Perception vs. Reality !
Only ~1,600 timeshare resorts in the U.S. Sounds small, right?
However, these resorts generate...
$11 billion in sales and $3 billion in rentals*
Why This Niche Matters
Timeshare resorts have proven their staying power, with many properties operating successfully for decades. Built on a model of shared ownership, these resorts foster strong owner communities and repeat visitation, contributing to their long-term stability. As travel preferences evolve, timeshare resorts continue to adapt—offering flexibility, updated amenities, and consistent value that keep owners returning year after year.
We're here to get you your share
Resort Trades Media Group has served the timeshare and vacation ownership industry since 1987 as the only independent, advertising-supported B2B publisher dedicated to the space. Through our monthly print and digital magazine, weekly eMagazine, website, social media, and video interviews, we deliver timely news, expert editorial, and the industry’s most extensive vendor directory—all free to readers. Resort Trades is your direct line to the decision-makers behind billions in annual vacation ownership sales. With focused distribution to the professionals who buy, build, manage, and influence resort operations, your message won’t get lost—it lands exactly where it matters. If you’re ready to claim your share of this high-value market, Resort Trades is the most effective way to get a piece of the pie.
Stay connected and informed at no charge:
- Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at ResortTrades.com/eMagazine.
- Contact Marla@ResortTrades.com , 931-484-8819, to receive the monthly print edition;
- Otherwise visit ResortTrades.com/Past-Issues to view the current and previous editions.
- Visit YouTube.com/Resort Trades to subscribe and view interviews. (Please Like, Share, & Comment)
Monthly Distribution
Resort Trades reaches timeshare professionals through four main channels. The monthly print magazine offers consistent visibility to key decision-makers. Our website delivers up-to-date news and a trusted vendor directory. The weekly eNewsletter keeps readers engaged, while social media extends our reach and amplifies advertiser messages.
4400+
Print Magazine
The Resort Trades monthly print magazine delivers timely news, expert articles, and featured vendors directly to timeshare professionals. Distributed free to key industry contacts, it provides targeted visibility and trusted exposure for advertisers in a format readers rely on each month.
5000+
Website
The Resort Trades website is a key resource for timeshare professionals, offering up-to-date news, insights, and a leading vendor directory. Readers turn to it for timely information and trusted supplier listings, giving advertisers strong, targeted visibility.
30,400+
Email NEwsletter
Resort Trades emails its eNewsletter four times a month to over 7,600 industry professionals. With timely updates and expert insights, it keeps timeshare leaders engaged. A strong 30%+ open rate ensures consistent visibility for content and advertisers.
14,000+
Social Media
Resort Trades generates views across YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. We post updates, insights, and interviews to keep timeshare pros informed. This broad reach boosts visibility for our content and advertisers alike.
Resort Trades Print Marketing
Each month, Resort Trades distributes over 4,400 free print magazines to timeshare and vacation ownership professionals. This targeted reach ensures decision-makers—from executives to operations staff—receive timely, relevant content at their desks.
Pricing is net monthly cost. Special positioning is available for an additional fee. Rates are subject to change.
See our Mechanical Specs for all the information you should need to get started.
| Ad | Ad Size | 12x | 6x | 1x |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1/4 | 3.8545″W x 5.0625″H | $890 | $1,020 | $1,110 |
1/2 | 7.875″W x 5.0625″H
3.8545″W X 10.25″H | $1.490 | $1,340 | $1,490 |
Full | 7.875″W x 10.375″H
Bleed: 8.875″W X 11.375″H (full pg only) | $1,950 | $2,100 | $2,380 |
Resort Trades Print and Online Members Business Directory
The Resort Trades Resource Directory connects timeshare professionals with trusted vendors through both print and online listings. Each listing includes your logo, company info, links, photos, and videos—offering year-round visibility and lasting value. It’s a smart, cost-effective way to stay top of mind with industry decision-makers.
Printed Listings
The Resort Trades Resource Directory, featured in our monthly print magazine, showcases trusted suppliers and offers targeted, lasting exposure to the timeshare industry.
Online Resource Directory
The Resort Trades Online Resource Directory gives suppliers unlimited exposure and lasting visibility, connecting them directly with timeshare professionals anytime.
$2,100/year ($175 per month -billed annually)
Additional listings – $90 each month (billed annually)
**Additional fees** (1) Words over standard 75 words = $2 each word, (2) Bullets & Paragraph Returns (anywhere in copy; including 1st 75 words) – $10 each – all billed annually.
