GoTimeshare.org interview With Richard McIntosh, Chairman The Resort Development Organisation


Richard McIntosh, Chairman RDO

Richard McIntosh speaks to Fiona Klonarides about what consumers should look for before they buy timeshare, how the market is evolving, and how RDO can help both consumers and quality developers in this growing industry. Read more






Interval International and Marriott Vacation Club Celebrate 20-Year Relationship with Long Term Renewal


Marriott Lakeshore Reserve

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), today announced the renewal of its master affiliation agreement with Marriott Vacation Club International, the timeshare division of Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE: MAR). The multi-year agreement extends the relationship first established in 1990 between two leaders in the shared ownership industry, each highly regarded for their commitment to quality, exemplary customer service, and innovation. Read more






ARDA Convention 2010 Comes to Las Vegas March 14 - 18


ARDA Conference and Exposition

Timeshare's biggest names will gather at the Venetian Resort Hotel and Casino for the premier timeshare industry event of the year in the States, the 2010 ARDA Convention and Exposition.
 
Top timeshare companies and service providers will be in Las Vegas, March 14-18, for this year's ARDA (American Resort Development Association) Convention. There's an impressive line up of speakers and Signature Sponsors for the networking event, with presentations, exhibitions and plenty of opportunities for discussion about industry trends, all part of the agenda. Read more






Experts Name Top Cruise Destination


Cruise Ship at Night

Of all the world's cruise destinations, Alaska has come out on top, according to a panel of 13 experts for the Cruise Show in London (March 27th and 28th) who selected the unspoilt region as their number one choice. Read more






Cruise Show Olympia: Explore, Dream, Discover


Olympia Cruise Show

This year's Cruise Show at London's Olympia Exhibition Centre on the weekend of March 27/28 promises to be a don't miss event for cruise fans and anyone contemplating a cruise in the future. As a timeshare holiday option it continues to grow in popularity because there's nothing quite like it – and with so many cruise lines offering so many varied itineraries, you'll never be bored onboard.

American author Mark Twain's quote has become a classic, and you'd be hard pressed to find a more apt one for the world of cruising: “Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bow lines. Sail away from the safe harbour. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” Read more






49% of Travellers Say That They Will Take 2-3 Trips Abroad in 2010


image of people waiting in an airport

2009 was a tough one for the travel industry, but if the latest survey from Skyscanner is anything to go by, things are beginning to look up. Read more






The World's Most Punctual Airlines


Most punctual airlines

Airport delays aren't part of the holiday plan but they happen. Here are the world's top 10 most punctual airlines with the best record of getting you there on time. Read more






British Airways Announces Year Round Route from London to Barcelona


British Airways:  Spanish destinations are proving extremely popular from London

Spain, the timeshare favourite, is now even easier to fly to, whatever the season. British Airway's summer-only schedule from London City Airport to Barcelona will now operate year-round, the airline has just announced - good news for fans of the Costa Brava and Costa Dorada. Now those looking for a quick city break in one of Europe's best-loved and most vibrant cities will be able to hop over from London City Airport to beautiful Barcelona from the end of March 2010 and flights will continue through summer and winter. Read more






Get to Know The RDO: The Timeshare and Shared Vacation Ownership Trade Body


RDO: The Resort Development Organisation

Useful information about how RDO protects consumers, and where to get news, consumer advice and updates on the latest developments in the timeshare industry Read more






If You Think You Have Been Defrauded, Read On.


Fraud and Justice

If you have been invited to a presentation to discuss ways in which to dispose of your timeshare/ points or to join a class action scheme against your resort developer but then signed up for membership of a holiday club, we would like to hear from you. Read more





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