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# Resort Trades

Resort Directors, Managers and Developers

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## Posts

- [Prioritizing People as the Key to Success](https://resorttrades.com/prioritizing-people-as-the-key-to-success/) - Resort Trades wanted to learn Grand Pacific Resorts (GPR) secrets by speaking to GPR COO Nigel Lobo and Regional VP of Resort Operations Jeff Brock, CCIM.
- [Pooch Proof Your Resort!! Dog lovers travel too!!](https://resorttrades.com/pooch-proof-your-resort-dog-lovers-travel-too/) - The trend of people getting more mobile for work comes with bringing pets. A working vacation or not, folks want to bring the family – including the furry kind.
- [Buddy to Boss: Ensuring the New Manager’s Success](https://resorttrades.com/buddy-to-boss-ensuring-the-new-managers-success/) - Employers promote from within, and a tight labor market encourages to reward home-grown talent. However, newly appointed managers lack skills required.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Increases Inventory/Top Suites](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-increases-inventory-top-suites/) - Bluegreen Vacations announced that Bluegreen has begun expanding the inventory with the addition of three new presidential suites at its MountainLoft resort.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Names New Board Member](https://resorttrades.com/canadian-resort-and-travel-association-crta-names-new-board-member/) - CRTA installed Christopher McGill as the latest addition to CRTA Board of Directors. McGill is the Regional Director of Business Development for Interval.
- [What’s ESG and why should I care?](https://resorttrades.com/whats-esg-and-why-should-i-care/) - If you work in the timeshare industry; have a retirement plan; your employer has a lending relationship with a bank; then you need to be aware of ESG.
- [Justin Vermuth on Protecting the Vacation Ownership Industry](https://resorttrades.com/justin-vermuth-on-protecting-the-vacation-ownership-industry/) - ARDA’s Justin Vermuth explains how year-round advocacy, policymaker education, ARDA-ROC, and owner engagement help protect the vacation ownership industry.
- [Westgate Resorts Continues Growth by Opening Its First Caribbean Destination in The Bahamas with Westgate Bimini Bay](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-bimini-bay/) - Westgate Resorts expands into the Caribbean with Westgate Bimini Bay, bringing newly renovated villas and vacation ownership experiences to The Bahamas.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Appoints New Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-appoints-new-chief-strategy-transformation-officer/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide appoints Vladimir Anokhin Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer to lead transformation, AI, analytics and product development.
- [The Growing Case for Outsourced Accounting in Vacation Ownership Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/growing-case-for-outsourced-accounting-in-vacation-ownership-resorts/) - Discover why vacation ownership resorts are outsourcing accounting to improve financial reporting, reduce risk, strengthen controls, and support boards.
- [Financial Clarity Through Reserve Planning](https://resorttrades.com/financial-clarity-through-reserve-planning/) - Learn how reserve studies help vacation ownership resorts improve financial planning, reduce risk, build owner confidence, and fund future capital projects.
- [GNEX Conference Returns to Las Vegas in 2027 at Iconic Encore Resort](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-conference-returns-to-las-vegas-in-2027-at-iconic-encore-resort/) - GNEX Conference returns to the iconic Encore at Wynn Las Vegas May 18 to 20, 2027, bringing together leaders in vacation ownership, hospitality, travel and technology.
- [New Study: Gen Z Travelers Are Driving Timeshare Industry Growth   ](https://resorttrades.com/new-study-gen-z-travelers-are-driving-timeshare-industry-growth/) - New ARDA research shows Gen Z travelers are reshaping vacation ownership with strong travel demand, digital habits, and growing interest in timeshares.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Reports Strong Second Quarter, Raises 2026 Outlook](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-reports-strong-second-quarter-raises-2026-outlook/) - Travel + Leisure Co. reports strong Q2 2026 earnings, raises its outlook, and expands its vacation ownership portfolio with two acquisitions.
- [Seven Maui Resorts Now Belong to Travel + Leisure Co.](https://resorttrades.com/seven-maui-resorts-now-belong-to-travel-leisure-co/) - Travel + Leisure Co. expands its vacation ownership portfolio with seven Maui resorts, strengthening its Hawaii presence through the Yes& Vacations acquisition.
- [From the Experts](https://resorttrades.com/from-the-experts/) - Timeshare industry leaders share what they're seeing about consumer confidence, occupancy, maintenance fees, lending, and vacation ownership in 2026.
- [Why the hardest job at an independent resort isn't running it, it's deciding who should](https://resorttrades.com/governing-bodies/) - Discover why choosing the right management partner is one of the most important decisions an independent timeshare HOA board can make.
- [Hyatt Vacation Club Welcomes New GM at Iconic Highlands Inn](https://resorttrades.com/hyatt-vacation-club-welcomes-new-gm-at-iconic-highlands-inn/) - Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn appoints Jimmy Furtado as general manager, bringing more than 20 years of resort leadership to the Carmel property.
- [Hospitality One Source Names Nathan Charlton President to  Build on Growth Momentum](https://resorttrades.com/hospitality-one-source-names-nathan-charlton-president-to-build-on-growth-momentum/) - Hospitality One Source promotes Nathan Charlton to President, leading strategy, growth, innovation, and customer partnerships across North America.
- [Westgate Resorts Included in the Inaugural TIME List of America’s Best Private Companies 2026](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-included-in-the-inaugural-time-list-of-americas-best-private-companies-2026/) - Westgate Resorts earns a spot on TIME's inaugural America's Best Private Companies 2026 list, recognizing employee satisfaction and company impact.
- [Resort Industry Pioneer Jon DeHaan, Co-founder of RCI, Dies at 85](https://resorttrades.com/resort-industry-pioneer-jon-dehaan-co-founder-of-rci-dies-at-85/) - RCI co-founder Jon DeHaan, whose vision created the global vacation exchange industry, has died at 85. His legacy transformed vacation ownership worldwide.
- [Carl Gould Talks Business Growth on Resort TradesTalk Podcast](https://resorttrades.com/carl-gould-talks-business-growth-on-resort-tradestalk-podcast/) - Business strategist Carl Gould shares practical growth strategies, leadership insights, and value creation ideas on the Resort TradesTalk Podcast.
- [The Limitless World of Paid Advertising Possibilities](https://resorttrades.com/the-limitless-world-of-paid-advertising-possibilities/) - Discover how paid advertising helps resorts attract guests, recruit talent, boost tours, and make smarter marketing decisions with data that matters.
- [The Year’s Best in Vacation Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/the-years-best-in-vacation-ownership/) - See the 2026 ARDA Award winners honoring excellence in vacation ownership, resort operations, sales, marketing, technology, design, and leadership.
- [Florida Resort Developers, Managers, Owners, and HOAs: Confused About HB 913?](https://resorttrades.com/florida-resort-developers-managers-owners-and-hoas-confused-about-hb-913/) - Florida's updated SIRS law gives associations more funding flexibility and time while maintaining mandatory reserve requirements and safety standards.
- [Why Vacation Ownership Remains Relevant in a Changing Travel Landscape](https://resorttrades.com/why-vacation-ownership-remains-relevant-in-a-changing-travel-landscape/) - Discover how vacation ownership has evolved to meet changing traveler expectations and what it reveals about the future of leisure travel.
- [Trinity Service Enterprises Opens New Office in Mexico City](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-service-enterprises-opens-new-office-in-mexico-city/) - Trinity Service Enterprises opens a new Mexico City office, expanding capacity, supporting growth, and enhancing service for vacation ownership clients.
- [How to Automate Social Media Comment Moderation (Without Losing Sales)](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-automate-social-media-comment-moderation-without-losing-sales/) - Discover how AI-powered comment moderation reduces spam, boosts engagement, protects your brand, and helps convert more social media leads.
- [Arizona Legislature Approves Industry-Specific Timeshare Licensing Measure](https://resorttrades.com/arizona-legislature-approves-industry-specific-timeshare-licensing-measure/) - Arizona lawmakers approved legislation creating a dedicated timeshare salesperson license focused on industry training and consumer protections.
- [U.S. Timeshare Industry Shows Resilience in Post-Pandemic Economy](https://resorttrades.com/us-timeshare-industry-thrives-in-post-pandemic-economy/) - The U.S. timeshare industry continues its post-pandemic recovery with strong occupancy, rising sales, and growing demand for flexible vacation ownership.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Completes $300 Million Timeshare Loan Securitization](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-completes-300-million-timeshare-loan-securitization/) - Hilton Grand Vacations completed a $300 million timeshare loan securitization, boosting liquidity and reflecting strong investor demand.
- [Top Timeshare Companies, Top Performers](https://resorttrades.com/top-timeshare-companies-top-performers/) - Explore the top companies recognized as 2026 ARDA Awards and see how innovation, leadership, and owner experience are shaping vacation ownership.
- [Westgate Park City Resort and Spa Secures Six Utah Best of State Awards Across Hospitality, Dining, and Wellness Categories](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-park-city-resort-and-spa-secures-six-utah-best-of-state-awards/) - Westgate Park City Resort & Spa earned six 2026 Best of State Awards, including Best Ski Resort, Spa, Steakhouse, and Wine List.
- [ARDA-Hawai‘i donates $4K to support Kona Hospital Foundation efforts](https://resorttrades.com/arda-hawaii-donates-4k-to-support-kona-hospital-foundation-efforts/) - ARDA-Hawai‘i donated $4,000 to Kona Hospital Foundation to support healthcare services, patient care, and community health initiatives on Hawai‘i Island.
- [Built for the Tuesday Morning: Inside the New RCI Partner Connect](https://resorttrades.com/built-for-the-tuesday-morning-inside-the-new-rci-partner-connect/) - Discover how RCI Business Development empowers every resort function, from sales to operations, with tools that streamline marketing, engagement, and program participation.
- [Understanding the Financial Framework Behind Vacation Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/understanding-vacation-ownership-financial-framework/) - Learn how maintenance fees, special assessments, exchange programs, and owner education support long-term vacation ownership success.
- [Data That Drives Results](https://resorttrades.com/data-that-drives-results-hospitality-marketing/) - The best hospitality organizations aren't collecting more data. They're designing better data that improves hiring, marketing, and business outcomes.
- [Why Traditional Sales Development Fails](https://resorttrades.com/traditional-sales-training-fails-vacation-ownership/) - Discover why traditional sales training falls short in high-stakes vacation ownership sales and how performance engineering is changing outcomes.
- [What Resort Trades Found at ARDA 2026](https://resorttrades.com/what-resort-trades-found-at-arda-2026/) - Discover key insights from the 2026 ARDA Spring Conference, including AI innovation, younger timeshare buyers, industry growth, and vacation ownership trends.
- [Meet June’s “Send Me on Vacation” Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-junes-send-me-on-vacation-survivor/) - College student and breast cancer survivor Makida shares her journey of resilience, healing and hope through Send Me on Vacation.
- [Strength in the Storm: April’s Survivor Spotlight](https://resorttrades.com/strength-in-the-storm-aprils-survivor-spotlight/) - After breast cancer and the loss of her entire support system, April’s Survivor Spotlight shares one woman’s journey toward healing and hope.
- [Partnerships Capable of Industry-Wide Support](https://resorttrades.com/partnerships-capable-of-industry-wide-support/) - RCI and ARDA support vacation ownership through advocacy, exchange flexibility and innovation for resorts, developers and HOAs.
- [Vacatia Team Members Win Three ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-team-members-win-three-arda-awards/) - Vacatia team members earned multiple 2026 ARDA Awards for excellence in resort operations, technology, and customer service.
- [ConversionIQ.ai Wins 2026 ARDA Award for AI Product](https://resorttrades.com/conversioniq-ai-wins-2026-arda-award-for-ai-product/) - ConversionIQ.ai wins the 2026 ARDA Award for AI Product, honoring its innovative technology transforming vacation ownership marketing and engagement.
- [Reading the Balance Sheet — and Beyond: A Practical Guide to HOA Board Financial Responsibilities](https://resorttrades.com/practical-guide-to-hoa-board-financial-responsibilities/) - Learn the key financial responsibilities of HOA boards, including reserves, deficits, delinquency, budgeting, and long-term resort financial planning.
- [ResortCom International Named Finalist in Four Categories for the 2026 ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-international-named-finalist-in-four-categories-for-the-2026-arda-awards/) - ResortCom has been named a finalist in four categories for the 2026 ARDA Awards, recognizing excellence in people, culture, training, and customer service.
- [Resort TradesTalk Podcast to Launch Mid-Summer 2026](https://resorttrades.com/resort-tradestalk-podcast-to-launch-mid-summer-2026/) - Resort Trades launches a new podcast for timeshare and vacation ownership professionals featuring trends, interviews, AI, sales, marketing, and more.
- [A Brief Guide to the 2026 ARDA Spring Conference](https://resorttrades.com/a-brief-guide-to-the-2026-arda-spring-conference/) - Preview ARDA 2026 at Bellagio Las Vegas with AI trends, leadership insights, marketing strategies, and evolving owner expectations in timeshare.
- [What Timeshare Can Learn From the Savannah Bananas](https://resorttrades.com/what-timeshare-can-learn-from-the-savannah-bananas/) - Discover how Savannah Bananas’ experience-first model offers lessons in leadership, culture, and guest engagement for timeshare success.
- [ARDA Power Sessions: Where Strategy Meets Reality](https://resorttrades.com/arda-power-sessions-where-strategy-meets-reality/) - ARDA Power Sessions 2026 cover labor, tech, marketing, and owner trends shaping resort management and timeshare industry performance.
- [ARDA Session Spotlight: Stories That Sell](https://resorttrades.com/arda-session-spotlight-stories-that-sell/) - Matthew Dicks brings “Stories That Sell” to ARDA, showing how storytelling can strengthen sales, marketing, and guest connections in timeshare.
- [Leadership, Resilience, and Purpose](https://resorttrades.com/leadership-resilience-and-purpose/) - MMA fighter turned humanitarian Justin Wren shares insights on resilience, mental health, and purpose-driven leadership for today’s workplace.
- [TimeShareWare Makes Waves as Gold Sponsor of AMDETUR Congress and Unveils Game-Changing Enterprise 22 Software](https://resorttrades.com/timeshareware-makes-waves-as-gold-sponsor-of-amdetur-congress-and-unveils-game-changing-enterprise-22-software/) - TimeShareWare: Gold Sponsor at AMDETUR Congress, June 2023, Mexico City. Successful event united resorts and industry leaders nationwide.
- [New VP Signals Strategic Expansion at Resorts Companies](https://resorttrades.com/new-vp-signals-strategic-expansion-at-resorts-companies/) - The Resorts Companies appoints Matt Gillen as VP of Strategy & Development to lead growth, partnerships, and long-term planning.
- [Vacatia Team Members Named as Finalists for 13 ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-team-members-named-as-finalists-for-13-arda-awards/) - Vacatia team members earn 13 finalist honors in the 2026 ARDA Awards, recognizing excellence and innovation in the timeshare industry.
- [Westgate Resorts Highlights Growth One Year After VI Resorts Acquisition](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-one-year-anniversary-of-vi-resorts-management-acquisition/) - Westgate marks one year of VI Resorts acquisition with Bellevue office opening, expanded sales, and new vacation options for Owners.
- [The Fulfillment Advantage: The strategic lever that compounds value at scale without adding operational complexity](https://resorttrades.com/the-fulfillment-advantage/) - Discover how exchange partnerships with RCI drive value, flexibility, and global access in vacation ownership while boosting retention and competitive advantage.
- [Significant Payout for Circle J Club Owners, Highlighting a New Phase in Timeshare Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/significant-payout-for-circle-j-club-owners-highlighting-a-new-phase-in-timeshare-ownership/) - Owner-led Circle J Club dissolution delivers strong returns and highlights a growing trend in timeshare lifecycle strategy and resort transitions.
- [Waterparks, Coral, Vinyl, Margaritas & More](https://resorttrades.com/waterparks-coral-vinyl-margaritas-more/) - Discover how innovative resort amenities drive bookings, boost guest engagement, and enhance vacation ownership value through unique, experience-driven design.
- [Sports Illustrated Resorts Announces New Resort Destination Near LSU In Baton Rouge](https://resorttrades.com/sports-illustrated-resorts-announces-new-resort-destination-near-lsu-in-baton-rouge/) - Travel + Leisure plans a new Sports Illustrated Resorts in Baton Rouge near LSU, featuring vacation ownership, hotel stays, and year-round sports experiences.
- [Expanding Bandwidth: How AI and flexible expertise are giving resort teams more time for the work only they can do](https://resorttrades.com/expanding-bandwidth-how-ai-and-flexible-expertise-are-giving-resort-teams-more-time-for-the-work-only-they-can-do/) - Learn how AI helps timeshare resorts automate tasks, boost efficiency, and free teams to focus on guest service and strategic decisions.
- [Leave Policies: Avoid Costly Legal Errors](https://resorttrades.com/leave-policies-avoid-costly-legal-errors/) - Navigate complex leave laws and avoid costly penalties. Learn common compliance mistakes and how to protect your business and workforce.
- [Meatballs, Mindset, and the Choice to Move Forward](https://resorttrades.com/meatballs-mindset-and-the-choice-to-move-forward/) - Jim Madrid shares lessons on mindset, leadership, and resilience—from resort industry success to facing stage-four cancer—in this episode of Trades Talk.
- [A Transformational Year for Westgate Resorts: Growth, Momentum, and a New Operational Era](https://resorttrades.com/a-transformational-year-for-westgate-resorts-growth-momentum-and-a-new-operational-era/) - Westgate Resorts marks a transformative year with expansion, new partnerships, and the appointment of Jared Saft as COO, signaling a new era of growth.
- [Sena Hospitality Design is Finalist for Four Awards from the American Resort Development Association](https://resorttrades.com/sena-hospitality-design-arda-awards/) - Sena Hospitality Design earns four finalist spots at the 2026 ARDA Awards, recognizing excellence in resort refurbishment and interior design innovation.
- [Vacatia Wins Best Property Management Company and Best Management Team](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-wins-best-property-management-company-and-best-management-team/) - Vacatia wins Best Property Management Company and Best Management Team at GNEX 2026, recognizing growth, leadership, and innovation.
- [Something Big Is Happening — And Resort Professionals Can’t Afford to Sit It Out](https://resorttrades.com/something-big-is-happening-and-resort-professionals-cant-afford-to-sit-it-out/) - AI is transforming timeshare operations, marketing, and finance. Learn why resort leaders must act now to stay competitive.
- [Never Fall in Love with Your Marketing Program](https://resorttrades.com/never-fall-in-love-with-your-marketing-program/) - Learn why data and offer drive hospitality marketing success. Improve conversions, optimize campaigns, and make smarter, measurable decisions.
- [Think You Know Timeshare Sales? Guess Again!](https://resorttrades.com/know-timeshare-sales/) - Shari Levitin Discusses “The New Buyer’s Journey” June 1, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. ET in Free, Live, Online Interview
- [“Reach Out To…” is available only on the mobile version of LinkedIn. Here’s how to use it.](https://resorttrades.com/reach-out-to-is-on-linkedin-mobile/) - “Reach Out To…” First, download the LinkedIn mobile app onto your smartphone. You can find the section by clicking on the mini-me to view your profile.
- [LinkedIn Minute: Stop Sharing Updates While You Get Your Profile In Order](https://resorttrades.com/linkedin-minute-stop-sharing-updates-while-you-get-your-profile-in-order/) - We are looking for LinkedIn Privacy & settings. This can be found in the top navigation bar. Look for a tiny picture of yourself with the word Me underneath.
- [ARDA - Streamlined and Ready for Business](https://resorttrades.com/arda-streamlined-and-ready-for-business/) - After-shocks from the COVID pandemic prompted a reassessment and realignment for most businesses. Our trade association, ARDA, is no different.
- [Classics from Shari Levitin](https://resorttrades.com/classics-from-shari-levitin/) - Shari is a tireless teacher and a compelling resource for inspiration. With her permission, we’ve reprinted several selections from her blog
- [ARDA Reflects on The 2024 ARDA Win Winter Conference](https://resorttrades.com/arda-reflects-on-the-2024-arda-win-winter-conference/) - Each year, ARDA-WIN hosts its WIN Winter Conference – a meeting created by women in timeshare, for women in timeshare. Tthis year over 300 attended.
- [Welcome to ARDA 2024 Timeshare Together Conference](https://resorttrades.com/welcome-to-arda-2024-timeshare-together-conference/) - Join 1200+ timeshare professionals at ARDA Spring Conference, Las Vegas, April 14-17, 2024. Network, learn, and be inspired!
- [Prepping for the ARDA Spring Conference, March 23-26, 2025](https://resorttrades.com/prepping-for-the-arda-spring-conference-march-23-26-2025/) - You might think there’s not much going on at early registration for the conference, but you might be missing an opportunity to do somenetworking.
- [2025 ARDA Packs A Ton of Value Into Four Days](https://resorttrades.com/2025-arda-packs-a-ton-of-value-into-four-days/) - Here are a few highlights of the ARDA Conference held in Orlando, March 23-26, 2025, as curated by Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson. (Our apologies for the many highlights we’ve omitted; and many more apologies for errors made in our captions or descriptions.)
- [Stirring Purpose Into Every Shift: Lessons from the GNEX CRTA Stage](https://resorttrades.com/stirring-purpose-into-every-shift-lessons-from-the-gnex-crta-stage/) - At GNEX CRTA, Jim Madrid shared how purpose—not profit—drives performance, resilience, and connection across hospitality and timeshare industries.
- [What We Learned at the 2026 WIN](https://resorttrades.com/what-we-learned-at-the-2026-win/) - Highlights from the 2026 ARDA WIN Conference covering leadership, health, AI, financial literacy, and advocacy in the vacation ownership industry.
- [Business Growth Authority Carl Gould to Headline GNEX 2026](https://resorttrades.com/business-growth-authority-carl-gould-to-headline-gnex-2026/) - Business growth expert and best-selling author Carl Gould will deliver the keynote “Clean Fish and Muddy Fish” at GNEX, driving actionable insight for leaders.
- [3 Ways to Unmute Yourself @ Work](https://resorttrades.com/3-ways-to-unmute-yourself-work/) - Rachel Druckenmiller shares how to overcome self-doubt, build confidence, and take action with clarity and courage at the 2026 ARDA WIN Conference.
- [Stopping Training Dysfunction: Why Impact-Driven Learning Matters More Than Ever](https://resorttrades.com/stopping-training-dysfunction-why-impact-driven-learning-matters-more-than-ever/) - Stephanie Ketron of Westgate Resorts shares how training must shift from completion metrics to measurable business impact and performance outcomes.
- [Owning the Conversation - and the Outcome](https://resorttrades.com/owning-the-conversation-and-the-outcome/) - Cary Carbonaro shares insights on financial literacy, confidence, and independence for women at the ARDA WIN 2026 Conference.
- [The Resorts Companies Promotes Two Leaders to Vice President Roles as Employee-Owned Company Expands](https://resorttrades.com/the-resorts-companies-promotes-two/) - The Resorts Companies promotes two leaders to VP roles, supporting growth, development projects, and its employee-owned culture.
- [Vacatia Earns Management Contract for Beachside Village Resort in Falmouth, Massachusetts](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-earns-management-contract-for-beachside-village-resort/) - Vacatia assumes management of Beachside Village Resort in Falmouth, MA, bringing technology, rentals, and owner services to the Cape Cod property.
- [The Long Game: Inside Holiday Inn Club Vacations’ Formula for Sustained Growth](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-rci/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations and RCI strengthen a decades-long partnership expanding travel options, owner value and resort access across key U.S. destinations.
- [Change Is the Product: Re-Architecting Loan Servicing for a Human Future](https://resorttrades.com/change-is-the-product-re-architecting-loan-servicing-for-a-human-future/) - Loan servicing must evolve with changing portfolios, regulations, and borrower expectations. Why adaptable servicing platforms matter.
- [Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park Expands With New $26 Million Mountaintop Lodge in Gatlinburg, Tennessee](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-smoky-mountain-resort-water-park-expands-with-new-26-million-mountaintop-lodge-in-gatlinburg-tennessee/) - Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Water Park expands with a $26M mountaintop lodge in Gatlinburg, adding new villas and boosting total rooms to nearly 1,400.
- [Give ’Em Something to Talk About: Building Owner Relations Through Value Worth Sharing](https://resorttrades.com/give-em-something-to-talk-about-building-owner-relations-through-value-worth-sharing/) - Strong owner relationships come from value, not more communication channels. Learn how resorts improve engagement through flexibility, rentals, and clear exit options.
- [Strength in the Storm: February’s Survivor Spotlight](https://resorttrades.com/strength-in-the-storm-februarys-survivor-spotlight/) - A 70-year-old breast cancer survivor shares her journey of resilience, caregiving, and hope in Survivor Spotlight sponsored by Lifestyle Holiday Vacation Club.
- [Rey Perez Named Keynote Speaker at GNEX 2026 in Nashville](https://resorttrades.com/rey-perez-named-keynote-speaker-at-gnex-2026-in-nashville/) - Rey Perez, CEO of The Entrepreneurs Agency, will deliver a keynote at GNEX 2026 in Nashville, focusing on authority positioning and brand growth.
- [Vacatia Earns Management Contract for Landmark Holiday Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-earns-management-contract-for-landmark-holiday-beach-resort-in-panama-city-beach-florida/) - Vacatia becomes management partner for Landmark Holiday Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, bringing operations, rental, sales and technology services.
- [The Human Line AI Can’t Cross in Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-crm-and-ai-in-modern-hospitality/) - As CRM and AI evolve, hospitality leaders must balance personalization with restraint to ensure guest data enhances trust—not discomfort.
- [Five Decades Strong: RCI’s Unmatched Impact on Exchange](https://resorttrades.com/five-decades-strong-rcis-unmatched-impact-on-exchange/) - RCI leads the exchange market with unmatched fulfillment, transparent value, and partnership-driven service—boosting sales, retention, and owner satisfaction.
- [Efficiently Human Hospitality: Meet Resort Leaders Using Technology to Be More Productive & Present](https://resorttrades.com/efficiently-human-hospitality-meet-resort-leaders-using-technology-to-be-more-productive-present/) - Resort leaders say technology doesn’t replace hospitality—it creates capacity for better leadership, stronger teams and improved guest experience.
- [The Power of Resilience: How My Mother’s Story Inspires Millions](https://resorttrades.com/the-power-of-resilience-how-my-mothers-story-inspires-millions/) - A story of resilience, discipline and relentless tenacity—leadership lessons that resonate with golf industry professionals.
- [Vacatia Earns Palm Springs Tennis Club Management Contract](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-earns-palm-springs-tennis-club-management-contract/) - Vacatia expands its Western U.S. portfolio with Palm Springs Tennis Club management contract, marking a new chapter for the historic Coachella Valley resort.
- [Lemonjuice Solutions Joins GNEX 2026 as Supporting Sponsor](https://resorttrades.com/lemonjuice-solutions-joins-gnex-2026-as-supporting-sponsor/) - Lemonjuice Solutions joins GNEX 2026 as Supporting Sponsor, bringing timeshare and resort management expertise to Nashville’s cross-industry event.
- [Westgate Resorts Appoints Jared Saft as its New Chief Operating Officer and Announces Executive Leadership Appointments to Support Continued Growth](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-appoints-jared-saft-as-its-new-chief-operating-officer-and-announces-executive-leadership-appointments-to-support-continued-growth/) - Westgate Resorts appoints 20-year veteran Jared Saft as COO, overseeing resort operations and strategic growth amid portfolio expansion.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Names New CEO and President & COO](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-names-new-ceo-and-president-coo/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide appoints Matt Avril as CEO and welcomes Mike Flaskey as President & COO, signaling renewed focus on owners, culture, and execution.
- [Off-ramp or Lane Change?: For Many Legacy Resorts, It’s Decision Time](https://resorttrades.com/off-ramp-or-lane-change-for-many-legacy-resorts-its-decision-time/) - Experts discuss when legacy timeshare resorts should repurpose, downsize, or exit—focusing on financial sustainability, owner trends, and legal realities.
- [Colebrook Financial Renews $12M Credit with Breckenridge Grand Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-renews-12m-credit-with-breckenridge-grand-vacations/) - Colebrook Financial renews a $12M credit line with Breckenridge Grand Vacations, boosting total funding to $70M+ and supporting sales at Grand Timber Lodge.
- [The All-Inclusive Advantage - How to Deliver High Value, High Demand Vacations for Today’s Travelers and Tomorrow’s Owners](https://resorttrades.com/the-all-inclusive-advantage-how-to-deliver-high-value-high-demand-vacations-for-todays-travelers-and-tomorrows-owners/) - All-inclusive travel is booming. See how RCI helps timeshare partners deliver high-value, low-stress vacations that meet modern owner expectations.
- [Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo Continues Expansion of Luxury Glamping](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-river-ranch-resort-rodeo-continues-expansion-of-luxury-glamping/) - Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo adds five new luxury glamping tents, expanding experiential outdoor accommodations with resort-level comfort.
- [Trades Talk Spotlights Jim Madrid’s “Meatballs & Mindset” and the Power of Community](https://resorttrades.com/trades-talk-spotlights-jim-madrids-meatballs-mindset-and-the-power-of-community/) - Jim Madrid joins Resort Trades’ Trades Talk to discuss leadership, mindset, and resilience shaped by his career and journey with Stage 4 cancer.
- [Rebuilding Paradise Two Sanibel Island Resorts Greet Owners Again](https://resorttrades.com/rebuilding-paradise-two-sanibel-island-resorts-greet-owners-again/) - Two Sanibel Island timeshare resorts reopen after Hurricane Ian, highlighting resilience, owner commitment, and Vacatia’s hurricane recovery strategy.
- [Resort Trades Media Group Highlights Leadership Milestones and Orlando Innovation at Travel + Leisure Co.](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-media-group-highlights-leadership-milestones-and-orlando-innovation-at-travel-leisure-co/) - Hilton Grand Vacations leadership milestones and Travel + Leisure Co.’s new Orlando office highlight innovation and growth in vacation ownership.
- [Why next-generation travelers are reshaping the definition of modern hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/why-next-generation-travelers-are-reshaping-the-definition-of-modern-hospitality/) - As traveler expectations evolve, timeshare operators must modernize incentive programs with transparency, real-time data, and unified systems.
- [It Was a Very Good Year!](https://resorttrades.com/it-was-a-very-good-year/) - (A not-so-brief look at what we learned in 2025) When I first became involved in the resort industry back in 1989, my very first acquaintance was Resort Trades’ own “Jack-of-all-Trades” Jack Richardson. He called to welcome me to ARRDA (as it was known before becoming ARDA). That gesture of friendship set the tone for what
- [Publix Super Markets Partners with Instacart](https://resorttrades.com/publix-super-markets-partners-with-instacart/) - Publix has partnered with Instacart. Publix customers shopping online can quickly choose their groceries and arrange to have them delivered.
- [Forecast 2026: Rising Costs, Sluggish Consumers](https://resorttrades.com/forecast-2026-rising-costs-sluggish-consumers/) - Economic growth, travel demand, tax policy, and labor challenges shape a cautiously improving outlook for the resort and travel industry in 2026.
- [The Science that Saves Properties & Reduces Premiums](https://resorttrades.com/how-science-is-reducing-wildfire-risk-and-insurance-costs/) - New wildfire science helps resorts, wineries, & hospitality properties cut insurance premiums while protecting buildings from fire with data-driven mitigation.
- [Camelot by the Sea Reopens Following Extensive Post-Hurricane Recovery Effort](https://resorttrades.com/camelot-by-the-sea-reopens-after-hurricane-recovery/) - Camelot by the Sea in St. Pete Beach reopens Jan. 3, 2026, after a 15-month hurricane recovery led by its board, owners, and Vacatia.
- [ResortCom Diversifies Pre-Arrival Service to Support Growing Demand from Travel Companies for Zero-Planning, Fun-Based Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-expands-pre-arrival-services-to-mexico/) - ResortCom expands its Pre-Arrival Reservations to Guadalajara, Mexico, supporting zero-planning, concierge-style vacations for resorts & travel companies.
- [Tennessee Timeshare Owners Face Potential 60% Property Tax Increase Without Legislative Clarification](https://resorttrades.com/tennessee-timeshare-owners-face-potential-60-property-tax-increase-without-legislative-clarification/) - Tennessee timeshare owners could face up to a 60% tax increase as counties consider reclassifying timeshares as commercial property.
- [The Application Flood: Why More Candidates Actually Means Fewer Good Hires](https://resorttrades.com/the-application-flood-why-more-candidates-actually-means-fewer-good-hires/) - Hospitality employers face applicant overload yet staffing shortages. Learn why automation is failing recruiting—and how culture-driven hiring wins.
- [Counting Costs: Rising Costs and Shifting Conditions Spur Need for Updated Reserve Studies](https://resorttrades.com/counting-costs-rising-costs-and-shifting-conditions-spur-need-for-updated-reserve-studies/) - Inflation, tariffs, and climate impacts are making older reserve studies obsolete, increasing the risk of underfunding and special assessments.
- [Orlando Magic and ARDA Announce Partnership to Create Unforgettable Experiences for Fans and Travelers Alike](https://resorttrades.com/orlando-magic-and-arda-announce-partnership-to-create-unforgettable-experiences-for-fans-and-travelers-alike/) - The Orlando Magic and ARDA announce a multiyear partnership highlighting timesharing’s role in Central Florida tourism through fan engagement and activations.
- [GNEX Conference Brings Industry Leaders Together in Nashville for Relationship-Driven Networking Experience](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-conference-brings-industry-leaders-together-in-nashville-for-relationship-driven-networking-experience/) - GNEX Conference returns to Nashville March 18–20, 2026, blending industry insights with relationship-driven networking experiences.
- [Colebrook Financial Funds $5M Interim Loan for Brewtown Living’s The Dunes at Coastal Point](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-funds-5m-interim-loan-for-brewtown-livings-the-dunes-at-coastal-point/) - Colebrook Financial funds a $5 million interim loan to repurpose Peppertree Atlantic Beach Resort Phase III from timeshare to apartments.
- [The Resorts Companies, Inc. Acquires Keyholder Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/the-resorts-companies-inc-acquires-keyholder-vacations/) - The Resorts Companies acquires Keyholder Vacations, expanding vacation ownership, Disney Vacation Club services, and four-season resort travel options.
- [Refreshed, Refocused, and Ready for 2026! Resort Trades Brings on the Next Chapter](https://resorttrades.com/meet-the-new-resort-trades-the-iconic-industry-journal-just-got-an-upgrade/) - Resort Trades debuts a sleek 2026 redesign with a modern layout, bold visuals, and easy readability—built for today’s resort and vacation ownership pros.
- [Custom Timeshare Management Solutions That Drive Results](https://resorttrades.com/custom-timeshare-management-solutions-that-drive-results/) - How à la carte resort management helped two timeshare properties boost rental revenue, preserve board control, and scale services based on performance.
- [Timeshare Owners Remain Confident Travelers, Despite Economic Headwinds](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-owners-remain-confident-travelers-despite-economic-headwinds/) - ARDA’s September 2025 Index shows resilient timeshare travel, rising satisfaction, and growing Gen Z engagement despite softer economic confidence.
- [Capital Vacations Announces Re-Opening of The Maverick Resort After Partnering with the Board of Directors to Complete Repair After Hurricane Damage Forced Closing](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-announces-re-opening-of-the-maverick-resort-after-partnering-with-the-board-of-directors-to-complete-repair-after-hurricane-damage-forced-closing/) - Capital Vacations announces the reopening of The Maverick Resort in Myrtle Beach after hurricane damage, completing rapid repairs & renovations with the board.
- [Strategically Navigating Economic Uncertainty: A Guide to Optimizing Business Finances](https://resorttrades.com/strategically-navigating-economic-uncertainty-a-guide-to-optimizing-business-finances/) - Discover how focusing on core offerings, reallocating resources, and maximizing profitability can help businesses thrive even in volatile economies.
- [Club Wyndham Bentley Brook to Close and Enter Bankruptcy Sale, Impacting Jiminy Peak Market](https://resorttrades.com/club-wyndham-bentley-brook-to-close-and-enter-bankruptcy-sale-impacting-jiminy-peak-market/) - Club Wyndham Bentley Brook will close in a bankruptcy sale, affecting Jiminy Peak tourism and thousands of skier visits. Key details for industry professionals.
- [Inflation and High Interest Rates Impact Timeshare Portfolios](https://resorttrades.com/inflation-and-high-interest-rates-impact-timeshare-portfolios/) - Rising debt, higher rates, and slowing prepayments are straining timeshare loan portfolios. Defaults are up, equity is down, & strong collections are essential.
- [Weathering the Storm: Customer Service Enhances Portfolio Performance](https://resorttrades.com/weathering-the-storm-customer-service-enhances-portfolio-performance/) - Bill Ryczek’s insights show rising risk for timeshare portfolios, but also a path forward: build value, tell your story, and strengthen loyalty in any economy.
- [Monterey Financial Services Recognized as One of San Diego Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” for Fourth Consecutive Year](https://resorttrades.com/monterey-financial-services-recognized-as-one-of-san-diego-business-journals-best-places-to-work-for-fourth-consecutive-year/) - Monterey Financial earns a 2025 SDBJ Best Places to Work award for the fourth year, highlighting its strong culture, employee support, & community impact.
- [Set Sail Your Way: RCI Rolls Out Upgraded Cruise Program for Members](https://resorttrades.com/set-sail-your-way-rci-rolls-out-upgraded-cruise-program-for-members/) - RCI enhances member travel options with new cruise benefits, exclusive savings, and expanded experiences through its partnership with Open Network Exchange.
- [Capital Vacations Named 2025 Top Resort Management Services Company by Hospitality Business Review](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-named-2025-top-resort-management-services-company-by-hospitality-business-review/) - Capital Vacations is named the Top Resort Management Services Company for 2025, recognizing its leadership and support of independent resorts.
- [Westgate Resorts and its Partners Make Strategic Hospitality Investment in the Caribbean](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-and-its-partners-make-strategic-hospitality-investment-in-the-caribbean/) - Westgate Resorts makes its first Bahamas investment with a multimillion-dollar stake in Banyan Tree Bimini, expanding into hotel, real estate, and travel markets.
- [Embracing AI inOur Industry - Or Resisting It?](https://resorttrades.com/embracing-ai-inour-industry-or-resisting-it/) - A look at how AI is reshaping customer acquisition in hospitality and real estate—and why technology must support, not replace, human connection.
- [Resort Vacations, Inc. Appoints Kelley Hadley as Virtual Sales Program Marketing Manager](https://resorttrades.com/resort-vacations-inc-appoints-kelley-hadley-as-virtual-sales-program-marketing-manager/) - Resort Vacations, Inc. names Kelley Hadley Virtual Sales Program Marketing Manager, strengthening Global Exchange Vacation Club’s online sales and webinars.
- [Timesharing Industry Launches Post-Holiday Reset Quiz to Give Busy Travelers a Chance to Win a Relaxing Vacation in 2026](https://resorttrades.com/timesharing-industry-launches-post-holiday-reset-quiz-to-give-busy-travelers-a-chance-to-win-a-relaxing-vacation-in-2026/) - Take ARDA’s “What’s Your Timesharing Reset Vibe?” quiz on GoTimesharing.com for a chance to win a free vacation and $1,000 in spending money.
- [Evolving Vacation Ownership: Vacatia’s Michelle DuChamp on Adapting to the New Traveler](https://resorttrades.com/evolving-vacation-ownership-vacatias-michelle-duchamp-on-adapting-to-the-new-traveler/) - Michelle DuChamp of Vacatia discusses innovation, independent resorts, and keeping vacation ownership flexible in a changing travel economy.
- [RSI Vacations Donates $10,000 to the American Red Cross to Support Jamaica Disaster Relief](https://resorttrades.com/rsi-vacations-donates-10000-to-the-american-red-cross-to-support-jamaica-disaster-relief/) - RSI Vacations gives $10,000 to the American Red Cross for Jamaica disaster relief and urges the travel industry to join in supporting recovery efforts.
- [Let It Dough: Club Wyndham and Pillsbury Unveil the Doughboy’s First-Ever Holiday Baking Suite in New York City](https://resorttrades.com/let-it-dough-club-wyndham-and-pillsbury/) - Celebrate the holidays in NYC with Club Wyndham & Pillsbury’s “Let It Dough” Suite—a cozy, cookie-themed stay with baking fun and festive décor.
- [Celebrating 40 years of ARDA awards](https://resorttrades.com/celebrating-40-years-of-arda-awards/) - ARDA’s 40th Annual Awards honor excellence in vacation ownership. Submit nominations by Feb. 6, 2026, at ARDA.org/Awards-Program.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Celebrates Rebranding of Mill Springs Lodge and Laurel Crest with Ribbon-Cutting Event](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-celebrates-rebranding-of-mill-springs-lodge-and-laurel-crest-with-ribbon-cutting-event/) - Hilton Grand Vacations marks the rebranding of Mill Springs Lodge and Laurel Crest with a ribbon-cutting in Pigeon Forge, celebrating growth and teamwork.
