Asia Pacific News

	BuyATimeshare.com Becomes A Sponsor Of GNEX 2012 – A Global Meeting Of Minds November 8, 2011 Perspective Magazine announces that internet advertising company BuyaTimeshare.com will become a sponsor of the Day One Networking Break during GNEX 2012 – A Global Meeting of Minds in Cancun, Mexico

	WorldMark Resort Denarau Island Ready for Major Redevelopment November 3, 2011 Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific is pleased to announce that construction of Stage 3 of WorldMark Resort Denarau Island, expected to be one of the largest tourism developments currently being undertaken in Fiji, will commence early November 2011.

	Travel To Go Becomes A Major Sponsor Of GNEX 2012 November 3, 2011 Perspective Magazine announces that travel club membership company Travel To Go will be a Silver sponsor of the Second Annual Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2012 – A Global Meeting of Minds.

	Interval International Welcomes Golden Tulip Mangosteen Resort And Spa To Its Global Vacation Exchange Network November 3, 2011 Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has affiliated the Golden Tulip Mangosteen Resort and Spa on Phuket, Thailand’s popular holiday island.

	The Hideaways Club To Be Official Partner Of The AEGON Masters Tennis October 31, 2011 Leading global property company The Hideaways Club is delighted to announce that it has partnered with this year’s AEGON Masters Tennis.

	Absolute World Group Recognised With Global Award October 31, 2011 The Absolute World Group – Asia’s leading lifestyle property developer, resorts and hotels operator, shared ownership and vacation club pioneers – have added to its accolades winning Developer of the Year Worldwide at the recent OPP Awards for Excellence 2011.

	Million Dollar Upgrade Enhances Historic WorldMark Resort Ballarat October 31, 2011 The original heritage and charm that makes WorldMark Resort Ballarat one of Victoria’s grandest mansions has been enhanced with a million dollar refurbishment on all rooms and common areas.

	Perspective Magazine Awards Program Is Open For Nominations To Choose Industry Elite October 27, 2011 The Second Annual Perspective Magazine Awards Program, sponsored by Holiday Systems International, will be held in conjunction with the GNEX 2012 Global Networking Expo.

	New Report Outlines Opportunities for Europe To Attract Lucrative Chinese Travel Segment October 27, 2011 Social media, online marketing and tailored programmes could provide heavy influence as independent travel rises.

	Anantara Vacation Club Expands Portfolio In Queenstown, New Zealand October 27, 2011 Anantara Vacation Club, a unique Shared Ownership concept launched in 2010 by Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas, has announced a new addition to its inventory in the southern hemisphere’s adventure capital of Queenstown, New Zealand – Anantara Vacation Club at Oaks Shores.

	RCI.com Makes Finding A Dream Vacation Easier And Faster For Members October 27, 2011 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) family of brands, recently made new enhancements to the online searching and booking process to improve the member experience and make planning a vacation faster and easier.

	Perspective Magazine Hires Joana Gonzalez as Director of Business Development for Latin America October 25, 2011 Perspective Magazine announces the latest expansion of its global brand with the establishment of a new regional operation in Cancun, Mexico as the foundation of its corporate move into Latin America.

	Exhibitor Area Filling Up Fast At GNEX 2012 With Announcement Of New Exhibitor October 21, 2011 Leading independent, multi-media information provider Perspective Magazine announces that travel insurance plan provider Travel Guard North America will be an exhibitor during the Second Annual Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2012 – A Global Meeting of M

	Vacation Owners Bullish On Future Timeshare Opportunities October 20, 2011 Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), today revealed that its U.S.-resident members own approximately 1.9 weeks of shared ownership vacation time.

	Ocean 13: The Residences in Thailand selects FractionalExchange.com® for Exchange Needs October 18, 2011 Ocean13: The Residences has selected FractionalExchange.com® to meet the vacation exchange requirements of its property on the island of Koh Sumui, Thailand.

Wyndham Continues South Pacific Expansion with Wyndham Resort Torquay October 7, 2011 Continuing its notable growth in the South Pacific, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific and Wyndham Hotel Group, both part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), today announced the purchase of a combination of hotel rooms, holiday apartments and penthouse suites together with the management rights for Wyndham® Resort Torquay.

