Perspective Magazine Editor Matt McDaniel is continuing his look at timeshare industry A-Listers, by talking with RedWeek’s own Randy Conrads. In a 2-Part series we are bringing you excerpts of McDaniel’s article and interview, which was published November 15, 2010. Randy Conrads is co-founder of RedWeek.com, an online marketplace connecting travelers to the timeshare community….
As you fly to your next timeshare vacation the odds of encountering the full body scanner at an airport security check has gone up drastically. And the controversy surrounding this latest security measure is reaching explosive proportions. A backlash among airline personnel and passengers is growing across the globe. A pilot of a regional airline…
Now that you know about renting a timeshare, and how that is an affordable way for budget-minded travelers to take a dream vacation, you’ll be headed to Hawaii one of these days. From watching hula dancers to enjoying spectacular sunsets, from snorkeling to hiking around waterfalls, there are plenty of traditional ways to enjoy Hawaii….
Membership in RedWeek.com just got better. As if all of the other great membership benefits weren’t enough, now as a RedWeek.com member you can save an additional 1% off of a Lending Club loan. Do you love owning your timeshare, but got stuck with a high-interest timeshare loan? Maybe you have other debts that have…
On this holiday honoring military veterans, the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), announces its continued commitment to providing “Vacations for Vets,” an industry-wide program that supports wounded warriors returning from military combat by awarding them with much needed vacations to recover and reconnect with family and friends. “We have been supporting this program since 2005…
Can you imagine staying in exotic Thailand for just $125/night? This dream vacation can be yours by renting a timeshare at Marriott’s Phuket Beach Club. Read on to find out why RedWeek members love this resort! Located on Thailand’s southern island of Phuket, this Marriott resort offers the best in an exotic beach vacation. Phuket…
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is cracking down on con artists who take advantage of consumers hit hard by the weak economy. Many defrauded consumers need to sell their timeshares to help pay their living expenses. The FTC said the number of complaints related to fraudulent timeshare resales has more than tripled over the past…
Timeshares rentals are like magic wands – they can become a great vacation for just about anyone. What kind of timeshare traveler are you? Family TravelerFamily vacations are truly a joy, and something that both parents and kids will remember for years to come. But traveling with youngsters can still be a challenge. A timeshare…
Here’s something new to search for on your next timeshare vacation. A recent survey by the National Restaurant Association (NRA) cited kitchen gardens as the top restaurant trend of 2010. Now you can look for restaurants that are “taking the time to grow the salad rather than just assembling it” with fresh vegetables, fresh herbs,…
Francis Taylor, CEO of Dial An Exchange International (DAE), is a timeshare industry A-Lister. After gaining several years’ experience in the timeshare industry, Francis joined with Marc Chouinard to establish Dial An Exchange in Australia, and then expanded the business and opened offices in New Zealand, Europe and North America. Matt McDaniel, editor of Perspective…