- [ARDA Leadership & Policy Forum Kicks Off in Washington, D.C.](https://resorttrades.com/arda-leadership-policy-forum-kicks-off-in-washington-d-c/) - ARDA kicks off its 2025 Leadership & Policy Forum: On the Hill in Washington, D.C., uniting resort industry leaders for advocacy and collaboration.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-reports-third-quarter-2025-results/) - Travel + Leisure Co. earned $111 M in Q3 2025 on $1.04 B revenue, up 6%. VPG rose 10% to $3,304 and full-year EBITDA guidance was raised to $965-$985 M.
- [Stress Busters: How to Reduce Workplace Burnout](https://resorttrades.com/stress-busters-how-to-reduce-workplace-burnout/) - Two-thirds of employees report burnout. Experts share strategies for reducing workplace stress—through communication, flexibility, and trust.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Completes $300 Million Term Securitization](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-completes-300-million-term-securitization/) - Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) completes $300M term securitization with a 4.78% average coupon and 98% advance rate, led by CFO Erik Hoag.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations to Report Third Quarter 2025 Results](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-to-report-third-quarter-2025-results/) - Hilton Grand Vacations will release 3rd 2025 financial results before markets open on Oct. 30, followed by an investor webcast and teleconference at 11 a.m. ET.
- [Pacaso Appoints David Kallery as President to Accelerate Global Growth](https://resorttrades.com/pacaso-appoints-david-kallery-as-president-to-accelerate-global-growth/) - Luxury vacation-home platform Pacaso names industry veteran David S. Kallery as President to oversee global growth, enhance owner experience and scale operations in key second-home markets.
- [Royal Lahaina Resort Unveils Oceanfront Spa After Full Renovation](https://resorttrades.com/royal-lahaina-resort-unveils-oceanfront-spa-after-full-renovation/) - Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows completes a multi-million-dollar transformation, debuting Maui’s newest oceanfront spa and wellness sanctuary.
- [Beyond the Surface: How Modern Resort Refurbishments Elevate the Visible, Invisible, and Digital Guest Experience](https://resorttrades.com/beyond-the-surface-how-modern-resort-refurbishments-elevate-the-visible-invisible-and-digital-guest-experience/) - From air vents to AI, smart resort refurbishments blend design, operations, and digital innovation to elevate every guest experience beyond simple décor.
- [Lifestyle Holidays Celebrates Owners and Members at The Event 2025](https://resorttrades.com/lifestyle-holidays-celebrates-owners-and-members-at-the-event-2025/) - Lifestyle Holidays dazzled nearly 3,000 guests at The Event 2025 in Puerto Plata with world-class music, cuisine, and unforgettable VIP experiences.
- [Is Digital Marketing Working for Timeshare?](https://resorttrades.com/is-digital-marketing-working-for-timeshare/) - Discover how timeshare and vacation ownership marketers are using AI, video, and real guest stories to drive engagement and trust.
- [Viva Resorts by Wyndham to Host Oceanman at Viva Dominicus Beach, Bayahibe](https://resorttrades.com/viva-resorts-by-wyndham-to-host-oceanman-at-viva-dominicus-beach-bayahibe/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham hosts the first Oceanman Dominican Republic Oct. 10–12, 2025, at Viva Dominicus Beach, celebrating swimming, wellness, and adventure.
- [Experiential Vacations: Curating Connection and Discovery](https://resorttrades.com/experiential-vacations-curating-connection-and-discovery/) - Timeshare owners—39 on average, mostly Millennials/Gen Z—seek experiential travel with flexible, authentic, and memorable vacation moments.
- [Westgate Resorts and Westgate Foundation to Honor 1,000 Military Families with Free Vacation During December 2025 Military Weekend](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-and-westgate-foundation-to-honor-1000-military-families-with-free-vacation-during-december-2025-military-weekend/) - Westgate Resorts’ 14th Annual Military Weekend honors U.S. service members, veterans, and Gold Star families with a special vacation giveaway.
- [How AI Makes Me a Better Leader](https://resorttrades.com/how-ai-makes-me-a-better-leader/) - Odilia Guiant, CEO of Trinity Service Enterprises, shares how AI helps executives save time, cut stress, and focus on leading with impact.
- [5 AI Hacks Every Executive Should Try](https://resorttrades.com/5-ai-hacks-every-executive-should-try/) - Discover 5 practical AI hacks every executive should use—from automating notes to optimizing team management.
- [Merlin Software and Western Alliance Bank Announce Integration to Transform Financial Management for Vacation Ownership Resorts and HOAs](https://resorttrades.com/merlin-software-and-western-alliance-bank-announce-integration-to-transform-financial-management-for-vacation-ownership-resorts-and-hoas/) - Merlin Software announced a strategic software integration with Western Alliance Bank, industry-leading WA ConnectLive API and exceptional customer service.
- [Engaging a Management Company: Insights from the Front Lines](https://resorttrades.com/engaging-a-management-company-insights-from-the-front-lines/) - When a resort’s HOA board decides to make the leap to a management company, the process can be both anxiety-provoking and transformative.
- [Game On: Sports Illustrated Resorts Announces New Location in Sports-Loving Chicago](https://resorttrades.com/game-on-sports-illustrated-resorts-announces-new-location-in-sports-loving-chicago/) - Travel + Leisure Co. brings Sports Illustrated Resorts to Chicago, blending championship sports, culture, and unforgettable vacation experiences.
- [ARDA Releases 2025 “State of the Vacation Timeshare Industry”](https://resorttrades.com/arda-2025-state-of-the-vacation-timeshare-industry/) - ARDA’s 2025 U.S. Timeshare Study shows $10.5B in sales, rising rentals, and evolving models as the industry adapts to post-pandemic travel trends.
- [GNEX-CRTA 2025 Announces New Panel: Customer Acquisition—Balancing Tradition, Technology & Trust](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-crta-2025-announces-new-panel-customer-acquisition-balancing-tradition-technology-trust/) - The GNEX-CRTA 2025 Conference has announced an exciting new panel: “Customer Acquisition: Balancing Tradition, Technology & Trust.”
- [Beyond the Contract: Building Vendor-Client Partnerships That Last](https://resorttrades.com/beyond-the-contract-building-vendor-client-partnerships-that-last/) - A strong loan servicer partnership is vital in timeshare ownership—driving trust, compliance, and owner satisfaction while protecting your brand and goals.
- [Reimagining Legacy Timeshare Resorts: A Practical Path to Sustainability](https://resorttrades.com/reimagining-legacy-timeshare-resorts-a-practical-path-to-sustainability/) - Most timeshare resorts pre-2000 face challenges today with aging infrastructure, outdated documents, and evolving ownership structures.
- [Maverick Resort Partners with Capital Vacations to Revitalize and Reopen the Property](https://resorttrades.com/maverick-resort-partners-with-capital-vacations-to-revitalize-and-reopen-the-property/) - Capital Vacations, a leading provider of management for independent resorts, is proud to announce a new partnership with The Maverick Resort Owners Association.
- [The Big Questions- #1: Will timeshare ever solve the resale quagmire?](https://resorttrades.com/the-big-questions-1-will-timeshare-ever-solve-the-resale-quagmire/) - Resort Trades is asking several industry professionals to ponder some major questions. One major question we’re contemplating is the never-ending resale issue.
- [The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ Expands in Asia Pacific with New Resort in Khao Lak, Thailand and Growth in Bali and Shanghai](https://resorttrades.com/the-marriott-vacation-clubs-expands-in-asia-pacific-with-new-resort-in-khao-lak-thailand-and-growth-in-bali-and-shanghai/) - The Marriott Vacation Clubs is expanding its presence in Asia Pacific with the opening of Marriott Vacation Club, Khao Lak Beach Resort in Thailand.
- [The New Age of Travel Clubs: A B2B Opportunity Built on Loyalty and Lifestyle](https://resorttrades.com/the-new-age-of-travel-clubs-a-b2b-opportunity-built-on-loyalty-and-lifestyle/) - All travelers are inundated with options, began looking for smarter ways to cut through the noise and reclaim simplicity.
- [Suite Magic Enhances 5-Star Resort Luxury](https://resorttrades.com/suite-magic-enhances-5-star-resort-luxury/) - In five-star hospitality, luxury is not simply a feature—it is a principle that shapes the guest experience, from dining and spa to the details of suites.
- [Resort Trades talks about ARDA's timeshare industry report](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-talks-about-ardas-timeshare-industry-report/) - Sept. 2025 Resort Trades Timeshare Magazine: Sustainability, Transparency, Partnerships, “State of the Vacation Timeshare Industry”, Management, Travel Clubs
- [Is Your Legacy Resort Sustainable?](https://resorttrades.com/is-your-legacy-resort-sustainable/) - The term “legacy resort” generally refers to hundreds of “sold out” resorts that were created prior to the 1990s that are managed by owners associations.
- [Capital Vacations Expands in Gatlinburg with Acquisition of Resort Operations and Real Estate at Two Properties](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-expands-in-gatlinburg/) - Capital Vacations acquires resort assets in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, expanding services and management at two popular Tennessee destinations.
- [Navigating Growth, Culture, and Connection: A Conversation with Westgate’s Jared Saft](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-growth-culture-and-connection-a-conversation-with-westgates-jared-saft/) - During Resort Trades Learning Center interview with him, Saft offered insights into how his company is evolving hospitality while staying rooted in values.
- [Timeshare’s Half-time Report: Our industry check-up, as of August 1, 2025](https://resorttrades.com/timeshares-half-time-report-our-industry-check-up-as-of-august-1-2025/) - Using an extensive review of published data and assisted by ChatGPT, following is our ‘unofficial and unsanctioned’ overview of the status of the industry.
- [ResortCom Honored as a USA Today Top Workplace of 2025](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-honored-as-a-usa-today-top-workplace-of-2025/) - ResortCom named a USA Today Top Workplace 2025, recognized for its people-first RCLIFE culture, employee growth, and excellence in hospitality services.
- [Dink for Pink Charity Pickleball “Teams” Tournament: Pickleball Players Rally to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Survivors’ Dream Vacation](https://resorttrades.com/dink-for-pink-charity-pickleball-tournament/) - Pickleball players unite Oct 11 in Vista, CA for Dink for Pink, raising funds to send breast cancer survivors on healing vacations through SMOV.
- [From Cockpits to Communities: Jan Barrow's Purposeful Journey in the Timeshare Industry](https://resorttrades.com/from-cockpits-to-communities-jan-barrows-purposeful-journey-in-the-timeshare-industry/) - Jan Barrow’s journey from hospitality’s front lines to senior leadership at Lemonjuice Solutions showcases grit, vision, and a people-first approach.
- [Westgate Resorts Caps off $120 Million Investment in Kissimmee Resort with the Opening of New Mystery Fun House Arcade Experience](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-opens-120m-mystery-fun-house-arcade/) - Westgate Resorts unveils the $120M Mystery Fun House Arcade in Kissimmee, blending retro nostalgia with modern gaming, dining, and family fun.
- [Transparency Is the New Currency of Trust in Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/favorite-consumer-innovation-transparency/) - From airlines to timeshares, transparency is now survival. Learn how clear communication and education build trust, loyalty, and competitive advantage.
- [Inside Timeshare Tech: How Modern Platforms Are Reshaping Resort Management](https://resorttrades.com/inside-timeshare-tech-how-modern-platforms-are-reshaping-resort-management/) - TimeShareWare’s Mike Norton shares how cloud tools, AI, and secure portals are reshaping resort management and elevating owner experiences.
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated Secures Major Win and Exposes Timeshare Exit Team for its False, Misleading and Deceptive Practices](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-incorporated-secures-major-win-and-exposes-timeshare-exit-team-for-its-false-misleading-and-deceptive-practices/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations announced it has achieved a significant victory in its ongoing efforts to prevent timeshare owners from falling prey to the false claims of Timeshare Exit Team
- [Diamond Resorts & Timeshare Owners Warn of Newton Group & DC Capital Law's Timeshare 'Exit' Scams](https://resorttrades.com/diamond-resorts-timeshare-owners-warn-of-newton-group-dc-capital-laws-timeshare-exit-scams/) - Diamond Resorts® are warning timeshare owners not to work with fraudulent third-party exit companies.
- [ARDA-ROC Commends Attorneys General for Fighting Timeshare Resale and Exit Fraud](https://resorttrades.com/arda-roc-commends-attorneys-general-for-fighting-timeshare-resale-and-exit-fraud/) - In Support of Consumer Protection Week, ARDA-ROC Commends Attorneys General on The Fight Against Timeshare Exit Fraud & Cautions Consumers When Looking to Exit
- [AG Rutledge gets $2.6 million judgment against Bentonville timeshare exit firm](https://resorttrades.com/ag-rutledge-gets-2-6-million-judgment-against-bentonville-timeshare-exit-firm/) - Arkansas Attorney General Leslie Rutledge announced Wednesday (May 5) a $2.6 million judgment against Real Travel, LLC, and the company’s founder Brian Scroggs.
- [Timeshare Exit Team Closes its Doors, Serving as Yet Another Warning to Consumers](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-exit-team-closes-its-doors-serving-as-yet-another-warning-to-consumers/) - Less than 6 months after Washington State Attorney General announced Timeshare Exit Team must stop its timeshare exit practices – the company has closed.
- [How to Exit a Timeshare if a Developer Cannot Take Back Your Product](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-exit-a-timeshare-if-a-developer-cannot-take-back-your-product/) - Nearly 10 million U.S. households own timeshare products that allow them to travel the world in spacious accommodations with top-tier amenities.
- [Built to Play, Designed to Stay: How Playgrounds Give Resorts a Competitive Edge](https://resorttrades.com/built-to-play-designed-to-stay-how-playgrounds-give-resorts-a-competitive-edge/) - Planning how to spend that time can be more stressful than relaxing for those traveling with younger children.
- [Virginia Beach’s Atrium Resort by Vacatia Supports Local Officers with Special Gathering](https://resorttrades.com/virginia-beachs-atrium-resort-by-vacatia-supports-local-officers-with-special-gathering/) - The Atrium Resort by Vacatia, recently rolled out a warm welcome for the Virginia Beach Police Department as part of the 2nd Precinct’s Adopt a Muster program.
- [How to Stick Your Landing in the Timeshare Resort Industry’s “Opportunity Zone”?](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-stick-your-landing-in-the-timeshare-resort-industrys-opportunity-zone/) - Picture this: you’re at an ARDA reception, see a group gathered around, and overhear executives talking about a major challenge they’re facing…and guess what?
- [U.S. Financing for Mexican Resorts: Colebrook’s Perspective on a Cross-Border Opportunity](https://resorttrades.com/u-s-financing-for-mexican-resorts-colebrooks-perspective-on-a-cross-border-opportunity/) - To dig into the real challenges and opportunities of financing Mexican vacation ownership resorts, we spoke with Bill Ryczek of Colebrook Financial Company.
- [Grand Futures: Tuition Assistance That Grows Generations](https://resorttrades.com/grand-futures-tuition-assistance-that-grows-generations/) - Grand Pacific Resorts has embraced this approach wholeheartedly with a tuition reimbursement program that supports both associates and their adult children.
- [The Belgrove Resort & Spa West Palm Beach Appoints Brittany Drenth to General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/the-belgrove-resort-spa-west-palm-beach-appoints-brittany-drenth-to-general-manager/) - The Belgrove Resort & Spa West Palm Beach, an Autograph Collection by Marriott property, announces the appointment of Brittany Drenth to General Manager.
- [Resort Trades Learning Center to Feature Exclusive Interview with ARDA SVP of Public Relations, Marketing & Communications David Axel](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-learning-center-to-feature-exclusive-interview-with-arda-marketing-communications-david-axel/) - Resort Trades is pleased to welcome David J. Axel, JD, MBA, MSCIS, as the new Senior Vice President of Public Relations, Marketing & Communications for ARDA.
- [12 Rules of Timeshare Renovation](https://resorttrades.com/12-rules-of-timeshare-renovation/) - Timeshare owners buy dreams – not real estate - and successful resort operators, must facilitate those dreams.
- [ARDA Partners with Roadtrippers to Give Travelers a Better Way to Road Trip This Summer with Six Interactive Itineraries](https://resorttrades.com/arda-partners-with-roadtrippers-to-give-travelers-a-better-way-to-road-trip-this-summer-with-six-interactive-itineraries/) - ARDA and Roadtrippers unveil six curated U.S. road‑trip itineraries this summer—blending iconic routes, family attractions and timeshare resort stays.
- [Dramatic Timeshare Growth Increases Demand for Resort Suppliers](https://resorttrades.com/dramatic-timeshare-growth-increases-demand-for-resort-suppliers/) - Fall 2025 is anticipated to become a record-breaking season for vendors and suppliers serving the resort development market.
- [Tamarack Resort Named Top Resort in Travel + Leisure's 2025 "World's Best Awards"](https://resorttrades.com/tamarack-resort-named-top-resort-in-travel-leisures-2025-worlds-best-awards/) - Tamarack Resort has been officially named a Top Resort in Travel + Leisure’s renowned 2025 World’s Best Awards.
- [Jason Tremblay Unveils AI Comment Responder to Lighten the Load for Advertisers](https://resorttrades.com/jason-tremblay-unveils-ai-comment-responder-to-lighten-the-load-for-advertisers/) - Jason Tremblay, CEO of ONE Agency and ConversionIQ.ai, announces Comment Responder, an AI tool designed to help advertisers better manage engagement.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results and Accelerates Strategic Growth](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-reports-strong-q2-2025-results-and-accelerates-strategic-growth/) - Travel + Leisure Co. announced its financial results for the Q2 of 2025, reflecting continued strength in vacation ownership performance and forward momentum.
- [Hearty Reserve Fund Critical for Timeshares Industry](https://resorttrades.com/hearty-reserve-fund-critical-for-timeshares-industry/) - To fully appreciate why a common interest realty association (“CIRA”) must put money aside in reserve, you need to understand its responsibilities.
- [Tariff Turmoil: What Resorts Can Do Now](https://resorttrades.com/tariff-turmoil-what-resorts-can-do-now/) - Many professionals across timeshare are navigating the terrain with cautious adaptability, offering insight and strategies to help resorts stay ahead.
- [Michael Brown Announces Sports Illustrated Resorts Coming to Nashville](https://resorttrades.com/michael-brown-announces-sports-illustrated-resorts-coming-to-nashville/) - In a recent post, Michael D. Brown, President & CEO of Travel + Leisure Co., announced a major development: Sports Illustrated Resorts is coming to Nashville.
- [Westgate’s Bold Vision Headlines August 2025 Resort Trades Magazine](https://resorttrades.com/westgates-bold-vision-headlines-august-2025-resort-trades-magazine/) - Resort Trades’ August 2025 edition, is making waves with its cover story featuring Westgate Resorts and the dynamic leadership of Jared Saft.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Expands into Oregon](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-expands-into-oregon/) - Grand Pacific Resorts, a leader in timeshare vacation ownership management, announces the addition of Canyon Rim at Eagle Crest Resort in Redmond, Oregon.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Launches New Vacation Club, Accor Vacation Club Asia Pacific, in Indonesia](https://resorttrades.com/accor-vacation-club-asia-pacific-indonesia/) - Travel + Leisure Co. has announced the expansion of the Accor Vacation Club brand with the formation of a brand new Asia-based vacation club.
- [Peace of Mind in a Digital World](https://resorttrades.com/peace-of-mind-in-a-digital-world/) - Manage sensitive data across countries, currencies, & systems. If not vigilant, we’re not just risking numbers—we’re risking trust, reputations, and the resort.
- [Resort Trades: An independent voice for  more than a quarter century](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-an-independent-voice-for-more-than-a-quarter-century/) - You might say the timeshare resort business is a “family affair” for Tim Wilson, publisher of Resort Trades. He grew up around a large land-based resort that his dad, Jim Wilson, developed in Crossville, Tennessee. He graduated with a degree in civil engineering degree from Tennessee Technological University in 1980. “At the time I graduated,
- [Subscription Mindset Meets Wanderlust: How Vacation Ownership Fits the Future of Travel](https://resorttrades.com/subscription-mindset-meets-wanderlust-how-vacation-ownership-fits-the-future-of-travel/) - Today’s travelers—particularly Millennials and Gen Z—are seeking more than just hotel bookings; they want access, flexibility, and value.
- [Colebrook Financial Presents Its Annual Lender Education Seminar](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-annual-lender-education-seminar/) - The session was a success, and over the next several years, our panels included timeshare luminaries like Craig Nash, Don Harrill, Dave Pontiusand many others.
- [Strategy Over Spending: A Cost/Benefit Analysis for Timeshare Digital Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/strategy-over-spending-a-cost-benefit-analysis-for-timeshare-digital-marketing/) - The difference isn’t budget size. It’s whether you’re spending strategically or just spending. The problem is that people don’t know how to evaluate the waste.
- [Monterey Financial Services Celebrates 35 Years of Empowering Businesses and Consumers with Financing Options for Important Purchases](https://resorttrades.com/monterey-financial-services-celebrates-35/) - MFS has supported thousands of companies across the nation in achieving stronger revenue performance, broader consumer reach, and lasting financial results.
- [🎯 How to Stick Your Landing in the Timeshare Resort Industry’s “Opportunity Zone”?](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-resort-opportunity-zone/) - Picture this: you’re at an ARDA reception, see a group gathered around, and overhear executives talking about a major challenge they’re facing…and guess what?
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Partners with Connolly Ranch to Support Families in Napa Valley](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-partners-with-connolly-ranch-to-support-families-in-napa-valley/) - Grand Pacific Resorts has announced an community partnership with Connolly Ranch, a Napa Valley-based nonprofit dedicated to nature education for families.
- [Are your Reputation Management Tactics Putting your Company at Risk?](https://resorttrades.com/reputation-management-tactics-putting-your-company-at-risk/) - There are three major buzzes in the intersecting world of content creation and technology: Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Reputation Management.
- [Maintenance Fee Musts: Ten Rules for Prompt Payment](https://resorttrades.com/maintenance-fee-musts-ten-rules-for-prompt-payment/) - Maintenance fee collections are crucial for resort success. Delinquent payments lead to higher fees for others & jeopardize the resort's services and existence.
- [Westgate Resorts and Chuck E. Cheese Sign Strategic Arcade, Tech & Marketing Relationship](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-and-chuck-e-cheese-marketing-relationship/) - Westgate Resorts and Chuck E. Cheese, announced a marketing agreement, which will expand access to immersive gaming experiences for families visiting Florida.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. and Hornblower Group Make Waves with New Partnership](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-hornblower-group-make-waves-with-partnership/) - Together, we'll offer curated vacation packages for Hornblower’s 22+ million annual guests and VIP experiences for Travel + Leisure's members and guests.
- [River Ranch Wins Big in USA Today 2025 Awards](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-river-ranch-resort-rodeo-usa-todays-10best/) - Westgate River Ranch named a 2025 USA Today 10Best winner for Best Glamping and Best Rodeo experiences.
- [How will Agentic AI elevate the guest experience and bring world-class service to all?](https://resorttrades.com/how-will-agentic-ai-elevate-the-guest-experience-and-bring-world-class-service-to-all/) - Traditional AI systems react to prompts, Agentic AI is proactive, autonomous, and goal-driven. It doesn’t just serve - it collaborates, adapts, and elevates.
- [Viva Resorts by Wyndham Makes History as First All-Inclusive Resort to Reach Top Wyndham Green Certification](https://resorttrades.com/viva-resorts-wyndham-green-certification/) - Viva Maya and Viva Azteca have become the first all-inclusive resorts in the Wyndham portfolio to achieve Level 5 Wyndham Green Certification Program.
- [Indiana HIMSS Elects Bob Kobek of Patients-Count® by Mobius Vendor Partners to Its Board](https://resorttrades.com/indiana-himss-elects-bob-kobek-of-patients-count-by-mobius-vendor-partners-to-its-board/) - The Indiana Chapter of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) has elected Bob Kobek, to its board of directors.
- [Colebrook Financial Closes $5 Million Loan with Myrmex Vacation Club to Support Growth in Mexico](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-closes-loan-with-myrmex-for-mexico-growth/) - Colebrook Financial closes $5M loan with Myrmex Vacation Club to support growth at Los Cabos Golf Resort, expanding timeshare lending in Mexico.
- [The Most Important Innovation in Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/most-important-innovation-in-hospitality/) - Hospitality innovation starts with people. Discover how training programs at Grand Pacific Resorts empower teams and drive next-gen guest experiences.
- [Westgate Resorts Opens River Country Water Park in Central Florida](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-opens-river-country-water-park-in-central-florida/) - Westgate Resorts has announced the official opening of River Country Water Park, the newest attraction at the award-winning Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo.
- [How to Share Customer Data Without Risk](https://resorttrades.com/best-practices-for-sharing-consumer-data-securely/) - Learn how resort developers can protect owner data while working with third-party vendors. Follow proven practices for secure, transparent data sharing.
- [Monterey Financial Services Appoints New Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Weiss](https://resorttrades.com/monterey-financial-services-appoints-new-chief-executive-officer-kevin-weiss/) - Monterey Financial Services, a national leader in specialty financing and loan servicing, announces the appointment of Kevin Weiss as CEO.
- [No, It’s Not a Cult—It’s Just Our 33% Email Open Rate](https://resorttrades.com/no-its-not-a-cult-its-just-our-33-email-open-rate/) - Why Timeshare Vendors and Travel Club Operators Keep Coming Back to Resort Trades for Results In an age when most trade emails get ignored like last year’s timeshare maintenance bill, Resort Trades Weekly is bucking the trend. With a 33% average email open rate and a 2% (and growing) click-through rate, this modestly-sized trade publication
- [Lennon Communications Celebrates 40 Years](https://resorttrades.com/lennon-communications-40-years/) - Lennon Communications, a full-service communications firm specializing in public relations, branding, and digital media, announces its 40th anniversary.
- [Beyond Management: Seth Godin’s Call for a New Era of Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/beyond-management-seth-godins-call-for-a-new-era-of-leadership/) - Seth Godin urges leaders to ditch outdated models and embrace bold, authentic leadership in a fast-changing world—because management alone isn’t enough.
- [Navigating Leadership: Building a Strong Vacation Ownership Resort Association Board](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-leadership-building-a-strong-vacation-ownership-resort-association-board/) - Volunteering as a vacation owners association board member comes with significant responsibilities, occasional complications, and potential conflicts.
- [Reaching Timeshare Professionals…Is It Worth It?](https://resorttrades.com/reaching-timeshare-professionalsis-it-worth-it/) - Reach key decision-makers in the $14B timeshare industry with Resort Trades—niche media with unmatched access, engagement, and editorial support.
- [Christel DeHaan’s Enduring Legacy: RCI Leader Reflects on a Mission of Giving Back](https://resorttrades.com/christel-houses-mission-continues-rcis-juan-ignacio-rodriguez-on-expanding-a-legacy-of-transformation/) - RCI’s Juan Ignacio Rodriguez reflects on Christel DeHaan’s legacy and Christel House’s global mission to break poverty through education.
- [Disaster Recovery Plans: The Right Preparation Can Protect Assets and Profits](https://resorttrades.com/disaster-recovery-plans/) - Natural disasters devastate communities—and 1 in 4 businesses never reopen. Learn why planning is essential for business survival after catastrophe.
- [The Resorts Companies Name John Alvarez General Counsel](https://resorttrades.com/the-resorts-companies-name-john-alvarez-general-counsel/) - The Resorts Companies appoints John Alvarez as general counsel to support legal strategy and expansion at Massanutten and Wilderness Presidential Resorts.
- [Colebrook Financial Increases Hypothecation Loan to $18 Million for InnSeason Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-increases-hypothecation-loan-to-18-million-for-innseason-resorts/) - Colebrook boosts InnSeason Resorts loan to $18M, supporting sales growth, jobs, and tourism across New England’s thriving vacation ownership market.
- [Why Cybersecurity Matters for Every Resort Professional: Key Takeaways from Resort Trades’ Latest Learning Center Webinar](https://resorttrades.com/why-cybersecurity-matters-for-every-resort-professional-key-takeaways-from-resort-trades-latest-learning-center-webinar/) - Protect guest data and reduce risk. Cybersecurity insights for resorts from Trinity Service Enterprises in this Resort Trades Learning Center webinar.
- [Collaboration, Compliance, and Innovation Take Center Stage on Final Day of ARDA-ROC/TBMA Spring Conference](https://resorttrades.com/collaboration-compliance-and-innovation-take-center-stage-on-final-day-of-arda-roc-tbma-spring-conference/) - Final day of the ARDA-ROC/Timeshare Board Members Association Conference delivered a powerful conclusion to the week with insight, innovation, & collaboration.
- [ResortCom Enhances Hotel Reservation Services with Expansion to Guadalajara, Mexico](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-enhances-hotel-reservation-services-with-expansion-to-guadalajara-mexico/) - ResortCom International, a provider of vacation club services, announces the expansion of its Hotel Reservation services division to Guadalajara, Mexico.
- [AI in Hospitality: Finding the Perfect Balance Between Technology and Human Touch](https://resorttrades.com/ai-in-hospitality-finding-the-perfect-balance-between-technology-and-human-touch/) - Discover how independent resorts can use AI to streamline operations, personalize guest experiences, and enhance—not replace—the human touch in hospitality.
- [Green Hospitality: Boosting Guest Satisfaction and Profits with Clean Energy](https://resorttrades.com/green-hospitality-boosting-guest-satisfaction-and-profits-with-clean-energy/) - U.S. hotels spend about $2,196 per room annually on energy, making up roughly 6% of operating costs, according to EnergyStar.gov.
- [The Passing of a Timesharing Pioneer Developer: Allen Ten Broek of The Mariner Group](https://resorttrades.com/the-passing-of-a-timesharing-pioneer-developer-allen-ten-broek-of-the-mariner-group/) - In 1976, timesharing was barely a blip on the real estate horizon. But not for consummate visionary Allen TenBroek, who passed away on May 5, 2025.
- [The Amenities Arms Race: How Resorts Are Redefining the Guest Experience](https://resorttrades.com/the-amenities-arms-race/) - From robot concierges to in-room Peloton bikes, you may compete with hotels that are upping their game to remain relevant and resonate with guest expectations.
- [Employee Terminations: Humane Treatment Can Benefit the Bottom Line](https://resorttrades.com/employee-terminations-humane-treatment-can-benefit-the-bottom-line/) - Managers need to prepare carefully for exit procedures that provide a clean break with departing individuals while maintaining staff morale.
- [Vacatia Partners with iLX Studios to Transform Sales & Marketing Training and Learning Experiences](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-partners-with-ilx-studios-to-transform-sales-marketing-training-and-learning-experiences/) - iLX Studios announced today their partnership with Vacatia, a leading provider of innovative vacation ownership and hospitality services.
- [SPI Software Extends Market Leadership with Strategic Acquisition of ViewPoint](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-extends-market-leadership-with-strategic-acquisition-of-viewpoint/) - Systems Products International Inc. announced its acquisition of @Work International Pty Ltd (“ViewPoint”), a software and technology from RCI.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Appoints Erik Hoag as New Chief Financial Officer Amid Strategic Growth and Brand Portfolio Expansion](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-appoints-erik-hoag-as-new-chief-financial-officer-amid-strategic-growth-and-brand-portfolio-expansion/) - Travel + Leisure Co. announced the appointment of Erik Hoag to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) replacing outgoing CFO Mike Hug, who is retiring after 26 years.
- [Westgate Resorts Completes Acquisition of VOS, Exclusive Management and Sales Partner of VI Resorts, Introduces VI Resorts by Westgate](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-completes-acquisition-of-vos-exclusive-management-and-sales-partner-of-vi-resorts-introduces-vi-resorts-by-westgate/) - Westgate Resorts announced today the completion of its agreement to purchase Bellevue, Washington-based Vacation Ownership Sales (VOS), which has the exclusive management, sales, and marketing rights of VI Resorts, North America's largest owner-controlled timeshare and vacation club. As part of the transaction, the vacation club will now operate as VI Resorts by Westgate, reflecting Westgate’s more
- [It’s All About Mindset](https://resorttrades.com/its-all-about-mindset/) - Jim Madrid, Co-Founder of Madrid Partners is a renowned speaker, author, and executive coach. Jim is especially respected within the timeshare resort community.
- [RCI Honors Global Leaders in Sustainable Hospitality with Expanded Green Awards Program](https://resorttrades.com/rci-honors-global-leaders-in-sustainable-hospitality-with-expanded-green-awards-program/) - RCI marked Earth Day by announcing nine affiliate resorts honored in its annual RCI® Green Awards, recognizing excellence in sustainable hospitality.
- [Lake Ida's Newest Modern Farmhouse by Clive Daniel Home & Mizner Development](https://resorttrades.com/lake-idas-newest-modern-farmhouse-by-clive-daniel-home-mizner-development/) - Mizner Development unveils a new gem in Lake Ida, just minutes from Atlantic Avenue and the beach in this sought-after Delray neighborhood.
- [Making Old New Again: The Transformative Power of Strategic Renovations](https://resorttrades.com/making-old-new-again-the-transformative-power-of-strategic-renovations/) - We’ve all experienced the moment when walking into a \renovated space—that instinctive “wow” factor makes us immediately feel we’ve made the right choice.
- [Refurbishment Hacks: How to Maximize Your Budget](https://resorttrades.com/refurbishment-tips-getting-the-most-for-the-least/) - Resort refurbishments are inevitable, but with smart planning, upgrades can boost guest satisfaction, increase bookings, and save money long-term.
- [There’s No Place for AI in Hospitality Guest Interactions -Think Again!](https://resorttrades.com/theres-no-place-for-ai-in-hospitality-guest-interaction/) - When you think of hospitality, you think of warm welcomes, personalized service, & human touch - the kind of experiences that make guests feel valued & special.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Honored by Gallup as a Global Leader in Employee Engagement and Workplace Culture](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-honored-by-gallup-as-a-global-leader-in-employee-engagement-and-workplace-culture/) - Travel + Leisure Co. announced it was honored with the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for employee engagement for the third consecutive year.
- [Waterwheel Marketing Launches Market-Exclusive Direct Booking Audit for Hospitality Brands](https://resorttrades.com/waterwheel-marketing-launches-market-exclusive-direct-booking-audit-for-hospitality-brands/) - Waterwheel Marketing has launched the Direct Booking Audit, a high-impact, strategy-first service designed to help hospitality brands reduce OTA dependency.
- [A Woman’s Guide to Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/a-womans-guide-to-leadership/) - “Successful people aren’t necessarily smarter, happier, or more competent. They are simply better at dumping their HeadTrash!” according to Renie Cavallari.
- [HOA Budgeting and Planning](https://resorttrades.com/hoa-budgeting-and-planning/) - Oh, planning and budgeting. That thing that slaps you with dread, overwhelm and/or makes you as excited as a kid opening a brand-new, 2,000 piece puzzle on Christmas Day.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Leverages AI to Redefine Resort Management and Unlock New Possibilities](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-leverages-ai-to-redefine-resort-management-and-unlock-new-possibilities/) - They are using AI to power virtual assistants, optimize housekeeping scheduling, help with pricing decisions, and making it easier than ever to go green.
- [Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa Secures $235M Loan](https://resorttrades.com/gurneys-montauk-resort-seawater-spa-secures-235m-loan/) - BLDG Management and Metrovest Equities have announced the completion of a $235 million refinancing for Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa in Montauk, NY.
- [Trinity Service Enterprises Achieves SOC 1 Type II Compliance, Strengthening Trust in Vacation Ownership Financial and Contact Center Solutions](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-service-enterprises-achieves-soc-1-type-ii-compliance-strengthening-trust-in-vacation-ownership-financial-and-contact-center-solutions/) - Trinity Services Enterprises announced the completion of its SOC 1Type II examination, performed in accordance with attestation standards e by AICPA.
- [Merlin Software for Vacation Ownership Appoints Mike Ashton as SVP of Resort Partnerships & Revenue Generation to Spearhead North American Expansion](https://resorttrades.com/merlin-software-for-vacation-ownership-appoints-mike-ashton-as-svp-of-resort-partnerships-revenue-generation-to-spearhead-north-american-expansion/) - Merlin Software for Vacation Ownership, proudly announces the return of Mike Ashton as Senior Vice President of Resort Partnerships and Revenue Generation.
- [SMOV Strong 5K](https://resorttrades.com/smov-strong-5k/) - An annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October, the charitable foundation Send Me On Vacation (SMOV) will host SMOV Strong 5K. You can join in by signing up online and participating in a virtual ‘5K Marathon.’
- [Resort Trades rebrands monthly online newsletter](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-rebrands-monthly-online-newsletter/) - Resort Trades, the timeshare industry’s news journal, says revised website ResortTrades.com and RESORT WEEKLY play vital communications role.
- [Resort Trades to Sponsor C.A.R.E. in 2017](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-to-sponsor-care-in-2017/) - The timeshare professional’s monthly business journal, Resort Trades, and website, ResortTrades.com, are pleased to announce they will once again provide sponsorship for C.A.R.E..
- [Tennessee Fires Update](https://resorttrades.com/tennessee-fires-update/) - The latest news from the TEMA said “1,413 structures have been damaged or destroyed by the fire, including Westgate Resort and Smoky Mountain Castle.”
- [Remembering David A. Siegel](https://resorttrades.com/remembering-david-a-siegel/) - Sadly, we announce the passing of David Alan Siegel, Founder and Executive Chairman of Westgate Resorts, on April 5, 2025 at the age of 89.
- [The Canadian Resort & Travel Association: Canadian Timeshare’s Unifying Body](https://resorttrades.com/the-canadian-resort-travel-association-canadian-timeshares-unifying-body/) - Once again, Resort Trades’ publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, sat down with Gaetan Babin to discuss his activities as President & CEO of the CRTA.
- [Colebrook Financial Backs $5.8 Million Renovation of Church Street Inn](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-backs-5-8-million-renovation-of-church-street-inn/) - Colebrook Financial provided a $5.8 million repurposing loan to LaTour Hotels and Resorts, a subsidiary of the Zealandia Holding Company.
- [ResortCom International Unveils New And Improved Member Website](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-international-unveils-new-and-improved-member-website/) - ResortCom International, a leading provider of vacation club services, is excited to announce the release of its newly redesigned Member Website.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide’s Jeannette Greene Honored with ARDA ACE Employee of the Year Award](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwides-jeannette-greene-honored-with-arda-ace-employee-of-the-year-award/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide is proud to announce that Jeannette Greene has been named the 2025 ARDA ACE Employee of the Year by the ARDA.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Shines at ARDA 2025 Awards](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-shines-at-arda-2025-awards/) - Grand Pacific Resorts is proud to announce that 5 of its exceptional Associates and Teams were honored as winners at the 2025 ARDA Awards
- [Westgate Resorts Founder David Siegel Honored with ACE Lifetime Achievement Award](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-founder-david-siegel-honored-with-ace-lifetime-achievement-award/) - David Siegel was awarded the prestigious ACE Lifetime Achievement Award for his vision, leadership, and contributions to the vacation ownership industries.
- [Vacatia Wins Three American Resort Development Association Awards](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-wins-three-american-resort-development-association-awards/) - Vacatia has been recognized with three awards from the ARDA, the national trade association for the vacation ownership industry.
- [That Sounds Like a Good Idea. Let’s Try It!](https://resorttrades.com/that-sounds-like-a-good-idea-lets-try-it/) - Often, the best results come from those moments when someone says, “That sounds like a good idea. Let’s try it!” This mindset is more than just taking action.
- [Your Guests Don’t Care About Buzzwords](https://resorttrades.com/your-guests-dont-care-about-buzzwords/) - Drowning in buzzwords? Hospitality’s jargon overload complicates what pros have done for decades. Let’s cut through the noise and get back to basics.
- [Vacatia Expands Managed Resort Portfolio with Six New Properties](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-expands-managed-resort-portfolio-with-six-new-properties/) - Vacatia has announced that six new resorts have engaged its management services over the past three months.
- [Vacatia’s Bold Move: A New Era for Independent Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/vacatias-bold-move-a-new-era-for-independent-resorts/) - Vacatia’s acquisition of The Berkley Group and Daily Management, a move that strengthens its position as a key player in the independent resort sector.
- [Renewing Our Outlook on How to Promote Owner Resales](https://resorttrades.com/renewing-our-outlook-on-how-to-promote-owner-resales/) - Legacy resorts face excess resale inventory without high-volume developer sales. The challenge: how to promote and sell these available properties.
- [ResortCom: Over 35 Years of Expertise in Vacation Ownership Services](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-over-35-years-of-expertise-in-vacation-ownership-services/) - ResortCom, a leader in timeshare management software, financial services, and call center solutions, is proud to celebrate over 35 years of service excellence.
- [Welcome to Hospitality Innovation In Action: Putting Excellence in Motion](https://resorttrades.com/putting-excellence-in-motion/) - Making smart resort industry decisions requires knowledge, not just innovation. Explore insights on choosing vendors, investments, and strategies wisely.
- [Boosting Financial Clarity: Budgeting & Reporting for Vacation Ownership Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/enhancing-financial-transparency-effective-budgeting-and-reporting-for-vacation-ownership-resorts/) - Strong financial management ensures vacation resorts’ success through effective budgeting, reporting, and transparency.
