“We are delighted to finalize this acquisition and bring these resorts into our global network of properties,” said Stephen J. Cloobeck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Diamond Resorts International®. “Our growth strategy is clear: to acquire properties in leading destination locations at good valuations, to make the necessary investments in plant and equipment to bring them up to our standards and to transform the service levels by introducing our industry-leading service program, The Meaning of Yes®. We look forward to integrating the current Monarch Grand Vacation owners into the broader Diamond Resorts International® network, offering opportunities to vacation at our more than 200 resorts in 28 countries around the world. In addition, we look forward to an expanded relationship with Guggenheim Partners and Resort Finance America, LLC (“RFA”) and RFA’s management company, Lantern Asset Management, LLC.” Financing for the acquisition of the Pacific Monarch Resorts assets was provided by Guggenheim Partners.

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According to a study done by Grant Thornton on behalf of the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA), vacation ownership resorts – e.g. timeshare, fractional ownership and private residency clubs – had an average annual occupancy rate of 80,5% in 2010. This figure remained fairly stable from 2009 when occupancies were 81,4%.

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A much sought after speaker in his own right, Nigel Lobo will join Steve Wozniak/Apple Co-Founder, Walter Bond/Former NBA Player, Shari Levitin/CEO of Levitin Group, and ePercipio, Linda Clemons/CEO Sisterpreneour, Inc. and Carlos Kasuga/Yakult Developer and President in an event for 600 people with the main theme of “Innovation Time.” The Forum will be held at the Moon Palace Spa and Golf Resort May 23 and 24. Quintana Roo is the number one tourist state in Mexico with destinations such as Cancun, Cozumel and Riviera Maya.

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Dionísio Pestana was born and raised in South Africa. The only son of Portuguese immigrants, he began working in his parent’s business at an early age until graduating in Business Management.

He traveled to Madeira Island at the age of 26 to work in his father’s hotel, and discovered a true passion for the hospitality business. He is now owner and chairman of the largest tourism group in Portugal present in 13 countries in 3 continents (Argentina, Brazil, Cape Verde, Colombia, England, Germany, Morocco, Portugal, Mozambique, S. Tomé and Príncipe, South Africa, USA, Venezuela).

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The opening of the newly expanded site located at Wyndham Surfers Paradise Hotel, 3018 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, celebrates the sixth sales site to open in almost as many months for this rapidly expanding company that is part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) group of companies.

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The Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront was recently voted Best of Virginia 2012 by Virginia Living Magazine. Over 10,000 readers cast their votes online for six weeks and gave the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront the honor of both “Best Beach Hotel” and “Best Hotel” in the eastern territory of Virginia. Furthermore, Catch 31, the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront’s restaurant, was selected as one of the top three restaurants for “Best Restaurant with an Ocean View.”

Several features of the Hilton Virginia Beach Oceanfront were noted by guests in earning the Best of Virginia titles. Most noted was the zero edge rooftop pool and bar atop the 21 story tower and the exclusive Sky Bar where guests can enjoy unparalleled views of dramatic beachfront sunsets and the entire Virginia Beach resort. The two award winning restaurants and the fact that each room has private balconies, many overlooking the ocean and adjacent Neptune’s Park with festivals and concerts that occur throughout the year.

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Freedom Bay gives purchasers the opportunity to purchase fractions with Cash or via Self Invested Personal Pension Plans (SIPPs). These are the type of UK government approved personal pension scheme, which allows individuals to make their own investment decisions from the full range of HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) approved investments. Cash investors have the choice of using fractions themselves or receiving Lifestyle Own Use or Rental Income from the Operator.

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“The partnership with Auberge is the first of many positive developments following our recent acquisition and we’re excited to enhance Pronghorn’s past successes with our future vision,” said Randy Koss, Managing Partner of Pronghorn Golf Club & Resort. “We’re confident that the upcoming changes will have a very positive impact on current and future homeowners, members, resort guests and the local community.”

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With the theme ‘Finding solutions’, the 12th TATOC conference will take place March 8-10 next year at Q Hotel’s Crewe Hall, near Crewe in Cheshire.

The success of the recent conference means that next year’s event will be larger, with more delegate places, exhibition space and networking than ever before.

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Looking for a local producer with the best reputation in the hospitality industry and the best connections in the San Diego community, the Hotel Impossible team contacted NEWH which referred Whitlock. (The NEWH is a national organization; the premier networking resource for the hospitality industry.)

