February 2006 Owner News

Happy Valentine's Day from your Owner Services team!

In this issue we're bringing you ideas for romance, travel and indulgent treats. If you've been following construction at Parkside and Pacific Shores, we've got the scoop there too.

In this month's Owner News:

Valentine's Features:

Affectionately Yours,

Gayle Miller
Director of Owner Services

Progress at Parkside and Pacific Shores

While spring has sprung on Vancouver Island, excavation is nearly complete at Parkside and well underway at Pacific Shores. Read more.

Travel Journal

From the editor... Congratulations to Keith and Elizabeth Smith, who won a $100 gift certificate to The Landing Grill or AquaTerre Spa.

"A timeline through 300 years of history was among the delights of this area..." Keep reading.

Submit your own story for your chance to win.

Fresh from The Landing West Coast Grill

Featured Recipe

'Chocolate Mascarpone Mousse with Bananas'

Spoil your sweetheart with this sweet treat.

(visit our web site at www.landinggrill.com)

For Lovers Only In San Francisco

San Francisco is made for romance. Couples will score top marks with this Top 10... read more.

What's Happening

	RCI Travel Tips Geri Bain shares ideas to make any trip a romantic escape. Read more about Planning for Romance. www.rci.com
	At Pacific Shores Did you know that Pacific Shores rents rooms just like a hotel? If you know someone who'd like to try Pacific Shores on for size, but doesn't want to tour quite yet, they can book a room any time. Call 1.250.468.7121 www.pacific-shores.com
	At The Landing The Chef's Showcase each Thursday is now a 5 course dinner including coffee or tea. $35 per person, call 250.468.2400 for reservations. Call 1.250.468.2400 www.landinggrill.com
	At AquaTerre Spa Introducing the SpaShare program. To show our appreciation, we'll reward you with a complimentary spa service for every 3 new referrals. And watch for AquaTerre's new web site coming soon. Call 1.250.468.2404 or 1.888.441.4442 for details. www.aquaterre.net

Important Phone Numbers, Web Sites & Email Address

	Owner Services:		RCI Points:
	1.866.769.6377		1.877.968.7476
	owner@aviawest.com		www.rci.com
	www.aviawest.com/owner

	Owner Referrals:		RCI Points Partners:
	1.888.777.9091		Cruises
	referral@aviawest.com		Cash Deals
	www.aviawest.com/referral

	Reservations:		Concierge Services:
	1.866.986.2222		1. 877.716.7070
			concierge@aviawest.com

Last Minute Specials

If you can be flexible with your destination, RCI Last Minute Specials can be a real steal.

Sample Packages:

Makuti Hotel & Resort
Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Check-in: 03/25/06 - 04/01/06
Points: 8,000

King's Creek Plantation
Williamsburg, VA
Check-in: 03/23/06 - 03/30/06
Points: 8,500

Balaia Park
Albufeira, Portugal
Check-in: 03/25/06 - 04/01/06
Points: 6,500

Lake Okanagan Resort
Kelowna, BC
Check-in: 03/19/06 - 03/26/06
Points: 6,500

NOTE: Please call RCI to check availability as these deals sell out fast! 1.877.968.7476.

Try these sites for the best deal on airfare:

Refer to Win Win Win!

Could you picture yourself zipping up the coast in an Audi TT?

Don't forget, grand prize of an Audi TT is still up for grabs!

Our Latest Winners:

Robert and Colleen D
"California Beauty" Facial and Foot Spa package.
John and Jutta M
$50 Aviawest certificate
Gabriel and Heather V
$50 Aviawest certificate
John and Lois B
$50 Aviawest certificate

Stay tuned for more prizes in the 2005/2006 Owner Referral
Giveaway.

To submit referrals:
referral@avaiwest.com
1.888.777.9091
aviawest.com/referral

Stretch Your Travel $

Make sure you get the most out of your holiday dollars.

Attend an Owner Education night for up-to-date expertise.

In Parksville: 3rd Wednesday each month
Mar 15 Apr 19	May 17 Jun 21

In Victoria: 4th Wednesday each month
Mar 22 Apr 26	May 24 Jun 28

Seating is limited, so please book in advance. Email owner@aviawest.com or call 1.866.769.6377 to reserve your spot today!

This is your newsletter, let us know what you think!
Letters, stories, photos and suggestions are welcomed. Send contributions to news@aviawest.com.

Thanks for reading this issue of Aviawest Owner News. Our next exciting issue will be coming in mid-March.