- [Vacatia Named Best Management Company at GNEX Conference](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-named-best-management-company-at-gnex-conference/) - Vacatia was named Best Management Company at the 2025 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards, which were presented on February 26 at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas.
- [BluWater Group Dominates GNEX Las Vegas 2025 with Three Prestigious Awards](https://resorttrades.com/bluwater-group-gnex-2025-awards/) - BluWater Group as emerged as a top industry leader at GNEX Conference 2025, securing three major awards. This recognition cements BluWater’s reputation.
- [La Quinta Resort & Club Announces Expansive Renovation Ahead of Centennial Celebration](https://resorttrades.com/la-quinta-resort-club-announces-expansive-renovation-ahead-of-centennial-celebration/) - La Quinta Resort & Club unveils a stunning resort-wide renovation, honoring its iconic past while setting a new standard of luxury for its upcoming year.
- [Vacatia Hires David McDonald as Vice President of Partner Services](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-hires-david-mcdonald-as-vice-president-of-partner-services/) - Vacatia, the fastest-growing management company in the vacation ownership industry, has hired of David McDonald as vice president of partner services.
- [ResortCom International Wins Philanthropist of The Year At 2025 GNEX Awards](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-wins-philanthropist-gnex-awards/) - ResortCom International wins Philanthropist of the Year at the 2025 GNEX Conference for its outstanding commitment to philanthropy and community service.
- [Retirees Staying on the Road: From Resorts to RV Retirement](https://resorttrades.com/retirees-staying-on-the-road-from-resorts-to-rv-retirement/) - Tim Wilson saw RV owners share timeshare owners' love for travel. Taking over in 2002, he grew an RV housing development using timeshare marketing tactics.
- [ARDA WIN: Helping Build Strong Leaders](https://resorttrades.com/arda-win-helping-build-strong-leaders/) - Empowering & inspiring! The ARDA WIN Winter Conference (Jan 23, 2025) gave aspiring women in timeshares advice & networking with industry leaders.
- [Retired Sales Trainer and College Professor Reveals Secret To Successful Sales](https://resorttrades.com/retired-sales-trainer-and-college-professor-reveals-secret-to-successful-sales/) - With a BA in Speech/Theater & an MA in Speech Communication, I spent 20 years as a SUNY professor while also working in sales across multiple industries.
- [GNEX 2025 Conference & Vacation Industry Award Winners Shine in Las Vegas](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-2025-conference-vacation-industry-award-winners-shine-in-las-vegas/) - The GNEX Conference’s 15th anniversary at The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas delivered top execs, dynamic talks, & record-breaking networking in the vacation industry.
- [Vacatia Team Members Named as Finalists for 15 ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-team-members-named-as-finalists-for-15-arda-awards/) - Vacatia Inc. announces its team members are finalists for 15 awards by the American Resort Development Association, honoring innovation in timeshare resorts.
- [Industry Icon Georgi Bohrod Gordon Retires](https://resorttrades.com/industry-icon-georgi-bohrod-gordon-retires/) - Georgi Bohrod Gordon retires after a legendary career in timeshare communications. Celebrating her impact and wishing her joy in this next chapter!
- [Timeshare…the Little Engine That Could](https://resorttrades.com/timesharethe-little-engine-that-could/) - Timeshare stocks are undervalued, with strong growth potential. Millennials are driving demand, securing a stable future despite economic uncertainties.
- [ARDA Teams Up with Soccer Gold Medalist Sydney Leroux to Launch ‘Sharing Time Off’ Contest](https://resorttrades.com/arda-teams-up-with-soccer-gold-medalist-sydney-leroux-to-launch-sharing-time-off-contest/) - ARDAis partnering with Olympic gold medalist, soccer star, and mom of two, Sydney Leroux, to launch the Sharing Time Off Contest*, open now through March 19th.
- [Colebrook Financial Announces New Public Relations and Marketing Relationship](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-announces-new-public-relations-and-marketing-relationship/) - Colebrook announced that it has contracted for its marketing & public relations functions with someone who has the same surname as one of Colebrook’s partners.
- [Trinity Resort Services Rebrands as Trinity Service Enterprises](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-rebrands-as-trinity-service-enterprises/) - Trinity Resort Services, a provider of financial, reservations, & contact center services to the vacation ownership industry, has changed its name to Trinity Service Enterprises.
- [The Five Cs of Leadership Demonstrated by Timeshare Trailblazers](https://resorttrades.com/the-five-cs-of-leadership-demonstrated-by-timeshare-trailblazers/) - Only 10% are natural leaders, 20% can be trained. True leaders are rare. As John Naisbitt said, “Leadership involves finding a parade & getting in front of it.
- [Commitment and Accountability: The Cornerstones of Organizational Success](https://resorttrades.com/commitment-and-accountability-the-cornerstones-of-organizational-success/) - This article explores key strategies organizations can implement to cultivate a culture where commitment and accountability thrive, driving success and growth.
- [Answering Resort Operators’ Key Insurance Questions](https://resorttrades.com/answering-resort-operators-key-insurance-questions/) - After hurricanes, Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, interviewed Matt Stauffer, VP of Gregory & Appel Insurance - independent risk management advisor.
- [Celebrating 20 Years of Dedicated Service](https://resorttrades.com/celebrating-20-years-of-dedicated-service/) - For the past 2 decades, Kyle Oliver has served as a driving force behind SPI Software’s continuous development of cutting-edge software & technology solutions.
- [Shopr Rewards Launches Next-Generation Loyalty Platform, Enhancing Engagement Across Key Industries](https://resorttrades.com/shopr-rewards-launches-next-generation-loyalty-platform/) - Shopr Rewards announced that it has officially launched with its first clients to help businesses and organizations drive engagement and customer value.
- [ResortCom Empowers Employees with Tuition Reimbursement Program](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-empowers-employees-with-tuition-reimbursement-program/) - ResortCom launches a Tuition Reimbursement Program, reinforcing its commitment to employee growth and making it a top choice in the hospitality industry.
- [Fortune Names Travel + Leisure Co. To 2025 World's Most Admired Companies List](https://resorttrades.com/fortune-names-travel-leisure-co-to-2025-worlds-most-admired-companies-list/) - Travel + Leisure Co. was named to Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies list for the third year, highlighting its reputation as a top global employer.
- [Right-Sized Innovation: Making ARDA’s Industry Vision Work for Any Resort](https://resorttrades.com/making-ardas-industry-vision-work-for-any-resort/) - Every resort needs its own path forward, one that fits its unique market, ideal guests, operational complexities, and available resources.
- [5 Ways For Timeshare Resorts to Stay on Top!](https://resorttrades.com/5-ways-for-timeshare-resorts-to-stay-on-top/) - I’ve explored top-rated timeshare properties to uncover what sets them apart, from TripAdvisor rankings to RCI Awards, Chamber Certifications, and BBB ratings.
- [ARDA Shares 2024 Year-End Insights, 2025 Outlook from Latest Vacation Ownership Sentiment Index](https://resorttrades.com/arda-shares-2024-year-end-insights-2025-outlook-from-latest-vacation-ownership-sentiment-index/) - The latest study highlights timeshare owners’ continued economic optimism and enthusiasm for travel throughout 2024.
- [Helping the First-Time Client Understand their Vacation Ownership Purchase](https://resorttrades.com/helping-the-first-time-client-understand-their-vacation-ownership-purchase/) - Discover innovative products and services in the timeshare industry with Jonathan Stoker, CEO of Vacation Ownership Advisors, Learn how to educate and retain clients effectively.
- [Viva Resorts by Wyndham Unveils Viva Miches: The Dominican Republic’s Hidden Gem](https://resorttrades.com/viva-resorts-by-wyndham-unveils-viva-miches-the-dominican-republics-hidden-gem/) - Viva Miches by Wyndham was officially unveiled on Dec. 20, 2024 and is now available for booking at special rates as low as $117 per person, per night.
- [Forecast 2025: A Welcome Economic Rebound](https://resorttrades.com/forecast-2025-a-welcome-economic-rebound/) - Businesses can look forward to a gradually improving environment, thanks to interest rates, moderating inflation, and steady growth in the economic activity.
- [A Unified Commitment to Timeshare Owners and Boards](https://resorttrades.com/a-unified-commitment-to-timeshare-owners-and-boards/) - There is an exciting new alliance of two existing and influential organizations that is certain to bring broad benefits to timeshare owners everywhere.
- [Reflecting on 2024 and Adapting for 2025 ~ Design Needs and Trends](https://resorttrades.com/reflecting-on-2024-and-adapting-for-2025-design-needs-and-trends/) - From coastal resorts to urban hotels reimagine how buildings are constructed, finished & re-furbished to accommodate these fluctuating realities.
- [Ben Fuller to Lead Shopr Rewards’ Expansion as Vice President of Business Development](https://resorttrades.com/ben-fuller-to-lead-shopr-rewards-expansion-as-vice-president-of-business-development/) - Ben Fuller is Shopr's Vice President of Business Development. His over 15 years of sales leadership in technology and digital services will play a key role.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Offers Emergency Housing For Its Southern California Timeshare Owners Evacuated By Wildfires](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-offers-emergency-housing-for-its-southern-california-timeshare-owners-evacuated-by-wildfires/) - Travel + Leisure is offering thier timeshare owners evacuated as a result of the Southern California wildfires temporary emergency housing at its local resorts.
- [Westgate Resorts Announces Key Leadership Appointments, Executive Promotions](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-announces-key-leadership-appointments-executive-promotions/) - Westgate Resorts is pleased to announce a series of leadership appointments and executive promotions as part of a plan to position the company for future.
- [MDK Welcomes Brent Gibbs as its New Principal and General Counsel](https://resorttrades.com/mdk-welcomes-brent-gibbs-as-its-new-principal-and-general-counsel/) - MDK is excited to announce that Brent Gibbs has joined the firm as its newest Principal and General Counsel. Brent has over a decade of experience.
- [Why I’m Interested in Selling](https://resorttrades.com/why-im-interested-in-selling/) - I grew up with a father, mother, and brother who seized every chance to read and teach themselves something new, playing “quiz time” every Sunday night. \
- [The Wisdom of Shari Levitin](https://resorttrades.com/the-wisdom-of-shari-levitin/) - Curated from www.sharilevitin.com by Resort Trades “You can probably count on the fingers of one hand the number of Influencers you’ve managed to run across; that is, people who make a mark by introducing constructive change in the thinking of others. I count Shari Levitin as one. I’ve admired her ability to build a training
- [Mobius VP Announces Technology Partnership with Metabrands](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vp-announces-technology-partnership-with-metabrands/) - Mobius VP has entered into a strategic marketing and technology partnership with Metabrands Next Gen Solutions.
- [Could Fractional Real Estate Ownership be disrupted by Tokenization?](https://resorttrades.com/could-fractional-real-estate-ownership-be-disrupted-by-tokenization/) - The concept of fractional ownership has been around for decades, allowing individuals to own a share of a high-value asset such as real estate, jets, or yachts.
- [Vacatia Acquires The Berkley Group and Daily Management](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-acquires-the-berkley-group-and-daily-management/) - Vacatia announced today that it has acquired The Berkley Group, Inc., one of the largest resort developers in the United States, and Daily Management, Inc.
- [Colebrook Financial Announces Hypothecation Loan for Caribbean Resort](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-announces-hypothecation-loan-for-caribbean-resort/) - Colebrook Financial Company has provided a $5 million hypothecation loan to Oyster Bay Resort and Coral Beach Resort, located in Saint Martin/Sint Marteen.
- [Vacatia Hires Valerie Gilson as Director of Customer Care and Inventory Management](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-hires-valerie-gilson-as-director-of-customer-care-and-inventory-management/) - Vacatia, a provider of customer-centric solutions for timeshare resorts, hires of Valerie Gilson as director of customer care and inventory management.
- [10 Wildcards to Watch Over the Next Year: What Could Shake Up the Timeshare Industry?](https://resorttrades.com/10-wildcards-to-watch-over-the-next-year-what-could-shake-up-the-timeshare-industry/) - Explore the top 10 wildcards that could disrupt the timeshare industry in the next 12 months. Stay informed, watch the signs, and be prepared for change.
- [Shaping the Timeshare Narrative for a New Generation: A Focus on Modern Travel Trends](https://resorttrades.com/shaping-the-timeshare-narrative-for-a-new-generation-a-focus-on-modern-travel-trends/) - At ARDA’s 2024 ARDAventure VIP retreat, a key report with surprising statistics was unveiled, offering valuable insights for members.
- [The Price of Not Apologizing—And a Witty Way to Prevent Backlash](https://resorttrades.com/the-price-of-not-apologizing-and-a-witty-way-to-prevent-backlash/) - Adding an apology to compensation boosts customer satisfaction from 37% to 74%, per the 2020 Carey School of Business study. See how 'sorry' saves businesses!
- [Direct Owner-to-Renter Service](https://resorttrades.com/direct-owner-to-renter-service/) - Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, publisher of Resort Trades, recently sat down with Mike Kennedy, CEO of KOALA, to discuss KOALA’s vacation rental platform.
- [Financing, Then & Now](https://resorttrades.com/financing-then-now/) - Explore how timeshare financing has evolved over 40 years, addressing sales facilitation, cash flow needs, and the complexities of modern funding solutions.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts’ 2024 Housekeeping Olympics: Honoring Dedication, Teamwork, and the Heart of Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-2024-housekeeping-olympics/) - This December, we celebrated that magic with the annual Housekeeping Olympics, where associates gathered for a friendly competition, creativity, & camaraderie.
- [Natural Disasters and Their Impacts on Resorts: Strategic and Accounting Considerations](https://resorttrades.com/natural-disasters-impact-resorts-strategic-accounting/) - Earth's dynamic ecosystems and the rising challenge of natural disasters. Discover how resorts are enhancing preparedness to ensure safety and resilience.
- [Resort Community Connections: Linda Beltran’s Inspiring Leadership Journey at Holiday Inn Club Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/resort-community-connections-linda-beltran-holiday-inn-club-vacations-hicv/) - In this Q&A, Linda Beltran shares her path to leadership at HICV, insights into the vacation ownership industry, and advice for aspiring professionals.
- [SPI Software Enters New Era of Delivering World Class Software Services to Timeshare Industry](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-enters-new-era-of-delivering-world-class-software-services-to-timeshare-industry/) - SPI Software recently announced it has enjoyed significant growth with a surge in new clients, including both timeshare resorts and major timeshare developers.
- [Key Highlights from Day 2 of ARDA Leadership & Policy Forum](https://resorttrades.com/key-highlights-from-day-2-of-arda-leadership-policy-forum/) - ARDA’s Leadership & Policy Forum featured insights, industry updates, expert sessions, and networking, sponsored by ARDA-ROC, Concord, Fidelity, & RCI.
- [Are You a Great Salesperson?](https://resorttrades.com/are-you-a-great-salesperson/) - This article helps readers rate themselves on 10 key sales traits, identify weak areas, and improve for better customer interactions & increased sales success.
- [MobiusVP Celebrates Twenty Five Years of Innovation](https://resorttrades.com/mobiusvp-celebrates-twenty-five-years-of-innovation/) - Mobius Vendor Partners, a consulting firm and creator of CustomerCount, celebrates 25 years of excellence in business process design & performance improvement.
- [Developers Launch ‘Responsible Exit’ Programs and Resources for Owners](https://resorttrades.com/developers-launch-responsible-exit-programs-and-resources-for-owners/) - Developers launched a “responsible exit” program for a clear and efficient way for longtime owners to get rid of their timeshares.
- [Gold Medal Getaway: Club Wyndham Expands in Japan With New Ski Lodge In The Heart Of Nagano Olympic Ski Resort](https://resorttrades.com/gold-medal-getaway-club-wyndham-expands-in-japan-with-new-ski-lodge-in-the-heart-of-nagano-olympic-ski-resort/) - Club Wyndham has acquired Shirakabaso Resort in the ski area of Shiga Kogen, a destination celebrated worldwide as the host location of the '98 Winter Olympics.
- [Vacatia-Managed Resorts to Reopen after Hurricanes Helene and Milton](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-managed-resorts-to-reopen-after-hurricanes-helene-and-milton/) - Vacatia says although five of its 10 managed resorts in Florida sustained extensive damage from hurricanes Helene and Milton, they will all reopen.
- [ResortCom Amplifies Giving with Employee-Driven Charity Giveback Program](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-amplifies-giving-with-employee-driven-charity-giveback-program/) - ResortCom proudly announces the success of its Charity Giveback Program, a distinctive initiative fostering a culture of generosity and community involvement.
- [Resort Trades Proudly Sponsors GNEX-ACOTUR 2024 Conference](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-proudly-sponsors-gnex-acotur-2024-conference/) - Resort Trades is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the GNEX-ACOTUR 2024 Conference, held from November 5-7, 2024, at the prestigious Kempinski Cancun.
- [Meet November's Send Me on Vacation Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-novembers-send-me-on-vacation-survivor/) - Living with Stage IV Metastatic breast cancer, a former nurse & mother of 6 shares her journey of resilience, challenges, & dreams of creating lasting memories.
- [Considerations for Hiring Part-Time vs. Full-Time Employees in the Vacation Ownership Industry](https://resorttrades.com/considerations-for-hiring-part-time-vs-full-time-employees-in-the-vacation-ownership-industry/) - Discover the pros and cons of hiring part-time vs. full-time employees in the vacation ownership industry, including key factors affecting staffing decisions.
- [The Death of the Linear Career Path](https://resorttrades.com/the-death-of-the-linear-career-path/) - The traditional career path is fading. With 85% of 2030’s jobs yet to be invented, the evolving world of work offers exciting new opportunities and challenges.
- [Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek Appoints New Senior Sales Manager](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-grand-orlando-resort-bonnet-creek-appoints-new-senior-sales-manager/) - Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek has named Laurie Helley as its new Senior Sales Manager, overseeing U.S. northeast region and international.
- [Shopr Rewards Expands Advisory Board with Appointment of Rinaldo Fernandez](https://resorttrades.com/shopr-rewards-advisory-board-rinaldo-fernandez/) - Shopr Rewards appoints Rinaldo Fernandez to its advisory board. With more than 31 years in corporate business he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
- [Colebrook Financial Finances Indian Palms Intervals Improvements](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-finances-indian-palms-intervals-improvements/) - Colebrook Financial Company, has provided financing to Indian Palms Intervals, an 87-unit timeshare property. The HOA used the capital to upgrade the pool area.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Partners with Keep Tahoe Blue in Beach Clean-up](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-keep-tahoe-blue/) - Grand Pacific Resorts partnered with The League To Save Lake Tahoe, also known as Keep Tahoe Blue, to clean the beaches and surrounding areas of Tahoe City.
- [SPI Software’s Drew Richard…a Lesson in Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/spi-softwares-drew-richarda-lesson-in-leadership/) - SPI’s President, Drew Richard, leads a busy week in Vegas, meeting clients & prospects, driving engagement, & growing business with face-to-face connections.
- [Meet October’s Send Me on Vacation Survivors](https://resorttrades.com/meet-octobers-send-me-on-vacation-survivor/) - 8 breast cancer survivors from 3 countries found healing and hope in Cortona, Italy, thanks to Send Me On Vacation’s life-changing retreat experience.
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Announces More Prize Winners](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-announces-more-prize-winners/) - Global Exchange Vacation Club, made some contestants extremely happy when their names were drawn in a royal trip giveaway sweepstakes.
- [GNEX Conference Grows Team, Appoints Michaela Finn as New Marketing and Events Specialist](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-conference-michaela-finn-marketing/) - GNEX Conference names Michaela Finn as Marketing & Events Specialist, bringing expertise & entertainment marketing to elevate events & promotions.
- [Welcome Return of the SS&C TimeShareWare Client Conference](https://resorttrades.com/welcome-return-of-the-ssc-timeshareware-client-conference/) - SS&C TimeShareWare (TSW) hosted its 2024 Client Conference on Oct 1-2 in Salt Lake City, offering networking and insights after a pandemic pause.
- [Announcing a Groundbreaking Software Partnership between Expedia Group and KOALA](https://resorttrades.com/announcing-a-groundbreaking-software-partnership-between-expedia-group-and-koala-2/) - Today KOALA, a technology-driven marketplace for timeshare rentals, launches an official partnership with Expedia Group. It enables the easy distribution of timeshare-by-owner supply for the first time. Using a proprietary transformation engine, individual timeshare owners, rental brokerages, and timeshare developers are able to reach 730 million monthly travelers across Expedia Group's vast network – including leading
- [The Secrets to a Successful Resort Renovation](https://resorttrades.com/refresh-renew-revitalize-remodel/) - Discover how timeshare resorts navigate budget constraints by spreading refurbishments over years, focusing on key updates rather than full-scale remodels.
- [Are You Truly Green? Third-Party Certification Proves You’re Walking the Talk](https://resorttrades.com/are-you-truly-green-third-party-certification-proves-youre-walking-the-talk/) - 83% of travelers value sustainability, with Gen Z and millennials pushing for climate action—many even changing careers to align with eco-friendly values.
- [RSI Vacations Seeks Support for Employees Impacted by Hurricane Helene](https://resorttrades.com/rsi-vacations-seeks-support-for-employees-impacted-by-hurricane-helene/) - RSI Vacations seeks community support for employees impacted by Helene, providing relief through donations, essential supplies, and housing assistance.
- [Navigating Challenges in the Commercial Property Insurance Market for Resorts and Timeshares: Solutions for Success](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-challenges-in-the-commercial-property-insurance-market-for-resorts-and-timeshares-solutions-for-success/) - Resorts and timeshares face insurance challenges from volatile weather, rising costs, and tighter markets, increasing risks from natural disasters.
- [Promoting Business-Friendly Regulations](https://resorttrades.com/promoting-business-friendly-regulations/) - Local ordinances impact businesses more than federal policies. Build strong ties with town officials to promote business-friendly regulations amid election year buzz.
- [3 Quick Tips to Refresh Your Timeshare Resort With FLAIR! On a Budget](https://resorttrades.com/3-quick-tips-to-refresh-your-timeshare-resort-with-flair-on-a-budget/) - Focus on these 3 key changes to give you the best return on investment and the biggest bang for your buck when looking to refresh your property interiors.
- [PADF and Viva Resorts by Wyndham Partner to Promote Sustainable Tourism in the Caribbean](https://resorttrades.com/padf-viva-resorts-by-wyndham-sustainable-tourism/) - The PADF announces a strategic partnership with Viva Resorts by Wyndham to drive sustainable development and responsible tourism in the Caribbean.
- [Lifestyle Holidays Celebrates Owners and Members at The Event 2024](https://resorttrades.com/lifestyle-holidays-celebrates-owners-and-members-at-the-event-2024/) - Over the weekend of September 27-29, Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Resort hosted nearly 3,000 owners and VIP guests at its The Event 2024 celebration.
- [Hospitality Industry Veteran John Ruble Joins Shopr Rewards Advisory Board](https://resorttrades.com/hospitality-industry-veteran-john-ruble-joins-shopr-rewards-advisory-board/) - Shopr Rewards, an innovative provider of instant cash back rewards, announced the appointment of John Ruble as the first member of its advisory board.
- [Capital Vacations® Announces Enhanced Partnership with Utah-based Multi Resort Ownership Plan, Inc.](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-partnership-multi-resort-ownership-plan/) - Capital Vacations is pleased to announce its latest strategic partnership with MROP, a Utah-based organization specializing in vacation ownership.
- [Hurricane & Disaster Preparedness Advice, Courtesy of Withum](https://resorttrades.com/hurricane-disaster-preparedness-advice-courtesy-of-withum/) - Our thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the recent hurricanes. As a service to our resort leaders, this article from last year could be helpful.
- [Become Referable: The Ultimate Strategy for Sustainable Success](https://resorttrades.com/become-referable-the-ultimate-strategy-for-sustainable-success/) - In today’s highly competitive marketplace, standing out isn’t just about having a flashy ad campaign or a trendy social media presence.
- [Liberty Bank and Latitude Vacation Club Close $25MM Loan](https://resorttrades.com/liberty-bank-and-latitude-vacation-club-close-25mm-loan/) - Wellington Financial closed a $25MM to Latitude Vacation Club which sells membership access to Sports Illustrated Resorts Marina and Villas Cap Cana.
- [SPI Software Welcomes Farzin Zaker as Vice President Engineering](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-welcomes-farzin-zaker-as-vice-president-engineering/) - SPI Software, a leader in software and technology solutions, has recently announced the appointment of Farzin Zaker to Vice President of Engineering.
- [ARDA Debuts Forward-Looking White Paper for the Timeshare and Vacation Ownership Industries](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-the-future-of-timeshare-trends-opportunities-and-insights-for-the-vacation-ownership-industry/) - ARDA's new white paper with Skift explores trends and opportunities shaping the $35.7B vacation ownership industry, offering insights for its future evolution.
- [2024 State of the Vacation Timeshare Industry](https://resorttrades.com/2024-state-of-the-vacation-timeshare-industry/) - Results contained in this report are primarily sourced from a survey of timeshare resorts, developers, and management companies.
- [Choosing Your Club](https://resorttrades.com/choosing-your-club/) - There are traditional hotels, peer-to-peer sharing through apps such Airbnb, timeshare resorts, vacation clubs where members stay at timeshare resorts, and travel clubs that offer an assortment of benefits.
- [Shopr Rewards Secures Premium Office Space in Downtown Orlando](https://resorttrades.com/shopr-rewards-secures-premium-office-space-in-downtown-orlando/) - Shopr Rewards has a new Orlando location, securing nearly 5,000 square feet of prime Class A office space. The build-out of the office is already underway.
- [WTTC Announces Final Line-Up for its 24th Global Summit in Perth, Western Australia](https://resorttrades.com/wttc-announces-final-line-up-for-its-24th-global-summit-in-perth-western-australia/) - WTTC announced its full stellar line-up for its 24th Global Summit in Australia (8-10 Oct), with 68th U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Robert Irwin.
- [Blue Diamond Resorts Joins Interval Exchange Network With Six World-Class All-Inclusive Properties](https://resorttrades.com/blue-diamond-resorts-interval-exchange/) - Interval International adds six luxury all-inclusive Blue Diamond Resorts in Mexico and the Dominican Republic to its global exchange network.
- [What’s Next for Software in the Shared-Ownership Industry?](https://resorttrades.com/whats-next-for-software-in-the-shared-ownership-industry/) - As Resort Trades publisher, I recently spoke with TimeShareWare’s Mike Norton about their upcoming Owners Conference on October 1-2, 2024, and more.
- [Online (and Offline) Ways to Meet Five Modern Resort Marketing Challenges](https://resorttrades.com/online-and-offline-ways-to-meet-five-modern-resort-marketing-challenges/) - It’s a golden rule of marketing: To reach your customer, you must understand the buyer’s journey. Sounds easy on paper. But according to travel, transport and logistics providers, McKinsey & Company data, the average person’s purchase journey for a single hotel room lasts 36 days, hits 45 touchpoints and involves multiple devices. A potential guest may use several search engines and visit your resort’s website or mobile app. She will likely click on several Online Travel Agencies (OTA) (i.e., Expedia, Hotwire, etc.). She will hear, see and read messages on streaming services, television, radio, travel magazines and billboards.
- [Actionable Strategies for Marketing Independence](https://resorttrades.com/actionable-strategies-for-marketing-independence/) - Relying on limited marketing strategies risks resort success. Diversify to avoid dependency on others and ensure consistent customer engagement and bookings.
- [Vacatia Announces Winners of TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-announces-winners-of-tripadvisor-travelers-choice-awards/) - Vacatia announced five managed resorts earned the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award, placing them in the top 10% of resorts with consistently great reviews.
- [Joe Takacs, CEO/MVP, A Takacs Company, Selected to Talk About Next Steps in the Timeshare Owners Journey at ARDA-ROC/TBMA Conference](https://resorttrades.com/joe-takacs-ceo-mvp-a-takacs-company-selected-to-talk-about-next-steps-in-the-timeshare-owners-journey-at-arda-roc-tbma-conference/) - Joe Takacs, CEO/MVP, A Takacs Company, Selected to Talk About Next Steps in the Timeshare Owners Journey at ARDA-ROC/TBMA Conference
- [Exclusive Q&A: 20 Questions with Linda Beltran, VP of Corporate Communications at Holiday Inn Club Vacation](https://resorttrades.com/exclusive-qa-20-questions-with-linda-beltran-vp-of-corporate-communications-at-holiday-inn-club-vacation/) - Linda Beltran, VP at Holiday Inn Club Vacations, shares insights on her role, leadership style, and advice for future female leaders.
- [Colebrook Financial’s  Subsidiary is “South Florida’s 2024 Fast 50” Honoree](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financials-subsidiary-is-south-floridas-2024-fast-50-honoree/) - Colebrook Financial’s Vacation Club Loans ranked top 8 in South Florida’s 2024 Fast 50 for rapid growth in high-end timeshare resale financing.
- [Building Your Personal Brand on Social Media](https://resorttrades.com/building-your-personal-brand-on-social-media/) - Nearly 59% of the global population is now active on social media, according to a 2022 report by social media management platform Hootsuite.
- [Why Timeshare Companies Need To Use A Reputation Management Company](https://resorttrades.com/why-timeshare-companies-need-to-use-a-reputation-management-company/) - ORM is crucial for businesses, especially in the growing timeshare industry, offering a competitive edge by effectively managing online reputations.
- [Social Media Marketing for Timeshare Resales and Rentals: Is it Worth Your Bandwidth?](https://resorttrades.com/social-media-marketing-timeshare-resales-rentals/) - Social media marketing helps businesses engage with and understand customers, reach new audiences, and leverage AI for more powerful, data-driven strategies.
- [ARDA-ROC Leads Industry in Timeshare Termination Legislation](https://resorttrades.com/arda-roc-timeshare-termination-legislation/) - Many timeshare resorts face challenges with expiring timeshare plans, which can leave owners uncertain about the future and the resort's operation.
- [Disney Vacation Club Announces Booking Details for Exclusive Disney Destiny Sailing](https://resorttrades.com/disney-vacation-club-disney-destiny/) - Disney Cruise Line announces the first wave sailing of the Disney Destiny, exclusive to DVC members on Nov 28, 2025, with special DVC activities and amenities.
- [Brandt Snedeker Honored with the 2024 Payne Stewart Award](https://resorttrades.com/brandt-snedeker-honored-with-the-2024-payne-stewart-award/) - Travel + Leisure and Wyndham Rewards proudly announce that Brandt Snedeker has been honored with the 2024 Payne Stewart Award.
- [SPI Software Secures Back-to-Back Business Product Award at 2024 GNEX Conference Honor Represents SPI's Commitment to Client Success](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-secures-back-to-back-business-product-award-at-2024-gnex-conference-honor-represents-spis-commitment-to-client-success/) - SPI Software has been recognized for the second consecutive year with the prestigious "Best Business Product Award" at the 2024 GNEX Conference.
- [GNEX Conference Highlights](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-conference-highlights/) - Jonathan Stoker of VOA describes GNEX Conference as a powerhouse of innovation and inspiration, shaping the future of the vacation ownership industry.
- [Resort Trades Magazine Available to GNEX CRTA Attendees](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-magazine-available-to-gnex-crta-attendees/) - Resort Trades magazine, timeshare resort industry's only B2B monthly periodical – is being made available at the GNEX CRTA Annual Conference beginning today.
- [Mobius VP partners with MosaicVoice](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vp-partners-with-mosaicvoice/) - Mobius VP partners with MosaicVoice to enhance call center quality with AI-driven, automated assurance, ensuring agents always perform correctly.
- [SPI Software Unveils Innovative Pay-Your-Way Payment Options](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-unveils-innovative-pay-your-way-payment-options/) - SPI Software launches its Pay-Your-Way service, enabling resorts and developers to accept various payment options, including Apple Pay, Google Pay, & E-Checks.
- [Alex Glover Joins Shopr Rewards as VP of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships](https://resorttrades.com/alex-glover-joins-shopr-rewards-as-vp-of-marketing-and-strategic-partnerships/) - Shopr Rewards announces Alex Glover as VP of Marketing and Strategic Partnerships, bringing extensive experience and insight into consumer behavior.
- [Travel + Leisure Charitable Foundation Extends Its Scholarship Program to Benefit High School Graduates in Osceola County](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-charitable-foundation-scholarship-program/) - The Travel + Leisure Charitable Foundation has partnered with Osceola County, to offer a new scholarship for students, inspired by Harris Rosen’s philanthropy.
- [The U.S. Vacation Ownership Industry: Commoditization, Sustainable Competitive Advantage & Brand Differentiation](https://resorttrades.com/us-vacation-ownership-industry-commoditization/) - The U.S. timeshare industry has seen consolidation, with small companies being absorbed by larger entities, significantly changing the competitive landscape.
- [Making Artificial Intelligence Chatbots Pay Off](https://resorttrades.com/making-artificial-intelligence-chatbots-pay-off/) - AI is boosting business efficiency in areas like customer service and planning. Yet, AI outputs must be verified for accuracy and alignment with company values.
- [First Look at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Convention Center Refresh, Elevating the Standard of Meetings and Events](https://resorttrades.com/venetian-resort-las-vegas-refresh/) - The Venetian Resort began a $188M Convention Center renovation, unveiling the first completed floor. The project blends classic and modern architecture.
- [SPI Software Sponsors GNEX-CRTA 2024 Conference September 3-5](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-sponsors-gnex-crta-2024-conference-september-3-5/) - SPI Software, a leader in vacation ownership tech, sponsors the GNEX-CRTA 2024 Conference, September 3-5, at Fairmont Chateau Laurier in Ottawa, Canada.
- [Lemonjuice Solutions Applies Empathy Research towards Advanced Leadership and Company Culture](https://resorttrades.com/lemonjuice-solutions-applies-empathy-research-towards-advanced-leadership-and-company-culture/) - Lemonjuice Solutions ran their executive leadership team through an immersive empathy-minded leadership workshop. This training has gained significant traction.
- [Lemonjuice Solutions Announces the Sale of The Yachtsman Resort](https://resorttrades.com/lemonjuice-solutions-announces-the-sale-of-the-yachtsman-resort/) - Lemonjuice Solutions has completed the sale of The Yachtsman Resort to Hybridge Capital for $12.75 million.
- [CODE RED: Someone’s Hurt at Your Resort](https://resorttrades.com/code-red-someones-hurt-at-your-resort/) - Emergency preparedness requires more than a basic first aid kit and outdated certification. Resorts need an up-to-date contingency plan for effective response.
- [Top Travel Trends in 2024](https://resorttrades.com/top-travel-trends-in-2024/) - What are today’s travelers looking for? Resort Trades shares the latest trends \and expert insights from the vacation ownership industry to answer that question.
- [Mobius VP enters into Reputation Management enhancement with Keatext AI](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vp-enters-into-reputation-management-enhancement-with-keatext-ai/) - Mobius VP partnered with Keatext AI 5 years ago for text analytics. CustomerCount offers an upgraded version of the Montreal-based company’s analysis component.
- [How ARDA-ROC Partners with its Allies to Advocate for Owners and the Timeshare Industry](https://resorttrades.com/how-arda-roc-partners-with-its-allies-to-advocate-for-owners-and-the-timeshare-industry/) - As part of ARDA-ROC's advocacy efforts, the ARDA-ROC team partners with several entities and programs to ensure that owners and their interests are represented.
- [Wyndham Championship Celebrates a Memorable Week with Golf, Fun, and Community Engagement](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-championship-celebrates-a-memorable-week-with-golf-fun-and-community-engagement/) - Experience the excitement of the 85th Wyndham Championship, where golf meets vacation vibes at the Club Wyndham Beach, with special events and celebrations.
- [How to Attract and Retain the Best Employees](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-attract-and-retain-the-best-employees/) - Employers are turning to pay-for-performance (P4P) programs to attract top talent and boost productivity by linking compensation to employee achievements.
- [Meet Kelly, August’s Send Me on Vacation Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-kelly-septembers-send-me-on-vacation-survivor/) - In the past 10 years, my family faced my partial paralysis, my brother’s suicide, two breast cancer battles, my husband's job loss, and his severe heart attack.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Announces Appointment of Christine Cahill to its Board of Directors](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-announces-appointment-of-christine-cahill-to-its-board-of-directors/) - Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. has appointed Christine Cahill to its board of directors, filling the seat vacated by Alex Van Hoek's departure.
- [Global Timeshare Industry Celebrates Continued Growth](https://resorttrades.com/global-timeshare-industry-celebrates-continued-growth/) - The South African timeshare industry remains resilient post-COVID despite economic challenges and power outages, reflecting strength in a changing landscape.
- [Crying at a Denny’s—The Personal Importance of Timeshare](https://resorttrades.com/crying-at-a-dennys-the-personal-importance-of-timeshare/) - When ARDA, the association representing the timeshare industry, held its annual convention this spring, everyone was very enthusiastic about “Micro sessions.”
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Opens New Sales Centers](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-opens-new-sales-centers/) - Global Exchange Vacation Club recently opened a new sales center in Dallas, TX, to enhance its affordable vacation ownership experiences using RCI points.
- [ResortCom Expands Operations in Guadalajara with New Office Lease](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-expands-operations-in-guadalajara-with-new-office-lease/) - ResortCom expands in Guadalajara with a new lease in the Americas district, enhancing its timeshare management, financial services, and call center operations.
- [HGV Clubhouse by Hilton Grand Vacations to Return for 2024 FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX](https://resorttrades.com/hgv-clubhouse-by-hilton-grand-vacations-to-return-for-2024-formula-1-heineken-silver-las-vegas-grand-prix/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces the renewal of its official partnership with the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX.
- [GNEX CRTA Annual Conference Scheduled for Ottawa, CA](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-crta-annual-conference-scheduled-for-ottawa-ca/) - CRTA (Canadian Resort and Travel Association) is an industry association dedicated to furthering the ownership-based vacation and resort development industry, both at home and abroad. The association was founded in 1980 as “The Resort Timesharing Council of Canada” in response to the public’s demand for more information about vacation ownership. Since then, CRTA has evolved
- [Highgate Hawaii Expands Leadership Team at Maui’s Renowned Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows](https://resorttrades.com/highgate-hawaii-expands-leadership-team-at-mauis-renowned-royal-lahaina-resort-bungalows/) - Highgate, a leading real estate and hospitality management company, has expanded its executive leadership team at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, appointing Edward C. Braunlich as Managing Director, Yvette Kitagawa as Hotel Manager, and MaryAnn Blanchard as Director of Sales for the renowned resort. Royal Lahaina is one of Maui’s first resorts, unfolding across 27-acres
- [Gordon Gurnik, An Example of Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/gordon-gurnik-an-example-of-leadership/) - Gordon Gurnik is the Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV). He has served as the Chairman of the ARDA Board since April 2024. Gordon has spent over 30 years in the timeshare industry, but he describes his career beginnings as a “happy accident.” “I was in college looking
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Recognized as One of America’s Best Companies 2024 By Time Magazine](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-recognized-as-one-of-americas-best-companies-2024-by-time-magazine/) - Travel + Leisure announced that TIME Magazine has named the company as one of America’s Best Mid-Size Companies in their inaugural rankings.
- [‘Benefits Technology’: Your Secret Weapon for Winning the Competition for Top Talent](https://resorttrades.com/benefits-technology-your-secret-weapon-for-winning-the-competition-for-top-talent/) - Between the ongoing disruptions of the pandemic, the Great Resignation, and increased market competition, the battle for top talent is intensifying.
- [Great Eastern Resort Corporation Donates Land for New Emergency Station at Massanutten Resort](https://resorttrades.com/c-donates-land-for-new-emergency-station-at-massanutten-resort/) - Massanutten Resort announced an approved land donation to Rockingham County for constructing a new fire, rescue, and emergency management station.
- [FLORIDA ASSOCIATION OF RV PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS IDENTIFIES PARKS THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE HURRICANE FLORENCE EVACUEES](https://resorttrades.com/florida-association-of-rv-parks-campgrounds-identifies-parks-that-can-accommodate-hurricane-florence-evacuees/) - The Florida Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds has identified campgrounds and RV parks with space available for Hurricane Florence evacuees. “Most of Florida’s campgrounds and RV parks have availability at this time of year and are ready to accept evacuees,” said Bobby Cornwell, executive director of the Florida Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds.
- [Advantage Program Unveils Updated Platform, Features, and Branding](https://resorttrades.com/advantage-program-unveils-updated-platform-features-and-branding/) - Holiday Systems today announced the rollout of refreshed branding and key product enhancements for its flagship travel membership platform, Advantage Program.
- [Recovering from Covid-19:  Evil and Earnest, History and Resilience](https://resorttrades.com/recovering-from-covid-19-evil-and-earnest-history-and-resilience/) - All of us in the Vacation Ownership Industry are examining past downturns for clues on how to survive this one. “Those who do not learn from history….”
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Receives BBB Award for Complaint-Free 2023](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-receives-bbb-award-for-complaint-free-2023/) - Mobius consulting firm that developed, deploys and manages CustomerCount and EmployeeCount online feedback systems receives a complaint-free award from the BBB.
