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Articles Tagged With "Geoff Ballotti"


RCI Welcomes 22 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

August 4, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, News By Region, RCI by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI®, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added 22 new resorts to its vacation exchange network in the second quarter of 2010. This includes resorts added to RCI® Weeks, RCI Points® and The Registry Collection® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program, with seven of the resorts coming from existing affiliated developers and four resorts under development.

RCI CEO Appointed To Christel House Board Of Directors

June 10, 2010 in All News, Christel House International, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

Christel House International today announced that Geoff Ballotti, CEO of RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), has been appointed to the Christel House International Board of Directors.

RCI TV Viewed Over 1 Million Times In Less Than Six Months, Celebrates With All-Inclusive Resort Vacation Giveaway

May 25, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, RCI, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

Planning a vacation has never been easier – just ask the viewers that have already tuned in to RCI® TV more than 1 million times for advice on where to eat, stay and play in the most popular destinations around the globe.

RCI Welcomes 32 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

May 12, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Latin America, Middle East, News By Region, RCI, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added 32 new resorts, including five resorts from existing affiliations, to the world’s largest vacation exchange network in the first quarter of 2010. The additions include five resorts under construction as well as three from The Registry Collection® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and one of the three worldwide exchange programs under the RCI® umbrella.

RCI Welcomes 32 New Affiliated Resorts To Its Global Portfolio

May 12, 2010 in extra by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added 32 new resorts, including five resorts from existing affiliations, to the world’s largest vacation exchange network in the first quarter of 2010. The additions include five resorts under construction as well as three from The Registry Collection® program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and one of the three worldwide exchange programs under the RCI® umbrella.

RCI And The Christie Lodge Announce Affiliation Renewal

April 27, 2010 in All News, Featured News, News By Region, RCI, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), and The Christie Lodge in Avon, Colorado, recently announced the renewal of their longstanding affiliation agreement.

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals Receives 2010 ‘Best Places To Work’ In New Jersey Award

April 25, 2010 in All News, News By Region, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange and the European leader in vacation rentals and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced it was named one of the 2010 ‘Best Places to Work’ in New Jersey at a ceremony held last Thursday evening at the Hilton East Brunswick.

“The Inn Crowd” Takes On A Whole New Meaning For RCI And Innseason Resorts

March 23, 2010 in All News, Group RCI, Innseasons Resorts, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI® subscribing members dreaming of a vacation at a mountain resort in New Hampshire or a quaint, harbor-side retreat on Cape Cod, Mass., now have even more choices as the global leader in vacation exchange welcomes InnSeason Resorts® to its global network. RCI and InnSeason Resorts, creators of the Northeast Experience® and leading providers of resort vacation and ownership opportunities, have announced the completion of a new multi-year affiliation relationship that will allow eligible InnSeason owners, who become RCI members, access to a broad array of exciting vacation opportunities.

The Registry Collection® Program Now Spans Over 175 Properties In 29 Countries

March 23, 2010 in Africa, All News, Caribbean and Mexico, Group RCI, Latin America, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

The Registry Collection program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program, one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN) and one of the three worldwide exchange programs under the RCI umbrella, today announced that it welcomed 24 new resort destination properties in 2009, bringing its total number of properties available for exchange or under development to 175 in 29 countries.

Innseason Resorts Join RCI’s Global Network

March 23, 2010 in All News, Group RCI, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

World’s largest vacation exchange company commemorates new affiliation at ARDA

In front of thousands of vacation ownership industry leaders at the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) 2010 Convention and Exposition in Las Vegas, Nevada, RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange, and InnSeason Resorts®, creators of the Northeast Experience® and leading providers of resort vacation and ownership opportunities, celebrated a new multi-year affiliation relationship that will allow eligible InnSeason owners who become RCI members access to a broad array of exciting vacation opportunities.