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Under the new accessibility-related building standards under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commonly referred to as the 2010 Standards, hotels, inns, and other public accommodations with pools, spas, or wading pools must make them accessible.

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Culloden Bay Vacation Club at Footprints Nature Preserve is a fantastic addition to the RCI network of affiliated resorts,” said Eugenio Macouzet, senior vice president and managing director, RCI Caribbean. “This peaceful, nature-oriented resort on the island of Tobago creates even more opportunities for subscribing members accessing our collection of quality accommodations in top vacation destinations around the world.”

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Goetschius is an Orlando-based consultant and trainer with 27 years of leadership in the resort development industry. “By aligning with Case Marketing,” he explains, “we are better positioned to formulate and implement total marketing, sales and growth plans for management companies, rental operations, home owners associations and others. This combination of expertise enables us to offer resort developers a single source for sales training, program development and marketing and sales.”

According to ARDA New England chairman and president of InnSeason Resorts Dennis Ducharme, resorts are facing greater challenges than ever before. “As many of our timeshare resorts have aged, so have their original owners,” says Ducharme. “Many of them are facing changes in their financial condition or ability to travel and are no longer interested in retaining their week. One of the topics we’re addressing at the meeting will be a case study of a resort that is successfully dealing with this situation.”

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Quarter Ended March 31, 2012 Financial Results
Adjusted EBITDA for Diamond Resorts Parent, LLC and restricted subsidiaries1 increased $4.4 million, or 24.3%, to $22.5 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2012 from $18.1 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2011. EBITDA for the quarter ended March 31, 2011 includes the benefit of a one-time insurance settlement of $5.1 million. This growth is attributable to increased profitability associated with both Vacation Interest sales and the management of our members and resorts.

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As CFO, Weger is responsible for oversight of the company’s capital structure, providing the financial guidance and strategic financial vision needed to efficiently manage the financial affairs of Outrigger Enterprises Group.

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“Receiving the first-ever Excellence in Customer Service ‘ACE’ Award is a testament to our dedicated associates’ commitment to and focus on our Owners,” said Ron Essig, vice president of Owner Services for Marriott Vacations Worldwide. “It is this dedication that has enabled us to reach high levels of success operationally and to consistently increase our customer satisfaction scores.”

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“We are proud that past events have drawn thousands of attendees interested in shared ownership. Our investment conferences are now regarded among the most prestigious in the business,” said Darren Ettridge, Interval’s senior vice president of resort sales and business development for Europe, Middle East, Africa and Asia. “We are looking forward to providing attendees at the forthcoming events a fresh look at shared ownership opportunities in this thriving destination.”

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Paul Nursey of the Canadian Tourism Commission will launch the conference by presenting the Opening Address, followed by Keynote Speaker, Howard Nusbaum, President/CEO of the American Resort Development Association, ARDA.

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As VP of Business Administration, Cynthia will be the liaison between the company’s Sarasota Corporate Office and its travel club locations in the U.S. and Caribbean. Her responsibilities will include monitoring performance and production, and improving efficiencies to positively impact the overall company’s profitability and ensure a first class customer experience. In this capacity, Cynthia will work closely with CEO Jose Martinez and COO Larry Biondi to support various business development initiatives.

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Inspirato’s commitment to philanthropy is evidenced by its recent creation of a new corporate division – Inspired Giving – dedicated to working with important causes and finding collaborative ways to raise awareness and dollars. The idea for Inspired Giving grew from Inspirato’s founder and CEO Brent Handler’s 10 years in the luxury vacation industry.

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The National Travel and Tourism Strategy’s overarching goal is to increase American jobs and spur economic growth by attracting and welcoming 100 million international visitors estimated to spend $250 billion annually by the end of 2021.

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Coinciding with the site’s launch and as testament to its venerable status as a top place to work, Fairmont is also proud to herald its latest mark of distinction, having recently been named one of just 27 worldwide recipients of the coveted 2012 Gallup Great Workplace Award. Recognizing employers whose work force score within the top percentile for productivity and engagement, Fairmont was chosen from a database comprised of millions of work teams in more than 100 countries.

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RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, and its luxury leisure property exchange programme, The Registry Collection®, collaborated for the third successive year to co-host the Shared Ownership Interactive Masterclass – Alternative Business Models in Hospitality Investment & Developer Financing workshop.