- [Interval Welcomes Chic Condo Hotel - Beachwalk Elite Hotels And Resorts In Hallandale Beach, Florida](https://resorttrades.com/interval-welcomes-beachwalk-elite-hotels-and-resorts/) - Interval announces the addition of the luxurious Beachwalk Elite Hotels and Resorts property in Hallandale Beach FL to Interval’s global exchange network.
- [Timeshare Resorts Learning to Maximize Digital Marketing on Shoestring Budget](https://resorttrades.com/how-timeshare-resorts-are-maximizing-their-online-marketing/) - Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, interviews digital marketing strategist Kelley Ellert about her tips for getting greater ROI from online strategy.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations To Acquire Diamond Resorts International](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-to-acquire-diamond-resorts-international/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Diamond Resorts International from funds of Apollo Global Management.
- [Equiant Selected as Back-Up Servicer and Custodian for Westgate Resorts’ Recent Securitization of $275 Million in Timeshare Loans](https://resorttrades.com/equiant-selected-as-back-up-servicer-and-custodian-for-westgate-resorts-recent-securitization-of-275-million-in-timeshare-loans/) - Equiant has been selected to provide back-up servicing and document custody services for the July securitization of $275 million in timeshare loans by Westgate Resorts, an Orlando-based timeshare resort developer and operator with 29 resorts in 10 states.
- [CustomerCount  and Resort Trades Customer Engagement Professional Award Winner Gordon McClendon To Receive Award April 23](https://resorttrades.com/customercount-resort-trades-cep-award-gordon-mcclendon/) - CustomerCount® and Resort Trades will present the 2020 CustomerCount CEP Resort Trades Award at a Virtual Presentation on April 23, at 1 p.m. EDT.
- [And the ARDA Spring Conference Keynote Speaker Is...](https://resorttrades.com/and-the-arda-spring-conference-keynote-speaker-is/) - Will Guidara, author, restauranteur and former owner of a park, the inspiration for the restaurant Ever in the show The Bear, is our Spring Conference speaker!
- [Arrivia names Firasat Hussain as new Chief Information Officer](https://resorttrades.com/arrivia-names-firasat-hussain-as-new-chief-information-officer/) - Arriva today announced that Firasat Hussain has joined the company as Chief Information Officer. Mr. Hussain comes to arrivia with more than 23 years of experience in IT with several senior leadership roles at Ticketmaster, RR Donnelley, and Orbitz.
- [Capital Vacations Celebrates Grand Opening of New Corporate Office in Lake Forest, California](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-celebrates-grand-opening-of-new-corporate-office-in-lake-forest-california/) - Capital Vacations is thrilled to announce new corporate office. The occasion was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, proudly hosted by Gary Hyde and Ken Loury.
- [SPI Software Announces Top-Tier Sponsorship of ARDA-ROC/TBMA Conference](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-announces-top-tier-sponsorship-of-arda-roc-tbma-conference/) - SPI Software, today announced its top-tier Champion Sponsorship of the upcoming ARDA Resort Owners' Committee (ROC) TBMA Conference.
- [Either AI is Intelligence-smart or It’s Not](https://resorttrades.com/either-ai-is-intelligence-smart-or-its-not/) - Authoring an original article on Artificial Intelligence seems a bit oxymoronic. But – it Is what we are all reading about. This is assuming we all read!
- [Gregory B. Sheperd Acquires Meridian Financial Services, Inc.](https://resorttrades.com/gregory-b-sheperd-acquires-meridian-financial-services-inc/) - Meridian Financial Services is pleased to announce that Gregory B. Sheperd, has officially acquired the company from Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation.
- [The Dangerous Gamble of Marketing Dependency](https://resorttrades.com/the-dangerous-gamble-of-marketing-dependency/) - This phrase survives because it still true. It has been used for more than 4 centuries to clearly illustrate the dangers of single-option dependency.
- [How to Buy a Business](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-buy-a-business/) - When you find a business, you want to buy, the first thing you will want to do is perform proper due diligence. Learn everything you can about its financial and legal situation as well as its outlook.
- [Vacation Club Loans Recognized as  South Florida’s 2024 Fast 50 Honoree](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-club-loans-recognized-as-south-floridas-2024-fast-50-honoree/) - Colebrook Financial Company, announced that its subsidiary, Vacation Club Loans has joined the ranks of South Florida Business Journal’s 2024 Fast 50.
- [Hurricane Prep: Before, During, and After the Storm](https://resorttrades.com/hurricane-prep-before-during-and-after-the-storm/) - Unlike tornados and other quick-forming storms, you typically have advance warning that a hurricane is approaching. This gives you time to prepare.
- [Sanitation alternatives for swimming pools at timeshare resorts](https://resorttrades.com/sanitation-alternatives-for-swimming-pools-at-timeshare-resorts/) - Chlorine came into use as a sanitizing agent for drinking water and swimming pools. Today it’s the world’s most popular sanitizing agent – but it has drawbacks.
- [Resorts Play Vital Role in Resales Closing Process](https://resorttrades.com/resorts-play-vital-role-in-resales-closing-process/) - For many of the nearly 20 percent of new timeshare owners who buy a resale interval, the introduction to their new resort won’t go smoothly.
- [AI: Dynamic Segmentation for Cognitive Profiling, and other Fun Things!](https://resorttrades.com/ai-dynamic-segmentation-for-cognitive-profiling-and-other-fun-things/) - Years ago, but still relevant, IBM Executive Director & Global Industry Leader, Hospitality & Travel Related Services Greg Land gave a presentation.
- [House passes No Hidden FEES Act, a major AHLA legislative priority](https://resorttrades.com/house-passes-no-hidden-fees-act-a-major-ahla-legislative-priority/) - The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the No Hidden FEES Act, a major AHLA legislative priority that would ensure lodging cost transparency.
- [New Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All-Inclusive Resort will open in the Dominican Republic ](https://resorttrades.com/new-viva-miches-by-wyndham-a-trademark-all-inclusive-resort-will-open-in-the-dominican-republic/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham is thrilled to announce the upcoming grand opening of its latest resort, Viva Miches by Wyndham, a Trademark All-Inclusive Resort.
- [Club Wyndham Makes Summer Vacation An Antarctic Blast With Immersive Seaworld Suite Including Park Admission And A Penguin Encounter](https://resorttrades.com/club-wyndham-makes-summer-vacation-an-antarctic-blast-with-immersive-seaworld-suite-including-park-admission-and-a-penguin-encounter/) - This summer, Club Wyndham®, one of the nation’s largest vacation clubs, is inviting travelers to get their chill on in the coolest place they’ll ever stay.
- [Solving the Employee Benefits Puzzle](https://resorttrades.com/solving-the-employee-benefits-puzzle/) - When Grand Pacific Resorts launched a mental health benefits program, the move reflected a growing industry-wide concern for the psychological welfare.
- [The Changing World of Employee Benefits](https://resorttrades.com/the-changing-world-of-employee-benefits/) - Most employee benefits program must include coverage for health care and retirement. But there’s a wide array of additional benefits in today’s marketplace.
- [Resort Trades Call for Content](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-call-for-content/) - Resort Trades needs support to continue supplying free, educational, & informative media. Stay connected with the timeshare resort community, subscribe.
- [Resales – bring back the smiles](https://resorttrades.com/resales-bring-back-the-smiles/) - Establish effective owner resale programs, especially to encourage new buyers who might be hesitant to purchase a resale.
- [Resort water heater blessings and pitfalls](https://resorttrades.com/resort-water-heater-blessings-and-pitfalls/) - Timeshare ownership offers a unique advantage: hassle-free replacement of a deceased water heater without upfront costs, as the resort owns it.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts’ Plan for Continuous Improvement](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-plan-for-continuous-improvement/) - Grand Pacific Resorts ensures success for 20+ managed resorts and HOAs through collaborative efforts, continuous improvements, and expertise.
- [Curt Knipe…on doing business in Mexico](https://resorttrades.com/curt-knipeon-doing-business-in-mexico/) - I asked him to write from his experience of 17 years of working in a luxury timeshare resort on one of Mexico’s finest coasts.
- [Managing Maintenance Fees - Resort Management Gets Creative](https://resorttrades.com/managing-maintenance-fees-get-creative/) - ARDA International Foundation study, 71 percent of timeshare owners surveyed agreed that their maintenance fee was too high.
- [TJ Helms Appointed Director of Group Sales at Thompson Denver](https://resorttrades.com/tj-helms-appointed-director-of-group-sales-at-thompson-denver/) - Thompson Denver, the vibrant lifestyle hotel in Denver’s LoDo neighborhood, is proud to announce the appointment of TJ Helms as the new Director of Group Sales.
- [Announcing a Groundbreaking Software Partnership between Expedia Group and KOALA](https://resorttrades.com/announcing-a-groundbreaking-software-partnership-between-expedia-group-and-koala/) - KOALA launches partnership with Expedia Group, enabling timeshare owners to reach 730 million monthly travelers across Expedia's network, including Vrbo.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Completes $375 Million Term Securitization](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-completes-375-million-term-securitization/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces today the completion of a $375 million securitization of timeshare loans through Hilton Grand Vacations Trust 2024-2.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Recognized by USA Today as one of America's Climate Leaders 2024](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-recognized-by-usa-today-as-one-of-americas-climate-leaders-2024/) - Travel + Leisure, announced its recognition in the second edition of the USA Today America’s Climate Leaders 2024.
- [ARDA Conference](https://resorttrades.com/arda-conference/) - At the April 2024 ARDA Conference, Frank Abagnale, famed security consultant, shared tips on enhancing personal security and avoiding scams.
- [Discovery Resort Marketing Partners with Victoria's Voice Foundation](https://resorttrades.com/discovery-resort-marketing-partners-with-victorias-voice-foundation/) - Discovery Resort Marketing partners with Victoria's Voice to fight addiction, supporting drug education and prevention after Victoria Siegel's tragic overdose.
- [TradeWinds Island Resorts Names Avi Yesawich as Managing Director](https://resorttrades.com/tradewinds-island-resorts-names-avi-yesawich-as-managing-director/) - TradeWinds Island Resorts in St. Pete Beach names Avi Yesawich as Managing Director, overseeing operations, strategic vision, and a $500M expansion project.
- [Spotlight On Recreation and the Vacation Experience](https://resorttrades.com/spotlight-on-recreation/) - Resorts offer vacation experiences with pools, spas, playgrounds, & games, for relaxation & entertainment, unlike hotels only for staying while traveling.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. To Relocate Headquarters to Downtown Orlando](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-to-relocate-headquarters-to-downtown-orlando/) - Travel + Leisure currently situated at 6277 Sea Harbor Drive with over 900 employees, will consolidate offices to its new address at 501 W Church Street.
- [Embracing Diversity: The Secret Sauce to Uniting Employees Around a Shared Vision](https://resorttrades.com/embracing-diversity-the-secret-sauce-to-uniting-employees-around-a-shared-vision/) - Cultural diversity can enrich or complicate the workplace. The challenge is uniting a team under a single vision while maintaining their unique perspectives.
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Receives Better Business Bureau A+ Rating](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-receives-better-business-bureau-a-rating/) - GEVC which offers affordable and effortless vacation ownership experiences using RCI points, has received an A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau.
- [Resort Trades Focusing on Innovation](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-focusing-on-innovation/) - Interview with Jon Arnett & Chris Dickhans from the speech analytics firm, Yactraq, at 1:00 pm on May 22. Attendees are encouraged to comment and ask questions.
- [Vacation ownership developer Capital Vacations has sued Wesley Financial Group, LLC and its founder and CEO, Charles "Chuck" McDowell, alleging deceptive business practices](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-ownership-developer-capital-vacations-has-sued-wesley-financial-group-llc-and-its-founder-and-ceo-charles-chuck-mcdowell-alleging-deceptive-business-practices/) - Wesley Financial Group is accused of charging high fees for bogus timeshare exit services, risking clients' credit & foreclosure.
- [FMCA Illuminating the Way To RV Ownership With New Program](https://resorttrades.com/fmca-illuminating-the-way-to-rv-ownership-with-new-program/) - In 2021, 11.2 million U.S. households own a RV, with 20.5 million planning to buy. FMCA created Pathfinder membership to guide new RVers.
- [Desjardins Capital Backs LOC International's Hospitality Innovations ](https://resorttrades.com/desjardins-capital-backs-loc-internationals-hospitality-innovations/) - LOC partners with Desjardins Capital to enhance growth in the hospitality industry, improve experiences, and address labor shortages with innovative solutions.
- [Trinity Resort Services Earns SOC 1 Certification for Security](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-earns-soc-1-certification-for-security/) - Trinity Resort Services earns SOC 1 Certification, proving commitment to data governance, security, and procedures for the vacation ownership industry.
- [Timeshare Repurposing: Choose the Right Expert for the Job](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-repurposing-choose-the-right-expert-for-the-job/) - Over the past few months, there has been a notable increase in interest regarding our services, particularly in our Resorts Reimagined™ program.
- [Discovery Resort Marketing Attends Meta Reels Film Festival](https://resorttrades.com/discovery-resort-marketing-attends-meta-reels-film-festival/) - Nick and Jenny Nelson from Discovery Resort Marketing attend META's 2024 Reels Film Festival in Chicago, representing the vacation ownership industry.
- [How AI Can Dramatically Improve CX While Shattering Sales & Marketing Goals](https://resorttrades.com/how-ai-can-dramatically-improve-cx-while-shattering-sales-marketing-goals/) - Join Resort Trades Learning Center on May 22, 2024, for an interactive session on integrating AI into timeshare and travel businesses.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Names Warren Smith as Chairman of the Board](https://resorttrades.com/canadian-resort-and-travel-association-crta-names-warren-smith-as-chairman-of-the-board/) - CRTAis proud to announce the appointment of Warren Smith as its Chairman of the Board. He will serve in this capacity for the next 24 months.
- [FNTC announces the appointment of Fiona Downing as CEO](https://resorttrades.com/fntc-announces-the-appointment-of-fiona-downing-as-ceo/) - FNTC, an IQ-EQ Group company that serves the global timeshare industry and operates in the U.S. through its subsidiaries FNTC A and VOTA announced today that Declan Kenny is to retire from his position as Chief Executive Officer. He will take on the role of Executive Chairman with immediate effect and as at January 1
- [Three Vacatia Associates Win Timeshare Industry Awards](https://resorttrades.com/three-vacatia-associates-win-timeshare-industry-awards-2/) - The American Resort Development Association has recognized three associates at Vacatia with its highest honor, ARDA Awards.
- [Making Marketing Happen](https://resorttrades.com/making-marketing-happen/) - Marketing is about experimentation. Set expectations, measure results, and learn from both successes and failures to refine strategies.
- [ResortCom International’s Philanthropic Partner Eagle's Wings Foundation Wins Coveted ACE Community Service and Philanthropy Industry Partner Award at 2024 ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-internationals-philanthropic-partner-eagles-wings-foundation-wins-coveted-ace-community-service-and-philanthropy-industry-partner-award-at-2024-arda-awards/) - ResortCom's partner EWF wins ACE Community Service & Philanthropy Award at 2024 ARDA Awards, held at Bellagio Resort, Las Vegas.
- [Sena Hospitality Design Wins American Resort Development Association Award](https://resorttrades.com/sena-hospitality-design-wins-american-resort-development-association-award/) - Sena Hospitality Design has once again won an ARDA award. inning design was for unit refurbishment of the Penthouses at Grand Seas Resort
- [C.A.R.E. Announces Conference Agenda For Association's 71st Conference](https://resorttrades.com/c-a-r-e-announces-conference-agenda-for-associations-71st-conference/) - The C.A.R.E. has officially announced its agenda for its 71st Conference, to be held at the Hotel Kansas City, in Kansas City from May 7 – May 10, 2024.
- [ResortCom International Celebrates Three Finalists at the 2024 ARDA Awards](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-international-celebrates-three-finalists-at-the-2024-arda-awards/) - ResortCom: 2024 ARDA Awards - 3 Finalists in HR, Tech, & Training. Recognized for outstanding contributions.
- [Vacation Innovations Wins 2024 ARDA Awards for Best New Product, Prestigious ACE Emerging Leader Award](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-wins-2024-arda-awards-for-best-new-product-prestigious-ace-emerging-leader-award/) - Vacation Innovations, a leading provider of travel-related products, software, and services, was recently honored with two awards in the 2024 ARDA Awards.
- [Hospitality Design and the Human Experience](https://resorttrades.com/hospitality-design-and-the-human-experience/) - "Experiential Design" in architecture prioritizes human experience, shaping decisions from location to lighting for optimal interaction.
- [Bruce Wardinski Receives 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award at CHRIS and HOLA Conferences](https://resorttrades.com/bruce-wardinski-receives-2024-lifetime-achievement-award-at-chris-and-hola-conferences/) - Bruce Wardinski, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. , has received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the CHRIS and HOLA.
- [Leading Remote Teams: Debunking Myths and Cultivating Trust](https://resorttrades.com/leading-remote-teams-debunking-myths-and-cultivating-trust/) - With a large portion of the workforce remote work on a permanent basis, organizations must adapt to this reality and reimagine the traditional workplace.
- [2024 Travel Report: Americans' Surging Wanderlust Revealed in Top Trends](https://resorttrades.com/2024-travel-report-americans-surging-wanderlust-revealed-in-top-trends/) - Our recent survey on American travel trends found many are prioritizing travel in 2024 while keeping a close eye on budgets.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Partners with Care Solace to Provide Mental Healthcare](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-partners-with-care-solace-to-provide-mental-healthcare/) - esort management company, Grand Pacific Resorts, has partnered with Care Solace to make mental health care options accessible to all of its associates.
- [Become a Resort Trades Member!](https://resorttrades.com/become-a-resort-trades-member/) - ARDA reports $10.5 Billion as the size of the timeshare Industry; comparable to the $10.3 Billion for MLB and the $10.3 Billion in the music industry.
- [Re-energized Global Exchange Vacation Club Eyes Texas as Fertile Ground](https://resorttrades.com/re-energized-global-exchange-vacation-club-eyes-texas-as-fertile-ground/) - Global Exchange Vacation Club turns its eyes toward Texas with increased marketing efforts, key executive promotions and revitalized showrooms in Texas.
- [Navigating the Tech Tide in Shared-Ownership Industry](https://resorttrades.com/navigating-the-tech-tide-in-shared-ownership-industry/) - Tech revolution in shared-ownership & hospitality, AI leading innovation. Enhancing guest experience & operational efficiency.
- [SPI Software Texting Program Named Best Product Development at 2024 GNEX Conference](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-texting-program-named-best-product-development-at-2024-gnex-conference/) - SPI Software awarded Best Product Development for innovation and client collaboration, making them a trusted partner for resort developers worldwide.
- [SS&C TimeShareWare Releases New Portal for Timeshare Owners](https://resorttrades.com/ssc-timeshareware-releases-new-portal-for-timeshare-owners/) - SS&C TimeShareWare announced the release of TimeShareWare OwnerHub, a web-based owner portal for timeshare owner & timeshare property members.
- [Discovery Resort Marketing Named to ARDA Chairman's League](https://resorttrades.com/discovery-resort-marketing-named-to-arda-chairmans-league/) - Discovery Resort Marketing joins ARDA Chairman's League, representing premier leadership in the vacation ownership industry landscape.
- [Westgate Resorts Names Longtime Executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer](https://resorttrades.com/westgate-resorts-names-longtime-executive-jim-gissy-as-chief-executive-officer/) - Westgate Resorts, one of the largest resort developers in the United States, has appointed longtime company executive Jim Gissy as CFO, effective March 5, 2024.
- [Vacatia Hires Soraya Gonzales López as Director of Operations](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-hires-soraya-gonzales-lopez-as-director-of-operations/) - Vacatia, a leading provider of customer-centric solutions for timeshare resorts, has announced the hiring of Soraya Gonzales López as director of operations.
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Supports the Navy SEALs Foundation as Charity of Choice](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-supports-the-navy-seals-foundation-as-charity-of-choice/) - GEVC partners with the Navy SEAL Foundation, supporting warriors and veterans. CEO Rick Sargent reinforces commitment at NYC Benefit.
- [SPI Software Deepens Industry Collaboration with Exclusive Timeshare Lunch & Learn](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-deepens-industry-collaboration-with-exclusive-timeshare-lunch-learn/) - Join SPI Software, Revenue Analytics, and RateGain for an exclusive Lunch and Learn event in Orlando, March 27. Gain valuable insights!
- [Unlocking Success: Strategies for Employee Retention and Growth](https://resorttrades.com/unlocking-success-strategies-for-employee-retention-and-growth/) - Discover expert strategies by Kumospace for reducing turnover, fostering growth, and building a loyal workforce in this insightful blog post.
- [Seven Vacatia Team Members Named as ARDA Award Finalists](https://resorttrades.com/seven-vacatia-team-members-named-as-arda-award-finalists/) - Vacatia has announced that seven of its associates have been named as awards finalists by the ARDA, which represents the vacation ownership industry.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Commemorates 25 Years with Best of the Best Gala](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-commemorates-25-years-with-best-of-the-best-gala/) - Grand Pacific Resorts celebrated our 25th Annual Best of the Best Gala at the Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa on February 28th. Every year, we recognize our Associates who go above and beyond to exemplify our corporate BE EPIC values of Balance, Empowerment, Enthusiasm, Passion, Integrity, and Consistency. The Champions arrived from across our family of resort locations to attend the gala,
- [Reserve the Time and Money for your next Renovation!](https://resorttrades.com/reserve-the-time-and-money-for-your-next-renovation/) - Ultimately, one of three forces will become the priority in decision making, shaping the outcome of your next renovation: Time, Money, and Quality.
- [FMCA Celebrates in Tucson and Invites Everyone to Attend](https://resorttrades.com/fmca-celebrates-in-tucson-and-invites-everyone-to-attend/) - FMCA, the world's largest nonprofit association for RV owners, will gather in Tucson, March 20-23, to enjoy good times and activities related to RV life.
- [Club Donatello Resort in the heart of San Francisco’s Union Square](https://resorttrades.com/club-donatello-resort-in-the-heart-of-san-franciscos-union-square/) - We were surprised to see our Club Donatello hallway on the October 5th, 2023 cover of Resort Trades. However, we needed to correct our age & WHO we are.
- [Fostering Good Mental Health](https://resorttrades.com/fostering-good-mental-health/) - Combat workplace performance issues caused by mental health challenges. Create supportive environments for employees to thrive and excel.
- [How Well Do You Address Mental Health Issues?](https://resorttrades.com/how-well-do-you-address-mental-health-issues/) - Find out by taking this quiz. Score 10 points for each “yes” answer to these questions. Then total your score and check your rating at the bottom of the chart.
- [Working with EAPs](https://resorttrades.com/working-with-eaps/) - Integrating physical and mental health care is vital for employee productivity. Don't miss out on the benefits. Learn more.
- [GNEX 2024 Conference & Award Winners Celebrate Success In Miami](https://resorttrades.com/gnex-2024-conference-award-winners-celebrate-success-in-miami/) - Experience unparalleled networking at GNEX Conference, featuring industry leaders and insightful sessions. Held at Fontainebleau Miami, Florida.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Asia Pacific Division Celebrates Triple Victory at GNEX Vacation Industry Awards, Including Best Overall Company](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-asia-pacific-division-celebrates-triple-victory-at-gnex-vacation-industry-awards-including-best-overall-company/) - The Asia Pacific division of Travel + Leisure Co.has been named Best Overall Company Over 250 Employees at the 2024 GNEX Conference Vacation Industry Awards.
- [10 Timeless quotes to motivate your speaking](https://resorttrades.com/10-timeless-quotes-to-motivate-your-speaking/) - Forbes explores AI's impact on human communication. Soft skills like interpersonal networking remain crucial in 2024. Discover the future of human connection.
- [Meet Dottie, Still Thriving at 100 at San Clemente Cove](https://resorttrades.com/meet-dottie-still-thriving-at-100-at-san-clemente-cove/) - Our beloved Dottie Kavanaugh is marking a milestone. We will celebrate and honor her 100th birthday on January 26, 2024.
- [Vacatia Earns Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Management Contract](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-earns-fort-lauderdale-beach-resort-management-contract/) - Vacatia, a leading provider of solutions for timeshare resorts, has been awarded the management contract for Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Q4 & Full-Year 2023 Results, 2024 Outlook Revealed](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-q4-full-year-2023-results-2024-outlook-revealed/) - Travel + Leisure, the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, reported fourth quarter and full-year 2023 financial results.
- [ResortCom Revamps User Experience: A Leap Towards Seamless Digital Interaction](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-revamps-user-experience-a-leap-towards-seamless-digital-interaction/) - Explore ResortCom's new Member Reservation Website for seamless timeshare management. Book hassle-free vacations with ease and convenience!
- [SPI Software CEO Gordon McClendon Receives Lifetime Achievement Award at GNEX 2024](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-ceo-gordon-mcclendon-receives-lifetime-achievement-award-at-gnex-2024/) - SPI Software CEO, Gordon McClendon, receives Lifetime Achievement Award at GNEX 2024, recognizing his leadership and contributions to the timeshare industry.
- [The Resorts Companies Welcomes Lee Lorimer as New Corporate Director of Human Resources](https://resorttrades.com/the-resorts-companies-welcomes-lee-lorimer-as-new-corporate-director-of-human-resources/) - The Resorts Companies appoints Lee Lorimer as Corporate Director of Human Resources, leveraging 30 years of HR expertise to oversee HR.
- [ARDA-ROC and TBMA Announce Strategic Partnership](https://resorttrades.com/arda-roc-and-tbma-announce-strategic-partnership/) - ARDA-ROC & TBMA join forces to enhance timeshare board associations' education & networking, empowering owners & members with industry-leading resources.
- [Experiential Vacations Moving the Needle for HGV](https://resorttrades.com/experiential-vacations-moving-the-needle-for-hgv/) - Since the early days of vacation ownership, developers have introduce new benefits to improve timeshare, meeting the needs of a changing ownership base.
- [SPI Software Forms Strategic Partnership with Revenue Analytics for Vacation Ownership Revenue Management Revolution](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-forms-strategic-partnership-with-revenue-analytics-for-vacation-ownership-revenue-management-revolution/) - SPI Software partners with Revenue Analytics, integrating SPI's platform with Revenue Analytics’ N2Pricing™ RMS for enhanced revenue management.
- [Trinity Resort Services Joins AMDETUR](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-joins-amdetur/) - Trinity Resort Services including financial, reservations, and contact center services, has announced its membership in AMDETUR.
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Announces Prize Winners](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-announces-prize-winners/) - Global Exchange Vacation Club made some contestants extremely happy when their names were drawn in a trip giveaway sweepstakes.
- [Retrain Your Brain for Sales Success ](https://resorttrades.com/retrain-your-brain-for-sales-success/) - Whether you’re in timeshare sales, looking for a job, or promoting your company, Resort Trades wanted to share some tips on making successful calls.
- [Design Trends 2024: What is Trending and What is Staying?](https://resorttrades.com/design-trends-2024-what-is-trending-and-what-is-staying/) - Freshen up on the overarching macrotrends and you will see that those outlined last year are still driving the design direction for 2024.
- [The 2024 World of Finance](https://resorttrades.com/the-2024-world-of-finance/) - In 2024, money's biggest concern is cost. Timeshare lenders offer financing, but rates are up due to the highest prime rate since 2001.
- [Fiesta Americana Travelty Collection Unveils Innovative Enhancements for 2024](https://resorttrades.com/fiesta-americana-travelty-collection-unveils-innovative-enhancements-for-2024/) - Fiesta Americana Travelty Collection strides into 2024 with a series of new digital updates, tools for travel agents, and enhanced guest experiences.
- [RCI Celebrates 50 Years …Has It Really Been That Long?](https://resorttrades.com/rci-celebrates-50-years-has-it-really-been-that-long/) - Interview with Paul Mulcahy, Managing Director RCI North America & Global Marketing and Sale, who oversees the RCI North America business and Marketing.
- [2024 Outlook Brighter](https://resorttrades.com/2024-outlook-brighter/) - We believe 2024 will be a fabulous year of growth for the country, the timeshare resort industry, and for us. What proof do I have of this?
- [Massanutten Resort Announces Michael Hammes as New General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/massanutten-resort-announces-michael-hammes-as-new-general-manager/) - Massanutten Resort, a four-season resort, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Michael Hammes as its new General Manager and Vice President.
- [Looking Ahead](https://resorttrades.com/looking-ahead/) - The paradigm for economic forecasters is Nostradamus. The 16 century astrologer’s predictions were so vague that almost any event can be as his true ‘prophecy’.
- [Action Floor Systems’ Becomes Official Surface for Rally Pickleball Courts](https://resorttrades.com/action-floor-systems-surface-rally-pickleball-courts/) - Action Floor Systems announces that their Action Herculan PB Pro floor system has been named the official surface for Rally Pickleball Courts.
- [MVP—A Takacs Company—Announces Banner Year](https://resorttrades.com/mvp-a-takacs-company-announces-banner-year/) - MVP, a Takacs Company, announces a great year working on behalf of timeshare owners. Joseph Takacs Jr., reports the company recently complete its 4th repurpose.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Continues Brand Portfolio Expansion with Acquisition of Accor Vacation Club  ](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-continues-brand-portfolio-expansion-with-acquisition-of-accor-vacation-club/) - Travel + Leisure announced an agreement to acquire the vacation ownership business of global hospitality giant Accor for US $48.4 million.
- [Harry Van Sciver…Some Thoughts](https://resorttrades.com/harry-van-sciversome-thoughts/) - When I first met Harry at an ARDA convention, I saw that Harry was, in fact, a sharply dressed, energetic, and much younger man than I’d visualized.
- [Five ways to look and sound bigger](https://resorttrades.com/five-ways-to-look-and-sound-bigger/) - You and I know that you are perfect just as you are, but there are some hacks you can use to look and sound a little “bigger” when you speak in public.
- [How to Use a “Memory Palace”](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-use-a-memory-palace/) - Have you ever watched a speaker go totally blank in the middle of a speech? That’s because they lost their place in the memory stream.
- [Thompson Denver Introduces Julian Tucker As New General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/thompson-denver-introduces-julian-tucker-as-new-general-manager/) - Denver’s beloved lifestyle hotel, Thompson Denver, is pleased to announce the appointment of Julian Tucker as General Manager. A long-time leader at various Hyatt properties, Tucker began his career 25 years ago at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee working overnight in the Security Department. As he grew within the industry, Tucker took many leadership roles with
- [The Resorts Companies Appoints Dan Simmons to its Board of Directors](https://resorttrades.com/the-resorts-companies-appoints-dan-simmons-to-its-board-of-directors/) - The Resorts Companies, owner of Massanutten Resort and Wilderness Presidential Resort, announced the appointment of Dan Simmons to its Board of Directors.
- [Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf Resort***** awarded Green Key](https://resorttrades.com/terre-blanche-hotel-spa-golf-resort-green-key/) - Terre Blanche Hotel Spa Golf Resort was officially awarded the Green Key certificate recognizing the resort’s commitment to the preservation of its environment.
- [Global Exchange Vacation Club Marks 20th Anniversary](https://resorttrades.com/global-exchange-vacation-club-marks-20th-anniversary/) - Global Exchange Vacation Club which offers affordable and effortless vacation ownership experiences using RCI points, reached its 20th anniversary this year.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation Announces Completion of Merger](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-holding-corporation-announces-completion-of-merger/) - Bluegreen Vacations announced the completion of the acquisition of Bluegreen Vacations by Hilton Grand Vacations pursuant to the merger agreement.
- [Stories in Hospitality Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/stories-in-hospitality-marketing/) - Marketing industries teacher Seth Godin's book “All Marketers Are Liars Tell Stories” isn’t written for this industry, but has lessons this industry need.
- [Top 5 (Insider) Tips for a Great Presentation*](https://resorttrades.com/top-5-insider-tips-for-a-great-presentation/) - I’ve been speaking and training for over 20 years, but the truth is, it bothered me that sometimes my speeches are a perfectly thrown dart – while other.
- [Trinity Resort Services Excitedly Introduces Renatta Perez Anguiano New Collections Manager at Las Vegas HQ](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-excitedly-introduces-renatta-perez-anguiano-new-collections-manager-at-las-vegas-hq/) - Trinity Resort Services (TRS), proudly announces the appointment of Renatta Perez Anguiano as Collections Manager at their Mexico office.
- [Words of Wisdom from Two Seasoned Timeshare Executives](https://resorttrades.com/words-of-wisdom-from-two-seasoned-timeshare-executives/) - Bill Ryczek, Colebrook and Gordon McClendon, SPI, are both in the timeshare business, but they are leaders of companies that rarely work together.
- [Conrad New York Midtown Names Jimmy Sarfraz as General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/conrad-new-york-midtown-names-jimmy-sarfraz-as-general-manager/) - Conrad New York Midtown announced the appointment of Jimmy Sarfraz as the general manager of the 562-room, luxury property located in the heart of Manhattan.
- [Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Chooses Vacatia for Management Services](https://resorttrades.com/fort-lauderdale-beach-resort-chooses-vacatia-for-management-services/) - Vacatia a leading provider solutions for timeshare resorts, has been awarded the management contract for Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort (FLBR).
- [Strategies for Success in the Challenging Economic Landscape of 2024](https://resorttrades.com/strategies-for-success-economic-2024/) - Fasten your seat belts and enjoy the ride. Like airline travelers bracing for turbulence, business owners are preparing for a tricky operating environment.
- [Meet Marissa, January’s Send Me on Vacation Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-marissa-januarys-send-me-on-vacation-survivor/) - It has been both one of the worst and hardest things I’ve ever experienced and one of the biggest invitations and opportunities for connection and growth.
- [Trinity Resort Services Welcomes New Project Director in Mexico City Office](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-welcomes-new-project-director-in-mexico-city-office/) - Trinity Resort Services has announced that Marisol Alejandra Garcia Perez has joined their growing team in Mexico as Project Manager.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Adds Global Patient Experience Expert, Healthcare Executive to its Advisory Council](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-adds-global-patient-experience-expert-healthcare-executive-to-its-advisory-council/) - Mobius Vendor Partners announced today that global patient experience expert and healthcare executive Nicole Cable will serve on its Advisory Council.
- [Today’s Timeshare Industry](https://resorttrades.com/todays-timeshare-industry/) - According to the ARDA, “In the US, there are more than 1,500 timeshare resorts. The modern vacation ownership is made up of respected hospitality brands.”
- [Tactics & Tools to Help Make a Big Marketing Impact](https://resorttrades.com/tactics-tools-to-help-make-a-big-marketing-impact/) - Smaller businesses can often be successful with some guidance and training on tools to help them make a big impact with less investment and efficient efforts.
- [How to Prioritize Your Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/how-to-prioritize-your-marketing/) - Someone might tell you to use social media or place ads on Google - but just because it’s a real marketing tactic doesn’t mean it has a fit in your business.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide New Executive Roles for Future Growth](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-new-executive-roles-for-future-growth/) - Marriott Vacations announces new structure aimed at long-term, sustainable growth across its vacation ownership business, exchange and management segment
- [Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation Announces Expiration of the HSR Waiting Period for Proposed Transaction with Hilton Grand Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-holding-corporation-announces-expiration-of-the-hsr-waiting-period-for-proposed-transaction-with-hilton-grand-vacations/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation announced the expiration of the waiting period , to the previously announced acquired by Hilton Grand Vacations.
- [NBC’s Dylan Dreyer, Soccer Legend Landon Donovan, Eight-Time NBA All-Star Vince Carter and Country Music Star Chris Lane to Tee Off LPGA Season in Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of  Champions ](https://resorttrades.com/nbcs-dylan-dreyer-soccer-legend-landon-donovan-eight-time-nba-all-star-vince-carter-and-country-music-star-chris-lane-to-tee-off-lpga-season-in-hilton-grand-vacations-tournament-of-ch/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces that Dylan Dreyer, Landon Donovan, Vince Carter and Chris Lane will be joining the 2024 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament.
- [Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun Celebrates Award-Winning Year](https://resorttrades.com/grand-fiesta-americana-coral-beach-cancun-celebrates-award-winning-year/) - Grand Fiesta Americana Coral Beach Cancun All-Inclusive Spa Resort announce that it received numerous distinguished awards & recognitions in 2023.
- [Gaetan Babin and The Evolution of CRTA](https://resorttrades.com/gaetan-babin-and-the-evolution-of-crta/) - In the ensuing years, what is now CRTA was preceded by CRDA (Canadian Resort Development Association) and CVOA (Canadian Vacation Ownership Association.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Continues to Expand](https://resorttrades.com/canadian-resort-and-travel-association-crta-continues-to-expand/) - CRTA, the industry trade association dedicated to promoting ethical practices in Canada and throughout the world, continues to grow its membership base.
- [Massanutten Resort Announces New HeArt & SOUL Winter Fest](https://resorttrades.com/massanutten-resort-announces-new-heart-soul-winter-fest/) - Massanutten Resort, a premier all-season resort located in the heart of Shenandoah Valley, is thrilled to announce its first-ever HeArt & SOUL Winter Fest.
- [Inspiring Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/inspiring-leadership/) - One of the biggest hurdles leaders have is inspiring their downline to have top performance, even though they may not have as much skin in the game. That difficultly makes inspiring employees to feel a sense of ownership over their jobs a hot topic in the leadership world. We dove into a plethora of leadership
- [It pays to be WELL: Beyond Going Green](https://resorttrades.com/it-pays-to-be-well-beyond-going-green/) - For years LEED certification has defined building sustainability and efficiency. Now, healthy buildings have a new rubric, thanks to the WELL Building Standard.
- [Getting the Most of the Multi-Purpose Room](https://resorttrades.com/getting-the-most-of-the-multi-purpose-room/) - The multi-purpose room can boom with life, laughter, and memory making. It can host indoor recreation and amenities that give owners something to brag about.
- [Santa’s Village: A Case Study in Master Planning A Dream Resort](https://resorttrades.com/santas-village-a-case-study-in-master-planning-a-dream-resort/) - Mr. and Mrs. Claus have been looking to expand their ventures. They have a perfect vision for a new wonderland and a serene and ideal piece of land!
- [Meet Jennifer, December’s Send Me on Vacation Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-jennifer-decembers-smov-survivor/) - Send Me on Vacation: I was really looking forward to the upcoming trip. I had my approved time off unfortunately my circumstances have taken an unexpected turn.
- [Bowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection Opens as Fort Worth’s First Luxury Retreat Epitomizing the Modern West](https://resorttrades.com/bowie-house-auberge-resorts-collection-opens-as-fort-worths-first-luxury-retreat-epitomizing-the-modern-west/) - The first of its kindBowie House, Auberge Resorts Collection, the luxury, urban retreat embodying Fort Worth’s unique character, opens its doors..
- [Introducing Villatel Orlando Resort: The First Villa Hotel In The Heart Of Orlando’s Biggest Tourism District, International Drive](https://resorttrades.com/introducing-villatel-orlando-resort-the-first-villa-hotel-in-the-heart-of-orlandos-biggest-tourism-district-international-drive/) - Villatel Orlando Resort, a one-of-a-kind ‘villa hotel’ offering top-tier private villa rentals with hotel-style standards and amenities.
- [SPI Software Enhances SPI Connect Portfolio Offering Text Payment Functionality](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-enhances-spi-connect-portfolio-offering-text-payment-functionality/) - SPI Software announces the enhancement of its products to offer text payment functionality helping clients collect payments, fees, and dues.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Celebrates 25th Years](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-celebrates-25th-years/) - Mobius Vendor Partners the professional consulting firm, and creator of feedback systems, is proud to be in its 25th year in business.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners names Jeff Hansen to lead new business process advisory board](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-names-jeff-hansen-to-lead-new-business-process-advisory-board/) - Mobius Vendor Partners has selected Jeff Hansen, formerly Senior Vice President, Travel Services of Travel and Leisure Co., to spearhead an Advisory Council.
- [Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection Honored As One Of The World’s Best New Hotels On Travel + Leisure’s ‘It List’ And Afar’s ‘Stay List’ For 2023](https://resorttrades.com/wildflower-farms-auberge-resorts-collection-honored-as-one-of-the-worlds-best-new-hotels-on-travel-leisures-it-list-and-afars-stay-list/) - Wildflower Farms, Auberge Resorts Collection, has been named on two of the most prestigious award lists celebrating the best new hotels & resorts in the world.
- [Outgoing World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) President & CEO sets out what he sees are the trends shaping the future of Travel & Tourism.](https://resorttrades.com/outgoing-world-travel-tourism-council-wttc-president-ceo-sets-out-what-he-sees-are-the-trends-shaping-the-future-of-travel-tourism/) - When I first took the helm of WTTC. We have seen major geopolitical movements — rise in populism; terrorist attacks; economic power of China and India; sharing economy; mobile; and climate change.
- [WTTC Statement on the death of Henry Kissinger](https://resorttrades.com/wttc-statement-on-the-death-of-henry-kissinger/) - The WTTC acknowledges the contributions of Henry Kissinger in its founding. He was instrumental in giving the Travel & Tourism sector a global voice.