The Innsbruck Aspen Residences Welcomed By The Registry Collection® To Its Global Portfolio

March 22, 2010 in All News, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

High-end resort in renowned Colorado ski area joins world’s largest luxury exchange program

The Registry Collection program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), and The Innsbruck Aspen Residences, a luxury residence located in the town of Aspen, Colo., today announced a long-term affiliation agreement.

Over 100 New Resorts In 2009 Welcomed By RCI

March 16, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Group RCI, Latin America, Middle East, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

World’s largest vacation exchange company continues to grow stronger, offering more
value to affiliates

Demonstrating that vacation exchange remains a bright spot in the travel industry, RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), announced that it added more than 100 new resorts, including 10 properties under development, to the world’s largest vacation exchange network.

RCI’s Big Reveal On Growth Of Leisure Real Estate In Asia

March 16, 2010 in All News, Asia, Group RCI, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), will host senior executives and decision makers in the hospitality and leisure real estate industries at the RCI® Asia Leisure Real Estate Symposium on 22-23 April 2010 in Singapore where RCI will reveal the secrets of successful vacation exchange.

Renewal Of Hilton Grand Vacations Affiliation Agreement For Vacation Exchange Services Announced By RCI

March 16, 2010 in All News, Group RCI, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange, today announced they have renewed their long-standing affiliation with Hilton Grand Vacations, a premier vacation ownership company.

Forget Silver Or Gold…RCI Goes Platinum For Its Points Members

March 9, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Group RCI, Latin America, Middle East, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

From priority access on specialty inventory to upgraded accommodations – the world’s largest points exchange program takes it to the next level

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange today announced its plan to launch RCI Points PlatinumSM membership, a new premium membership and the latest enhancement to its successful RCI Points® program, that will offer exclusive exchange and lifestyle benefits to subscribing members.

Wyndham Exchange & Rentals To Acquire Hoseasons

February 23, 2010 in All News, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) today announced that its Exchange & Rentals business unit, the European leader in exclusive marketing of independent holiday accommodation, has agreed to acquire Hoseasons Holdings Ltd, one of the UK’s most renowned holiday brands, from HgCapital and a number of individual parties.

RCI Renews Affiliation With Bluegreen Corporation

January 29, 2010 in Africa, All News, Asia, Australia, Bluegreen Corporation, Caribbean and Mexico, Europe, Featured News, Group RCI, Latin America, Middle East, News By Region, Search Industry Directory, Timeshare News, USA and Canada by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE:WYN), today announced the renewal of its affiliation with Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited, Inc. and Bluegreen Corporation, who are amongst the largest vacation ownership companies in the industry. This new agreement grants Bluegreen Club Members continued access to a broad array of exciting vacation experiences utilizing the RCI exchange networks.

RCI TV Goes Public – Revolutionary Network Now Live And Interactive To All Consumers On RCI.com

November 30, 2009 in All News, Europe, Group RCI, News By Region, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

World’s largest vacation exchange company continues to expand RCI TV to promote affiliated resorts and the vacation ownership industry RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced that RCI TV, its innovative web-based television network that until now was exclusive for RCI subscribing [...]

The RCI Shopping Perks Program Announced By RCI: Virtual Shopping Mall For Members To Earn Cash Back On Purchases

November 19, 2009 in All News, Group RCI, News By Region, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced the launch of the RCI Shopping PerksSM program, a virtual shopping mall on RCI.com that will allow RCI subscribing members residing in the United States to browse hundreds of merchants and popular vendors and comparison [...]

Strategic Alliance With ICE Expanded By RCI

November 10, 2009 in All News, Asia, Australia, Group RCI, International Cruise & Excursions, News By Region, The Registry Collection, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced the extension and expansion of its strategic alliance with International Cruise & Excursions, Inc. (ICE), the worldwide industry leader for integrated cruise and leisure packages to the vacation ownership and travel industries. “For more than [...]

Laugh Out Loud (LOL) And Tickle The Hippo At YourFatChance.com For A Chance To Win Some Awesome Prizes – No Joke!

