http://www.gotimeshare.orgGo Timesharehttp://www.gotimeshare.org/Assets/Themes/76/Images/Logo.gifhttp://www.gotimeshare.org RCI has announced five new resort affiliations in Thailand, the Philippines and Malaysia which bring its Asia portfolio to over 160 affiliated properties. “These new resorts not only show a growing interest for timeshare travel throughout Asia but evidence that we’re offering an innovative and appealing timeshare exchange product,” said Adrian Lee, managing director, RCI..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/697.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 22 Feb 2012 12:04:00 +0000With a second home by the sea out of financial reach for most families now, the demand for timeshare is on the rise again, according to leading timeshare resale specialists Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket www.timeshare-hypermarket.com. Timeshares priced typically between £4,000 and £10,000, for example, are a viable alternative for families seeking luxury accommodation at a resort..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/696.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 21 Feb 2012 09:40:00 +0000The Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa is the overall winner in the Top 25 Hotels in Egypt category in TripAdvisor’s 2012 Travelers’ Choice Awards. Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa scooped no less than seven Travelers' Choice awards in different categories from TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel website. The categories included the top twenty-five most contemporary hotels in..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/695.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 20 Feb 2012 13:32:00 +0000 Qantas and Virgin Australia have both stepped in to help fly over 4,000 stranded passengers to their destinations after Air Australia grounded its five jets suddenly, after running out of money to refuel its aircraft. The Brisbane-based airline is trying to find last minute assistance to help save both the airline and 300 employees from losing their jobs. Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/694.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 17 Feb 2012 11:09:00 +0000 Interval International has received Perspective Magazine’s “Best Media” award at the GNEX 2012 – Timeshare and Fractional Global Networking Expo in Cancun, Mexico. The company’s social media site, Interval Community, was recognized for its ability to gain the trust and long-term affinity of its members through the facilitation of member-to-member relationships and its..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/693.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 17 Feb 2012 09:58:00 +0000The exchange company RCI has received reports that representatives of the above business have contacted RCI Members and have falsely claimed to be calling on behalf of RCI. Resorts Direct uses the website www.resortsdirect.co.uk RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with Resorts Direct and that any claim by Resorts Direct that it represents RCI is false.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/692.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 14 Feb 2012 12:41:00 +0000With the massive job of pumping 2300 tonnes of fuel from the partially submerged ship Costa Concordia now underway, and expected to continue for four weeks, the spotlight is back on the doomed cruise liner. A Dutch salvage company is heading up the fuel drainage operation which has been hindered by bad weather but started on Sunday afternoon. 17 people died and 15 passengers remain unaccounted..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/691.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 13 Feb 2012 11:02:00 +0000While the big freeze cast an icy spell over most of Europe last week, international delegates from all sectors of the shared ownership industries were attending Perspective Magazine’s 2nd Annual Global Networking Expo (GNEX 2012) at the beachfront Ritz Carlton Cancun resort in Cancun, Mexico. 177 timeshare and fractional industry professionals representing 91 companies were there and one of..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/690.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 13 Feb 2012 10:56:00 +0000Although more snowfall and continued sub zero temperatures may possibly affect travel plans this weekend, it looks like roads may be the worst hit as most airports in the UK are operating according to schedule. Ice and freezing rain have caused havoc on some roads but things look more promising for the weekend as temperatures should thaw out slightly for “Getaway Saturday”, the start..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/689.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 12:45:00 +0000New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg and NYC & Company (New York City’s official marketing and tourism organization) have announced that the City welcomed a record 50.5 million visitors in 2011– up on predicted estimates. Warm weather at the end of December brought an influx of day-trip visitors to the city, contributing to the higher record-breaking total, and the East Coast..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/688.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 12:40:00 +0000 Timeshare offers a superb holiday choice for thousands across Europe and these tips are provided to ensure that you are as well informed as possible when considering a timeshare purchase: * Do your homework and make sure that timeshare is right for you * Visit a timeshare resort - many developers now offer low cost ‘inspection visits’ to give you the chance to try before you buy *..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/342.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 12:03:00 +0000An increasing number of consumers rely on the Internet to find out as much as they can about a company and, whilst the majority of sites provide extremely helpful information, there are some that are simply not genuine and provide misinformation to consumers. RDO, the trade body for the shared ownership industry is concerned at the rise of the number of sites that have been set up specifically to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/687.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 09:27:00 +0000An increasing number of consumers rely on the Internet to find out as much as they can about a company and, whilst the majority of sites provide extremely helpful information, there are some that are simply not genuine and provide misinformation to consumers. RDO, the trade body for the shared ownership industry is concerned at the rise of the number of sites that have been set up specifically..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/685.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 09:12:00 +0000An increasing number of consumers rely on the Internet to find out as much as they can about a company and, whilst the majority of sites provide extremely helpful information, there are some that are simply not genuine and provide misinformation to consumers. RDO, the trade body for the shared ownership industry is concerned at the rise of the number of sites that have been set up specifically..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/686.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Feb 2012 09:12:00 +0000With many of the UK’s airport closed at times over the weekend and further delays expected at Heathrow today because of the weekend’s flight cancellations, Europe’s big freeze is playing havoc with travel plans. So far over 300 have died due to extreme conditions across Europe as well as parts of North Africa. Despite the fact that continental airports were still operating, Heathrow’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/684.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Feb 2012 14:08:00 +0000A BBC report today says that the search for any remaining bodies on Costa Concordia has been completely abandoned due to difficult underwater conditions hampering search and rescue efforts. As the cruise ship languishes off the coast of Tuscany next to the island of Giglio, a spokesman for the island’s fire brigade confirmed: "We have definitively stopped the underwater search inside..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/683.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 01 Feb 2012 11:44:00 +0000 Italian real estate company Prime Investimenti sri has announced the opening of a luxurious 31-apartment vacation ownership resort in Tuscany, close to the village of Peccioli. Due to open in early 2013, Prime Investimenti sri has confirmed Hilton Grand Vacations Club will market the Holiday Ownership intervals at Borgo alle Vigne, and manage homeowners’ association management services and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/682.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 01 Feb 2012 11:42:00 +0000The Dragon is the only one of the Chinese Horoscope signs that isn’t a real animal and as this is the Year of the Dragon, fortunately it’s supposed to represent power, luck and strength. If you’re planning a pre-summer city break soon, here are six of the world’s most cosmopolitan city centres where Chinese culture plays an important role in the feel and flavour of the city...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/679.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 31 Jan 2012 14:59:00 +0000About 22,000 passengers with bookings on some 220 flights have been left stranded after Spanish airline Spanair folded. The last few years have not been easy for the airline. A Spanair jet crashed on take off in Madrid in 2008, the worst disaster in Spain in 25 years, killing 154 passengers (eighteen survived). As soon as the news broke that Spanair went under, EasyJet launched its new Madrid-Bilbao..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/681.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 31 Jan 2012 09:00:00 +0000This is the time of year when those of us who have a cruise booked for later in the year really start to look forward to it. There’s nothing like a holiday “in the diary” to boost our spirits, especially if we live somewhere where the sun could come out more often. Since the fated date of the Costa Concordia disaster – Friday, January 13th – images of the cruise ship..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/680.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 30 Jan 2012 12:22:00 +0000The exchange company RCI reports that Timeshare Intervals Limited, which has its registered office in Ipswich England is making unauthorised use of RCI’s logo on its website www.timeshareintervals.co.uk. RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with Timeshare Intervals Limited and that Timeshare Intervals Limited has no right to display RCI’s logo.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/678.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 26 Jan 2012 10:35:00 +0000Following the success of its first major shared ownership conference GNEX, last year, Perspective Magazine has announced the line-up for GNEX 2012, which takes place next week on January 31 – February 2 at the Ritz Carlton Cancun in Mexico. The emphasis will be on investment potential for the industry, new growth strategies and experts will offer their take on the global outlook for 2012. The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/677.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 26 Jan 2012 09:01:00 +0000On 11th December, Daily Mail columnist and investigate journalist Tony Hetherington replied to a reader’s letter in www.thisismoney.co.uk about Club Class. The reader met Bridge View Consultants to discuss how she and her husband were mis-sold a timeshare but they were persuaded to join Club Class International’s holiday discount scheme - Club Class were to take over the timeshare and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/638.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 25 Jan 2012 11:52:00 +0000Captain Bill Wright, senior vice president of marine operations for Royal Caribbean International answered questions from travel agents about cruise safety during a visit to the UK last week. Captain Wright was in charge of the 5,400 passenger ship Oasis of the Seas when she launched over two years ago. Carnival Corporation is the parent company of Costa Crociere SpA, which owns Costa Concordia..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/676.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 Jan 2012 16:57:00 +0000The exchange company RCI reports that Kosta Travel Agency, which is based in Lithuania, has falsely claimed to be linked to RCI. RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with Kosta Travel Agency.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/674.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 Jan 2012 11:45:00 +0000The Gleneagles Hotel, the luxury resort known for its superb golf offering and exclusive Seasonal Ownership programme has launched ESPA Life. Now, guest and anyone who has shared ownership at the resort can unwind in 850 acres of Perthshire countryside and enjoy the enhanced spa experience, ESPA Life, during their stay at the Scottish estate. The hotel’s expert team of complementary and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/675.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 Jan 2012 11:40:00 +0000Silverpoint is expanding its suite of award-winning websites with its new Club Paradiso site. This website features loads of great and up-to-date information about the extensive portfolio of Club Paradiso resorts in a sleek and user-friendly design. The comprehensive resort sections provide an informative over-view of what each of the resorts have to offer, complete with stunning images, so guests..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/673.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 Jan 2012 10:12:00 +0000EasyJet has introduced a new flat rate £9 admin fee, which came into effect on January 12th. The new fee will be applied to all bookings and is displayed as part of the final fare on the first stage of the booking process, as well as in all advertising and the move, says Easyjet, is to “make booking flights with the airline even more transparent”. The good news is that the £9..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/672.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 Jan 2012 14:46:00 +0000Ritz Carlton, one of the world’s leading five star deluxe hotel brands, has won yet another award. One of the properties in the company’s prestigious international portfolio, the Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, in the Middle East can now call itself the “World’s Leading Palace Hotel “ after receiving the honour at the World Travel Awards held in Doha, Qatar. Ritz Carlton also..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/671.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 Jan 2012 14:12:00 +0000Out of all the places in the world to visit, the Moon is number one on the list in a recent poll by one of the UK’s leading online independent travel agencies…although “real” destinations Disney World and Lapland were not far behind! Florida is a big timeshare family favourite, and Orlando themed attractions such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Disney World..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/670.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 Jan 2012 13:59:00 +0000Fifteen US destinations are among the up-and-coming favourites for 2012, say TripAdvisor users and travel editors. The list has been compiled based on those US destinations which have received an especially high number of reviews lately – from music city Nashville, Tennessee at number one, to the beautiful laid back beach destination of Santa Cruz, California. TripAdvisor’s Top Vacation..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/669.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 Jan 2012 12:30:00 +0000Customers affected by the liquidation of Channel ferry company SeaFrance will soon be getting automatic refunds. If you have a booking on the Dover-Calais service which (cancelled before Christmas) you should be contacted by email within 24 hours. SeaFrance is refunding customers by crediting their bank accounts as soon as possible, a spokesperson said. “SeaFrance has always respected..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/668.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 Jan 2012 12:15:00 +0000If a few rounds of golf under a blue sky sound appealing (while most of Europe freezes), Club La Costa World of Resorts & Hotels’ new resort in Turkey: Kusadasi Golf & Spa, opening on May 1, will hit the spot A short drive from the lively seaside town of Kusadasi, this resort is the company’s first golf and spa development and there’s plenty to do even if you don’t..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/667.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 Jan 2012 09:19:00 +0000Despite rescue attempts over the weekend and early this week, the number of passengers thought to be missing after the Costa Concordia disaster is now believed to be 29. The ship shifted slightly yesterday, hampering rescue efforts. Authorities decided divers were at risk of being trapped within the vessel which is lying partially submerged off the Tuscan island of Giglio. The Italian coastguard..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/666.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 17 Jan 2012 09:56:00 +0000Members of the public should be aware of the activities of a resale company called Viva Connect, www.viva-connect.com, with a postbox address in Mijas, Costa del Sol, and a second address in Benalmadena Costa. We had heard reports that this company is cold calling timeshare owners and claiming that they have a corporate buyer interested in buying the owner's week - at an inflated price. A fee..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/665.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 17 Jan 2012 08:26:00 +0000Timeshare owners based near Glasgow will soon have two flights a day serving the Glasgow-Dubai route. Emirates has confirmed it is launching a second daily service on its Dubai-Glasgow route from June 1, and will also introduce a first class cabin on both flights. The extra service - in addition to the existing daytime flight - will fly overnight, depart Glasgow daily at 2130, landing in Dubai at..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/664.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 Jan 2012 13:07:00 +0000The Costa Concordia tragedy could cost the Italian cruise company’s parent Carnival Corporation at least $95 million (approx. £62 million). Carnival said that there are other costs to the business that it can’t determine at this time, which will add up on top of existing costs of the damage incurred. The ship, which cost £372 million when she was built six years ago, will..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/663.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 Jan 2012 12:30:00 +0000As Costa Concordia lies submerged off the Tuscan island of Giglio, big questions are being asked about how a cruise around the Med could end in one of the worst cruise tragedies in living memory. On Friday 13th January, the liner hit a stretch of rock which Concordia’s captain, Francesco Schettino, claims “was not marked on the navigation charts” which gashed the ship’s hull..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/662.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 Jan 2012 09:52:00 +0000Leading holiday ownership specialists Hapimag, Marriott and Club La Costa are just some of the companies with alpine-style resorts, and interest in fractional and shared ownership ski homes has risen significantly in recent years. Timeshare started out in Switzerland – the concept was born when the owners of Hapimag encouraged their clients not to rent a room, but to “buy the hotel instead”. So,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/661.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 13 Jan 2012 12:27:00 +0000Timeshare has come a long way since the fixed week, fixed destination days. Thanks to the leading exchange companies RCI and Interval International, swopping a week in Cornwall for a week in Crete – or even Capetown – is part of the flexible vacation ownership lifestyle. This year, the usual close-to-home beach stays may get a run for their money as many travel experts are predicting..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/660.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 13 Jan 2012 11:55:00 +0000Major Channel ferry operator SeaFrance has been liquidated by a court in France, and the news follows speculation before Christmas that it may not survive. Around 1,000 jobs have been lost – including 127 in Britain, at the port of Dover. The Tribunal de Commerce decided SeaFrance’s fate after the European Commission ruled that a 200m Euros (£176m) bailout by the French government..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/659.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 10 Jan 2012 12:46:00 +0000 We have heard reports that a company called Concepts Club Services Pte based in Singapore (not to be confused with Concepts Vacation Club) may be making claims that it is affiliated to RDO, the Resort Development Organisation. Members of the public should be aware that this company is in no way associated with RDO and should seek legal advice before signing any paperwork or making any payments..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/655.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 09 Jan 2012 16:04:00 +0000Interval International’s UK members are very happy with their membership overall, according to a report by the leading exchange organization, revealed this week Interval’s members own an average of 1.9 weeks of shared ownership, the average household income is just over £70,000 and more than one-quarter report ownership of a second home – apart from their holiday ownership. The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/658.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 04 Jan 2012 14:48:00 +0000Almost two-thirds of workers polled in Ireland by Hotels.com recently said they fail to use all their annual leave days each year for various reasons. Sixty-two per cent have days left over by the time year end arrives and most claimed they are too busy at work to use their full holiday entitlement. Surprisingly, 52% of workers in the Hotels.com survey had at least two unused days a year, while..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/657.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 03 Jan 2012 14:19:00 +0000Swiss timeshare specialists Hapimag pioneered the concept of timeshare in the sixties. Now, they have 57 international resorts and residences, and one of the most tempting places to escape to this winter has to be the Hapimag Palmeraie residence in Marrakech. Hapimag Palmeraie Blue sky seekers will love the resort, where winter temperatures often beat Britain’s summertime mercury readings...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/656.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 03 Jan 2012 13:59:00 +0000Monarch is launching 14 new routes next summer, from London Gatwick, Luton, Birmingham and Manchester, to fly passengers to a broad mix of both leisure and business destinations. The expansion comes after Monarch posted a loss in 2011 owing to “turbulent market conditions and high oil prices” but the airline’s Swiss Italian owners have injected £75 million into restructuring..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/653.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 23 Dec 2011 09:36:00 +0000It’s that time of year again, almost time to ring in the New Year. These are some of the best spots to welcome 2012, whether it’s with fireworks on a frosty night in London, or a lazy day on Bondi Beach on the other side of the world. London Few sounds are more symbolic than the bridge between the old and new year than Big Ben. New Year’s Eve is the night London Mayor Boris Johnson..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/654.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 23 Dec 2011 09:18:00 +0000VisitBritain.com has revealed that visitors to the UK were definitely up this year in October, compared to last year – with numbers almost as high as October 2007 when 2.82 million arrived on our shores. International visitors numbers and spending in the UK are up, with more visitors from abroad choosing Great Britain for holidays as well as friends and family visits. There were more visitors..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/652.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 22 Dec 2011 11:52:00 +0000Widespread travel disruption is expected Thursday, one of the busiest travel days of the festive season, as a general strike in Belgium looks set to go ahead. The strike will affect national rail services, impacting Eurostar, who have cancelled trains to and from Brussels for 24 hours, however services from St. Pancras to Paris will not be affected. There will be no London to Brussels Eurostar..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/651.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 21 Dec 2011 15:16:00 +0000VisitBritain.com has revealed that visitors to the UK were definitely up this year in October, compared to last year – with numbers almost as high as October 2007 when 2.82 million arrived on our shores. International visitors numbers and spending in the UK are up, with more visitors from abroad choosing Great Britain for holidays as well as friends and family visits. There were more visitors..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/650.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 21 Dec 2011 10:09:00 +0000More than four million Britons are set to jet off to sunnier spots including their favourite timeshare resorts over the festive season, so will those of us making a getaway miss the Queen’s speech, chilly nights and possibly snow on Christmas morning? According to a new survey by Carehiremarket.com, it’s the simple luxuries of life – teabags, tap water and “my own bed”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/649.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 21 Dec 2011 10:02:00 +0000The Caribbean. A timeshare dream destination and winter sun favourite, each Caribbean island is its own unique paradise. To fill the winter season with a little Caribbean flavour, GoTimeshare spotlights some of the most beautiful bays and gourmet getaways in Part 1 of The Caribbean Island Guide (Part 2 next month). Grenada Grenada’s a great pick if you’re the cricket-on-the-beach..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/648.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Dec 2011 09:59:00 +0000Tis the season for staying home, but it’s also one of the busiest times for airports and this year will be no exception. easyJet says it will be flying over a million passengers home for Christmas this week, with 5 per cent more passengers flying in the week leading up to Christmas compared with last year. According to research, however, the vast majority of Britons prefer to spend Christmas..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/647.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 19 Dec 2011 09:51:00 +0000Luxury all-inclusive hotel and timeshare resort Grand Velas Riviera Maya on the Mexican Riviera is setting standards in Latin America when it comes to keeping things green. It uses an “elite” water treatment process, but that’s just one of the ways it helps protect the environment, making it one of the most eco-friendly places in Latin America. Set in 86 acres of lush jungle,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/646.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 19 Dec 2011 09:45:00 +0000With snow falling in London and all over the UK, Scotland could well be a contender as one of the top Christmas and New Year holiday spots this year. Shared ownership at ski resorts is growing, with the US leading the way although there are more and more swish ski developments in France, Italy, Switzerland and Canada which offer vacation ownership or fractional shares. GoTimeshare spotlights..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/645.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Dec 2011 14:22:00 +0000Walt Disney World in Orlando is getting bigger. Giant leisure brand Disney – also one of the world’s largest timeshare resort managers – have just announced that another leading hotelier and shared ownership specialist, Four Seasons, will be opening at Disney’s Orlando theme park in 2014. Building has already begun and the luxury resort will be located in the enclave of..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/644.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Dec 2011 13:50:00 +0000YouGov’s latest survey shows quite clearly that Britons are not ready to give up on what some may term a “luxury”. A winter sunshine boost after Christmas, or a well deserved summer escape are psychologically more of a necessity than a luxury, the survey reveals. The positive emotional and health benefits of holidays – as well as the value for money it offers – are..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/643.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Dec 2011 13:49:00 +0000Numerous new routes due to commence in 2012 are on Ryanair’s website already, and it seems the airline has plans to expand significantly in the Balearic Islands. More Ryanair Flights will be whisking Europeans to Palma, Majorca and Ibiza next year, starting in the spring, with dates and destinations confirmed here: http://www.ryanair.com/en/new-routes Ryanair is expected to announce plans..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/642.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Dec 2011 09:14:00 +0000Travel experts STA Travel have come up with their 2012 must-visit list, spanning Borneo to Buenos Aires. And some of the most popular timeshare destinations are also on the list, including New Zealand, Sydney and new South Wales and Thailand. 1. Vietnam Next year Vietnam will be firmly on the travel radar with new direct flights from the UK into Ho Chi Minh or Hanoi. Ant Stone, STA’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/641.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 14 Dec 2011 17:56:00 +0000According to a poll of over 20,000 people by a travel club this month, only 14 per cent of Britons plan to cut back on holiday spending next year. Despite the economic climate, 33 per cent of those surveyed said they intend to splash out even more on their holidays in 2012, with Portugal the top choice for bookings with the travel club next year. In addition, the survey says 90 per cent of respondents..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/640.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 14 Dec 2011 17:48:00 +0000The UK is under amber weather alerts as snow and gales are forecast for the rest of this week, when a powerful winter storm is due to hit southern and west England on Thursday. The Met Office is warning that southern UK regions may get a repeat of the snow and storms that ravaged Scotland and northern England towards the end of last week, but this time more snow is expected – up to 10cm deep. Snow..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/639.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 14 Dec 2011 17:45:00 +0000Over forty British and international journalists flew into Catania, Sicily, recently to watch the final days testing of EasyJet’s state of the art Airborne Volcanic Object Imaging Detector system, “AVOID”. The carrier has completed two weeks of intensive testing in Sicily where a specially fitted Flight Design CT microlight aircraft flew over Mount Etna, the most active volcano..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/637.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 13 Dec 2011 10:36:00 +0000Chinese visitors are at the heart of a plan to build a luxury tourist village deep in rural south west Wales at Pantglass Hall according to China-based Maxhard Ltd. The development, near Llandeilo, would be “marketed to a select international clientele” and would feature a 92-bed hotel, 80 holiday homes with a pool on a 22 acre site in Carmarthenshire. Pantglas Hall, which is a well..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/636.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 08 Dec 2011 08:13:00 +0000Hilton, the most recognised name in the hotel world worldwide, and one of the leaders in vacation ownership, says it expects to open 20 new properties in the UK by 2014. That’s as well as a number of converted properties which are joining Hilton’s portfolio following its acquisition of Mint Hotels. 12 new properties so far have been announced in the UK and most will go by the Hampton..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/635.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 07 Dec 2011 14:21:00 +0000The American Resort Development Association’s second installment of a new series “Timeshare Fans" of the Month, features leading shared ownership hotel group Hilton Grand Vacations. In the series, owners explain why they’re happy with their timeshare purchases and love the shared ownership lifestyle. Hilton Grand Vacations quizzed its international owners while they were..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/634.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 07 Dec 2011 14:19:00 +0000EasyJet passengers flying to or from France are being asked to check their flight status by the airline today due to a cabin crew strike in operation. French cabin crew unions UNAC and SNPSC decided to walk out yesterday due to a dispute with the airline, and the action starts today. EasyJet says it’s “taking every possible step” to ensure normal operations but added, “it..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/633.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 01 Dec 2011 13:39:00 +0000The widely publicised strike action by UK Border Agency yesterday which was part of the general UK public sector day of protest, caused fewer problems than anticipated and certainly not the 12 hour long delays at immigration that passengers had feared. Referring to the strike yesterday, Prime Minister David Cameron dismissed it as “a damp squib”. One in three public sector workers turned..