- [Capital Vacations® Announces New Chief Financial Officer](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-announces-new-chief-financial-officer/) - Capital Vacations along with its consolidated subsidiaries, is pleased to announce the promotion of William (Bill) Gehman to the position of CFO.
- [Liberty Bank and Capital Vacations® Close $70MM Receivables Loan](https://resorttrades.com/liberty-bank-and-capital-vacations-close-70mm-receivables-loan/) - Wellington Financial, lending correspondent for Liberty Bank, renews and expands Liberty Bank’s $70mm receivables hypothecation line of credit.
- [Capital Vacations announces the appointment of Travis Bary and Jerry Rexroad as Co-Presidents](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-announces-the-appointment-of-travis-bary-and-jerry-rexroad-as-co-presidents/) - Capital Vacations, LLC, along with its consolidated subsidiaries, is pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Bary and Jerry Rexroad as Co-Presidents. Today's announcement underscores our commitment to assembling the right team and structure to lead Capital Vacations through its next stage of growth and development. — Jason Shroff, CEO, Capital Vacations Mr. Bary and Mr.
- [Are You Dealing Effectively with Negative Workers?](https://resorttrades.com/are-you-dealing-effectively-with-negative-workers/) - Are you taking the right steps to rehabilitate toxic workers and promote a positive workplace? To find out, take the quiz below.
- [6 Solutions to Managing a Toxic Employee](https://resorttrades.com/6-solutions-to-managing-a-toxic-employee/) - Toxic employees can destabilize a workplace, depress team morale and erode the bottom line. Supervisors need to identify behaviors and take corrective actions.
- [Massanutten Resort Announces Hall of Fame Winners](https://resorttrades.com/massanutten-resort-announces-hall-of-fame-winners/) - Massanutten Resort announced the six winners who will be inducted into its Hall of Fame on December 2, 2023 during its second Hall of Fame Dinner.
- [Hotelier Expands Portfolio with A Historic Acquisition: The Dunes On The Waterfront](https://resorttrades.com/hotelier-expands-portfolio-with-a-historic-acquisition-the-dunes-on-the-waterfront/) - Tim Harrington his Batson River Partner Kevin Lord has acquired The Dunes on the Waterfront, adding to his number of boutique properties in Maine.
- [Tom Lyons (1953-1973): A Timeless Legacy Remembered](https://resorttrades.com/tom-lyons-1953-1973-a-timeless-legacy-remembered/) - In Memoriam: Thomas Dean Lyons (1953-2023), a visionary entrepreneur and beloved family man. His legacy lives on through GCI and cherished memories.
- [UrVenue Sponsors ILHA and INSPIRE Luxury Hospitality Conference](https://resorttrades.com/urvenue-sponsors-ilha-and-inspire-luxury-hospitality-conference/) - International Luxury Hotel Association is thrilled to announce UrVenue as a 2-year sponsor of the association & upcoming INSPIRE Luxury Hospitality Conference.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Raises Money for Christel House with Walk-A-Thon](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-raises-money-for-christel-house-with-walk-a-thon/) - Grand Pacific Resorts has helped support Christel House, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping break the cycle of poverty around the world.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Expands Presence with 90 New Luxury Rooms on the Vibrant Las Vegas Strip](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-expands-presence-with-90-new-luxury-rooms-on-the-vibrant-las-vegas-strip/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces the addition of 90 new luxury rooms at its premiere Las Vegas resort with the opening of Elara, a Hilton Club.
- [Revitalizing Paradise: Halting the Resort Decline with a Remarkable Comeback](https://resorttrades.com/revitalizing-paradise-halting-the-resort-decline-with-a-remarkable-comeback/) - The resort had a nearly 40-year run of consistent sales and stewardship by a developer who invested hours and millions of dollars supporting the resort.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Acquires Stonewater Cove Resort and Club](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-acquires-stonewater-cove-resort-and-club/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation has acquired the Stonewater Cove Resort and Club, a wilderness retreat located in Stone County, Missouri.
- [Award for the Trump International Beach Resort](https://resorttrades.com/award-for-he-trump-international-beach-resort/) - Trump International Beach Resort Miami won the “Award of Excellence” in the Annual Awards of Excellence presented by Corporate Incentive & Travel.
- [Viva Resorts by Wyndham Unveils Exciting Black Friday Deals and Holiday Promotions for 2023](https://resorttrades.com/viva-resorts-by-wyndham-unveils-exciting-black-friday-deals-and-holiday-promotions-for-2023/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham, a leading name in the travel industry, is excited to announce its exclusive Black Friday and Holidays promotions for 2023.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Named Runner Up in ICMI Global Contact Center Awards](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-named-runner-up-in-icmi-global-contact-center-awards/) - The International Customer Management Institute has recognized Bluegreen Vacations Unlimited as Runner Up in the medium contact center category at the recently.
- [Tips for Resort Management from Grand Pacific Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tips-for-resort-management-from-grand-pacific-resorts/) - Grand Pacific Resorts, serving 80,000+ families for three decades. COO Nigel Lobo and GM Clinton Owen share successful owner communication strategies.
- [Meet Amber, November’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-amber-novembers-smov-survivor/) - Embrace the emotional journey of a cancer survivor diagnosed at 32. Love, resilience, and a partner's support redefine life's celebrations amid uncertainty.
- [Meet Lesley, October’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-lesley-octobers-smov-survivor/) - Native Hawaiian, metastatic breast cancer advocate, dreams of SMOV amid career and marriage losses, facing financial constraints with resilience and hope.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations to Acquire Bluegreen Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-to-acquire-bluegreen-vacations/) - Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. announced that that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Bluegreen Vacations for $75 per share,.
- [ARDA Meets Industry Needs: Reimagined Programs Put Members First](https://resorttrades.com/arda-meets-industry-needs-reimagined-programs-put-members-first/) - This month on November 8-10, the ARDA will once again be hosting a fall meeting in Washington, but this year it has a new name, the Leadership & Policy Forum.
- [Create a Stunning Profile Banner in Minutes](https://resorttrades.com/create-a-stunning-profile-banner-in-minutes/) - In today’s LinkedIn Minute we're going to focus on the top of your profile called the LinkedIn banner. The default banner is a very unattractive gray blob.
- [Streamline Your LinkedIn Profile URL](https://resorttrades.com/streamline-your-linkedin-profile-url/) - Today’s lesson will help you do that. Why streamline your profile URL? So you can put it on your business cards, or include it in your email signature.
- [Call Adversity By Its True Name](https://resorttrades.com/call-adversity-by-its-true-name/) - We all know someone who faced and conquered adversity in life, then achieved great things because of the experience. However, the universe had other ideas.
- [Living with Intention Through Adversity and Resilience](https://resorttrades.com/living-with-intention-through-adversity-and-resilience/) - It is complicated when we have to see someone we love facing adversity & resist the temptation to make it stop. Remember the butterfly that never got to fly.
- [Would you like to learn how to turn adversity into purpose?](https://resorttrades.com/would-you-like-to-learn-how-to-turn-adversity-into-purpose/) - On May 16, at 2:00 p.m. ET, join Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, and Sheryl Cattell, author of Turning Adversity into Purpose to learn tools to help you do just that.
- [Turning a Bad Situation Into a Positive](https://resorttrades.com/turning-a-bad-situation-into-a-positive/) - We recently came across a book by Sheryl Cattell, Turning Adversity Into Purpose, a self-help book written by a resort veteran which can help.
- [Interval Releases Its Top Travel Destinations For 2024](https://resorttrades.com/interval-international-releases-its-top-travel-destinations-for-2024-to-inspire-vacation-enthusiasts/) - Discover 2024's top vacation spots by Interval International, with data from 1.6M members and 3.2K resorts in 90+ countries.
- [Vacation Innovations Again Named One of Central Florida’s Top Workplaces](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-again-named-one-of-central-floridas-top-workplaces/) - Vacation Innovations has been awarded a Top Workplaces honor by The Orlando Top Workplaces for the second straight year.
- [Liberty Bank and Breckenridge Grand Vacations Update Loan Commitments to $155,000,000](https://resorttrades.com/liberty-bank-and-breckenridge-grand-vacations-update-loan-commitments-to-155000000/) - Wellington Financial, the exclusive resort finance lending correspondent for Liberty Bank, has committed $155MM to Breckenridge Grand Vacations.
- [Travel + Leisure GO for Professionals Has New Designations](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-go-for-professionals-has-new-designations/) - Travel + Leisure GO for Professionals announced two new designations that offer qualified travel professionals significantly enhanced benefits.
- [Vacationed To Launch Groundbreaking Customer Service Solutions to Level the Playing Field VS Timeshare Exit Companies](https://resorttrades.com/vacationed-level-playing-field-vs-timeshare-exit-companies/) - Vacationed is thrilled to announce the launch of its vacation consultation and concierge services elevating customer service experience for members.
- [Airbnb Demand is Down and Hotel Suites Are Scarce: The Surprising Resort That’s Booming](https://resorttrades.com/airbnb-demand-is-down-and-hotel-suites-are-scarce-the-surprising-resort-thats-booming/) - Affordable short-term rental vacations has changed how people travel. Travelers are accustomed to space and conveniences of homes and no longer prefer a hotel.
- [Melinda Miramant Wins the Lottery](https://resorttrades.com/melinda-miramant-wins-the-lottery/) - Melinda Miramant, Colebrook Financial's CFO says “I feel I’ve won the lottery! I couldn’t have scripted a better transition from public accounting to private.”
- [Best place to work? You better believe it! Trinity Resort Services](https://resorttrades.com/best-place-to-work-you-better-believe-it-trinity-resort-services/) - When I saw a notice in The Resort Trades for article submissions for Best Place to Work, I immediately thought of my client Trinity Resort Services
- [Unlock the Power of Open Communication and Collaboration for Unparalleled Client Success at Trinity Resort Services!](https://resorttrades.com/unlock-the-power-of-open-communication-and-collaboration-for-unparalleled-client-success-at-trinity-resort-services/) - Trinity Resort Services, providing a services to the vacation ownership industry, like financial, reservations, and contact centers, reports an increase.
- [MVP—A Takacs Company—Announces the Formation of MyMVPClub](https://resorttrades.com/mvp-a-takacs-company-announces-the-formation-of-mymvpclub/) - MVP—A Takacs Company, has added MyMVPClub, a customer and member friendly club originally designed to serve timeshare owners who were readjust their ownership.
- [SellMyTimeshareNow.com Celebrates 20 Years as Leader in Timeshare Resale](https://resorttrades.com/sellmytimesharenow-com-celebrates-20-years-as-leader-in-timeshare-resale/) - SellMyTimeshareNow.com celebrates its 20th anniversary as a leading resource for buyers, sellers, and renters of timeshare.
- [SPI Software Announces Acquisition by Kingsway Financial](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-announces-acquisition-by-kingsway-financial/) - SPI Software announces its acquisition by Kingsway Financial, an investment firm specializing in a diverse portfolio of innovative and growth focused companies.
- [Obituary Jack (Giacomo) Michael Occhiogrosso](https://resorttrades.com/obituary-jack-giacomo-michael-occhiogrosso/) - Obituary Jack (Giacomo) Michael Occhiogrosso Born in Brooklyn, New York to Nunzio and Mary Occhiogrosso, Jack passed away on August 31, 2023.
- [Recruit and Retain: Workers in a Candidate-driven Market](https://resorttrades.com/recruit-and-retain-workers-in-a-candidate-driven-market/) - Job candidates are scarce on the ground. The few who entertain an offer end up turning them down. And many hired go AWOL on the first day of work.
- [Get the Word Out About #Timeshare!](https://resorttrades.com/get-the-word-out-about-timeshare/) - ARDA is the trade association for the timeshare industry. ARDA’s work — including proactive advocacy — touches every role within the timeshare industry.
- [Managing Gen Z](https://resorttrades.com/managing-gen-z/) - While bright, eager to please & technically savvy, Gen Zers will need coaching to improve their performance in personal communications & team environments.
- [Are You Ready for Gen Z?](https://resorttrades.com/are-you-ready-for-gen-z/) - Is your business managing Gen Zers effectively? Find out by answering yes or no to the following questions. Total your score see where you fall.
- [Sports Illustrated Resorts and Travel + Leisure Co. Launch the Ultimate Sports-Themed and Active Lifestyle Resort Network in Leading U.S. College Towns and Leisure Destinations](https://resorttrades.com/sports-illustrated-resorts-and-travel-leisure-co-launch-the-ultimate-sports-themed-and-active-lifestyle-resort-network-in-leading-u-s-college-towns-and-leisure-destinations/) - Travel + Leisure and Sports Hospitality Ventures introduced a new concept for a network of future sports-themed resort and lifestyle complexes.
- [Posadas and Grupo Xtra host a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Live Aqua Riviera Cancún and Grand Fiesta Americana Riviera Cancún All Inclusive Resort & Spa](https://resorttrades.com/posadas-and-grupo-xtra-host-a-groundbreaking-ceremony-for-the-new-live-aqua-riviera-cancun-and-grand-fiesta-americana-riviera-cancun-all-inclusive-resort-spa/) - Fiesta Americana Travelty with Grupo Xtra initiated the construction of Live Aqua Riviera Cancún & Grand Fiesta Americana Riviera Cancún Resort & Spa.
- [MVP—A Takacs Company—Receives Praise as Projects Wrap Up](https://resorttrades.com/mvp-a-takacs-company-receives-praise-as-projects-wrap-up/) - Joseph Takacs Jr., announced that MVP’s repurpose of Indian Wells CondoShare is complete The 750 owners of the 39 units each received net checks for $3,788.62.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Named One of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families” by Newsweek](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-named-one-of-americas-greatest-workplaces-for-parents-and-families-by-newsweek/) - Hilton Grand Vacations has been recognized by Newsweek on the inaugural list as one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families."
- [Accounting for Disasters and Insurance Proceeds: Is Your resort Prepared?](https://resorttrades.com/accounting-for-disasters-and-insurance-proceeds-is-your-resort-prepared/) - With damages in recent years resulting from increased activity of hurricanes, tornadoes, fires, and other natural disasters, resorts have had their hands full.
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Offers Experiential Vacations Through Popular VIP Experiences Program](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-offers-experiential-vacations-through-popular-vip-experiences-program/) - Today’s vacationers want to make the most of their vacation, immersing themselves in journeys through unique, memorable, and meaningful hands-on experiences.
- [Kind Traveler Revolutionizes Responsible Tourism With The Launch Of 'Every Stay Gives Back' Initiative](https://resorttrades.com/kind-traveler-revolutionizes-responsible-tourism-with-the-launch-of-every-stay-gives-back-initiative/) - Kind Traveler's ESGB program transforms travel for good, donating $73K to local charities. Join the responsible tourism movement!
- [Vacavia Cottages & Cabins Announces New Director of Marketing & Business Development, Gina Tabasso](https://resorttrades.com/vacavia-cottages-cabins-announces-new-director-of-marketing-business-development-gina-tabasso/) - Vacavia Cottages & Cabins, manufacturer of park model, tiny, and modular homes, announces Gina Tabasso as the director of marketing & business development.
- [Meet Tonyia, September’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-tonyia-septembers-smov-survivor/) - She did all the right things. She felt the lump, told her doctors and nothing. She told them repeatedly. Finally someone listened and agreed to a mammogram.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Provides Update on Impact from Maui Wildfires](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-provides-update-on-impact-from-maui-wildfires/) - Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE:HGV) (“HGV” or “the Company”) today provided an update on its business in Hawaii following the recent wildfires on Maui.
- [Engaging Insight and Comment by Mike Flaskey on LinkedIn That Caught Our Attention](https://resorttrades.com/engaging-insight-and-comment-by-mike-flaskey-on-linkedin-that-caught-our-attention/) - Insightful analysis of Marriott Vacations Worldwide's business diversification in recent WSJ article. Exploring the sales-driven dynamics of timeshare industry.
- [Harnessing the Power of PR to Elevate Your Business](https://resorttrades.com/harnessing-the-power-of-pr-to-elevate-your-business/) - Discover expert insights on timeshare resort industry PR trends & tactics in an interview with Georgi Bohrod Gordon, CEO of GBG & Associates, by Resort Trades.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Supports Clients’ Charities of Choice](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-supports-clients-charities-of-choice/) - Mobius VP, LLC, the consulting firm that developed CustomerCount, announces a special section of its website devoted to its clients’ Charities of Choice.
- [Vacation Innovations Returns as Sponsor of the 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-returns-as-sponsor-of-the-2023-gnex-crta-conference/) - Vacation Innovations sponsors 2023 GNEX-CRTA Conference, a premier vacation industry event at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, Quebec City.
- [ResortCom's Meaningful Giving Back Initiatives Strengthen Community Bonds](https://resorttrades.com/resortcoms-meaningful-giving-back-initiatives-strengthen-community-bonds/) - ResortCom's commitment shines with impactful community projects & charitable giving, reflecting #RC Life values - making a positive difference.
- [Harmonizing Luxury and Sustainability: A Fusion Worth Experiencing](https://resorttrades.com/harmonizing-luxury-and-sustainability-a-fusion-worth-experiencing/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham achieves Wyndham Green certification, showcasing 20+ years of eco-initiatives and commitment to efficient, eco-friendly operations.
- [SPI Software's VP Sales, David Callaghan, Joins Board of Canadian Resort & Travel Association](https://resorttrades.com/spi-softwares-vp-sales-david-callaghan-joins-board-of-canadian-resort-travel-association/) - Canadian Resort & Travel Association names David Callaghan, VP Sales for SPI Software, to board, leveraging his expertise for sector promotion and enhancement.
- [Don’t let imposter syndrome sabotage your next speech](https://resorttrades.com/dont-let-imposter-syndrome-sabotage-your-next-speech/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham gains Wyndham Green certification, two decades of eco-efforts for efficient, low-impact hotel operations.
- [Margit E. Whitlock AIA, Principal, Architectural Concepts, Inc. Selected as a 2023 San Diego Business Journal  Leader of Influence in Architecture and Design](https://resorttrades.com/margit-e-whitlock-aia-principal-architectural-concepts-inc-selected-as-a-2023-san-diego-business-journal-leader-of-influence-in-architecture-and-design/) - Margit E. Whitlock, Principal and Creative Director of Architectural Concepts has been named as a 2023 Leader of Influence in Architecture and Design.
- [Viva Resorts by Wyndham Announces Green Initiatives Program  ](https://resorttrades.com/viva-resorts-by-wyndham-announces-green-initiatives-program/) - Viva Resorts by Wyndham achieves Wyndham Green certification, after two decades of eco-friendly initiatives for efficient, low-impact hotel operations.
- [Hawai'i Wildfire Update From ARDA](https://resorttrades.com/hawaii-wildfire-update-from-arda/) - In light of the devastating fires on Maui and the Big Island, we wanted to reach out and provide important updates from our ARDA Team on the ground in Hawai'i.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Supports Lemonjuice Solutions’ Charity of Choice](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-supports-lemonjuice-solutions-charity-of-choice/) - Mobius VP consulting firm that developed, deployed CustomerCount has thrown its philanthropic efforts toward Lemonjuice to show its support for its client.
- [What It All Means: Massanutten Resort’s Rezoning Builds Upon Its Historical Success](https://resorttrades.com/what-it-all-means-massanutten-resorts-rezoning-builds-upon-its-historical-success/) - Rockingham County okayed Massanutten Resort's rezoning, unveiling 3 zones: Massanutten Station, Woodstone, and an Adult 55+ community, linked by amenities.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Completes $293 Million Term Securitization](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-completes-293-million-term-securitization/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces the completion of a $293 million securitization of both HGV and legacy Diamond vacation ownership loans through Hilton Grand Vacations Trust.
- [MVP—A Takacs Company—Becomes Parent Company of The MVP Service and Towb](https://resorttrades.com/mvp-a-takacs-company-becomes-parent-company-of-the-mvp-service-and-towb/) - Joseph Takacs Jr. consolidates under MVP—A Takacs Company, uniting TheMVPService, Towb, and TheMVPClub, enhancing timeshare support.
- [Tips on Creating Newsletters for Timeshare Owners](https://resorttrades.com/tips-on-creating-newsletters-for-timeshare-owners/) - Engage timeshare owners: Inform them of resort updates in your newsletter. Fostering connection cultivates genuine ownership and timely fee payments.
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Breaks Ground on Luxury Six-Bedroom Vacation Homes; Latest Expansion at Orange Lake Resort](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-six-bedroom-vacation-homes/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations breaks ground for an upscale expansion at The Residences, Orange Lake Resort, featuring six-bedroom homes..
- [Gordon Gurnik Appointed Chair-Elect of ARDA’s Board of Directors](https://resorttrades.com/gordon-gurnik-appointed-chair-elect-of-ardas-board-of-directors/) - During the ARDAventure VIP retreat, the Board of Directors selected Gordon Gurnik to serve as its chair-elect taking role immediately upon his election.
- [Property Valuation and Appraisal Considerations for Insurance Renewals](https://resorttrades.com/property-valuation-and-appraisal-considerations-for-insurance-renewals/) - Property insurance renewals, once routine, now vital. Appraisals by independent experts crucial for accurate asset valuation in today's landscape.
- [Meet Roberta, August’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-roberta-augusts-smov-survivor/) - Diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer, facing loss and telling my son. With his support, I endured chemo, surgery, and radiation while working full-time."
- [SPI Software Celebrates 45th Anniversary with Record Growth in Resort Clients](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-celebrates-45th-anniversary-with-record-growth-in-resort-clients/) - SPI Software is proud to announce its 45th anniversary in conjunction with its unprecedented client growth.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Reports Financial Results for Second Quarter 2023](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-reports-financial-results-for-second-quarter-2023/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation reported today its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2023.
- [Concord Servicing Acquires Arizona-Based Loan Servicer Equiant](https://resorttrades.com/concord-servicing-acquires-arizona-based-loan-servicer-equiant/) - Concord Servicing has acquired Equiant, an industry-leading loan servicer in the vacation ownership market. Based in Chandler, Arizona, the company’s $1.5 billion loan portfolio includes more than 175,000 individual consumer loans. Equiant offers software solutions and servicing expertise for loan account receivables, billing, collateral document management, backup servicing, securitizations, debt recovery and disaster recovery. As
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-reports-second-quarter-2023-results/) - Travel + Leisure, leading membership and leisure travel company, reported second quarter 2023 financial results for the three months ended June 30, 2023.
- [Colebrook Financial Provides More Funding for Disney Vacation Club Resales](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-provides-more-funding-for-disney-vacation-club-resales/) - Colebrook Financial boosts funding to Disney Vacation Club resales with $10M, doubling its VCL hypothecation loan, taking total relationship to $60M.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Appoints Jason Marino as CFO](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-appoints-jason-marino-as-cfo/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation announced Jason Marino has been named Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer effective September 30.
- [Inflation is Up, Unemployment is Down](https://resorttrades.com/inflation-is-up-unemployment-is-down/) - Inflation surged post-Pandemic, CPI rose to 9.1% in 2022, but eased to 4% by 2023. High employment adds wage pressure (Charts 1-3)."
- [David Callaghan joins SPI Software as Vice President](https://resorttrades.com/david-callaghan-joins-spi-software-as-vice-president/) - Meet David Callaghan, SPI Software's new VP of Sales! With 30+ years of hospitality experience, he'll lead global growth and innovation. 🌍🚀
- [ARDA LinkedIn News](https://resorttrades.com/arda-linkedin-news/) - Last Night's thrilling western night sponsored by First American Title. Encounter birds of prey, wild cats, and whiskey tasting at Broadmoor's Cheyenne Lodge.
- [ADG’s First RV Resort Waterpark Expansion Opens to the Public!](https://resorttrades.com/adgs-first-rv-resort-waterpark-expansion-opens-to-the-public/) - Introducing ADG's RV resort "Aquasis" at Duck Creek RV Resort, Muskegon, MI. Enjoy a waterpark expansion for on-site aquatic fun open to the PUBLIC!
- [Vacatia Wins Management Contract for Fantasy Island Resort](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-wins-management-contract-for-fantasy-island-resort/) - Vacatia, a leading provider of innovative, customer-centric solutions for timeshare resorts, has been awarded the management contract for Fantasy Island Resort.
- [Colebrook Financial Renews its Line of Credit to MVP, a Takacs Company (Formerly TOWB/MVP)](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-renews-its-line-of-credit-to-mvp-a-takacs-company-formerly-towb-mvp/) - Colebrook Financial renews the credit line for MVP, a Takacs Company, combining TheMVPService, TOWB, and TheMVPClub in one entity.
- [Vacatia Selected to Manage Endless Mountain Resort](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-selected-to-manage-endless-mountain-resort/) - Vacatia Inc., customer-centric solutions for timeshare resorts, has been awarded the management contract for Endless Mountain Resort in Union Dale, PA.
- [What Resorts Should Know Before Accepting Digital Payments](https://resorttrades.com/what-resorts-should-know-before-accepting-digital-payments/) - Boost Resorts with Digital Payments: Convenience, Security & Customer Satisfaction. Seamlessly transition to modern payments for success!"
- [Pick Your Plan](https://resorttrades.com/pick-your-plan/) - Older resorts with excess inventory and unpaid maintenance fees face financial challenges. Interim strategies discussed to buy time until finding new owners.
- [Introducing Sherry: July's Survivor on a Life-Changing Vacation Journey](https://resorttrades.com/introducing-sherry-julys-survivor-on-a-life-changing-vacation-journey/) - Join me, an oncology RN, on a transformative journey amidst breast cancer recovery. Inspire others by seeking positivity beyond medical procedures.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Names Raman Bukkapatnam its New Chief Information Officer on the Executive Leadership Team](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-names-raman-bukkapatnam-its-new-chief-information-officer-on-the-executive-leadership-team/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation welcomes Raman Bukkapatnam as new Chief Information Officer, leading global technology strategy and transformation.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Ranked A Best Company to Work For By U.S. News & World Report](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-ranked-a-best-company-to-work-for-by-u-s-news-world-report/) - Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE:TNL) announced that U.S. News & World Report has named the company among its inaugural 200 Best Companies to Work For. The list, an expansion of U.S. News’ Careers offerings, provides a look at the 200 best publicly traded companies across sectors and industries to help employees and job seekers make
- [Colebrook Financial Increases InnSeason’s Receivable Loan to $15 Million](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-increases-innseasons-receivable-loan-to-15-million/) - Colebrook Financial expands loan to $15 million for InnSeason Resorts, a prominent Northeast-focused brand in timeshare and vacation club industries.
- [Unpacking Timeshare And Vacation Club Sales Study From The Better Business Bureau: Mobius Vendor Partners](https://resorttrades.com/unpacking-timeshare-and-vacation-club-sales-study-from-the-better-business-bureau-mobius-vendor-partners/) - Bob Kobek, of MVP, and BBB Board member, reacts to the BBB study on timeshare & vacation club sales by Brian Edwards, BBB Investigations Specialist.
- [True or False: 9 public speaking myths debunked](https://resorttrades.com/true-or-false-9-public-speaking-myths-debunked/) - Demystifying public speaking myths: From fillers to body language, uncover the truth about leadership communication in this enlightening article.
- [Sometimes You Need a Dream Team](https://resorttrades.com/sometimes-you-need-a-dream-team/) - Resort Trades Publisher Sharon Scott Wilson, RRP, had the opportunity of interviewing GCI’s powerhouse troika: Annie Tumlin, David Lesky, and Corina Violette.
- [How to Recession-Proof Your Business](https://resorttrades.com/recession-proof-your-business/) - The world is teetering on the edge of a recession. “We are seeing evidence that the economy is slowing down,” said Anirban Basu CEO of Sage Policy Group.
- [ABM Debuts Its First-Ever Branded Integrated EV Charging Solution](https://resorttrades.com/abm-debuts-its-first-ever-branded-integrated-ev-charging-solution/) - ABM has announced its first-ever branded electric vehicle products, including ABM EV Charging Stations and ABM EV OS, a operating platform for chargers.
- [Bluegreen Completes $214.6 Million Securitization of Vacation Ownership Receivables](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-completes-214-6-million-securitization-of-vacation-ownership-receivables/) - Bluegreen announced the completion of a private offering and sale of approximately $214.6 million of vacation ownership interest receivable-backed notes.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Celebrates Christel House Mexico City 25 Years](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-celebrates-christel-house-mexico-city-25-years/) - Grand Pacific Resorts celebrates 25 years of Christel House Mexico City, a non-profit providing children in impoverished communities with an education.
- [Announcing VIP Memberships by KOALA](https://resorttrades.com/announcing-vip-memberships-by-koala/) - KOALA will now offer enhanced perks and elevated benefits such as a concierge rental service, verified profiles and advanced tech for its VIP member base.
- [Air Esscentials Partners with Sandals® Dunn’s River](https://resorttrades.com/air-esscentials-partners-with-sandals-dunns-river/) - Air Esscentials announced they have partnered with Sandals Dunn's Resort, to create a signature fragrance inspired by Jamaica’s white sand beaches and history.
- [Resorts Companies Inc./Massanutten Resort Promotes Executives and Prepares for Growth](https://resorttrades.com/resorts-companies-inc-massanutten-resort-promotes-executives-and-prepares-for-growth/) - The Resorts Companies Massanutten Resort Wilderness Presidential Resorts in Spotsylvania County , announced an evolution in its executive management structure.
- [SPI Software Honored at GENX Conference](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-honored-at-genx-conference/) - GNEX named Gordon McClendon, Vice President, SPI Software, Best Industry Leader, and Stephen Green, SPI's Director of Sales and Marketing, Best Newcomer.
- [SPI Software Selects Lou Wolfson as Sales Manager](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-selects-lou-wolfson-as-sales-manager/) - SPI Software has recently announced the selection of software technology veteran Lou Wolfson for the position of Sales Manager.
- [SPI Software Announces Partnership with New Florida Client](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-announces-partnership-with-new-florida-client/) - SPI Software has recently announced its partnership with Coconut Palms Beach Resort 1 and SuniSands BeachClub in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.
- [McClendon Named CEO of SPI Software](https://resorttrades.com/mcclendon-named-ceo-of-spi-software/) - SPI Software opened in 2022 by announcing that its respected employee of 22 years, Gordon McClendon, has been promoted to the top corporate position of CEO.
- [Gordon McClendon of SPI Software Featured Speaker at GNEX-CRTA Conference](https://resorttrades.com/gordon-mcclendon-of-spi-software-featured-speaker-at-gnex-crta-conference/) - Gordon McClendon, CEO of SPI Software will be a featured speaker at the upcoming GNEX-CRTA 2022 conference at the Hyatt Regency Toronto from September 19-21.
- [Trending Changes in Timeshare Technology](https://resorttrades.com/trending-changes-in-timeshare-technology/) - Advances in systems and app capabilities mean that guests have powerful new options when it comes to booking, paying for, and actually experiencing a resort.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Expands to Nashville](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-expands-to-nashville/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation is excited to announce its expansion into the Nashville, TN market with the acquisition of two properties.
- [Love/Hate Relationships with Timeshares](https://resorttrades.com/love-hate-relationships-with-timeshares/) - 60% of people recently surveyed had little to no knowledge of timeshares, yet 77% would not consider owning a timeshare. Why is that?
- [Backstreet Boys Rocked Moon Palace Cancun During Their First International 'Larger Than Life' Show](https://resorttrades.com/backstreet-boys-rocked-moon-palace-cancun-during-their-first-international-larger-than-life-show/) - Palace Resorts welcomed fans to the “Backstreet Boys: Larger Than Life” tour at the brand’s signature property, AAA Four Diamond, Moon Palace Cancun.
- [On-Track Suite at the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX by Hilton Grand Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/on-track-suite-at-the-formula-1-heineken-silver-las-vegas-grand-prix-by-hilton-grand-vacations/) - As an official event partner, Hilton Grand Vacations announces it will host a premier on-track hospitality suite for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX.
- [Valley Forge Fabrics To Launch Eight New Collections In Partnership With Porter Teleo](https://resorttrades.com/valley-forge-fabrics-to-launch-eight-new-collections-in-partnership-with-porter-teleo/) - Valley Forge Fabrics continues its partnership with Porter Teleo, the design studio founded by artists Kelly Porter and Bridgett Cochran with 8 new collections.
- [Unico 20º 87º Hotel Riviera Maya Joins Interval Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/unico-20o-87o-hotel-riviera-maya-joins-interval-resorts/) - Interval recently affiliated UNICO 20º 87º HOTEL RIVIERA MAYA, one of RCD Hotels’ luxury Mexico properties with ocean views and pristine white beaches.
- [Inspira Holding Continues to Support Sports](https://resorttrades.com/inspira-holding-continues-to-support-sports/) - Leading Closed User Group (CUG) travel supplier, Inspira Holding is committed to supporting the sports community through its innovative travel booking platform.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Sponsors Breckenridge Grand Vacations’ Heart Health Walk](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-sponsors-breckenridge-grand-vacations-heart-health-walk/) - Mobius VP, LLC, an online customer feedback system, has become a Big Heart Sponsor of Breckenridge Grand Vacations’ 8th Annual Rob Millisor Heart Health Walk.
- [More to Legacy Resort Solutions than Meets the Eye](https://resorttrades.com/more-to-legacy-resort-solutions-than-meets-the-eye/) - Joseph Takacs Jr., MVP Principal and Broker of TOWB/TheMVPService says they are tackling aspects of complicated repurposing, resale and refurbishing issues.
- [SEO for Timeshare Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/seo-for-timeshare-resorts/) - SEO or driving organic search traffic from Google can grow your resort’s revenue. The first step to getting your content to show up online is to use keywords.
- [ARDY Winners Share Their Stories](https://resorttrades.com/ardy-winners-share-their-stories/) - What do a housekeeper from Montana, an interior designer from Orlando, an HR professional from California, and two social media mavens all have in common?
- [SPI Software Sponsors AMDETUR 2023 Congress in Mexico City June 7-9](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-sponsors-amdetur-2023-congress/) - SPI Software has announced that the company will be sponsoring and attending AMDETUR 2023 Congress - Interconnecting Generations from June 7-9.
- [Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Now Accepting Reservations for Stays Starting August 15](https://resorttrades.com/margaritaville-hotel-san-diego-gaslamp-quarter-now-accepting-reservations-for-stays-starting-august-15/) - Reservations are now live for Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, the global lifestyle brand’s first city-center location on the West Coast.
- [Interval International Expands Network in Southeast Asia with The Addition of Vietnam’s Luxurious Alma Resort](https://resorttrades.com/interval-international-expands-network-in-southeast-asia-with-the-addition-of-vietnams-luxurious-alma-resort/) - Interval recently affiliated ALMA, a resort that is 30 hectares on Vietnam's Cam Ranh peninsula owned & operated by Paradise Bay Resort Company Limited.
- [Pinterest: The Ultimate Online Destination for Hospitality Companies to Thrive](https://resorttrades.com/pinterest-the-ultimate-online-destination-for-hospitality-companies-to-thrive/) - If you’re marketing anything in the travel & tourism space, it’s MUCH easier to connect with hot leads who are ready to book or buy on Pinterest than Facebook.
- [Interval International Expands Latin American Resort Network](https://resorttrades.com/interval-international-expands-latin-american-resort-network/) - Interval International welcomes Multivacaciones Decameron to its 27 hotels and resorts across Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Panama, El Salvador, Jamaica, and Mexico.
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Acquires Four Resorts in Mexico from Royal Resorts, Marks First International Expansion for the Company](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-4-resorts-mexico-international/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated announced it has acquired four scenic beachfront resorts located in Cancun, Playa del Carmen & the Riviera Maya, Mexico.
- [ResortCom International Purchases Buildings In Las Vegas and Expands to Guadalajara](https://resorttrades.com/resortcom-buildings-las-vegas-expands-guadalajara/) - ResortCom International has recently taken a significant step towards investing in its home community of Las Vegas by purchasing office buildings.
- [Inspira Holding Scales Game-Changing Travel Incentive Programs](https://resorttrades.com/inspira-holding-scales-game-changing-travel-incentive-programs/) - Leading Closed User Group travel supplier, Inspira Holding expands its innovative travel incentive programs for B2B partners and distribution channels.
- [Top Ways To Avoid Timeshare Resale Scams](https://resorttrades.com/top-ways-to-avoid-timeshare-resale-scams/) - The impediments to the growth of legitimate timeshare resales are the rogue companies that are operating timeshare resale scams with no intention of helping.
- [How Anchoring & Confirmation Biases Can Hurt Timeshare Owners](https://resorttrades.com/how-anchoring-confirmation-biases-can-hurt-timeshare-owners/) - Anyone in the industry has experienced a timeshare owner that is unrealistic about their timeshare’s worth. This can be self-inflicted to insulate themselves.
- [Colebrook Financial Announces Lender Education Seminar](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-announces-lender-education-seminar/) - Colebrook Financial Company, a leading lender to the timeshare and travel club industries, will hold a Lender Education Seminar on May 23 at the Inn.
- [New Pluie® Diaper Changing Tables Designed to Elevate Guest Experience](https://resorttrades.com/new-pluie-diaper-changing-tables-designed-to-elevate-guest-experience/) - The world’s first and only self-sanitizing diaper changing tables for public restrooms can now be found at club and resort locations across the country.
- [SPI Software Shares Its Success Stories](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-shares-its-success-stories/) - Timeshare resorts & companies serving them require specialized software . For over four decades, SPI Software has been recognized & respected as the leader.
- [Meet Madeline, May’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-madeline-mays-smov-survivor/) - I got the scary and unexpected, a cancer diagnosis. Stage 3 inflammatory breast cancer. Immediately I started sinking in desolation and drowning in fear.
- [Capital Vacations® Names Jerold L. Rexroad as CFO](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-names-jerold-l-rexroad-as-cfo/) - Capital Vacations LLC is pleased to announce the appointment of Jerold (Jerry) L. Rexroad as Chief Financial Officer, which became effective April 17, 2023.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Announces New Share Repurchase Plan](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-announces-new-share-repurchase-plan/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces approval of a 2-year plan authorizing the repurchase up to an aggregate of $500 million of its outstanding shares of stock.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Continues Podcast Series](https://resorttrades.com/crta-continues-podcast-series/) - CRTA, the trade association dedicated to furthering Vacation Ownership in Canada and throughout the world, has released its second podcast in a series.
- [Developing diversity, equity, and inclusion](https://resorttrades.com/developing-diversity-equity-and-inclusion/) - We noted in a recent article businesses around the nation are grappling with how to promote an environment of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
- [Design Trend Review 2023: Keeping your Resort Relevant](https://resorttrades.com/design-trend-review-2023-keeping-your-resort-relevant/) - Every trend in the design world coincides with larger movements in greater society and their shifts in values. From material and color palettes to furniture.
- [Viva Wyndham V Heavens Welcomes Guests of All Ages](https://resorttrades.com/viva-wyndham-v-heavens-welcomes-guests-of-all-ages/) - On May 4th, and due to increasing demand for an all-ages, all-inclusive resort, Viva Wyndham V Heavens is being reimagined as a resort for all ages
- [Sena Hospitality Wins Award from American Resort Development Association](https://resorttrades.com/sena-hospitality-wins-arda-award/) - Sena Hospitality Design has once again won an ARDY award from the ARDA with the interior design of The Estates at Summer Bay Orlando by Exploria Resorts.
- [Three Vacatia Associates Win Timeshare Industry Awards](https://resorttrades.com/three-vacatia-associates-win-timeshare-industry-awards/) - The ARDA has recognized three associates at Vacatia, a leading provider of innovative, customer-centric solutions, with ARDY Awards, its highest honor.
- [The Internet of Things (IoT) & Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/the-internet-of-things-iot-hospitality/) - I know AI is all the rage and dominating tech-focused conversations right now, but before companies start diving headfirst into AI, they should consider IoT.
- [Trinity Resort Services Guest Appearance on MVP's “Bobcast”](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-guest-appearance-on-mvps-bobcast/) - Trinity Resort Services was featured on MobiusVP’s “BobCast,” a series of podcasts featuring interviews covering a range of industries and service providers.
- [Travel + Leisure Wins Award For Corporate Inclusion And Diversity](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-award-inclusion-and-diversity/) - At ARDA Timeshare Together conference, Travel + Leisure was honored with 19 awards, including the prestigious ARDA ACE Award for Diversity & Inclusion.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Acquires Branson Cedars Resort](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-acquires-branson-cedars-resort/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation announced that Bluegreen/Big Cedar Vacations LLC, has acquired Branson Cedars Resort located in Ridgedale, Missouri.
- [Groupe GM relaunches its’ luxurious amenity line](https://resorttrades.com/groupe-gm-relaunches-its-luxurious-amenity-line/) - The international leader in the amenity industry, Groupe GM has relaunched its’ luxurious amenity line in partnership with Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle.
- [Mark Wahlberg And Pro Golfer Abraham Ancer Go For Laughs, Not Par, In New Video “Golf Etiquette” From Vidanta And Flecha Azul](https://resorttrades.com/mark-wahlberg-and-pro-golfer-abraham-ancer-go-for-laughs-not-par-in-new-video-golf-etiquette-from-vidanta-and-flecha-azul/) - Ahead of the Mexico Open, which will take place at Vidanta Nuevo Vallarta, the brand released an entertaining video featuring Mark Wahlberg and Abraham Ancer.