	GNEX 2012 Confirms Support from the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa October 5, 2011 “VOASA is proud to be supporting GNEX 2012 which has truly become a global event and we will assist in motivating our members to attend and represent the Southern African region.” Said Alex Bosch, Executive Director, VOASA

	Canadian Resort Development Association is the Latest Supporter of GNEX 2012 September 28, 2011 The vacation ownership trade association for Canada endorses Perspective Magazine’s second annual networking and awards event.

	RCI Pacific Announces Go Green 2011 Award Winners September 28, 2011 Timeshare resorts that embrace eco-friendly practices in all facets of operations announced at ATHOC Conference.

	Baha Mar Opens Hong Kong Office September 27, 2011 The multi-billion dollar resort positions itself strategically to strengthen its Chinese partnerships.

	Ragatz Fractional Interest Conference Confirms Support of GNEX 2012 September 21, 2011 Perspective Magazine, the timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent information provider, announces that Ragatz Associates, through its renowned Fractional Interest Conference, will be participating as a GNEX 2012 Supporter during the Second Annual Global Networking Expo.

	Lloydshare Confirms Second Year Sponsorship for GNEX Conference September 21, 2011 Perspective Magazine announces that Lloydshare Ltd. Inc. will be the sponsor of the unique Palapa Speed Networking session as well as a Bronze-level sponsor during the Second Annual Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2012.

	Holiday Systems International Confirms Multi-Year Sponsorship Deal For GNEX Conferences September 20, 2011 The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent multi-media information provider, Perspective Magazine, announces that Holiday Systems International (HSI) has agreed to a three-year sponsorship package for the Global Networking Expo, GNEX.

	International Hospitality Company Wyndham Opens in Perth September 20, 2011 International hospitality company, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific celebrated the launch of its new sales office and education centre to great response from over 80 West Australian “Owners”.

	$4.3m Transformation Of Grand Mercure Melbourne Flinders Lane Unveiled September 19, 2011 Accor Vacation Club celebrated the 90th Birthday of the Grand Mercure Melbourne, Flinders Lane building by recently completing a multi-million dollar makeover of the hotel.

	RCI Expands Asian Network September 16, 2011 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced two new affiliation agreements with Hon Tam Resort & Spa in Vietnam and Patong Bay Garden Resort in Thailand.

	RCI Pacific Competition Winner Announced at Annual ATHOC Conference September 15, 2011 High number of entries demonstrates growing interest in timeshare ownership and exchange throughout Australia.

	Latest RCI® Innovation Gives Affiliates A Creative Edge For Sales Presentations September 12, 2011 RCI offers affiliates the new RCI® Presenter, a touch-screen sales tool, to enhance presentations and garner interest and intrigue in potential owners

	RCI Welcomes More Than 50 New Properties To Its Network Of Affiliated Resorts September 8, 2011 The new affiliations were added to one of RCI’s exchange programs: the RCI® Weeks program, the RCI Points® program or The Registry Collection® program, which is the world’s largest luxury timeshare exchange program.

Extra Holidays by Wyndham Donates $10,000 To Tuesday’s Children In Honor Of September 11 Anniversary September 2, 2011 Extra Holidays by Wyndham, a subsidiary of Wyndham Vacation Ownership (WVO), the world’s largest vacation ownership company and a member of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), today announced a monetary donation in support of children impacted by the terrorist events of September 11, 2001.

	Timeshare and Fractional Networking Expo GNEX 2012 Announces New Exhibitor August 30, 2011 Perspective Magazine, the shared ownership industry’s leading independent multi-media information provider, announces that Business Intelligence and online analytics software company TrackResults Software will be an exhibitor during the Second Annual Global Networking Expo, GNEX 2012.

	Resort Suites At Sunway Resort Hotel And Spa Selects Interval International August 25, 2011 It is part of the spectacular 800 acre (324 hectare) Sunway Integrated Resort City, which attracts 30 million visitors a year and houses more than 7 million square feet of world-class facilities.

	Wyndham Expands with Opening of Ramada Resort in Port Douglas August 24, 2011 The mixed-use property is a result of a collaborative effort between Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific, Australia’s largest vacation ownership company, and Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,210 hotels.

