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RCI To Host Shared Ownership Conference In Mumbai, India

RCI To Host Shared Ownership Conference In Mumbai, India

The conference will cover topics including the benefits of shared ownership and how it can be successfully integrated into leisure real estate developments.

December 21, 2011 in AP, News, News, RCI, The Registry Collection, Toolbar News by Steve Luba


RCI Welcomes More Than 50 New Properties To Its Network Of Affiliated Resorts

RCI Welcomes More Than 50 New Properties To Its Network Of Affiliated Resorts

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.

September 8, 2011 in AP, EU, Global News, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA, Toolbar News by Steve Luba


Wyndham Vacation Rentals Acquires The Resort Company

Wyndham Vacation Rentals Acquires The Resort Company

Grows U.S. Portfolio of Luxury Resort Offerings in Steamboat, Vail, Beaver Creek and Breckenridge.

August 1, 2011 in NA, News, News, Toolbar News, Wyndham Worldwide by Steve Luba


The Best Never Rest…RCI To Launch RCI Weeks Platinum Membership

The Best Never Rest…RCI To Launch RCI Weeks Platinum Membership

The world’s largest vacation exchange company continues to enhance the vacation experience by expanding its premium tier of membership

March 28, 2011 in AP, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA by Susan Knox


Embracing Transparency

Embracing Transparency

RCI’s ‘Trading Power Transparency’ is a significant step in the ongoing evolution of the timeshare industry. Perspective Magazine asks RCI CEO Geoff Ballotti a few straightforward questions about the new program.

February 10, 2011 in Articles, Articles Featured, Company, NA, RCI by Susan Knox


A Good Thing Gets Even Better

A Good Thing Gets Even Better

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, has significantly enhanced its RCI® Weeks program to allow members to know the trading power value of their vacation interval once deposited with RCI.

February 8, 2011 in Articles, Articles Featured, Company, NA, RCI by Susan Knox


RCI and Disney Vacation Club Announce Renewal of Affiliation Agreement

RCI and Disney Vacation Club Announce Renewal of Affiliation Agreement

RCI will continue to be the exclusive third-party exchange provider for Disney Vacation Club’s more than 150,000 member families.

December 8, 2010 in Disney Vacation Club, Featured News, NA, News, News, News Featured, RCI, Toolbar News by Steve Luba


Wyndham Worldwide Acquires UK Vacation Rental Specialist James Villa Holidays

Wyndham Worldwide Acquires UK Vacation Rental Specialist James Villa Holidays

Wyndham’s Vacation Rentals Business Further Expands Scale, Brand Recognition and Business across Mediterranean Villa Holiday Market

December 1, 2010 in EU, News, News, RCI, Toolbar News, Wyndham Worldwide by Steve Luba


RCI Revolutionizes Weekly Exchange with a Series of Firsts, Creating More Choice, Flexibility and Control for its Members

RCI Revolutionizes Weekly Exchange with a Series of Firsts, Creating More Choice, Flexibility and Control for its Members

RCI Unveils ‘Trading Power Transparency’ – a First for the World’s Leading Timeshare Exchange program.

November 29, 2010 in AP, EU, Featured News, Featured News, Featured News, Featured News, Global News, NA, News, News, News, News, News, News Featured, RCI, SA, Toolbar News, Uncategorized, Wyndham Worldwide by Steve Luba


Three New Club Mahindra Resorts Join RCI

Three New Club Mahindra Resorts Join RCI

Located in the north and north-eastern regions of India, these new resorts add to RCI’s portfolio of highly sought-after destinations for nature and wildlife enthusiasts.

November 15, 2010 in News, RCI, Toolbar News by Steve Luba


Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Welcomes ResortQuest, Celebrates Formation of World’s Largest Vacation Rentals Business

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Welcomes ResortQuest, Celebrates Formation of World’s Largest Vacation Rentals Business

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, part of Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN), welcomed ResortQuest to its family of brands following the previously announced acquisition, which was completed on September 30, 2010.

October 20, 2010 in Company, Global News, NA, News, News, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


Resounding Success at RCI Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium

Resounding Success at RCI Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium

RCI Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium was a resounding success with a great turnout/attendance from leisure real estate owners and developers, senior executives and decision makers in the hospitality and leisure real estate industries in Asia. “The BIG Reveal” Symposium was held over two days, April 22-23, at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Singapore.