ResortTrades.com
ResortTrades.com is the go-to online resource for professionals in the timeshare and vacation ownership industry. With fresh news, expert articles, and vendor features published regularly, the site offers unmatched visibility for companies looking to connect with a qualified audience. Every piece of content is promoted through our active social media channels, reaching over 14,000 monthly views across LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter, and featured in our eNewsletter for additional exposure. Our platform also includes the Resort Trades Resource Directory, where suppliers can showcase their company, products, and services 24/7.
- Continuous content updates for strong SEO and repeat visits
- Social media amplification across five platforms
- Integration with our eNewsletter for multi-channel visibility
- Searchable listings in the Resource Directory site
Website Sidebar Banner
Purchase a website banner to expand your reach and gain consistent visibility with our online audience.
$550 a month
Email Newsletter Advertising
Header Weekly banner
- Your banner ad appears at the top of our weekly Thursday eNewsletter, sent 4 times a month to over 7,000 engaged subscribers.
Footer Weekly banner
- Your banner ad appears at the bottom of our weekly Thursday eNewsletter, sent 4 times a month to over 7,000 engaged subscribers.
Dedicated Email Advertisement
- Your custom-dedicated email advertisement delivers your message directly to our 7,000+ subscribers once a month, sent out on a Monday for maximum visibility.
Resort Trades Talk Video
An integrated editorial and video feature delivering unmatched industry reach and long-term value
Promote your brand with a professionally produced Resort Trades Talk Video Presentation — a high-impact, multi-platform feature designed to put your message in front of resort executives, developers, and decision-makers across the timeshare and hospitality industry.
Your Resort Trades Talk Package includes:
- 🎥 Video Interview — A professionally recorded conversation with Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP
- YouTube Video in Weekly eMagazine Once – Delivered to over 7,000+ industry inboxes
- 📰 Accompanying Editorial Article — Published in Resort Trades magazine
- 📢 Six Months of Social Media Promotion — Article shared across all Resort Trades channels
- 📬 Targeted Distribution — Article once in Weekly eMagazine to over 7,000+ industry inboxes
- 💻 Permanent Coverage — Featured on YouTube.com/ResortTrades and ResortTrades.com
- 📇 Optional Add-On — Embed your Talk in your Resort Trades Directory Listing
This is your opportunity to showcase your brand’s story, innovation, or leadership in a professional interview format that lives on multiple platforms — giving your message long-term visibility and credibility within the vacation ownership community.
$2,330 per video
Email Newsletter Advertising
Native advertising blends your message into the trusted content readers already value. In Resort Trades, this means your story appears as an informative article—building trust and engagement without feeling like a traditional ad.
Professionals respond better to helpful content than hard sales. Native ads position your brand as a resource, not just a vendor. Plus, they stay visible longer—on our website, in newsletters, and in search results—delivering ongoing value and stronger ROI.
It’s not just about being seen. It’s about being trusted and remembered.
$1,250 per
Your native ad appears in both our monthly print magazine and online, giving you double the exposure across trusted industry channels.
Operations & Management – Example: 5 Ways to Reduce Maintenance Fees Without Cutting Corners
Sales & Marketing – Example: Modern Marketing Tactics That Work for Timeshare Sales
Technology & Security – Example: Top Cybersecurity Risks Facing Resorts Today—and How to Prevent Them
Finance & Legal – Example: Creative Financing Options for New Buyers
Guest Experience & Amenities – Example: Elevating the Guest Experience Without Raising Costs
Thought Leadership – Example: What I’ve Learned from 25 Years in Timeshare Development
Resort Trades Editorial Calendar
Resort Trades welcomes editorial submissions that offer value to timeshare industry professionals. Approved content may appear in our monthly print magazine and online. Publication timing is based on our editorial calendar and scheduling.
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January | New Year’s
Predictions,
Reflections | |
February | Leadership The Pursuit of a Excellence | |
March | Customer
Relations | |
April | Innovation & Updates | |
May | Recreation
& Amenities | |
June | Top Resort Companies; Top Performers | |
July | The Money Issue | |
August | Homeowner Associations | |
September | Marketing & Sales | |
October | Refurbishment
Renewal
Refresh | |
November | Best Place to Work | |
December | SEO & The Digital World |
Advertising: Marla Carroll; (931) 484-8819; Marla@TheTrades.com
Editorial: Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, (310) 923-1269; Sharon@TheTrades.com
Ready to grow your brand? Let’s talk.
We offer a wide range of advertising and editorial opportunities—print, digital, directory listings, video, and more. Give us a call, and we’ll help you choose the best mix to meet your goals and reach the right audience. Let’s grow your brand together.
Advertising: Marla Carroll; (931) 484-8819; Marla@TheTrades.com
Editorial: Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, (310) 923-1269; Sharon@TheTrades.com