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Dimitris Manikis, vice president of Business Development for RCI EMEA: “We were overwhelmed with the fantastic turnout of developers, investors and hotel brands. It was one of our best events in the region.

“We designed the sessions to ensure that both developers and investors could make better informed decisions when it comes to implementing financial strategies that will best optimise their yield from the burgeoning Middle East hotel sector, especially with mixed-use and leisure real estate developments.”

The alternative business models discussed at the dedicated one-day event, were timeshare vacation clubs, fractional ownership and branded residential – all relatively new concepts to the region.

Shafi Syed, regional director for RCI & The Registry Collection MENA, added: “In this economic climate, where credit is not always readily available, it is vital to consider every viable alternative for financing property developments, as well as making your hotel assets work hard for you through careful diversification.

“For a hotel brand looking to capture long-term customer loyalty and generate new revenue streams, proven business models such as Vacation Clubs offer a great solution. We are seeing renewed interest from regional and global brands looking to enter the Middle East and take advantage of the growth curve.”

This year’s interactive event included a panel of distinguished speakers who offered key industry stakeholders, hotel brands, resort owners, investors and industry consultants a valuable insight into alternative developer business finance strategies.

The panelists shared their experiences on various strategies and highlighted how the alternative models have influenced the investment profile of the leading developments they have managed.

Speakers included Scott Woroch, executive vice president, global, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Samer Abu Ayash, senior vice president, Kingdom Hotel Investments, and Jurgen Baumhoff, COO Emaar Hospitality Group.

Jonathon Worsely, chairman, Bench Events, said: “The Masterclass was the real highlight at this year’s hotel conference and our continued partnership with RCI and The Registry Collection® generated yet another valuable session for our delegates.”

For more information on the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference: www.arabianconference.com

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Mr Vogeler and Mr Buhalis will be speaking to delegates on Tourism trends – what is going on in Tourism in general, new customers – how do we as an industry “re-fill” the machine and eTourism developments.

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Mr. Halloran was formerly Vice President for Global Initiatives at vacation home giant HomeAway, where he launched HomeAway’s flagship global template website across 12 countries. He also served as Senior Vice President for Corporate Development at WhaleShark Media, and spent six years at eBay, where he spearheaded the expansion and growth of eBay’s $4 billion vehicles and parts business outside of North America.

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Talal Jassim Al-Bahar

Each year, the award is decided upon by the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC) Advisory Board. Previous winners include Gerald Lawless, Executive Chairman of Jumeirah Group, HH Sheikh Sultan Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan of the Abu Dhabi ruling family and His Excellency, Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman, DP World and H.E Mohamad Al-Abbar-Chairman of Emar Real Estate. A key factor in the Board’s decision to select Mr. Al-Bahar for this award was his strategic engineering of IFA HR’s growth.

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John M. Maloney Jr., President and Chief Executive Officer of Bluegreen, commented, “We are very pleased with our performance during the first quarter of 2012. We experienced strong growth in system-wide sales and our fee-based service business. We also generated positive free cash flow and reduced outstanding debt.”

Additional Q1 2012 operating highlights included:

• In connection with its fee-based services business, Resorts sold $19.7 million of third-party VOIs in Q1 2012, generating sales and marketing commissions of approximately $12.8 million. This compares to sales of $16.9 million of third-party VOIs in Q1 2011, which generated sales and marketing commissions of $10.8 million.
• Total revenues from fee-based services rose 13% to $31.6 million in Q1 2012 from $28.0 million in Q1 2011. Fee-based services contributed an estimated $11.5 million to Resorts operating profit in Q1 2012, compared to an estimated $9.5 million in Q1 2011. As of March 31, 2012, Bluegreen managed 45 timeshare resort properties and hotels compared to 42 as of March 31, 2011.
  
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  Situated on the shores of the pristine Trent-Severn Waterway, Shamrock Bay Resort offers something truly unique: “three-season” vacation cottages in Muskoka. This 53-acre, water-front resort features 286 maintenance-free cottages, each with a private deck and access to the water. The resort represents community-style living with an array of amenities to include an in-land marina large enough for 113 boats, an outdoor heated, saltwater pool, gazebos, playgrounds, bike trails, laundry facilities, barbecue dining facilities, a splash pad, and a new Discovery Center. Future additions to the resort will include an additional 37 boat slips.
  
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  FIRST QUARTER 2012 HIGHLIGHTS

  – Earnings per share of $0.27 vs. $0.23 in the prior year.

