January 2008 Owner News A new year at Aviawest brings excitement and growth to our little corner of Vancouver Island. To kick things off, we have a spotlight on renos at Pacific Shores and some details on RCI's latest cruise addition. And it's not too late for a winter getaway, so we're helping you daydream with a Hawaiian Travel Journal. In this issue look for: Your maintenance fees at work at Pacific Shores! Canadian Cruising with RCI Travel Journal from Hawaii Vacation Ownership and Travel News Latest Owner Referral draw winners All the Best for the New Year, Gayle Miller Director of Owner Services

Your maintenance fees at work at Pacific Shores!
Looking back at notable moments in 2007, we're bringing you some images from last summer's renovation of the 300 Block.

Travel Journal
Congratulations to Valerie Wall, who won a $100 gift certificate to The Landing Grill or AquaTerre Spa.
	"In 2007 our family made Hawaii our holiday destination not once or twice, but four times!" Submit your own story for your chance to win.
Manta ray on the Kona Coast

Vacation Ownership and Travel News
Consumer trend lists for 2008 December 27, 2007 - National Post - Toronto, Ontario Love lists? We all do but catching a trend can make you a fortune. Here are a couple of lists... Winter Golfers Hit the Greens at Luxury Residence Clubs December 26, 2007 - Helium Report - San Francisco, California The arrival of winter means one thing to golf enthusiasts: Time to pack up the clubs and head south. Luxury golf residence clubs with fractional ownership... Time-share sales take off December 26, 2007 - Boston Herald - Boston, Massachusetts As most travelers know, it's almost impossible to visit a vacation spot these days and not get approached by a time-share salesperson. After an industry overhaul, the time-share business is booming. Westin to open several new properties in India December 15, 2007 - IndUS Business Journal - Waltham, Massachusetts Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide Inc. will manage three new Westin hotels in India - The Westin Hyderabad, Mindspace; The Westin Pune, Koregaon Park; and The Westin Kolkata, Rajarhat. The world's most romantic ski resorts December 14, 2007 - MSNBC - USA At fractional ownership properties such as Residences at the Chateaux, the staff keeps record of their guests' preferences, special needs and even their birthdays. They offer the "second home" experience plus... Canadians find a place in the sun December 14, 2007 - Financial Post - Toronto, Ontario This year, Tony Piccinato and his wife will drive from their home in Windsor, to their condo in Florida to spend Christmas with family. In order to accommodate...

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Featured Article

Canadian Cruising with RCI

RCI announced one of it's first Canadian cruise affiliates on December 12, 2007.

Last Minute Vacations

Are you available on short notice? Try a Last Minute Vacation and take advantage of fantastic deals.

Sample Packages:

Harbour Inn & Resort Club
Brechin, Ontario
Date: 02/16/08 - 02/23/08
Points: 8,500

Lake Chelan Shores
Chelan, Washington
Date: 02/08/08 - 02/15/08
Points: 7,500

Ischia Uno Residence
Forio d'Ischia, Italy
Date: 02/14/08 - 02/21/08
Points: 7,500

Hilton Suites
Porlamar, Venezuela
Date: 02/16/08 - 02/23/08
Points: 8,000

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

Memories & Referrals

Congratulations to Craig and Brenda Hammond who won the November Owner Referral draw for a Kodak Easy Share SV811 Digital Picture Frame.

Learn more and submit referrals. Or email referral@aviawest.com or phone 1.888.777.9091.

Owner Education Nights

These popular workshops fill up fast, so please book in advance. Please call us at 1.866.769.6377 or email owner@aviawest.com for more details and to reserve seats.

	Parksville	Victoria
Feb	20	26
Mar	19	25
Apr	16	22

Call for dates in Vancouver and Nanaimo.

Wine Maker's Dinner

The Landing West Coast Grill is pleased to announce the first Wine Maker's Dinner of 2008 will be held Jan. 24 at 7 pm. Wines from Sumac Ridge Winery will be presented by our special guest of honour, Harry Mcwatters.

Seats are by reservation only and must be secured by a credit card. Dinner is $70 per person, including wine, tax, and gratuities. Space is limited, please call 1.888.640.7799 for reservations.

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