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/632.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 01 Dec 2011 13:36:00 +0000AMR Corporation has made a voluntary filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganisation, although the airline is expected to continue flying. American serves 260 cities through a network that expands to 50 countries. The company said it will honour bookings as usual and that its code shares and Frequent Flyer Programme aren’t affected in any way by the move. "We are committed to maintaining..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/631.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 30 Nov 2011 08:31:00 +0000Strike action by teachers, hospital, transport and UK border control staff, among others, will impact a vast range of services on Wednesday November 30th. One MP is even calling for Heathrow airport to be closed for the day, but Home Office minister Lord Henley says border control will remain tight despite staff shortage problems as contingency plans to draft in contractors and temporary fill-in staff..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/630.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 29 Nov 2011 18:07:00 +0000Interval International’s 15th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive and Decorating Contest took place recently. The event has become an important fixture on Interval’s calendar, and the drive benefits residents of the City of South Miami. Nearly 60 boxes filled with Thanksgiving holiday foods were donated by employees of the Miami-based global provider of vacation services and distributed..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/629.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 29 Nov 2011 08:07:00 +0000Passengers arriving in the UK on Wednesday November 30th – particularly those arriving by plane – should prepare to face delays, cancellations and “quite possibly chaos” during the Public Sector strike, according to flight search website Skyscanner.net. With UK Border Control agents at London’s main international airports not at their posts on Wednesday, the government..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/628.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 29 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000After years of research, Esteban Bardolet, board member of the Mallorca Tourist Board, estimates that 111 million Britons have visited the Balearic Islands since 1910. Mr Bardolet, who is an economist and the president of the Balearic Association of Journalists and Tourism Writers, has spent years analysing the islands’ visitor statistics and researching tourist numbers for the Tourist Board...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/627.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 28 Nov 2011 15:56:00 +0000Club Meliá by Meliá Hotels International, one of the world’s best-known international vacation membership clubs, has been given the prestigious RCI Gold Crown Resort Award for its member resorts in Cancun, Cozumel, and Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and also Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The leading vacation ownership resort group has locations in the Caribbean, Mexico, Central..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/626.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 28 Nov 2011 08:28:00 +0000Heathrow Airport has asked airlines to halve the capacity on their incoming international flights on Wednesday - such is the concern about how the airport will be able to cope when immigration control workers don’t show up for work during the UK’s public sector strike mid week. The UK’s tourism industry could be significantly affected if Wednesday’s strike action is as powerful..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/625.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 28 Nov 2011 08:22:00 +0000A petition was made on 30th September 2011 by the Secretary of State for Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) to close down seven Club Class companies, detailed below. These companies are linked to ITRA, an organization whose activities arewell-known both to RDO’s enforcement department and to consumer bodies such as TATOC, the UK based association for timeshare owners. Club Class companies..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/623.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 24 Nov 2011 12:11:00 +0000Portuguese workers are striking across the country today to protest against austerity measures and more than 470 international flights could be cancelled due to the action. EasyJet has already had to cancel almost 50 flights and Ryanair cancelled 42 from across Europe. Airports affected include Lisbon, Faro, Porto and Funchal in Madeira. Tap Air Portugal, the country’s national airline,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/624.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 24 Nov 2011 10:20:00 +0000FutureBrand have named Canada the No.1 country brand in the world again for the second year running, with Switzerland in second place. (If you’re wondering where the UK was ranked, read on…!) Canada has kept its top spot in its 2011 Country Brand Index (CBI) again, the most comprehensive global study of how travellers rate and perceive countries around the world. The rankings are based..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/622.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 23 Nov 2011 11:53:00 +0000The most important golf trade event of the year, the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) will be coming to the Tivoli Marina Hotel in Vilamoura next year. IGTM 2012 will be the 15th edition of this premier global event for golf tourism suppliers, buyers and media and takes place from November 12th–15th 2012. Like its neighbour the Costa del Sol, the Algarve has evolved into one of the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/621.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 22 Nov 2011 09:34:00 +0000Following unrest in Tahrir Square and the downtown area of Cairo, the UK Foreign Office has not yet issued any travel restrictions, however it has posted updated news on its website: www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/travel-advice-by-country/middle-east-north-africa/egypt The website states, “There are ongoing violent confrontations between security forces and demonstrators in Tahrir..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/620.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 22 Nov 2011 08:57:00 +0000Save the date! Monday 11 June will be a highlight on the shared ownership calendar next year, when teams tee off for the 2012 Christel House Golf charity tournament for the tenth year running. Next year, a new venue will host the Christel House Charity Golf tournament which, in association with RCI, has been fundraising for international charity Christel House with its near legendary golf events..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/619.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 22 Nov 2011 08:52:00 +0000Virgin Atlantic passengers can now “tweet” their flight number and departure date to @VAAInfo and will receive up-to-date information on their flight. The new service is available at www.twitter.com/VAAInfo – passengers just tweet the flight they wish to receive information – for example: “@VAAInfo VS3 3110”, and will receive a reply along the lines of: “@RogerFlysalot..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/618.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 21 Nov 2011 16:11:00 +0000Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) says 97 per cent of tourist attractions nationwide are safe from floods. The British Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is no longer advising against “all but essential” travel to Thailand which hit Bangkok and many surrounding areas, as the situation eases and tourists are encouraged to visit the main attractions. In a statement issued by..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/617.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 21 Nov 2011 08:45:00 +0000Over 100 flights have been cancelled due to dense fog at Heathrow and also London City Airport and the Met Office says conditions may persist today. Passengers are advised to check the airports’ and airlines’ websites before flying. A Met Office spokesman said: "We have seen quite dense fog in the south east and east of England today and over night we expect that to become more..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/616.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 21 Nov 2011 08:39:00 +0000The sun-drenched island of Tenerife and Switzerland’s chic ski capital Geneva couldn’t be more different, but both are shaping up to be the most visited destinations for Britons looking for a winter break, according to car hire comparison site carehiremarket.com. Based on car hire bookings to date for December 2011 and January 2012, the two destinations most in demand are Tenerife and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/615.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 21 Nov 2011 08:24:00 +0000Swissport’s impromptu strike earlier this week is over and Paphos airport is now operating normally, reports Hermes Airports PR manager Adamos Aspris. “There was a stoppage but this is now over. Hermes Airports wishes to reiterate its regret to the traveling public about the difficulties and inconvenience suffered as a result of yesterday's spontaneous strike by Swissport employees,"..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/614.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 18 Nov 2011 14:23:00 +0000Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary and Willie Walsh, Chief Executive of British Airways, are in London today to put pressure on the UK government to scrap Air Passenger Duty. Virgin and EasyJet also want the tax to go, arguing that the knock on effect impacts UK jobs, visitors numbers to UK, making the UK a less attractive destinations. “This tax is hugely damaging and must be axed,”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/613.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 17 Nov 2011 12:56:00 +0000Planes, trains and local transportation personnel will be taking part in a general strike in Italy for 24 hours which ends tonight. Planes, trains, ferries and some shipping schedules will all be affected. EasyJet is warning passengers that the strike action will affect air traffic control and passengers are advised to check their flight status on www.easyjet.com before travelling. On September..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/612.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 17 Nov 2011 12:54:00 +0000Starting next spring, EasyJet will be trialling a new seat reservation option on certain flights, where passengers can pre-book their seats and avoid the “open seating” system. Currently, EasyJet does offer speedy boarding and priority boarding for families with young children or those who may have mobility problems. The price of booking a seat, and the actual routes the service will..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/611.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 17 Nov 2011 08:49:00 +0000Cheapflights.co.uk recently surveyed 15,124 Brits about their travel habits and the results confirm that travel is still very much a priority despite the economic doom and gloom. Similarly, timeshare owners are taking advantage of their weeks abroad, with ski trips and beach escapes to sun spots like the Canary Islands also in demand this year. An astonishing 83% of those surveyed by Cheap Flights..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/610.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 16 Nov 2011 09:04:00 +0000With a nip in the air at night, and time to turn the heating on, it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. Christmas markets really capture the spirit of the season – best enjoyed with a good glug of gluhwein – and have been lighting up winter nights since the Middle Ages. Some of Europe’s oldest main and market squares still host the markets, which usually begin around..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/609.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 14 Nov 2011 17:16:00 +0000One of South Africa’s best known natural wonders, Table Mountain, has been named as one of the New7Wonders of Nature along with the Amazon, Halong Bay, Iguazu Falls, Jeju Island, Komodo, and Puerto Princesa Underground River. In 2008, the New7Wonders Foundation earmarked Table Mountain as one of 440 outstanding natural sites and after reaching a shortlist of just 28 global natural wonders,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/608.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 14 Nov 2011 09:03:00 +0000CLC Leisure, a new division of Club La Costa World Resorts & Hotels created to sell selected inventory through tour operators, online travel agencies and independent agents, launched at the World Travel Market in London showcasing the company’s new flagship resort in Turkey: Kusadasi Golf & Spa. Club La Costa’s celebrity ambassador, TV broadcaster and journalist Jennie Bond, joined..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/607.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 11 Nov 2011 11:55:00 +0000“Slimma” – Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico and Argentina – are the travel destinations to watch in 2012, according to news from the World Travel Market in London this week. The industry’s most important conference reveals these are the new countries to watch, following last year’s prediction that the “Brics” group – Brazil, Russia, India,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/606.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 11 Nov 2011 08:59:00 +0000When commercial jet travel took off in the ‘50s, holidays were about sun, sand and a hotel room - preferably a few warm, sandy steps from the shoreline. It was ‘goodbye Southend, hello Spain’ as those who could afford to began to fly off to “foreign” shores for their holidays in search of guaranteed summer sun. As vacation ownership continues to evolve, and holiday..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/605.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 11 Nov 2011 08:43:00 +0000A 5.6-magnitude earthquake has killed at least seven people in eastern Turkey, and trapped many more under collapsed buildings. The BBC reports that about 20 buildings have collapsed, including two hotels. One of them was the Bayram Hotel, Van's six-storey landmark hotel where dozens of aid workers and journalists were staying. Latest reports say 23 people have been rescued alive but up to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/604.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 10 Nov 2011 11:50:00 +0000A recent survey by Netflights.com shows that despite recent doubts over the authenticity of online travel and hotel reviews, over 75% of UK travellers flying long haul do believe online reviews. Despite the fact that TripAdvisor and a recent Channel 4 documentary questioning whether or not all reviews can be trusted have both been making headlines in the travel news lately, regarding doubts that..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/603.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 10 Nov 2011 09:26:00 +0000 Timeshare has evolved from a rigid system in which a buyer buys a right to a fixed time period in a dedicated apartment or villa in a resort to the ultimate in flexibility, which is Points. Points Clubs are established by the Developer, who sells unsold Points to new and existing members. A Management company will be appointed to provide reservation facilities and to look after the resorts that..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/374.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:14:00 +0000 Timeshare has evolved from a rigid system in which a buyer buys a right to a fixed time period in a dedicated apartment or villa in a resort to the ultimate in flexibility, which is Points. Points Clubs are established by the Developer, who sells unsold Points to new and existing members. A Management company will be appointed to provide reservation facilities and to look after the resorts that..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/288.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:05:00 +0000 A listing of commonly-used terms relevant to the timeshare industry. An annual meeting of owners at a resort deals with matters such as the resort’s operational budget, the adoption of accounts, the appointment of officers, and any other related business. Detailed provisions relating to the calling of such meetings can usually be found in the club’s constitution. APR The Annual..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/371.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:03:00 +0000 RDO Head office RDO aibsl Rond Point Schuman 6/5 B 1040 Brussels Belgium Email: info@rdo.org Website: www.rdo.org We regret that our offices are not open to the general public. All enquiries should be made to our consumer services department by email on info@rdo.org or by post to the address above. Contact RDO if you wish to check if a company is a member, if you have a query about..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/274.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:02:00 +0000 Our timeshare will always hold a special place in my heart . . . It is the place where I spent my first ever holiday with my Husband. It is the place where he asked me to marry him just 2 weeks after us meeting –I blamed the Sangria in the pool bar! Or was it too much sun! It is the place where we got engaged 3 months later, and where we returned for our honeymoon, bringing all..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/121.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:01:00 +0000 RDO is the pan-European trade association representing the timeshare and fractional industry as well as all other vacation ownership concepts such as private residence clubs, condo hotels and destination clubs. Formerly known as OTE, it changed its name to RDO in March 2009. Funded by its membership, which includes resort developers, exchange companies, trustees, management companies, resale..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/408.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:01:00 +0000 Since moving to France almost 3 years ago we have celebrated my husband’s birthday in March with a week at Marina Baie des Anges near Nice. What a beautiful resort this is. The Marina is a delight to the eye and the location is so convenient for exploring the Côte d’Azur in both directions. We particularly enjoy spending an afternoon in Menton shopping in the old town where you..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/123.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000 We had another great week at Laugharne Park at the end of October. The team made us feel very welcome and relaxed. We’d only been there an hour when Jeremy (a fellow Yorkshireman) came to introduce himself and welcome us to the resort. He knew the surrounding area and was able to guide us on places to see and visit. Our accommodation was first class and had a wonderful view over the Taf..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/115.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000 Ok, where do I start? Write a holiday review me? Should I write it like a romantic novel? “He whisked me into the fine dining Jazz restaurant, where we sampled exquisite food and wine and then . . .” or maybe a whodunnit? “The Otter, in the Fish pond, with his paws!". Perhaps I could plump for the slap stick comedy version and name it, “Two Adults, Two Kids,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/125.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000 Holidaymaker Erik Smith, recently spent a week with his family at Orange Lake Resorts in Orlando Orange Lake Resorts in Orlando is one of the best timeshare opportunities in Florida and is just a stone’s throw from Disney World’s Magic Kingdom® theme park. In fact a 15 minute car ride will take you to its very gates, with Universal Studios being just a 30 minute ride away too!..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/116.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:59:00 +0000 We receive many comments about people's timeshare holidays and stays - the massive majority good. Here are some comments that have passed across our desk recently . . . "Over the years we have used our banked weeks in many ways. Walking in the mountains of Germany, Austria and Switzerland has kept us fit and healthy and provided us with magnificent scenery, trips on lakes, buses and trains...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/117.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:59:00 +0000Our magical week at Orange Lake Resorts, Orlando Harry Potter Wizarding World First impressions? The sweeping driveways, manicured lawns and tantalising glimpses of swimming pools and water slides were a sharp contrast to the damp and grey London we left behind earlier that day. Not that we dislike London, but it can be a bit dreary at times and a holiday with guaranteed sunshine can give you that..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/114.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:59:00 +0000 Timeshare has a very high satisfaction rating amongst owners. Read some of the feedback received . . . Timeshare Owner testimonials taken from the OTE questionnaire May 2006: "Time share has worked for all of our family for over 20 years. It is a hassle free way to holiday anywhere in the world. TIME SHARE is the answer for those with TIME SPARE." "We can honestly say it..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/119.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:58:00 +0000 The term fractional ownership is not very familiar to most people here in Europe and readers could be forgiven for wondering what on earth it means. In fact, fractional ownership has been well-known in the US for twenty years but is now spreading rapidly around the globe as a means to enable people to buy a slice of luxury for their holidays. You may have plenty of cash to splash out on a second..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/273.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:54:00 +0000 The term fractional ownership is not very familiar to most people here in Europe and readers could be forgiven for wondering what on earth it means. In fact, fractional ownership has been well-known in the US for twenty years but is now spreading rapidly around the globe as a means to enable people to buy a slice of luxury for their holidays. You may have plenty of cash to splash out on a second..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/373.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:54:00 +0000 Some key facts and figures about Timeshare * There are close to 7 million timeshare owners worldwide, 1.45 million of whom live in Europe * The average timeshare owner is a mature and experienced traveller, taking at least 3 holidays a year * Over 200 families buy timeshare in Europe every day – that’s 80,000 a year * There are 5,500 timeshare resorts worldwide and 1,500..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/372.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:53:00 +0000 Timeshare: A thriving industry which makes a positive impact on local economies all over Europe There are over 1.5 million timeshare owners in Europe and the vast majority *(87%) are happy with their holidays, with almost three quarters thinking that their timeshare accommodation is better than other self-catering holidays they have taken, with quality of accommodation the most important consideration..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/370.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:53:00 +0000 Timeshare: A thriving industry which makes a positive impact on local economies all over Europe There are over 1.5 million timeshare owners in Europe and the vast majority *(87%) are happy with their holidays, with almost three quarters thinking that their timeshare accommodation is better than other self-catering holidays they have taken, with quality of accommodation the most important consideration..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/292.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:53:00 +0000 5 Reasons Why Timeshare is the Family-Friendly Holiday Option The outdated image of the retired American timeshare couple faded years ago. Young families with school age children are finding that timeshare ticks a lot of boxes when it comes to everyone getting a good break. As leading developers build new resorts in Britain or “winter warmer” destinations like South Africa, Dubai..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/367.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:52:00 +0000 Perhaps a friend has recommended their resort to you, you’ve been invited to a presentation or have received an offer of a few days’ accommodation at a resort - you’ll now be looking for some background information about timeshare before you go ahead. It is an extremely popular way of taking holidays and today around one and a half million families in Europe own timeshare. With..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/368.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:52:00 +0000 The Trustee system is highly sophisticated and refined; it offers numerous advantages to both the resort developer and the purchaser, giving security and credibility to the product, as well as playing a key role in the industry. The aim of a trustee system is to give complete legal security to the purchaser in respect of the rights of occupancy they have acquired in timeshare or fractional accommodation...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/369.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:52:00 +0000 From its small, Swiss beginnings to the major global industry it is now, timeshare has come a long way since the days of “same week, same location.” So much so, the hardest part of booking next year’s holiday might be simply deciding where to go next. Timeshare is almost fifty years old, but contrary to popular belief it all started in Switzerland, not the US. Five decades..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/324.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:51:00 +0000 From its small, Swiss beginnings to the major global industry it is now, timeshare has come a long way since the days of “same week, same location.” So much so, the hardest part of booking next year’s holiday might be simply deciding where to go next. Timeshare is almost fifty years old, but contrary to popular belief it all started in Switzerland, not the US. Five decades..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/366.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:51:00 +0000 5 Reasons Why Timeshare is the Family-Friendly Holiday Option The outdated image of the retired American timeshare couple faded years ago. Young families with school age children are finding that timeshare ticks a lot of boxes when it comes to everyone getting a good break. As leading developers build new resorts in Britain or “winter warmer” destinations like South Africa, Dubai..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/212.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:51:00 +0000From its small, Swiss beginnings to the major global industry it is now, timeshare has come a long way since the days of “same week, same location.” So much so, the hardest part of booking next year’s holiday might be simply deciding where to go next. Timeshare is almost fifty years old, but contrary to popular belief it all started in Switzerland, not the US. Five decades later,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/230.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:50:00 +0000 1. Quality - timeshare offers superior accommodation at top of the range resorts with excellent on-site facilities such as golf courses, leisure complexes, tennis courts and spas. In fact, a 2006 survey amongst timeshare owners showed that 96% of owners say that timeshare is better than other self catering holidays 2. More than just a hotel room – timeshare accommodation tends to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/364.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:50:00 +0000 What is timeshare? Timeshare means buying the right to spend a set period in a holiday property each year for three years or longer. Most timeshare resorts are linked to an exchange organisation that offers to arrange exchanges, for a fee, with owners in other resorts. There are many names for timeshare including holiday ownership, vacation ownership, fractional ownership, shared ownership and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/365.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:50:00 +0000 The Timeshare Association (Timeshare Owners and Committees) Ltd is a limited company that was formed in 1989 predominately as a networking group for members of timeshare owners committees. Its original objectives are more relevant today than before. These are as follows: * To promote the maintenance of high quality standards of facilities and amenities, and to encourage the efficient management..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/343.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:49:00 +0000 If you need any timeshare help, advice or information on how to buy or sell timeshare or require assistance with a timeshare or holiday club matter, the following two organisations provide a free of charge timeshare consumer advice service to members of the public: RDO (Resort Development Organisation), the European trade body for timeshare, offers advice to buyers and sellers of timeshare and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/338.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:48:00 +0000 A time will eventually come when you will decide to dispose of you timeshare or points, perhaps because you or your family are too elderly or infirm to travel or your personal circumstances have changed. Here are the steps that you might consider in selling your timeshare. Your first step should be to check to see if your resort or developer offers a resale service. If it does not, you have a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/340.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:47:00 +0000 People aren't complaining about Timeshare scams. Instead they are confusing the regulated and established Timeshare system with the shady world of the Holiday Pack or Discount For most of the world’s 6.7 million Timeshare owners, the purchase of a Timeshare unit represents a wise investment in their future holidays. High quality accommodation, high levels of flexibility, almost limitless..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/376.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:46:00 +0000Timeshare is a form of holiday ownership - you buy the right to spend a week or more at a holiday property for a minimum of 3 years. You can either buy at a fixed time of year at a certain resort or you may wish to consider buying ‘points’ which you can trade in to take mini breaks at a variety of destinations, giving you extra flexibility on your holiday options. Owners rate their holidays..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/127.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:46:00 +0000 The Concept The timeshare industry is over 30 years old, and generates revenues of over $9.4bn per annum. Today, there are 6.7 million timeshare owners worldwide, of which over one and a half million reside in Europe alone. Yet few realise the extent of timeshare's contribution to the economies of Europe and to providing all year round tourism and employment. The modern timeshare concept provides..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/77.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:46:00 +0000 Useful information about how RDO protects consumers, and where to get news, consumer advice and updates on the latest developments in the timeshare industry. What is RDO? The Resort Development Organisation (RDO) was established following the decision by the European Timeshare Federation in February 1998 to integrate all national timeshare trade assocations across Europe into one official..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/409.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 13:45:00 +0000Oceania Cruises’ new 1,250-guest cruise liner Riviera will be treated to one of the most glamorous send offs ever, when she’s christened in Monte Carlo next spring. The lavish, invitation-only gala ceremony on April 19 will take place on the pier at Monaco’s Port Hercules in the south of France. The pier area will be transformed into a garden with trellises of fresh flowers, plants..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/602.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 10:50:00 +0000Europe’s original timeshare pioneers Hapimag, who launched the vacation ownership concept in the 1960s, have reported high occupancy rates at their international resorts, with strong demand over the summer. Destinations such as La Madrague in Provence, Paguera in Mallorca and Hapimag’s newly opened city residence in Dresden, Germany, proved particularly popular this summer and its Swiss..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/601.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 10:47:00 +0000One of the busiest airports in the world, servicing one of the fastest-growing timeshare and fractional ownership destinations, Dubai, is the very first airport anywhere in the world to install “SnoozeCubes”. Transit passengers flying through Dubai International Airport who want some privacy or are in need of a nap after a long journey can now catch some rest by staying in a 'SnoozeCube'. A..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/600.