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Interval International releases its top travel destinations for 2024 to inspire vacation enthusiasts Interval International, a leading travel membership company, today announced its top destinations for 2024.  For nearly 50 years, Interval has offered benefits and flexibility for vacation enthusiasts to explore the world's most desired destinations. Using data(1) from its nearly 1.6-million members worldwide, the company has compiled a list of its most in-demand destinations across its network of more than 3,200 affiliated resorts in over 90 countries and territories.  While Interval members continue to seek out vacations in popular spots such as the Hawaiian Islands and across Florida, both known for...

4 Oct 2023

RCI Europe’s new addition – Circle by Melia

Club Melia, the holiday ownership arm of Spain-based Melia Hotels International has recently launched its new membership concept ‘Circle by Melia’ into Europe. Circle by Melia members have unrestricted access to Melia’s global presence, with a portfolio of more than 350 hotels and resorts. The first sales operation has now opened at the Grand Melia Palacio de Isora, in southern Tenerife,  and will gradually expand into other destinations within the Canaries and Balearic Islands, as well as in mainland Spain.  This is a great addition for RCI and will add more resort options for members in extremely popular destinations. ...

13 Jun 2023

Anfi Vacation Club continues relationship with RCI

RCI are delighted to have just signed the renewal of the Master Affiliation Agreement with Anfi Vacation Club. With a longstanding history, the inception of the relationship between RCI and ANFI started over 30 years ago in 1992 when RCI first affiliated with Anfi Beach Club. Anfi Vacation Club was then created in July 2003 and has been pivotal in the progression of the Anfi Group becoming one of the top Vacation Membership companies in Europe ever since. Currently there are 4 resorts located on the idyllic south coast of Gran Canaria in Anfi Del Mar, Mogan that offer luxury suites, stunning tropical...

12 May 2023

RCI welcomes Unlimited Vacation Club into Europe

RCI has recently welcomed the expansion of the Inclusive Collection, part of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Unlimited Vacation Club® into Europe. Within the collection’s presence in Europe are the brands: Zoëtry® Wellness & Spa Resorts, Secrets® and Dreams® Resorts & Spas and Alua Hotels & Resorts®. This integration of more than 20 resorts into Europe gives RCI members access to a range of new accommodation that deliver immersive and elevated experiences in uniquely beautiful and unforgettable destinations like Spain and Greece. With Inclusive Collection’s continued growth of its all-inclusive brand footprint, there are exciting plans for five resorts to open in...

28 Mar 2023

V Club, S Hotel

RCI, the world’s leading travel network for owners of holiday properties, has recently signed an agreement with a new affiliation in Turkey.  The V Club S Hotel Cesme located in Izmir (third biggest city of Turkey) combines both investment and holiday model properties.  Robin Mills, Vice President Business Development, Europe, Middle East, Africa, India and Asia Pacific is delighted with this new affiliation and said “V Club is a young and successful club founded in Turkey by visionary developers. The RCI affiliation of V Club’s first resort, The S Hotel, will bring dynamism to the sector and a well desired inventory to...

16 Mar 2023

Aria Vacation Club

RCI is delighted to announce the brand new affiliation with Aria Vacation Club in Dubai. This is the first points based club in Dubai with RCI providing the external exchange service to the club. Dubai’s most recognised beachfront community Palm Jumeirah is home to the stunning Balqis Residence.  Sitting at the top of Palm Jumeirah with its private resort beach and panoramic views of Dubai marina, the Balqis Residence has a secured gated community and offers a tranquil escape. Hosting a variety of restaurants offering regional and international cuisine, a mix of adult, family and kids pools, a professionally run kids club plus...

22 Dec 2022

Interval International co-sponsors development program for Caribbean Hospitality and Tourism professionals

Interval International, a leading worldwide provider of vacation services, recently co-sponsored an educational conference for hospitality professionals in Eagle Beach, Aruba. The program ran from Nov. 26th to Dec. 13th at the La Cabana Beach Resort and Casino, organized by the Aruba Timeshare Association (ATSA) and Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association Education Foundation (CHTAEF).  More than 300 Aruba-based hospitality professionals from over 30 companies attended the conference, which provided participants with full-day, interactive workshops. Industry training professionals led sessions focused on housekeeping, food and beverage, and supervising personnel.  “ATSA would like to thank Interval International for its sponsorship of this important event,...

20 Dec 2022

Interval International hosts 29th Annual Toy Fest to benefit the children of South Miami

Interval International, a leading worldwide provider of vacation services, held its annual Holiday Toy Fest on Dec. 14 at the Gibson Bethel Community Center benefitting the City of South Miami.  Children from local families received holiday gifts and visited with Santa Claus and his elves. The festive event included face painting and games to spread cheer around the community.  Interval’s members and clientele stretch across the globe, but the company maintains a strong focus on South Miami, where its world headquarters calls home. Over 30 volunteers from Interval made the Holiday Toy Fest possible. For more than 46 years, the company has...

16 Nov 2022

Hilton Grand Vacations (Formerly Diamond Resorts) European Resorts Have Been Recognized with a “SILVER” Award by World Tourism Responsible Awards During the 2022 WTM London Event.

The awards, first launched in 2004, recognise and reward businesses and destinations that are contributing to a more sustainable and responsible tourism industry. Winners were chosen by a group of industry experts, which met online to allow for an internationally diverse panel. WTM Rest of the World Responsible Tourism Awards 2022 – Responsible Tourism Partnership Out of nine categories, 24 of the 30 European resorts, which were previously Diamond Brand Resorts prior to the acquisition with Hilton Grand Vacations in August 2021, submitted a nomination for “Conserving Water and Improving Water Security and Supply for Neighbours,” as the partnership with the Spanish...

12 May 2022

Interval International and Westgate Resorts extend 30-year relationship

 Interval International, a leading worldwide provider of vacation services, has renewed its decades-long affiliation with industry-leading resort developer Westgate Resorts. Expanding on a relationship that began in 1991, the continuation of this long-standing affiliation includes 20 Westgate properties in premier travel destinations throughout the United States.  “For more than 30 years, Interval International has been an incredible partner, enabling our company’s tremendous growth,” said David Siegel, founder, president and CEO of Westgate Resorts. “The flexible exchange options and valuable benefits they offer have helped us not only increase sales but owner satisfaction as well.”  As members of Interval International, Westgate owners enjoy...