Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq:IILG), announced that Pinamar Family Resort and El Aljibe Casas de Campo in Argentina have joined its exchange network. The properties are situated in the exclusive beach resort town of Pinamar, in the Buenos Aires Province, and the scenic Traslasierra Valley, in Cordoba.

“These resorts offer memorable vacation experiences in two popular Argentinean destinations and we are very pleased to welcome them to our global network,” said Marcos Agostini, Interval’s vice president of resort sales and service for Latin America. “Our members now have the opportunity to enjoy seaside holidays or authentic rural getaways in beautiful settings.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has exceeded expectations with Club Interval Gold^SM, a points-based exchange and membership program designed specifically for owners of fixed- or floating-week timeshares. Since the spring launch, 16 resort developer clients, representing 25 timeshare resorts, are selling the program and reporting measurable sales increases.

“Club Interval Gold represents the ultimate in transaction flexibility and is a valuable sales tool that makes the vacation ownership product even more desirable to new purchasers and existing owners,” said David Gilbert, Interval’s executive vice president of resort sales and marketing.

Gilbert’s enthusiasm is echoed by Travis Taylor, project director at Williamsburg Plantation in Virginia’s historic Colonial Williamsburg area. “Club Interval Gold has been an asset to the sales process — customers really enjoy the flexibility and transparency. It offers so many options, that members can use their ownership more often.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), has added to its quality vacation exchange network with the affiliation of MIA at Riviera Maya. The fractional property is near the popular resort towns of Cancun and Playa del Carmen and includes three-bedroom villas with large terraces overlooking the Caribbean Sea.

“We are happy to be working with Destinos Turísticos de Playa Pepempich as it launches its first project,” said Marcos Agostini, Interval’s vice president of resort sales and service for Latin America. “Located in a former fishing village, MIA offers members a relaxing experience and easy access to the unspoiled beaches, nature parks, ecological reserves, and archaeological sites in the area.” 

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq:IILG), has added to its exchange network the Ocean Two Resort and Residences in Barbados. The beachfront resort is situated on the south coast of the island, known for its natural beauty and warm year-round climate.

“We are delighted to enter into a business relationship with Ocean Hotels and to affiliate its latest purpose-built condominium resort,” noted David Gilbert, executive vice president of resort sales and marketing for Interval International. “This is one of the newest properties to open on the island and it is representative of the quality product that Interval members expect.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval Leisure Group (“ILG”) has announced results for the three months ended June 30, 2011.

SECOND QUARTER 2011 HIGHLIGHTS

– ILG Board of Directors authorized a $25 million share repurchase program

– ILG consolidated revenue increased by 3.9% year over year, driven by a 26.2% increase in Management and Rental segment revenue

– Interval Network new member volume grew by 13.4% year-to-date compared to 2010

– Interval International added 11 new resort affiliations

– Free cash flow of $50.7 million year to date

“Throughout the second quarter, we maintained our commitment to investing in ILG for future success. As such, we have determined that a stock repurchase program is an effective way to utilize our strong balance sheet and demonstrate our confidence in the long-term value of Interval Leisure Group,” said Craig M. Nash, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Interval Leisure Group.

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), announced that Interval Travel has achieved Gold Excel status with Princess Cruises. This milestone places the agency among the top revenue producers in the U.S. and Canada in 2010.

“We’re proud to be among Princess Cruises’ elite partners and earn recognition for our cruise advisors’ outstanding sales performance,” said Raul Estrada, Interval’s senior vice president of global member services. “Our members enjoy cruising and we’re very pleased to offer them the high-quality travel experience for which Princess is renowned.”

“Princess Cruises is very pleased to acknowledge Interval Travel with this prestigious distinction and congratulate them for delivering such exceptional results,” said Mary Irene Jencen, Princess Cruises’ district sales manager, Miami to Fort Myers, Florida. “We look forward to continuing our long and mutually successful relationship.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), announced the affiliation of Naima Village. Tucked into the countryside with views of the Mediterranean, the resort is located in the town of Castellaneta on the Salento Peninsula, in the south east of Italy.

“Naima Village will enjoy a picture-perfect setting — surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, with majestic sea views from the Ionian coast,” said Darren Ettridge, Interval’s vice president of resort sales and service for Europe, Middle East, and Africa. “I know Interval members will love the rich history and scenic beauty of this area, a part of Italy that remains off-the-beaten-path for most holidaymakers outside of Italy.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating business of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), is again proud to be a Platinum sponsor of the Resort Development Organisation (RDO) Conference. The event will be held from the 26th to 28th September at the Don Carlos Resort and Spa in Marbella, Spain.