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 09 Nov 2011 10:44:00 +0000Resort Development Organisation member (www.RDO.org) and RCI affiliate the Absolute World Group, which specialises in luxury shared ownership developments in Asia, won a Silver Award in the Worldwide Developer of the Year category at the OPP Awards for Excellence at the Property Investor Show & OPP Live at London’s ExCeL exhibition centre recently Absolute’s developments include..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/599.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 02 Nov 2011 14:52:00 +0000The crème de la crème of luxury Caribbean resorts scooped multiple awards at the WTA recently, dubbed “the Oscars of the Travel Agency”. The event was held at Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort & Private Island in Montego Bay last month. VIPs and top travel industry executives were there for the fifth and final leg of the prestigious Awards which culminate in a gala ceremony..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/598.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 01 Nov 2011 08:38:00 +0000A popular resort group in the Dominican Republic, Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club (LHVC), has entered an alliance agreement with one of the world’s leading hoteliers and vacation ownership brands, The Pestana Group. Pestana who are Portuguese-based but have hotels in Brazil, the UK and other locations all over the world, have confirmed the new agreement will mean LHVC members can now stay..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/597.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 31 Oct 2011 11:10:00 +0000Following an unprecedented move by Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce over the weekend to ground the airline’s entire worldwide fleet and lock out union workers in a dispute following layoffs, Qantas is confirming today that “all domestic and international services have resumed from mid-afternoon on Monday 31 October.” FAIR Work Australia has terminated the chaotic industrial action..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/596.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 31 Oct 2011 11:00:00 +0000Following an unprecedented move by Qantas chief executive Alan Joyce over the weekend to ground the airline’s entire worldwide fleet and lock out union workers in a dispute following layoffs, Qantas is confirming today that “all domestic and international services have resumed from mid-afternoon on Monday 31 October.” FAIR Work Australia has terminated the chaotic industrial..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/595.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 31 Oct 2011 10:58:00 +0000At least sixteen of the top hotel groups in the world, including major brands with timeshare divisions such as Hilton, Marriott, Melia, Starwood and Accor are working together to develop an important new industry security framework for handling sensitive credit card data. The new framework is being overseen by the working group Hotel Technology Next Generation (HTNG) with the aim of dramatically..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/594.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 28 Oct 2011 09:46:00 +0000Florida-based Club Meliá, the international vacation membership division of the Sol Melia Hotel Group has announced that its latest member resort, Paradisus Playa del Carmen La Esmeralda, will open in mid-December on Mexico’s Riviera Maya. The new Club Meliá Member Resort features one and two-bedroom suites amidst an extensive family resort complex with 12 restaurants and 10..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/593.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 28 Oct 2011 09:38:00 +0000Leading exchange organisation Interval International has revealed that the vast majority of its US resident members surveyed recently are satisfied with their timeshare ownership. The average family owns almost two weeks of shared ownership holidays (1.9 weeks) in a two-bed self-catering apartment and normally travels on average 22 nights a year for leisure purposes. The survey indicates a “bullish”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/592.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 26 Oct 2011 14:14:00 +0000Hurricane Rina is threatening to hit the Mexican coastline as it nears landfall near the tourist hotspot of Cozumel in Mexico. Tourists are already being evacuated and cruise ships in the Caribbean are having to change course as the Category 2 storm blows through the region. The hurricane is gaining strength and has reached speeds of up to 110 mph and fears are growing as it’s on course to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/591.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 26 Oct 2011 10:53:00 +0000If you’re travelling abroad at half term, escaping to your timeshare resort for the Christmas holidays, taking a new year’s break or off skiing in January, it’s worth knowing the ins and outs of how to make your pounds go further abroad. In fact, the recent Consumer Focus’ super complaint to the OFT over foreign currency dealers’ unscrupulous charges specifically highlights..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/590.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 25 Oct 2011 08:31:00 +0000It’s an American favourite and a top “staycation” destination…now Scottish tourism is set for a big boost at next year’s VisitScotland Expo. When it returns to Edinburgh on April 25-26 next year after a five year absence, the Royal Highland Centre show is expected to generate a whopping £1.7 million for the capital’s economy. This year’s event was..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/589.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 24 Oct 2011 16:12:00 +0000A 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Turkey has killed over 200 people. The quake which struck the east of the country on Sunday did not affect a major tourist area, although the death toll could be very high and there are fears that up to 1,000 people could have died due to low housing standards and the force of the quake. In the USA, scientists recorded over one hundred aftershocks in eastern Turkey..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/588.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 24 Oct 2011 12:30:00 +0000Last month we featured the Hilton As Cascais in Vilamoura, Portugal, the Palmyra Resort in Jamaica, the Rimondi Grand in Crete, the Apollonium Spa & Beach Resort in Turkey and the Radisson Blu in Malta (if you missed Part 1 of our spa special you can read it here This month, we highlight a new Algarve resort Martinhal Beach, which is one of the latest members of the exclusive Registry Collection..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/587.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 24 Oct 2011 08:16:00 +0000EasyJet and Monarch have launched two new flights to Crete and Barcelona respectively, servicing the two popular timeshare destinations. Both new routes are bookable online as of this week. Luton to Heraklion once a week EasyJet will launch its new route from Luton airport to Heraklion in Crete for the first time, commencing late April 2012. The once weekly flight further expands the airline’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/586.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 21 Oct 2011 14:14:00 +0000We have heard reports that a company called Landmark Portfolio Investments Pte Ltd based in Singapore, is making claims that it is affiliated to RDO, the Resort Development Organisation. Members of the public should be aware that this company is in no way associated with RDO and should seek legal advice before signing any paperwork or making any payments to this company.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/585.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 21 Oct 2011 14:03:00 +0000CBC International, one of the UK’s most successful collection agencies, has become a TATOC silver affiliate. CBC International has worked within the timeshare sector for several years handling the collection of annual maintenance fees and finance charges. The team works closely with resorts, management companies and developers to ensure payments are made in time. “In this way, quality..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/584.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 20 Oct 2011 15:56:00 +0000Joanna Lumley’s new ITV series Greek Odyssey may prove to be an “absolutely fabulous” boost for Greek tourism. The series kicked off on Thursday 13 October (9pm) and Lumley will be taking us on an odyssey through history and across Greece, including spotlighting the variety of the Greek islands, exploring the parts of Greece many sun-and-sand holidays don’t reach. She visits..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/583.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 20 Oct 2011 15:25:00 +0000In a new survey, TripAdvisor has revealed that 48% of Britons work while on holiday, checking office or work-related emails from the sun lounger. The percentage is up 10% compared to last year’ 38% and the survey shows that Britain’s hardworking holidaymakers are also not always taking the full holiday time they’re entitled to - 31% of respondents admitted they don't always take..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/582.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 19 Oct 2011 11:12:00 +0000Istanbul is set to get a brand new Wyndham Hotel when the 306-room Wyndham Petek Istanbul opens next autumn. One of the highlights will be a spa and fitness centre with indoor pool and the hotel’s ballroom will be available for celebratory occasions and corporate business conferences. Guests will be able to use free transfers to and from the five-star hotel, which is located around 7kms from..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/581.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 18 Oct 2011 16:22:00 +0000Spanish-based international hotel group Melia, whose Club Melia vacation club is one of the world’s most popular, has a new property which just opened this month in Zanzibar. The resort lies on a 100-acre estate with a private beach in the northeast of the island, and five star highlights include seven villas – all with their very own private pools and gardens - and 100 rooms with lounges,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/580.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 18 Oct 2011 16:18:00 +0000A proposal for a high-speed rail link between Heathrow and Gatwick which in theory will combine the airports into a single hub christened Heathwick has been slammed by airlines. It’s one of a series of ideas the government is considering implementing to deal with airport capacity issues, following its announcement that there will be no new runways for Heathrow, Gatwick or Stansted. The “Heathwick”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/579.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 14 Oct 2011 12:33:00 +0000The luxury resort, Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Malta Golden Sands has achieved TATOC’s prestigious accreditation award. The resort is one of Malta’s quintessential five star hotels with a 90-metre outdoor lagoon pool and direct access to the private fully serviced sandy beach. Within the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa is the Island Residence Club (Interval International) as well as..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/578.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 13 Oct 2011 13:48:00 +0000Interval International has announced the expansion of its affiliation with King’s Creek Plantation LLC. The multi-year contract broadens the relationship established more than a decade ago and comprises all three phases of King’s Creek Plantation in Williamsburg, Virginia, as well as properties developed during the term of the agreement. Owners who enroll in Club Explore can convert..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/577.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 13 Oct 2011 13:46:00 +0000A recent survey by Skyscanner reveals 23% of British families would rather travel abroad in October if they can, which explains why Dubai and Abu Dhabi come into their own at this time of year with an unprecedented number of flight searches for both destinations kicking in this month. During Dubai’s property boom, timeshare and fractional developments in the Middle East have mushroomed at a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/576.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 13 Oct 2011 13:44:00 +0000The Registry Collection, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE: WYN) family of brands, has already welcomed 14 newly affiliated resorts since the beginning of 2011, including 10 new affiliations in the US and Caribbean. “These new luxurious properties in sought-after destinations around the world are wonderful additions to our network and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/575.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 10 Oct 2011 12:49:00 +0000Chefs representing hotels from across Hilton’s MEA region will soon be cooking up a storm at the competition’s grand final to be staged at the Conrad Cairo in Egypt this week. Three shortlisted finalists, Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa, Jeddah Hilton in Saudi Arabia and Conrad Cairo will be competing in Hilton’s own “Masterchef” style competition, having..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/574.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 10 Oct 2011 12:43:00 +0000EasyJet is adding to its Paris Orly, Paris Charles de Gaulle and Lyon bases with two new French bases operational as from next year. Toulouse and Nice will join the low cost carrier’s French bases in time for summer 2012 schedules. EasyJet will house two A319 aircraft at both airports, enabling five new routes from Nice to destinations including Toulouse, Nantes and Bordeaux, and five more..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/573.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 10 Oct 2011 12:41:00 +0000Members of the exchange company RCI report that they have been telephoned by persons from GC Resorts who state falsely that they are calling from RCI. GC Resorts (also known as Gran Canaria Resorts) appears to be active in Gran Canaria and Tenerife. RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with GC Resorts. Any claim by GC Resorts (or their employees) that they..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/572.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 11:04:00 +0000 The exchange company RCI continues to receive reports from some of its Members that they have been contacted by persons claiming to represent the above related organisations who falsely represent that they are linked to RCI or that they are actually calling from RCI. RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with any of the above organisations. Any claim by..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/350.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 09:49:00 +0000Fact - the vast majority of fraud or deceptive activity is not carried out by timeshare companies, but by companies operating on the fringes of the industry – usually bogus resale companies, holiday clubs or even self styled ‘class action’ schemes. These companies are becoming more and more prevalent and are causing owners to lose considerable sums of money. Given the serious nature..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/361.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 09:48:00 +0000Last week’s RDO2 Resort Development Conference in Marbella last week produced opportunities for learning and networking as experts and delegates “mapped the future” of the shared ownership industry during a very successful two and a half days in a very sun-soaked Marbella. As Dave Thackeray reports in RCI Ventures this week on www.RCIVentures.com, one of RDO’s guest speakers..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/571.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:50:00 +0000It’s a must-read for anyone considering buying a timeshare or fractional, and it’s great guide for resort developers and operators. The first ever Shared Holiday Ownership Handbook was put together by two of the industry’s leading lights - RCI and The Registry Collection. They have compiled the definitive guide to shared ownership in a 52-page publication called Creating Opportunity..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/570.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:45:00 +0000The UK’s largest airline is adding two new services in time for Christmas. The first is Gatwick to the Greek Island of Kefalonia and tickets are on sale from 20th October. The route will run three times a week from 28 April to end of October 2012. Kefalonia is part of the Ionian Islands group (like Corfu) and lies on the western coast of Greece and is well known for its fabulous beaches,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/569.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 04 Oct 2011 08:38:00 +0000Fact - the vast majority of fraud or deceptive activity is not carried out by timeshare companies, but by companies operating on the fringes of the industry – usually bogus resale companies, holiday clubs or even self styled ‘class action’ schemes. These companies are becoming more and more prevalent and are causing owners to lose considerable sums of money. Given the serious nature..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/54.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 03 Oct 2011 22:46:00 +0000Golf tourism has been teeing off big time in the last five years and one of the newest destinations “putting” golf on the map is Thailand. Anyone who’s become addicted to the art of chasing a small white ball around scenic fairways will know how important it is to have a golf course or two close to the resort hotel – or preferably, at it! There are well over 50 million golf..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/568.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 03 Oct 2011 10:01:00 +0000The Foreign Office is advising against all but essential travel to coastal areas within 150km (93 miles) of the Somali border, following a new kidnap – this time a French woman, Marie Dedieu – from a resort near the Kenya-Somali border. A security guard who raised the alarm when 10 armed men stormed into the woman’s bungalow has been arrested in connection with the latest kidnapping. Foreign..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/567.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 03 Oct 2011 07:58:00 +0000Interval International has added Jungle Bay Resort & Spa on Dominica in the West Indies to its exchange network. The mixed-use property was built in accordance with the international sustainable tourism guidelines set by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES). The resort’s 35 treehouse-style cabins are tucked away on a hillside on 55 acres near Morne Trois Pitons National Park, one..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/566.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 30 Sep 2011 08:08:00 +0000Interval International announced the affiliation of Residence Rio Falze in Madonna di Campiglio, a prestigious ski resort in the Italian Dolomites. This destination offers excellent alpine skiing from December through April and is a mecca for hikers from June to September. During the winter season, Residence Rio Falze is within walking distance of cross country skiing and a short drive (via the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/565.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 30 Sep 2011 07:58:00 +0000The RCI Award for Developer Achievement (RADA) programme has recognised Silverpoint’s outstanding success with a number of RADA Distinction awards. The sales team at Silverpoint Leisure took home the awards in acknowledgment of their exceptional performance. The new award programme was launched by RCI to “reward sales and innovation amongst its European affiliates in the timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/564.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 30 Sep 2011 07:43:00 +0000Staff at the ANFI timeshare group in Gran Canaria have been busy cleaning the beach of waste and litter to prep the coast before Christmas. The team were supporting the ANFI CARES project which organises environmental projects to help protect the area as well as raise funds for UNICEF Spain, Manos Unidas and victims of the tsunami in Japan earlier this year. Golf tournaments, beach clean ups..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/563.aspxGo TimeshareSat, 24 Sep 2011 18:49:00 +0000Adding to the company’s current suite of award-winning websites, Silverpoint Leisure has released its new Social Community website. The global leisure company, which has luxury holiday resorts around the world, has created this multi-language portal to enable customers and the general public to engage with the Silverpoint community via Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube all in one convenient place. The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/562.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 23 Sep 2011 12:10:00 +0000Spain’s popular low-cost airline Vueling, which offers 550 national and international routes through its hub at Barcelona, has scooped a Budgie Award. Vueling won an award for its website, vuelingcom, for its ease of use and easy ticket buying facilities and was shortlisted in two other categories. The Budgie Awards recognise the efforts, accomplishments and positive contributions of companies..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/561.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 23 Sep 2011 08:40:00 +0000Prime Minister David Cameron has launched the Britain’s GREAT campaign while in New York this week. Created by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, the campaign will highlight all that’s great about Great Britain and encourage visitors to come to the UK not just for the Olympics, but to study, invest and do business here. “In 2012 there will be only one place to be,”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/560.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 23 Sep 2011 08:27:00 +0000LiveShareTravel, the shared ownership showcase and online magazine has welcomed Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket as a sponsor of its consumer guide to buying timeshare and fractional properties. Phil Watson managing director of Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket said: "It became very clear that LiveShareTravel has a strong passion for both travel and shared ownership and this is something that..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/559.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 22 Sep 2011 09:13:00 +0000Police have ordered residents of the exclusive Roca Llisa development on the south of Ibiza to leave their homes after a forest fire threatened properties in the area. Roca Llisa is best known for its two golf courses – the only two on the south of the island. The fire is still raging in a location near the popular resort of Santa Eulalia and residents had to evacuate in the middle of the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/558.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Sep 2011 16:06:00 +0000RCI has announced an affiliation agreement with Rohit at Copper Point Resort, Ltd. that adds the Copper Point Resort in Invermere, British Columbia to the company’s network of affiliated resorts. Copper Point Resort is an award-winning luxury mountain resort that opened its doors in May 2011 in the Columbia Valley of British Columbia, Canada. Visitors will find this sleek modern alpine retreat..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/557.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Sep 2011 12:07:00 +0000A timeshare rental company in the States has revealed the top ten destinations for timeshare condo rentals this summer. ResorTime.com, based in Carlsbad, California tracked the most popular US destinations for the month of August, based on a combination of bookings and searches. The most in-demand locations were: 1. Carlsbad / Oceanside, CA 2. Anaheim, CA 3. ..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/556.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Sep 2011 12:01:00 +0000Summer may be fading fast in the UK but there are still places to enjoy the last of the summer wine, and sunshine, within a few hours’ flying time of Britain – here are five easy-to-fly-to destinations where the sun will still be shining. Sizzling Seville Seville sizzles in summer and as the Costa del Sol cools down, so does Seville, but it’ll still be much warmer than most..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/555.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Sep 2011 11:38:00 +0000Eurocontrol has issued a warning today that due to restrictions on working by air traffic controllers, travellers to and from Greece may experience widespread flight delays today, Tuesday 20 September. Athens and the Greek islands will be affected and some flights may be forced to re-route. Greek civil servants have announced plans for a new strike on October 6 against austerity cuts, although..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/554.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 20 Sep 2011 11:35:00 +0000What do a gorgeous golf resort in the Algarve, a contemporary beach destination in Turkey and a lush Jamaican getaway all have in common? They’re all top holiday properties managed by the world’s leading timeshare resort operators. We spotlight some of the best winter sun resorts that put the “ahh” into spa. Beautiful scenery, relaxation and unlimited battery recharging..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/553.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Sep 2011 09:49:00 +0000Leading hotel and timeshare group Sol Melia will open one of their most iconic hotels in years, just in time for the London Olympics. The location, at the corner of the Strand and Aldwych in London's theatre land is a landmark for the group because the hotel combines the historic façade of the legendary Marconi House with a new building, mixing history with contemporary comforts. The site..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/552.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 16 Sep 2011 09:16:00 +0000TripAdvisor has removed the wording "reviews you can trust" from its hotel and resort listings site, which includes the world’s most prestigious hotels and spas and many international timeshare resorts. A spokesperson said the move is unrelated to an ongoing investigation by the Advertising Standards Authority (the ASA is looking into complaints from thousands of hoteliers that allege..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/551.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 15 Sep 2011 11:39:00 +0000Interval International has added the Ocean Two Resort and Residences in Barbados to its exchange network. The beachfront resort is situated on the south coast of the island, known for its natural beauty and warm year-round climate. Ocean Two’s 70 residences feature a tropical chic décor, modern furnishings, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops, WiFi high-speed Internet..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/550.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 15 Sep 2011 11:34:00 +0000Europe’s “Oscars of the Travel Industry”, the annual World Travel Awards were held at the Cornelia Diamond Golf Resort & spa in Antalya earlier this month. Turkey is a now a prime timeshare destination, with developers such as Club La Costa expanding into the region. CLC members can holiday at resorts in various locations including a new golf resort at Kusadasi, the Apollonium..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/549.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 14 Sep 2011 15:08:00 +0000Industrial action by Greek air traffic controllers may start at lunchtime this Thursday and run until early evening, followed by another walkout from 3am Saturday until 3am Monday morning. There may be “significant disruption” to flights on the Thursday and the entire weekend, and EasyJet is confirming that they’ll post news on their websites from Wednesday onwards so that passengers..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/548.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 13 Sep 2011 12:34:00 +0000Tuesday September 13th marks opening day for Europe’s largest shopping mall opens in Stratford, East London. The centre “Where East Meets Westfield” is bang on the doorstep of that other new development in the news, Olympic Park. Shoppers will be have over 300 shops, 70 restaurants, a massive 14-screen cinema, three hotels, a bowling alley and the UK’s largest casino, all..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/547.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 13 Sep 2011 12:32:00 +0000The Met Office has issued an upgraded severe weather warning today, as the tail end of Hurricane Katia hits Scotland this evening. Katia’s path looks set to affect northern England and Scotland, and airlines including EasyJet are advising passengers to check the website for any disruptions. http://easyjet.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/3970/~/current-travel-status Hurricane Katia..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/546.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 12 Sep 2011 13:49:00 +0000Still time for last minute registrations to attend Europe’s must-not-miss shared ownership event, RDO2 After an outstanding conference last year, the Resort Development Organisation’s 2011 event, “RDO2 – Mapping The Journey” will be back in Marbella on 26-28 September. The “Mapping The Journey” theme this year will explore the best strategies for companies..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/545.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 09 Sep 2011 10:40:00 +0000Levitin Group has announced the upcoming launch of Timeshare U, the timeshare industry’s first and only online training university. It is the only place where salespeople, managers and marketers can have 24/7 access to educational videos, podcasts, webinars and courses from industry experts in an entertaining and interactive environment. “Industry staff, from new hires to seasoned pros,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/528.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 09 Sep 2011 09:40:00 +0000Aer Lingus will launch 10 new routes as part of its winter schedule for 2011/2012, including an escape-to-the-sun service from Cork to Las Palmas in Gran Canaria. The Gran Canaria flights start Sunday 30th October 2011 flying once weekly. Aer Lingus already services the Canaries and runs scheduled services from Ireland to Lanzarote, Tenerife and Fuerteventura. Also new will be a three times a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/544.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 09 Sep 2011 09:23:00 +0000Points-based timeshare ownership is a clever way to fill the gap between summer and winter, so why not use your points towards a mini-break somewhere different this autumn? Here are 5 places to get away to before winter sets in: Marbella The UK celebrity favourite, Marbella’s blue sky autumns and local festivals make it a great place to escape to for a short break. Why go? Hire a car..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/543.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 09 Sep 2011 09:15:00 +0000Even though summer’s almost over in most parts of Europe, there’s one group of islands where the sun shines all winter. Just west of Morocco and south of Spain, the Canary Islands really come into their own when winter arrives. One of the Canaries, Tenerife, is a fascinating contrast. Dry yet lush, warm but not baking in winter, the island’s climate and very different scenery..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/542.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 08 Sep 2011 14:57:00 +0000Eurostar has launched a free mobile app and now passengers can book journeys on the go and get tickets sent direct to their iPhone or Android device. Passengers who book using the Eurostar App will get an immediate mobile ticket with an electronic barcode which can simply be scanned at check-in, making it a 100% paperless travel ticket. Members of Eurostar’s two loyalty programmes, Frequent..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/541.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 08 Sep 2011 14:46:00 +0000The Post Office Travel Money’s top ten foreign currencies growth table report for summer 2011 reveals an interesting group of destinations which have topped the bill as this summer’s holiday favourites. Mexico, Thailand, Barbados and Australia seem to have led long haul growth during the summer but the rising star in Europe has been Croatia. Croatia beat off its European rivals for..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/540.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 07 Sep 2011 15:36:00 +0000Monarch Airlines’ parent company The Monarch Group has cancelled its order for the much anticipated Boeing Dreamliners. It had ordered six but after a number of rumours circulating recently, it has confirmed it won’t be buying them. Monarch told the press in June that it would focus on expanding its short-haul network. The airline’s new routes include scheduled services to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/539.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 07 Sep 2011 15:18:00 +0000The Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding dress has only been on display at Buckingham Palace since the end of July but visitors have been flocking to catch a glimpse of it in droves. Over 355,000 people have paid to get a look of the world’s most televised bridal gown. Britain has been in the spotlight all year, with highlights such as the Royal Wedding and next year’s Olympics pushing..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/538.