  – ILG consolidated revenue increased by 8.3% year over year. — Membership and Exchange segment revenue increased 4.6%

  – Management and Rental segment revenue is up 25.7%. Excluding pass-through revenue, Management and Rental segment revenue is up 39.3%.

  – Total active Interval Network members increased by 1.5%.

  – Average revenue per member increased by 4.4%.

  – Adjusted EBITDA increased by 7.8%.
  
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  “I have known Dustin for a number of years and have respected his work ethic and accomplishments,” said Joshua Erskine, CEO of CalCon. “We are fortunate to bring him on board to join the leadership team at CalCon. The past couple of years, we have witnessed dramatic changes in residential lending, and the resort lending world has been acutely impacted. At CalCon, we remain committed to this space and see it as one with great opportunity. We are confident that Dustin is the perfect match for moving our resort lending group forward, already making immediate impacts in his short time with CalCon.”
  
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  “One of our company’s core values is giving back to the communities we live and work in,” said Stephen P. Weisz, president and chief executive officer of Marriott Vacations Worldwide. “For over 28 years, we have been passionate supporters of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Thanks to the commitment of our associates and valued partners we are able help make a critical difference in the lives of children right here in Central Florida.”
  
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  Lantern will provide asset management services for the property, which will be converted from a condominium project to a branded timeshare resort later this summer.
  
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  TrackResults is always investing in better infrastructure and performance for our clients. It is not always about features, it’s also about portability, mobility and connectivity.

  What has changed isn’t readily visible, however, under the hood; a lot of performance tuning has been applied. Here is a partial list of what has changed:

  • Data security can now be customized on an install-by-install basis.
    
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    “We’re delighted to offer our members a well-established emergency travel services program, so that they can travel with confidence, whether they’re on an Interval exchange vacation or Getaway, or travelling for business,” said Sharon Freed, Interval’s senior vice president of consumer marketing.
    
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    The donation is coordinated by Friends of the WNCNC, a nonprofit committed to supporting the WNC Nature Center’s mission of connecting people with animals & plants of the Southern Appalachian Mountains by inspiring appreciation, nurturing understanding, & advancing conservation of the region’s rich biodiversity.
    
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    “We were proud to be the title sponsors for this event,” said Pepe Viva, General Manager at Bliss Beach Club. “It was a wonderful opportunity to showcase the club while supporting such a worthy cause. It was one of those rare evenings where a community of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds comes together towards a common goal. As I overheard one guest say… it’s all for the kids.”
    
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    SMOV is an organization dedicated to providing women fighting breast cancer who have undergone treatments a vacation to “rejuvenate their body, mind and spirit.” For more information on Send Me On Vacation including how to donate or volunteer contact Cathy Backus cbackus@sendmeonvacation.org
    
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    Wyllie had this to say on his passion for what he does “I discovered my love for the industry in a North Yorkshire Hotel called Rudding Park; here I realized that my strengths lay in the hospitality industry. The opportunity opened up different doors and I moved to the Maldives where I worked as a Bar Supervisor in the very exclusive Reethi Rah.”
    
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    “We are thrilled to add Smugglers Cove to the many RCI® exchange options for our members,” said Gordon Gurnik, president, RCI. “This stunning, all-inclusive resort offers guests of all ages incredible vacation experiences on the unique island of St. Lucia.”

    Smugglers Cove Resort & Spa gives guests the opportunity to explore the Caribbean island in style from the comfort of their well-appointed private suites. The impressive views from Smugglers Cove include lush tropical gardens, panoramic vistas of the Caribbean Sea and lovely hillside views. The resort offers a full range of activities from sporting events and fitness classes to water skiing and sailing. Guests will also enjoy the seven pools, waterslide and spa on site.
    
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    “I am truly excited about the award winning performance of our employees and member resorts,” said Denis Ebrill, Executive Vice President, Club Meliá. “They are all our ‘all stars’ who deliver our exclusive Club Meliá experience to our members each and every day.”
    
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    The new video can be viewed here: http://www.confusedabouttimeshare.co.uk/timeshare-news/Confused-About-Timeshare-Launch-Internet-TV-Promo-Video-To-Assist-With-Timeshare-Resales/22
    
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    “With the participation of more than 300 businessmen in past editions, and within the framework of an ever-growing business offering great opportunities, we believe that SASOIC 2012 will stand as a must-go event in South America’s Shared Ownership industry,” said Arturo García Rosa, President HVS South America.

