August 2007. Destinations

A Magazine Exclusively for WorldMark Owners
Bedazzling
Banff
SET IN THE CANADIAN ROCKIES,
YOUR NEW RESORT IN CANMORE
BASKS IN OTHERWORLDLY BEAUTY
NEAR BANFF NATIONAL PARK
What’s Up at Whistler
BALLOT ISSUES | CABO CRUISES | ELECTION SECTION
August 2007
Unlimited roaming.
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With RCI’s network, you’re connected to thousands of vacation choices
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all over the world when you use your WorldMark Vacation Credits with RCI.
With over 3,700 affiliated resorts to choose from, in over 100 countries, the vacation experience you want is well
within your reach.* Plus, you don’t have to use your WorldMark Vacation Credits until your reservation is confirmed.
And if you long to roam more often, take an RCI Extra Vacation† or RCI Last Call SM vacation†—without using a
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Additional restrictions may apply.
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WorldMark Canmore-Banff, your fantastic new Canadian resort,
debuted to smashing reviews this spring. Situated near Alberta’s
stunning Banff National Park, Canmore presents a wealth of
outdoor splendor and its own array of small-town delights.
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Your annual election materials are headed to you this month.
Senior VP Dave Herrick addresses the fundamental importance
of your active participation in the election process.
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Contributors: Stephanie Aardal, Misty Beaupre,
Sylvia Betancourt, Emma Croston, Kylee Davis,
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Julie Omar, Heidi Rennick, Brian Runnels,
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DESTINATIONS | August 2007
INVENTORY
By Dave Herrick
Senior Vice President, WorldMark by Wyndham, Hospitality Division
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s you will see, a section of this edition of Destinations is dedicated
to WorldMark, The Club’s governance, and the upcoming Annual
Owners Meeting. Clear direction for the club is more important than
ever, and to ensure WorldMark grows and prospers the way you, the
owners, want it to, your involvement in the election process is essential.
This year we have 11 candidates running for three open positions on the
WorldMark Board of Directors. Among the candidates are two of three current
incumbents. Board member John Walker—recently retired and now living in
Hawaii—has elected to dedicate himself fully to enjoying island life, and has
decided not to run for a second term. John has served the WorldMark owners well,
and we thank him for his hard work and dedication over the last two years.
The board-candidate statement insert included in this magazine should
help you better understand who your candidates are, and assist your decisionmaking process when it comes time to cast your vote. Your voting materials will be
distributed in August via U.S. mail or, if requested, by e-mail. When you review
your materials, you will notice your opportunity to assign your proxy to the board
to vote on your behalf. You can also assign your proxy to another individual or—
the best option of all—vote your proxy yourself.
Whatever you decide to do, your involvement is crucial. It guarantees essential
club business can be conducted. A minimum of 15% owner participation is
required to hold the election and annual
meeting, so please vote or assign your
The WorldMark board is
proxy when you receive your materials.
The WorldMark board is also eager also eager to get more owner
to get more owner involvement and
involvement and feedback,
feedback, and to that end has recently
and to that end has recently
formed an owner-based advisory committee. This committee consists of five
formed an owner-based
individual owners and two WorldMark
advisory committee.
management staff members. The goal
of the committee is to discuss various
important club topics, gather owner feedback, and make program enhancement
recommendations to the WorldMark board. We are confident the board—and the
club overall—will benefit through the advisory committee process. Thanks for
your anticipated participation in the upcoming election. I very much appreciate
your involvement.
SPECIALS
WHAT’S THE COST?
You can find a resort’s
credit values in
your Daily Vacation
Credit Values booklet or through the
Resort Gallery on the
WorldMark Web site at
www.worldmarktheclub.
com. The resort gallery
link is on the home
page, left column.
Simply multiply the
resort’s credit values
by .044 to find out
its midweek and weekend rates. The minimum rate charge is
$30 per night.
Last-Minute Luxuries
Grab an Outstanding
Autumn Getaway
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HERE ARE YOUR SEPTEMBER
AND OCTOBER SPECIALS:
September—
Midweek Only
Angels Camp, CA
he end of the high-traffic vacation season is the perfect
time to think of Inventory Specials. Instead of sitting empty, selected
unreserved WorldMark units can be booked for just 4.4 cents per credit ($30 per-night minimum), up to 60 days in advance. Low cost, longer booking window, and great destinations—it all adds up to a terrific,
super-cheap vacation option.
How inexpensive is it? Family-favorite Angels Camp offers hiking, fishing, golf, swimming, and two-bedroom units that sleep six people for
1,250 credits a night, Mondays through Thursdays (1,250 x .044 = $55
per night). Treat the whole gang to resort comfort and convenience in
California’s historic Gold Country.
September—Midweek
and Limited Weekends
Bison Ranch, AZ
Grand Lake, OK
Lake of the Ozarks, MO
New Orleans, LA
October—
Midweek Only
Angels Camp, CA
Big Bear, CA
Pinetop, AZ
Sundance (Whistler), BC
October—Midweek and
Limited Weekends
Bison Ranch, AZ
Grand Lake, OK
Lake of the Ozarks, MO
New Orleans, LA
HOW TO BOOK
To make reservations
and for more information, call the Vacation
Planning Center at
1-800-457-0103.
Availability changes
constantly! Keep
abreast of the latest
Inventory Specials in
this monthly magazine
(excluding January) or
go to www.worldmarktheclub.com.
Exclusions are
September 1-3.
These may vary at
certain resorts;
check with
your vacation
planning counselor.
DAN STEARNS (2)
© 2007, WorldMark, The Club. All rights reserved.
Vol. XVII, No. 7, August 2007. Destinations is published monthly except January by WorldMark, 9805
Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Destinations
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Your Vote is Vital
your club
Angels Camp, CA
DESTINATIONS | August 2007
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Coming Up in Owner Ed
By Amy Godwin/Senior Facilitator, Owner Education
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Reservations
are required. For
reservations and class
locations, please call
he Owner Education program is designed to help you
1-800-457-0103,
fully comprehend all the different benefits you’re entitled to as a
Mon–Fri, 6 am–9 pm PT;
WorldMark owner. We currently offer two different classes:
Sat–Sun, 6 am–5 pm PT.
➤ The Basic Class is designed to educate all owners, whether new
Class times and locations
or experienced, in the best ways to use WorldMark credits and Bonus are also listed online at
www.worldmarktheclub.
