“The golden age of timeshare is ahead of us, not behind us,” was the message from Howard Nusbaum, President and CEO of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), during a recent visit to South Africa. He said that 2017 was a strong year for the global timeshare industry, which today …

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Here are some of the leading reasons that are making timeshare (also referred to as shared vacation ownership) the preferred vacation lifestyle, especially among millennials and young families seeking quality vacations that are affordable. 1. Reputability - the industry is led by top global hospita…

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When busy work schedules demand 50 weeks of the year and leave us with only a 2-week break – can you afford to gamble with your family vacation? You could look at a holiday brochure and pay the package price, but the rest is a gamble until you get there and open the door to your room. And, we a…

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Not only is shared vacation ownership good for our health by ensuring that we take regular holidays, it’s also good for our country’s economy. According to a 2016 worldwide Oxford Economics Industry Study, the timeshare industry spans the globe with 5 491 resorts, 194 million room nights and an…

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Location is everything, especially when it comes to uninterrupted sea views and being a stone throw away from direct access to South Africa’s best beaches. With more properties than any other vacation option, timeshare owners and vacation club members are in ‘pole position’ to soak up the sun …

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The global forecast is ‘sunny skies ahead’ for vacation ownership, and particularly for the South African market. As a dynamic industry that is diverse in its makeup and formidable in size with over 5 300 resorts in 121 countries and supporting nearly 1.3 million jobs, it is safe to say that v…

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We know that vacations are good for our health and relationships, but it’s also good for the country’s economy. With the celebration of Tourism Month under this year’s international theme of Sustainable Tourism for Development, vacation ownership can take pride in being one of the robust areas…

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What makes a great vacation? While some say it’s the destination, being with your loved ones and even the weather - research has revealed that the most important factor is actually a kitchen. ARDA (American Resort Development Association) International Foundation found in an omnibus survey that…

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Taking a vacation should never be a “maybe”, it’s one of life’s necessities - so choosing a destination should be like escaping to your very own piece of paradise. Whether its relaxing in luxurious surroundings, exploring new adventures or returning to favourite retreats – making the disce…

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According to a recent worldwide omnibus survey, on average South African shared vacation owners spend 6.5 more days on vacation than their non-owner counterparts. This was revealed by the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) International Foundation (AIF), who conducted their 2016 surv…

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