- [Seven Vacatia Associates Named as ARDA Awards Finalists](https://resorttrades.com/seven-vacatia-associates-named-as-arda-awards-finalists/) - Vacatia has announced that seven of its associates have been named as 2023 awards finalists by the ARDA , which serves the timeshare industry.
- [Interval International’s Technology Project Team Wins 2023 ARDA Award](https://resorttrades.com/interval-internationals-technology-project-team-wins-2023-arda-award/) - Interval International was honored with the prestigious 2023 ARDA Award in the category of Technology Team: Non-Developer by the ARDA.
- [ONE Announces New CEO Appointment of Lani Kane-Hanan; Co Founder and CEO John Rowley Transitions to Executive Chairman](https://resorttrades.com/one-new-ceo-lani-kane-hanan-john-rowley-executive-chairman/) - Open Network Exchange, leader in digital business solutions in travel, hospitality and financial, announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer.
- [FNTC Announces Acquisition of PCS Holdings and Affiliation with Eck, Collins & Richardson, PL](https://resorttrades.com/fntc-announces-acquisition-of-pcs-holdings-and-affiliation-with-eck-collins-richardson-pl/) - First National Trustee Company announces the acquisition of PCS Holdings, LLC (PCS), the title agency affiliated with Eck, Collins & Richardson, PL (ECR).
- [<strong>Valley Forge Fabrics Leads </strong>DEI<strong> in The Luxury Hospitality Industry </strong>](https://resorttrades.com/valley-forge-fabrics-leads-dei-in-the-luxury-hospitality-industry/) - Valley Forge Fabrics, supplier of custom textile performance products and services hospitality industry, is proud to be a leader among in DEI efforts.
- [Vacation Innovations Returns as Signature Sponsor of the 2023 ARDA Spring Conference](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-returns-as-signature-sponsor-of-the-2023-arda-spring-conference/) - Vacation Innovations announced its Signature Sponsorship of the 2023 ARDA Timeshare Together Conference, to be held in Orlando, Fla., from April 16-19, 2023.
- [Vacatia to Manage Three Sanibel Island Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-to-manage-three-sanibel-island-resorts/) - Vacatia has assumed management of three resorts on Sanibel Island: Shell Island Beach Club, Sanibel Beach Club II, and Lighthouse Resort & Club.
- [Vacation Innovations Wins Best Technology, Multiple Awards at the 2023 GNEX Conference](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-wins-best-technology-multiple-awards-at-the-2023-gnex-conference/) - Vacation Innovations announced it was awarded the 2023 GNEX Vacation Industry Awards for Best Technology, Best Industry Leader, and Best Marketing Professional.
- [WTTC unveils world-first global Travel & Tourism’s water footprint](https://resorttrades.com/wttc-unveils-world-first-global-travel-tourisms-water-footprint/) - The World Travel & Tourism Council and the Saudi-based Sustainable Tourism Global Center have unveiled data detailing the total water usage of Travel & Tourism.
- [The Surprising Millennial Travel Trend That Boomers Started](https://resorttrades.com/the-surprising-millennial-travel-trend-that-boomers-started/) - It is a shock to learn that timesharing is booming. And it’s millennials driving with multi-billion dollars in annual sales, and ushering in an era of travel.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Opens Ocean Tower by Hilton Grand Vacations Club](https://resorttrades.com/ilton-grand-vacations-opens-ocean-tower-by-hilton-grand-vacations-club/) - Hilton Grand Vacations opened the first phase of the Ocean Tower by Hilton Grand Vacations Club on Thursday, a redeveloped hotel tower at the Hilton Waikoloa Village on Hawaii’s Big Island. The Ocean Tower, the fourth time-share property in Waikoloa Resort for Hilton Grand Vacations (NYSE: HGV), is a multi-phase project that is converting the
- [Meet Beth, April’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-beth-aprils-smov-survivor/) - Hello, my name is Beth. I am a breast cancer survivor and advocate for those who face medical challenges after fighting breast cancer.
- [Travelport Secures $200 Million Investment to Further Propel Tech Innovation](https://resorttrades.com/travelport-secures-investment-tech-innovation/) - Travelport today announced a $200 million investment from the company’s owners, Siris Capital Group and Elliott Management.
- [WorldMark by Wyndham Digs into Urban Permaculture Movement with ‘Planting Seeds’ Pilot in Portland](https://resorttrades.com/worldmark-by-wyndham-digs-into-urban-permaculture-movement-with-planting-seeds-pilot-in-portland/) - WorldMark by Wyndham launches Planting Seeds, a program that allows guests staying at WorldMark Portland Waterfront Park to the concept of urban permaculture.
- [Is Your Florida HOA Prepared?](https://resorttrades.com/is-your-florida-hoa-prepared/) - Interested in Florida’s New Condo Safety Law, also known as SB4D? If so, join us in the upcoming webinar on April 11 with guest Scott MacGregor of Lemonjuice.
- [RezExpert Ai Don't Miss Out on the Future of Tourism innovation](https://resorttrades.com/rezexpert-ai-dont-miss-out-on-the-future-of-tourism-innovation/) - Webinar Starts April 12th - Learn How to Use Ai to Your Advantage & Get ahead of your competition before they get ahead of you. Much more than CHATBOTS!
- [Twist, Turns, and Staying Ahead of The Curve](https://resorttrades.com/florida-building-safety-law/) - The shock of the tragedy prompted a response from lawmakers. The new law took effect in May of 2022 and updated the standards and timelines for adherence.
- [Who treats you like Royalty? The Concierge](https://resorttrades.com/concierge-treats-you-like-royalty/) - No other resort employee is more focused on customer relations and satisfaction than your concierge. The concierge tends to the wants, desires, and whims .
- [Trinity Resort Services Training and Development Professional is “Short Listed” for ARDA Award](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-training-and-development-professional-is-short-listed-for-arda-award/) - Trinity Resort Services announces that Larica Gonzales has been named as a finalist in the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) annual award program.
- [Club Wyndham South Pacific Teams Up With Britz To Fuel Member Road Trip Experiences](https://resorttrades.com/club-wyndham-south-pacific-teams-up-with-britz-to-fuel-member-road-trip-experiences/) - Members of Club Wyndham South Pacific, now can use their timeshare to take a road trip adventure through a partnership with motorhome company Britz.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corporation Introduces $0.35 Dividends for Investors](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-corporation-introduces-0-35-dividends-for-investors/) - Marriot Vacations Worldwide Corporation (NYSE:VAC) is expected to pay $0.35 on Jun 8, 2017. The indicated annual dividend is $1.40.
- [William Mitchell/General Manager, Atrium Resorts by VSA Resorts Selected as Winner of CustomerCount®  Customer Engagement Professional Resort Trades Award](https://resorttrades.com/william-mitchell-general-manager-atrium-resorts-by-vsa-resorts-selected-as-winner-of-customercount-customer-engagement-professional-resort-trades-award/) - The recipient of the 4th annual CustomerCount Customer Engagement Professional Resort Trades Award is William Mitchell GM, Atrium Resort by VSA Resorts.
- [CustomerCount® Presents Exclusive Webinar to Find Out :  What are Your Customers Saying To You?](https://resorttrades.com/webinar-to-find-out-what-are-your-customers-saying-to-you/) - CustomerCount®, the online customer feedback management system, has teamed with Montreal based-Keatext, to incorporate the option of text analytics into its popular system.
- [Volunteer for The 6th Annual Rob Millisor Heart Health Walk to Raise Money for the Heart of Our Community!](https://resorttrades.com/volunteer-for-the-6th-annual-rob-millisor-heart-health-walk-to-raise-money-for-the-heart-of-our-community/) - BGV Gives is organizing The 6th Annual Rob Millisor Heart Health Walk and is looking for volunteers. The event will take place on September 25 at Carter Park.
- [Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace Opens After Renovations](https://resorttrades.com/viva-wyndham-dominicus-palace-opens-after-renovations/) - Viva Wyndham Resorts announced that after extensive renovations, the reopening of Viva Wyndham Dominicus Palace will take place on October 1, 2021.
- [Viva Wyndham Announces Reopening of Viva Wyndham Azteca After Millions Spent On Renovations](https://resorttrades.com/viva-wyndham-announces-reopening-of-viva-wyndham-azteca-after-millions-spent-on-renovations/) - Viva Wyndham Resorts announced that after extensive renovations totaling more than $6 million, Viva Wyndham Azteca will reopen its doors to guests.
- [VIVA Wyndham Announces Reopening of More Than 40 Off-Property Excursions](https://resorttrades.com/viva-wyndham-announces-reopening-of-more-than-40-off-property-excursions/) - Viva Wyndham Resorts announced a summer escape BOGO promotion at Viva Wyndham Maya offering 75% off for the second adult guest and 50 percent off for kids.
- [Veta Dimmick, Senior Manager, Member Services, Exploria Resorts:  CEP Finalist](https://resorttrades.com/veta-dimmick-senior-manager-member-services-exploria-resorts-cep-finalist/) - The 4th annual CustomerCount Customer Engagement Professional Resort Trades Award was hard for the expert panel of judges who reviewed the nominations.
- [Vacation Planning With Flexible Travel Options, Onsite COVID Testing](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-planning-with-flexible-travel-options-onsite-covid-testing/) - Viva Wyndham Resorts announces guests can enjoy peace of mind benefits, including safety protocols, flexible travel options, and onsite COVID-19 testing.
- [Vacation Ownership Pros Discuss Improving Customer Satisfaction Rates & Promoting Owner Engagement](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-ownership-pros-discuss-improving-customer-satisfaction-rates-promoting-owner-engagement/) - On August 13, Resort Trades magazine is hosting an interactive town hall to assist timeshare (vacation ownership) resort operators succeed in maintaining communications with owners/members during these difficult times.
- [Vacation Ownership Company Changing the Business Through Innovation](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-ownership-company-changing-the-business-through-innovation/) - Resort Trades are proud to present a free, online event, “The Business of Innovation with Bryan Rand,” on May 13, 2021, beginning at 1:00 p.m.
- [What is Vacation Exchange?](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-exchange-by-timeshares-only/) - People who own timeshares can trade their weeks or points on popular platforms. Some vacation ownership brands even have their own internal exchange options.
- [Timeshare Resort Professionals Connecting with Owners/Members During COVID...](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-resort-professionals-connecting-with-owners-members-during-covid/) - On Thursday, August 13, 2020, Resort Trades magazine presents, “New Rules for Owner Communications,” with speakers Lisa Kobek and Sean Coogan.
- [“Short List” Announced for 4th Annual](https://resorttrades.com/short-list-announced-for-4th-annual/) - It’s awards season! The Golden Globes! Oscars! Grammys! And the 4th annual CustomerCount Customer Engagement Professional (CEP) Resort Trades Award (CEP).
- [Sending Video Direct Messages for Client Engagement](https://resorttrades.com/sending-video-direct-messages-for-client-engagement-2/) - We’ll look at a LinkedIn video Direct Messages, or DM for short. To show you what they look like, see the image below of the one I received from Larry Kaul.
- [Resort Trades to Hold Telephone Town Hall](https://resorttrades.com/resort-trades-to-hold-telephone-town-hall/) - Focusing on Resort Resilience, the free event will feature key industry leaders addressing issues facing resorts today.
- [Perfect Ingredients Combine to Make VO-Con 2017 Super Successful](https://resorttrades.com/perfect-ingredients-combine-to-make-vo-con-2017-super-successful/) - The Canadian Vacation Ownership Association (CVOA) annual conference, VO-Con 2017, served up a perfect blend of education, networking, inspiration and business opportunities at the event held at the Whistler Four Seasons Resort & Residences. Featured keynote speaker, Vikram Vij, celebrity chef, restaurateur, cookbook author and television personality shared his inspirational story at the event’s luncheon high atop the Blackcomb Mountain
- [New Era in Resort Security](https://resorttrades.com/new-era-in-resort-security/) - Resort Trades spoke with experts in resort security to get their input on potential agenda items, as well as advice for resort operators. Here's what they said.
- [Live Online Event with Jason Gamel, ARDA President & CEO](https://resorttrades.com/live-online-event-with-jason-gamel-arda-president-ceo/) - Free Live Webinar - January 29, 2021 - 1:00 pm ET The American Resort Development Association (ARDA) is the ONLY voice timeshare resort professionals have in Washington. In most cases, ARDA and ARDA-ROC are vacation ownership resorts’ strongest advocate locally. If you are involved in timeshare marketing, sales, or support, plan on attending a live, online interview
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Brand Completes Renovations To More Than 1,000 Rooms At Eight Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-brand-completes-renovations-to-more-than-1000-rooms-at-eight-resorts/) - Orange Lake Resorts, home to the Holiday Inn Club Vacations brand, redesign &remodeling to more than 3,100 rooms as part of its five-year renovations schedule..
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Brand Builds New $30 Million Headquarters To Set Stage For Planned Growth](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-brand-builds-new-30-million-headquarters-to-set-stage-for-planned-growth/) - Orange Lake Resorts, home to the Holiday Inn Club Vacations brand, broke ground on a 125,000 square foot facility to expand its corporate headquarters campus.
- [2nd year: Hilton Grand Vacations Named Newsweek “Most Loved Workplace”](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-newsweek-most-loved-workplace-2/) - HGV was named on Newsweek’s “Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces” list for creating a positive, inclusive and supportive workplace for team members.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations appoints Charles Corbin  as chief development officer](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-appoints-charles-corbin-as-chief-development-officer-2/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces Charles Corbin, executive vp and chief legal officer, has been appointed chief development officer in to his current position.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts' Continues Along the California Coast](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-continues-along-the-california-coast/) - Grand Pacific Resorts will lend its three decades of timeshare management expertise to Mandalay Shores Resort furthering its footprint in Southern California.
- [Engaging Prospects in a Conversation](https://resorttrades.com/engaging-prospects-in-conversation/) - We’re going to look at a feature LinkedIn recently added that will help you stay in touch and engage with to convert into new customers, partners, or referrals.
- [CVOA Announces VO-Con 2017 Agenda](https://resorttrades.com/cvoa-announces-vo-con-2017-agenda/) - VO-Con 2017, the annual Canadian Vacation Ownership Association’s (CVOA) vacation ownership conference, kicks off September 12 with a robust agenda of unique networking functions, stimulating industry education sessions and unusual key note speakers. Day One (September 12) is devoted to the CVOA Board of Directors meeting and the Annual General Meeting open to all
- [CustomerCount’s Worldwide Research Analytics Program (WRAP) Connects Strategies and Profitability](https://resorttrades.com/customercount-wrap-timeshare-expertise-group/) - Worldwide Research Analytics Programis a detailed qualitative analysis program combining touchpoint sentiment &accuracy with industry expertise & insights.
- [CustomerCount® Text Analytics Reports Impact Customer Experience](https://resorttrades.com/customercount-text-analytics-reports-impact-customer-experience/) - In recent case study BGV gained valuable visibility across unstructured channels, simplified internal communication and boosted customer happiness.
- [CustomerCount® President Bob Kobek scheduled to moderate Keatext/EVC Marketing Webinar](https://resorttrades.com/customercount-president-bob-kobek-scheduled-to-moderate-keatext-evc-marketing-webinar/) - CustomerCount, leader in online Customer Feedback Management has partnered with Keatext & EVC Marketing to deliver a 30-minute Webinar on Reputation Management.
- [Colebrook Financial Increases Flagship Resort’s Loan to $20 Million](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-increases-flagship-resorts-loan/) - Colebrook Financial Company has extended and increased its hypothecation loan to Flagship Resort Development Corp. to $20 million.
- [Colebrook Financial Grants Loan for Pollard Brook HOA](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-grants-loan-for-pollard-brook-hoa/) - Colebrook Financial closed a receivable financing facility and is now following that up with a capital improvement loan for one of its owners’ associations.
- [4 Culture Attributes a PMS Technology Company Must Possess to Help Ensure Your Property’s Success](https://resorttrades.com/4-culture-attributes-a-pms-technology-company-must-possess-to-help-ensure-your-propertys-success/) - One thing hotel technology partners must be mindful of is the increasing complexity of software used throughout the industry.
- [$185,000 Raised at Annual Heart Health Walk in June](https://resorttrades.com/185000-raised-at-annual-heart-health-walk-in-june/) - More than 500 walked, ran, and enjoyed live entertainment and healthy food during The 7th Annual Rob Millisor Heart Health Walk at Carter Park in Breckenridge.
- [Wyndham Destinations Introduces New Panorama Brand To Drive Growth Of Its Vacation Membership And Travel Technology Businesses](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-destinations-introduces-new-panorama-brand-to-drive-growth-of-its-vacation-membership-and-travel-technology-businesses/) - Wyndham Destinations announced the creation of Panorama, a new business line to manage the company's exchange, membership, and travel technology brands.
- [Panorama Signs with NAR To Provide Custom Travel Club Services for Its Members](https://resorttrades.com/panorama-signs-with-nar-to-provide-custom-travel-club-services-for-its-members/) - Panorama Travel Solutions announced a new agreement with the NAR to provide travel club services to the organizations’ 1.4 million members.
- [Michael Brown Steps It Up at ARDA and Travel + Leisure Co.](https://resorttrades.com/michael-brown-arda-travel-leisure/) - Resort Trades recently caught up with him (we had to move fast) to hear his thoughts on the industry, the pandemic, his life, and the future of travel.
- [CustomerCount and Resort Trades Announce  First Customer Engagement Professional Award Winner](https://resorttrades.com/customercount-and-resort-trades-announce-first-customer-engagement-professional-award-winner/) - CustomerCountTM and Resort Trades have announced the first recipient of the Customer Engagement Professional (CEP) Award.
- [Colebrook Increases Loan to Festiva Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-increases-loan-to-festiva-resorts/) - Colebrook Financial extended a loan to Festiva. Money for renovations at Festiva Orlando Resort, a portion for re-purposing timeshare to apartments.
- [Colebrook Financial Provides $10 million Fixed Rate Receivables Loan to GEDC](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-provides-10-million-fixed-rate-receivables-loan-to-gedc/) - Colebrook Financial, lender to the timeshare and travel club industries, announced that it has provided an additional $10 million in financing to GEDC.
- [Colebrook Financial Announces Line of Credit for StaySaver Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-announces-line-of-credit-for-staysaver-vacations/) - Colebrook Financial has provided a $5 million LOC for travel club receivables to StaySaver Vacations who offer members affordable and flexible travel.
- [Colebrook Financial Finances Vacatia’s Acquisition of Liberte Management, LLC](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-finances-vacatia-liberte-management/) - Colebrook Financial , a leading lender to the timeshare and travel club industries has provided financing to Vacatia to acquire Liberté Management Company.
- [Azure Resorts appoints New club manager](https://resorttrades.com/azure-resorts-appoints-new-club-manager/) - Following discussions with the liquidators of both Azure Resorts Limited and Azure XP Limited and with the directors of Golden Sands Resorts Limited (the owner of the resort) and what was felt to be in the best interests of all clubs’ members, First National Trustee Company (UK) Limited (FNTC) was requested to establish a new company to act as manager of the clubs on behalf of all clubs’ members.
- [AHLA and Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Partner to Advance Sustainability Efforts in the Hospitality Industry](https://resorttrades.com/ahla-and-sustainable-hospitality-alliance-partner-to-advance-sustainability-efforts-in-the-hospitality-industry/) - AHLA and the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance partner between the two organizations to drive advanced ESG efforts within the hotel and hospitality industry.
- [ADG Design/Builds America’s Only New Waterpark To Open In 2020](https://resorttrades.com/adg-design-builds-americas-only-new-waterpark-to-open-in-2020/) - America’s ONLY new waterpark to open Soaky Mountain Waterpark is a 50-acre outdoor waterpark designed and built by Aquatic Development Group.
- [Timeshare Industry in U.S. Sees Eighth Straight Year of Growth](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-industry-in-u-s-sees-eighth-straight-year-of-growth/) - The U.S. timeshare industry witnessed its eighth year of growth, according to the State of the Vacation Timeshare Industry: United States Study 2018 Edition.
- [True Incentive Promotes Ilene Youngblood to Director of Sales Operations](https://resorttrades.com/true-incentive-promotes-ilene-youngblood-to-director-of-sales-operations-2/) - True Incentive has named Ilene Youngblood to the position of Director of Sales Operations. Ilene was previously National Account Executive.
- [Pueblo Bonito Vantage San Miguel de Allende To Open In Late 2023](https://resorttrades.com/pueblo-bonito-vantage-san-miguel-de-allende-to-open-in-late-2023/) - Pueblo Bonito Golf and Spa Resorts will unveil its new luxury brand with the opening of Pueblo Bonito Vantage San Miguel de Allende, slated for mid-November.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Wins Best Company Awards at GNEX](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-wins-best-company/) - Resort management company Grand Pacific Resorts won Best Management Company and Best Overall Company at the 13th annual GNEX Vacation Industry Awards.
- [Lakehouse Resort Appoints Michael Savastano as General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/lakehouse-resort-appoints-michael-savastano-as-general-manager/) - Lakehouse Resort is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Savastano as General Manager. Savastano will oversee all facets of the property.
- [Vacatia Wins Coral Shores Management Contract Resort Owners Gain Access to Expanded Benefits](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-wins-coral-shores-management-contract-resort-owners-gain-access-to-expanded-benefits/) - Vacatia to manage Coral Shores Resort. The resort chose Vacatia for its fresh solutions for legacy resorts, including attracting new timeshare owners.
- [8 Ways To Increase Your Video Views On A Zero Dollar Budget](https://resorttrades.com/8-ways-to-increase-your-video-views/) - No one to put all of their resources into creating a video that only gets 5 views. Luckily, here are some easy and cost-effective ways to increase views.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners Receives Vacation Industry Award for Corporate Responsibility](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-receives-vacation-industry-award/) - Mobius VP, developer and manager of CustomerCount, an online customer feedback system, has received the GNEX 2023 Award for Corporate Social Responsibility.
- [Trinity Resort Services Delivers Peace of Mind with Koios Analytics](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-delivers-peace-of-mind-with-koios-analytics/) - Trinity Resort Services has unveiled its new proprietary Business Intelligence (BI) System. Dubbed Koios Analytics after Koios, the Greek God of Intellect.
- [ARDA Names Sydni Takacs as Finalist in Awards Competition](https://resorttrades.com/arda-names-sydni-takacs-as-finalist-in-awards-competition/) - Sydni Takacs is a finalist in the Owner/Customer Relations Manager Category of the ARDA. She is one of 5 top contenders for the highly coveted award.
- [Meet These Happy Winners of ARDA’s 2022 Awards Program](https://resorttrades.com/winners-arda-2022-awards/) - Winning an ARDA award can have a huge positive impact on the career of a timeshare professional due to the respect and recognition the awards imply.
- [LOC USA excels at hospitality, like you](https://resorttrades.com/loc-usa-excels-at-hospitality-like-you/) - LOC USA is the leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of equipment for hospitality. Providing superior products, our mission sets us apart from the competition.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Partners with American Red Cross to Kick Off “Early Giving Day” Campaign in Support of Disaster Relief](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-partners-american-red-cross/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces it is partnering with the American Red Cross to kick off “Early Giving Day,” its second annual fundraising campaign.
- [Meyer Jabara Hotels Outperforming Businesses Inside & Outside Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/meyer-jabara-hotels-hospitality/) - President Justin Jabara reported to representatives of the company’s 31 owned and managed hotels that the company is coming off a record-setting year.
- [SPI Software Named Best Business Product at GNEX-2023 Conference](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-named-best-business-product-at-gnex-2023-conference/) - Gordon McClendon, CEO of SPI Software recently accepted the award for Best Business Product - SPI Management Software - at the GNEX-2023 conference.
- [Resorts Not Investing In Social Media Are Losing $$$](https://resorttrades.com/resorts-not-investing-in-social-media-are-losing/) - If you are at Level Three, then congrats to you - your IT, marketing, operations, accounting and sales teams are all working together to drive some great OKRs.
- [Social media and timeshare …a cautionary tale](https://resorttrades.com/social-media-and-timeshare-a-cautionary-tale/) - There’s no question we’re living in uncertain and challenging times. The after-effects of Covid-19 have yet to be felt by the resort timesharing industry.
- [Meet Marci, March’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-marci-marchs-smov-survivor/) - I was diagnosed in 2018 with stage 3 breast cancer. When I was 40, I found out I was BRCA negative, er/pr positive and her 2 negative.
- [<a href="https://event.webinarjam.com/register/301/ko26qbmr">Tips to Increase Your Video Views</a>](https://resorttrades.com/tips-to-increase-your-video-views/) - The Resort Trades Learning Center is pleased to announce it is hosting an exclusive, one-time-only webinar on March 10, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. ET with Elin Barton.
- [TradeWinds Island Resorts Donates $21,000 to Hurricane Ian Relief](https://resorttrades.com/tradewinds-island-resorts-donates-21000-to-hurricane-ian-relief/) - TradeWinds Island Resorts donated $21,000 to the Florida Disaster Relief Fund, a result of the “Shore to Shore” program supporting communities impacted by Ian.
- [SellMyTimeshareNow.com Reaches $5.25 Billion in Lifetime Recorded Offers, Continues Record Interest Levels in 2022](https://resorttrades.com/sellmytimesharenow-com-reaches-5-25-billion-in-lifetime-recorded-offers-continues-record-interest-levels-in-2022/) - SellMyTimeshareNow.com continues to grow strength of its timeshare resale and rental platform, which exceeds pre-2020 levels for the second consecutive year.
- [RV Expo Rolling Into Perry, Georgia](https://resorttrades.com/rv-expo-rolling-into-perry-georgia/) - FMCA, an international organization for RV owners, will host its 106th International Convention and RV Expo at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter March 15-18, 2023.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Breaks Ground for Mill Springs Lodge](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-breaks-ground-for-mill-springs-lodge/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation, a vacation ownership company, recently broke ground for the construction of its Mill Springs Lodge in Tennessee.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Results](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-reports-fourth-quarter-and-full-year-2022-results/) - Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV” or “the Company”) today reports its fourth quarter and full year 2022 results.
- [Architectural Concepts, Inc. Announces Approval of Holiday Inn Club Vacations Preview Center—Myrtle Beach](https://resorttrades.com/aci-hicv-preview-center/) - Architectural Concepts announced the City of Myrtle Beach CAB approved plans for the exterior design and site layout for the HICV Preview Center.
- [How Instagram Story Can Tell Your Resort’s Story](https://resorttrades.com/how-instagram-story-can-tell-your-resorts-story/) - Instagram stories is the leading trend to inviting an open conversation between you and your followers and is a great way to generate interest in your resort.
- [Ragatz Associates Announces Dramatic Growth of Fractional Resort Real Estate](https://resorttrades.com/ragatz-associates-announces-dramatic-growth-of-fractional-resort-real-estate/) - Ragatz Associates, the expert in fractional interests & private residence clubs, has announced positive findings, significant growth in the past two years.
- [2 Tests to Determine your Social Media Culture: Is it PROACTIVE or REACTIVE?](https://resorttrades.com/2-tests-to-determine-your-social-media-culture-is-it-proactive-or-reactive/) - As the effects of Social Media continue to grow, every Club should take a step back and evaluate their current Social Media presence and the direction.
- [The MVPService/TOWB Promotes Sydni Takacs to VP](https://resorttrades.com/the-mvpservice-towb-promotes-sydni-takacs-to-vp/) - Sydni Takacs has been promoted to Vice President/Customer Relations and Communication. Previously she held the position of Customer Relations Manager.
- [Leisure industry faces huge gender imbalance, latest report finds](https://resorttrades.com/leisure-industry-faces-huge-gender-imbalance-latest-report-finds/) - Research into Publicly listed companies has revealed the leisure industry is facing a major diversity disparity, with only 7% of the top spots held by women.
- [Capital Vacations® Names New Chief Accounting Officer](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-names-new-chief-accounting-officer/) - Capital Vacations the nation’s leading independent resort management company, recently announced the appointment of Blake MacKeen as Chief Accounting Officer.
- [Hiring a Design Team to Lead your Build - Recognizing Excellence](https://resorttrades.com/hiring-a-design-team-to-lead-your-build-recognizing-excellence/) - The next construction or renovation project demands a team with the leadership skills & experience to guide you through a multi-phase, multi-discipline process.
- [Are You a Great Manager?](https://resorttrades.com/are-you-a-great-manager/) - Management skills are more important than ever. Businesses need to take steps to retain & attract . Dealing effectively with employees can do just that.
- [Scottsdale Camelback Resort Wins the RCI Gold Crown Based on Feedback](https://resorttrades.com/scottsdale-camelback-resort-wins-the-rci-gold-crown-based-on-feedback/) - Scottsdale Camelback Resort today announced it has earned the prestigious RCI Gold Crown Resort designation by RCI, apremier vacation exchange company.
- [How Machine Learning Is Changing The Hospitality Industry](https://resorttrades.com/how-machine-learning-is-changing-the-hospitality-industry/) - Machine learning AI is changing the way many businesses operate. The tech allows a dive into the data, and when you do that real improvements happen.
- [Grand Incentives Celebrates 18 Years of Service](https://resorttrades.com/grand-incentives-celebrates-18-years-of-service/) - Grand Incentives a travel incentive company, celebrates the 18th anniversary of its founding by thanking its many long-time employees for their contributions.
- [Nomadix Appoints Wireless Technology Sales Leader Carl Jefferys to Asia Pacific Region](https://resorttrades.com/nomadix-appoints-wireless-technology-sales-leader-carl-jefferys-to-asia-pacific-region/) - Nomadix® Inc​., a technology leader in hospitality and multi-tenant industries, today announced Carl Jefferys as Director of Partner Sales, APAC.
- [Hospitality Experiences Drive Significant Growth for UrVenue](https://resorttrades.com/hospitality-experiences-drive-significant-growth-for-urvenue/) - UrVenue increased its revenue by 55% and doubled its number of headquarter associates by hiring sales, client support and professional services departments.
- [The Vollrath Company Restructures International Business Under New Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/the-vollrath-company-restructures-international-business-under-new-leadership/) - The Vollrath Company announces the creation of a global product portfolio under the Vollrath International, containing the best products. European offerings.
- [TradeWinds Island Resorts Names New Vice President of Sales & Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/tradewinds-island-resorts-names-new-vice-president-of-sales-marketing/) - The TradeWinds Island Resorts located along acres of sugary white beaches on the island of St. Pete Beach has announced Rob Ferguson as VP of Sales & Marketing.
- [Valley Forge Fabrics New Collection In Honor Of Florence Broadhurst](https://resorttrades.com/valley-forge-fabrics-new-collection-in-honor-of-florence-broadhurst/) - Valley Forge Fabrics announced a new collection inspired by Florence Broadhurst – regarded as an unparalleled and unique force in the world of modern design.
- [Inspira Holding, nominated for Best Product Development and Best Technology at GNEX 2023 Awards](https://resorttrades.com/inspira-holding-nominated-for-best-product-development-and-best-technology-at-gnex-2023-awards/) - Inspira Holding nominated for Best Product Development & Best Technology at the GNEX Awards, which will be held at the Vacation Industry Networking Conference.
- [Viewpoint Mobile Maintenance Module: Streamlines Operations and Enhances Service](https://resorttrades.com/viewpoint-mobile-maintenance-module-streamlines-operations-and-enhances-service/) - Panorama Travel Solutions is proud to announce the launch of its comprehensive Mobile Maintenance Module for timeshare resorts.
- [Gordon McClendon of SPI Software Featured Speaker at GNEX Conference](https://resorttrades.com/gordon-mcclendon-of-spi-software-featured-speaker-at-gnex-conference/) - Gordon McClendon, CEO of SPI Software, will be a featured speaker at the upcoming GNEX-2023 conference at the Hotel del Coronado from March 5-7.
- [Mobius Vendor Partners President Bob Kobek Elected to Board of Directors for Better Business Bureau Serving Central Indiana](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vendor-partners-president-bob-kobek-elected-to-board-of-directors-for-better-business-bureau-serving-central-indiana/) - Bob Kobek, President of Indianapolis-based Mobius Vendor Partners, has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors of the BBB® Serving Central Indiana.
- [Acqualina Resort Unveils Refreshed Luxury Enhancements Elevating the Resort Experience](https://resorttrades.com/acqualina-resort-unveils-refreshed-luxury-enhancements-elevating-the-resort-experience/) - Acqualina Resort & Residences recognized for providing great living & lifestyle experiences, unveils a refresh of the Mediterranean villa-style resort.
- [From Empties to Art: Sustainability in Action At Pueblo Bonito Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/from-empties-to-art-sustainability-in-action-at-pueblo-bonito-resorts/) - In a feel-good story even Cupid would love, innovative practices at Pueblo Bonito Resorts have resulted in the creation of beautiful, hand-blown glass hearts.
- [Club Wyndham Donates Land in Pagosa Springs to Habitat for Humanity](https://resorttrades.com/club-wyndham-donates-land-in-pagosa-springs-to-habitat-for-humanity/) - Club Wyndham, nation’s largest vacation club and vacation ownership brand as part of Travel + Leisure, announced the donation of land to Habitat for Humanity.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-recognized-by-fortune-magazine-as-one-of-the-worlds-most-admired-companies-in-2023/) - Travel + Leisure, the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, today announced its recognition as one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” .
- [How will AI Impact the Resort Industry](https://resorttrades.com/how-will-ai-impact-the-resort-industry/) - Artificial Intelligence (AI) AI is rapidly transforming the way we do business and the vacation ownership or timeshare resort industry is no exception.
- [Highgate Appoints Matthew Grauso As New General Manager Of Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa](https://resorttrades.com/highgate-matthew-grauso-renaissance-honolulu-hotel-spa/) - Highgate announced that Matthew Grauso has been appointed as General Manager of the new Renaissance Honolulu Hotel & Spa at Sky Ala Moana.
- [Colebrook Financial Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-celebrates-its-20th-anniversary/) - On Thursday, January 2, four partners of Colebrook Financial Company unlocked the door of their office determined to a living making timeshare loans.
- [4 Ways to Become a Candidate’s Top-Choice Employer](https://resorttrades.com/4-ways-to-become-a-candidates-top-choice-employer/) - As a hiring manager you know that there is a war for talent. Securing the best talent is a competitive advantage, and the competition is tough.
- [Employee Recognition: Shout it from the Rooftops (or, actually, the Walls)](https://resorttrades.com/employee-recognition-shout-it-from-the-rooftops-or-actually-the-walls/) - How to display appreciation for your top staff, that special owner and all the great improvements and accomplishments achieved at your resort.
- [Equiant Names Ericka Schwarm as Director of Client Development](https://resorttrades.com/equiant-names-ericka-schwarm-as-director-of-client-development/) - Equiant, a Scottsdale, Ariz.-based accounts receivable servicing and technology provider, has named Ericka Schwarm as director of client development.
- [Be Prepared: Equiant’s Back-Up Servicing Plans Ensure Continuity of Payments](https://resorttrades.com/be-prepared-equiants-back-up-servicing-plans-ensure-continuity-of-payments/) - For those who process receivables, an important part of preparedness is to have a backup servicing plan in place in case someone can't fulfill their roles.
- [Forecast 2023: Gathering Clouds and Growing Turbulence](https://resorttrades.com/forecast-2023-gathering-clouds-and-growing-turbulence/) - The economy will slow perceptively. Less activity in housing, retail, & manufacturing will put pressure on growth & contribute to a deceleration in profits.
- [Timeshare Industry Sees Business Uptick](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-industry-sees-business-uptick/) - The timeshare industry is facing an improved business environment in 2023. Perhaps the most favorable tailwind is the consumer’s rebound.
- [Colebrook Financial Announces Hypothecation Loan for Gold Point Lodging](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-loan-gold-point-lodging/) - Colebrook Financial has announced it has renewed a $12 million line of credit to Gold Point Lodging and Realty, part of the Breckenridge Grand Vacations.
- [CoralTree Hospitality to Manage Pier Sixty-Six Resort Opening in 2024](https://resorttrades.com/coraltree-hospitality-pier-sixty-six-resort/) - Currently being reimagined by Tavistock Development Co., Pier Sixty-Six will become the social harbor where visitors, yachters, and locals enjoy its location.
- [Capital Vacations Resort Management is the new management agent for Four Sails Resort in Virginia Beach, Virginia](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-resort-management-is-the-new-management-agent-for-four-sails-resort-in-virginia-beach-virginia/) - Capital Vacations is the new management company for Four Sails Resort located at Virginia Beach and offers 49 one-bedroom suites and 6 two-bedroom units.
- [Labor Shortage and Resort Software](https://resorttrades.com/labor-shortage-and-resort-software/) - Not only has the industry had to deal with the loss of income throughout the pandemic but the lack of experienced staff willing to return to the industry.
- [Fairshare Solutions Adding Clients and Building Alliances In 2023](https://resorttrades.com/fairshare-solutions-adding-clients/) - Fairshare Solutions, a Customer Recovery and Collections firm headquartered in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, continues to enjoy exponential growth.
- [Vacatia To Manage Dolphin Run Condos in Virginia Beach](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-to-manage-dolphin-run-condos-in-virginia-beach/) - Vacatia Inc. has been awarded the management contract for Dolphin Run, a 15-story luxury condominium located in Virginia Beach.
- [Meet Katie, January’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-katie-januarys-smov-survivor/) - I was recently diagnosed with DCIS at the beginning of September. I found a lump in my right breast in July, 4 days after my 7-year wedding anniversary.
- [How Could it Cost That Much?](https://resorttrades.com/how-could-it-cost-that-much/) - Follow-up question: “Where are costs increasing most and how does it affect your company?” is a little more complex.
- [Lori Entwistle Joins Vacatia Team](https://resorttrades.com/lori-entwistle-joins-vacatia-team/) - Lori Entwistle joins Vacatia as head of resort experience. She comes from Scottsdale Camelback Resort, which recently chose Vacatia as its management company.
- [How high is your AQ?](https://resorttrades.com/how-high-is-your-aq/) - Increasing Loyalty, Referrals, and Sales Many of you are already asking yourself, what is AQ? AQ stands for Advocacy Quotient™. It is a scale we use to show how likely someone is to recommend our product or service to another prospect. Now some of you may be asking, well is not that what NPS (Net
- [Custom Travel Solutions Launches New Products for Timeshare and Resort Membership Sale](https://resorttrades.com/customer-travel-solutions-products-timeshare/) - Custom Travel Solutions has launched a new benefit designed to bring flexibility to the timeshare industry, helping increase sales revenue and owner retention.
- [Out with the Old, in with the New?](https://resorttrades.com/out-with-the-old-in-with-the-new/) - Every place she applied rejected her for no specific reason but discretely told her “she is too old.” Work ethic and company dedication are not defined by age.
- [Nordis Technologies Hires Vice President of Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/nordis-technologies-hires-vice-president-of-marketing/) - Nordis Technologies has hired Huntley McNabb as vice president of marketing. In this role, McNabb will oversee branding, communications and demand generation.
- [When Giving-Gives Back](https://resorttrades.com/when-giving-gives-back/) - Giving comes in many ways, donating time, money, or resources. Research shows making a donation increases activity in the pleasure area of the brain.
- [Interval Hosts 29th Annual Toy Fest To Benefit The Children](https://resorttrades.com/interval-hosts-29th-annual-toy-fest-to-benefit-the-children/) - Interval International associates during the company’s 29th annual Holiday Toy Fest at the Gibson Bethel Community Center in South Miami.
- [Volunteers for Walk-A-Thon to Raise Money for Christel House](https://resorttrades.com/volunteers-for-walk-a-thon-to-raise-money-for-christel-house/) - For over two decades , Grand Pacific Resorts has helped support Christel House. Christel House Walk-a-Thon, associates walked, jogged, biked, and exercised.
- [Two Wyndham leaders Recognized as Women to Watch and Role Models for Inclusion](https://resorttrades.com/two-wyndham-leaders-recognised-as-women-to-watchand-role-models-for-inclusion/) - Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific has two of its leaders featured in the Women to Watch & Role Models for Inclusion in Hospitality, Travel & Leisure (HTL) 2022.
- [Colebrook Financial Provides Funding for Disney Vacation Club Resales](https://resorttrades.com/colebrook-financial-provides-funding-for-disney-vacation-club-resales/) - Colebrook Financial announced that it has provided an additional $10 million to Vacation Club Loans which specializes in Disney Vacation Club resales.
- [Reformed Reserve Funding Laws in Florida: Be Prepared](https://resorttrades.com/reformed-reserve-funding-laws-in-florida-be-prepared/) - Legislature passed and signed into law legislation enacting requirements to address concerns on the structural integrity of older condominium-type buildings.
- [Barclays Eat, Sleep, Play Conference](https://resorttrades.com/barclays-eat-sleep-play-conference/) - Michael Brown, CEO at Travel + Leisure Compan says their customers are showing consistent interest in vacation ownership! Here are his comments on LinkedIn.
- [Nomadix Earns Marriott’s Brand Approval for Newest Internet Gateway](https://resorttrades.com/nomadix-earns-marriotts-brand-approval-for-newest-internet-gateway/) - ​​Nomadix® Inc​., announced its EG 1000 internet gateway earned brand approval by Marriott International Inc. for use at select service brands.
