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Palace Vacation Club Affiliated into RCI Network

Malaysia's Palace Vacation Club has joined the RCI network of affiliated resorts.

A new multi-year affiliation has been announced which makes RCI the exclusive third-party exchange provider for Palace Vacation Club.

Holiday resorts Country Villas and Palace of the Golden Horses have been added to the available list of destinations that are on offer to RCI members across the world.

Post date: Wednesday, 8 Jul 2009

Spanish Property Demand Increase Predicted

For prospective Spanish timeshare owners, demand for top-end properties in the country is likely to gradually increase, it has been said.

Spain is still a favourite among British people and the beaches are currently full of them looking to enjoy the wonderful climate the country offers, commented Paul Bradley, spokesperson for the Spanish Property Owners Guild.

Post date: Monday, 6 Jul 2009

Destination Melbourne Sees Numerous Developments

There have been a number of new developments in Melbourne of recent.

For starters, a new bike tour has been initiated but it is also a photography workshop, Visit Melbourne has reported.

The tour begins with a hands-on photography workshop and is followed by a bike cruise around the city to practice taking some snaps, costing from £48.

Post date: Monday, 29 Jun 2009

New Zealand Magic Highlighted

New Zealand is an almost magical place but still has similarities with the UK, it has been said.

This is largely why the country has fascinated emigrating Brits, with the Lord of the Rings films undoubtedly making an impact seeing as they were set in the eye-catching landscapes and scenery of the country, commented head of overseas business at Rightmove.co.uk Robin Wilson.

Post date: Tuesday, 23 Jun 2009

Travellers Invited to Slovenia

There are many exciting and different travel opportunities within Slovenia.

Timeshare owners can enjoy a wide range of landscapes and activities, including beach holidays and visits to underground attractions in the Karst region, according to the Slovenia Tourist Office.

Post date: Thursday, 18 Jun 2009

Skyscanner: Mexican Tourist Interest Rising

For timeshare owners looking to head off to Mexico, tourist interest in the country is on the up, data has suggested. Skyscanner figures show that searches for flights to Mexico have risen by 15.5 per cent since reaching their lowest point in early May.

This followed health fears putting travelers off going from the country, Skyscanner revealed.

Post date: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009

Timeshare Owners Invited to Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia is one of the most aesthetically delightful islands in the Caribbean with lush rainforests and crystal cerulean waters.

Timeshare owners heading to the island will be able to enjoy the all-round weather conditions and feast their eyes upon dramatic waterfalls, according to the official tourist board of Saint Lucia.

Post date: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009

New Timeshare Properties in St Maarten

Dozens of new options have been made available for timeshare owners in St Maarten with the opening of 40 new ocean view rooms at the Oyster Bay Beach Resort.

Post date: Tuesday, 2 Jun 2009

Croatian Holiday Popularity Rise Noted

Destinations such as Croatia will increase in popularity with holidaymakers, such as timeshare owners, it has been stated.

Sarah Munro, head of travel services at the Post Office, said the country has been increasing in popularity for a while now and is one of the fastest growing currencies at her organisation.

Post date: Thursday, 7 May 2009

Vietnamese Resort Joins RCI

Sea Links Golf & Country Club in Phan Thiet, Vietnam has been affiliated with vacation exchange company RCI, Rang Dong Group has reported.

It becomes RCI's first affiliate in Vietnam, revealed president and chief executive officer of Group RCI Geoff Ballotti, who said that the resort is stunning and his company was delighted to offer it to RCI Weeks members.

Post date: Tuesday, 5 May 2009

Northern Cyprus: Food, History and Friendliness

Northern Cyprus offers excellent cuisine for timeshare users to enjoy and the people are friendly too, it is said. On top of these two highlights, there are Roman ruins and fairy-tale castles to be found on mountain tops in Northern Cyprus, which is home to one of the most attractive Venetian harbours in the Mediterranean in the north-coast port of Kyrenia, according to Mark Hodson in a piece for the Sunday Times.

Post date: Tuesday, 10 Mar 2009

Owners Perspective: UAE a Land of Contrasts

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the Middle East's best kept secrets, according to one timeshare magazine. Owners Perspective says timeshare users can enjoy a land of contrasts, with its modern highways and shopping malls offset by camel caravans that still ply the lands as they have done since the region was first settled in over 5,000 years ago.

Post date: Tuesday, 10 Mar 2009

Dubai Attracts All, Author Says

Dubai's status as an old trading port helps it to attract people from all different kinds of background, it is said. While the media has often linked Dubai with the wealthy and glamorous, there is a good deal more to the emirate than the glitzy side, according to Lara Dunston, the author of DK Eyewitness Dubai.

Post date: Tuesday, 3 Mar 2009

Destination Croatia Popularity Highlighted

Croatia is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for timeshare users and the country is well-known across the world for its natural beauty, it is said. According to Meri Matesic, director of the Croatian UK Tourist Board, there are not many places in the world where someone can see so many varied and fantastic landscapes in such a small area.

Post date: Wednesday, 25 Feb 2009

A Tale Of Many Cities: Buenos Aires

Whether you’re looking for a comfortable cafe, bargain shopping, a history lesson, or a place to tango at 3 in the morning, there’s a corner of Buenos Aires just for you.

Post date: Tuesday, 24 Feb 2009

Interval adds Thai resort Twin Peaks Chiang Mai to offerings

Interval International, one of the 2 largest worldwide exchange companies, has added the Twin Peaks Residence to its offerings for timeshare users. Part of the Laguna Holiday Club, the Chiang Mai, Thailand resort is surrounded by mountains and home to more than 300 temples.

Post date: Tuesday, 17 Feb 2009

Come Sail Away

Interval's Paris Permenter and John Bigley sign up for sailing lessons, but are sure to return to the small Caribbean island of Antigua, where the beaches number in the hundreds, and the sights are spectacular.

Post date: Sunday, 15 Feb 2009

The Remains of The Day

Famed for its beaches, food and friendly people, Turkey is also home to an impressive array of ancient sites. Many date back over 2000 years. RCI's Annabelle Thorpe discovers some timeless places.

Post date: Saturday, 7 Feb 2009

Skyscanner: Eastern Europe Good Value for Timeshare owners

Eastern Europe offers some top value holidays and Skyscanner has named some of the cheapest destinations that timeshare owners can enjoy. Slovakia is one such destination - with good value skiing to be found in the Tatras Mountains, while Jasna offers the best ski resort in the country.

Post date: Friday, 6 Feb 2009

Top St Valentines Day Trips

The Daily Mirror's Doc Holiday has named the top 10 trips for timeshare users to enjoy on Valentine's Day, with Budapest and New York among those destinations named. A number of events in Budapest can be enjoyed , such as a visit to the Hungarian State Opera House.

Post date: Thursday, 5 Feb 2009

Raintree Vacation Club announces numerous successes

Raintree Vacation Club has announced that it is breaking sales records as well as opening new properties and adding to its portfolio. Last month, the timeshare club opened the Villa Vera Vallarta in Mexico, after a $4.5 million (£3.16 million) renovation.

Post date: Tuesday, 3 Feb 2009

Wyndham Hotel Group heads to Cayman Islands

Wyndham Hotel Group has announced two resorts on Grand Cayman - the Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford Cayman Islands and the Ramada Grand Caymanian Beach Club and Resort. The 130-room Wyndham Grand Bay Waterford Cayman Islands is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2011.

Post date: Monday, 2 Feb 2009