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 07 Sep 2011 15:16:00 +0000Major airports operator BAA is accepting bids for Stansted airport along with either Edinburgh or Glasgow, one of which will be sold along with the popular London airport next year. Following a ruling by the Competition Commission, BAA have been told they must sell Stansted and the other Scottish airport, but the BAA has until September 19 to lodge an appeal and will make a decision in the next..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/537.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 05 Sep 2011 12:16:00 +0000Close to the main hotspots but far from the madding crowd, here are some of Malaga’s best kept secrets, well worth a visit on the next tripto Spain’s sunshine coast The Wine Museum (Museo del Vino), Ojen, Marbella You’ll need a car to reach Ojen. It was made famous by a local liqueur and Julio Iglesias has a home here. It’s heaven for nature lovers, set in the mountains..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/536.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 05 Sep 2011 09:43:00 +0000Until now, once you’ve checked in online and printed your own boarding pass, it has been difficult to make changes, but Ryanair has just announced a new policy that allows for changes online or via its telephone reservations for €15 per passenger, per flight. Changes can be made up to 5pm on the evening before the departure date. “Ryanair is pleased to introduce a new passenger..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/535.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 02 Sep 2011 13:21:00 +0000ARDA, the American Resort Development Association, pinpoints five reasons consumers decide to buy timeshare, and they’re a useful starting point for those considering shared ownership as a long term lifestyle. Overall, ARDA highlights five key trains of timeshare timeshare ownership that differentiate it from conventional, one-off holidays: • Value. The typical hotel holiday..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/534.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 02 Sep 2011 09:07:00 +0000The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has issued a stark warning to fans flying out to watch the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand to take care on the country's roads. It says twice as many people die on the roads in New Zealand, per head of population, as in the UK. As thousands of British supporters head down under for the World Cup kick off on September 9, the FCO has issued advice to help them..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/533.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 01 Sep 2011 12:11:00 +0000With less than eleven months now until the opening ceremony of the London Olympics 2012, the final preparations leading up to the sports event the world will be watching next summer are shaping up. London won the bid to host the Olympics back in 2005 and is on track to deliver an unforgettable games which kick off on July 27th. Athlete and LOCOG chair, Sebastian Coe said: “With a year to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/532.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 31 Aug 2011 10:34:00 +0000Colleagues at PR Agency Flagship Consulting which works with companies in the shared ownership industry will be running for charity in Hyde Park on September 11th. Jackie Murphy, Casey Mead and Laetitia Redbond are taking part in the Adidas Women’s 5k Challenge in the royal London park to raise money for Malaria No More and to make the challenge just that bit harder, will be running under..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/531.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 30 Aug 2011 12:35:00 +0000The biggest storm to hit the US east coast in more than fifty years is heading up towards New Jersey and New York, having wreaked havoc in the Bahamas on Thursday, bringing winds of up to 185 km per hour and torrential rain in its wake. Some 65 million people along the east coast, including North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey and New York, will feel its force and the governors of these..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/530.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 26 Aug 2011 11:42:00 +0000Interval International has affiliated Resort Suites at Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa located near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is part of the spectacular 800 acre Sunway Integrated Resort City, which attracts 30 million visitors a year and houses more than 7 million square feet of world-class facilities. The resort's 36 timeshare units are studio apartments with kitchenettes, living, and dining areas..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/529.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 26 Aug 2011 09:57:00 +0000BA has launched its latest sale for flights departing the UK, and passengers can save up to 33 per cent in economy, 45 per cent in Club World and 55 per cent in First, on over 80 worldwide destinations, including top winter sun timeshare destinations such as Orlando, San Diego and Las Vegas. The sale runs from August 25th to September 20th. Savings in economy include Orlando from £379, up..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/527.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 26 Aug 2011 09:29:00 +0000As Hurricane Irene gets upgraded to a category 3 - the same strength Hurricane Katrina was when it hit New Orleans - and possibly a 4 shortly, residents in North Carolina as well as New England and Long Island on the east coast have been told to prepare for storms. Irene has already washed away homes in the Bahamas (Aug 25) and will hit the US coast on Saturday evening, including North Carolina’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/526.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 25 Aug 2011 16:25:00 +0000Interval International announced that Joe Hickman, executive director for Asia Pacific, was recognised with the award for Outstanding Contribution to the Timeshare Industry by ATHOC (the Australian Timeshare and Holiday Ownership Council). The presentation took place at its 20th annual National Industry Awards ceremony held in the resort town of Surfers Paradise. The award acknowledges Hickman’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/523.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 25 Aug 2011 14:02:00 +0000In a recent TripAdvisor survey, travellers rated their ten favourite water parks in the USA, and (no surprises here) timeshare owners’ favourite Florida scored high, with two of the world’s most famous water parks making the top ten. Now that Club La Costa has two resorts in Orlando – Encantada and Regal Oaks - both just minutes from some of the best attractions, this winter might..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/525.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 25 Aug 2011 11:27:00 +0000French Eurotunnel workers are threatening to strike over this Bank Holiday Weekend over an 8% pay rise. The cross channel rail link has already suspended ticket sales in case the strike goes ahead. Eurotunnel says there is a possibility that French drivers will not turn up for work to operate the service from Calais to Folkstone so it’s no longer taking bookings for the journeys on Saturday,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/524.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 25 Aug 2011 10:14:00 +0000With this updated application, users can enter their past and future vacations by either searching by any destination around the world or by specific RCI affiliated resort name. They can also upload their favorite photos and videos from their trips by pulling from existing Facebook albums or uploading them from their computers or mobile devices. The benefits of the app go beyond the ability to keep..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/522.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 24 Aug 2011 10:07:00 +0000VisitScotland’s Surprise Yourself TV campaign, targeted at the UK and Irish market, is drawing new visitors to Scotland’s bonny shores, according to the tourist board. Scotland is a major timeshare and “staycation” destination and leading timeshare resort operators Hilton, Marriott, Club La Costa and Silverpoint all offer holidays in some of Scotland’s prettiest spots. Two..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/521.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 24 Aug 2011 08:55:00 +0000Hurricane warnings are in force across the Caribbean, including popular holiday hotspots. Weather watchers at the National Hurricane Centre in Miami are forecasting that Tropical Storm Irene, which has sustained winds of up to 70mph so far, could develop into a hurricane before reaching shores in the Dominican Republic today. Both Carnival Cruise Lines and Royal Caribbean International are switching..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/520.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 22 Aug 2011 11:05:00 +0000Travel disruption seems to hit during peak holiday periods and on Monday 29th August, this coming Bank Holiday, it’s happening again. This time, rail upgrades will mean that 18 out of 25 train operators will be forced to cut or replace services causing delays and possibly some level of disruption for the 5.5million passengers who use the rail network. Holidaymakers leaving for, or returning..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/518.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 22 Aug 2011 10:22:00 +0000Officials are expecting the day after the closing ceremony of the London 2012 Olympics to be the busiest ever for London’s main international airport. An amazing 218,000 bags, not far off the quarter million mark, are predicted to pass through the airport’s security checks in just one day. The London hub estimates it will be the arrival and departure airport for 80 per cent of all athletes,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/519.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 22 Aug 2011 09:54:00 +0000RCI has renewed its exclusive affiliation agreement with the 35-year old Mexican hotel group El Cid Resorts. The agreement includes El Cid Resorts’ six developments in Mazatlán, Cozumel and the Mayan Riviera. Each of the El Cid Resorts attracts visitors with its first-class oceanfront accommodations, luxury spas and friendly and dependable service. Mazatlán’s four locations..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/516.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 19 Aug 2011 09:15:00 +0000Leading hotelier Marriott International, a household name in the international timeshare market, is building a two-in-one hotel development within a 68-storey property at 1717 Broadway at 54th Street in New York City. The 230-metre high property will feature a 378-room Courtyard by Marriott hotel, as well as a 261-room Residence Inn by Marriott property. It will be a new build property and should..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/517.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 18 Aug 2011 09:06:00 +0000RCI has announced the introduction of RCI Weeks PlatinumSM to Europe following the programme’s successful debut in the U.S. The new premium tier of membership gives timeshare owners access to exclusive exchange privileges and year-round lifestyle benefits. These opportunities include room upgrades, exclusive “first look” access to specially acquired vacation inventory and rebates..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/514.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 18 Aug 2011 08:59:00 +0000Interval International has expanded its global resort network with the addition of Jinfeng Yinhua Holiday Hotel, part of the Shengteng Vacation Club. In the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang City, China, the vacation ownership apartments offer the ideal vantage point from which to explore the history and customs of the Naxi people, who have lived in Yunnan Province for 800 years. "Lijiang..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/515.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 18 Aug 2011 08:55:00 +0000A horrifying shark attack just thirty miles from where the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge recently spent their honeymoon has killed Ian Redmond, 30, who was snorkelling only 30ft off Anse Lazio beach on the island of Praslin when the 6ft shark struck close to the shore. This is the second death on this Seychelles beach in the last two weeks, after a French diver died on August 2nd. The island’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/513.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 17 Aug 2011 09:54:00 +0000Much to the delight of fans, Brad and Angelia are spending the rest of the summer in the UK while Pitt films his new movie World War Z. The Hollywood A-list couple whisked their six children off to Scotland this week to visit the next set of the new movie which is set in Philadelphia but actually being filmed in Europe. Angelina has already been spotted shopping in London (she has been staying in..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/512.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 17 Aug 2011 08:56:00 +0000If you haven’t jetted off to your timeshare resort yet, or are planning a winter sun escape later, here are five ways to avoid getting hit by excess baggage charges which can cost almost as much as the “cheap” flight itself. 1. Baggage fees are a good source of income for the airlines and the fees have become something of a recent phenomenon – airlines have clamped down..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/511.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 16 Aug 2011 15:50:00 +0000The most famous woman in British football will be speaking at this year’s World Travel Market, the Excel London expo on November 7-10 this year. Brady, one of the judges in the recent series of The Apprentice alongside Sir Alan Sugar, will speak at the Talk Business: Fight to Survive seminar and will offer advice to UK and European travel companies. The World Travel Market is the trade..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/510.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 16 Aug 2011 12:13:00 +0000Club La Costa Travel, the exclusive travel agency which provides a comprehensive service to members and clients of Club La Costa Resorts and Hotels (CLC), has been nominated for one of the travel industry’s most prestigious awards. Ambassador Holidays Ltd, T/A Club La Costa Travel, is on the shortlist for the Retail Travel Company of the Year TTG Travel Awards, run by the industry’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/509.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 16 Aug 2011 12:09:00 +0000Jinfeng Yinhua Holiday Hotel, part of the Shengteng Vacation Club, has just become the latest international resort to join the Interval International exchange network. The apartments are located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang City, China, and offer an exceptional opportunity to explore the history and customs of the Naxi people who have lived in this Yunnan Province for some eight hundred..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/508.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 15 Aug 2011 16:07:00 +0000It has been brought to Hutchinson & Co Trust Company Ltd's attention that Sky Services UK/New Horizon Resorts are using its company name and logo in an unauthorized manner and are making untrue statements, advertising that consumers’ rights in New Horizon Resorts are legally protected by them. Neither Hutchinson & Co Trust Company Limited, nor any of its associated companies are involved..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/507.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 15 Aug 2011 16:03:00 +0000Ryanair starts its twice daily flights from London Stansted to Barcelona El Prat airport on December 1st, switching its Barcelona airport from Girona to El Prat. The airline is “downgrading” its base at Girona airport (which Ryanair calls its “Barcelona” destination) and the news is good for both tourists and business travellers for obvious geographical reasons: Barcelona El..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/506.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 12 Aug 2011 16:36:00 +0000Timeshare owners heading in and out of Palma International Airport last weekend may have noticed it’s even busier than usual. The Balearic island of Mallorca broke its own record over the weekend by handling 160,000 passengers in a single day according to airport officials. Palma is one of the busiest airports in Europe, ranked 16th in 2010 when over 21.1 million passengers passed through..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/505.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 11 Aug 2011 14:27:00 +0000Three of Hollywood’s superstars came out in force for the second Starlite Gala at the five star Villa Padierna Hotel in Benavís near Marbella on Saturday, in aid of charity. The event was hosted by Antonio Banderas, his wife Melanie Griffith and actress Eva Longoria who is one of Hollywood’s most famous activists – she runs Eva’s Heroes and the Eva Longoria Fund and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/504.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 10 Aug 2011 13:39:00 +0000With foreign newspapers comparing the unrest in parts of London to the uprisings during the race riots in Brixton in the ‘80s, some fear UK tourism may suffer, particularly with the Olympics only one year off. Mary Rance, chief executive of UK Inbound, which represents Britain's inbound tourism businesses said today: “The riots of the past few days, particularly in London, are most unfortunate..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/503.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 10 Aug 2011 13:09:00 +0000Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are currently Cornwall’s most famous temporary residents – they’re staying on a superyacht moored off Falmouth while Brad films scenes from the new zombie movie, World War Z. Pitt arrived last week and filmed on board the SD Salmoor with hundreds of extras recruited from the local area who have been filling in as Russian refugees or zombies. According..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/502.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 09 Aug 2011 15:58:00 +0000Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket have announced the launch of their FREE Timeshare Guide For iPad app available, the first iPad app for timeshare buyers, sellers and owners. As a complete redesign of their successful app for iPhone, the new iPad version takes full advantage of the iPad’s screen size and resolution to give users an immersive and rewarding experience. The Timeshare Guide For..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/501.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 09 Aug 2011 09:57:00 +0000Britons are defying the recession by spending freely while they’re holidaying overseas, it seems. That’s according to Thomson Holidays Foreign Exchange who polled respondents about their holiday spending habits. Over half (57%) said they spend whatever they like once they get away and don’t bother to budget, spending surprisingly freely on meals and days out (65%) followed by..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/500.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 09 Aug 2011 08:33:00 +0000 GoTimeshare’s guide to some best-kept secrets and world-famous favourites Venice Beach, LA You probably wouldn’t come here for the beach itself, nice enough though it is (Malibu is nicer), you’d come to see the characters. From the easy, breezy bikini-clad rollerbladers to the serious bodybuilders at Muscle Beach Gym, there’s no other beach in the world like this one...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/499.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 09 Aug 2011 08:30:00 +0000Three of Spain’s largest unions, CCOO, UGT and USO have all called a strike which will involve ground staff and baggage handling staff at all Spanish airports on August 18th and 26th. Both strikes will last 24 hours, starting at midnight through the following day. August 18th is the day Pope Benedict XVI is scheduled to arrive in Madrid to attend World Youth Day to be held in the Spanish..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/498.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 08 Aug 2011 17:45:00 +0000The organisers of the London Olympics are considering floating hotels, dubbed “flotels”, to accommodate visitors to the capital who would be up for staying somewhere a bit different. The idea is for three or more cruise liners with onboard hotel rooms to be moored on the River Thames three miles from the Olympic Park in Stratford, and the unusual accommodation would offer visitors a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/496.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 08 Aug 2011 10:55:00 +0000Leading timeshare vacation exchange network RCI www.RCI.com is accepting the final entries (which must be in by the end of August) for its prestigious RCI Green Award 2011. RCI-affiliated shared ownership resorts can nominate themselves for the award and they have to show that their day to day operations are run in a sustainable way. The Award is designed to recognise RCI affiliated resorts in Europe,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/497.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 08 Aug 2011 10:54:00 +0000Tropical storm Emily is threatening to flood parts of the Dominican Republic and Haiti where 600,000 people are already living in makeshift tents and shantis following the disastrous earthquake in 2010. The US National Hurricane Centre has issued tropical storm warnings for the Dominican Republic, Bahamas and Turks and Caicos, although latest reports say the storm is weakening. Cruise routes..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/495.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 05 Aug 2011 15:30:00 +0000Hotel Savoy on the Portuguese island of Madeira is now part of Interval International’s global exchange network. The property, which is due to complete in 2014, includes 246 timeshare apartments and is the second shared ownership product from Siet Savoi SA, developers of the successful Royal Savoy which affiliated with Interval in 2002. "We're very happy to be able to offer more exchange..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/494.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 05 Aug 2011 09:18:00 +0000Pacific Star cruises and fractional consultancy Fractions Abroad are working together to bring a luxury fractional cruise fleet to the fractional lifestyle market. Three ships will be launched in the UK and Europe, China and Australia and the company says the ships will offer “the equivalent of a first class boutique hotel afloat, at a fraction of the price”. Pacific Star Princess,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/493.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 04 Aug 2011 09:51:00 +0000The British Riviera doesn’t have quite the same ring to it as the French version but if golden beaches, palm trees and fabulous food are your thing, look no further than “the south of Britain”. Cornwall is the closest point of the British Isles to France, and, like its sister the Scilly Isles, there’s something about the scenery that’s rather exotic. Palm trees thrive..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/492.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 03 Aug 2011 09:22:00 +0000 Regal Oaks, a resort just 3 miles east of Walt Disney World®, Orlando,is getting a princely makeover following its purchase by Club La Costa Resorts & Hotels. Club La Costa, which trades in America as CLC (™), has a major refurbishment and improvement programme for the existing resort, while selling 69 built town houses initially and constructing more going forward. Brad Margison,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/491.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 01 Aug 2011 15:37:00 +0000 Diamond Resorts International® is promoting eco-awareness at its resorts through a sustainable gardening initiative. The leading shared ownership specialists are cultivating and using home-grown fruit and veg at selected resorts to enhance the natural environment and benefit both the eco-system and local economy. Three resorts in three dream locations are utilising fresh product straight..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/490.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 01 Aug 2011 08:45:00 +0000 A new marketing campaign by the French - Rendez-vous en France - is encouraging Britons to visit France for their holidays this summer, although the country is already high in the hotspot popularity stakes. It’s the world’s most visited country. Over 76 million visitors set foot on French shores last year, maintaining France’s top spot as the global destination of choice –..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/489.aspxGo TimeshareSun, 31 Jul 2011 17:18:00 +0000 The exchange company RCI has received reports from RCI Members that they have been contacted by persons working for or on behalf of the above related organisations (which operate the website above) and that these persons have claimed to be working for RCI. Any such claims are false and RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship or link whatsoever with the above organisations or website..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/487.aspxGo TimeshareSun, 31 Jul 2011 17:15:00 +0000 Drizzle is forecast for the holidays – but it’s good news. Holidaymakers heading to their timeshare getaways will notice lemon drizzle cake, Victoria sponge and carrot cake making the cabin rounds on bmi flights in the coming months. The airline will be serving passengers cakes, soft hot and cold drinks and even hot food – all free of charge - on UK, Ireland and Hanover flights..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/488.aspxGo TimeshareSun, 31 Jul 2011 17:15:00 +0000 We used to go on holiday to “switch off” completely – but these days it seems we’re more addicted to switching on. A recent survey by networking company Brocade reveals that 95 percent of holidaymakers jet off with at least one internet-type devide in their luggage, while half of travellers want to, or must be, online with daily access to news and communications regardless..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/486.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 28 Jul 2011 10:31:00 +0000 Flybe is saving the day for holidaymakers and commuters on the Cornwall to Manchester route. With the closure of Plymouth Airport announced for the end of the year, Air Southwest, who had been servicing the Cornwall-Manchester route, will stop flights at the end of September. Fortunately, Flybe will now be flying year round, four times weekly, beginning October 30. Fares are from £29.99..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/485.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 28 Jul 2011 10:24:00 +0000 Eurostar tickets from London St. Pancras International and Ashford International, Kent to the French Alps are now on sale. The services will probably come as a welcome option for travellers caught in last year’s snow disruption at major UK airports and the ski season services will run from December 17th till Saturday April 14th 2012. Taking the train on holiday is also a much carbon-friendlier..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/484.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 27 Jul 2011 08:28:00 +0000 RDO developer member Silverpoint has reported that a company calling itself Silverpoint Leisure Sales LTD has been writing to Silverpoint owners offering to sell their weeks. They are asking for a fee of £499.00 to be paid by Direct Bank Transfer to a Swiss bank account. They use Silverpoint’s address in Tenerife and a US phone number. We have been asked to point out that this..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/483.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 26 Jul 2011 12:12:00 +0000 It’s that time of year: everyone’s either jetting off somewhere warm, or emerging from their latest holiday bubble, back to face reality. If you haven’t left yet, Fiona Klonarides suggests you get packing. There’s an art to holiday preparedness and we all know seem to know someone who booked a fly-drive holiday across Spain and forgot to take their licence – or worse..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/482.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 26 Jul 2011 08:44:00 +0000 After their highly successful trip to Canada and the US recently, the Duke and Duchess settled into their first class seats on the British airways flight home from LA…and soon discovered the in-flight entertainment system wasn’t working. They, along with everyone else in the cabin, were unable to watch the movies – The Fighter, The Tourist or Gnomeo and Juliet – on the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/481.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 26 Jul 2011 08:31:00 +0000 The second of a three-part series spotlighting some of Europe’s must-see cities that really come alive in summer Florence Why go? For the beauty around every corner…the city is Italy’s open air art gallery. The tourists arrive in droves in summer and it’s also Tuscany’s business hub, but you can’t beat watching the world go by at one of Florence’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/480.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 25 Jul 2011 11:03:00 +0000 Monarch Airlines will offer 11 flights per week between London Gatwick and Barcelona this winter, in competition with EasyJet’s existing itinerary. The daily flights will increase to eleven times weekly from October 20th. EasyJet currently serves the Barcelona route from London Gatwick, Stansted and Luton, and the no-frills specialist recently confirmed it will put on flights to Barcelona..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/479.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 22 Jul 2011 09:20:00 +0000 One of the specialities on the menu at the new Disney resort in Ko Olina on Oahu island in Hawaii will be Tuna Poke (prounced “pokay”). Created by Chef Patrick Callarec, it’s a local sashimi speciality made with lime, ginger and sesame seeds and it’s prepared using fresh “ama ama” caught in the waters surrounding the island. It’s delicious, raw and only..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/478.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 22 Jul 2011 09:03:00 +0000 This year, 2011, saw some very important changes to the law with the rolling out of the 2011 European Timeshare Directive. For legitimate companies this legislation was very good news as it validated their positions as trustworthy organisations and enabled customers to buy holiday products, safe in the knowledge that they were protected by a robust set of consumer rights. So with this new age..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/477.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 21 Jul 2011 14:54:00 +0000 26 New Routes and a New UK Base for Ryanair Ryanair is to use Manchester airport as its next UK base, the airline has announced. Two aircraft will be initially based at the new hub from October 2011, and by next summer it plans to increase that to four plans and 26 routes. Famous for its controversial ads, the airline’s website has run a photo of ex-News of the World editor Rebekah..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/476.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 21 Jul 2011 09:32:00 +0000 The Canary Islands have been a classic timeshare destination for years. Winter temperatures are warmer than on the Costa del Sol or anywhere else in southern Europe and cultural tourism and golf have been on the up. Lanzarote seems to be profiting from the instability in Egypt and Tunisia this summer, with the Spanish airport authority (AENA) reporting a 20% rise in tourist arrivals on the island..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/475.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 19 Jul 2011 14:55:00 +0000 Nick Waddington, resort manager at Trenython Manor in Cornwall, one of Club La Costa’s 3 UK resorts, had the privilege of meeting the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall on their recent visit to the county. The Royal couple were visiting the famous Eden Project which is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and having taken part in the eco-attraction’s Green Foundation Course, along with other..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/474.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 19 Jul 2011 12:12:00 +0000 ShareLuxe Club has joined Interval International’s expanding international portfolio, the leading exchange organisation has announced. ShareLuxe’s first three properties include two century-old traditional Japanese townhouses in Kyoto and a villa in Bali, highlighting the trend for contemporary cultural travel. Joe Hickman, Interval International’s executive director for the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/473.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Jul 2011 09:53:00 +0000 CLC’s second Turkish resort (and the first to feature a golf course) will be getting a splash of “California” style, the hallmark of its interior-designed flagship resorts in southern Spain Kusadasi Village is the first in the CLC portfolio to feature an 18-hole golf course and it’s another first for Kusadasi itself. Situated south of Izmir on the west coast of Turkey on..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/472.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 15 Jul 2011 13:24:00 +0000 We spend most of the year looking forward to spending a week or two at our timeshare or holiday resort…but despite the sun, sea, sangria and other delights, sometimes it’s the simple things we miss the most about the UK while we’re abroad. Flight website Skyscanner asked its visitors that very question and the results make for interesting reading. A quarter of all respondents..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/471.