More Locations, More Flexibility
Standard Vacations for Vets Program
Access over 600 donated resort locations worldwide through IHOOT’s Standard Vacations for Vets Program.
Dates aren’t guaranteed, but this flexible option opens more opportunities for military families.
More Locations, More Flexibility
Standard Vacations for Vets Program
Access over 600 donated resort locations worldwide through IHOOT’s Standard Vacations for Vets Program. Dates aren’t guaranteed, but this flexible option opens more opportunities for military families.
More Locations, More Flexibility
Standard Vacations for Vets Program
Access over 600 donated resort locations worldwide through IHOOT’s Standard Vacations for Vets Program. Dates aren’t guaranteed, but this flexible option opens more opportunities for military families.
Flexible Travel for Military Families
5-Star Resort Escapes Donated by Club Wyndham Partners
The Standard Vacations for Vets Program is designed for military families who value flexibility and expanded destination options. Through this option, eligible applicants can request donated resort stays from more than 600 resort locations, made possible by generous resort owners partnering with IHOOT.
Availability in the Standard Program depends on donated inventory and resort owner approval. While dates and locations are not guaranteed, this option is ideal for families who are flexible with travel plans and open to discovering a wider range of donated resort experiences.
Important Guidelines
Things to Know Before Applying
- Accommodations are donated by resort owners and subject to availability and owner approval
- Dates and locations are not guaranteed; confirmation timelines may vary
- Ideal for applicants with flexible travel plans
- Only one vacation per family is allowed within 365 days from return and receipt of Testimony and Photos
- Applicants may select one destination and up to three preferred dates per application
- A minimum 16-week window between application and check-in is required
- Response Timing: Updates are based on your requested travel dates, not when you apply. Resorts typically respond 2–3 months before travel.
- Lodging only; travel-related services are not included
- Only Active Duty Military, Veterans, and Unmarried WIDOWS, and their families are eligible
- Application fees are non-refundable and cover application matching and coordination
- Service animals are permitted at Club Wyndham, WorldMark, and Shell Vacations locations
Application fee: $125 – $300
Available Resort Locations
Applicants may select from a wide range of donated resort destinations through the Standard Vacations for Vets Program, subject to availability and resort owner approval.
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All-Inclusive: Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort
LOCATION: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, MEX ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,600 – $7,800 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
All-Inclusive: Sunset Plaza Beach Resort And Spa
LOCATION: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco – MEX ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,800 – $7,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Angel Fire
LOCATION: Angel Fire, NM ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel Room, Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,600 – $2,300 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Angels Camp
LOCATION: Angels Camp, CA ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,400 – $3,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At Majestic Sun
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,200 – $3,300 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At The Cottages
LOCATION: North Myrtle Beach, SC ACCOMMODATIONS: 3 & 4 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 8 to 10 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,800 – $3,500 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At Waikiki Beach Walk
LOCATION: Honolulu, HI ACCOMMODATIONS: 1, 2, 3 & 4 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 10 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,500 – $7,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Austin
LOCATION: Austin, TX ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1, 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $3,000 – $6,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio & 1 Bedroom MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 4 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,100 – $1,800 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas
LOCATION: Princeville, HI ACCOMMODATIONS: 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $4,000 – $6,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bay Club
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $2,600 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bay Club II
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $2,600 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Beach Street Cottages
LOCATION: Destin, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio & 1 Bedroom MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 4 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,600 – $2,700 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bison Ranch
LOCATION: Overgaard, AZ ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,200 – $2,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range)
Important Guidelines
Things to Know Before Applying
- Accommodations are donated by resort owners and subject to availability and owner approval
- Dates and locations are not guaranteed; confirmation timelines may vary
- Ideal for applicants with flexible travel plans
- Only one vacation per family is allowed within 365 days from return and receipt of Testimony and Photos
- Applicants may select one destination and up to three preferred dates per application
- A minimum 16-week window between application and check-in is required
- Response Timing: Updates are based on your requested travel dates, not when you apply. Resorts typically respond 2–3 months before travel.
- Lodging only; travel-related services are not included
- Only Active Duty Military, Veterans, and Unmarried WIDOWS, and their families are eligible
- Application fees are non-refundable and cover application matching and coordination
- Service animals are permitted at Club Wyndham, WorldMark, and Shell Vacations locations
Application fee: $125 – $300
Available Resort Locations
Applicants may select from a wide range of donated resort destinations through the Standard Vacations for Vets Program, subject to availability and resort owner approval.
