Shared ownership holidays endure in popularity with travellers. Shared ownership holidays include stays at timeshare and fractional properties. Travellers have been enjoying these types of breaks for almost 50 years.
Promising a lifetime of great holidays for a one-off fee, they have long been a way to liberate luxury when travelling.
They give travellers plenty of choice, flexibility and value at destinations all over the world.
If you own timeshare or fractional, you’ll find lots of information, resources and news on it here. If you’re not very familiar with shared ownership holidays or are new to it, perhaps start with our Shared Ownership Tips and Resources or our Shared Ownership Consumer Guides below, to find out more.
This page is sponsored by RCI, a holiday exchange company we’ve enjoyed a long association with. We’ve also stayed in many RCI affiliated resorts over the years. Here’s a word from them…
RCI has been helping its member families get away from the cares of the work-a-day world for more than 40 years. With 4,500 resorts in more than 100 countries, it offers the widest choice of holiday experiences of any holiday exchange company. From the fun in the sun, sea and sand break, to a getaway in a mountain retreat, or a relaxing lakeside hideaway, there is a holiday to suit everyone in RCI’s exchange network.
Also, as part of the leading international hospitality group, Wyndham Worldwide, RCI is able to give its members access to properties of much-loved brands such as James Villa Holidays, Hoseasons and cottages4you. If you love your holidays, enjoy spacious, home from home accommodation in prime locations, RCI is the answer. Quality, choice and value underpin the RCI holiday experience and, combined with great flexibility in holiday planning, you are in control of getting the best out of your precious holiday time and your timeshare ownership.
Despite being the world’s largest exchange holiday company, RCI maintains its family values, putting timeshare-owning members at the heart of everything it does. More than 1,350 RCI Guides ensure members get the service and holidays they deserve – and we think they deserve the best.
LATEST SHARED OWNERSHIP STORIES
Luxurious resort Whittlebury Park joins RCI
RCI has announced a new affiliation with family-owned Northamptonshire resort, Whittlebury Park. Set in a 600-acre estate, Whittlebury Park Estate is a luxurious retreat, featuring an award-winning 254-bedroom four-star hotel; a conference and training centre; five dining outlets; a 36-hole Championship golf course and luxurious spa facilities. Continue reading...Why we all love sharing our travels on social media
As the summer months slide by, many of us can admit to feeling just a smidgen of envy when, as we work on our less-than-glamorous daily activities, we sneak a look at Facebook and Instagram, only to see that suddenly everyone else appears to be on holiday.
Yep, all of them. They’re on sun-kissed beaches, showing off their tans, sipping cooling cocktails and generally having a wonderful time. “Curse them and their hot dog leg photos”, you think.
Thankfully, this is quickly followed by the comforting thought that, before you know it, it will be your turn.
So, you graciously bestow a ‘Like’ against their sunny snaps because, after all, it is a gorgeous picture of a Spanish sunset, and that margarita does look delicious. And so continues the cycle…
All-inclusive RCI resorts voted among best in the world
Travel review site, TripAdvisor, has released its 2014 list of the top 25 all-inclusive resorts in the world – and seven resorts affiliated to RCI have been put into the limelight for their great facilities.
The prestigious list is based on first-hand reviews from guests that have stayed at the resorts around the world and assessed their facilities, accommodation and more. Those in the top 25 all-inclusive resorts include resorts in some of RCI’s most exotic destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico.
Timeshares – they are a changing
If you have read about timeshare and think you know all about it, think again. Timeshare resort developers have been listening to what their owners have been telling them they like about their timeshare ownerships. And what they think could be done better.
The feedback from owners was clear – timeshare had to change. After several years of investment in research and product development, many timeshare resort developers, such as the Portuguese-based Pestana Vacation Club, have launched new, flexible short-term ownerships that provide the very best of the timeshare experience to today’s purchaser, packaged exactly the way they want it.
Why do millions of people choose RCI exchange holidays?
If you buy a timeshare, in becoming an owner it’s important to be sure you’ve bought at the right resort. And it can be right for you for many reasons.
Perhaps you love the quality of the resort and its location, or like the especially excellent options for exchange it brings your family. Exchanging or swapping your timeshare opens you up to a world of different holiday opportunities, but all exchange companies tell you they offer a variety of options… So why would you choose to become an RCI member and use RCI exchange?
RCI has been in the business of timeshare exchange holidays for 40 years and has nearly 4,500 affiliated resorts in its exchange programme in more than 100 countries around the world. Whether it’s a luxurious beach break, a cultural retreat, being at one with nature or an exciting last-minute getaway – there’s an RCI exchange holiday for every traveller.
Domina Vacanze brings la dolce vita to RCI
Italy, with its captivating history, ancient towns, delicious cuisine and fruity wines, has been enticing visitors to its shores for decades. And thousands of people have enjoyed true Italian style by holidaying with family-owned hospitality company Domina Vacanze.
Throughout this land of culture, history and exquisite landscapes, Domina Vacanze, which celebrates its 25th anniversary this year, has become one of Italy’s much-loved iconic brands, with luxury hotels tailored to those who appreciate quality, good service and value.
Looking for hotels in Zell am See? Join the Club
Skiers, hikers and spa lovers have long headed to Austria. One of its most popular regions is Salzburgerland where there are many quality hotels in Zell am See and other nearby towns.
40 new timeshare resorts added by RCI
It’s been a busy start to the year for RCI which announced the addition of 43 new properties to its global exchange network of fractional ownership and timeshare resorts in the first three months of 2012.
SHARED OWNERSHIP RESOURCES
There may not be as much shared ownership information online as you might expect, but alongside this site, there are plenty of places where you can find useful information and tips to help you make the most of your ownership.
Shared Ownership Blogs and Websites
Trade group the Resort Development Organisation publishes Go Timeshare with news and updates on shared ownership.
Keep up to date on bogus callers, discount holiday clubs and more by following the Mind Timeshare blog.
Lisa Ann Schrier is founder of consulting firm Timeshare Insights, an author of Timeshare Vacations for Dummies and runs The Timeshare Crusader blog.
The RCI Blog is a fun and informal place to discover RCI exchange holiday news, helpful tips and great holiday stories – many from RCI members.
Shared Ownership Apps
Interval International has an app for iPhone, iPad and Android allowing members to search its resort directory, map resort location and surrounding area and locate nearby resorts via GPS.
RCI's app is on iPhone, iPad and Android allowing members to view the resort directory, receive news alerts from RCI and capture and share photos and videos.
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