August 13, 2010 in AP, Articles, Articles, NA, RCI by Susan Knox


RCI Welcomes 22 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

RCI Welcomes 22 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added 22 new resorts to its vacation exchange network in the second quarter of 2010. This includes resorts added to RCI® Weeks, RCI Points® and The Registry Collection® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program, with seven of the resorts coming from existing affiliated developers and four resorts under development.

August 4, 2010 in AP, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA by Susan Knox


Resounding Success at RCI’s Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium

Resounding Success at RCI’s Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium

RCI Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium was a resounding success with a great turnout/attendance from leisure real
estate owners and developers, senior executives and decision makers in the hospitality and leisure real estate industries in Asia. “The BIG Reveal” Symposium was held over two days, April 22-23, at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Singapore.

July 5, 2010 in Articles, Articles Featured, EU by


RCI CEO Appointed To Christel House Board Of Directors

RCI CEO Appointed To Christel House Board Of Directors

Christel House International today announced that Geoff Ballotti, CEO of RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), has been appointed to the Christel House International Board of Directors.

June 10, 2010 in News, News Featured, RCI by Admin


April 2010

April 2010

Read our ARDA Convention Review, plus interview “At The Booth” with RCI’s Geoff Ballotti and the highlights of this year’s finalists and winners for the ARDY Awards. Another sign that shared ownership is doing better is examples of sales success, Holiday Inn Club Vacations (HCV), from the folks out at Orange Lake Resort in Orlando, had a banner year in 2009 and is continuing strong sales this year. No, that’s not a typo. Read about how HCV is operating – and growing – as if the credit markets didn’t freeze up and the economy didn’t tank.

May 28, 2010 in Editions by Admin


RCI TV Viewed Over 1 Million Times In Less Than Six Months, Celebrates With All-Inclusive Resort Vacation Giveaway

RCI TV Viewed Over 1 Million Times In Less Than Six Months, Celebrates With All-Inclusive Resort Vacation Giveaway

Planning a vacation has never been easier – just ask the viewers that have already tuned in to RCI® TV more than 1 million times for advice on where to eat, stay and play in the most popular destinations around the globe. The web-based television network, once exclusive to RCI subscribing members, began granting public access in November 2009 to its entertaining and educational high-definition videos narrated by the enigmatic “RCI Guy” on www.RCI.com. This 1 million-view milestone demonstrates that travelers are interested in not only learning more about the timeshare industry, but also visiting the hundreds of RCI’s more than 4,000 resorts who are showcasing their vacation destinations in high-definition video on-line. To celebrate this landmark number, RCI is giving away a choice of either an all-inclusive vacation at an RCI affiliated resort for up to four people valued at up to $5,000 USD for one week at any one of the stunning all-inclusive properties featured on RCI TV, or a one week stay for up to four people at any of the beautiful non all-inclusive “Resort Showcase” properties featured on RCI TV.

May 25, 2010 in News, RCI by


RCI Welcomes 32 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

RCI Welcomes 32 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

World’s largest vacation exchange company delivers first quarter earnings growth through superior execution and strength of its business model

May 12, 2010 in News, RCI by


RCI – A Beacon for the Travel Industry

RCI – A Beacon for the Travel Industry

Despite the fact that 2009 was one of the most challenging years for the overall economy, RCI, the world’s largest vacation exchange company and part of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, demonstrated that vacation exchange remains a bright spot in the travel industry. By continuing to provide value-added services to assist its developers, RCI attracted several notable new affiliates and grew its membership base in 2009.

April 30, 2010 in Articles, Articles, Articles Featured, NA, RCI by


At the Booth: RCI’s Geoff Ballotti

At the Booth: RCI’s Geoff Ballotti

Perspective Magazine North America Editor Matt McDaniel caught up with Geoff Ballotti at the RCI Booth during the ARDA conference in Las Vegas, where the two talked about RCI’s momentum, innovation and technology.

April 30, 2010 in Articles, Articles, Articles Featured, NA by


RCI And The Christie Lodge Announce Affiliation Renewal

RCI And The Christie Lodge Announce Affiliation Renewal

RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), and The Christie Lodge in Avon, Colorado, recently announced the renewal of their longstanding affiliation agreement.

April 27, 2010 in News, News Featured, RCI by


Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Receives 2010 ‘Best Places To Work’ In New Jersey Award

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Receives 2010 ‘Best Places To Work’ In New Jersey Award

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and the European leader in vacation rentals and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced it was named one of the 2010 ‘Best Places to Work’ in New Jersey at a ceremony held last Thursday evening at the Hilton East Brunswick.