Time for stays at WorldMark resorts. This is a great first Owner
com/education.
Education experience. ➤ The Exchange (E) Class goes beyond the
Amy Godwin
basics. It’s designed to instruct owners on the use of WorldMark
credits as payment for exchange vacations outside the WorldMark network. This covers exchanges through RCI—our
primary exchange partner—as well as opportunities available through our new program, TravelShare. This course will also
provide information on how owners can navigate through the WorldMark Web site.
OWNER EDUCATION
CLASSES IN AUGUST
MOUNTAIN
Boise, ID
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 22, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 22, 8 pm-E
Tue, Aug 14, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, 10 am
Sat, Aug 25, 2 pm-E
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm
Tulsa, OK
St, George, UT
NORTHWEST
Birch Bay, WA
Thu, Aug 23, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 23, 8 pm-E
Broomfield, CO
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 16, 8 pm-E
Tue, Aug 28, 6 pm
Wolf Creek, UT
Colorado Springs, CO
Wed, Aug 8, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 15, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 15, 8 pm-E
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 11, 10 am
Sat, Aug 11, noon-E
Wed, Aug 29, 6 pm
MIDSOUTH
Albuquerque, NM
Englewood, CO
Wed, Aug 15, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, 10 am
Sat, Aug 25, noon-E
Idaho Falls, ID
Sat, Aug 4, 10 am
Sat, Aug 4, noon-E
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
Tue Aug 21, 6 pm-E
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, noon
Tue, Aug 28, 6 pm-E
Sat, Aug 4, noon
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm-E
Burnaby, BC
Austin, TX
Coeur d’Alene, ID
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm
Fri, Aug 17, 6 pm-E
Sat, Aug 18, 10 am
Tue, Aug 7, 6 pm
Mon, Aug 27, 6 pm
Mon, Aug 27, 8 pm
Sat, Aug 18, 10 am
Sat, Aug 18, 2 pm-E
Sat, Aug 18, noon
Sun, Aug 19, noon-E
Salt Lake City, UT
Discovery Bay, WA
Overland Park, KS
Wed, Aug 1, 6 pm-E
Wed, Aug 1, 8 pm
Tue, Aug 14, 6 pm
Tue, Aug 7, 6 pm-E
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
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Leavenworth, WA
Las Vegas, NV
Wed, Aug 15, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 18, noon
Tropicana Ave.
Tue, Aug 14, 5:30 pm
Las Vegas Blvd.
Thu, Aug 23, 5:30 pm
Tri-Cities, WA
Oceanside, CA
Thu, Aug 2, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 8, 6 pm
Vancouver, WA
Riverside, CA
Wed, Aug 1, 6 pm
Tue, Aug 7, 6 pm
Fri, Aug 17, noon
Thu, Aug 23, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 29, 6 pm-E
Sat, Aug 4, noon
Sat, Aug 4, 2:30 pm-E
Wed, Aug 29, 6 pm
Seaside, OR
S. CALIFORNIA
Anaheim, CA
Fri, Aug 3, 7 pm
Wed, Aug 15, 7 pm
Fri, Aug 31, 7 pm
Depoe Bay, OR
Sat, Aug 11, 8:30 am
Rancho Vistoso, AZ
Indio, CA
Sun, Aug 5, 11 am
Bothell, WA
Thu, Aug 23, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, 10 am
Sat, Aug 25, 2 pm-E
Branson, MO
Wed, Aug 15, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm-E
Wed, Aug 22, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm-E
Bakersfield, CA
Sat, Aug 4, noon
Sat, Aug 4, 2:30 pm-E
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm
Tue, Aug 28, 6 pm
Big Bear, CA
Federal Way, WA
Sat, Aug 4, 10 am
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
San Diego, CA
Tue, Aug 7, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 18, noon
Sat, Aug 18, 2:30 pm-E
Tue, Aug, 28, 6 pm
San Dimas, CA
Thu, Aug 9, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, noon
Sat, Aug 25, 2:30 pm-E
Torrance, CA
Tue, Aug 7, 7 pm
Sat, Aug 18, 11 am
Sat, Aug 18, 1 pm-E
Wed, Aug 22, 7 pm
Westlake Village, CA
Sat, Aug 11, noon
Sat, Aug 11, 2:30 pm-E
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 29, 6 pm
N. CALIFORNIA
Elk Grove, CA
Sat, Aug 4, 10 am
Sat, Aug 4, 2 pm
Thu, Aug 16, 6 pm-E
Wed, Aug 22, 6 pm
Winner!
DAVE AND STACEY MATUS of Arvada, Colo., won a
three-night WorldMark stay when we selected their
completed resort comment card in our drawing for
June. Fill out that card every time you vacation at a
WorldMark resort—you could be our next winner.
Fresno, CA
Sat, Aug 25, 10 am
Sat, Aug 25, 2 pm-E
Reno, NV
Sun, Aug 5, 3 pm
Roseville, CA
Thu, Aug 2, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 15, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 25, 10 am
Sat, Aug 25, 2 pm
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm-E
San Jose, CA
Pack Some
Peace of Mind.
Sat, Aug 4, 10 am
Sat, Aug 4, 2 pm
Tue, Aug 7, 6 pm-E
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm
Thu, Aug 30, 6 pm-E
Stockton, CA
Thu, Aug 23, 6 pm
Tracy, CA
Wed, Aug 8, 6 pm
Walnut Creek, CA
Wed, Aug 1, 6 pm
Sat, Aug 11, 10 am
Sat, Aug 11, 2 pm
Tue, Aug 21, 6 pm
Wed, Aug 29, 6 pm-E
Windsor, CA
Wed, Aug 29, 5:30 pm
Upcoming Closures
In honor of Labor Day, WorldMark’s Exchange
Services, Owner Services, and Travel departments will
be closed on Monday, September 3; Reservations will
be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT.
On Tuesday, September 11, the entire Vacation
Planning Center (Exchange Services, Owner Services,
Travel, and Reservations) will be closing at 4 p.m. PT.
Your service staff is being celebrated with a sunset dinner cruise to thank them for the fabulous job they do.
Protect your personal
items with up to $1,000
in baggage coverage*
For complete TravelSecure benefits,
visit WorldMarkTravelSecure.com or
call 1-800-956-6922
*Terms & conditions apply.