November 3, 2009 in All News, Endless Vacation Rentals, News By Region, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

Endless Vacation Rentals®  launches the LOL  Vacation Contest; tell your funniest travel story for an opportunity to win a week’s vacation plus cash Building off the success of its first YourFatChance.com contest, Endless Vacation Rentals (EVR), one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), is again looking to turn someone’s funny story into [...]

In Thailand IFA Hotels & Resorts Launches Private Residence Clubs

October 27, 2009 in All News, Asia, Featured News, IFA Hotels & Resorts, News By Region, The Registry Collection by Timeshare & Fractional News

IFA Hotels & Resorts (IFA HR) announced today the launch of three new Thai-based Private Residence Clubs: The Heights Private Residence Club in Phuket, Northpoint Private Residence Club in Pattaya and The River Private Residence Club in Bangkok. The Clubs are developed by luxury condominium developer Raimon Land in which IFA HR has a 41.07% stake.

The Registry Collection Unveils Three New Luxurious Resorts In Thailand As It Partners With IFA Hotels & Resorts And Raimon Land

October 12, 2009 in All News, Asia, Group RCI, IFA Hotels & Resorts, The Registry Collection, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

The Registry Collection® exchange program, the world’s largest luxury exchange program and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of three private residence clubs to its worldwide network. Each of the three private residence clubs developed by Raimon Land are located in Thailand and have been added through [...]

First-Ever Portfolio Of Six Resorts In Thailand With The Absolute Group Unveiled By The Registry Collection

October 2, 2009 in Absolute Development Corporation, All News, Asia, Featured News, Group RCI, The Registry Collection, Timeshare News, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

The Registry Collection®, the world’s largest luxury exchange programme and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced the affiliation of Absolute Developments to its programme, adding six new resorts to its global network of luxury properties.

Five More Resorts In India Affiliated To RCI

September 11, 2009 in All News, Asia, Group RCI, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

From the magnificent Himalayan foothills to the lush greenery of Kerala, RCI further expands its footprint across the country, bringing the total number of affiliated resorts in India to 82 RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced five new resort affiliations in [...]

Fairmont Resort Properties Ltd Signs Affiliation Agreement With RCI

August 20, 2009 in All News, Group RCI, USA and Canada, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

Largest Canadian-owned vacation ownership developer joins worldwide network of affiliated resorts RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced an affiliation agreement with Fairmont Resort Properties Ltd., the largest Canadian-owned developer and marketer of interval vacation ownership condominiums. “With beautiful, top quality resorts [...]

RCI Adds Four New Resorts In India With Leisure Hospitality Major Club Mahindra

August 19, 2009 in All News, Asia, Club Mahindra, Group RCI, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

World’s largest vacation exchange company grows its Club Mahindra affiliated resorts to a total of 15 across India’s most sought after destinations RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced four new affiliations with resorts belonging to leisure hospitality major Club Mahindra. The [...]

Six Resorts In China Join RCI Portfolio

August 6, 2009 in All News, Asia, Featured News, Group RCI, Timeshare News, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

World’s largest vacation exchange company continues to expand its global footprint

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced the addition of six new affiliates in China to its worldwide network. This record signing brings RCI’s presence in China to an impressive 24 affiliated resorts.

RCI Welcomes ABC Boat Management To Its Worldwide Network Of Affiliated Resorts

August 4, 2009 in All News, Europe, Group RCI, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced a new affiliation with ABC Boat Management, offering RCI members canal boat holidays on the beautiful waterways of England. As part of this relationship, Anderton Marina near Northwich, Cheshire, and Hilperton Marina near Trowbridge, Wiltshire, [...]

RCI Welcomes Two New Turkish Resorts To Its Worldwide Network Of Affiliated Resorts

July 28, 2009 in All News, Europe, Featured News, Group RCI, Timeshare News, Wyndham Worldwide by Timeshare & Fractional News

RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), announced two new resort affiliations in the popular destination of Turkey.