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Old 07-10-2025, 10:12 AM
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Happening Out Travel Club has mixed reviews. Some users report positive experiences with specific trips and deals, while others express concerns about the club's practices, including high pressure sales tactics and limited availability of advertised deals. Some users found the deals comparable to or more expensive than booking independently.
Positive Experiences:
Some users have reported successfully booking trips, including a 10-day Peru and Machu Picchu trip with included airfare and sightseeing.
Users have mentioned finding value in condo rentals through the club, especially when compared to other exchange companies.
Negative Experiences:
Some users found the sales presentations to be high-pressure and misleading, with promises of discounts that were not ultimately available.
Concerns were raised about the club's pricing structure and the availability of advertised deals, with some users finding it difficult to book the trips they were promised.
One user reported that the club cancelled their reservation at the last minute, causing significant stress and difficulty in finding alternative accommodations.
Some users felt that the club's membership fees and annual renewal fees made the overall cost of travel more expensive than booking independently.
Several users reported negative experiences with customer service, including difficulty reaching representatives and issues with refunds.
Some users found that the resorts offered by the club were outdated and not worth the price.
There were reports of users feeling pressured to make immediate decisions and sign contracts without proper review.
Overall:
It's important to be cautious when considering travel club memberships, as some have been described as scams or deceptive.
Before joining any travel club, it's recommended to research the company thoroughly, read reviews from multiple sources, and carefully review all terms and conditions.
If a deal seems too good to be true, it's likely a good idea to be skeptical and do more research.
Consider whether the potential benefits of a travel club membership outweigh the potential costs and risks.
Be wary of high-pressure sales tactics and limited-time offers.