DESTINATIONS | August 2007
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your club
your club
By Vote or by Proxy, Your
Voice is Heard
MATTHIAS KULKA/ZEFA/CORBIS
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Enter for a chance to
WIN vacation in Tahiti!
a 10-day/9-night
he  WorldMark Annual Owners Meeting
is scheduled for Tuesday, October 2, 2007, at 7 p.m.
at the Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th St., Bellevue,
Wash. Registration begins at 6 p.m.; the meeting will start
promptly at 7 p.m. Please mark your calendar to attend.
Meeting notice materials will be mailed via U.S. mail—
and delivered by e-mail for those who chose that option—in
late August. When your packet arrives, please carefully read
all enclosed information. This will include two ballot initiatives, as well as the list of candidates for the three open positions (including each candidate’s qualifications, background,
and statements).
The last day to cast your vote is October 19, 2007. Vote by
September 25 to help achieve quorum and you will be entered
in a drawing to win a week’s stay at any WorldMark resort.
A three-year proxy authorization also is included with
Grand Prize package includes:
• 2 roundtrip airfares to Tahiti
• 9 nights’ accommodation for two in a
4-star hotel
• $500 U.S. spending money
• Estimated retail value of $8,155
Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received.
See Official Rules on the following page.
Call 1-877-77-FRIEND
(1-877-773-7436)
or send your referrals via e-mail to
friendsfirst@worldmarktheclub.com
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Refer your qualified friends to WorldMark by Wyndham and
you’ll be entered in the Friends First Explore Tahiti Sweepstakes! If you win, you and a friend could be off to Papeete,
Tahiti. Bask in the warm Tahitian sun, lose yourself in its
blue tropical moonlight, and settle into the laid-back island
rhythm. Each qualified referral you make is another entry for
winning this vacation to paradise. Make your referrals today!
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Hurry! Sweepstakes ends September 30, 2007.
Congratulations!
Todd D.
Lynnwood, WA
Winner of the
Friends First
Australia Adventure
Sweepstakes
your materials. You are encouraged to sign and submit the
proxy, which allows the WorldMark board to cast your vote
at its discretion in the event you do not vote on an issue.
It is important to remember that a proxy authorization
does not sign away your right to vote, and will not override any vote you have already cast. When you vote on an
issue, your vote replaces the proxy. You can also revoke your
proxy at any time.
Once you’ve made your decisions, please immediately
complete and mail your ballot or vote online to ensure the
15% quorum required to hold the annual meeting.
Official Friends First Explore Tahiti Sweepstakes Rules
CONSUMER DISCLOSURE: NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS
SWEEPSTAKES. Sweepstakes is open to WorldMark, The Club owners who reside in—and submit qualified referrals who
reside in—the Canadian province of British Columbia or the following U.S. states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado,
Idaho, Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah or Washington. You will receive one entry
for each complete referral submitted to WorldMark by Wyndham between July 1, 2007 at midnight PST and September
30, 2007 at midnight PST. Referrals must be 18 years of age or older with a combined annual income of $40,000 USD or
$60,000 Canadian. You may send in additional referrals and receive additional entries by writing to Attn: Friends First
Sweepstakes, 9805 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052. If you wish to enter the sweepstakes but do not wish to provide
referrals, you may do so by mailing a 3”x5” card with your name, address, and phone number to Attn: Friends First Sweepstakes, 10735 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Referrals must be received by September 30, 2007 at midnight PT
to be entered into drawing. Drawing: Prize is guaranteed to be given away by random electronic drawing. Drawing to be
conducted by the Major Prize Coordinator and will be held on October 19, 2007 at WorldMark by Wyndham Redmond, WA,
corporate headquarters. Grand Prize: One winner will receive a vacation for two adults for a 10-day/9-night getaway
to Tahiti, including roundtrip transportation to Papeete, Tahiti to begin your stay on the islands of Tahiti and Bora Bora
(any air travel will be coach class). Included in this package arranged by Trendwest Travel are 9-nights’ accommodation for
two adults in a 4-star hotel or higher, air transfers between Papeete and Bora Bora, and $500 USD spending money. Total
estimated retail value $8,155 USD (depending on travel date and departure location). Air travel is subject to availability
and must be booked through Trendwest Travel. Hours of arrival and departure and special programs are subject to change
without prior notice. All ticketing is final. Private transfers to and from the Papeete, Tahiti Airport and hotel is included.
Trip does not include transportation to and from the U.S. airport of departure, applicable departure taxes, gratuities, other
incidental expenses, and taxes not specifically provided for herein. Proper travel documentation, which may include a
valid passport, is required to enter or reenter the United States. It is the sole responsibility of each traveler to acquire the
proper travel documentation. For specific travel documentation requirements in effect at the time of travel, U.S. citizens
should visit the U.S. State Department’s travel website at http://travel.state.gov, or call the National Passport Information
Center at 1-877-487-2778; TDD/TTY: 1-888-874-7793. Foreign nationals should contact their government or consulate.
Blackout periods may apply. Vacation must be taken within one year of prize acceptance. Winner or guest must be 21 years
of age or older to accept travel option. Winner may also choose $5,000 (U.S. funds) in cash instead of the Explore Tahiti
trip. Prize is non-transferable. Odds of Winning:Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received. Official
notice to winner by certified mail, return receipt requested. Prize must be claimed within 45 days of notification. By accepting a prize, the winner consents for Sponsor to use the recipient’s name, photograph, likeness, and address (city and
state/province) for purposes of advertising, publicity, and promotion, without additional compensation or permission,
unless prohibited by law. Winner will be required to sign an affidavit of authorization and release. Sponsor(s) not responsible for any loss, damage or injury of any kind resulting from acceptance of this prize or participation in this promotion. Wyndham Vacation Ownership employees and/or associates are not eligible to claim prize. Sponsor: WorldMark by
Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052. A list of prize winners may be obtained by sending a self-addressed
stamped envelope to Winners List, c/o TRI, PO Box 97054, Redmond, WA 98073-9754.
your club
★ Election Section ★
Proposed Amendments Await Your Vote
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his year, you will notice a proposed bylaw
amendment and a proposed declaration amendment on your election ballot. The board has agreed
to place these issues on the ballot for the required owner vote
since both topics are raised frequently by owners. Additional
details and exact proposed changes on the following amendments will be listed on your ballot.
PROPOSED BYLAW AMENDMENT
Increasing the size of the WM Board of Directors to
up to seven directors.
The WorldMark Board of Directors currently consists of
five directors. The size of the board was established at the
club’s inception in 1989. The club has grown significantly
over the years and now includes more than 250,000 owners.
