Articles Tagged With "vacation"

The Élan Collection, a distinctive network of ultra luxury shared interest vacation home ownership properties, is commencing priority sales reservations for its deeded, shared interest ownership opportunities in a private beachfront estate on the Turks and Caicos Islands in British West Indies.

January 27, 2010 in Company, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), announced that Anna Grand Hotel Vacation Club in Hungary has joined its vacation exchange network. The 200-year-old hotel is set in the centre of Balatonfüred, a historic town on the northern shore of Lake Balaton — so large that it is often referred to as the “Hungarian Sea.”

January 27, 2010 in Company, EU, Europe & Middle East Featured News, Europe & Middle East News, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

Escapia Releases National 2010 Vacation Rental Industry Report Providing Most Comprehensive Look at the Current State of the Vacation Rental Business

January 21, 2010 in NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

ResorTime.com, a favorite source for on-line vacation and timeshare condominium rentals polled its users to discover their most favorite resort properties. Nominees were in four areas: spa, family, beach, golf and ski. Nominations were made based on noteworthy resort reviews/comments, outstanding amenities and ResorTime.Com staff nominations.

January 14, 2010 in Company, NA, News, North America News, ResorTime.com by Susan Knox

InnSeason Resorts®, creators of the Northeast Experience® and leading provider of resort vacation and ownership opportunities, recently announced that Premium Destinations based in Daytona, Florida has agreed to manage the sales and marketing operations of the InnSeason Resorts Sales Centers on Cape Cod and in Ogunquit, Maine.

January 13, 2010 in Company, InnSeason Resorts, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

A number of positive trends that reinforce the appeal of the Caribbean market to both existing and potential vacation owners are being shared with delegates at the annual Caribbean Marketplace conference by Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services.

January 13, 2010 in Company, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

ResorTime.Com, rapidly becoming the go-to source for spacious vacation condominium rentals announced the launch of a new look for its quarterly newsletter. The online publication will provide the latest news about ResorTime.com, membership information, promotions, contests, specials and deals.

January 11, 2010 in Company, NA, News, North America News, ResorTime.com by Susan Knox

The post-bubble housing market for second homes has yet to recover, but there is a new twist on a concept that could make second home purchases more appealing in the coming decade: access to prime “third homes” worldwide.

January 6, 2010 in EU, Europe & Middle East News, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Wellington Financial, the exclusive Resort Finance lending correspondent for Liberty Bank, is pleased to announce the bank has closed a $10 million receivables hypothecation facility with Smugglers’ Notch (www.smuggs.com) in Vermont.

December 23, 2009 in NA, News, North America News, Wellington Financial by Susan Knox

Women in the Industry (WIN), an organization professionally supporting and cultivating women leaders of tomorrow in the vacation industry, has announced the results from its first online auction to support its philanthropic initiatives.

December 18, 2009 in Company, NA, News, North America News, Women in the Industry (WIN) by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), today announced the addition of Grand Lodges to its vacation exchange network. Tucked into Oregon’s majestic Cascade Mountain Range a few miles from Mt. Hood, this new fractional resort offers four seasons of recreation, including year-round downhill and cross-country skiing.

December 17, 2009 in Company, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America Featured News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq:IILG), today announced the addition of Gold Coast Aruba, to its vacation exchange network. The master-planned resort community will feature 270 whole ownership villas and townhouses in the island’s Malmok area. It is the only development of its kind in Aruba that offers purchasers Interval’s upgraded membership program, Interval Gold®.

December 16, 2009 in Company, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America Featured News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced an affiliation with The Solluna Resort, situated in India’s largest wildlife sanctuary, Jim Corbett National Park, in Uttarakhand. This new affiliation brings the total number of RCI affiliated resorts in sought-after destinations across India to more than 80.

December 14, 2009 in AP, Asia Pacific News, Company, News, RCI, RCI Press Releases by Susan Knox

An Interview with Denis Ebrill, executive vice president of Sol Meliá Vacation Club, about the company’s parent company, marketing in the United States, and what’s next for SMVC.

December 12, 2009 in A-List Interviews, Featured Articles, NA, North America Articles, Sol Meliá Vacation Club by Susan Knox

FractionalExchange.com has announced that The Deer Valley Club will begin referring its members to FractionalExchange.com for their owner-to-owner vacation exchange needs.