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 13 Jul 2011 08:48:00 +0000 When she’s not writing timeshare news or organising the GNEX conference for leading industry magazine group Perspective International, this summer Susan Knox is somehow managing to squeeze in the time to train for her first ever half marathon. Susan will be running to raise funds for cancer charity the Toma Fund and is training for the 13.1 mile Great North Run which happens on 18th..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/470.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 13 Jul 2011 08:40:00 +0000 To take advantage of that “empty hour” (or two) while passengers are waiting to board their flights, Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket has decided to spread the word about buying and selling timeshare via a new marketing campaign at UK airports. RDO member resale company WTH is launching the new campaign at Bournemouth international Airport first, and will be showing digital media presentations..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/469.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 12 Jul 2011 09:44:00 +0000 Monarch will now be flying to Egypt’s most popular Red Sea resort, Sharm el Sheikh, this winter. The new flights will operate three times weekly, departing Gatwick and Manchester on Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 3 November 2011, just in time for a good dose of Red Sea sunshine before the not so Great British winter sets in. Sharm El Sheikh has quickly become a favourite winter sun..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/468.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 12 Jul 2011 09:05:00 +0000 Despite the political upheaval in Egypt earlier this year, which fortunately barely affected resorts like Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh, Sharm is back on top as one of the most popular scuba diving resorts according to figures from Cheapflights.co.uk. Hilton Grand Vacations, Marriott and other top timeshare brands have hotels in the region which has become a firm new favourite in recent years among..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/467.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 12 Jul 2011 08:44:00 +0000The 60-second guide to the Canaries Some holiday favourites come and go, drifting in and out of favour, but one group of islands that never lose their holiday flavour are the Canaries. Marooned off Morocco’s Atlantic coast, this is the archipelago that can boast the best year-round climate almost anywhere, with temperatures hovering in the 20s almost all the time. From Lanzarote’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/104.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 11 Jul 2011 10:13:00 +0000 Reports are coming in of a blast at a military base in Cyprus, which may have killed eight people. The blast took place at the Evangelos Florakis navy base in Zygi, between the southern coastal cities of Limassol and Larnaca. The explosion was so strong that it blew out windows and doors of beachside restaurants at nearby resorts. "There are a number of dead which we cannot confirm yet,"..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/466.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 11 Jul 2011 10:08:00 +0000 Timeshare exchange companies Interval International and RCI report that the above organisation (which uses the website www.starlight-travel.com) is unlawfully making use of the Interval International and RCI trademarks on their website. Both companies would like to make clear that they have no relationship whatsoever with Starlight Travel or with the website www.starlight-travel.comhttp://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/463.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 11 Jul 2011 09:05:00 +0000 Those of us lucky enough to live in Europe can hop on an afternoon flight and arrive in Sicily in time for dinner. Yet there’s something still very exotic about flying further, so which are the best long haul destinations worth escaping to this summer? Britain’s summer isn’t always the best time to head to these far-flung destinations, so you might be surprised. Find out which..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/465.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 11 Jul 2011 09:03:00 +0000 After wooing Canada, it was California next for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, during their first whirlwind official overseas tour together. To celebrate their visit, the California Tourist Board has declared summer 2011 “The Royal Summer” in honour of the royal couple’s three-day visit which included a visit to meet underprivileged kids in Downtown LA, a glittering BAFTA..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/464.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 11 Jul 2011 08:48:00 +0000 The European leg of the 2011 RCI Christel House Open golf tournament has been hailed a huge success, raising £15,000 for the children’s charity. The event, held at Ealing Golf Club in Middlesex, UK, in June, attracted executives from the shared ownership and hospitality industries – both as competitors and spectators - who enjoyed a sunny day’s golf followed by a gala dinner..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/462.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 08 Jul 2011 11:24:00 +0000 The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) confirmed this morning that Virgin Atlantic pilots will NOT strike over the summer holidays. It declined to give details of the new offer in advance of informing its members. But Balpa general secretary Jim McAuslan said: ““We have lifted the threat of strike action. Virgin Atlantic pilots will continue flying passengers to their destinations.” Sir..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/461.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 08 Jul 2011 10:28:00 +0000 Club La Costa resort Trenython Manor, near Fowey in Cornwall, has achieved the highest 5-star rating for its standards of food hygiene in a nationwide scheme. ‘Scores On The Doors’ is a UK rating system which reveals to the public how clean the kitchens at their local pub, takeaway or restaurant are considered to be. Trenython’s kitchen received top marks for hygiene, cleanliness..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/460.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 07 Jul 2011 15:57:00 +0000 Top hotelier and vacation ownership specialists Hilton Worldwide will have two new hotels in London soon. Hilton Worldwide will open the Hilton London Southbank and the first ever Hampton by Hilton property in London Waterloo in 2012 and 2013. The 281-room Hilton London Southbank will be located next to the Neo Bankside residential development which is behind one of London’s most popular..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/459.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 07 Jul 2011 12:24:00 +0000 BAPLA (The British Airline Pilots Association) finished talks this week with Virgin Atlantic to “discuss the way forward” but the delay in resolving the dispute over pilots’ pay – or announcing an official strike – means passengers booked on Virgin flights later this month are left unsure of whether their holiday plans will be hit or not. If the 750 flight Virgin..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/458.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 07 Jul 2011 09:56:00 +0000 Are smart phones and Facebook killing the postcard? It used to be the only “must-do” errand on a holiday – spinning the postcard rack at the local tobacco shop in a village in Santorini, choosing the most scenic one out to send home – and hoping it arrives before you do. But apparently it’s “official” – smart phones and social media are slowly..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/457.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 06 Jul 2011 13:08:00 +0000 When it comes to making sure that employees have the skills and knowledge needed to do their jobs efficiently, Silverpoint is keenly focused on staff training and development. It was with this efficiency in mind that six RCI employees travelled to the Silverpoint Training Centre in Los Cristianos, Tenerife to take part in an intensive course about the Silverpoint brand and products. The course..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/456.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 06 Jul 2011 12:49:00 +0000 The management division of leisure company Silverpoint – Silverpoint Hotels & Resorts – has scooped an impressive internet award for its latest website: www.silverpointhotelsandresorts.com The site was voted “Best Site of the Month” by independent reviewers TopSharepoint.com in recognition of exceptional design and implementation standards. In TopSharpoint.com’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/455.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 30 Jun 2011 17:11:00 +0000 Naima Village, a brand new Italian resort in Puglia on the Salento coast of south-east Italy, is the latest affiliate of Interval International, the global exchange organisation announced today. Located in Castellaneta on the Salento Peninsula, Naima Village resort is located in Puglia (Apulia), well known as “the unspoilt corner of Italy” where slow food and the laid back lifestyle..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/454.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 30 Jun 2011 15:25:00 +0000 Phil Watson, director of leading timeshare resales specialists Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket was a guest of BBC Radio Somerset this week when he participated in a listener’s phone-in session about timeshare and holiday clubs. The programme was a timely look at the industry following the court case against the owners of St. Frances Marketing Limited who were taken to court by Devon Trading..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/453.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 30 Jun 2011 10:44:00 +0000 Malaysian Airlines has caused controversy by announcing that tiny tots are officially banned from flying in first class cabins on its new Airbus A380 super jumbos. The ban was already in place on their Boeing 747s and now covers the new aircraft. Airline CEO Tengku Azmil said the policy was introduced after objections from first class passengers about crying babies, but later the airline released..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/452.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 29 Jun 2011 14:52:00 +0000 Flights, passenger ferries and trains will be affected by Greece’s 48-hour nationwide strike which starts Tuesday June 28 for 48 hours. Passengers flying to and from Greece should check with their airlines as all flights entering and leaving Greek airports will be cancelled from 8am till noon and then from 6pm to 10pm on June 28 and 29. Those heading for the islands face delays, too,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/451.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 28 Jun 2011 11:21:00 +0000 Glastonbury may be over, but there’s still lots more live music happening in July. GoTimeshare picks some of the best of Britain’s legendary picnic concerts, coming soon… 1 - 3 JULY: The Big Feastival – Clapham Common, London SW9 Good food and great music are on the line-up (and so is Jamie Oliver) at the first ever Big Feastival. There’s live music from Friday..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/449.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 28 Jun 2011 08:59:00 +0000 They’re more and more popular with younger holidaymakers, the style of ships and itineraries are more varied than ever, and with the celebrity chef restaurants and signature spas on sleek new ships these days, if you haven’t been tempted to try a cruise, you might be, soon! So if you’ve been mulling over the idea of putting your timeshare points towards a cruise (perhaps to celebrate..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/450.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 28 Jun 2011 08:45:00 +0000 Timeshare developer Club La Costa and exchange company RCI report that the above organisation (which uses the website http://www.nowon-line.com) is unlawfully making use of the Club La Costa and RCI trademarks on their website. Both companies would like to make clear that they have no relationship whatsoever with Now Online or with the website http://www.nowon-line.com. http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/349.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 27 Jun 2011 17:25:00 +0000 Timeshare ownership specialists Silverpoint have opened a new state-of-the-art centre at Playa del Ingles, designed to showcase the company’s holiday products to a multi-national clientele. While holidaying on the island, consumers can pop by to learn more about Silverpoint Explorer, a “test drive” three year trial membership plan that allows buyers to sample the Silverpoint..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/447.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 27 Jun 2011 09:19:00 +0000 As soon as they arrive at the airport, most holidaymakers head for their resorts on Tenerife’s southern coastline for a one or two-week run of sun, sea and sun-lounger. Away from the popular resorts, an easy drive inland, there’s a magical place where you can spot the stars (not the celebrity kind) bang in the middle of the island and it’s a great excursion if you’re into..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/448.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 27 Jun 2011 09:16:00 +0000 It’s not Cornwall or the Cotswolds, it’s Cardiff. National Geographic has ranked the Welsh wonder in its top ten “must-see” global destinations list for summer 2011. The magazine’s short list includes some of the most beautiful regions in the world, and Cardiff made it on to the top ten because it’s a “modern sports-entertainment destination” which..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/446.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 24 Jun 2011 10:43:00 +0000 The second Pacific hurricane this year in Mexico’s Pacific region has hit the popular resort of Acapulco, wreaking havoc at the start of the busy summer season. Three people are reported dead and thousands of tourists are being forced to stay in hotels as the hurricane uprooted trees and flooded roads. Another very busy tourist area, Puerto Vallarta, was hit by the storm but high winds..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/445.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 23 Jun 2011 08:17:00 +0000 Virgin pilots voted yesterday to go on strike and the first walkout could happen as soon as early July. BAPLA, the British Airline Pilots Association, says 94% turned out to vote in the ballot, and the result was an overwhelming majority, 97%, in favour of going on strike. Virgin Atlantic flights to long-haul summer destinations such as Disneyland Florida, California and the Caribbean, Australia..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/444.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 22 Jun 2011 12:54:00 +0000 Dublin Why go? The Irish are legendary for giving a grand, warm welcome, so even if the weather’s misbehaving, you’re guaranteed to have a great time. Buy a ticket for the sightseeing bus and soak up the history, architecture and stories Dublin is famous for. It’s not as stylish as Rome or as romantic as Paris but it more than makes up for it with a thriving arts scene,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/443.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 22 Jun 2011 09:44:00 +0000 Malaga is famous for its “pueblo blancos”, the little white villages dotted across Andalucia’s mountains. But now Sony Studios have painted Juzcar, near Ronda in Malaga, bright blue, to celebrate the upcoming release of the new Smurf movie. Juzcar is the world’s first Smurf Village and was chosen by Sony as the location for the film’s premiere. It took a dozen..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/442.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 21 Jun 2011 16:32:00 +0000 Continuing its strategy to expand the geography of its holiday exchange network, RCI is pleased to announce the affiliation of two resorts in exciting destinations that are fast-growing in popularity with holidaymakers across Europe and beyond. The Residence Club is located in the stunning mountain village of Donovaly in the Low Tatras National Park of Slovakia. The resort is comprised of luxuriously..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/441.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 21 Jun 2011 09:52:00 +0000 Both Qantas and Virgin say they will have to cancel flights in and out of Adelaide on Tuesday (21 June) as the ash cloud, which has been “circling” the globe, passing through Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, Australia and New Zealand, is now drifting back into Australian airspace once more. Ash from the Cordon Caulle volcano grounded hundreds of flights, stranding tens of thousands of..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/440.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 20 Jun 2011 10:32:00 +0000 Virgin Atlantic is bracing itself for the first ever walk out by pilots in a dispute which could hit peak summer flights. The planned strike over pay by up to 750 pilots will hit key transatlantic routes and other long-haul destinations. The first walkout by flight crew in the airline’s 27-year history could begin at the end of this month or the start of July. Weekend reports suggested there..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/439.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 20 Jun 2011 10:13:00 +0000 New research by online travel agency sunshine.co.uk reveals that 54% of British holidaymakers use social media to plan their holidays. They review hotels, resorts and destinations online, requesting personal recommendations from other online users, using social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter to gather information and reviews about a particular place before they book. Such is..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/438.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 20 Jun 2011 08:42:00 +0000 As of next spring, EasyJet will fly to ten European destinations, including Barcelona, Faro and Ibiza, from its new UK hub, London’s Southend Airport, located in Essex. The airport currently operates short-haul flights to Ireland (Galway and Waterford) and Jersey but a new multi-million pound terminal which opens this autumn will be able to accommodate up to 800,000 passengers in its first..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/437.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 17 Jun 2011 09:15:00 +0000 Everyone uses their timeshare ownership differently and TATOC wants to find out more. In the next issue of Sharetime, the magazine for timeshare owners, TATOC istaking a look at how timeshare owners use their ownership. Do they exchange every year or visit their resort on a regular basis? Do they use all the facilities including the restaurants, or is the resort just a base for touring around? What..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/436.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 16 Jun 2011 15:19:00 +0000 Does the idea of a see-through plane with panoramic windows, powered by the heat of passengers’ bodies sound too far-fetched? The almost sci-fi style planes might not be far off, as Airbus revealed this week when it unveiled plans for its Airbus of 2050, prior to the Paris Air Show. Airbus believes its radical new Concept Cabin could become reality by 2050. It’s not good news if you..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/433.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 16 Jun 2011 12:15:00 +0000 Italian celebrity chefs Massimo Bottura and Carlo Cracco will be treating guests on Costa Cruises’ new ship Costa Favolosa to a gala dinner on 2 July. Preparations are in full swing for the naming of the Costa Favolosa in Italy’s northeastern seaport Trieste on Saturday 2nd, and the chefs will be celebrating with an Italian-inspired spread representing Italy’s most famous culinary..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/435.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 16 Jun 2011 12:13:00 +0000 Marriott named “Greenest” Hotel Group in UK One of the leading names in the hotel and timeshare industries has made the top ten in The Sunday Times 60 Best Green Companies in Britain. Marriott was ranked at number nine, also winning the award “Best Employee Environmental Engagement” for the second year running. Marriott is the only hotel company in Britain to make it..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/434.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 16 Jun 2011 11:50:00 +0000 Flight destination website whichbudget.com has revealed the results of its Father’s Day holiday wishlist. The site polled 584 men to find out what their ideal Father’s Day holiday treat would be and needless to say, the most popular dream getaways involved food, drink, and, of course, sport! Italian food, wine and Scottish whisky proved particularly popular, but surprisingly fly-fishing..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/432.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 14 Jun 2011 14:21:00 +0000 Holidaymakers flying to and from Greece and also visiting resorts in the Red Sea region this week may be subjected to travel disruption, EasyJet has warned. Greek unions are planning to strike tomorrow, Wednesday 15 June, and flights servicing Sharm El Sheikh today and tomorrow may also be affected by the eruption of the Nabro volcano in Eritrea which started to spew ash on Sunday after a series..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/431.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 14 Jun 2011 14:17:00 +0000 Irish Ferries and Irish-based ESB ecars have joined forces to make electric and hybrid car travel to and from Ireland from the UK a reality. A dedicated electric car charging area is now available on Irish Ferries’ Ulysses flagship ferry, so that motorists can recharge their cars during the crossing from Holyhead to Dublin. Daragh O’Reilly, Marketing Manager for Irish Ferries..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/430.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 10 Jun 2011 09:30:00 +0000RDO Head office RDO aibsl Rond Point Schuman 6/5 1040 Brussels Email: info@rdo.org Website: www.rdo.org We regret that our offices are not open to the general public - all enquiries should be made to our consumer services department by email on info@rdo.org or by post to the address above. Contact RDO if you wish to check if a company is a member, if you have a query about buying or..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/346.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 09 Jun 2011 15:36:00 +0000 Bumper month in April as many head for the islands According to latest figures, tourists numbers in Greece are rising. While overall arrivals were up by 5.6% for January-April, compared to last year’s figures, April alone welcomed over half a million visitors to the country, mainly its islands, as Greece warms up for a long summer. The most significant rise in numbers are at the islands’..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/425.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 09 Jun 2011 15:31:00 +0000 RDO is the pan-European trade association representing the timeshare and fractional ownership industries throughout Europe. It promotes best practice in the industry for the benefit of both consumers and the industry. All members are bound by a code of ethics that ensures the protection of consumers' rights. RDO provides information and advice to consumers and offers a free conciliation..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/286.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 09 Jun 2011 12:00:00 +0000 Kurt Scholl, CEO of Switzerland’s “original timeshare company” Hapimag, spoke to Die Welt about timeshare today and why shared ownership is more relevant in the current holiday lifestyle market than ever. Q: Do you enjoy running a company that is part of an industry that has a number of “black sheep”? A: Those days are virtually in the past now. The industry..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/429.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 09 Jun 2011 10:01:00 +0000 It’s the third largest hotel group in Europe, twelfth worldwide Spain’s leading hotel chain Sol Melia has changed its name to Melia Hotels International. The new name took effect on 3 June and marks a new era for the company which has managed to ride the recession remarkably well. Its Vacation Club www.clubmelia.com is one of the best-known names in the timeshare industry, with..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/428.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 09 Jun 2011 08:27:00 +0000 The threatened strike by Aer Lingus pilots is officially off, according to the airline which has announced in a statement: The airline said in a statement: "Following extensive engagement between Aer Lingus and pilot trade union IALPA-IMPACT over the weekend, Aer Lingus has can confirm that the immediate threat of industrial action, due to commence Tuesday June 7, has been removed.” The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/426.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 08 Jun 2011 11:21:00 +0000 RDO's enforcement team is pleased to report that the website www.timeshareconsulting.co.uk has been closed down. We had heard reports that this 'resale' company had been displaying logos from a number of timeshare organisations, with the implication that there was some sort of association or endorsement by them, which there was not. Timeshare owners are then led to believe they are dealing..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/427.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 08 Jun 2011 11:20:00 +0000 Useful information about how RDO protects consumers, and where to get news, consumer advice and updates on the latest developments in the timeshare industry What is RDO? The Resort Development Organisation (RDO) was established following the decision by the European Timeshare Federation in February 1998 to integrate all national timeshare trade assocations across Europe into one official..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/285.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 08 Jun 2011 11:09:00 +0000 My son and daughter would never go on a package tour because they are so used to the quality that a good timeshare resort provides. Vegas at Christmas: Christine and her daughter "My love affair with Timeshare began by accident in 1996 when my husband entered a competition during his lunch hour, the prize for which was a holiday. Well, of course, it was really a timeshare presentation..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/118.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Jun 2011 15:00:00 +0000Petchey Leisure recently asked their owners why they loved their timeshare, here are some of the answers that they got back . . . The Oura View Beach Club: relighting enthusiasm for timeshare ownership Fifteen years have now passed since we purchased our first timeshare at what is now Oura View Beach Club. The revamp of the Club and the simple but effective Infinite points system gave..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/122.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Jun 2011 14:43:00 +0000 We would like to share a rather extra-special Club La Costa holiday experience my husband and I enjoyed at Sunningdale Village in Tenerife earlier this year. As erstwhile long-time owners there, we were glad to join Club La Costa when the Company bought Sunningdale some seven years ago and have frequently added to our points holding on subsequent visits. Over the years we have made many good friends..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/124.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Jun 2011 14:39:00 +0000 Ahh…the Algarve. 200 kilometres of sun-kissed beaches cooled by Atlantic breezes where days of ten hours of sunshine end in a golden glow. Spring arrives early here and a drive through the hills is full of surprises…sleepy little villages, stunning sea views and even a Buddhist monastery near Loule which is a village worth visiting, on one of the highest points of the Algarve coast. When..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/103.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 17:47:00 +0000 It's where white sands meet turquoise sea, it's a tempting mix of east-meets-west - welcome to the Turkish Riviera.Not so long ago the Turkish Riviera was something of a secret. Bodrum rang a bell, but where was Turkbuku? Exotic, euro-free and close enough to home to be a British favourite, this string of beach resorts offers a mesmerising mix of old and new and east-meets-west. Fiona Klonarides..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/422.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 13:14:00 +0000BA reveals the 10 top destinations it expects will be the most popular next year Marrakech’s legendary mystique is alive and well and it looks like 2011 could be a bumper year for tourism in the imperial city. Tourism in Morocco is still on the up and now British Airways is predicting it will be its most visited destination in 2011. With Marrakech in top place, long-haul destinations San..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/159.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:51:00 +0000 More flights from UK to Spain as British Airways increases its London City Airport to Barcelona route from a summer-only to new, year-round service 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..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/170.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:51:00 +0000British Airways to begin its three times weekly London - Marrakech service in 2011 Morocco has a new tax-free trade zone near Tangier, a dynamic, young King who is modernising the country’s infrastructure, communications and tourist offerings and its most famous city Marrakech is already a sought-after second home destination for the sports stars and celebrities who have been snapping up the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/161.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:48:00 +0000 Beach parties, perfect paellas and one amazing space-age style City of Arts and Culture all add up to an appealing southern Spanish destination, full of character. GoTimeshare reveals why easy-going Valencia is giving its big sister Barcelona a run for its money. Like Barcelona, Valencia can boast “urban” beaches, striking modern architecture and an almost perfect balance between..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/424.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:27:00 +0000 More flights from London City Airport include new Faro service Responding to high demand from London City Airport travellers, BA CityFlyer, a subsidiary of British Airways (BA) is increasing flights to Spanish holiday hotspots Malaga and Palma de Mallorca. The flights are part of BA’s campaign to significantly boost Spanish routes from London City Airport during the summer season 2011. BA..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/155.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:03:00 +0000 Big PR push to attract passengers and airlines Last summer, Gatwick announced a big marketing plan in its bid to attract more travellers to its terminals. This summer, the airport is stepping up its bid to become London’s favourite airport. The idea is to poach passengers and airlines from rival airport Heathrow, with a big self-improvement scheme, a £45 million terminal shuttle..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/156.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:02:00 +0000 General Strike in Greece, Wednesday 15 December Hot on the heels of Spain’s wildcat air traffic controller strike which wreaked havoc for thousands of passengers recently, a general strike in Greece today has left planes grounded for 24 hours. Ferries will also not be operating at Athens main port, Piraeus. Unions across both public and private sectors in Greece have taken the action..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/157.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 09:01:00 +0000When it’s time to get away, where do you go? GoTimeshare reveals seven heavenly hideaways to escape to, from Cornish shores to sun-kissed Cape Town Since the mid-seventies, when the world’s two leading exchange organisations, RCI and Interval International were founded, the number of vacation exchange possibilities available around the world has literally escalated. Whether it’s..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/244.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:53:00 +0000New routes to start winter 2011 onwards Go Timeshare The no-frills airline bmibaby will no longer operate from Manchester and Cardiff airports as of later this year. The carrier has announced it will focus on expansion plans at other UK regional airports instead. Bmibaby’s sister airline, BMI, however, will continue to fly from Manchester, with a handful of new routes on the horizon, including..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/111.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:43:00 +0000All passengers must check flight status before leaving for the airport if Spanish air strike goes ahead UPDATE: The planned strike has been averted. See this article on GoTimeshare.org for more information: easyJet is warning passengers to check their flight status given uncertainty over flying due to the Spanish air strike threat, before they leave for the airport and have said they will transfer..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/178.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:41:00 +0000Strike will disrupt flights over French airspace, Ryanair and easyJet offering free booking changes or refunds The French national general strike which will affect flights over the country’s airspace will definitely go ahead on Tuesday 12 October and is likely to cause high levels of disruption to passengers flying to and from France. EasyJet is working closely with the French Government..