So why join RDO?
Soul searching “So Why Join RDO?” and why this topic? For the very simple reason it would be pretty amazing if the one or two Finance Managers, Managing Directors, Board Members or one or two senior Executive didn’t ask that question – “Why do we pay this money to RDO?”. Likewise I don’t think I’d be doing my job properly if I didn’t ask myself that same question, if only to ensure that whatever RDO is doing, it is doing for the benefit of its members. But let’s be clear from the very beginning, I am not going to try to prove the...
Blue Diamond Resorts joins Interval exchange network with Six World-Class all-inclusive properties
Interval International, a leading travel membership company, has welcomed six luxurious all-inclusive resorts within the Blue Diamond Resorts (BDR) portfolio to its global exchange network. With exquisite beachfront locations in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, Interval International members now have access to these unique properties. Resorts include Royalton CHIC Cancun, Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, Royalton Riviera Cancun, Royalton CHIC Punta Cana, Royalton Bavaro and Planet Hollywood Cancun. As part of this new affiliation, Prime Travelers Club by BDR members at these six resorts will join Interval International and gain access to a variety of travel and leisure benefits, including the ability...
We Are Water Foundation Kicks Off “Walkathons For Water”
We Are Water Foundation and 26 resorts managed by Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) in Europe and the U.K., join forces once again to kick off the second edition of their solidarity initiative "Walkathons For Water" with 21 walks in 21 European cities in Spain, U.K., France, Italy, Portugal and Austria. These charity walks will be held between July and December 2024, and will raise funds to bring water and sanitation to the most remote parts of India and Tanzania. This year, seven Walkathons will be held in Spain; nine in the U.K.; two in France; one in Italy; one in Portugal and one...
FNTC America, Ltd. (FNTCA) Announces acquisition of White Rock Group, LLC and the merger of Hayes, Johnson & Conley P.L.L.C with Eck, Collins & Richardson, PL
Orlando, Florida: FNTC America, Ltd. (FNTCA), an IQ-EQ Group company that serves the U.S. timeshare industry, announces today that it is expanding its suite of services with the acquisition of White Rock Group, LLC (WR), the title agency affiliated with Hayes, Johnson & Conley P.L.L.C (HJC). Additionally, FNTCA is pleased to announce that HJC has merged with Eck, Collins & Richardson (ECR). ECR and FNTCA have a strategic partnership that allows both businesses to provide seamless title, trustee, foreclosure, escrow and legal services to their shared clients. The transaction is effective March 13 2024. “We’re thrilled to welcome the WR team...
Timeshare exchange pioneer RCI commemorates 50th anniversary
World’s first vacation exchange company celebrates major milestone with special branding and member travel deals on 50,000+ getaways throughout 2024. RCI®, the world’s leading vacation exchange company, today commemorates its 50th Anniversary, marking 50 years since it pioneered the sharing economy by transforming the timeshare industry with the introduction of the first vacation exchange platform. To celebrate this milestone, the company is rolling out special “RCI 50” branding and a dedicated website hub, as well as offering travel deals throughout the year on 50,000+ getaways to its 3.5 million members worldwide. In honor of five decades as the leader in timeshare exchange, RCI is introducing...
Travel + Leisure Co. Continues Brand Portfolio Expansion with Acquisition of Accor Vacation Club
Travel + Leisure Co.(NYSE:TNL), the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, announced an agreement to acquire the vacation ownership business of global hospitality giant Accor (AC:FP) for US$48.4 million. The acquisition is expected to close in the first quarter of 2024 and to be immediately accretive to Travel + Leisure Co. earnings upon completion. Under the terms of the deal, Travel + Leisure Co. will acquire Accor’s vacation ownership business, Accor Vacation Club, representing 24 resorts and nearly 30,000 members. Accor is the largest international hotel chain in the Asia Pacific with more than 1,600 hotels in operation, given the...
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...
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. ...
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...
Interval International adds UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA to its growing network of elite resorts
Interval International recently affiliated UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA, one of RCD Hotels’ luxury Mexico properties. With ocean views and pristine white beaches, the adults-only resort connects each guest to the pulse of the local culture through cuisine, spa treatments, and curated adventures. Its all-inclusive concept encourages indulgence without limits, and cultivates a modern, one-of-a-kind vacation. “We’re thrilled to be working with UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA, which has quickly cemented itself as one of the best resorts in the region with a significant number of awards and accolades,” says Alexis Ralph, Interval’s VP of business development, Latin America. “The...