- [Environmental Sustainability Initiative to Provide A ‘Responsible Stay’](https://resorttrades.com/environmental-sustainability-initiative-to-provide-a-responsible-stay/) - AHLA announced Responsible Stay, an industry-wide commitment to make meetings, events, and experiences in hotels more environmentally and socially responsible.
- [Pacific Hospitality Group Names James Montgomery as General Manager at AC Hotel Dallas by the Galleria and Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas](https://resorttrades.com/pacific-hospitality-group-names-james-montgomery-as-general-manager-at-ac-hotel-dallas-by-the-galleria-and-residence-inn-by-marriott-dallas/) - Pacific Hospitality Group hires James Montgomery as the GM for the AC Hotel Dallas by the Galleria and Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas by the Galleria.
- [Wyndham Destinations Wins Big at HM Awards for Hotel Excellence](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-destinations-wins-big-at-hm-awards-for-hotel-excellence/) - Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific picked up three awards, Hotelier of the Year for President and Managing Director, International Operations, Barry Robinson.
- [Mobius VP Celebrates 24th Year in Business; Prepares for Year 25](https://resorttrades.com/mobius-vp-celebrates-24th-year-in-business-prepares-for-year-25/) - Mobius Vendor Partners celebrated its 24th year in business! It's an exciting time as we mark this achievement, and move full steam ahead into year 25.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Recognized as a Kincentric Best Employer 2022](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-recognized-as-a-kincentric-best-employer-2022/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide is recognized as a Kincentric Best Employer, as part of a robust assessment of who has transformed practices to better results.
- [Mark Pierce Joins UrVenue as VP of Finance](https://resorttrades.com/mark-pierce-joins-urvenue-as-vp-of-finance/) - UrVenue names Mark Pierce VP of Finance. With more than 25 years of experience, Pierce is tasked with increasing profit margins and managing cash flow.
- [Nordis Technologies Launches Enhanced Text Messaging in Partnership with Solutions by Text](https://resorttrades.com/nordis-technologies-launches-enhanced-text-messaging-in-partnership-with-solutions-by-text/) - Nordis Technologies continues to build with expanded text messaging capabilities through its new partnership with Solutions by Text.
- [Marriott Vacation Club Opens Newest Resort, Marriott’s Bali Nusa Dua Terrace](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacation-club-opens-newest-resort-marriotts-bali-nusa-dua-terrace/) - Marriott Vacation Club opens Marriott’s Bali Nusa Dua Terrace a vacation ownership property in Bali is perched in the hills of the island’s southernmost region.
- [Valley Forge Fabrics releases hospitality upholstery fabrics made with upcycled marine plastics](https://resorttrades.com/valley-forge-fabrics-releases-hospitality-upholstery-fabrics-made-with-upcycled-marine-plastics/) - Valley Forge Fabrics announces its new SEAQUAL® MARINE PLASTIC collection as part of the company's continued commitment to sustainability.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Reports Financial Results for Third Quarter 2022](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-reports-financial-results-for-third-quarter-2022/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation reported today its financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2022.
- [Southwest Florida Ground Zero for Hurricane Ian](https://resorttrades.com/southwest-florida-ground-zero-for-hurricane-ian/) - For a few days in September, the sun did not shine while the community suffered from a disaster of unprecedented proportions, leaving us battered and bruised.
- [Meet Sana, December’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-sana-decembers-smov-survivor/) - Every day during my painful chemotherapy I would pretend that I was magically transforming into a beautiful mermaid with superpowers.
- [Where is Everybody?](https://resorttrades.com/where-is-everybody/) - In the wake of 9/11, prognosticators noted the surge of patriotism from that moment forward, America would be one nation, wounded but indivisible and resolute.
- [Employees Thankful for Panic Buttons](https://resorttrades.com/employees-thankful-for-panic-buttons/) - According to American Aerospace Engineer Edward Murphy Jr. who worked on safety-critical systems: “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.”
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide CEO Steve Weisz Named as a Top Business Leader by Florida Trend](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-worldwide-ceo-steve-weisz-top-leader-florida/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide announced CEO Steve Weisz has been recognized by Florida Trend in its “Florida 500” list of the 500 most influential executives.
- [Industry Spotlight: Heena Patel of Travel + Leisure Co.’s Extra Holidays](https://resorttrades.com/industry-spotlight-heena-patel-of-travel-leisure-co-s-extra-holidays/) - Just about every resort management professional understands the complexities of creating an efficient, income-producing rental program for their resort.
- [Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay to Undergo A Third Transformative Refurbishment Just In Time For Spring 2023](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-grand-crete-mirabello-bay-refurbishment/) - Five-star resort Wyndham Grand Crete Mirabello Bay announces the third and final stage of its extensive renovation, which will take place this fall.
- [What Is the Future of Twitter? Assil Dayri, Review the Outlook of The Platform on Elon Musk Realm](https://resorttrades.com/what-is-the-future-of-twitter-assil-dayri-review-the-outlook-of-the-platform-on-elon-musk-realm/) - “Twitter users, advertisers, and its employees are watching closely for what Musk will do in his first week .” marketing specialist Assil Dayri states.
- [Inspira Holding, present at the GNEX-ACOTUR Vacation Conference in Cancún](https://resorttrades.com/inspira-holding-present-at-the-gnex-acotur-vacation-conference-in-cancun/) - Inspira Holding is attending the prestigious GNEX-ACOTUR Vacation Conference this week, which is taking place in Cancún from November 15 to 17.
- [Inspira Holding Launches Revamped Travel Booking Platform to Include More](https://resorttrades.com/inspira-holding-launches-revamped-travel-booking-platform-to-include-more/) - Inspira Holding announced that its travel booking platform, serving more than 80,000,000, is revamped to include cruises, flights, car, and vacation rentals.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Reports Record Third Quarter 2022 Results](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-reports-record-third-quarter-2022-results/) - Hilton Grand Vacations Inc. (NYSE: HGV) (“HGV” or “the Company”) today reports its third quarter of 2022 results.
- [2022 Send Me On Vacation Online Auction](https://resorttrades.com/2022-send-me-on-vacation-auction/) - Send Me On Vacation is proud to offer our supporters our annual auction available online. The auction will remain open for 2 weeks and items continually added .
- [Trinity Resort Services Supports Team Members’ Charities of Choice](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-charities/) - Trinity Resort Services, announced that team members will receive Paid Time Off for volunteering at their selected charities of choice.
- [5 Easy SEO Steps for Timeshare Resorts (actually, maybe not so easy)](https://resorttrades.com/5-easy-seo-steps-for-timeshare-resorts-actually-maybe-not-so-easy/) - Do a Google search for “timeshare resort” or even just “resort” and the top search engine response pages (SERPs) are typically for resale or exit companies.
- [Follow-up: The bedbugs are still biting!](https://resorttrades.com/follow-up-the-bedbugs-are-still-biting/) - Bedbugs are no longer a pest of the past or characters in a nursery rhyme. They are back with a vengeance, and they are causing real problems.
- [SPI Software Selects Steven Schmidt CFO](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-steven-schmidt-cfo/) - SPI Software has recently announced the selection of SPI alumni and software technology veteran Steven Schmidt to the position of Chief Financial Officer.
- [Premier Resorts Group to Join Vacatia Inc.](https://resorttrades.com/premier-resorts-group-vacatia/) - Vacatia Inc. announced that Premier Resorts Group, which specializes in sales and marketing, is joining them to provide enhanced capabilities and talent.
- [What makes a timeshare management company successful, or even award-winning?](https://resorttrades.com/what-makes-a-timeshare-management-company-successful-or-even-award-winning/) - Grand Pacific Resorts is wholeheartedly devoted to creating experiences worth sharing by consistently delivering exceptional results to our managed resorts.
- [Movin’ On Up!](https://resorttrades.com/movin-on-up/) - Resort Trades is planning on moving our digital edition to a new platform that will provide readers with responsive digital editions and web content.
- [Sierra Nevada Resort, an Outbound Hotel Opens in Mammoth, California](https://resorttrades.com/sierra-nevada-resort-an-outbound-hotel-opens-in-mammoth-california/) - Sierra Nevada Resort, an Outbound Hotel today debuts a complete reimagination encompassing 179 accommodations including deluxe rooms, fireplace suites and chalets with an inviting lobby, contemporary dining concept, and wine bar. A collection of 10 free-standing cabins, a heated pool and an outdoor food garden will join the property in Spring 2023. Occupying a historic
- [Capital Vacations® Expands Its Resort Destinations for Vacation Club Members](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-expands-its-resort-destinations/) - Capital Vacations’ portfolio of destinations continues to grow. Members can travel to more than 80 destinations coast to coast in the USand the Caribbean.
- [Vacatia to Manage Iconic Scottsdale Camelback Resort](https://resorttrades.com/vacatia-to-manage-scottsdale-camelback-resort/) - Vacatia Inc. is awarded the management contract for Scottsdale Camelback Resort. The resort chose Vacatia because of the many opportunities the company offers.
- [Hilton Grand Vacations to Report Third Quarter 2022 Results](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-third-quarter-2022/) - Hilton Grand Vacations will report financial results for the third quarter of 2022 before the financial markets open on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022 at 11 a.m.
- [SellMyTimeshareNow.com Continues Record Performance with Seventh Consecutive Quarter of $60M+ in Offers to Buy or Rent Timeshare](https://resorttrades.com/sellmytimesharenow-quarter-buy-rent-timeshare/) - SellMyTimeshareNow.com reports a record seventh quarter of increased offers and activity for its industry-leading resale and rental platform.
- [Ransomware and PII: Protecting Your Resorts and Guests](https://resorttrades.com/ransomware-pii-protecting-resorts-guests/) - In recent years, ransomware attacks have been increasing in numbers and severity. Resorts are extra vulnerable due to their access to sensitive information.
- [Meet Dillan, November’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-dillan-novembers-smov-survivor/) - Last year, my mom and I were diagnosed with breast cancer 5 months apart. In July, I began supporting her, and by December, I was walking alongside her.
- [Capital Vacations® Announces 21 New Capital Advantage™ Agreements](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-announces-21-new-capital-advantage-agreements/) - Capital Vacations continues to expand its impact in helping Independent Timeshare resorts address opportunities of today’s marketplace.
- [La Concha Resort and Condado Ocean Club Appoint New General Managers](https://resorttrades.com/la-concha-resort-and-condado-ocean-club-appoint-new-general-managers/) - San Juan’s premier lifestyle resort, La Concha Resort, an adults-only boutique hotel, Condado Ocean Club, announced the appointment of new general managers .
- [New Marriott Springfield Downtown Set To Open Late October](https://resorttrades.com/new-marriott-springfield-downtown-set-to-open-late-october/) - The Marriott Springfield Downtown opens in late October 2022. Located downtown and overlooking the Connecticut River, the hotel will serve as a top destination.
- [Ghost Busters: How to Solve the No-Show Problem](https://resorttrades.com/solve-the-no-show-problem/) - You’ve been ghosted. It’s a common phenomenon, where people can apply for a job with the click of a button—and counteroffers can lure them away.
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide Named to Newsweek’s List of the  Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces](https://resorttrades.com/marriott-vacations-top-100-most-loved-workplaces/) - Marriott Vacations Worldwide has been ranked fourth on Newsweek’s 2022 Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces® list and No. 1 in the hospitality sector.
- [Bluegreen Vacations Embarks On New Expansion](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-vacations-expansion/) - Bluegreen Vacations announced its recent acquisition of a 320-room resort and spa in Florida & two buildings in the Streamside at Vail Resort.
- [Top 5 Reasons to Escape Winter Weather & Visit Bahama Resort](https://resorttrades.com/top-5-reasons-to-escape-winter-weather-visit-bahama-resort/) - Viva Wyndham Resorts today announced their Fortuna Beach location in Grand Bahama Island will offer a special travel promotion from now until March 31, 2023.
- [Best ADA Practices for Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/best-ada-practices-for-resorts/) - 8 Best ADA Practices for Resorts:designated person, Hold units, Call guests, page to your website, Train staff, Don’t guess, Do your research, and more.
- [Be An Enabler](https://resorttrades.com/be-an-enabler/) - Lodging and transportation accessibility are cited as the two biggest barriers to travel for those with mobility issues, according to respondents.
- [Avoiding ADA Non-Compliance Issues in Resort Renovations](https://resorttrades.com/avoiding-ada-non-compliance-issues-in-resort-renovations/) - 28 years after the ADA passed, a surprising number of commercial properties remain non-accessible for the 50 million Americans with physical disabilities.
- [Pioneer: Tim Wilson - Founder/Publisher of Resort Trades](https://resorttrades.com/pioneer-tim-wilson-founderpublisher-of-resort-trades/) - Under Tim Wilson's direction, The Trades has covered every facet of the industry and has brought resorts useful information to help deliver excellent products.
- [Travel + Leisure Co. Offers New Ways to Vacation](https://resorttrades.com/travel-leisure-co-offers-new-ways-to-vacation/) - The acquisition marked the establishment of Travel + Leisure Co. as the world’s leading vacation ownership and travel membership company.
- [Industry Leader for 30 Years: Olivier Chavy](https://resorttrades.com/industry-leader-for-30-years-olivier-chavy/) - Chavy is responsible for the strategic direction, operation, and growth of the Panorama portfolio of businesses, including RCI, as well as Travel + Leisure GO.
- [Keith Trowbridge: The ‘father of timeshare’ in North America](https://resorttrades.com/keith-trowbridge-the-father-of-timeshare-in-north-america-2/) - Back in 1973, Keith Trowbridge had just completed three successful whole-ownership projects – Donax Village, Coquina Beach, and Villa Sanibel.
- [Georgi Bohrod Gordon RRP Named New Board Member of CRTA](https://resorttrades.com/georgi-bohrod-gordon-board-member-crta/) - CRTA has announced Georgi Bohrod Gordon has joined its new board of directors. Georgi Gordon, a long-time supporter and media consultant for the CRTA.
- [Capital Vacations acquires Silver Lake Resort](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-acquires-silver-lake-resort/) - Capital Vacations announced that it has acquired the privately-held Silver Lake Resort an independent vacation ownership club and property management company.
- [Vacatia’s Michelle DuChamp Joins CRTA Board of Directors](https://resorttrades.com/vacatias-michelle-duchamp-crta-board-of-directors/) - The Canadian Resort and Travel Association, has installed Michelle DuChamp, head of Vacatia Partner Services as a member of its board of directors.
- [Countdown to Christmas Comes to Life in 3 Timeshare Suites](https://resorttrades.com/club-wyndham-hallmark-countdown-to-christmas/) - Club Wyndham has partnered with Hallmark Channel to add the joy of Countdown to Christmas to 3, custom-designed suites in NY City, Nashville, TN, and Vail, CO.
- [An investigation concludes Dave Ramsey’s advice should be ignored](https://resorttrades.com/an-investigation-concludes-dave-ramseys-advice-should-be-ignored/) - Inside Edition aired an investigation into Dave Ramsey’s 3-year endorsement of Timeshare Exit Team, a company being sued by the Attorney General of Washington.
- [Bluegreen Extends and Expands $250.0 Million VOI Notes Receivable Purchase Facility](https://resorttrades.com/bluegreen-extends-expands-million-voi/) - Bluegreen Vacations Holding Corporation announced today the amendment and extension of the vacation ownership interest notes receivable purchase facility.
- [6 P’s of Marketing to Grow Your Business](https://resorttrades.com/6-ps-of-marketing/) - The building blocks of an effective marketing strategy include the 6 P’s of marketing: product, price, place, promotion, people, and presentation.
- [UrVenue Launches UV Enterprise, the Hospitality Industry’s First PXMS](https://resorttrades.com/urvenue-launches-uv-enterprise-the-hospitality-industrys-first-pxms/) - UrVenue announces the launch of UV Enterprise, the next generation of its platform to monetize and manage experience-based inventory across an entire property.
- [Lemonjuice Announces Hope to Timeshare and Condominiums Devastated by Ian](https://resorttrades.com/lemonjuice-hope-timeshare-ian/) - Lemonjuice, a property management firm is offering its resources to assist timeshare owners, boards, and condominium associations devastated by Hurricane Ian.
- [HGV Named Among the Nation’s Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces by Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption](https://resorttrades.com/hgv-adoption-friendly-workplaces-dave-thomas-foundation-for-adoption/) - HGV ranks in the top 100 for Dave Thomas Foundation’s “Best Adoption-Friendly Workplaces”, which is organizations that build families through adoption.
- [Learn how to Grow Receivables Organically](https://resorttrades.com/learn-how-to-grow-receivables-organically-in-2021/) - Resort receivables, including consumer loan portfolios and maintenance fees, must perform if our Developers, Lenders, Investors and HOAs are to survive.
- [Hospeco Brands Group Acquires ChemCor](https://resorttrades.com/hospeco-brands-group-acquires-chemcor/) - Hospeco Brands Group, a manufacturer and supplier of personal care, cleaning, and protection products serving the away-from-home marketplace, acquired ChemCor.
- [Reservation Bookings to Tours:  Trinity Resort Services Reports Great Success](https://resorttrades.com/reservation-bookings-to-tours-trinity-resort-services-reports-great-success/) - Trinity Resort Services, providing financial, reservations, and contact center services, has reported their program which converts bookings to tours.
- [Winter is Coming Be Prepared](https://resorttrades.com/winter-is-coming-be-prepared/) - Now is the time ! While your guests are in the throws of enjoying the leaves and crisp air, it is time to work behind the scenes to weather the winter well.
- [Adding Name Pronunciation to Your Profile](https://resorttrades.com/adding-name-pronunciation/) - Exploring the pronunciation voice recording available only on the LinkedIn mobile app. To implement this feature, you’ll need to download the mobile app.
- [ConnectionsGRP Technology Allows Billing and Payments via SMS and WhatsApp](https://resorttrades.com/connectionsgrp-billing-payments-sms-whatsapp/) - ConnectionsGRP,says its platform in the Connections collection of communications solutions is finding rapid acceptance in the hospitality/timeshare sector.
- [Gordon McClendon of SPI Software Selected to Board of Canadian Resort & Travel Association](https://resorttrades.com/gordon-mcclendon-spi-board-crta/) - Gordon McClendon has been selected to the Board of Directors of the CRTA, sharing his two decades of software experience with the growing trade association.
- [Hub Hospitality Benefits Captive Offers Competitive Benefits to Attract and Retain Employees](https://resorttrades.com/hub-hospitality-benefits-captive-2/) - Hub International announced Hospitality Benefits Captive to help hospitality employers manage benefits costs and offer comprehensive health and wellness plans.
- [Wyndham Destinations Appointments New Resort General Manager](https://resorttrades.com/wyndham-destinations-resort-general-managers/) - Wyndham Destinations has announced 2 new promotions for Edwin Pierre-Louis and Francisco “Mike” Duran from within the company leadership team.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Expands Along the California Coast](https://resorttrades.com/grand-pacific-resorts-expands-along-the-california-coast/) - Grand Pacific Resorts brings decades of timeshare management expertise to San Clemente Inn furthering its footprint on the Southern California coast.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Names New Board Members](https://resorttrades.com/canadian-resort-travel-association-new-board-members/) - Canadian Resort and Travel Association, the industry-based trade association dedicated to furthering Vacation Ownership, installed five new Board Members.
- [Resort Tips for Battling Rising Costs of Inflation](https://resorttrades.com/tips-rising-costs-resorts-inflation/) - Last year, inflation rates in the U.S. appeared to be a staggering 7%. Fast forward to this year, and June 2022 rates have risen to a 40-year high of 9.1% .
- [Trinity Resort Services Unveils New Website](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-new-website/) - Trinity Resort Services, which provides a range of services, including financial, reservations, and contact center services, unveiled its new website.
- [SPI Software Adds Loans & Dues Into SPI Connect](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-adds-loans-dues-spi-connect/) - SPI in partnership with ConnectionsGRP recently announced the addition of Loans & Dues, into SPI Connect, the digital communications, and messaging platform.
- [Vacation Innovations Is The Title Sponsorship of First Annual Miles To Go Charity 5K](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-sponsorship-miles-to-go-charity-5k/) - Vacation Innovations announced its sponsorship of the first annual Miles To Go 5K, which will help the charity provide the homeless with basic necessities.
- [SPI Software Launches Sales & Marketing Module into SPI Connect ](https://resorttrades.com/spi-software-launches-sales-marketing-module-spi-connect/) - SPI in partnership with ConnectionsGRP, has recently unveiled its latest module in the Connections collection of communications solutions, into SPI Connect.
- [ConnectionsGRP Launches Sales and Marketing Module](https://resorttrades.com/connectionsgrp-launches-sales-and-marketing-module/) - ConnectionsGRP, which helps digitize and personalize the guest communication journey, has unveiled its module in the Connections collection of communications.
- [Capital Vacations® Adds Two Resorts to Its Management Portfolio](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-adds-2-resorts-to-portfolio/) - Capital Vacations recently entered into management agreements with two East Coast resorts: Laurel Point in Gatlinburg, TN and Nautical Mile in Wells, Maine.
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations Becomes First Timeshare Company to Earn J.D. Power Certification for Outstanding Customer Service Experience](https://resorttrades.com/holiday-inn-club-vacations-timeshare-jd-power-certification/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated announced that it has been recognized by J.D. Power for providing "An Outstanding Customer Service Experience".
- [New Board Expansion to be Announced by Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA)](https://resorttrades.com/new-board-expansion-to-be-announced-by-canadian-resort-and-travel-association-crta/) - The GNEX-CRTA 2022 Conference to take place Sept. 19-21 in Toronto, will notably be the gathering of thought leaders in the timeshare and vacation industries.
- [Benchmark Your New Year’s Resolutions](https://resorttrades.com/benchmark-your-new-years-resolutions/) - Those of us who have ever been on the front line – whether dealing with customers on the phone, at the front desk, or on the sales floor – frequently become a little disenchanted at the end of a busy week.
- [Ransomware Attacks: Preparation is the Best Protection Part 2 –What to do After Attack](https://resorttrades.com/ransomware-attacks-preparation-is-the-best-protection-part-2-what-to-do-after-attack/) - Engaging in preventative measures cannot always stop a cybersecurity attack. In the event of a ransomware infection, stay calm and weigh your options. Before making the decision to pay any kind of ransom (which the FBI and other leading security experts and organizations, e.g. Microsoft advise against), identify the version of ransomware that you’re dealing with.
- [Meet Kathryn, October’s SMOV Survivor](https://resorttrades.com/meet-kathryn-octobers-smov-survivor/) - I was diagnosed with Breast cancer in August of 2019. I was 44. It was an annual screening that ended with “we see something want to take a closer look”.
- [James (“JC”) Cunningham Appointed Senior Vice President/ConnectionsGRP](https://resorttrades.com/jc-cunningham-appointed-senior-vice-president-connectionsgrp/) - ConnectionsGRP announces JC Cunningham was appointed to Senior VP and is responsible for Sales, Implementation and Processes, Vendor Relations, and Compliance.
- [TOWB Completes Repurposing Project at Crown Ridge Resort](https://resorttrades.com/towb-project-crown-ridge-resort/) - Board phone call to 18 months later when TOWB finished and money distributed. Dissolving the timeshare and adding 20 whole owners.
- [3 Things a Resort MUST do to Generate Leads in the Digital Age](https://resorttrades.com/3-things-a-resort-generate-leads-digital-age/) - Times are a-changing. The tools and methods required to turn those consumers into timeshare owners are also changing — fast.
- [Postcard Launches Travel Platform to Inspire a New Generation of Mindful Travelers Through Storytelling](https://resorttrades.com/postcard-launches-travel-platform-to-inspire-a-new-generation-of-mindful-travelers-through-storytelling/) - Postcard is pleased to announce the launch of its storytelling platform, connecting mindful travelers with travel advisors, luxury hotels, and tour providers.
- [Telkonet Inc. Announces New COO, John M. Srouji](https://resorttrades.com/telkonet-inc-announces-new-coo-john-m-srouji/) - John M. Srouji is the new COO for Telkonet Inc. Telkonet has historically served the Hospitality, MDU, and Military Housing, with more than 7,000 properties.
- [ARDA Releases 2022 U.S. Owners Report Highlighting 90% Owner Satisfaction Rate](https://resorttrades.com/arda-releases-2022-u-s-owners-report-highlighting-90-owner-satisfaction-rate/) - The ARDA released the “U.S. Shared Vacation Ownership Owners Report: 2022 Edition,” published and sponsored by the ARDA International Foundation (AIF).
- [The Supply Chain Challenge](https://resorttrades.com/supply-chain-challenge-2/) - Businesses are grappling with recurring supply chain issues in the wake of a rebounding American economy, shipping disruptions caused by war, and inflation.
- [Trinity Resort Services Taps GBG & Associates as MarComm Agency](https://resorttrades.com/trinity-resort-services-gbg-associates/) - GBG and Associates with a portfolio in vacation ownership, resorts, and tourism, was selected by Trinity Resort Services to serve as its MarComm Agency.
- [Who Is Gaetan Babin?](https://resorttrades.com/who-is-gaetan-babin/) - Gaetan Babin RRP, CRTA Chairperson, President, and CRTA CEO, has been active in the Vacation Ownership Industry for nearly three decades.
- [Maestro Cloud PMS Solves Card-Not-Present Concerns with b4checkin’s TransForm Integration Thereby Streamlining Payment Processing](https://resorttrades.com/maestro-cloud-pms-solves-card-not-present-concerns/) - Today Maestro PMS is making paying for stays easier than ever before thanks to the recent integration with b4checkin Ltd.’s online payment platform, TransForm. The joint solution will help hotels fight chargebacks and fraud by ensuring that no one – aside from the cardholder – can see a person’s full credit card information. By automatically
- [Blugreen Adds Richard Wieczerzak to the Team](https://resorttrades.com/blugreen-adds-richard-wieczerzak-to-the-team/) - Bluegreen Vacations are pleased to announce our newest addition to the team, Richard Wieczerzak – Area Vice President of Sales for Bluegreen!
- [Tennessee Timeshare Resort Sale for $5.6 Million](https://resorttrades.com/tennessee-timeshare-resort-sale-for-5-6-million/) - Lemonjuice Capital and Solutions announces the sale of the Pinecrest Townhome timeshare resort located in Pigeon Forge, TN for $5.6 million.
- [Caroline Shin Leading Vacatia to a Bright Future](https://resorttrades.com/caroline-shin-leading-vacatia/) - Leading the charge has been CEO and co-founder Caroline Shin, who builds companies that embrace technology to deliver a stellar customer experience.
- [The Rise of the Secondary Timeshare Market](https://resorttrades.com/secondary-timeshare-market/) - Timeshare exit companies have given our industry a bad name, tarnishing the timeshare resale market by promising a “legal” means for owners to exit their contracts.
- [Grandparents are Trendsetters: Paved The Way For Modern Timeshare Experience](https://resorttrades.com/grandparents-are-trendsetters-paved-the-way-for-modern-timeshare-experience/) - ARDA has a message for travelers who are ready to get back in the swing of vacationing: Today’s timeshares are not your grandmother’s timeshare anymore.
- [The Powerful Tool of the Model Unit, In Real Life (IRL) and Virtual Reality (VR)](https://resorttrades.com/model-unit-real-life-virtual-reality/) - Whether real or virtual, model units show and tell what guests can expect from renovations, while creating the means to collect feedback, and boost sales.
- [Counting On Our Toes](https://resorttrades.com/counting-on-our-toes/) - Homespun customer research in the membership resort industry, there’s good and bad news. The good news is it isn’t much different from other industries.
- [Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau Appoints Brett Lindsay As New Director Of Sales And Marketing  ](https://resorttrades.com/margaritaville-beach-resort-nassau-brett-lindsay/) - Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau managed by Aimbridge Hospitality has appointed Brett Lindsay as the property’s new Director of Sales and Marketing.
- [Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) Unveils New Vision](https://resorttrades.com/canadian-resort-and-travel-association-crta-unveils-new-vision/) - Canadian Resort and Travel Association will concentrate primarily on international timeshare resorts and vacation clubs with high levels of Canadian members.
- [Improve Facility Stair Safety and Reduces Maintenance with Form-A-Tread Original](https://resorttrades.com/form-a-tread-2/) - Form-a-Tread’s epoxy paste consists of 100% solids that, once applied, can last for years in high-traffic areas, including warehouse and storage facilities.
- [5 Best Practices for Delivering Unparalleled Customer Service](https://resorttrades.com/5-best-practices-for-delivering-unparalleled-customer-service/) - No matter what kind of product or service, you provide customer support. It might be repair , a complaint, questions on messenger, or just praise or requests.
- [Connections GRP selects GBG and Associates as MarComm Agency](https://resorttrades.com/connections-grp-selects-gbg-and-associates-as-marcomm-agency/) - GBG and Associates with a portfolio that includes vacation ownership, resorts, cannabis, and tourism, has been selected by ConnectionsGRP.
- [Capital Vacations® announces new Capital Advantage℠ agreements with six resorts](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-announces-new-capital-advantage℠-agreements-with-six-resorts/) - Capital Vacations, LLC, has entered into expanded services agreements via the Capital Advantage℠ program with six VRI Americas® (VRIA) managed resorts.
- [Maestro PMS Integrates with RobosizeME to Give Mundane Tasks to Microbots](https://resorttrades.com/maestro-pms-integrates-with-robosizeme-to-give-mundane-tasks-to-microbots/) - Maestro PMS has teamed with RobosizeME to enable independent operators to automate tedious, labor-intensive tasks thereby freeing-up staff.
- [Two Pueblo Bonito Resorts Recognized By Travel + Leisure](https://resorttrades.com/two-pueblo-bonito-resorts/) - Pueblo Bonito Mazatlán Beach Resort and Pueblo Bonito Emerald Bay Resort & Spa have been voted “The 25 Best Resort Hotels in Mexico”.
- [Hiking with Einstein: Key Driver Analysis of Personal Growth Experiences in Outdoor Recreation](https://resorttrades.com/hiking-with-einstein-key-driver-analysis-of-personal-growth-experiences-in-outdoor-recreation/) - History accords a love of Nature to Albert Einstein that throughout his life would be manifest in body, mind, and spirit. As a young man, he often hiked for days in the lakes region of the Swiss Alps and along the coastal Italian Apennine Mountains, and he once braved a 50-mile trek from Pavia to Genoa, Italy to visit an uncle.
- [Hotels’ Recovery Continues, Workforce Challenges Remain ](https://resorttrades.com/hotels-recovery/) - Midway through 2022, the industry continues to recover, with nominal revenue projected to exceed 2019 levels by the end of this year.
- [Vacation Innovations Is the Title Sponsor of the Memorial Golf Tournament](https://resorttrades.com/vacation-innovations-sponsor-golf-tournament/) - Vacation Innovations is the title sponsor of Brendan Arlington Memorial Golf Tournament, named for Largo Police Department Officer who lost his life to suicide.
- [Sterifab approved to kill Covid-2](https://resorttrades.com/sterifab-approved-to-kill-covid-2/) - Sterifab has been approved by the US EPA to kill Covid-2, and as effective against Sars CoV2 /virus on hard non-porous surfaces, ( Kills 99.9% ).
- [Capital Vacations launches Destinality, a new member-based travel platform](https://resorttrades.com/capital-vacations-launches-destinality-a-new-member-based-travel-platform/) - Capital Vacations announced the launch of Destinality, a member-based travel platform for Capital Vacations Club members and participating Independent Resorts.
- [SellMyTimeshareNow.com Delivers Sixth Consecutive Quarter with $60M+ in Offers to Buy or Rent Timeshare](https://resorttrades.com/sellmytimesharenow-com-delivers-sixth-consecutive-quarter-with-60m-in-offers-to-buy-or-rent-timeshare/) - SellMyTimeshareNow.com (“SMTN” or the “Company”), the world’s largest and most active online marketplace for timeshares for sale and for rent by owner, reports a record sixth quarter of increased offers and activity for its industry-leading resale and rental platform. In Q2 2022, the Company drove more than 1.1 million visits to its family of websites,
- [Hilton Grand Vacations to Report Second Quarter 2022 Results](https://resorttrades.com/hilton-grand-vacations-to-report-second-quarter-2022-results/) - Hilton Grand Vacations announces it will report financial results for the second quarter of 2022 before the financial markets open on Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022.
- [GBG & Associates Selected as PR Agency by CRTA](https://resorttrades.com/gbg-associates-canadian-resort-travel-association-crta/) - GBG and Associates, Inc. has been selected by the Canadian Resort and Travel Association (CRTA) to represent its trade association.
- [Disaster Planning: Are You Prepared if Mother Nature Comes Calling?](https://resorttrades.com/disaster-planning-are-you-prepared-if-mother-nature-comes-calling/) - Natural disasters can and have caused devastating and costly damage to resorts and they do not discriminate based on location.
- [Assessing and Understanding Organizational Risk in the Vacation Ownership World](https://resorttrades.com/assessing-and-understanding-organizational-risk-in-the-vacation-ownership-world/) - Organizational risk comes in many forms, encompassing many different types – budgetary, investment, legal liability, security, safety, just to name a few.
- [Segregation of Duties for Resorts with Limited Staff](https://resorttrades.com/segregation-duties-resorts/) - Segregation of duties is to prevent one employee from having both access to assets and responsibility for maintaining accountability for those assets.
- [Economists and Industry Leaders Working Through the Bumps](https://resorttrades.com/leaders-working-through-the-bumps/) - While no one has a crystal ball, Resort Trades checked in with financial, travel, and resort management experts for their take on a possibly cooling economy.
- [Eleven New Appointments from within Wyndham Destinations Resort Operations Leadership](https://resorttrades.com/eleven-new-appointments-from-within-wyndham-destinations-resort-operations-leadership/) - Wyndham Destinations has announced eleven new appointments for Club Wyndham, WorldMark by Wyndham, Margaritaville Vacation Club, & Shell Vacations Club brands.
- [Premium Perception Disconnect— Cheer Up, Sparky, There’s a Pill for That](https://resorttrades.com/premium-perception-disconnect-cheer-up-sparky-theres-a-pill-for-that/) - Introducing the concept of “right-sizing” marketing premiums to match a stipulated show rate. Premium vendors— ask some of your customers to raise the ante.
- [Red Wolf Lodge at Squaw Valley Awarded with the  RCI Gold Crown Resort® Property Designation Based on Guest Feedback](https://resorttrades.com/red-wolf-lodge-at-squaw-valley-awarded-with-the-rci-gold-crown-resort-property-designation-based-on-guest-feedback/) - Red Wolf Lodge at Squaw Valley announces it has earned the prestigious RCI Gold Crown Resort® designation by RCI, the worldwide leader in vacation exchange.
- [Grand Pacific Resorts Announces Name Change of North Tahoe Resort](https://resorttrades.com/red-wolf-lodge-at-olympic-valley/) - Grand Pacific Resorts announced on behalf of its owners at Red Wolf Lodge at Squaw Valley, the change of the resort’s name to Red Wolf Lodge at Olympic Valley.
- [Answering Resort Industry HR Challenges](https://resorttrades.com/answering-resort-industry-hr-challenges/) - Many resorts are at near-maximum occupancy, while staff may be at 50% and expected to provide exceptional customer service in spite of long hours and low pay.
- [7 Strategies for Reducing Timeshare Resort Management Costs](https://resorttrades.com/7-strategies-for-reducing-timeshare-resort-management-costs/) - In today’s era of increased costs – as well as labor shortages – keeping an eye on individual items in a resort’s budget is key for maintenance fees .
- [Jamie Kluetz Joins Holiday Inn Club Vacations as Vice President of Brand Experience and Design](https://resorttrades.com/jamie-kluetz-joins-holiday-inn-club-vacations-as-vice-president-of-brand-experience-and-design/) - Holiday Inn Club Vacations Incorporated announced that James "Jamie" Kluetz has been named Vice President of Brand Experience and Design.
- [97% of Surveyed Hotels Report Staffing Shortages](https://resorttrades.com/97-of-surveyed-hotels-report-staffing-shortages/) - Nearly all hotels are experiencing staffing shortages, and half report being severely understaffed, according to a new member survey conducted by the AHLA.
- [Condominium Travel Club Joins the Inspira Family](https://resorttrades.com/condominium-travel-club-joins-the-inspira-family-2/) - Inspira Holding has entered into a partnership agreement with Condominium Travel Club (CTC), a member-based vacation club since 1988.
- [Employee Satisfaction Affects Top Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/employee-satisfaction-affects-top-resorts/) - The hospitality and vacation ownership industry is aware that the essential elements of a top timeshare resort are amenities and a high level of service.
- [Dorothy Leaves Kansas: A New Approach to Marketing in the Membership Resort Industry](https://resorttrades.com/dorothy-leaves-kansas-a-new-approach-to-marketing-in-the-membership-resort-industry/) - Impulse Propensity Marketing—is as much a departure from the industry’s more prosaic marketing practices as was Dorothy’s trip to Oz.
- [Premium Perception Disconnect Part 2: Wrestling with Squirrels](https://resorttrades.com/premium-perception-disconnect-part-2/) - The marketing VP for a resort listened to a pitchfrom his new marketing manager that premium spending should be increased in order to improve the show rate.
- [RCI Appoints Nathan Harmon VP Sales Experience & Marketing](https://resorttrades.com/rci-nathan-harmon-vp-sales-experience-marketing/) - RCI recently announced that Nathan Harmon has been promoted to Vice President, Sales Experience and Marketing for RCI North America.
- [Disc Golf Accessible to All Through Partnership](https://resorttrades.com/disc-golf-partnership/) - Commercial Recreation Specialists announces their partnership INNOVA®. Disc golf is popular as it is a safe, fun, & affordable outdoor activity anyone can play.
- [Deke influenced his son, Arnold Palmer, to change golf](https://resorttrades.com/deke-influenced-arnold-palmer-to-change-golf/) - Milford “Deacon” Palmer, father of Arnold Palmer and superintendent at Latrobe Country Club for over 40 years, was an example of the golf course superintendent.
- [Give the gift of golf at 16 different Colorado courses](https://resorttrades.com/give-the-gift-of-golf-at-16-different-colorado-courses/) - If you are wondering what to get the golfer in your family this holiday season, the Rocky Mountain Golf Card provides a sampling of some of Colorado's fantastic courses.
- [Is There Money Hidden on Your Golf Course?](https://resorttrades.com/is-there-money-hidden-on-your-golf-course/) - Implementing eco-friendly green practices at your resort is no longer just a way to stand out in the crowd. Environmental responsibility has become a standard that consumers expect all businesses in every industry to meet.
- [Orlando World Center Marriott Adds 18-hole miniature golf Course from AGS](https://resorttrades.com/orlando-world-center-marriott-adds-minilinks-course-from-adventure-golf-sports/) - Orlando World Center Marriott was to install a portable 18-hole miniature golf course from Adventure Golf & Sports (AGS) on the property.
- [Pinehurst Resort Adds Beachy to Six of Their Golf Courses](https://resorttrades.com/pinehurst-resort-adds-beachy-to-six-of-their-golf-courses/) - Beachy announced that Pinehurst Resort has implemented their 5G POS tablets to enhance their guest’s food and beverage experience on six of their golf courses.
- [Inflation Busters: Protecting Profits as Costs Rise](https://resorttrades.com/inflation-busters-protecting-profits-as-costs-rise/) - Inflation is rising faster than any time in recent memory. We must deal with the increase by managing cash flow and effectively with customers and suppliers.
- [Timeshare Industry Makes an Epic Return with 2021 Sales Revenue Growth](https://resorttrades.com/timeshare-industry-epic-growth/) - According to a study by ARDA International Foundation, in 2020, the sales volume of timeshares was at $4.9 billion and in 2021 rose to $8.1 billion.
- [Obituary of Dennis Togerson, Founder Resort Computer Corporation](https://resorttrades.com/obituary-of-dennis-togerson-founder-resort-computer-corporation/) - Dennis Togerson, one of the early software pioneers of the timeshare industry, passed away at 82. In 1980, he founded Resort Computer Corporation.

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- [June 2023 Resort Trades Timeshare Resort & Hospitality Magazine](https://resorttrades.com/june-2023-resort-trades-timeshare-resort-hospitality-magazine/) - 06.23 Resort Trades Timeshare & Hospitality Magazine: ESG, Standing out onlie, seo, timeshare, ardy, arda, boss, buddy, manager, success, pooch, and proof.
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- [technology](https://resorttrades.com/tag/technology/)
- [gen x](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gen-x/)
- [consumer](https://resorttrades.com/tag/consumer/)
- [monoyudis](https://resorttrades.com/tag/monoyudis/)
- [jiom](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jiom/)
- [heith](https://resorttrades.com/tag/heith/)
- [doyle](https://resorttrades.com/tag/doyle/)
- [vsa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vsa/)
- [somerpointe](https://resorttrades.com/tag/somerpointe/)
- [spi](https://resorttrades.com/tag/spi/) - SPI is the preferred software for selling and managing timeshare properties, vacation ownership clubs, and resorts. SPI’s Orange timeshare software is a comprehensive suite of services that includes sales and marketing, property management, billing maintenance, and more. SPI is a global company with our software installed on five continents providing a breakthrough product based on over 40 years of industry experience. This includes an advanced user interface, all major integrations, and cloud-based extendible applications.
