Global Vacation Exchange Leader Signs Two New Affiliations in
Vietnam and Thailand Bringing Asian Portfolio to 158
Properties
SINGAPORE, Sept. 14, 2011
/PRNewswire-Asia/ -- RCI, the global leader in
vacation exchange and part of theWyndham
Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced
two new affiliation agreements with Hon Tam Resort & Spa in
Vietnam and Patong Bay Garden Resort in Thailand. The signing of
these agreements expands RCI's Asian portfolio to 158
properties.
Earlier in the year, another two new
properties were welcomed into the program. Both in China, the
Shining Star Vacation Club, Xing Yao Shui Xiang Resort and
Huangshan Grandview Resorts Hotels offer high-quality vacation
experiences to the 3.8 million members in RCI's network.
"These four new affiliation
agreements not only show a growing interest for timeshare travel
throughout Asia but evidence that we're offering an innovative and
appealing timeshare exchange product," said Adrian Lee, managing
director, RCI Asia Pacific. "Adding new resorts in China, Thailand
and Vietnam reaffirms our commitment to offering great vacations in
highly-desirable destinations in Asia and throughout the world.
We're happy to have them on-board."
Hon Tam Resort &
Spa is located on Hon Tam, an eco-green island in the
middle of Vietnam's Nha Trang Bay surrounded by crystal blue waters
and a private and pristine beach. This luxury resort features 49
cozy bungalows blending both traditional and modern Vietnamese
architecture. Recreational facilities include a golf driving range,
mini-golf, tennis courts, fitness center, Kids' Club, spa, and
water sports including scuba diving and fishing. A good selection
of restaurants and bars serve international seafood and Vietnamese
cuisine.
Nha Trang is known for its endless
beach and warm tropical weather, as well as several notable islands
such as Hon Tre, Hon Yen, Hon Rua and the Spratly Islands. The name
Nha Trang is a Vietnamese pronunciation of a Cham word "Eatran" or
"Yjatan." Ea or Yja means river, and tran means reed. According to
the locals, there once were a lot of reeds along Ngoc Hoi River,
winding its way through town; Ngoc Hoi was later renamed Nha
Trang.
Patong Bay Garden
Resort is located on the popular Patong Bay in
Phuket, Thailand offering a full range of facilities and
activities, along with the classic touch of Thai charm and
hospitality. The beachfront resort offers 71 charming and
affordable rooms with a range of styles to meet the varied needs of
the modern international traveler - for both families and couples
alike - from wireless internet access and varied food and beverage
options to a spa and beauty salon as well as a retail outlet.
Phuket, also known as the Jewel of
the Andaman Sea, is a world-class destination offering a dynamic,
vibrant and diverse holiday destination; world-class diving in the
Andaman Sea; golfing at world-standard championship courses;
eco-adventures in tropical forests; exhilarating speedboat trips to
the surrounding islands; and serene cruises around mystical Phang
Nga Bay.
Shining Star Vacation Club,
Xing Yao Shui Xiang Resort is located in the Jia Lize
wetland in Kunming, China. This mega upscale integrated tourism
development consists of more than 10,000 diverse vacation
accommodations spread across themed resorts, hotels, holiday villas
and town houses; equestrian club with a landscaped 20-kilometer
riding boulevard; ecological wetland park; country-style fishing
club; golf academy and driving range exclusively designed by Phil
Mickelson; extensive lavender and sunflower fields; organic fruit
and vegetable garden; meeting and conference facilities; and a
myriad of retail and dining facilities.
Kunming, the capital of Yunnan
Province, is known as 'the City of Eternal Spring' for its pleasant
climate and flowers all year long. With a history of more than
2,400 years, Kunming was the gateway to the celebrated Silk Road
that facilitated trade with Tibet, Sichuan, Myanmar and India. It
offers alluring highland scenery, bewitching landform, exotic
habitats, varied customs and historical interest.
Huangshan Grandview Resorts
Hotels, part of the Yuan Yi Group, is a global lifestyle
and mixed-used development strategically located in the south of
Xin An River and flanked by Pei Lang River to its east. It is
surrounded by renowned tourism sites such as the charming Old
Antique Street, the awe-inspiring Huangshan, China (also known as
Yellow Mountain), diversified cultural wetlands and historical
Anhui villages.
This 320,000 square meters community
is comprised of: Grand Villa, Grand Mansion, Parrion Huashan Hotel,
Hilton Hotel, an Opera and Concert House, multiplex Cinemas, theme
hotels (under development), local Anhui restaurants and museum, and
Spa Club.
About RCI
RCI is the worldwide leader in
vacation exchange with over 4,000 affiliated resorts in
approximately 100 countries. RCI pioneered the concept of vacation
exchange in 1974, offering members increased flexibility and
versatility with their vacation ownership experience. Today,
through RCI® Weeks, the traditional week-for-week exchange system,
and RCI Points®, the industry's first global points-based exchange
system, RCI provides flexible vacation options to its 3.8 million
RCI subscribing members each year. RCI is part of Wyndham Exchange
& Rentals and the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE:
WYN). For additional information visit our media
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About Khai Vy
Company
Founded in 1995 at Quy Nhon, the
former Duyen Hai Wood Processing Factory has grown to become Khai
Vy Group Joint Stock Company after 16 years of operation with four
major factories. It is well-known for marketing fine furniture and
accessories from a variety of materials ranging from solid wood,
MDF, particleboard, aluminium, steel, textile and wicker. For the
last five years, Khai Vy's turnover has been approximately 30 to 35
million USD. In 2007, Khai Vy became the legal owner of Hon Tam
Island in Nha Trang Bay, and started a massive program to make this
island a paradise for tourists all over the world. Khai Vy also
started the new project of a 9-storey Wedding and Convention Center
in District 7, Ho Chi Minh city, which is slated for operations in
October 2012, with a total land area of 2,900 square meters.
About Pisona
Company
Pisona Company was established in
1985 as a limousine service and tour operator. At present, the
Pisona Group of companies owns and operates hotels, restaurants,
bars, spas, transportation, tours, internet, radio stations,
shopping plazas, insurance, and property development. The
group maintains its integrity as a Phuket-based family-owned
business. Mr. Pian Keesin, the founder and chairman of Pisona
Group, is presently the mayor of Patong city.
About Shining Star
Group
Since its establishment more than 18
years ago, the Shining Star Group has developed more than 10
different businesses such as real estate, commercial and hotel
developments, schools and education, hospitals, sports, tourism,
property management and mega township development with assets close
to RMB150 billion, employing 4,000 staff. Through the consistent
effort of the group, it has been given more than 300 awards and
accolades, and recognition by the local governments and
organizations.
About Yuan Yi
Group
Yuan Yi Group began its investment
portfolio in real estate in mainland China more than 10 years ago.
Its investments have expanded over a region covering Shanghai,
Zhejiang, Jiangsu and Anhui provinces. Its achievements include
real estate apartment developments of over 3,300,000 square meters,
hotel developments of over 380,000 square meters; its projects
include hotels, golf course, business and commercial buildings,
residential areas and tourism sites. Currently, under the flagship
of the Yuan Yi Group, there are four Hilton Hotels, two resort
hotels, two tourism and resort complexes, one China national 4A
tourist resort and an international golf club. www.yuanyigroup.com
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