    This third annual SASOIC conference is scheduled for May 21 – 22, 2012 at Palacio Duhau-Park Hyatt in Buenos Aires. The meeting will be hosted by RCI, the world leader in timeshare exchange, and HVS Buenos Aires, the region’s leading consulting firm in the hotel, tourism and leisure industry. Led by Keynote speaker Don Harrill, president and CEO, Orange Lake Resorts, the event will include an international mix of presenters such as Steve Holmes, Chairman & CEO, Wyndham Worldwide, Geoff Ballotti, CEO, RCI, and Ricardo Montaudon, president and Executive Director Latin America, RCI.
    
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    Finalists for the CHRIS Development of the Year Award include: 

    Buccament Bay Resort – Opened in April 2011, Buccament Bay Resort is located in the Southern Caribbean, on the Windward Island chain of St. Vincent & The Grenadines, and is operated by Harlequin Hotels & Resorts.  The all-inclusive resort features approximately 120 villa-type accommodations, ranging from 700 SF to 1,670 SF, in addition to large four-bedroom Plantation Villas featuring 2,500 SF.
    
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    First Quarter 2012 highlights include:

    • North America segment gross contract sales increased 18 percent to $130 million.
    • Volume per guest (VPG) in the North America segment increased 18 percent year-over-year to $2,942.
    • Total gross contract sales increased 6 percent to $154 million.
    • Total revenues were $372 million, including $146 million from rentals, resort management and other services and financing.
    • Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest expense, taxes, depreciation and amortization), as adjusted for organizational and separation related costs totaled $29 million.
    • Real estate inventory balance declined by $27 million in the first quarter.
    • Adjusted fully diluted earnings per share (EPS) in the first quarter was $0.27.

    First quarter 2012 reported net income totaled $9 million, or $0.24 a share, compared to reported net income of $19 million in the first quarter of 2011. First quarter 2012 adjusted net income totaled $10 million, flat to adjusted net income on a pro forma basis for the first quarter of 2011. Adjustments are shown on schedule A-1 and described in further detail on schedule A-11. First quarter 2012 adjusted results exclude $2 million of pre-tax organizational and separation related costs. First quarter 2011 adjusted results include $17 million of pre-tax pro forma adjustments to reflect the company’s position as if it were a standalone, public company since the beginning of 2011 rather than from the actual spin-off date in November 2011, as well as $2 million of legal related charges and severance costs.
    
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    Fairmont Heritage Place, El Corazon de Santa Fe features 22 two-bedroom vacation residences and 50 whole-ownership homes designed in the classic Pueblo Revival style that provide the ultimate in comfort and luxury. Located two blocks from the city’s historic Plaza, the property includes two residence options; the single floor “Terra” residences and the split-level “Montanas” residence. Both feature full kitchens with designer appliances, flat screen HD televisions in the living room and master bedroom, dining area, luxury bathroom amenities and products, kiva fireplaces and a private balcony or patio. The elegant vigas, clay plaster walls, art and iron work throughout the units display a warm sense of place. Recently, the property expanded its clubhouse and reception area, added a new owners’ fitness area and private owners’ park and refreshed various furnishings throughout the resort. In addition to these amenities, owners and guests will enjoy concierge services, discounts on fine dining, spas and golf in and around Santa Fe, and amenities such as pre-arrival grocery shopping.
    
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    Buzz Waloch and David Combs of the timeshare industry’s premier collection agency, Aspen National Collections, recently discussed how to find missing debtors. Addressing a body of timeshare board members, Combs described the collection agency’s research practices, known in the business as skip tracing.
    
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    Bluegreen’s Shenandoah Crossing Resort is located in Gordonsville, VA, and is one of the vacation club’s premier properties. The narrated video showcases the resort property and tells the story of the Shenandoah experience, highlighting the resort’s available activities, amenities and accommodations.
    
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    For more information on Mr. Nash and Mr. Ballotti, visit the Moderator & Speakers section of the dedicated conference website – www.rdoconference.org.

    This year’s conference, “Going The Distance”, will be held at the Pestana Chelsea Bridge Hotel & Spa, London on 23-25 September 2012. All pre-event information about this year’s conference can be found on the conference website – www.rdoconference.org, including an overview of the conference schedule, a gateway for booking, updates and archives for the conference and a useful networking tool to cement business relationships.

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