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/177.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:35:00 +0000But strikes may hit in January Union leaders at Unite have rejected British Airways’ offer to settle the ongoing dispute between the two parties, but apparently workers will not take strike action during the busiest winter periods Christmas and New Year. It’s good news for the time being for those travelling to visit family and friends over the holiday season and for those escaping..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/165.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:26:00 +0000Unite and BA agree a 28-day extension Go Timeshare A 28-day extension to the original deadline by which cabin crew union Unite must announce industrial action will come as a relief to passengers planning to travel on British Airways flights during Easter and April 29th, the day of the Royal Wedding. Instead of the strike action which threatened to disrupt flights during this peak travel period,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/110.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:25:00 +0000Trans-Atlantic passengers in for a treat on William and Kate’s big day Go Timeshare While many of us - over two billion viewers around the world - will be glued to our TV sets, passengers on flights from the UK to US or Caribbean will be able to join in the celebrations thanks to some novel royal party planning by Virgin Atlantic. This Friday April 29th, passengers will be treated to a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/108.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:17:00 +0000New US rules come into effect in August Go Timeshare US transport secretary Ray LaHood has announced new rules designed to make flying a more passenger-friendly experience. One of the main changes will be an increase in compensation amounts for passengers bumped from flights against their will, and new limits on tarmac waiting times for international flights. The regulations will come into force..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/107.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 06 Jun 2011 08:16:00 +0000 BMIBaby Launches Seven New Routes for 2012 Passengers flying from East Midlands and Birmingham airports next summer will have even more sun-drenched places to escape to, thanks to new routes just announced by Bmibaby. Flights go on sale this week for routes between East Midlands Airport and Corfu, Gibraltar Murcia and Naples, with new flights from Birmingham to Lisbon, Rome (Fiumicino) and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/419.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 16:00:00 +0000 All flights may be cancelled if new talks bring no joy Aer Lingus has said it may have to cancel all flights from next Tuesday (7 June) after pilots have voted for industrial action which may disrupt flights throughout the summer. Members of the Irish Airline’s Pilots Association based in Dublin and Cork voted to go on strike after talks with Aer Lingus broke down. The airline has invited..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/420.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 16:00:00 +0000One of the most exciting cruise ship launches takes place next month when the much-anticipated new Queen Elizabeth Cunard liner will be christened by the Queen herself. Cunard recently confirmed that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth will perform the naming ceremony at a glittering event on October 11th in Southampton, prior to the ship’s maiden voyage. The ship is the third to carry the legendary..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/197.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 15:10:00 +0000British Airways route starts December 18th and will fly four times a week British Airways will soon be flying four times weekly from London City Airport to Chambery, the gateway to the French Alps, starting December 18th. The route will operate until the end of March 2011 using BA’s new Embraer 190 aircraft. Flights will go out Monday, Friday and both weekend days, with return flights from..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/163.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 14:57:00 +0000New fleet, new interiors and new destinations all part of ambitious European expansion Eurostar is buying 10 new trains built by German manufacturer Siemens, with interiors designed by the Italian company Pininfarina which will begin operating in 2014. The smarter, faster fleet are part of an overall plan to expand Eurostar train services beyond the UK, France and Belgium, and into Germany and the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/221.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 14:56:00 +0000At.mosphere now open in world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa The highest restaurant in the world opened last month in the tallest building in the world, Dubai’s famous landmark the Burj Khalifa. It’s a 442-metre lift ride to Level 122 of Burj Khalifa, to reach the new At.mosphere Restaurant which can accommodate about 210 guests and features a spacious lobby, main dining area,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/135.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 14:45:00 +0000 It’s always good to talk. Though it’s far more important to listen, especially when it’s your members and customers who are doing the talking! During the sunniest and hottest weekend in the UK this year, as many as 140 RCI member couples turned out to the first 2011 RCI Members’ Events held at the company’s Kettering offices. Split 50/50 across two days, 70 RCI Weeks..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/377.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 03 Jun 2011 10:32:00 +0000 In 2009, Silverpoint (then called Resort Properties) asked their members what they thought about the resorts. Here are some of the answers that they go back. "Helpful and informative" Stayed in a studio at Hollywood Mirage. Accommodation first class, clean and modern. Resort facilities are very good. Would highly recommend visiting. Spoke with Resort Properties representative, Stephen..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/120.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 27 May 2011 12:29:00 +0000The Registry Collection is launching a series of roadshows to reach interested developers in key second home locations across Europe. The first four events will be hosted by Nick Turner, vice president Europe, The Registry Collection and Fractional Ownership Developments, who said: “We have invested heavily in big global events over the last few years but it’s apparent there is a gap where..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/36.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 May 2011 11:35:00 +0000When it comes to selling your timeshare, unless you do your homework properly you can end up losing money to unscrupulous companies, so our advice is well worth following. And in the meantime, don’t be rushed into making any decisions you will later regret – a cold call could leave you significantly out of pocket! Your first step should be to check to see if your resort or developer offers..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/55.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 23 May 2011 11:16:00 +0000The ‘noughties’ was a landmark decade for the travel industry. New, far flung destinations such as Thailand, Vietnam and Mexico exploded onto the mainstream and previously exclusive destinations such as the Maldives and Caribbean became more accessible to the masses. Budget airlines changed the way that people think about their weekends, opened up a whole host of destinations in the former..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/71.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 14:57:00 +0000NorthCourse Report, April 2009 Consumer trends * Minimum disposable annual household income €90,000 p.a * 49% state their travel patterns will not change over the next 12 months * 34% state that fractional ownership would best suit their personal lifestyles (32% state hotels and 34%, rented apartments) * 46% are likely to buy a fractional residence Destinations * Italy, France, Portugal..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/72.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 14:55:00 +0000Key Findings for 2007 General characteristics of the timeshare industry in Europe * In 2007 1.5 million European households owned timeshare. * The UK and Ireland form the largest market having 589,653 timeshare owners, followed by Germany and Italy. * Most resorts are concentrated in Spain, with 26.3% of the total, 14.94% in Italy and 11.05% in the UK & Ireland * There were a total of 1,312..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/73.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 14:53:00 +0000* 12.6 Million passengers (worldwide) took a cruise in 2007 with 12.8 Million passengers estimated for 2008 * Cruise Industry is the fastest growing category in the travel industry with an annual passenger growth rate of 8% p.a. * The average length of a cruise is 7 days * Utilization is constantly over 100% * 35 new state of the art ships are contracted or planned to be added through 2012...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/74.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:39:00 +0000The figures below have been kindly provided by Ragatz Associates, a business unit of RCI, and are extracted from their “Resort Timesharing Worldwide: 2003 Edition Summary Report”. Worldwide * $9.4 billion timeshare sales in 2002 * 6.7 million households own the rights to about 10.7 million timeshare weeks * 5,425 timeshare resorts, of which around 25% are situated in Europe * North..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/75.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:36:00 +0000* 1452 resorts in 25 countries in Europe. * These resorts contain 83 026 units. * The average resort comprises 57 units. * Some 200 000 European citizens are employed as a result of timeshare’s economic activity. * 1.4 million families own timeshare in Europe. * Around 620 companies operate wholly or exclusively in the sector, and have a combined estimated turnover of € 2385 million. *..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/76.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:27:00 +0000While the timeshare concept might be straightforward, the process by which it is turned into reality is somewhat more complex. The box below illustrates the principle stages in the chain that turns the concept into a product. Individual companies might undertake more than one of these activities – for example developers may market and operate their properties. Timeshare resort developers Timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/78.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:21:00 +0000Looking back over the blogs I have written since I started, I was surprised to see that I had not devoted one to the Spanish Market, which is still the number one timeshare holiday destination in Europe, with over 47.7 % or 715,000 of Europe’s 1.5 million timeshare owners taking their holidays there each year. I intend to put that right now and perhaps at the end of the summer season this is..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/79.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:18:00 +0000The Registry Collection is launching a series of roadshows to reach interested developers in key second home locations across Europe.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/80.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:17:00 +0000In Europe, a new timeshare Directive is to be implemented into national law by all European Union Member States no later than 23 February 2011. Whilst the Directive currently in place relates to timeshare alone, the new Regulations will include resales, exchange and long-term holiday products – also known as discount travel membership clubs or long-term holiday clubs. This extension has been..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/81.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:14:00 +0000The Resort Development Industry is specifically regulated by national laws implementing the 1994 Timeshare Directive. The 1994 timeshare Directive and its national implementation laws are based on three corner stones of consumer protection: * Ensuring that the consumer is given sufficient information in the contract on what they are actually buying to make an informed purchase decision; * Time to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/82.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:13:00 +0000Brussels 9th October 2009 - FSOTA (Fractional & Shared Ownership Trade Association) announced today a special introductory offer for new members. Companies that join the FSOTA between now and 1st February 2010 will receive full membership of the association at 1,216 Euros per year. This price is frozen for a 2 year period. Membership of the Association is open to businesses involved directly or..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/83.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:11:00 +0000Brussels 19th August 2009 - An ex-police inspector is leading a project organised by RDO (Resort Development Organisation) to warn consumers about the dangers of bogus discount travel membership clubs - more commonly known as holiday clubs - and fraudulent resale companies. The project aims to draw attention to unscrupulous companies that deliberately deceive consumers and pressurise them into signing..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/84.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:09:00 +0000Brussels 27th May 2009 - There are over 1.5 million timeshare owners in Europe and the vast majority *(87%) are happy with their holidays, with almost three quarters thinking that their timeshare accommodation is better than other self-catering holidays they have taken, with quality of accommodation the most important consideration for owners. This is according to a comprehensive study into timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/85.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:08:00 +0000Brussels 22nd April 2009 - The Fractional and Shared Ownership Trade Association (FSOTA) has become a member of the trade body for vacation ownership, Resort Development Organisation (RDO). RDO promotes best practice and fair trading in the industry while protecting consumers through its code of conduct. While remaining a stand-alone association, FSOTA members are now bound by this code. Formerly..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/86.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:07:00 +0000Brussels 25th March - OTE (Organisation for Timeshare in Europe) announced today that it has changed its name to Resort Development Organisation (RDO). The new name is reflective of developments in the vacation ownership industry, which has changed dramatically since the 1960s when timeshare was first sold, giving the consumer a fixed week at one resort. Since then new forms of vacation ownership have..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/87.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:05:00 +0000The Ealing Golf Club in West London has been confirmed as the UK venue for the Group RCI Christel House Open charity golf tournament, which is played simultaneously across five continents. The Ealing Golf Club is a challenging, yet not physically demanding, par 70, 6191 yard course designed by Harry Colt, the renowned designer of Wentworth, Sunningdale and Muirfield. The date of the international..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/88.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:04:00 +0000The approval of the EU Timeshare Directive earlier this year was without doubt a major landmark but the job to protect consumers doesn’t end there according to the Organisation for Timeshare in Europe (OTE). “Although consumers will be better protected once the new Directive is implemented, there is always room for improvement”, said OTE’s Secretary General Peter van der Mark...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/89.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:03:00 +0000Brussels 5th February - The OFT is appealing for complaints from timeshare owners who have received unsolicited approaches by scammers claiming to be resale agents and promising a 'guaranteed buyer' and a high price for their unwanted timeshare. The OFT is aware that many owners have already lost hundreds of pounds to bogus timeshare resale companies with some having also been conned into paying thousands..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/90.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 13:00:00 +0000Someone suggested recently that I should blog on a typical week (or so) to give members not involved with the day to day business of RDO an idea of what we get up to. So here goes, with a not untypical series of days in early March..... Wednesday - met with Alberto Garcia in London - he had flown up from the Canaries for 2 days and on this first afternoon we are meeting with the CEO of another Trade..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/92.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:59:00 +0000Timeshare Owners, A Call to Action Last week the RDO Chairman sent the following letter out to all Developer members of our organisation and I have set it out below in full, as I believe it is something that should be made available to all those involved in our industry: TIMESHARE OWNERS, A CALL TO ACTION For over 4 years now, the Resort Development Organisation - the RDO, has funded a team of..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/93.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:58:00 +0000Monday 4th October saw an unusually high influx of executives, managers, sales staff etc from leading European, American, Asian and South African timeshare and fractional developers, exchange companies, law firms, accountants etc , converge on the Don Carlos Hotel in Marbella on the Cost del Sol, for RDO 1 our 2010 industry conference , the first under the new RDO name. Apart from all the usual outside..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/94.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:57:00 +0000say “it’s that time of the year again” because we are all about to pack our bags and head off to Spain for the industry’s 2010 Conference. When I say “that time of the year again” this is not strictly correct, as in 2009, the RDO Board decided not to hold a conference in recognition of the fact that European economies were still in crisis and members would not be..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/95.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:56:00 +0000A couple of weeks ago in the OPP News, there was a call for the establishment of a European wide cooling-off period in the cases of sales of freehold, often second-homes abroad, in order to avoid some of the scams perpetrated on people looking to buy their “Place in the Sun” . So often you hear of UK citizens in particular, who have sold up everything to move to the Southern Mediterranean..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/96.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:55:00 +0000I am trying to avoid what I would call a “Unite moment” i.e I do not want to be accused of giving away the contents of an important industry meeting at the time it took place, so I have left a decent interval before talking about this particular one. So “Momentous” may be a little hyperbolic a description as we foregathered in the MacDonald Hotel, on a wet Manchester morning..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/97.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:53:00 +0000We have just put up on the RDO website, a paper on Travel trends 2010 prepared by Flagship, a UK based PR company, who act for and advise RDO and are themselves members of the organisation. It is well worth reading. This is of course an issue of real interest to RDO members for obvious reasons and is why at the RDO1 October Conference, we have asked the Director of the Travel and Tourism Research Institute..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/98.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:19:00 +0000With all the attendant publicity given to horror stories, of holidaymakers and travellers stuck at airports and hotels, unable to travel home due to the no-fly ban across Europe, and the decision by Ryanair not to compensate travellers, which was reversed shortly thereafter, it is worth reflecting that “no news is good news”, in that nothing much was heard during this period of crisis from..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/99.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:17:00 +0000I don’t have a problem with the legitimate consumer watchdog sites , they clearly do a good job and RDO works with many of them from time to time. I also understand the old adage that “good news doesn’t make for good newspaper sales”. There is undoubtedly a huge gulf between how timeshare is reported in the media and the consistently high satisfaction rates found amongst timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/100.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:15:00 +0000The RDO Conference is the only event for everyone involved in the European timeshare and fractional industries. It’s a great place to share ideas and work out ways for everyone to move forward for a successful and profitable future With a new format, engaging business sessions, excellent social events and great value delegate rates, RDO1 is set to be a must attend event. In addition to great..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/101.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:11:00 +0000 From the lavender fields of Grasse to the film star feel of Cannes, each resort that makes up the French Riviera is very French yet very different. Fiona Klonarides spotlights some of the 'tres chic' hotspots on the sun-soaked Cote D'Azur's shores. Roughly spanning France’s smart southern coastline from St. Tropez to the west to the Italian border to the east, the Côte d’Azur..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/102.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 12:08:00 +0000The move boosts the Finnish holiday group’s southern European portfolio Go Timeshare Finland’s Holiday Club Resorts has acquired five resorts, totalling 241 apartments, on the southern coast of Gran Canaria. In the deal with the Puerto Calma Group, HCR will take on the sales, marketing, property management and customer service at the resorts in Amadores and Puerto Rico. The move doesn’t..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/106.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:41:00 +0000RCI-affiliated resort La Quinta, at Spain’s famous resort La Manga Club, has won its 16th consecutive RCI Gold Crown Award. The Andalusian-style resort is set within the internationally-renowned 1,100-acre La Manga estate, a magnet for golfers thanks to three glorious championship 18-hole courses and a sportsman’s paradise in Cartagena in Murcia. RCI’s Resort Recognition Programme..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/109.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:36:00 +0000RCI is proud to once again be the Global Title Sponsor of the Christel House Charity Golf Open and welcomes Nexus Leisure as Signature Sponsor of the European Events. The RCI Christel House Charity Golf Open, now in its ninth year, has become a highlight of the timeshare industry’s fundraising calendar. A charity golf tournament on a global scale, the Christel House Open hosts tournaments..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/112.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:28:00 +0000New rules spurred by last year’s eruption disruption Go Timeshare Siim Kallas, European Commission vice president, and commissioner responsible for Transport, has announced that the EU Commission plans to rewrite the Regulation on Air Passenger Rights. Changes have been called for after passenger groups and airlines both heavily criticised existing rules during airspace closures and disruption..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/113.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:24:00 +0000 The Jack Petchey Foundation “Backing Young People Since 1999” He is one of the UK’s most successful businessmen and now in his eighties, is still as active as ever. Jack Petchey left school at fourteen before joining the navy during the second world war, but after applying for a management position with a company he was told “You’ll never make a businessman”. He..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/128.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:17:00 +0000 It’s always good to talk. Though it’s far more important to listen, especially when it’s your members and customers who are doing the talking! During the sunniest and hottest weekend in the UK this year, as many as 140 RCI member couples turned out to the first 2011 RCI Members’ Events held at the company’s Kettering offices. Split 50/50 across two days, 70 RCI Weeks..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/105.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:04:00 +0000 UK rises to no.7 on World Economic Forum Tourism Competitiveness ranking The week starts off on a cheerful note with the news that the UK has soared four places into the Top 10 spot, in seventh place in this year’s 2011 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report. It has just been released by the World Economic Forum, and it’s the fourth year that the WEF has carried out the rankings. This..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/129.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 11:02:00 +0000 It has come to light that a company based in Spain (Menorca) has been claiming to be working for RDO member Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket. Owners have been called by a company calling themselves “World Sales Group”. The caller allegedly states that they are working for Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket and that “we have had a computer problem and our data has been lost. We therefore..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/130.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:59:00 +0000 Egyptian and Tunisian Unrest is Spain’s Gain Spain could reign again this year and reclaim its number three spot in the top ten most visited countries in the world list. Airline websites are already reporting a rise in bookings to Spain, including the Canary Islands and the Balearics, especially Mallorca. Spain has been given a run for its money recently by “emerging destinations”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/131.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:57:00 +0000 The five-star Meliá Adhiwangsa Surabaya to open 2013 Spain’s best known hotel and vacation ownership leisure group is increasing its presence in the Asia-Pacific region. The luxurious five-star hotel will open in 2013 in Surabaya, the second largest city in Indonesia which lies on the north coast of the island of Java. The area has a thriving port and is experiencing strong economic..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/132.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:53:00 +0000 Also daily route, Aberdeen to London Gatwick, commences early summer Easyjet is launching a daily flight from Aberdeen to Gatwick in June, and for holidaymakers who can wait until the end of the summer, new services from Edinburgh to Athens, Tenerife and Grenoble start this September. The Edinburgh to Athens route will link “The Athens of the North” (as the Scottish city is dubbed,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/133.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:52:00 +0000 RCI has introduced a new set of enhancements to its members to make a good product even better. It has just launched some exciting changes, increasing the “trading power” of members’ points and weeks. Members can now see the exact trading power of their deposit week and directly compare it to the trading power of other deposit weeks at destinations that appeal for future vacations. They..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/134.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:50:00 +0000 DoubleTree by Hilton London-West End opens in Bloomsbury Hilton’s latest London property, the DoubleTree by Hilton London-West End, has opened in Bloomsbury, in a prime location next to the British Museum and within walking distance of shopping and restaurant haven Covent Garden and London’s famous West End. Oxford Street, with its famous department stores Selfridges, John Lewis,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/136.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 10:02:00 +0000 Important information for those planning to arrive and leave the affected region With 75 confirmed dead and 300 still missing, being searched for day and night by over 500 members of the area’s emergency personnel, tourism New Zealand has issued the following update for travellers still in the earthquake zone and those planning to visit the country. The main advisories are: • The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/137.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 09:59:00 +00002010 marks some important milestones in timeshare. As the shared ownership industry celebrates decades of success, there’s more to look forward to, as Fiona Klonarides reports Innovative products, sought-after locations and exceptional service are core elements of the timeshare experience; and it has never been more flexible, more sophisticated or more affordable than now. As overseas property..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/149.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 09:31:00 +0000Increased crack-downs on bogus holiday clubs and tighter measures to combat rogue operators are just some of the ways RDO is actively working to protect consumers Timeshare may have taken off faster in the States, but across the pond European consumers are becoming much more aware of the options, value and flexibility that shared ownership can offer. Quality resorts in sought-after destinations..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/150.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 09:21:00 +0000 Holiday Cottages Group is made up of over 30 brands, such as well-established names like Blakes, English Country Cottages and Country Holidays, and has more than 60,000 rental properties in the UK, Ireland, France, Spain and beyond. The UK's landscapes and heritage make it a much demanded destination - RCI is bringing its members accommodation options at home, writes Sarah Lee. Whether you..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/152.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 09:18:00 +0000 A medieval jewel in the Irish Midlands - Kilkenny oozes with charm and Irish welcome - and pubs County Kilkenny or Cill Chainnigh is an enchanting medieval county with its ancient history, rich culture and a fascinating unspoiled countryside that attracts tourist not only from Europe but from other parts of the world too. Situated in the province of Leinster, County Kilkenny in South Ireland consists..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/153.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 20 May 2011 09:17:00 +0000A 28-day extension to the original deadline by which cabin crew union Unite must announce industrial action will come as a relief to passengers planning to travel on British Airways flights during Easter and April 29th, the day of the Royal Wedding. Instead of the strike action which threatened to disrupt flights during this peak travel period, Unite and BA have just announced that they have reached..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/158.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 17:07:00 +0000 Britons pay up to 25 times more tax than the French, 30 times more than Ireland In the wake of the controversial passenger air tax news recently, new tax coalition alliance Fair Tax on Flying is calling on the British government to take a leaf out of Ireland’s book – and abolish the tax on passengers on outbound flights. In an open letter to to the Chancellor of the Exchequer,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/160.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 17:05:00 +0000 …and Heston Blumenthal tackles BA in Channel 4’s “Mission Impossible” Flight comparison site Skyscanner.net recently asked users to vote for their favourite airline – this time, though, they were giving marks for food, not flying comfort or punctual departure times. Middle East airlines scored particularly high marks - six of the top ten airlines are based in..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/162.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:58:00 +0000British Airways to begin its three times weekly London - Marrakech service in 2011 Morocco has a new tax-free trade zone near Tangier, a dynamic, young King who is modernising the country’s infrastructure, communications and tourist offerings and its most famous city Marrakech is already a sought-after second home destination for the sports stars and celebrities who have been snapping up the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/166.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:47:00 +0000 New plane will take in-flight entertainment to new heights British Airways has become the first UK airline to take delivery of a brand spanking new twin-jet Boeing 777-300ER. The airline plans to add two more by the end of the year, and three more by 2012. The new wide-bodied planes are more fuel efficient and quieter than their predecessors and BA will fit its first acquisition with a..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/167.