August 2007 Owner News
The sun is shining and it's great grilling weather here on Vancouver Island. We're putting the finishing touches on plans for our 3rd Annual Owner Barbeque (final details below). Be sure to RSVP right away!
In features, we're all about Europe this month with a profile of Portugal by request and a Travel Journal from Austria.
In this issue look for:
- 3rd Annual Owner BBQ - September 9th
- Travel Journal from Mondi-Holiday Grundlsee, Austria
- Vacation Ownership and Travel News
- Touring Portugal - By Request
- Last Minute Vacations
- RCI Tip of the Month
- Renos from Referrals
Best Wishes,
Gayle Miller
Director of Owner Services
Psst - Have you heard that the new vacation homes are almost finished at Pacific Shores? Check them out in person next time you visit or catch the latest news and photos on homes.pacific-shores.com.
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Here we are again, with the Annual Owner's Barbeque just around the corner. Staff are buzzing at Pacific Shores and Owner Services, all preparing for the big day.
We have some fabulous items to bid on again during our auction. Bruce Williams will be back to host our event and help us to raise the bar on the amount that we achieved last year. Let's try to make this a $10,000 year for the Nanaimo and District Hospital Foundation. It always feels good to support our local hospital. You never know when you, family or friends will need to depend on their facility.
As we mentioned, our food service is in good hands this year with our new Landing staff. We can't wait to have you test your taste buds again, and we plan to satisfy your hunger without the long food lines. Our event will commence at 1 pm and end at 5 pm.
How are you doing with the photos and videos of your memories that you created while your on an exciting Aviawest holiday?
Come prepared to see interesting ways to save and work with your photos.
Don't forget that there is an RSVP this year and that you need to get your names in quickly. Our cut off date this year is August 16th, which is just around the corner. Be sure to submit your names so that there is room for you to attend.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Owner Education team at 1.866.769.6377. We look very forward to seeing you at Pacific Shores on September 9th!
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From the editor... Congratulations to David Greene, who won a $100 gift certificate to The Landing Grill or AquaTerre Spa.
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"Mists rising off a pristine lake wedged between rock-walled..." keep reading.
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A Slice of the Good Life
July 22, 2007 - San Francisco Chronicle - San Francisco, California
Fractional ownership is the latest twist... complete article
The lure of the modern timeshare: a vacation the kids will want to go on
July 18, 2007 - Baltimore Sun - Baltimore, Maryland
Pay for it, and they will come.
That was the... complete article
Backyard vacation
July 15, 2007 - The Boston Globe - Boston, Massachusetts
Looking for an affordable second house and... complete article
Comparing Second Home Alternatives
July 9, 2007 - Helium Report - San Francisco, California
When deciding what is right for you, consider... complete article
Your own piece of heaven
July 4, 2007 - Globe and Mail - Canada
'Vacation ownership is a lot like having a 401K," quips... complete article
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Sunshine and cyan waters are just the tip of Portugal's allure for vacationers... read more.
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Are you available on short notice? Try a Last Minute Vacation and take advantage of some fantastic deals.
Pueblo Bonito Resort
at Sunset Beach
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Date: 09/08/2007 - 09/15/2007
Points: 8,500
Melia Panama Canal
Colon, Panama
Date: 08/25/2007 - 09/01/2007
Points: 8,000
Berkshire on the Ocean
Delray Beach, Florida
Date: 09/01/2007 - 09/08/2007
Points: 7,500
Club La Pension
New Orleans, Louisiana
Date: 09/07/2007 - 09/14/2007
Points: 6,500
NOTE: Please call RCI to check availability as these deals sell out fast! 1.877.968.7476.
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For holidays within the US, RCI can connect you to free information packages from popular destinations, resorts and attractions.
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We're nearing the end of our 2006/2007 Owner Referral Giveaway.
Don't miss your chance to win a custom home renovation worth up to $50,000!
The easy to use form is aviawest.com/home-reno.
Let our Owner Referral team know if you have any questions or if you'd like to submit referrals over the phone.
Call 1.888.777.9091 or email referral@aviawest.com.
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