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All-Inclusive: Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort
LOCATION: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, MEX ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,600 – $7,800 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
All-Inclusive: Sunset Plaza Beach Resort And Spa
LOCATION: Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco – MEX ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,800 – $7,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Angel Fire
LOCATION: Angel Fire, NM ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel Room, Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,600 – $2,300 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Angels Camp
LOCATION: Angels Camp, CA ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,400 – $3,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At Majestic Sun
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: 1 & 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,200 – $3,300 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At The Cottages
LOCATION: North Myrtle Beach, SC ACCOMMODATIONS: 3 & 4 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 8 to 10 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,800 – $3,500 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham At Waikiki Beach Walk
LOCATION: Honolulu, HI ACCOMMODATIONS: 1, 2, 3 & 4 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 10 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $2,500 – $7,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Austin
LOCATION: Austin, TX ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1, 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $3,000 – $6,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Avenue Plaza
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio & 1 Bedroom MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 4 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,100 – $1,800 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bali Hai Villas
LOCATION: Princeville, HI ACCOMMODATIONS: 1, 2 & 3 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $4,000 – $6,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bay Club
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1 & 2 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $2,600 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bay Club II
LOCATION: Miramar Beach, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $2,600 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Beach Street Cottages
LOCATION: Destin, FL ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio & 1 Bedroom MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 4 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,600 – $2,700 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Club Wyndham Bison Ranch
LOCATION: Overgaard, AZ ACCOMMODATIONS: 2 Bedrooms MAX. OCCUPANCY: 4 to 6 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,200 – $2,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range)
Important Guidelines
Things to Know Before Applying
- Accommodations are donated by resort owners and subject to availability and owner approval
- Dates and locations are not guaranteed; confirmation timelines may vary
- Ideal for applicants with flexible travel plans
- Only one vacation per family is allowed within 365 days from return and receipt of Testimony and Photos
- Applicants may select one destination and up to three preferred dates per application
- A minimum 16-week window between application and check-in is required
- Response Timing: Updates are based on your requested travel dates, not when you apply. Resorts typically respond 2–3 months before travel.
- Lodging only; travel-related services are not included
- Only Active Duty Military, Veterans, and Unmarried WIDOWS, and their families are eligible
- Application fees are non-refundable and cover application matching and coordination
- Service animals are permitted at Club Wyndham, WorldMark, and Shell Vacations locations
Application fee: $125 – $300
Available Resort Locations
Applicants may select from a wide range of donated resort destinations through the Standard Vacations for Vets Program, subject to availability and resort owner approval.
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Worldmark West Yellowstone
LOCATION: Yellowstone, MT ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1, 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $5,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Worldmark Windsor
LOCATION: Windson, CA ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1, 2 & 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,400 – $3,000 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Worldmark Wolf Creek
LOCATION: Wolf Creek, UT ACCOMMODATIONS: Studio, 1, 2, 3 B MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 to 8 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,200 – $2,300 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range) -
Worldmark Zihuatanejo
LOCATION: Zihuatanejo, MEX ACCOMMODATIONS: Hotel Room & Studio MAX. OCCUPANCY: 2 People WHAT YOU SAVE: $1,200 – $2,200 Approx. (Seasonal Value Range)
Need guaranteed dates and locations?
If you prefer to plan ahead with certainty, the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® Program offers donated stays with pre-approved dates and resort locations—perfect for families coordinating time off and school schedules.
Need guaranteed dates and locations?
If you prefer to plan ahead with certainty, the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® Program offers donated stays with pre-approved dates and resort locations—perfect for families coordinating time off and school schedules.
Need guaranteed dates and locations?
If you prefer to plan ahead with certainty, the Holiday Inn Club Vacations® Program offers donated stays with pre-approved dates and resort locations—perfect for families coordinating time off and school schedules.
FAQs about the
Vacation for Vets Program
Does IHOOT own resorts or operate as a travel agency?
No. IHOOT is a 501c3 nonprofit charity. It’s a means for eligible applicants to request free lodging through the www.ihoot.org portal. V4V ensures that requests are compliant with Resort and IHOOT Guidelines and Terms & Conditions and forwards them to the Resort Reps. The Team can’t determine availability in advance nor do they control availability and/or approvals.
How does IHOOT determine who receives a donated stay?
Applications are reviewed in order of submission and evaluated based on:
• Eligibility
• Completeness of documentation
• Compliance with Guidelines and Terms & Conditions
Rank, status, branch of service, and disability rating are not considered in the selection process.
What makes Vacations for Vets unique?
Stays are donated by resort and timeshare owners supporting IHOOT’s mission: “Helping Active-Duty Military and Veterans reconnect with their families.”
Are stays completely free?
Accommodations are fully free. Applicants are responsible for travel-related services such as transportation, food & beverage, resort fees, taxes, etc.
Application fees pay upfront for work in progress, therefore are non-refundable.
Is the application fee refundable?
No.
Application fees pay administrative expenses upfront; therefore are non-refundable.
Can I change my dates or location after submitting my application?
Only the Standard Program allows date or location changes; Holiday Inn Programs and Special Promotions cannot be changed once submitted. If canceled, fees are forfeited
• Changes are only allowed before a reservation is confirmed.
• Your position in the queue may be adjusted.
• A $30 fee per change. Click here to pay the fee.
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IN HONOR OF OUR TROOPS (IHOOT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping Active Duty Military, DoD, Widows and Veterans reconnect with their families through the gift of donated resort stays.
Share Your Story, Spark Another Donation
JOIN OUR MISSION
WHO WE ARE
VACATIONS FOR VETS
VETERAN PORTAL
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IN HONOR OF OUR TROOPS (IHOOT) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping Active Duty Military, DoD, Widows and Veterans reconnect with their families through the gift of donated resort stays.
Share Your Story, Spark Another Donation
JOIN OUR MISSION
WHO WE ARE
VACATIONS FOR VETS
VETERAN PORTAL
Copyright © 2026 In Honor of Our Troops Foundation, Inc. Designed by WeMakeLeads
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