- [software](https://resorttrades.com/tag/software/)
- [leasurelink](https://resorttrades.com/tag/leasurelink/)
- [global](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global/)
- [distribution](https://resorttrades.com/tag/distribution/)
- [systes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/systes/)
- [platforms](https://resorttrades.com/tag/platforms/)
- [richard](https://resorttrades.com/tag/richard/)
- [carso](https://resorttrades.com/tag/carso/)
- [agency](https://resorttrades.com/tag/agency/)
- [online](https://resorttrades.com/tag/online/)
- [systems](https://resorttrades.com/tag/systems/)
- [products](https://resorttrades.com/tag/products/)
- [international](https://resorttrades.com/tag/international/)
- [microsoft](https://resorttrades.com/tag/microsoft/)
- [web](https://resorttrades.com/tag/web/)
- [miami](https://resorttrades.com/tag/miami/)
- [timeshare](https://resorttrades.com/tag/timeshare/)
- [vacation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vacation/)
- [clubs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clubs/)
- [American Resort Development Association](https://resorttrades.com/tag/american-resort-development-association/)
- [ARDA International Foundation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/arda-international-foundation/) - The ARDA International Foundation (AIF) began in 1982 as the International Foundation for Timeshare (ITF) to fulfill the research needs of the fast-evolving timeshare industry. In 1997, it was restructured as a 501 (c) 3 organization and acquired its current name.
- [Howard Nusbaum](https://resorttrades.com/tag/howard-nusbaum/)
- [vacationbetter.org](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vacationbetter-org/)
- [timeshare owner associations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/timeshare-owner-associations/)
- [resort management companies](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resort-management-companies/)
- [ARDA Resort Owners Coalition](https://resorttrades.com/tag/arda-resort-owners-coalition/)
- [ARDA-ROC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/arda-roc/) - The ARDA-Resort Owners’ Coalition (ARDA-ROC) advocates on issues impacting individual timeshare owners. For over 25 years, ARDA-ROC’s powerful advocacy arm has championed timeshare owners’ causes on every regulatory and legislative level­ — federal, state, and local. ARDA-ROC is the first line of defense against legislation that could hurt timeshare owners’ wellbeing.
- [Global Connections](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-connections/) - Established leader in the vacation industry offering its premier travel club, Global Discovery Vacations, through a sales distributorship channel; component-based travel and leisure benefits; exit and affinity programs. GCI is the developer of resorts in California, Colorado, Florida, and Tennessee; owns/leases multiple resort condominiums throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Caribbean. From having your own travel club sales distributorship to strengthening loyalty with your members and employees, GCI has the solution you need.
- [GCI](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gci/) - Established leader in the vacation industry offering its premier travel club, Global Discovery Vacations, through a sales distributorship channel; component-based travel and leisure benefits; exit and affinity programs. GCI is the developer of resorts in California, Colorado, Florida, and Tennessee; owns/leases multiple resort condominiums throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Caribbean. From having your own travel club sales distributorship to strengthening loyalty with your members and employees, GCI has the solution you need.
- [Global Discover Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-discover-vacations/)
- [Tom Lyons](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tom-lyons/)
- [Title Boxing Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/title-boxing-club/)
- [Guns N Hoses](https://resorttrades.com/tag/guns-n-hoses/)
- [Grand Ballroom of Kansas City Convention Center](https://resorttrades.com/tag/grand-ballroom-of-kansas-city-convention-center/)
- [S.A.F.E.](https://resorttrades.com/tag/s-a-f-e/)
- [Overland Park](https://resorttrades.com/tag/overland-park/)
- [KS](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ks/)
- [Merlin Software](https://resorttrades.com/tag/merlin-software/)
- [Vacation Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vacation-ownership/)
- [cloud-based software](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cloud-based-software/)
- [4 Seasons Desert Breezes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/4-seasons-desert-breezes/)
- [Palm Desert](https://resorttrades.com/tag/palm-desert/)
- [Gold Coast enterprises](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gold-coast-enterprises/)
- [Mike Pnematicatos](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mike-pnematicatos/)
- [Merlin's chief architect](https://resorttrades.com/tag/merlins-chief-architect/)
- [Emily Collins](https://resorttrades.com/tag/emily-collins/)
- [Global Discovery Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-discovery-vacations/)
- [cruises](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cruises/)
- [Tom Lyons CEO](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tom-lyons-ceo/)
- [Tom Lyons President](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tom-lyons-president/)
- [Pirates of the Caribbean Cruise with Walters Dance Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pirates-of-the-caribbean-cruise-with-walters-dance-group/)
- [Elton John](https://resorttrades.com/tag/elton-john/)
- [Global VIP Cruises](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-vip-cruises/)
- [Reggie Nelson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/reggie-nelson/)
- [True Incentive](https://resorttrades.com/tag/true-incentive/) - We offer Incentive-based direct marketing solutions. Our clients’ direct marketing campaigns benefit from our years of experience and guidance. Ask us about our digital travel incentives including airfare, cruises, hotel stays, resort vacations, and themed resort experiences such as waterparks and amusement parks throughout the US. We are committed to client success, customer experiences, with a high quality of servicing and support distinguishing True Incentive as the leader in incentive-based direct marketing. Contact us to learn more.
- [ePerk](https://resorttrades.com/tag/eperk/)
- [marketing solutions](https://resorttrades.com/tag/marketing-solutions/)
- [Drew Brittain](https://resorttrades.com/tag/drew-brittain/)
- [B2B](https://resorttrades.com/tag/b2b/)
- [SaaS model](https://resorttrades.com/tag/saas-model/)
- [star](https://resorttrades.com/tag/star/)
- [island](https://resorttrades.com/tag/island/)
- [app](https://resorttrades.com/tag/app/)
- [builders](https://resorttrades.com/tag/builders/)
- [lew](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lew/)
- [matusow](https://resorttrades.com/tag/matusow/)
- [solutions](https://resorttrades.com/tag/solutions/)
- [customer](https://resorttrades.com/tag/customer/)
- [engagement](https://resorttrades.com/tag/engagement/)
- [ownership](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ownership/)
- [revenue](https://resorttrades.com/tag/revenue/)
- [destination](https://resorttrades.com/tag/destination/)
- [pagckage](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pagckage/)
- [discount](https://resorttrades.com/tag/discount/)
- [keys](https://resorttrades.com/tag/keys/)
- [adg](https://resorttrades.com/tag/adg/)
- [waterpark](https://resorttrades.com/tag/waterpark/)
- [quatic](https://resorttrades.com/tag/quatic/)
- [usa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/usa/)
- [today](https://resorttrades.com/tag/today/)
- [top](https://resorttrades.com/tag/top/)
- [united](https://resorttrades.com/tag/united/)
- [sttes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sttes/)
- [great](https://resorttrades.com/tag/great/)
- [kanagawa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/kanagawa/)
- [wave](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wave/)
- [pool](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pool/)
- [flowrider](https://resorttrades.com/tag/flowrider/)
- [double](https://resorttrades.com/tag/double/)
- [bombora](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bombora/)
- [aquatopia](https://resorttrades.com/tag/aquatopia/)
- [north](https://resorttrades.com/tag/north/)
- [america](https://resorttrades.com/tag/america/)
- [camelback](https://resorttrades.com/tag/camelback/)
- [lodge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lodge/)
- [wilderness](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wilderness/)
- [kalahari](https://resorttrades.com/tag/kalahari/)
- [wolf](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wolf/)
- [massanutten](https://resorttrades.com/tag/massanutten/)
- [splash](https://resorttrades.com/tag/splash/)
- [lagoon](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lagoon/)
- [connections](https://resorttrades.com/tag/connections/)
- [overland](https://resorttrades.com/tag/overland/)
- [park](https://resorttrades.com/tag/park/)
- [soraya](https://resorttrades.com/tag/soraya/)
- [executive](https://resorttrades.com/tag/executive/)
- [merchandising](https://resorttrades.com/tag/merchandising/)
- [creative](https://resorttrades.com/tag/creative/)
- [interiors](https://resorttrades.com/tag/interiors/)
- [members](https://resorttrades.com/tag/members/)
- [shah-mirany](https://resorttrades.com/tag/shah-mirany/)
- [sea](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sea/)
- [shells](https://resorttrades.com/tag/shells/)
- [beach](https://resorttrades.com/tag/beach/)
- [club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/club/)
- [daytona](https://resorttrades.com/tag/daytona/)
- [blue](https://resorttrades.com/tag/blue/)
- [breckenridge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/breckenridge/)
- [clc](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clc/)
- [world](https://resorttrades.com/tag/world/)
- [regal](https://resorttrades.com/tag/regal/)
- [oaks](https://resorttrades.com/tag/oaks/)
- [kissimmee](https://resorttrades.com/tag/kissimmee/)
- [orlando](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orlando/)
- [florida](https://resorttrades.com/tag/florida/)
- [esttes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/esttes/)
- [manager](https://resorttrades.com/tag/manager/)
- [laura](https://resorttrades.com/tag/laura/)
- [sherman](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sherman/)
- [walt](https://resorttrades.com/tag/walt/)
- [disney](https://resorttrades.com/tag/disney/)
- [england](https://resorttrades.com/tag/england/)
- [scotland](https://resorttrades.com/tag/scotland/)
- [spain](https://resorttrades.com/tag/spain/)
- [austria](https://resorttrades.com/tag/austria/)
- [tenerife](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tenerife/)
- [turkey](https://resorttrades.com/tag/turkey/)
- [austrailia](https://resorttrades.com/tag/austrailia/)
- [enchntada](https://resorttrades.com/tag/enchntada/)
- [staysky](https://resorttrades.com/tag/staysky/)
- [jack](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jack/)
- [john](https://resorttrades.com/tag/john/)
- [gordon](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gordon/)
- [care](https://resorttrades.com/tag/care/)
- [C.A.R.E.](https://resorttrades.com/tag/c-a-r-e/) - Established in 1985, C.A.R.E. is one of the industry’s leading associations in ethical standards and value propositions. Its internationally diverse member base includes Resort Developers, Management and Exchange Companies, HOA’s, Travel Clubs and Wholesalers as well as industry suppliers bringing value-added revenue enhancement opportunities. Companies that possess rentable inventory or seek inventory for fulfillment set the foundation of C.A.R.E. with multiple advantageous scenarios for securing client vacations, increased inventory utilization and heightened yield management.
- [access](https://resorttrades.com/tag/access/)
- [linda](https://resorttrades.com/tag/linda/)
- [mayhugh](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mayhugh/)
- [present](https://resorttrades.com/tag/present/)
- [expedia](https://resorttrades.com/tag/expedia/)
- [gps](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gps/)
- [orbitz](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orbitz/)
- [travelocity](https://resorttrades.com/tag/travelocity/)
- [dave](https://resorttrades.com/tag/dave/)
- [cook](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cook/)
- [coporate](https://resorttrades.com/tag/coporate/)
- [trades](https://resorttrades.com/tag/trades/)
- [ed](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ed/)
- [klein](https://resorttrades.com/tag/klein/)
- [merlin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/merlin/)
- [level](https://resorttrades.com/tag/level/)
- [one](https://resorttrades.com/tag/one/)
- [heine](https://resorttrades.com/tag/heine/)
- [pro](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pro/)
- [jan](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jan/)
- [samson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/samson/)
- [interval](https://resorttrades.com/tag/interval/)
- [gold](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gold/)
- [points](https://resorttrades.com/tag/points/)
- [dennis](https://resorttrades.com/tag/dennis/)
- [ditinno](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ditinno/)
- [liberte](https://resorttrades.com/tag/liberte/)
- [maintenance](https://resorttrades.com/tag/maintenance/)
- [cha](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cha/)
- [hvac](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hvac/)
- [lori](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lori/)
- [entwistle](https://resorttrades.com/tag/entwistle/)
- [scottsdale](https://resorttrades.com/tag/scottsdale/)
- [employee](https://resorttrades.com/tag/employee/)
- [ada](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ada/)
- [jennifer](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jennifer/)
- [langdon](https://resorttrades.com/tag/langdon/)
- [mountain](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mountain/)
- [retreat](https://resorttrades.com/tag/retreat/)
- [arnold](https://resorttrades.com/tag/arnold/)
- [california](https://resorttrades.com/tag/california/)
- [ski](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ski/)
- [vermont](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vermont/)
- [calaveras](https://resorttrades.com/tag/calaveras/)
- [county](https://resorttrades.com/tag/county/)
- [sheriff](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sheriff/)
- [department](https://resorttrades.com/tag/department/)
- [canada](https://resorttrades.com/tag/canada/)
- [napa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/napa/)
- [valley](https://resorttrades.com/tag/valley/)
- [wildfires](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wildfires/)
- [ryczek](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ryczek/)
- [financial](https://resorttrades.com/tag/financial/)
- [owners](https://resorttrades.com/tag/owners/)
- [plan](https://resorttrades.com/tag/plan/)
- [administrator](https://resorttrades.com/tag/administrator/)
- [chase](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chase/)
- [bank](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bank/)
- [conferences](https://resorttrades.com/tag/conferences/)
- [publications](https://resorttrades.com/tag/publications/)
- [suzanne](https://resorttrades.com/tag/suzanne/)
- [mark](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mark/)
- [exvellence](https://resorttrades.com/tag/exvellence/)
- [training](https://resorttrades.com/tag/training/)
- [preparedness](https://resorttrades.com/tag/preparedness/)
- [storm](https://resorttrades.com/tag/storm/)
- [weathering](https://resorttrades.com/tag/weathering/)
- [randy](https://resorttrades.com/tag/randy/)
- [goodhope](https://resorttrades.com/tag/goodhope/)
- [wisconsin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wisconsin/)
- [dells](https://resorttrades.com/tag/dells/)
- [blizzards](https://resorttrades.com/tag/blizzards/)
- [tornadoes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tornadoes/)
- [southern](https://resorttrades.com/tag/southern/)
- [virginia](https://resorttrades.com/tag/virginia/)
- [utah](https://resorttrades.com/tag/utah/)
- [real](https://resorttrades.com/tag/real/)
- [estate](https://resorttrades.com/tag/estate/)
- [gage](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gage/)
- [froerer](https://resorttrades.com/tag/froerer/)
- [abbott](https://resorttrades.com/tag/abbott/)
- [roc](https://resorttrades.com/tag/roc/)
- [usvi](https://resorttrades.com/tag/usvi/)
- [virgin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/virgin/)
- [house](https://resorttrades.com/tag/house/)
- [senate](https://resorttrades.com/tag/senate/)
- [south](https://resorttrades.com/tag/south/)
- [carolina](https://resorttrades.com/tag/carolina/)
- [texas](https://resorttrades.com/tag/texas/)
- [puerto](https://resorttrades.com/tag/puerto/)
- [rico](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rico/)
- [pennsylvania](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pennsylvania/)
- [new](https://resorttrades.com/tag/new/)
- [hampshire](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hampshire/)
- [point](https://resorttrades.com/tag/point/)
- [sale](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sale/)
- [nevada](https://resorttrades.com/tag/nevada/)
- [missouri](https://resorttrades.com/tag/missouri/)
- [partners](https://resorttrades.com/tag/partners/)
- [corso](https://resorttrades.com/tag/corso/)
- [wiki](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wiki/)
- [sql](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sql/)
- [leadership](https://resorttrades.com/tag/leadership/)
- [reservations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/reservations/)
- [loans](https://resorttrades.com/tag/loans/)
- [reporting](https://resorttrades.com/tag/reporting/)
- [hawaii](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hawaii/)
- [time](https://resorttrades.com/tag/time/)
- [share](https://resorttrades.com/tag/share/)
- [exchange](https://resorttrades.com/tag/exchange/)
- [rentals](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rentals/)
- [locations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/locations/)
- [triactive](https://resorttrades.com/tag/triactive/)
- [fitness](https://resorttrades.com/tag/fitness/)
- [zones](https://resorttrades.com/tag/zones/)
- [outdoor](https://resorttrades.com/tag/outdoor/)
- [guests](https://resorttrades.com/tag/guests/)
- [equipment](https://resorttrades.com/tag/equipment/)
- [conrad](https://resorttrades.com/tag/conrad/)
- [hotels](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hotels/)
- [taylorr](https://resorttrades.com/tag/taylorr/)
- [slaes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/slaes/)
- [chicago](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chicago/)
- [rci](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rci/) - RCI is the worldwide leader in vacation exchange with approximately 4,500 affiliated resorts in more than 100 countries. RCI pioneered the concept of vacation exchange in 1974, offering members increased flexibility and versatility with their vacation ownership experience. Today, through the RCI Weeks® program, the week-for-week exchange system, and the RCI Points® program, the industry’s first global points-based exchange system, RCI provides flexible vacation options to its over 3.8 million RCI subscribing members each year.
- [aaa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/aaa/)
- [medhufushi](https://resorttrades.com/tag/medhufushi/)
- [filitheyo](https://resorttrades.com/tag/filitheyo/)
- [bathala](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bathala/)
- [maldives](https://resorttrades.com/tag/maldives/)
- [ahmed](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ahmed/)
- [hamza](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hamza/)
- [wyndham](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wyndham/)
- [worldwide](https://resorttrades.com/tag/worldwide/)
- [asia](https://resorttrades.com/tag/asia/)
- [pali](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pali/)
- [badwal](https://resorttrades.com/tag/badwal/)
- [resales](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resales/)
- [transparency](https://resorttrades.com/tag/transparency/)
- [industry](https://resorttrades.com/tag/industry/)
- [general](https://resorttrades.com/tag/general/)
- [westbrook](https://resorttrades.com/tag/westbrook/)
- [budget](https://resorttrades.com/tag/budget/)
- [improve](https://resorttrades.com/tag/improve/)
- [fees](https://resorttrades.com/tag/fees/)
- [owner](https://resorttrades.com/tag/owner/)
- [collectiosn](https://resorttrades.com/tag/collectiosn/)
- [satisfaction](https://resorttrades.com/tag/satisfaction/)
- [communications](https://resorttrades.com/tag/communications/)
- [suppliers](https://resorttrades.com/tag/suppliers/)
- [safety](https://resorttrades.com/tag/safety/)
- [security](https://resorttrades.com/tag/security/)
- [wes](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wes/)
- [kogelman](https://resorttrades.com/tag/kogelman/)
- [buyatimeshare](https://resorttrades.com/tag/buyatimeshare/)
- [hatton](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hatton/)
- [gravely](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gravely/)
- [chad](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chad/)
- [barker](https://resorttrades.com/tag/barker/)
- [associates](https://resorttrades.com/tag/associates/)
- [wilson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wilson/)
- [james](https://resorttrades.com/tag/james/)
- [sharon](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sharon/)
- [scott](https://resorttrades.com/tag/scott/)
- [sharonink](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sharonink/)
- [search](https://resorttrades.com/tag/search/)
- [engine](https://resorttrades.com/tag/engine/)
- [google](https://resorttrades.com/tag/google/)
- [facebook](https://resorttrades.com/tag/facebook/)
- [linkedin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/linkedin/)
- [internet](https://resorttrades.com/tag/internet/)
- [pinterest](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pinterest/)
- [estoppel](https://resorttrades.com/tag/estoppel/)
- [procedures](https://resorttrades.com/tag/procedures/)
- [safeguards](https://resorttrades.com/tag/safeguards/)
- [hippa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hippa/)
- [information](https://resorttrades.com/tag/information/)
- [transfer](https://resorttrades.com/tag/transfer/)
- [challenge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/challenge/)
- [bobsin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bobsin/)
- [solution](https://resorttrades.com/tag/solution/)
- [stonebridge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/stonebridge/)
- [natalie](https://resorttrades.com/tag/natalie/)
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- [Exploria Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/exploria-resorts/)
- [ARDY](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ardy/)
- [Unlimited Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/unlimited-vacation-club/)
- [TATOC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tatoc/)
- [Beneficium](https://resorttrades.com/tag/beneficium/)
- [BuyaTimeshare.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/buyatimeshare-com/)
- [bedbugs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bedbugs/)
- [National Pest Management Association](https://resorttrades.com/tag/national-pest-management-association/)
- [Bedbug](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bedbug/)
- [Orkin](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orkin/)
- [Bed Bug](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bed-bug/)
- [Bed bugs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bed-bugs/)
- [timeshareAdvisor.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/timeshareadvisor-com/)
- [Dora Edmonson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/dora-edmonson/)
- [AIF](https://resorttrades.com/tag/aif/)
- [Tricom Management](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tricom-management/)
- [InnSeason Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/innseason-resorts/)
- [FusionCast](https://resorttrades.com/tag/fusioncast/)
- [weholi](https://resorttrades.com/tag/weholi/)
- [NTOA](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ntoa/)
- [LeisureLink](https://resorttrades.com/tag/leisurelink/)
- [Resort Data Processing](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resort-data-processing/) - RDP is an all-in-one Timeshare/Fractional Management Software solution that will modernize every aspect of your property. RDP enables both fixed and floating Timeshare management with full Owner accounting and an online Owner’s Portal. RDP’s sophisticated Reservations and Operations suites will allow your property to offer a Guest Experience that is not possible with other specialized Timeshare software vendors, including a customizable commission-free Booking Engine that will increase revenue through Paying Guest reservations.
- [Grand Pacific Palisades Resort & Hotel](https://resorttrades.com/tag/grand-pacific-palisades-resort-hotel/)
- [Tahoe Beach & Ski Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tahoe-beach-ski-club/)
- [Villa L’Auberge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/villa-lauberge/)
- [Auroralight](https://resorttrades.com/tag/auroralight/)
- [Resort Trades](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resort-trades/)
- [Resort Nation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resort-nation/)
- [Karma Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/karma-group/)
- [Surfrider Beach Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/surfrider-beach-club/)
- [Island Towers Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/island-towers-resort/)
- [Tropical Sands Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tropical-sands-resort/)
- [RAL Resort Property Management](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ral-resort-property-management/)
- [Adventure Golf Services](https://resorttrades.com/tag/adventure-golf-services/)
- [Macdonald Hotels & Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/macdonald-hotels-resorts/)
- [CLC World](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clc-world/)
- [Social Tables](https://resorttrades.com/tag/social-tables/)
- [CSA Travel](https://resorttrades.com/tag/csa-travel/)
- [Grand Pacific](https://resorttrades.com/tag/grand-pacific/)
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Club at MarBrisa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hilton-grand-vacations-club-at-marbrisa/)
- [Makai Club Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/makai-club-resort/)
- [Mountain Retreat Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mountain-retreat-resort/)
- [Timeshare Pro Plus](https://resorttrades.com/tag/timeshare-pro-plus/)
- [DocuSign](https://resorttrades.com/tag/docusign/)
- [Hyatt Ka’anapali Beach](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hyatt-kaanapali-beach/)
- [Hyatt Vacation Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hyatt-vacation-ownership/)
- [Reef Worlds](https://resorttrades.com/tag/reef-worlds/)
- [Resort Travel & Xchange](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resort-travel-xchange/)
- [Panorama Vacation Retreat](https://resorttrades.com/tag/panorama-vacation-retreat/)
- [Horsethief Lodge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/horsethief-lodge/)
- [Panorama Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/panorama-resort/)
- [LaTour Hotels & Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/latour-hotels-resorts/)
- [Disney Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/disney-vacation-club/)
- [Marriott](https://resorttrades.com/tag/marriott/)
- [Hilton Grand Vacations Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hilton-grand-vacations-club/)
- [SellMyTimeshareNow](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sellmytimesharenow/) - SellMyTimeshareNow.com is the largest and most active online timeshare resale marketplace worldwide. We provide a proven advertising and marketing platform to timeshare owners, while offering the largest selection of resales and rentals to buyers and travelers. With over 5.5 million visits to our family of websites and more than $254 million in purchase and rental offers delivered to advertisers annually, we have been serving the needs of owners and non-owners alike since 2003.
- [Liberty Bank](https://resorttrades.com/tag/liberty-bank/)
- [Wellington Financial](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wellington-financial/) - Wellington Financial has financed the timeshare industry without interruption since 1981. Specializing in receivables hypothecation, inventory and development loans of $10,000,000 and up, we’ve funded over $8 Billion with our group of lenders. Focused solely on lending to resort developers, we are the exclusive Resort Finance correspondent for Liberty Bank. With 40 years of expertise in the vacation ownership industry, we lend to credit-worthy borrowers at attractive banks rates.
- [Bluegreen Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bluegreen-vacations/)
- [Canadian Resort Development Association](https://resorttrades.com/tag/canadian-resort-development-association/)
- [Channel Island Shores](https://resorttrades.com/tag/channel-island-shores/)
- [San Clemente Cove](https://resorttrades.com/tag/san-clemente-cove/)
- [Cooperative Association of Resort Exchangers](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cooperative-association-of-resort-exchangers/) - Established in 1985, C.A.R.E. is one of the industry’s leading associations in ethical standards and value propositions. Its internationally diverse member base includes Resort Developers, Management and Exchange Companies, HOA’s, Travel Clubs and Wholesalers as well as industry suppliers bringing value-added revenue enhancement opportunities. Companies that possess rentable inventory or seek inventory for fulfillment set the foundation of C.A.R.E. with multiple advantageous scenarios for securing client vacations, increased inventory utilization and heightened yield management.
- [Endless Vacation Rentals](https://resorttrades.com/tag/endless-vacation-rentals/)
- [Matt Jones](https://resorttrades.com/tag/matt-jones/)
- [Southern California Beach Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/southern-california-beach-club/)
- [Streamline](https://resorttrades.com/tag/streamline/)
- [Youngcare](https://resorttrades.com/tag/youngcare/)
- [ResortCom International](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resortcom-international/)
- [Concord](https://resorttrades.com/tag/concord/)
- [Wyndham Worldwide Corporation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wyndham-worldwide-corporation/)
- [The Registry Collection](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-registry-collection/)
- [Magic Development](https://resorttrades.com/tag/magic-development/)
- [SPI Software](https://resorttrades.com/tag/spi-software/) - SPI is the preferred software for selling and managing timeshare properties, vacation ownership clubs, and resorts. SPI’s Orange timeshare software is a comprehensive suite of services that includes sales and marketing, property management, billing maintenance, and more. SPI is a global company with our software installed on five continents providing a breakthrough product based on over 40 years of industry experience. This includes an advanced user interface, all major integrations, and cloud-based extendible applications.
- [Fulcrum Partners LLC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/fulcrum-partners-llc/)
- [PerfectLinens](https://resorttrades.com/tag/perfectlinens/)
- [Spectrum Aquatics](https://resorttrades.com/tag/spectrum-aquatics/) - Since 1972, Spectrum Aquatics® has designed and manufactured high-quality custom rails, ADA lifts, and commercial grade pool deck equipment. Spectrum has innovative products, skilled employees, knowledgeable engineers, and excellent customer service and sales staff. We are pleased to offer the ultimate aquatic adventure experience for resorts with our Adventure Zone products including AquaZip’n, AquaNinja, Basketball Hoops, Pool Climbing Walls, Poolside slides, and more. Spectrum Aquatics provides exceptional support to our customers. We take pride in offering you top-notch service and assisting you in finding the best solutions to meet your individual requirements. We strive to consistently exceed expectations and be the total solution provider for your equipment needs. From inquiry to installation, Spectrum Aquatics is here for you, and the aquatics community.
- [PlayCore](https://resorttrades.com/tag/playcore/)
- [SolaRight Lighting](https://resorttrades.com/tag/solaright-lighting/)
- [CH Sales Incorporated](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ch-sales-incorporated/)
- [Mountain Loft](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mountain-loft/)
- [VRMA](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vrma/)
- [The Welk Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-welk-resort/)
- [Welk](https://resorttrades.com/tag/welk/)
- [Clark Rowley](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clark-rowley/)
- [LTRBA](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ltrba/)
- [Hilton Grand Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hilton-grand-vacations/)
- [Hyatt Residence Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hyatt-residence-club/)
- [Starwood Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/starwood-vacation-club/)
- [Four Seasons](https://resorttrades.com/tag/four-seasons/)
- [utility vehicle](https://resorttrades.com/tag/utility-vehicle/)
- [Hawks Cay Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hawks-cay-resort/)
- [Club Car](https://resorttrades.com/tag/club-car/)
- [the chess house](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-chess-house/)
- [chess house](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chess-house/)
- [chess](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chess/)
- [eOriginal](https://resorttrades.com/tag/eoriginal/)
- [Royal Holiday Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/royal-holiday-vacation-club/)
- [Wyndham Vacation Ownership](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wyndham-vacation-ownership/)
- [Holiday Inn Club Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/holiday-inn-club-vacations/)
- [Welk Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/welk-resorts/)
- [Hilton Worldwid](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hilton-worldwid/)
- [Inc](https://resorttrades.com/tag/inc/)
- [Interval Leisure Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/interval-leisure-group/)
- [Caribbean Palm Village Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/caribbean-palm-village-resort/)
- [Outrigger Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/outrigger-resorts/)
- [Outrigger Enterprises Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/outrigger-enterprises-group/)
- [Global Hotel Alliance](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-hotel-alliance/)
- [Silverleaf Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/silverleaf-resorts/)
- [Clean the World](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clean-the-world/)
- [Orange Lake Holdings](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orange-lake-holdings/)
- [Rental Network Software](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rental-network-software/)
- [The Rainmaker Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-rainmaker-group/)
- [InterContinental Hotels Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/intercontinental-hotels-group/)
- [Rimco Marketing Products](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rimco-marketing-products/)
- [Tuch Tablets](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tuch-tablets/)
- [Oömbaga](https://resorttrades.com/tag/oombaga/)
- [Colebrook Financial Company](https://resorttrades.com/tag/colebrook-financial-company/) - Colebrook Financial Company, focusing on timeshare lending, provides hypothecation and other financing products for small and mid-sized developers and can offer loans in amounts ranging from $100,000 to $30 million or more. We have an innovative approach to financing with rapid turnaround, personal service, and no committees. You’ll always talk to a principal: Bill Ryczek, Fred Dauch, Mark Raunikar and Tom Petrisko, each of whom has extensive timeshare lending experience.
- [staySky Vacation Clubs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/staysky-vacation-clubs/)
- [RequestMyEstoppel.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/requestmyestoppel-com/)
- [HoldMyEscrow.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/holdmyescrow-com/)
- [JiffyDocs.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jiffydocs-com/)
- [Canadian Resort Conference](https://resorttrades.com/tag/canadian-resort-conference/)
- [CRC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/crc/)
- [Executive Quest](https://resorttrades.com/tag/executive-quest/)
- [Jim Perkins](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jim-perkins/)
- [Keith Trowbridge](https://resorttrades.com/tag/keith-trowbridge/)
- [MasterCorp](https://resorttrades.com/tag/mastercorp/)
- [Freedom-Dynamics](https://resorttrades.com/tag/freedom-dynamics/)
- [EngageTravel](https://resorttrades.com/tag/engagetravel/)
- [Defender Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/defender-resorts/)
- [Casa Ybel Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/casa-ybel-resort/)
- [Customized Solutions](https://resorttrades.com/tag/customized-solutions/)
- [Gildersleeve Partners](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gildersleeve-partners/)
- [Global Perks Plus](https://resorttrades.com/tag/global-perks-plus/)
- [Breckenridge Grand Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/breckenridge-grand-vacations/)
- [Coast to Coast Designs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/coast-to-coast-designs/)
- [PACE](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pace/)
- [The Levitin Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-levitin-group/) - Shari Levitin is the author of the bestseller, Heart and Sell, a frequent contributor to Forbes, CEO Magazine, Huffington Post, and guest lecturer at Harvard. Shari started in the timeshare industry in 1997, and her team has increased revenues for companies like Wyndham, Hilton, and RCI in over 40 countries.
- [Commercial Recreation Specialists](https://resorttrades.com/tag/commercial-recreation-specialists/)
- [Vacation Resorts International](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vacation-resorts-international/) - Vacation Resorts International (VRI) is a full-service timeshare management company providing 35 years of innovation, success, best practices, and solutions to over 140 resorts throughout the United States. We have the resources and solutions to generate income for your resort through rentals, resales, and collections. We invite you to discuss your needs with us today!
- [Old Republic Timeshare Services](https://resorttrades.com/tag/old-republic-timeshare-services/)
- [Blackwell Recovery](https://resorttrades.com/tag/blackwell-recovery/) - Better debt recovery. You owe it to yourself. There’s no reason for your portfolio to suffer financial headaches from non-performing obligations. Through propriety software, a consumer-focused approach and innovative tactics, our customized solutions for recovering debt will minimize your delinquent accounts and maximize your portfolio’s performance. And in a tightly regulated industry, a debt recovery partner that puts compliance at the forefront is mandatory. Give us a call – we’re ready to pay you back.
- [Old Republic Title Insurance Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/old-republic-title-insurance-group/)
- [cuba](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cuba/)
- [Cuba Travel Services](https://resorttrades.com/tag/cuba-travel-services/)
- [Capital One](https://resorttrades.com/tag/capital-one/)
- [Hilton Grand Vacation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hilton-grand-vacation/)
- [Brand Tango](https://resorttrades.com/tag/brand-tango/)
- [Lamark Media Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lamark-media-group/)
- [national timeshare owners association](https://resorttrades.com/tag/national-timeshare-owners-association/)
- [interval interational](https://resorttrades.com/tag/interval-interational/)
- [interval leisuer group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/interval-leisuer-group/)
- [carryall](https://resorttrades.com/tag/carryall/)
- [wyndham worldwide](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wyndham-worldwide/)
- [trading places international](https://resorttrades.com/tag/trading-places-international/) - At Trading Places (TPI), customer service isn’t just a friendly voice; it’s offering what our members really want. TPI recognizes the outstanding performance of the vacation ownership industry and has developed, for over 40 years, a collection of vacation products and services which vacation owners, developers, and resort associations consider truly valuable – including our FREE Classic exchange membership allowing members to trade through TPI with no annual fee.
- [Vistana Signature Experiences](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vistana-signature-experiences/)
- [Westgate resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/westgate-resorts/)
- [diamond resorts international](https://resorttrades.com/tag/diamond-resorts-international/)
- [Club Las Calas](https://resorttrades.com/tag/club-las-calas/)
- [Sea shells beach club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sea-shells-beach-club/)
- [lifestyle holidays vacation club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lifestyle-holidays-vacation-club/)
- [Wakulla Suites](https://resorttrades.com/tag/wakulla-suites/)
- [American Resort Collection](https://resorttrades.com/tag/american-resort-collection/)
- [Karma Kandara](https://resorttrades.com/tag/karma-kandara/)
- [EDGECOAMERICA](https://resorttrades.com/tag/edgecoamerica/)
- [Orange Lake Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orange-lake-resorts/)
- [Art Center College of Design](https://resorttrades.com/tag/art-center-college-of-design/)
- [Clear on Black](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clear-on-black/)
- [Chalet High](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chalet-high/)
- [Noble Pine Products](https://resorttrades.com/tag/noble-pine-products/)
- [SteriFab](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sterifab/) - Approaching its 50th year on the market. STERIFAB continues to set new standards as it continues to be the only EPA registered product that both disinfects and kills bed bugs and other insects. This ready to use product is available in all 50 States and is ready to use. Available in pints, gallons and 5- gallon containers.
- [VSA Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vsa-resorts/)
- [Turf Feeding System](https://resorttrades.com/tag/turf-feeding-system/)
- [Applied Science Labs](https://resorttrades.com/tag/applied-science-labs/)
- [Rob Millisor Heart Health Walk](https://resorttrades.com/tag/rob-millisor-heart-health-walk/)
- [BGV](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bgv/)
- [VES](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ves/)
- [VES Creative](https://resorttrades.com/tag/ves-creative/)
- [RequestMyEstoppel](https://resorttrades.com/tag/requestmyestoppel/)
- [The Highlands Inn](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-highlands-inn/)
- [Hyatt Carmel Highlands](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hyatt-carmel-highlands/)
- [Marriott Vacations Worldwide](https://resorttrades.com/tag/marriott-vacations-worldwide/)
- [Women’s Venture Fund](https://resorttrades.com/tag/womens-venture-fund/)
- [NAVIS](https://resorttrades.com/tag/navis/)
- [HITEC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hitec/)
- [Vacation Management Service](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vacation-management-service/)
- [Tripbound](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tripbound/)
- [VRI Management](https://resorttrades.com/tag/vri-management/)
- [CLC World Resorts & Hotels](https://resorttrades.com/tag/clc-world-resorts-hotels/)
- [Jani-King](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jani-king/)
- [NetSuite Solution Provider Program](https://resorttrades.com/tag/netsuite-solution-provider-program/)
- [Sheraton Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sheraton-vacation-club/)
- [Westin Vacation Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/westin-vacation-club/)
- [TripAdvisor](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tripadvisor/)
- [The Bachelorette](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-bachelorette/)
- [C2 Limited Design Associates](https://resorttrades.com/tag/c2-limited-design-associates/)
- [Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide](https://resorttrades.com/tag/starwood-hotels-resorts-worldwide/)
- [Shawbrook Bank](https://resorttrades.com/tag/shawbrook-bank/)
- [survey](https://resorttrades.com/tag/survey/)
- [Newsweek](https://resorttrades.com/tag/newsweek/)
- [Corporate Social Responsibility](https://resorttrades.com/tag/corporate-social-responsibility/)
- [Holiday Inn Club Vac ations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/holiday-inn-club-vac-ations/)
- [Orange Lake Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/orange-lake-resort/)
- [RiverWalk Resort](https://resorttrades.com/tag/riverwalk-resort/)
- [ResortCom](https://resorttrades.com/tag/resortcom/)
- [Diamond Resorts Internationa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/diamond-resorts-internationa/)
- [Apollo Global Management](https://resorttrades.com/tag/apollo-global-management/)
- [National American Advertising Federation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/national-american-advertising-federation/)
- [Bobby Coates](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bobby-coates/)
- [Sundance Vacations](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sundance-vacations/)
- [Gemstone Hotel & Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gemstone-hotel-resorts/)
- [LLC](https://resorttrades.com/tag/llc/)
- [Topnotch Resort & Spa](https://resorttrades.com/tag/topnotch-resort-spa/)
- [CHI](https://resorttrades.com/tag/chi/)
- [Hard Rock International](https://resorttrades.com/tag/hard-rock-international/)
- [ARDA World](https://resorttrades.com/tag/arda-world/)
- [King's Creek Plantation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/kings-creek-plantation/)
- [Sea Shells Beach Clu](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sea-shells-beach-clu/)
- [Terra & Mar Privilege](https://resorttrades.com/tag/terra-mar-privilege/)
- [Elara](https://resorttrades.com/tag/elara/)
- [Lantern Asset Management](https://resorttrades.com/tag/lantern-asset-management/)
- [BFC Financial Corporatio](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bfc-financial-corporatio/)
- [Bluegreen Corporation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bluegreen-corporation/)
- [Bluegreen](https://resorttrades.com/tag/bluegreen/)
- [Starpoint Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/starpoint-resorts/)
- [Club Lacosta Resorts and Hotels](https://resorttrades.com/tag/club-lacosta-resorts-and-hotels/)
- [Accor Premiere Vacation](https://resorttrades.com/tag/accor-premiere-vacation/)
- [Accumen Sales and Marketing Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/accumen-sales-and-marketing-group/)
- [Maryland Timeshare Act](https://resorttrades.com/tag/maryland-timeshare-act/)
- [SellaTimeshare.com](https://resorttrades.com/tag/sellatimeshare-com/)
- [Timeshare Board Members Association](https://resorttrades.com/tag/timeshare-board-members-association/)
- [TBMA](https://resorttrades.com/tag/tbma/)
- [Anthony Reilly](https://resorttrades.com/tag/anthony-reilly/)
- [Paul Hardingham](https://resorttrades.com/tag/paul-hardingham/)
- [Andrew Stuart](https://resorttrades.com/tag/andrew-stuart/)
- [Thomas Landen](https://resorttrades.com/tag/thomas-landen/)
- [Gareth Dunlop](https://resorttrades.com/tag/gareth-dunlop/)
- [The Bushkill Group](https://resorttrades.com/tag/the-bushkill-group/)
- [Aqua-Aston Hospitality](https://resorttrades.com/tag/aqua-aston-hospitality/)
- [Long Point Beach Club](https://resorttrades.com/tag/long-point-beach-club/)
- [atPlay Adventures](https://resorttrades.com/tag/atplay-adventures/)
- [FARROW Commercial Construction](https://resorttrades.com/tag/farrow-commercial-construction/)
- [James T. Wilson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/james-t-wilson/)
- [Jack Richardson](https://resorttrades.com/tag/jack-richardson/)
- [SMOV](https://resorttrades.com/tag/smov/)
- [Yolanda Muller](https://resorttrades.com/tag/yolanda-muller/)
- [Averett Warmus Durkee](https://resorttrades.com/tag/averett-warmus-durkee/)
- [Pikachu24](https://resorttrades.com/tag/pikachu24/)
- [Starwood Hotels & Resorts](https://resorttrades.com/tag/starwood-hotels-resorts/)