	Interval International Executive Receives Significant Award From Australian Timeshare And Holiday Ownership Council August 23, 2011 Interval International announced that Joe Hickman, executive director for Asia Pacific, was recognised with the award for Outstanding Contribution to the Timeshare Industry by the Australian Timeshare and Holiday Ownership Council (ATHOC).

	Outrigger Names Dr. Charles R. Kelley Board Chair August 17, 2011 Dr. Richard R. Kelley named Chairman Emeritus; David Carey continues leading company as President and CEO.

Interval International Adds Jinfeng Yinhua Holiday Hotel In China To Global Vacation Exchange Network August 11, 2011 Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has expanded its global resort network with the addition of Jinfeng Yinhua Holiday Hotel, part of the Shengteng Vacation Club. In the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang City, China, the vacation ownership apartments offer the [...]

	RCI Brings Weeks PlatinumSM Membership To Europe August 11, 2011 The world’s largest vacation exchange company rolls out its expanded premium tier of membership in Europe after successful U.S. launch

	RCI launches its cruise exchange program for the Timeshare Market in India August 8, 2011 Members can exchange their timeshare week for a discount on the price of a cruise on up to four cabins per exchange booking. Alternately, if a member has already used their deposited week, they can still save on their cruise holiday with RCI’s special members-only rates.

	RCI Expands Footprint In Kunming, China August 1, 2011 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, today announced it has expanded its network in China through its affiliation with Shining Star Vacation Club, Xing Yao Shui Xiang Resort.

	Diamond Resorts International® Engages In Green Initiatives Globally By Utilizing Sustainable Gardens At Resorts July 29, 2011 Diamond Resorts International® promotes eco-awareness as resorts worldwide produce sustainable gardens

	ATHOC 20th Annual National Awards Night Is A Big Success July 28, 2011 The 20th Annual Australian Timeshare & Holiday Ownership Council (ATHOC) National Awards night was held at Gold Coast Arts Centre on Friday 22nd July 2011.

PHILand Ranch to Host Groundbreaking Ceremony for Pointe91 Luxury Resort and Elite Residential Community in Chu Lai, Vietnam July 25, 2011 Pointe91 will offer luxury accommodations in an exclusive community including 227 grand private home residences in seven separate communities, an exclusive Five-Star Beach Hotel & Spa with 180 rooms and 30 detached premium residences that will be offered as part of a private residence club.

	Prestigious Recognition for Wyndham’s Green Initiative July 25, 2011 Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific’s Wynnie the Wallaby’s Green Adventure initiative has received a prestigious accolade at this year’s Australian Timeshare and Holiday Ownership Council (ATHOC) National Industry Awards.

	Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific Conquers Industry Awards July 25, 2011 Dedicated employees and innovative ideas have helped Australia’s largest vacation ownership company, Wyndham Vacation Resorts Asia Pacific, win five accolades at the Australian Timeshare and Holiday Ownership Council’s (ATHOC) National Industry Awards.

	Wyndham Hotel Group Enters New Zealand with Two Ramada Hotels July 20, 2011 Wyndham Hotel Group today announced its entrance into New Zealand with the opening of two Ramada® hotels on the country’s North Island.

	Vacation Ownership Development Pioneer To Speak At Timeshare and Fractional Networking Expo GNEX 2012 July 19, 2011 John Spence, Chairman, Karma Royal Group, will address delegates during Perspective Magazine’s shared ownership industry networking event.

	ShareLuxe Club in Kyoto and Bali Selects Interval International July 13, 2011 With its first three properties — two century-old machiyas (traditional Japanese townhouses) in Kyoto, Japan, and an open-air villa on the Indonesian island of Bali — ShareLuxe Club presents an inventive take on the emerging trend for contemporary cultural travel.

Interval International Restructures Its EMEAA Resort Sales And Service Group For Continued Growth And Success July 11, 2011 Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), is reorganizing its Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia (EMEAA) sales operations to capitalize on its success in these shared ownership markets.

	RCI Affiliates Stunning New Resort In Huangshan, A UNESCO World Heritage Site In China July 8, 2011 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, today announced a new resort affiliation with Huangshan Grandview Resorts Hotel in the highly sought-after destination of Huangshan, China.

	Perspective Magazine Hires Kerry McCormack as Client Relationship Manager July 7, 2011 The timeshare and fractional industry’s leading independent multi-media information provider is expanding its sales and account management department due to new product development.