Dear Owner,

Welcome to the January issue of the Aviawest & Pacific Shores Owner’s Newsletter.

Let's start off the New Year by announcing our next round of winners in the 2004/2005 Owner Referral Contest.

Then, we’re very happy to announce a price decrease for RCI exchange rates (yes – we said DE-crease!)

And find out how our spa has joined with hundreds of other spas across the country to help raise money for the Red Cross Tsunami Relief Fund.

Looking forward to a wonderful 2005!

Gayle Miller,
Lead Owner Liaison

P.S. Check out the great bonus time specials!


Travel Journal
From the editor... Congratulations to M & B Stebbings, who win a $100 gift certificate to the Landing Grill or Aquaterre Spa. Submit your own travel experience for your chance to win.
  Checking the weather in Paris

Bonnie is checking the weather from our suite. A short walk from “La Tour” itself, we used our RCI points to stay at this charming little family ‘pension’ on the left bank in Paris last September (2004). Two blocks from a daily street market and numerous cosy little gourmet restaurants, we really enjoyed our stay in France’s capital filling every available moment with visits to the many places of interest within comfortable walking distance.

We saw Mona Lisa and much more in the Louvre, Van Gogh and contemporaries in the Musee d’Orsay, the majestic shrine of Notredame, the famed Paris Opera House but no phantom! and the... keep reading

Fresh from The Landing West Coast Grill
Featured Recipe Featured Recipe

Landing Braised Short Ribs

...mmm, make room for another delicious recipe shared exclusively with our owners!

What's Happening
RCI Rate Decreases!
With the Canadian dollar soaring, RCI has changed the RCI exchange fees.

See full list of revised rates! Click here

Weeks Info Session
You’ve asked about the options that points provide. Here’s your chance to learn more about the system & find out if switching to Points is right for you! Join us, in Victoria, January 25th - 7:00 PM

Call 1.866.769.6377 to hold your spot!

Parkside Victoria - Over 50% Sold!

* Great selection of suites available
* Priced from $92,000
* Mortgageable over 25 years
* Perfect retirement plan
* Generate 55,000 - 1,000,000 RCI Points annually

www.parksidevictoria.com or call 1.877.444.4144

At the Spa - HELPING HANDS
AquaTerre Spa Announces Program to Raise Funds for Tsunami Relief.

On January 27th, we'll be donating 50% of all revenues to the Red Cross... keep reading

$20,000 Owner Referral
Prize Giveaway!


Congratulations to our second group of lucky winners!!

  • 20,000 Bonus Points - Kenneth & Sylvia Davidson
  • Maintenance fees paid - James & Loida Muller
  • RCI Exchange fee Paid - Mark & Deanna Tuplin
  • Experience Ucluelet - Gary & Ann Blanken
  • $50 Gift Certificate for Landing or Spa
    - Valerie Robinson & Richard Kroeker
    - Ken & Kate Ireland
    - Gordon & Monica Dumont
    - Walter and Noreen Binder
    - Josh & Jenneka Terry

Don’t miss your chance to take home your share of the $20,000 prize giveaway!

Our next draw takes place April 15th, 2005. You can submit referrals

Online: www.aviawest.com/referralcontest
E-mail: referral@aviawest.com
Phone: 1.888.777.9091

For every referral you send who views an Aviawest property, you will receive one entry. For every referral who purchases, you will receive 5 more entries!

Important Phone Numbers, Websites & E-mail Addresses


Owner Services:
Concierge Services:
1.866.769.6377   1. 877.716.7070
owner@aviawest.com   concierge@aviawest.com
www.aviawest.com/owner    
     

Owner Referrals:
RCI Points:
1.888.777.9091   1.877.968.7476
referral@aviawest.com   www.rci.com
www.aviawest.com/referral    
       
  Reservations:    
  1.866.986.2222    
Aviawest Resorts
Pacific Shores Resort & Spa
You Asked – We Listened!
In response to the many requests we’ve received, we’re changing our Owner Referral Program.

Starting Feb 1, 2005, when your referral purchases, you will receive 20,000 Points!!

For complete details of the new Referral Program rewards and to submit referrals, click here.

If you have any questions, contact us at 1.877.777.9091
Bonus Time

At Aviawest at the Pacific Rim (formerly, Tauca Lea)


Wow – take advantage of this one!! The haunting beauty of the west coast will leave you breathless…

1 bedroom – only $90
(save 50%)

2 bedroom – only $125
(save 50%)

-Valid until March 26th, 2005
-Book today - no "within 72 hour” restrictions.
-2 night min for Sat night stays.

Call 1.888.777.9091 or email owner@aviawest.com

Last Minute Specials

RCI Last minute Specials

Lake Okanagan Resort
Kelowna, B.C.
Check in: 02/06/05 - 02/20/05
Check-in: 02/27/05 - 03/06/05
Points: 8,500

Radium Valley Vacation Resort
Radium Hot Springs, B.C.
Check-in: 02/06/05 - 02/13/05
Points: 8,500

Reef Club Resort
Queensland, Australia
Check-in: 02/12/05 - 02/19/05
Points: 9,000

Harbour Inn & Resort Club
Brechin, Ontario
Check-in: 02/13/05 - 02/20/05
Check-in: 02/26/05 - 03/05/05
Points: 8,500

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

Vancouver Workshops

We’re hoping to hop over to the mainland this year to offer Owner Education nights. Watch for details in the coming months.

Are You “In the Know?”

Join us for one of our winter workshops to learn how to maximize your ownership! Enjoy an evening of learning with our Owner Liaison’s Gayle and Christina. Due to the popularity of these workshops, you must RSVP to hold your spot!

Call 1.866.769.6377 or
e-mail owner@aviawest.com


Valentine's Day Gift Idea
This year pamper your loved one with a Gift certificate from the Spa

Call 1.888.444.4144
We’re Here to Help!
Do you know our Concierge department can book ferries, transportation, golf, fishing, whale watching or other activities prior to your arrival.

email concierge@aviawest.com
Your Online Resource
Find out about owner events, current contests, resort reviews, RCI tips, past newsletters & more at www.aviawest.com/owner
Introducing…

Greg, our newest addition to the team at Aquaterre Spa. A massage therapist for 12 years, Greg has worked in some of the top spas in the region.

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 Newsletter. Our next exciting issue will be coming in mid-February