“Last year’s RDO Conference was a tremendous success and it is our pleasure to support this year’s event,” said Darren Ettridge, Interval’s vice president of resort sales and service for Europe, Middle East, and Africa and its representative on the RDO Board. “We look forward to playing our usual full part in the organisation of the conference and also in taking an active role during the event.”

The rest of this article is for registered users only.
Login now or Register Free Here for full access to all articles, groups and forums.

First Bangladesh Property Added to Global Exchange Network

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), announced that Bengal Vacation Club at Sea Pearl Beach Resort and Spa has selected its quality global exchange network. The resort is the first affiliated property in Bangladesh and will be situated in Cox’s Bazar, one of area’s most popular tourist destinations.

Due for completion in October 2011, Sea Pearl Beach will offer guests miles of golden sands on the world’s longest natural white sand beach, which slopes down to the blue waters of the Bay of Bengal. Plans include a mixture of studios, one- and two-bedroom units with sea views. The resort is being built to adhere to eco-friendly standards that embody the principles of “recycle, renew, reuse, reduce, and rethink.”

“Bangladesh has a population of some 160 million and is visited by a large number of tourists from all over the world,” said Joe Hickman, Interval International’s executive director for Asia Pacific. “Easily accessible by air and road, we believe Sea Pearl and its spectacular beachfront location will offer our members an appealing new holiday choice.”

The facilities are expected to include a clubhouse, cinema, restaurants featuring a variety of cuisines, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and health club. Nearby amenities are boat rentals, horseback riding, and a selection of local restaurants. The beach is bordered by hills that run parallel to the sea for almost its entire length; towering cliffs; colourful, ancient pagodas; and Hindu temples that make it a natural attraction. Adding to the area’s charm are waterfalls, coral islands, and tribal villages.

“We are pioneering the timeshare concept in Bangladesh and want to provide high-quality exchanges,” observed Aminul Haque,chairman and chief executive officer of Sea Pearl Beach Resort and Spa Ltd, the developer of Bengal Vacation Club. “We decided to affiliate with Interval because we found its exchange and marketing programmes to be very effective and its quality network will complement our image. Their decision makers are very forthcoming and helpful, and we plan to affiliate our future resorts with Interval as well.”

About Interval International
Interval International operates membership programs for vacationers and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in Miami, Florida, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market for more than 34 years. Today, Interval has an exchange network of more than 2,500 resorts in over 75 nations. Through offices in 15 countries, Interval offers high-quality products and benefits to resort clients and approximately 2 million families who are enrolled in various membership programs. Interval is an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), a leading global provider of membership and leisure services to the vacation industry.

Interval International, a prominent worldwide provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq: IILG), today announced the addition of Cayena Golf Club in the Dominican Republic to its exchange network. Currently under construction, the vacation ownership resort will be located in Bavaro, Punta Cana, a popular tourism destination on the island’s east coast.

“With multiple golf courses within an hour’s drive, the Punta Cana area of the Dominican Republic is becoming a mecca for golfers in the Caribbean,” said Marcos Agostini, vice president, Latin America, resort sales and service, Interval International. “This makes Cayena Golf Club a perfect retreat for members who are both avid golfers and want to enjoy the island’s other great activities.”

The planned one-, two- and three-bedroom units will feature a full kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, washer/dryer, a private balcony or terrace, and will be equipped with satellite TV, a DVD player, and high-speed Internet.

“We are excited to offer owners at our latest property the opportunity to enjoy Interval’s valuable leisure benefits and services, including the ability to stay at the high-quality resorts around the world that are part of the company’s exchange network,” said Juan Ramon Fernandez Abiega of Cayena Golf, Inc., the resort developer.

Amenities available on-site and nearby will include a restaurant and bar, large sundeck, pool and kids pool, fitness center with sauna, spa services, game room, and convenience store. Guests can take a complimentary shuttle to the spectacular beaches and the White Sands golf course in close proximity. Additionally, there are multiple restaurants, designer shops, and vibrant nightlife in the town of Bavaro. Cayena Golf Club is only 30 minutes from the Punta Cana International Airport.

Interval International operates membership programs for vacationers and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in Miami, Florida, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market for more than 34 years. Today, Interval has an exchange network of more than 2,500 resorts in over 75 nations. Through offices in 15 countries, Interval offers high-quality products and benefits to resort clients and approximately 2 million families who are enrolled in various membership programs. Interval is an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IILG), a leading global provider of membership and leisure services to the vacation industry.