In around October of 2008 we inquired into a timshare in Florida for a friend. When we made contact with RCI we let them know it wasn't for us (we are members), but we were looking into the booking for friend who didn't yet have definite arrangements. The agent on the phone could not get us a unit available on exchange, but only for full rental fees. I had never heard of that arrangement before. We asked if we could make a tentative reservation (they also make it seem like if you don't book it NOW, it will be gone in 5 minute... read full review »