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:46:00 +0000 Irish rivals ranked almost first and last in latest Which? Holiday airline satisfaction survey . . . Aer Lingus scores high, Ryanair lags If you’ve ever had a great, or awful, flight, this month’s Which? Magazine airline satisfaction survey makes interesting reading. Carriers were rated in various categories, including cleanliness, leg room, food and beverages, inflight entertainment,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/168.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:44:00 +0000 With a 20-day long strike now confirmed, passengers need to be extra vigilant about flight bookings 2010 is turning out to be quite the year for flight disruptions and now BA’s announcement that strikes will go ahead between May 18 and June 9 is another blow to travellers hoping to get away for early summer holidays – and a new chapter in BA’s dispute sagas so far this year. Leading..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/169.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:42:00 +0000 22 days of industrial action could start April 20 and spread through summer Spain’s airport workers have announced plans to strike, threatening 22 days of industrial action just before the busy Easter break which could severely disrupt holiday plans for millions, including those flying out, as well as into, Spanish airports. Strikers intend to start on April 20, extending into dates..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/172.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:33:00 +0000 The launch of its Milan Malpensa to Porto route recently was a memorable one for every staff member at the airline: easyJet has finally reached its 500 route target. 15 years since its inception, the charter champion has become Europe's number one transport network. It operates on 45 of Europe's top routes and now has 19 bases in 28 countries and 182 planes flying the globe. EasyJet pioneered..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/174.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:24:00 +0000More good news as Gerson Lehman Group reports potential 12-15% growth likely over the coming year for the US timeshare industry So, who’s happier? Timeshare owners or Lexus drivers? Both are a lifestyle choice and both are equally popular with consumers as three recent revealing surveys show. An article in RCI Ventures newsletter (21 October 2010) http://www.rciventures.com/2010/10/timeshare-lexus-share-satisfaction-sp.....http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/175.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 16:21:00 +0000 Airlines hopeful new technology will spell the end of widespread ash chaos With so many European flights grounded recently because of ash cloud problems, EasyJet has announced it will trial an ash radar appropriately named AVOID (Airbourne Volcanic Identifier and Detector). The technology will be fitted on planes and be able to detect ash clouds so that pilots can fly around them if necessary. Airlines..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/179.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:54:00 +0000 Many airlines looking for ways to combat hike in oil prices Flybe is adding a £3 surcharge per passenger starting immediately, for flights departing September 1 onwards. Like other airlines, the carrier has had to deal with a “challenging” UK market and escalating oil prices. Flybe said that their number of leisure travellers in February and March had dropped slightly..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/180.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:50:00 +0000 From check-in to take off – how to make your trip a little bit smoother With more flights, more passengers and tighter security measures, a little extra thought can save considerable time at the airport and during your onward journey… Leading flight website Cheapflights.co.uk has come up with a list of tips to help speed up travellers’ journeys through the airport. Check-in Have..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/181.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:36:00 +0000 EasyJet joins Nectar points, CityJet launches new London to France routes Airline news: members of the Nectar loyalty programme will soon be able to redeem points against Easyjet flights, while London City Airport-based CityJet is expanding its French destinations. EasyJet joined the Nectar programme on March 22 – from then on, members will be able to use their Nectar points towards..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/183.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:29:00 +0000 Tourists turn to Greece and Turkey to avoid travel disruption If you plan to Spain this spring or summer, check your travel insurance policy carefully. Following the new threat of Spanish air strikes which would shut down airports nationwide, insurers may not cover against strike action. However anyone who booked flights prior to March 9 when the strike action was announced should be covered..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/185.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:24:00 +0000 22 days of industrial action could start April 20 and spread through summer Spain’s airport workers have announced plans to strike, threatening 22 days of industrial action just before the busy Easter break which could severely disrupt holiday plans for millions, including those flying out, as well as into, Spanish airports. Strikers intend to start on April 20, extending into dates..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/187.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 15:22:00 +0000 ATAB finally wins battle for transparency in airfares After months of campaigning, the Air Travel Authority Bureau www.atab.org.uk reports that the Civil Aviation authority has announced that Jet2.com and Ryanair have both agreed they will display their full up-front fares by 28 April and 1 June 2011 respectively. The airlines will now comply with many other airlines in providing consumers..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/189.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:12:00 +0000British Airways to begin its three times weekly London - Marrakech service in 2011 Morocco has a new tax-free trade zone near Tangier, a dynamic, young King who is modernising the country’s infrastructure, communications and tourist offerings and its most famous city Marrakech is already a sought-after second home destination for the sports stars and celebrities who have been snapping up the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/190.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:11:00 +0000Strike will disrupt flights over French airspace, Ryanair and easyJet offering free booking changes or refunds The French national general strike which will affect flights over the country’s airspace will definitely go ahead on Tuesday 12 October and is likely to cause high levels of disruption to passengers flying to and from France. EasyJet is working closely with the French Government..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/191.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:10:00 +0000All passengers must check flight status before leaving for the airport if Spanish air strike goes ahead UPDATE: The planned strike has been averted. See this article on GoTimeshare.org for more information: easyJet is warning passengers to check their flight status given uncertainty over flying due to the Spanish air strike threat, before they leave for the airport and have said they will transfer..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/192.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:07:00 +0000 Air traffic controllers vote to go ahead with 3-day strike starting August 18th but talks continue to try and avert union action UPDATE! The planned strike has been averted. See this article on GoTimeshare.org for more information: Ryanair has asked the Spanish government to help ease the effects of the Spanish air traffic controller strike which, if it goes ahead, will start August 18th..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/193.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:05:00 +0000 Irish rivals ranked almost first and last in latest Which? Holiday airline satisfaction survey . . . Aer Lingus scores high, Ryanair lags If you’ve ever had a great, or awful, flight, this month’s Which? Magazine airline satisfaction survey makes interesting reading. Carriers were rated in various categories, including cleanliness, leg room, food and beverages, inflight entertainment,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/194.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:03:00 +0000The Irish airline suffered its first-ever loss last year but passengers and profits are up this year A certain Mr. Michael O’Leary will be celebrating this week. The controversial Ryanair boss has announced full-year profits of €319 million after tax, following a not so great year in 2009. Ryanair said passenger numbers were up 14% to 67 million in the year to March, while airfares..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/195.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:02:00 +0000 Dozens of Ryanair flight cancellations to Spain as high density area of volcanic ash cloud spreads over North Atlantic and Europe, heading south. Ryanair and other carriers have had to cancel flights today to Spain due to the ash crisis, as seven airports in in and around the Iberian peninsula have been forced to close because of a cloud of volcanic ash drifting south from Iceland. Due to the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/196.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 13:01:00 +0000 Britain’s favourite supermodel bids “bon voyage” to the luxury liner Sojourn at a black tie event with fireworks over the River Thames Twiggy had the honour of giving Seabourn’s new 450-passengers luxury ship Sojourn a real champagne send-off recently. She looked delighted with her new role as the brand new ship’s godmother, announcing "Welcome to my yacht.....http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/198.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:59:00 +0000 Star-studded launch for P&O’s stunning new superliner - fine wines and a celebrity restaurant are just some of the attractions on board P&O’s sleek new ship Azura sailed into Southampton earlier this week and although skies were grey, the stars will be out for her official naming ceremony tomorrow (Saturday 10 April) before she sails to sunnier destinations for her maiden..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/199.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:57:00 +0000 And the Winner is . . . 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. The runner-up regions were: The Black Sea St. Petersburg, dubbed “The Venice of the North” The Mediterranean The Corinth Canal (Greece) The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/200.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:56:00 +0000 Cruise experts will be on hand to give advice and answer questions 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..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/201.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:51:00 +0000 Sunny outlook for UAE as tourist figures are on the up. The United Arab Emirates, including Abu Dhabi & Dubai, are enjoying healthy tourist figures, according to the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority & Dubai International. We’re not even halfway through 2011, but it has been an up and down year so far on the travel front. Natural disasters and political upheavals have made travel somewhat..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/202.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:49:00 +0000 At.mosphere now open in world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa The highest restaurant in the world opened last month in the tallest building in the world, Dubai’s famous landmark the Burj Khalifa. It’s a 442-metre lift ride to Level 122 of Burj Khalifa, to reach the new At.mosphere Restaurant which can accommodate about 210 guests and features a spacious lobby, main dining..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/203.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:46:00 +0000Sudden jump in hotel bookings for Miami, Dubai, Egypt and Turkey following UK’s cold snap The big freeze has led to a surge in holiday bookings as many Britons consider escaping the snow over the festive holiday. Travel Counsellors is reporting a 20% increase in bookings, with high demand for sunshine breaks over Christmas and into January and Lowcosttholidays.com says its website traffic..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/204.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:45:00 +0000 Purchasers of fractional interests or single weeks will enjoy a spectacular range of amenities Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), has announced the affiliation of Emirates Vacation Club, a private residence club in the heart of Dubai, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/208.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:39:00 +0000 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. GoTimeshare: Timeshare has come such a long way since its conception in the '60s, consumers have so many choices now - cruises, safaris, UK breaks and exotic long haul destinations...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/210.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:33:00 +0000“Securing the Prize for the Middle East” – new report just out by Amadeus Amadeus, the leading IT solutions provider for the tourism industry, has just launched a new report which reveals the Middle East region may be on the brink of becoming the world’s main travel hub. It makes for interesting reading particularly as the shared ownership in the region is expanding, and..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/211.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:28:00 +0000Following news that the British holiday institution goes into administration, Indian entrepreneur and Dubai royal family may be new buyers Among the big travel news this week has been the announcement that Pontins has gone into administration. Administrators KPMG who took over the sale of its five holiday parks in the UK last Friday say they have had a lot of interest from various parties. In..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/213.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:25:00 +0000290,000 omelettes at 200mph Back in November 2007 when Eurostar launched its new high speed London to Paris train service, it changed the way we travel through northern Europe. With its easy 30-minute check in and smooth security procedures, letting the train take the strain is the hassle-free way to get to Calais, Lille, Paris or Brussels and network connections to Amsterdam, Cologne and now..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/214.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:24:00 +0000 EasyJet joins Nectar points, CityJet launches new London to France routes Airline news: members of the Nectar loyalty programme will soon be able to redeem points against Easyjet flights, while London City Airport-based CityJet is expanding its French destinations. EasyJet joined the Nectar programme on March 22 – from then on, members will be able to use their Nectar points towards..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/215.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:23:00 +0000K rises to no.7 on World Economic Forum Tourism Competitiveness ranking The week starts off on a cheerful note with the news that the UK has soared four places into the Top 10 spot, in seventh place in this year’s 2011 Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Report. It has just been released by the World Economic Forum, and it’s the fourth year that the WEF has carried out the rankings. This..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/217.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:18:00 +0000British Airways route starts December 18th and will fly four times a week British Airways will soon be flying four times weekly from London City Airport to Chambery, the gateway to the French Alps, starting December 18th. The route will operate until the end of March 2011 using BA’s new Embraer 190 aircraft. Flights will go out Monday, Friday and both weekend days, with return flights from..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/223.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:06:00 +0000Heathrow still open, Gatwick Airport reopens, Gatwick Express suspended, Eurostar on reduced service and Swiss airports reopen after very heavy snow Switzerland’s main airports have reopened after closures due to heavy snowfall, flights have been cancelled in France and Germany and Eurostar has had to cancel half its services as freezing conditions continue to bring many parts of Europe to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/225.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 12:01:00 +0000More good news as Gerson Lehman Group reports potential 12-15% growth likely over the coming year for the US timeshare industry So, who’s happier? Timeshare owners or Lexus drivers? Both are a lifestyle choice and both are equally popular with consumers as three recent revealing surveys show. An article in RCI Ventures newsletter (21 October 2010) http://www.rciventures.com/2010/10/timeshare-lexus-share-satisfaction-sp.....http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/226.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:58:00 +0000Strike will disrupt flights over French airspace, Ryanair and easyJet offering free booking changes or refunds The French national general strike which will affect flights over the country’s airspace will definitely go ahead on Tuesday 12 October and is likely to cause high levels of disruption to passengers flying to and from France. EasyJet is working closely with the French Government..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/227.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:57:00 +00002010 marks some important milestones in timeshare. As the shared ownership industry celebrates decades of success, there’s more to look forward to, as Fiona Klonarides reports Innovative products, sought-after locations and exceptional service are core elements of the timeshare experience; and it has never been more flexible, more sophisticated or more affordable than now. As overseas property..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/228.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:53:00 +0000Top cruise executives to attend Seatrade Med Cruise Convention 30 November – 2 December 2010 in Cannes, France Presidents, CEOs and Marketing Directors from the world’s top cruise lines will be brainstorming in the south of France this winter to discuss the future of the cruise industry in the Mediterranean region. Cruise holidays have held up very well in the last year for a number..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/229.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:51:00 +0000Multiresidence de l’Elysee offers stylish living in a prime location Interval International has just announced the affiliation of Multiresidence de l’Elysee in Paris, France. The property occupies a six-storey building in the 8th arrondissement on the right bank of the River Seine, close to the Champs-Élysées and right between the world famous Parisian landmarks the Arc..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/231.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:45:00 +0000 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. GoTimeshare: Timeshare has come such a long way since its conception in the '60s, consumers have so many choices now - cruises, safaris, UK breaks and exotic long haul destinations...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/232.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:42:00 +0000 Airline expects to break even by end of the year Aer Lingus has posted an operating loss of €19 million in the six months to the end of June, that’s a reduction of 80% on its operating losses during the first half of 2009. The airline has resisted two takeover bids by Ryanair Holdings and according to chief executive Christoph Mueller, the improvements in performance are significant..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/233.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:41:00 +0000And the winner is . . . ? The Corn Exchange at Brighton's Dome is the venue for this year's 2010 Enjoy England Awards For Excellence. The finalists have just been revealed, and the event takes place on April 23, to mark St. George's Day. Competition in the various categories is exceptionally strong, and a large number of entries are in for the Sustainable Tourism Award. Last year “Staycations”..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/234.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:39:00 +0000The flexibility and value for money timeshare ownership offers is a big draw for families looking for economical holidays – and this summer, some resorts are decidedly cheaper than others As the pound continues to strengthen against the euro, buying you more euros for your sterling, the argument for specifically holidaying in a non-euro zone is fading fast. These days it’s not so much..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/235.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:37:00 +0000 Ayia Napa in Cyprus tops the European list and St. Ives is UK’s best TripAdvisor has released its “World’s Best Beaches” list for 2011. The winners are based on the highest ratings by travellers on TripAdvisor. Cypriot beach Avia Napa landed the number one spot on the Top Ten European Beach Destinations list, beating Skiathos in Greece and Protaras (also in Cyprus)..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/237.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:33:00 +0000Don’t-miss dates for the diary, from now until June TATOC Conference 11-13 March Park Royal Hotel, Stretton, nr Warrington, England www.tatoc.co.uk Following last year’s successful conference, this year’s theme at the organisation run by timeshare owners is Sharing Success. The Ragatz Conference 14-16 March Fairmont, San Francisco, CA www.ragatzassociates.com Shared..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/238.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:32:00 +0000 Airline expects to break even by end of the year Aer Lingus has posted an operating loss of €19 million in the six months to the end of June, that’s a reduction of 80% on its operating losses during the first half of 2009. The airline has resisted two takeover bids by Ryanair Holdings and according to chief executive Christoph Mueller, the improvements in performance are significant..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/239.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:30:00 +0000 Tourists turn to Greece and Turkey to avoid travel disruption If you plan to Spain this spring or summer, check your travel insurance policy carefully. Following the new threat of Spanish air strikes which would shut down airports nationwide, insurers may not cover against strike action. However anyone who booked flights prior to March 9 when the strike action was announced should be covered..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/240.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:28:00 +0000The flexibility and value for money timeshare ownership offers is a big draw for families looking for economical holidays – and this summer, some resorts are decidedly cheaper than others As the pound continues to strengthen against the euro, buying you more euros for your sterling, the argument for specifically holidaying in a non-euro zone is fading fast. These days it’s not so much..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/241.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:24:00 +0000Country brings in $5.8 billion tourist-related revenue, up 17.6% in first half of 2010 Largely fuelled by tourists discovering destinations like Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt’s sun, sea and palm tree resorts are experiencing a boom in visitors. Speaking to Reuters, Egypt's Tourism Minister, Zoheir Garrana, revealed that tourism revenues rose by 17.6% to $5.58 billion in the first half of 2010..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/243.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:21:00 +00002010 marks some important milestones in timeshare. As the shared ownership industry celebrates decades of success, there’s more to look forward to, as Fiona Klonarides reports Innovative products, sought-after locations and exceptional service are core elements of the timeshare experience; and it has never been more flexible, more sophisticated or more affordable than now. As overseas property..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/245.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:11:00 +0000The new online resource is designed to help everyone in tourism from taxi drivers to hoteliers Britain’s tourist body www.VisitBritain.com has compiled a handy list of tips on how to extend an even warmer welcome to visitors coming to the UK for the 2012 Olympics. The guidelines are tailored to various nationalities, whose customs and etiquette may vary, or even contrast with, the British..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/246.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:09:00 +0000 Dozens of Ryanair flight cancellations to Spain as high density area of volcanic ash cloud spreads over North Atlantic and Europe, heading south. Ryanair and other carriers have had to cancel flights today to Spain due to the ash crisis, as seven airports in in and around the Iberian peninsula have been forced to close because of a cloud of volcanic ash drifting south from Iceland. Due to the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/247.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:07:00 +0000 As Iceland’s most notorious volcano continues to erupt, travel insurers are reluctant to offer coverage New policyholders may not be able to obtain insurance against future flights grounded by the volcano “pa-lava” which again is disrupting air travel in Europe, and this time areas where no-fly zones have been designated include France, Italy and the west coast of Spain. Insurers..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/248.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:06:00 +0000Five Spanish cities in the top 10 most popular flight destinations – and Malaga's No.1 Skyscanner's January search results show Spain still reigns, as Britons look for “sun, sand and sangria” to escape the winter blues. Malaga tops the bill and five Spanish cities made the top ten. Faro and Dalaman (Turkey) also appear, implying that British travellers are dreaming of sunshine..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/249.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:04:00 +0000 The properties in the programme share the highest levels of quality and triple A locations. The Registry Collection® programme, the world’s largest luxury exchange programme and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), has been recognised with the 2009 Overseas Property Professional (OPP) Industry Award in the Best Fractional Service category. The Registry Collection..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/250.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:02:00 +0000 How many times have you been stuck in a traffic jam or have taken the wrong turning in a country where your grasp of the language is poor and wondered whether you might have been better off taking the train? With a high speed rail network throughout Europe, rail travel has never been easier – it’s flexible, efficient and hassle free and what’s more, your carbon footprint is greatly..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/251.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 11:00:00 +0000 Monarch, Tui, Thomas Cook, Avro and Jet2 route news This summer it’ll be even easier to get away to Greek and Turkish shores with a number of airlines expanding their UK to Eastern Med route maps to meet demand. New flights and routes include: Monarch Monarch adds new flights to Corfu and Bodrum, starting May, and the airline has already expanded its number of services to European..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/252.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 19 May 2011 10:58:00 +0000Ayia Napa in Cyprus tops the European list and St. Ives is UK’s best TripAdvisor has released its “World’s Best Beaches” list for 2011. The winners are based on the highest ratings by travellers on TripAdvisor. Cypriot beach Avia Napa landed the number one spot on the Top Ten European Beach Destinations list, beating Skiathos in Greece and Protaras (also in Cyprus) in..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/253.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:43:00 +0000…as it tops this year’s Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Travel Awards 2010 Earlier this year, the readers of Condé Nast Traveller magazine voted for their preferred holiday destination in the publication’s annual Readers’ Travel Awards and two new favourites came out on top. 2010 has been a bumper year for tourism Turkey and Egypt which scooped first..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/254.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:40:00 +0000 Tourists turn to Greece and Turkey to avoid travel disruption If you plan to Spain this spring or summer, check your travel insurance policy carefully. Following the new threat of Spanish air strikes which would shut down airports nationwide, insurers may not cover against strike action. However anyone who booked flights prior to March 9 when the strike action was announced should be covered..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/255.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:38:00 +0000Hottest hot spots include India, Morocco, the Canary Islands, Egypt and Turkey destinations The ski season may have come early this year, but with plenty of snow at home many Britons looking for a last blast of warm sunshine before next spring are looking for holiday “hot spots” further afield this winter. According to Experian Hitwise, the leading online competitive intelligence..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/257.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:33:00 +0000Sudden jump in hotel bookings for Miami, Dubai, Egypt and Turkey following UK’s cold snap The big freeze has led to a surge in holiday bookings as many Britons consider escaping the snow over the festive holiday. Travel Counsellors is reporting a 20% increase in bookings, with high demand for sunshine breaks over Christmas and into January and Lowcosttholidays.com says its website traffic..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/258.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:23:00 +0000As we move closer to the end of another year, innovation, flexibility and resilience are three qualities that have been pivotal in keeping the shared ownership and hotel industries buoyant during an unusually challenging year. 2010 has been a busy one for European resort developer Club La Costa Resorts & Hotels. Last year, twenty-five years after Chairman Roy Peires founded the company in 1984,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/259.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:20:00 +0000Turkey’s not just for Christmas as year-round visitor numbers swell The Silivri district just outside Istanbul will be taking off soon (literally) following the news that the district’s plans for a new airport, Turkey’s largest one to date, just got the green light. On the European side of the city, its overall capacity will be several times that of Istanbul’s existing Ataturk..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/260.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:18:00 +0000Kusadasi Golf & Spa will be the first mixed use residential resort with its own golf course in Turkey, and for CLC Club La Costa Resorts & Hotels will open a brand new resort in Kusadasi on Turkey’s Aegean coast next summer. Kusadasi Golf & Spa will be a first for both the resort developer, and Turkey, comprising a unique, mixed use residential development complete with its own..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/261.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:16:00 +0000Five Spanish cities in the top 10 most popular flight destinations – and Malaga's No.1 Skyscanner's January search results show Spain still reigns, as Britons look for “sun, sand and sangria” to escape the winter blues. Malaga tops the bill and five Spanish cities made the top ten. Faro and Dalaman (Turkey) also appear, implying that British travellers are dreaming of sunshine..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/262.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:14:00 +0000 Visitors will be able to fly into Turkey's Antalya airport this winter from three UK airports – Gatwick, East Midlands and Manchester, as two operators, Thomson and First Choice, extend their year-round flight schedules, making it easier for timeshare members to catch some winter sun in that region. Already one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations, Turkey is hoping that tourism in..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/263.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:12:00 +0000 UK off sites have been integral to the company’s success across its 25-year history, resuming in 1991 after a break in the 1980s. However, the continuing poor shape of the UK economy, have led to a major sales rethink. Fast response to changing trends is at the core of Club La Costa Resorts & Hotels’ ability to snatch success even from the jaws of the worst global recession to..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/265.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:07:00 +0000Following the success of their fractional developments in some of the world’s most scenic locations – the Greek Island of Samos, Spain, Italy, France, Bulgaria, Cornwall and the Caribbean among them - fractional property agents Barrasford & Bird have just this week released 24 new apartments in a coastal setting in North Devon, now available to early birds. This time the location..