December 12, 2009 in Company, FractionalExchange.com, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Most rescissions occur because new owners do not fully understand the amazing product they just purchased. Peter J. Shield, PhD, ARP, has designed the ultimate rescission safeguard: a book titled Timeshare — You bought WHAT?

December 4, 2009 in AP, Asia Pacific News, EU, Europe & Middle East News, NA, News, North America News, SA, South Africa News by Susan Knox

ResorTime.com, a popular source for on-line vacation and timeshare condominium rentals, has announced that it will offer special rates in conjunction with Sedona (AZ)’s Red Rock Fantasy which runs through the beginning of January. The jaw-dropping beauty that has drawn visitors for the past one hundred years to the Verde Valley is now also the scene of a man-made marvel of more than a million lights. In its 19th year, the dazzling event is a favorite among “’Zonies” and visitors to the Grand Canyon State alike.

December 3, 2009 in Company, NA, News, North America News, ResorTime.com by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), today announced the affiliation to its vacation exchange network of Geovillage Sport and Wellness Resort.

November 11, 2009 in Company, EU, Europe & Middle East News, Interval International Press Releases, News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

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, North America News, Wyndham Worldwide by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has announced the affiliation of Gardenia Resort, located in the holiday town of Hurghada on Egypt’s famed “Red Sea Riviera.”

November 3, 2009 in Company, EU, Europe & Middle East Featured News, Europe & Middle East News, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

As part of an industry effort to promote the power of travel during National Travel and Tourism Week in May, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) launched the “Bring Your Vacation to Life” photo and story contest. Contestants were asked to share a memory of a timeshare vacation that impacted their family, health, or enjoyment of life.

October 26, 2009 in ARDA, Company, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services, announced the promotion of Bryan Ten Broek to senior vice president of resort sales and business development. He reports to David Gilbert, executive vice president of resort sales and marketing.

October 20, 2009 in Company, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America Featured News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

An Introduction to Collective Syndicated Ownership will be presented to Property developers, agents, accountants and legal experts at the Nicosia Hilton hotel, on the 29th of October, 2009 organized by World Class Group.

October 12, 2009 in Company, EU, Europe & Middle East News, News, World Class Group by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services, was a sponsor the Small Hotels Retreat held recently at Marriott’s Frenchman’s Reef in St. Thomas, U.S.V.I. Approximately 225 delegates from 17 countries attended the three-day event that was organized by the Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA).

October 8, 2009 in Company, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America Featured News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

As the nation’s children settle in for another school year, many parents and teachers wonder how the summer break affected their children’s academic achievement. Analysis of a U.S. Department of Education study found that children who travel over summer break — whether to a beach, historic site or a national park — did better in reading, math and general knowledge than their peers who didn’t vacation.

September 23, 2009 in ARDA, Company, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Bucking current travel patterns that continue to trend downward in nearly every segment of the hospitality industry, timeshare owners — particularly those participating in points–based programs — are still taking vacations.

September 23, 2009 in Company, NA, News, North America News, Wyndham Vacation Ownership by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), announced the addition of Azul Sensatori by Karisma, in the Riviera Maya, to its vacation exchange network. Operated by Karisma Hotels & Resorts, the resort features the innovative Gourmet Inclusive® concept that is designed to elevate all-inclusive vacations to quality levels comparable to traditional luxury hotels.

September 16, 2009 in Company, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

Today, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club, formerly The Ritz-Carlton Club, commemorates its 10th anniversary. Introduced in 1999 as a fractional, second home alternative, this exclusive Club provides Members and their families with a lifetime of luxury vacation experiences and the renowned services of The Ritz-Carlton.

September 14, 2009 in Company, NA, News, North America News by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services, announced it has formed an alliance with Robb & Stucky Resorts, a division of Ft. Myers, Florida-based Robb & Stucky Interiors. The highly acclaimed interior design and furnishings firm now will make its one-stop shopping and turnkey design services available to Interval International member resorts.

September 4, 2009 in Company, Featured News, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America Featured News, North America News, Robb & Stucky, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has added Villa del Palmar Cancun Luxury Beach Resort & Spa to its exchange network.

September 3, 2009 in Company, Interval International Press Releases, NA, News, North America News, Westgate Resorts by Susan Knox

MAP Destinations today announced that Venice on Water in Italy has affiliated with RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange.

September 3, 2009 in Company, EU, Europe & Middle East Featured News, Europe & Middle East News, Featured News, Marketing and Promotions, News, RCI, RCI Press Releases by Susan Knox