As a result, some owners have expressed a desire to expand
the number of directors on the board.
If the bylaw is amended to reflect an increase in the board
to up to seven directors, corresponding text updates will be
required to amend the bylaws. Therefore, all required changes will be listed on the ballot.
A “YES” vote will be required from more than 25% of the
voting power to pass the proposed amendment and increase
the board to up to seven directors. A “YES” vote will approve
all proposed and related text changes indicated on the ballot.
A “NO” vote will indicate disapproval of one or more of
the proposed changes indicated on the ballot.
PROPOSED DECLARATION AMENDMENT
Give the board the authority to amend guidelines to
allow pets at WorldMark resorts.
WorldMark, The Club has had a no-pet policy since the
club’s inception. This declaration amendment appears on the
ballot as a result of consistent owner requests to allow pets at
WorldMark resorts.
If the amendment passes, this does not guarantee that pets
will be allowed at the resorts. A passing vote would give the
board the authority to set guidelines allowing pets at the resorts at a future time.
A “YES” vote will be required from more than 50% of the
voting power to pass the proposed amendment. A “YES”
vote will give the board the authority to accommodate pets
at WorldMark resorts, and establish appropriate guidelines.
A “NO” vote on the amendment will express your objection to allowing pets on WorldMark properties.
Your WorldMark voting materials will arrive in August. Be
sure to read them carefully and vote. Let your voice be heard!
Notes from the WorldMark Board
Your Board Defined
W
hat is the WorldMark Board of Directors?
Here’s the short list:
• The board members are your elected representatives.
• They are the governing body of your club.
• The board is responsible for ensuring that the
club is governed by its guidelines, bylaws,
and declaration.
• The board conducts, manages, and controls the
affairs and business of the club.
• The board makes rules and regulations
regarding conduct of club business, behavior,
and use of the resorts.
Your elected board members cause WorldMark by
Wyndham—through its management contract—to conduct, manage, and control the day-to-day business of
the club. The board provides WorldMark by Wyndham
with broad statements of intent and priorities during
the budget process, and offers any direction that may be
required when performance against that budget is examined at the quarterly meetings. WorldMark by Wyndham
is constantly looking for new technologies and programs
within the boundaries of the founding documents that
will enhance operational efficiencies and improve services to owners.
Board members continually monitor your concerns and
observations regarding the way your services are provided to
you. The board has the authority to review club guidelines
and make changes and/or additions as needed. The board
has always taken a value-added approach to guideline changes. An example: When it became clear that the seven-night
minimum stay requirement was burdensome for many owners, the board decided that the requirement could be met by
using several resorts over the seven-day period, provided the
nights were consecutive.
The bylaws are generally associated with the business
processes of the club. They contain definitions of members;
they also prescribe the power of the board, the election process, and the legal basis for the financial viability of the club.
Bylaws may be amended with the affirmative vote of at least
25% of the voting power. Owners will vote on one bylaw
amendment this year.
The declaration describes fundamental principles of
WorldMark, The Club. Such items as the hierarchy of the
founding documents, membership and the right to occupy,
use restrictions, and reservation windows are all found in
the declaration. The declaration may be amended with the
affirmative vote of a majority (greater than 50%) of the
voting power. Owners will vote on one declaration amendment this year.
The bottom line: The board exists to protect and improve
your ownership within the boundaries of WorldMark’s
founding documents.
members to up to seven members. The ini-
Specific verbiage will appear on the 2007
age at significant savings to the club. The
tiative will require an affirmative vote of at
ballot (distributed to owners in August).
purchasing power of Wyndham allowed for
decreased rates, significantly decreased de-
least 25% of the voting power to pass.
n June 14, 2007, the WorldMark Board
O
Season to 90 days (the previous window had
• The board thanked the owners who
of Directors gathered for their regular
been 60 days). This early report shows a 9%
served on the nomination committee, and
• The board agreed to place a proposed
qualifications of the owners interested in the
quarterly meeting. The following minutes
increase in the number of bookings 61–90
decided upon 11 candidates for the three
declaration change on the ballot addressing
advisory committee, noting that more than
were recorded:
days from arrivals over the same period last
open director positions on the 2007 ballot.
the pet policy. Frequent owner requests to
125 owners applied for five positions.
year. Bonus Time usage remains consistent
• The board reviewed and discussed the
ductibles, and increased coverage levels.
• The board reviewed and commented on
the revised pool, spa, and wading pool rules.
It was noted that although some resorts may
allow pets at the resorts prompted the board
• The board reviewed a report indicating
with last year. Early conclusions are that the
• The board agreed to place a proposed
to put the declaration revision on the ballot
• Dorothy Lyon, WorldMark controller,
have different hours of usage, the basic safety
the impact of extending the booking window
guideline change will continue to benefit
bylaw revision on the 2007 ballot which
for owner vote. An affirmative vote of a major-
indicated that Wyndham has negotiated a
rules should be common at WorldMark-man-
for stays of less than seven nights in Red
owners as the trend is to book shorter stays.
will increase the board of directors from five
ity of the voting power is necessary to pass.
new insurance policy with enhanced cover-
aged resorts.
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Focus on WorldMark Canmore-Banff
Canmore,
Take a Bow
THE TINY TOWN RELISHES ITS PLUM ROLE AS A RECREATION PLACE IN THE
CANADIAN ROCKIES—AND HOME OF YOUR NEW WORLDMARK CANMORE-BANFF.
BY LISA FOSTER
Moraine Lake
Banff Gondola
Bighorn rams
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PHOTO COURTESY OF BANFF LAKE LOUISE TOURISM
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WorldMark Canmore-Banff
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MOUNTAIN LIGHT STUDIO
STEVEN VIDLER/EURASIA PRESS/CORBIS
N
estled beneath the distinctive,
snow-capped peaks of The Three Sisters
in the Bow River Valley in southwestern
Alberta, lies the small town of Canmore.
Long perceived as a gateway to the
Canadian Rockies—to Banff and Jasper
national parks in Alberta, and Yoho and Kootenay national
parks in neighboring British Columbia—Canmore has
become a destination in itself these days.
With six majestic mountains nearby, the scenery here is
simply stunning. The mountains—all towering more than
8,500 feet—include Grotto Mountain, Mount Lawrence
Grassi, Mount Lady Macdonald, and, of course, the Three
Photo ops
Mountain biking
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Focus on WorldMark Canmore-Banff
WorldMark Canmore-Banff
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Canoeing and hiking on
and around Lake Louise.
