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Hurricane Milton & How ASN Saved Our Family

When Hurricane Milton forced a mandatory evacuation from our Florida home, we couldn't find a hotel anywhere for under $500 a night. ASN came to the rescue — finding us a 2-bedroom suite with a full kitchen for 3 nights, all under $500.

Susan L.·November 2024·3 min read

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Travel Insights

Research Travel Clubs with Confidence

Honest guides to help you understand travel clubs, spot scams, and make an informed decision.

Travel Insights

Are Travel Clubs Worth It? An Honest Breakdown

For many avid travelers, the allure of exclusive deals and luxury experiences at a fraction of the cost is incredibly tempting. But are travel clubs truly worth the investment? We cut through the noise with an honest breakdown.

ASN Editorial Team · 8 min read

Travel Insights

How to Spot a Travel Club Scam (And What a Legitimate Membership Looks Like)

The travel industry has its share of bad actors. Before you sign anything, here's exactly what to look for — and what separates a legitimate travel club from a scam.

ASN Editorial Team · 7 min read

Travel Insights

What Is Wholesale Travel? How Members Access Rates the Public Can't Get

Have you ever wondered why travel agents seem to get better deals than everyone else? It comes down to wholesale pricing — and here's how ASN members access those same rates.

ASN Editorial Team · 9 min read

Travel Insights

Travel Club vs. Timeshare: What's the Difference and Which Is Better?

Both promise incredible vacations, but they operate on fundamentally different principles. Here's an honest breakdown of travel clubs vs. timeshares — and which one actually delivers more value.

ASN Editorial Team · 8 min read

We Saved $4,500–$5,000 on Two Family Vacations in One Season

Every year we spend $6,000+ renting a large AirBnB for the holidays. This year we tried ASN — and saved nearly $5,000 on Thanksgiving and Christmas trips combined.

Leslie B.·January 2025·3 min read

Member Stories

I Was Skeptical — Then We Took 3 Trips and Made Our Money Back

I almost walked away from the presentation. Travel club memberships have a reputation. But we took 3 trips, saved more than we paid, and couldn't be happier — all in under a year.

Philipe H.·December 2025·3 min read

Member Stories

The Cheat Code to Travel: How We Ditched Our Timeshare

My family has owned timeshare for as long as I can remember. ASN gave us everything timeshare offered — minus the maintenance fees hanging over our heads every single year.

Donald J.·December 2024·4 min read

Concierge Stories

2 Weeks in Europe — And I Stayed in the Same Hotel as My Football Team

I spent 2 weeks across Ireland, Amsterdam, and London. The best part? My ASN concierge tracked down where my football team's players were staying — and got me a room in the same hotel.

Adam M.·October 2025·3 min read

Member Stories

Why I Stopped Playing the Internet Game and Let ASN Handle Everything

I didn't buy ASN just for the savings. I bought it so my family would actually make time to travel. The 40% savings was a bonus — the concierge made it priceless.

Austin D.·March 2025·3 min read

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