Interval International Brazil-resident members travel often and own several timeshare weeks or its equivalent in points
Interval International, revealed that 60 percent of its Brazil-resident members reported traveling domestically at least one week per year and more than 50 percent said they travel internationally one week or more per year. Approximately half indicated that they own at least two weeks — or the equivalent of two weeks in points — of vacation time. , a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services These findings are from the Interval International 2018 Membership Profile, Brazil Edition, which was developed from a sample of Brazil-resident vacation owners maintaining an active Interval membership. The online study was undertaken to provide insights for...
It’s a mad world my masters
Used by Nicholas Breton a pamphleteer in 1603 and 2 years later was the title of a Jacobean comedy by Thomas Middleton. I have managed to stay off the subject of Brexit for some time now, but events of the last few weeks can hardly be allowed to pass without comment (well that’s my excuse). Difficult to know where to start, but I suppose events post the “Chequers agreement” is good enough. First David Davis, then Boris (late as usual whilst he decides where his best advantage lies) – Theresa May must have been secretly relieved to see him go and...
GDPR and other legislative matters
People’s decision about where to travel, what to do when they get there and which hotel or resort to stay in when they decide to take a vacation are certainly all very important, but they also want to feel when they book their holidays that they have complete confidence that their data is safe, and that they have legal protection from the companies they choose to book their travel, accommodation and excursions with. If they don’t have this feeling of safety and protection, then they are likely to look for alternative options. This is why it is so important that businesses...
Adventure travel done differently – G Adventures a global success with Brian Young – Managing Director, EMEA at G Adventures
The world of Travel & Tourism today is very different from how it was over three decades ago, with the internet only just starting to have a big impact in the world by the mid 1990s. There have been several factors that have brought huge changes within this industry including greater access to technology and therefore more information, and rising levels of disposable income. For much of the past most tourists were generally fairly conservative about the style of holidays they took, and relied on travel agents to design standard holidays for them such as a week in a resort near...
Another judgement made against International Timeshare Refund Action (ITRA)
International Timeshare Refund Action (ITRA) have had a judgement made against them in a court action brought by a consumer. The action was supported by KwikChex, which manages the Timeshare Task Force on RDO’s behalf. On 4th June, ITRA, which failed to turn up in court and defend the claim, were ordered to refund a consumer all the monies he paid to them plus costs – a total of over £5700. For more information, go to https://timesharetaskforce.org/2018/06/28/another-judgement-issued-against-itra-in-court-and-this-time-they-dont-even-show-up/...
Interval International and the Absolute World Group sign exclusive affiliation agreement
Interval International has entered into an exclusive, multi-year master affiliation agreement with the Absolute World Group, the founding company behind Absolute Vacation Club. The contract extends the relationship first established in 2004 and encompasses four existing club properties, as well as any future resorts developed or acquired during the term of the agreement. “The Absolute World Group firmly established itself in Asia many years ago and has grown to be a respected developer of boutique properties in very desirable Asian destinations,” said Joe Hickman, Interval’s vice president and executive director of resort sales and service for Asia Pacific. “It has been...
The Secret to Winning Awesome Guest Reviews with Danica Davis – Product Specialist, ReviewPro
In today’s Travel & Tourism environment, customer expectations are at an all time high due to a number of important factors. There is now a tremendous choice of different options available to those wishing to travel including cheaper air fares, a greater variety of places to stay than ever before because of new disruptive brands such as Airbnb, and incredible experiences to try while on your next holiday because of innovative brands like G Adventures. Whereas before, travellers were more restricted to a limited set of companies that were able to monopolise their attention, the world of Travel & Tourism has...
Resort Management in a World of Diversity with José Luis Mella – Resorts Operations Director, VRI Europe
The way people choose to travel, the destinations they are deciding to visit and the expectations they have of the accomodation they stay in are in a significant state of change. Of course the situation in the Travel & Tourism sector has always been evolving, as technology, demands and aspirations have adapted, but there has been somewhat of a revolution in recent decades. Travellers are now designing their own holidays and becoming more adventurous in terms of where they choose to travel and what they want to do on their holidays. This represents a big difference from the average traveller...
Karma Group acquires two new resorts in the heart of the Normandy countryside in France
Karma Group has announced the acquisition of Karma Manoir des Deux Amants and Karma Residence Normande on the banks of the river Seine in the heart of picturesque Normandy in the French countryside. Comprising 49 apartments between them, the resorts are superbly situated just an hour and twenty minutes from central Paris. The spectacular location in Normandy offers guests the opportunity to unwind and discover lush landscapes, medieval towns, castles and beaches. The resorts are just outside the charming village of Connelles, deep in Impressionist country, and close to the medieval town of Rouen with its historic castles and cathedrals. The spacious and...
New Zealand’s Taupo Ika Nui resort selects Interval International
Interval International has announced its agreement with Taupo Ika Nui Resort to provide a broad range of programs and services that enhance the benefits of ownership and reinforce the value of exchange. The resort is in the heart of New Zealand’s North Island and overlooks Lake Taupo, the country’s largest freshwater lake. “Taupo Ika Nui is very popular with families who enjoy the outdoor lifestyle owing to its location in a stunning year-round vacation destination. Our owners and guests have access to a wide array of experiences, from delving into local Māori culture, river cruising and white-water rafting, to snowboarding and...