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/266.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:05:00 +0000 What makes a good idea great? Some are sparked by necessity, others take off when the time is right, and the best ideas in the holiday industry are based on meeting – preferably exceeding – the needs of the consumer. Not so long ago we all lived and breathed “a place in the sun.” We were busy buying villas in Vilamoura, doing up farmhouses in the Dordogne, transforming..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/267.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 13:03:00 +0000 The Registry Collection® exchange programme, the world’s largest luxury exchange programme, will be the headline sponsor of the Fractional Summit 2010 for the third consecutive year. The continued support of the event from The Registry Collection programme follows the success of the 2009 Summit and reflects the value of this international forum to the fractional trade market. The two-day..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/271.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:55:00 +0000 The Fractional and Shared Ownership Trade Association (FSOTA) has become a member of the trade body for vacation ownership, Resort Development Organisation (RDO). The Fractional and Shared Ownership Trade Association (FSOTA) has become a member of the trade body for vacation ownership, Resort Development Organisation (RDO). Formerly known as OTE (Organisation for Timeshare in Europe) RDO..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/272.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:49:00 +0000 What makes a good idea great? Some are sparked by necessity, others take off when the time is right, and the best ideas in the holiday industry are based on meeting – preferably exceeding – the needs of the consumer. Not so long ago we all lived and breathed “a place in the sun.” We were busy buying villas in Vilamoura, doing up farmhouses in the Dordogne, transforming..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/276.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:30:00 +0000 Resale advice When it comes to selling your timeshare, unless you do your homework properly you can end up losing money to unscrupulous companies, so RDO's advice is well worth following. And in the meantime, don’t be rushed into making any decisions you will later regret – a cold call could leave you significantly out of pocket! Your first step should be to check to see if..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/277.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:27:00 +0000 RDO (Resort Development Organisation) is the European trade body for the timeshare and fractional ownership industries. Formerly called OTE, it was created in 1998 to promote fair trading and growth within the timeshare industry and to encourage the highest service standards amongst its members. Timeshare and fractional ownership is an increasingly popular way of taking holidays and satisfaction..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/278.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:23:00 +0000 Key speakers and panelists will debate the “The Road Ahead” for the shared ownership industry Leading worldwide exchange organisation Interval International will be a platinum sponsor of this year’s RDO Conference entitled “The Road Ahead”. Delegates from all corners of the globe will be in southern Spain this October for the 2010 annual RDO Conference www.rdoconference.org..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/279.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:20:00 +0000 Is a timeshare the same as a holiday club? No. How do you tell the difference? Read on. The sales pitch is sounding good. Wonderful holidays in self-catering accommodation in some of the world’s most sought after locations that offer better value than staying in a hotel, often with better amenities and 24-hour concierge service. But before you sign on any dotted lines, are you buying timeshare....or..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/280.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:14:00 +0000 The conference format has been designed to involve the audience in informal discussions, giving them the opportunity to shape the debate and share experiences. RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced today that it will serve as Platinum Sponsor of the Resort Development Organisation’s first European timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/281.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:11:00 +0000 New Twitter feeds also announced by RDO This April, Paul Gardner Bougaard, RDO's Chief Executive, penned the first of a series of blogs on issues that are at the heart of our industry. The first blog is about the image of timeshare and Paul questions whether, despite the decline in consumer complaints - a fact that is widely acknowledged by bodies such as the OFT and the ECCs - we are now..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/282.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:04:00 +0000 This year’s RDO 2010 Conference “The Road Ahead” is shaping up to be a must-be-there event for everyone involved in the Europe’s shared ownership industry. High profile guest speakers are already confirmed and the two and a half day conference promises to be a unique opportunity to network and learn about the latest developments in the timeshare and fractional industries. Conference..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/283.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 12:02:00 +0000 RDO member resorts work around the clock to help holidaymakers caught in "ash" crisis With a massive backlog of flights now facing holidaymakers trying to get home, despite the opening of European airports, timeshare resorts which are members of the Resort Development Organisation (RDO) have been working tirelessly to provide emergency accommodation for stranded guests, helping them..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/284.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 11:55:00 +0000A series of Sky Television advertisement features for the Resort Development Organisation [RDO] are about to be broadcast, inviting people to find out more about the RDO, and the safety of buying timeshare with an RDO-approved member. It accompanies a series of programmes on timeshare sponsored by Worldwide Leisure Group. Click HERE to watch RDO televisionhttp://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/289.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 11:09:00 +0000 A new independent fund, established by The Organisation for Timeshare in Europe (renamed RDO, Resort Development Organisation in March 2009) to help timeshare owners protect their resorts from local or national legislation or disputes that may impact negatively on their resort. The new self-funded body is called The Timeshare Partnership Trust and will provide grants to resorts to help ensure..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/290.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 11:05:00 +0000The 2-day event promises to be groundbreaking On May 11 and 12, delegates from around the world will meet at the beach in the Bahamas for the first ever global networking exhibition, GNEX 2011. Over thirty speakers will take the stage over two days of innovative session topics at the iconic beachfront Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island. Keynote speakers include Craig M. Nash, Chairman, President..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/293.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:57:00 +0000Over eighty employees take part in Community Service Day Interval International employees showed their support of World Earth Day (April 22nd) last month when they came out in force to take part in the organisation’s annual Community Service Day. Staff in Miami turned their hands to some landscaping at the Fruit & Spice Park while London office staff volunteered their gardening skills..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/294.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:55:00 +0000Positive trends reinforce the region's appeal Aah, the Caribbean... Just the word itself conjures up images of sleek white yachts in the sun moored in clear turquoise waters. A playground for the rich and famous or anyone who likes living the good life at a slower pace. The region has long been a magnet for US residents as well as Europeans lucky enough to escape to Caribbean shores for a winter..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/295.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:54:00 +0000Arco del Saracino in Lido Marini is now part of the portfolio Arco del Saracino, a resort in the village of Lido Marini in Apuglia (or Puglia as it’s known in Britain) is now part of the Interval International portfolio. The region, famous for its distinctive white pointed “trulli” houses, is located at the “heel” of the boot of Italy. It’s one of the most charming..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/296.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:47:00 +0000ATHOC takes place 12-14 September at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Christchurch Craig M. Nash, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Interval Leisure Group will deliver this year’s keynote speech at the 2010 ATHOC event later this month. Two other Interval executives, Joe Hickman, Interval’s executive director Asia Pacific and Sean Farquhar, Interval’s executive director..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/297.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:44:00 +0000Tranquil escape showcases Bali’s natural beauty and easy living lifestyle Just steps from the sand in the east Bali town of Candi Dasa, at Bali Palms resort the pace is slow, the beaches are secluded and the setting is soothing – coastal breezes, swaying palms and panoramic views of the ocean. Bali Palms has just joined leading exchange organisation Interval International, part..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/299.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:15:00 +0000Venue: Elangeni Southern Sun, Durban, South Africa – 29-31 August Leading worldwide vacation exchange organisation Interval International will open one of the year’s most important timeshare and fractional ownership conferences, to be held at the Elangeni Southern Sun in Durban, South Africa from 29 to 31 August 2010. David Clifton, Interval’s managing director for Europe,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/301.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 18 May 2011 10:01:00 +0000Exchange company Interval International has added Aurum Vacation Club in Hajdúszoboszló, Hungary, to its global network of resorts. Located in one of the most popular spa areas in the region, the purpose-built resort. includes a mixture of studios and one- and two-bedroom units. The club offers guests a number of on-site amenities, including an indoor thermal water swimming pool, sauna,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/302.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 17 May 2011 09:48:00 +0000New to the shared ownership industry, Tau Resorts has joined the exchange network of Interval International. Both resorts enjoy stunning locations and will offer guests a chance to explore the rich history, culture and natural beauty both destinations have to offer. Tau nahui is the first beachfront shared ownership project in the portfolio. It’s part of aa 2,100-acre mixed-use community located..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/303.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 17 May 2011 09:35:00 +0000Peninsula Bay Resort Chooses Interval International Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc (Nasdaq: IILG), has added the Peninsula Bay Resort, situated on the Indonesian island of Bali, to its resort network. It is the latest vacation ownership property developed by British entrepreneurs, Roger and Alan..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/304.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 17 May 2011 09:33:00 +0000"Mjejane is another significant southern African addition to our network of worldwide resorts,” said Darren Ettridge, vice president resort sales and service for Europe, Middle East, and Africa for Interval International. Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), announced the addition..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/306.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:55:00 +0000Purchasers of fractional interests or single weeks will enjoy a spectacular range of amenities Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), has announced the affiliation of Emirates Vacation Club, a private residence club in the heart of Dubai, one of the seven emirates of the United Arab Emirates..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/308.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:52:00 +0000Latest Online Study Shows 88% of Members Happy With 'Their Share' Worldwide timeshare holiday exchange network Interval International recently surveyed a sample of US members from its membership database. The results are very positive, indicating that the vast majority are satisfied with their timeshare membership while a third are actively contemplating buying even more vacation time. The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/310.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:46:00 +0000Interval members have the opportunity to exchange into Marriott Vacation Club’s beach, ski, golf, spa, and themed-entertainment resorts in internationally recognized vacation destinations 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..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/312.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:42:00 +0000It’s always good to talk. Though it’s far more important to listen, especially when it’s your members and customers who are doing the talking! During the sunniest and hottest weekend in the UK this year, as many as 140 RCI member couples turned out to the first 2011 RCI Members’ Events held at the company’s Kettering offices. Split 50/50 across two days, 70 RCI Weeks..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/314.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:31:00 +0000RCI is proud to once again be the Global Title Sponsor of the Christel House Charity Golf Open and welcomes Nexus Leisure as Signature Sponsor of the European Events. The RCI Christel House Charity Golf Open, now in its ninth year, has become a highlight of the timeshare industry’s fundraising calendar. A charity golf tournament on a global scale, the Christel House Open hosts tournaments..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/315.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:28:00 +0000Salutaris Thermal Resort and Kartas Thermal & Spa Resort offer RCI members two new distinctive spa and wellbeing holiday experiences Turkey has been one of the biggest success stories in the travel and resort development industry this year. Now travellers keen to sample Turkey’s wellbeing holidays can enjoy a taste of some Turkish spa delights at two resorts that joined RCI recently:..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/316.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:26:00 +0000RCI has introduced a new set of enhancements to its members to make a good product even better. It has just launched some exciting changes, increasing the “trading power” of members’ points and weeks. Members can now see the exact trading power of their deposit week and directly compare it to the trading power of other deposit weeks at destinations that appeal for future vacations. They..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/317.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:24:00 +0000Seasonal ownership now available at the Mull of Kintyre golf resort New Open champion Louis Oosthuizen, the smiling young South African who made winning the St. Andrews championship in high winds look like a breeze, knows just how breathtaking playing Scotland’s links courses can be. Scottish golf is as famous as its whisky and Hogmanay parties, and now there’s a new links course..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/318.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:21:00 +0000RCI recently launched two new iPhone apps that let users share their holiday experiences with friends. The leading holiday exchange organisation designed the new applications as part of its innovative social media marketing strategy. As Twitter, YouTube, blogs and Facebook are now part of everyday life, what better way to plan and share holiday experiences than via. social media and mobile marketing? RCI..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/320.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:14:00 +0000Executives and students analyse “The Future of the Shared Industry in Europe” at one day Strategy Challenge at l’Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne Final year students at the Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne, Switzerland, one of Europe’s most important hotel training schools, have been studying the shared ownership business as part of their curriculum. Recently a select group of the..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/321.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:11:00 +0000There’s still time to sign up for one of the year’s most popular charity events, the RCI Christel House Charity Golf Day. The 2010 event takes place at Ealing Golf Club in Perivale, where some of the timeshare and hospitality industries’ keenest golfers will be clubbing together to help raise funds for the Christel House children’s charity. The organisation helps children..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/322.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:08:00 +0000The conference format has been designed to involve the audience in informal discussions, giving them the opportunity to shape the debate and share experiences. RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced today that it will serve as Platinum Sponsor of the Resort Development Organisation’s first European timeshare conference,..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/323.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 17:07:00 +0000The SkiStar resort properties join 17 more resorts in Sweden which are part of the RCI holiday exchange network RCI today announced that SkiStar, one of the Nordic region’s strongest hospitality brands, has affiliated two of its resorts – SkiStar Vacation Club Fjällhotell and SkiStar Vacation Club Snötorget – with RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange. The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/325.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 16:59:00 +0000Timeshare owners can enjoy India at the Solluna Resort The Solluna Resort has been added to the RCI network, meaning the timeshare organisation now has over 80 affiliated resorts in India. Located in the country's largest wildlife sanctuary, Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand, the Solluna Resort provides timeshare owners with peace and quiet as well as some pleasant natural surroundings. There..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/326.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 16 May 2011 16:54:00 +0000 Twenty-five years ago, Tenerife-based resort management company WimPen was part of construction giant George Wimpey’s European empire; today, WimPen provides management services for 13 resorts and communities in Tenerife, Lanzarote, La Gomera and the Costa del Sol, servicing 15,000 property owners. MD Ivan Pengelly, who heads up the management team, led the management buyout of Wimpey..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/332.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 10:19:00 +0000 Jennie Thompson, MD of Malaga-based Leisure Solutions SL, and board member of the official timeshare owner-run Timeshare Association (TATOC) www.tatoc.org, is about to take up a new role as vice president of the British Chamber of Commerce’s Regional Committee of Andalucia. Thompson, who is also an elected member of the BCCS Governing Council, has a wealth of experience within the timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/333.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 10:17:00 +0000On 17th September 2009, the Tenerife Timeshare resorts of Resort Properties joined the elite family of TATOC Accredited Resorts during an informal ceremony with Harry Taylor, CEO of TATOC. Mr Taylor presented Mark Cushway, Managing Director of Resort Properties, with the official TATOC flags in recognition of their high standards of ethics in sales and marketing and their dedication to following..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/334.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 10:13:00 +0000 New holiday rental website lets timeshare owners rent unused weeks to holidaymakers searching for resort accommodation Holiday Letting Shop (“HLS”) is a new site that bridges the gap between individual timeshare owners (as well as resorts with available inventory) and holidaymakers looking for resort-based self-catering accommodation. www.holidaylettingshop.com is a live search..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/335.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 10:10:00 +0000 Formed in 1989, TATOC is the timeshare association operated by timeshare owners for timeshare owners, and its objectives include upholding quality standards within the timeshare industry. This year's event promises to be one of the best yet, with keynote speaker Stephen J. Cloobeck, Chairman and CEO of Diamond Resorts International and Ramy Filo, President of ATHOC (the Australian Timeshare..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/336.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 10:07:00 +0000 The idea behind the programme is to educate everyone who has wanted to know about timeshare, in the comfort of their own home. Just recently Harry Taylor the CEO for TATOC has spent a lot of his time travelling backwards and forwards to London where he has been working alongside Philip Watson of Worldwide Leisure Group in creating a first within the history of Timeshare. For many years now..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/337.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 05 May 2011 09:53:00 +0000 A new independent fund, established by The Organisation for Timeshare in Europe (renamed RDO, Resort Development Organisation in March 2009) to help timeshare owners protect their resorts from local or national legislation or disputes that may impact negatively on their resort. The new self-funded body is called The Timeshare Partnership Trust and will provide grants to resorts to help ensure..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/341.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 13:07:00 +0000 At a trial in Fuengirola that took place on May 9th, six individuals pleaded guilty to fraud and four to ‘illicit association’. A further seven failed to turn up at court. The accused accepted sentences of between one and two years in prison and must refund their 300 victims the total amount defrauded, ie € 500,000. It is, however, unlikely that they will serve custodial sentences. Most..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/344.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 13:01:00 +0000 Personal Travel Group and Geo Demographic Market Research in breach of OFT rules The High Court has granted the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) enforcement orders against two holiday clubs: Personal Travel Group Limited (PTG) and Geo Demographic Market Research Ltd (GDMR). The orders also apply to seven individuals, two of whom are directors of PTG and were directors of holiday club Incentive leisure..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/345.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:59:00 +0000 We have been asked to highlight that there is no link whatsoever between www.travelandleisureuk.co.uk, which provides holidays around the world, and RDO resale member Travel and Leisure, based in Sunbury Suffolk. If you have any queries about the validity of a company, always check with RDO on info@rdo.orghttp://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/347.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:55:00 +0000 The exchange company RCI has received reports from some of its Members that they have been contacted by persons claiming to represent the above organisation who have falsely represented that Resort Service and Care/ RSC is linked to RCI. RCI would like to make clear that it has no relationship whatsoever with Resort Service and Care/ RSC. http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/348.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:53:00 +0000 It has come to light that a company based in Spain (Menorca) has been claiming to be working for RDO member Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket. Owners have been called by a company calling themselves “World Sales Group”. The caller allegedly states that they are working for Worldwide Timeshare Hypermarket and that “we have had a computer problem and our data has been lost. We therefore..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/351.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:13:00 +0000 The exchange company RCI reports that a company known and trading as Viva Sol is making unauthorised use of the RCI name. RCI has no relationship with Viva Sol. http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/352.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:12:00 +0000 If you’ve been browsing the Owners Action website and have read the article about RDO’s enforcement work, you should be aware that Owners Action, which acts as marketer for ITRA, is not associated with RDO in any way whatsoever. Neither Owners Action nor ITRA market or sell timeshare but instead invite timeshare owners to join a class action against their resort or exchange company...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/353.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:10:00 +0000 Earlier this week, the OFT announced that it has launched court action against three companies and individuals involved in the marketing or sale of holiday club memberships and other similar products, alleging that the traders mislead people about the sale of their timeshares. The companies involved are Incentive Leisure Group Limited, Personal Travel Group Limited and Geo Demographic Market Research..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/356.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:06:00 +0000 The police in Spain have closed down 9 companies in Benalmadena, Costa del Sol and have arrested 4 British Nationals allegedly behind the companies, including one individual who had been sought by Interpol. Members of the public who believe they may have been defrauded by any of these companies should contact RDO’s enforcement team on enforcement@rdo.org as a matter of urgency. The enforcement..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/357.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 12:05:00 +0000 On 1st December 1st 2010, the Spanish National Police arrested 25 people who were behind 10 fraudulent timeshare resale companies operating from Tenerife. Most of the arrested people are Germans and their victims, timeshare owners, share the same nationality. It is reported that when contacting timeshare owners, the gang claimed to work in conjunction with notaries and even adopted the names of..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/358.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 11:55:00 +0000 It has been brought to the attention of RDO (Resort Development Organisation) that a business may be operating fraudulently under the guise of affiliate Travel and Leisure Group and undertaking a cold calling programme to timeshare owners. This company is contacting timeshare owners pretending to be Travel and Leisure and asking them to part with large sums of money to sell their timeshare week...http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/359.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 11:54:00 +0000The exchange company RCI reports that a company known and trading as Bon Accord International is making unauthorised use of the RCI name. RCI has no relationship with Bon Accord International.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/360.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 11:52:00 +0000The exchange company RCI has reported that various marketing companies in Tenerife, notably Reixofrio S.L. and Regency Shores S.L., are making unauthorised use of the RCI name in association with the marketing of a points based product branded "EZE Group". RCI has no relationship with any product branded "EZE Group" or either of the 2 marketing companies mentioned above.http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/362.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 11:27:00 +0000Resale advice When it comes to selling your timeshare, unless you do your homework properly you can end up losing money to unscrupulous companies, so RDO's advice is well worth following. And in the meantime, don’t be rushed into making any decisions you will later regret – a cold call could leave you significantly out of pocket! Your first step should be to check to see if your..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/363.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 18 Apr 2011 11:13:00 +0000 This year’s event returns to the Don Carlos Resort & Spa, Marbella - September 26-28 “Mapping The Future” Last year’s “The Road Ahead” RDO conference in Marbella was one of the most talked-about events on the shared ownership calendar. This September, RDO returns to Marbella’s exclusive beachfront Don Carlos Resort & Spa. The theme is “Mapping..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/411.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Dec 2010 14:35:00 +0000 Karma Royal Group acquires the Alpen Club Top timeshare group Karma Royal has acquired the Alpen Club in Schliersee, in the Bavarian Alps in Germany, bringing the number of resorts in its portfolio to eighteen. Karma is famous for its designer, spa-style resorts in Thailand and Indonesia and the move to acquire a resort in Europe is significant. Owner John Spence has indicated that he intends..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/412.aspxGo TimeshareTue, 07 Dec 2010 14:33:00 +0000 Belek hosts the International Golf Travel Market 2011 Turkey will be welcoming some of the world’s top golf industry delegates this winter when its golfing region Belek hosts the IGTM November 14-17. It will be the first time the country has hosted the event which is now in its thirteenth year. Mark Walsh, director of IFTM, says Turkey looks set to tee off as the next big golf destination “The..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/413.aspxGo TimeshareSat, 04 Dec 2010 17:19:00 +0000 Pestana Berlin Tiergarten overlooks the city’s largest park With its breezy, sea-blue design palette in the bedrooms, panoramic views of Tiergarten Park (Berlin’s biggest green space) and an outdoor terrace that serves tapas, guests will notice more than a nod to Pestana’s Portuguese roots at the Pestana Berlin Tiergarten. The restaurant’s Mediterranean menu includes..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/415.aspxGo TimeshareThu, 04 Nov 2010 17:19:00 +0000 Celebrating excellence in the global shared ownership industry No less than 34 accolades – in the form of beautiful crystal trophies - were awarded to the winning companies and individuals at the first ever GNEX 2011 event held at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas recently. The winners were presented with their trophies at the Perspective Magazine Awards on 12th May during a lavish gala..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/416.aspxGo TimeshareMon, 04 Oct 2010 17:19:00 +0000 To donate, visit JustGiving.com/Bryan-Lunt Shaving seven minutes off last year’s finishing time for a 2011 personal best, Absolute Group CEO Bryan Lunt completed the Bintan Triathlon during the weekend of 21st-22nd May in a fundraising effort for Christel House. Lunt completed the triathlon in Bintan (an hour from Singapore) in 1:37:11, seven minutes quicker than last year, despite squeezing..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/417.aspxGo TimeshareSat, 04 Sep 2010 17:19:00 +0000 Opens Regional Sales Office in Cape Town Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services, continues to strengthen its commitment in South Africa, with the opening of its resort sales and service office in Cape Town and its ongoing support of the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA). Interval established a market presence in 2008 through an exclusive..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/418.aspxGo TimeshareWed, 04 Aug 2010 17:19:00 +0000 The Foreign Office is warning holidaymakers of the dangers of violent attacks in the Algarve following the death of a British tourist in the popular resort of Albufeira. Fifty-year-old Ian Haggarth from Gateshead in Tyneside died last week after being beaten by four youths. His death follows an attack of an Irish man in the same resort last month. The Foreign Office has updated its travel advice..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/421.aspxGo TimeshareFri, 04 Jun 2010 17:19:00 +0000 UK food tour dates begin Sunday 5th June in Regent Street “A Taste of Spain” returns to London this week for the sixth year running, with tapas, jamon, sherry pouring and wine tasting all on the line up. The first leg of the food tour launches in London’s Regent Street on Sunday 5th June (noon-7pm) when visitors will be able to savour the flavours of the regions of Spain. There..http://www.gotimeshare.org/news-items/423.aspxGo TimeshareSun, 04 Apr 2010 17:19:00 +0000