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The resort is a good home
base to explore the recreational playground that awaits you right outside your door.
On three floors, the 109 units (studios, and one- and twobedrooms) offer views of either The Three Sisters mountains
or a forest with opportunities for spotting elk and deer.
Each unit has modern furnishings and décor, kitchenettes, DVD/VCR players, and stereo CD players; some
units also have decks and fireplaces. Purchased by Wyndham Resort Development Corporation in 2006, the
recently refurbished resort—which resembles a European
mountain lodge—also features an indoor and outdoor
spa, a year-round heated outdoor pool, a fitness center,
and a recreation room.
For those wishing to take it easy, Canmore’s downtown
shops and art galleries provide a perfect way to while away
the time. The nearby town of Banff (21 miles) offers even
Helicopters and hikes
For the more active traveler to Canmore, assistant
manager Doug offers up three of his favorite summertime activities: whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and
going up in a helicopter. Alpine Helicopters offers helihiking—flying by helicopter to a remote, alpine region
that would usually entail a long, steep hike to access. The
heliport (3 miles) offers two different roundtrip options
starting at either $319 CAN or $459 CAN per person. ❯❯
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Assistant
resort
manager
Doug Neave
Overlooking a forest
more shops and galleries, as well as the popular Banff
Gondola, Fairmont Banff Springs Resort, and Upper Hot
Springs (see page 19).
Local dinner theater can be enjoyed at Oh Canada, Eh!
(1 mile), with its rotating shows and all-Canadian menu.
Entrees may include French Canadian pea soup, roasted
Manitoba chicken with Prince Edward Island potatoes,
fresh Atlantic haddock, or the province’s top-grade, worldfamous Albertan beef.
DAN STEARNS
LISA FOSTER (2)
Front desk clerk
Cynthia Ladouceur
ongoing love affair with the
Canmore-Banff area for years.
“I keep coming back because
of the fantastic snow conditions here. But really, we’re
a 12-month resort,” says the
English-born Ontarian.
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Sisters. People from far and wide have put down roots
in this scenic, though once humble mining town. As a
result, Canmore’s population (11,000) has tripled in the
past 20 years.
A prime example of the town’s diversity can be found
at your newest Canadian resort: WorldMark CanmoreBanff. Its 18 staff members come from as far away as Newfoundland in the East to Vancouver Island in the West.
“I worked in Jasper [in northern Alberta] until I got
chased by a bear,” assistant resort manager Doug Neave
says. “But when I went home [to Ontario], I realized I
belong out here in the mountains. I can’t live anywhere
else now.”
Cynthia Ladouceur, from Ottawa, who works the
front desk, drove across Canada last August to settle
here because she wanted to live and work in the mountains. And resort manager Darren Holden has had an
A striking exterior, comfortable furnishings, and a heated outdoor pool sweeten your stay in the Canadian Rockies.
Shop or clop: Around Canmore, you’re enticed to explore the boutiques and beatific scenery.
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After a 15- or 30-minute flight, each option includes
three or four hours of hiking.
Don’t let the price scare you, says Doug. “It’s worth
it. It’s probably the most beautiful thing I’ve done out
here.” He advises hikers in the wild, as well as on the
trails around town, to pay attention to posted safety notices and recommendations, such as letting others know
where you’re going.
Rafts, horses, and caves
Doug’s other favorite activities—horseback riding and
whitewater rafting—can be experienced in town. The
Cross Zee Ranch (1 mile) offers one- to two-hour riding sessions from $38 CAN to $62 CAN. The Canmore
Rafting Centre (2.8 miles) features whitewater rafting
excursions down the Bow River lasting from a half-day
Cave crawling:
Leaving the
Laundry Chute.
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Focus on WorldMark Canmore-Banff
to two whole days (ranging in price from $75 CAN to
$259 CAN).
A tour of the wild, undeveloped Rat’s Nest Cave beneath Grotto Mountain is offered by Canmore Caverns
Ltd. (2.5 miles). The half- or full-day guided tours are
physically challenging, yet require no experience. Prices
range from $99 CAN to $350 CAN, and all necessary
gear is provided.
Choices for golfers
Owner Profile
Residence: Calgary, Alberta
Professions: Jason is vice president of quality management at
a Calgary software company;
Monica, an IT consultant
LISA FOSTER
Jason and Monica
Maharaj
If you’re an avid golfer, Canmore’s got three golf courses:
Steward Creek (1 mile), Silver Tip (3.4 miles; ask about
discounts at the front desk), and The Canmore Golf
Club (2.5 miles). Front desk manager Lisa Hawkins, from
Nova Scotia, is an avid beginning golfer. She also recommends the Kananaskis Golf Course (50 miles), and the
Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course (21 miles). “Many
famous people have played at Banff Springs—from
Marilyn Monroe to Kevin Costner and many of Canada’s
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WorldMark owners since: 2002
Favorite WorldMark resort: Depoe Bay
What’s next: Seattle at The Camlin
“W
e were really excited about the resort in Canmore opening,”
says Jason Maharaj. Why? After living in the Seattle area for
six years, it was great to have a new WorldMark nearby when he and
Monica returned to their hometown of Calgary.
Jason, 33, and Monica, 29, recently made the move to be closer
to family—and to start a family of their own. Monica is expecting her
first child in late August, and looks forward to spending many more
Linger at Lake Louise
vacations at WorldMark resorts.
“We want to have lots of vacation spots to go to and that was the
P
main reason why we joined WorldMark,” Monica explains. “We’ve
lanning to visit world-famous Lake Louise during your stay at WM Canmore-Banff? You won’t be alone. In the summer, as many as
been to fabulous places already—Birch Bay, Depoe Bay, Victoria—
10,000 daily visitors drink in this 1.5-mile-long, 1,640-foot-wide, and 295-foot-deep natural wonder.
and we did an exchange to Orlando where we all met up with a group
of friends from our days at the University of Calgary.”
The deep-green lake is framed by mountains on three sides, most prominently snow-capped Mount Victoria (11,350 feet), which
sits on the Continental Divide. In the foreground by the shore, there’s the luxurious, stately Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.