April 25, 2010 in News by


Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club, Puerto Plata, Welcomes RCI CEO, Geoff Ballotti During First Visit To Dominican Republic

Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club, Puerto Plata, Welcomes RCI CEO, Geoff Ballotti During First Visit To Dominican Republic

Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club (LHVC), located in Puerto Plata on the North Coast of the Dominican Republic, welcomed RCI Chief Executive Officer, Geoff Ballotti, in his first visit to the Dominican Republic. Ballotti toured Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club to become familiar with its complete offering of rooms, suites, villas and distinct V.I.P. services and amenities for members and guests.

April 22, 2010 in News by


April 2010

April 2010

We highlight an emerging market for shared ownership: East Africa. While other parts of Africa have already made tremendous strides in
our industry, East Africa is now poised for significant growth as well. Read about it in Timeshare on the Dark Continent. And as we’re coming off the 2010 American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Convention and Exposition, held in March at the Venetian Hotel and Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, be sure to check out our ARDA 2010 Convention Review.

April 1, 2010 in Editions by Admin


Renewal Of Hilton Grand Vacations Affiliation Agreement For Vacation Exchange Services Announced By RCI

Renewal Of Hilton Grand Vacations Affiliation Agreement For Vacation Exchange Services Announced By RCI

RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange, today announced they have renewed their long-standing affiliation with Hilton Grand Vacations, a premier vacation ownership company.

March 16, 2010 in AP, Company, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA by Susan Knox


RCI’s Big Reveal On Growth Of Leisure Real Estate In Asia

RCI’s Big Reveal On Growth Of Leisure Real Estate In Asia

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), will host senior executives and decision makers in the hospitality and leisure real estate industries at the RCI® Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium on 22-23 April 2010 in Singapore where RCI will reveal the secrets of successful vacation exchange.

March 16, 2010 in AP, Company, News, News, RCI by Susan Knox


Over 100 New Resorts In 2009 Welcomed By RCI

Over 100 New Resorts In 2009 Welcomed By RCI

Demonstrating that vacation exchange remains a bright spot in the travel industry, RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added more than 100 new resorts, including 10 properties under development, to the world’s largest vacation exchange network.

March 16, 2010 in AP, Company, NA, News, News, News, RCI by Susan Knox


State of the Industry:Five Questions for Five CEOs

State of the Industry:Five Questions for Five CEOs

The past year or two have been the wildest years our industry has seen in a very long time – and by wild, I in fact mean bad. While not every company suffered from the credit crisis, scores did, and the ripple effect meant that many suppliers and other industry-related companies paid the price as well.

February 27, 2010 in Articles, Articles Featured, NA by


Wyndham Exchange & Rentals To Acquire Hoseasons

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals To Acquire Hoseasons

Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) today announced that its Exchange & Rentals business unit, the European leader in exclusive marketing of independent holiday accommodation, has agreed to acquire Hoseasons Holdings Ltd, one of the UK’s most renowned holiday brands, from HgCapital and a number of individual parties.

February 23, 2010 in Company, EU, News, News, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


Wyndham Exchange & Rentals To Acquire Hoseasons

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals To Acquire Hoseasons

Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) today announced that its Exchange & Rentals business unit, the European leader in exclusive marketing of independent holiday accommodation, has agreed to acquire Hoseasons Holdings Ltd, one of the UK’s most renowned holiday brands, from HgCapital and a number of individual parties.

February 23, 2010 in Company, EU, News, News, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


RCI Renews Affiliation With Bluegreen Corporation

RCI Renews Affiliation With Bluegreen Corporation

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), today announced the renewal of its affiliation with Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited, Inc. and Bluegreen Corporation, who are amongst the largest vacation ownership companies in the industry.

January 29, 2010 in Company, Featured News, NA, News, News, News Featured, RCI by Susan Knox


RCI TV Goes Public – Revolutionary Network Now Live And Interactive To All Consumers On RCI.com

RCI TV Goes Public – Revolutionary Network Now Live And Interactive To All Consumers On RCI.com

World’s largest vacation exchange company continues to expand RCI TV to promote affiliated resorts and the vacation ownership industry

November 30, 2009 in AP, Company, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


RCI Announces The RCI Shopping Perks Program: Virtual Shopping Mall For Members To Earn Cash Back On Purchases

RCI Announces The RCI Shopping Perks Program: Virtual Shopping Mall For Members To Earn Cash Back On Purchases

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced the launch of the RCI Shopping PerksSM program, a virtual shopping mall on RCI.com that will allow RCI subscribing members residing in the United States to browse hundreds of merchants and popular vendors and comparison shop for the lowest prices.

