Did you know you can hold a tarantula and scorpion in Victoria? Or how about that a really good restaurant in Ballarat is the Hog’s Breath Cafe? Do you realize that you can visit a Bavarian village without traveling to Europe just by going to Leavenworth? That antique shopping is terrific in Galena? Or that West Yellowstone has fireplaces in two of the three bedrooms in the three-bedroom Penthouse?

These are just a few of the multitude of useful and interesting items you can glean from the information owners post on the WorldMark Vacation Forum on the Web. The Forum was designed to be a rich resource providing information on the resorts, surrounding areas and activities and notable stops en route. This information comes from owners who share experiences and tips that can be very helpful to other owners when planning vacations.

The Forum provides a section for each resort, and within those sections are topics such as activities for the kids, area restaurants, where to shop, activities and things to do, and questions and comments. Pictures can be posted so other owners are able to visualize the terrain, resort or special feature in the area. There is even a cookbook of quick and easy recipes for owners to prepare while at the resorts and a “goodie box” list of things to take every time you go.

Owners who have questions before going on their vacation can post them under the same categories and receive either a personal message or read the general reply in that category. If a doctor recommendation or referral to a good animal kennel is needed, this can be asked by one owner and answered by others to help in pre-planning.

The rules for utilizing the Forum are simple and easy to follow, as are the instructions on how to register. Owners can peruse vast information on the Forum without being registered, but in order to post reviews or questions, registration is required.

Whether you have an upcoming vacation booked or you are trying to decide which resort to visit next, spend a few minutes on the WorldMark Vacation Forum and you’ll be inspired by the wonderful things that await you at, on your way to or in the local community of each WorldMark resort!