WorldMark Canmore-Banff is destined to become a popular week-
To see this stunning setting from on high, take the Lake Louise Sightseeing Gondola ($24 CAN; open May to September) to the top
end getaway for the couple. “It’s so close, and yet you don’t always
Two popular lake hikes include the walk along the shore (1.2 miles, one way) and the Plain of the Six Glaciers hike (3.3 miles one
low-key spot for us. We’ll check out downtown Canmore and go to
way, with an elevation gain of 1,215 feet). The latter hike traverses through forests and moraines to two different teahouses (open July to
Banff and just be lazy and relax.”
September) until reaching the six glaciers—Aberdeen, Upper Lefroy, Lower Lefroy, Upper Victoria, Lower Victoria, and Pope.
In the future—once their baby is a bit older—Jason and Monica hope
Canoeing is another popular summer activity (even though the lake’s water never gets warmer than 39 degrees). In the winter, favorite
to go to WorldMark resorts in Hawaii and Mexico. They also plan on
options are cross-country skiing, ice skating, and sleigh rides. (Inquire at the chateau for canoe and skate rentals, and sleigh-ride reserva-
staying at WorldMark Seattle from time to time, to see old friends.
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Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course.
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of Mount Whitehorn.
appreciate what’s in your own backyard,” Jason says. “This is a nice,
tions. Tel. (403) 522-3800; www.fairmont.com/lakelouise)
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Focus on WorldMark Canmore-Banff
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RIC ERGENBRIGHT/CORBIS
prime ministers,” she says.
Front desk clerk Cynthia also
likes to stay active, no matter what
the season. At this time of year, she
encourages owners to go hiking or
mountain biking on the Canmore
area’s many trails. During the winter, the Canmore Nordic Centre
(1.3 miles)—originally designed
and developed for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games—features more
than 35 miles of world-class crosscountry ski trails.
Banff ’s Fab Three
S
et along the Bow River, the picturesque town of
Banff (21 miles) offers fine dining, interesting
shops, unique art galleries—and these “don’t
miss” activities:
1. Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
This “castle in the wilderness” was built in 1888 by
the Canadian Pacific Railway to attract wealthy tourists
to western Canada. The original design—an 11-story
tower joining two wings in a baronial style—is like a
Super-duper scenery
cross between a Scottish castle and a French country
Undoubtedly you’ll also want
to head 8 miles up the road to
Banff National Park’s closest entrance from your resort. Declared
Trail map on
a UNESCO World Heritage Site
the shore of
Lake Louise.
in 1985, this 2,564-square-mile
wonderland offers more than 80
trails for hikers, cross-country skiers, and snowshoers in
some of the world’s most magnificent scenery. (For more
on skiing, see page 21.)
Open year-round, Banff National Park is busiest in July
and August, when it receives the majority of its four million
annual visitors. Day passes are $8 CAN for single travelers,
and $17.80 CAN for cars with two or more travelers. The
day passes are valid until 4 p.m. the next day.
chateau. It is one of the largest, grandest, and most
opulent mountain-hotels in the world (rooms start at
$459 CAN).
You can take a 30-minute historical tour for $24.95
CAN, or walk through on your own to admire the 5,000
pieces of furniture and antiques, paintings, prints, tapestries, and rugs. You may also wish to pamper yourself
at Willow Stream, the hotel’s luxurious spa facility, or
One of the park’s greatest draws is the accessibility
of its natural wonders. Most highlights are close to the
road system. One renowned must-see is the emeraldcolored, glacial Lake Louise (see page 17), surrounded
by three snow-capped mountains (50 miles). Just down
the road is Moraine Lake, its rival for sheer beauty
(open in summer only). ❯❯
dine in one of the 12 eateries or four lounges.
2. Banff Gondola
The easiest way to get high
above the town without raising a sweat is the eight-minute
ride on the Banff Gondola to
the top of Sulphur Mountain
Owner Profile
(7,486 feet). From the observation deck, the breathtaking
LISA FOSTER
Jason and Jennifer Shanley
Residence: Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
out,” Jennifer says. “We’ll check out the Grizzly Paw
view includes the town below,
[local brew pub], but otherwise we’re eating in.
the Bow Valley, Cascade Mountain, Lake Minnewanka,
“We took a drive up to the Canmore Nordic Cen-
and the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. At the top of the
Jennifer, a homemaker
tre and were impressed by all the hiking and biking
mountain, you can buy souvenirs at a gift shop and
WorldMark owners since: 2006
trails. There’s tons of hiking there.”
snacks at a café. Cost: $24.95 CAN.
Professions: Jason is a middle school teacher;
The one outing the Shanleys did plan: a day trip
Favorite WorldMark resort: “Canmore-Banff is
The Shanley family
3. Banff Upper Hot Springs
to Calgary, a 70-mile drive from the resort. “We’ll
don’t know yet.”
check out the Calgary Zoo and the kids want to go to a mall,” Jason
Also atop Sulphur Mountain
What’s next: Valley Isle and Kihei
says. The couple’s daughters—Danielle and Kana—have just finished
is the Upper Hot Springs. Enjoy
the ninth and sixth grades, respectively.
unparalleled views of the Rock-
T
he Shanleys were trying to get away during a school break—
Going to Calgary with their kids is a trip down memory lane for
ies while relaxing in the warm,
and be able to afford it, too. They found the perfect spot at
this couple of 21 years. Jennifer, 36, and Jason, 35, traveled around
soothing, mineral-rich waters
Alberta together back when they were high school sweethearts.
that originate from deep beneath
WorldMark Canmore-Banff.
“I was online (at worldmarktheclub.com) a week before we came
“Next year—going to Maui—is the big spend,” says Jennifer. “We
the scenery. Come for a relaxing
here, and found this,” Jason explains. “We booked this on Bonus
booked its two WorldMark resorts 13 months in advance.” And
soak ($8 CAN) from 10 a.m. to
Time. We got a two-bedroom for $48 a night—what a fabulous deal.”
more WorldMark vacations are certainly in the works.
10 p.m. daily. On-site massage is also available at
Because the trip was planned on such short notice, the Shanleys
didn’t really have big plans while in the area. “We’re just hanging
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“Our friends and family are WorldMark owners,” she says, “and
that’s why we became owners.”
RAYMOND GEHMAN/CORBIS
the first WorldMark resort we’ve stayed at, so we
PHOTO COURTESY OF BANFF LAKE LOUISE TOURISM
Easy to experience
Pleiades Massage & Spa.
Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
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Focus on WorldMark Canmore-Banff
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million-year-old fossil beds at Mt. Stephen (2,560 feet)
or along the Iceline Trail (2,280 feet) to view receding
glaciers and other evidence of climate change.