November 19, 2009 in AP, Company, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA by Susan Knox


RCI Expands Relationship With ICE

RCI Expands Relationship With ICE

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced the extension and expansion of its strategic alliance with International Cruise & Excursions, Inc. (ICE), the worldwide industry leader for integrated cruise and leisure packages to the vacation ownership and travel industries.

November 10, 2009 in AP, Company, EU, NA, News, News, News, News, News, RCI, SA, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


Laugh Out Loud (LOL) And Tickle The Hippo At YourFatChance.com For A Chance To Win Some Awesome Prizes – No Joke!

Laugh Out Loud (LOL) And Tickle The Hippo At YourFatChance.com For A Chance To Win Some Awesome Prizes – No Joke!

Building off the success of its first YourFatChance.com contest, Endless Vacation Rentals (EVR), one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), is again looking to turn someone’s funny story into an Endless Vacation and give away more than $40,000USD in prizes. The enhanced and interactive YourFatChance.com LOL Vacation Contest is now calling for funny vacation stories and visitors to tickle the hippo.

November 3, 2009 in Company, NA, News, News, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


Private Residence Clubs Launched In Thailand By IFA Hotels & Resorts

Private Residence Clubs Launched In Thailand By IFA Hotels & Resorts

IFA Hotels & Resorts (IFA HR) announced today the launch of three new Thai-based Private Residence Clubs: The Heights Private Residence Club in Phuket, Northpoint Private Residence Club in Pattaya and The River Private Residence Club in Bangkok. The Clubs are developed by luxury condominium developer Raimon Land in which IFA HR has a 41.07% stake.

October 27, 2009 in AP, Company, Featured News, IFA Hotels & Resorts, News, News, News Featured, Raimon Land by Susan Knox


The Registry Collection Partners With IFA Hotels & Resorts And Raimon Land To Unveil Three New Luxurious Resorts In Thailand

The Registry Collection Partners With IFA Hotels & Resorts And Raimon Land To Unveil Three New Luxurious Resorts In Thailand

The Registry Collection® exchange program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of three private residence clubs to its worldwide network.

October 12, 2009 in AP, Company, EU, IFA Hotels & Resorts, NA, News, News, News, News, News, Raimon Land, SA, The Registry Collection, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


The Registry Collection Unveils Its First-Ever Portfolio Of Six Resorts In Thailand With The Absolute World Group

The Registry Collection Unveils Its First-Ever Portfolio Of Six Resorts In Thailand With The Absolute World Group

The Registry Collection®, the world’s largest luxury exchange programme and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the affiliation of Absolute Developments to its programme, adding six new resorts to its global network of luxury properties.

October 2, 2009 in Absolute World Group, AP, Company, EU, Featured News, Featured News, News, News, News, News Featured, The Registry Collection by Susan Knox


RCI Affiliates Five More Resorts In India

RCI Affiliates Five More Resorts In India

From the magnificent Himalayan foothills to the lush greenery of Kerala, RCI further expands its footprint across the country, bringing the total number of affiliated resorts in India to 82

September 11, 2009 in AP, Company, News, News, RCI by Susan Knox


Australian Holiday Ownership Remains Strong In Spite Of Challenging Economic Climate

Australian Holiday Ownership Remains Strong In Spite Of Challenging Economic Climate

Despite the current global financial climate, Australia’s holiday ownership industry continues to hold steady with strong occupancy rates according to RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN).

September 10, 2009 in AP, ATHOC, Company, News, News, RCI, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox


A List: Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO of Group RCI

A List: Geoff Ballotti, President & CEO of Group RCI

An Interview with Geoff Ballotti, President and CEO of Group RCI – On his first year and the future of Group RCI.

April 20, 2009 in A-List Interviews, Articles, Articles Featured, NA by Susan Knox


April 2009

April 2009

Our exclusive A-List interview this month is with Geoff Ballotti, President of Group RCI on his first year and what plans the company has for the future. Fractional Ownership is certainly getting everyone’s attention lately and Perspective Magazine is no different. This month alone we feature Synchrony Yachts, Paris Residence Club and Eric Gummers speaks out in our second “My Perspective On…” and talks about “Catching The Fractional Wave: A Legal Experts Perspective”.

April 1, 2009 in Editions by Admin