Naturally, you may work up an appetite after
taking in so much Mother Nature. If you’re still in
Banff, head to the Grizzly House Restaurant at 207
Banff Ave. “I love it because they have a good selection of wild game including caribou,” resort manager Darren says.
Places to Play in the Snow
Canmore Nordic Centre. Built for cross-country skiing and biathlon events at the 1988 Winter Olympic Games, the complex provides
exceptional winter cross-country skiing. Ski rental available. 1.3 mi.
Sunshine Village. Sunshine Village is a popular skiing and snowboarding site near Banff, with a season that lasts nearly 200 days a year.
A highlight for downhill skiers is the steep “Delirium Dive,” but there are also runs for beginners and intermediates. Lift packages from
$56 CAN per day. 21 mi.
Eateries abound
Exploring the Columbia Icefields.
A two-hour drive north of Lake Louise, the Icefields
Parkway begins its spectacular course along the Continental Divide to Jasper National Park. If you’re sightseeing in this area, make sure to take part in the Columbia Icefield Glacier Experience (130 miles). With tours
departing every 15 to 30 minutes in the summer, the
90-minute journey in a special vehicle called a Snocoach
will take you onto the 1,200-foot-thick Athabasca
Glacier ($35.95 CAN).
Guided science treks
Another popular excursion is a visit to the Burgess
Shale Geoscience Foundation in Yoho National Park near
the town of Field, British Columbia (71 miles). It offers
three different strenuous day-long hikes—the “Burgess
Shale”($69 CAN), the “Mt. Stephen Fossil Beds” ($48
CAN), and “Climate Change in the Rockies” ($37 CAN)
treks. On these guided hikes you climb either to 505-
Back at home base in Canmore, there are more
than 20 different restaurants. A delicious choice for
vegetarians is The Sunfood Café (2.1 miles) at 743 Railway Ave., where two Swiss chefs offer healthy food at
great prices. The rest of the WorldMark staff overwhelmingly recommends The Grizzly Paw Pub & Restaurant
(1.8 miles) at 622 Main St.
“It’s a cozy, well-maintained, well-run restaurant,” says
Cynthia. “They make all the beer they serve there—at
the brewery in back.” The pub also brews its own sodas
and serves halibut and chips, handmade burgers, AAA
steaks, flatbread pizza, and pasta dishes. Cynthia’s favorite: a steak sandwich with a Caesar salad, fries, and a beer
for $16 CAN.
For Doug, sitting outside at the Grizzly Paw is the
perfect end to a summer’s day—or perhaps even for
ending your stay in Canmore. He says, “Sitting outside
the pub and looking at the mountains—especially in
August when the sun sets between 10 and 11 p.m., is
simply amazing.”
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Ski Banff at Norquay. Just outside of Banff is the family-friendly Ski Banff at Norquay,
Ski Banff at Norquay
with terrains suitable for all levels. Lift packages can be purchased by the hour or for $49 CAN
per day. 21 mi.
Lake Louise. Cross-country skiing is a popular activity on Lake Louise itself while it’s frozen over, as well as along nearby Moraine Lake Road and in the Skoki Valley, all within Banff
National Park. For details and helpful trail classifications, pick up a copy of Cross-Country
Skiing—Nordic Trails in Banff National Park from the Lake Louise Visitor Centre. There’s also
Lake Louise
the Lake Louise Mountain Resort, which offers daily lift packages down four different mountains for $69 CAN per day. 54 mi.
Nakiska. In nearby Kananaskis County, this alpine resort was built to host the alpine skiing
events of the 1988 Winter Olympic Games. The runs here will satisfy the intermediate-toadvanced crowd. Lift tickets cost $46 CAN. 35 mi.
Owner Profile
LISA FOSTER
Theresa and Trevor Johnson
Residence: Mission, British Columbia
and the views are breathtaking,” Theresa says. “I
love waking up in the morning and looking off our
balcony—it’s the scene dreams are made of.”
Professions: Trevor is in outside sales for a
But her favorite thing at the resort is the outdoor
plumbing wholesaler; Theresa, a real estate agent
WorldMark owners since: March 2007
pool and spa. “It was so comfortably warm. By day,
Favorite WorldMark resorts: Arrow Point and
you can look at the Rocky Mountains; by night, you
Canmore-Banff
can stare at the dark skies and sparkling stars,”
What’s next: Kihei
she says.
She’s also full of tips for getting out and about.
“M
y husband and I recently became WorldMark owners,
“Banff is nearby—just 20 minutes away,” she says. “Make sure
and when we found out Canmore-Banff was opening we
you go up in the gondola there. From the top of the mountain, I saw
booked right away,” Theresa Johnson says. “We decided to have our
some of the most stunning views in my lifetime. In winter, ski hills
first WorldMark vacation here—and am I ever glad we did!”
are just a 30- or 45-minute drive away, depending on where you
What makes Canmore-Banff so special for Theresa, 25, and Trevor, 32, plus their children Alexandra, 5, and Christian, 2, is how
picturesque it is.
“The resort is located at the base of a towering, snowy mountain,
want to ski.”
To quell your hunger and satisfy your sweet tooth, Theresa recommends two Banff locations: The Keg [Steakhouse & Bar] and Mountain
Chocolates for “the best candy/caramel apples and treats ever!”
Sunshine Village
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Focus on WorldMark Cascade Lodge & WorldMark Sundance
What’s Up at
Whistler
BY LISA FOSTER
The pedestrian-only village.
I
f skiing is the first thing
that comes to mind when you
think of Whistler, think again.
While skiing is certainly pivotal
to tourism, it’s not everything
the town has to offer. Raquel
Steeves, resort manager at WorldMark
Cascade Lodge and WorldMark Sundance, and Scott Pendergast, Cascade
front desk clerk, share their favorite
summertime tips on the area—and discuss the finer points of each resort.
What can owners do when the
snow’s gone?
Year-round gondola rides.
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Canoe touring
Raquel: Summertime in Whistler is
just as beautiful as winter, and there
are lots of things the outdoors person
might enjoy. You can relax at one of
the nearby lakes or take a ziptrek tour.
Though not for everyone—especially
if you’re afraid of heights—a ziptrek
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Focus on WorldMark Cascade Lodge & WorldMark Sundance
DAN STEARNS (4)
come back exhausted—but
smiling from ear to ear—in
the evenings. Summer visitors are more laid back.
Besides sports activities,
what else can owners do
during the summer?
Raquel: Just kick back and
go to one of the lakes with a
good book, or sit on a patio
at one of many great restaurants at Whistler Village.
Alpine slide fun
Summer sailing
What makes WorldMark
Cascade Lodge special?
Scott: We’ve got the biggest pool—with 20,000
gallons of water—in Whistler, plus we’re right in the
village, so you never need your car.
Scott: Don’t forget about golf. Whistler’s four championship designer courses—Big Sky, Whistler Golf Club,
the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club, and the Nicklaus North Golf Course—were rated Canada’s number
one golf destination by Golf Digest magazine. Big Sky
has amazing ocean views and
breathtaking scenery, and
WM Cascade
bears have been spotted from
Lodge
a distance at the Fairmont
and WM
Sundance
Chateau Whistler Golf Club.
What are your “must-sees” for visitors?
WM Cascade
Lodge
front desk
clerk Scott
Pendergast.
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Raquel: You’re right. I did almost forget about golf! WorldMark owners who are residents
of British Columbia or Washington state can also buy the
Golf Passport (www.golfwhis
tler.com) to play four rounds
of golf on all four championship courses for $449 CAD.
How are the owners who stay
at your resorts in the summer
different from those who stay
with you in the winter?
Scott: In the winter, owners
are focused on skiing and snowboarding. They are up early and
What makes WorldMark Sundance special?
Raquel: We’re set against scenic cliffs, with dramatic
views from all the rooms.
Scott: The views from the top of Whistler Blackcomb.
It is simply awesome to see mountaintops for miles in each
direction. I also think it looks incredible here after a snowfall.
Raquel: Taking a self-guided “River of Golden Dreams”
canoe tour offered by Whistler Eco-Tours (www.whistler
ecotours.com). During the tour, the river of the same
name winds its way from Alta Lake to Green Lake. Of
course, everyone staying at the resorts also wants to see a
bear, but they can be pretty elusive. Bears visit every now
and then at Sundance, and a bear once took a swim in the
pool at Cascade Lodge at 3 a.m.!
Owners love this resort’s year-round heated outdoor pool and hot tubs—especially after skiing.
DAN STEARNS (4)
LISA FOSTER (2)
tour allows you to slide a thousand feet above the ground
on steel ziplines. Discounts on such tours are available to
owners—just ask at the front desk for details.
Whistler and Blackcomb mountains are open for
sightseeing, hiking trails, and—for the daredevil in all of
us—exciting downhill mountain biking (at the Whistler
Blackcomb Mountain Bike Park).
resort
manager
Raquel
Steeves.
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Mountain greens
WorldMark Cascade Lodge
Where would you take someone on a romantic dinner?
Scott: Kypriaki Norte—they’ve got insanely good
Greek food.
Raquel: The Rim-Rock Café in the Whistler Creek
area.
WorldMark Sundance
What’s the farthest distance an owner has traveled to get
to your resort?
Raquel: Australia. We get a lot of Asia Pacific owners.
Vancouver is hosting the Winter Olympics in 2010 and
many skiing events are taking place in Whistler. Has this
already changed the vibe in town?
Raquel: Lots of new shops are already popping up and
I’m sure we’ll see more!
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Everyone staying here enjoys views of Alpha Lake, the mountains, and an occasional black bear.
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For more info, visit www.worldmarktheclub.com/adventures
Greece by
Land and Sea
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Available for bookin
Aug. 1, 2007
Deluxe Footloose excursion
Greece—where ancient treasures and modern pleasures emerge from turquoise
seas and azure skies. Begin in Athens with a guided tour of the city’s illustrious ruins; then
set sail in the Aegean Sea aboard a Louis Cruise Line ship to visit
historic Greek islands and the exotic Turkish port of Kusadasi.
MAY 17–24, 2008 • 39,700 credits per person*
Package includes
• Three nights’ first-class hotel accommodation in Athens with
welcome drink and one buffet breakfast; guided deluxe motor coach
sightseeing tour of the city
• Four nights’ accommodation in Louis Cruise Line ship outside cabin
• Onboard entertainment program; full a la carte breakfasts, lunches,
and dinners; host service; all port taxes
• Cruise ship stops in Mykonos, Patmos, Rhodes, Heraklion,
Santorini, and Kusadasi; go to www.worldmarktheclub.com
for a complete itinerary
*All prices based on double occupancy. Solo owners will be paired up for double occupancy accommodations. Not included: Transaction fees, airfare, ground transportation, meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities other than
those listed in individual offers. Minimum age requirements may apply. Travelers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports or travel visas. Some tours require walking, including walking on
uneven terrain. Subject to change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
Las Vegas
NASCAR Weekend
March 1–3, 2008
Las Vegas Motor Speedway
October 21, 2007
Exhilarating stock car racing comes together with thrilling Las Vegas
nightlife for an unforgettable, action-packed weekend. Choose the
NASCAR package you prefer and get your motor running.
at 1:15 p.m. PT
1,100 credits per ticket*
Package 1: The Las Vegas Strip Experience
19,200 credits per person, double occupancy *
25,100 credits per person, single occupancy †
All seats in section 315,
rows DD, EE, FF, and GG
• Two nights’ hotel accommodation (Sat–Sun) at Monte Carlo Resort
& Casino on the Las Vegas Strip; all taxes and gratuities included
• Reserved front-stretch race seats for Busch Series (Sat) and
Nextel Cup Series (Sun)
• Roundtrip motor coach service to speedway from Monte Carlo
on both race days
• Food and beverages (including beer) at track’s privately catered
hospitality area (Sun only)
• Sunday pre-race pit passes (must be 16 years of age for pit access)
• On-site staff assistance
• All taxes and gratuities included
*Two people must book. †Solo travelers must book single occupancy price.
Additional nights available at 4,600 credits per night (tax included).
Package 2: NASCAR Your Own Way
14,200 credits per person
• Same as Package 1 but does not include hotel accommodations
• Roundtrip motor coach transportation to speedway on race days
originates at Monte Carlo Hotel; transfers to and from Monte Carlo
are not included
Succumb to the
siren song of the
Greek Isles—call
1-800-457-0103 today
Feel the thrill
of NASCAR—
call 1-800-457-0103
Not included: $129 USD transaction fee, airfare, WorldMark resort reservations, ground transportation, meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities other than those listed in
individual offers. Minimum age requirements may apply. Subject to change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052.
CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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*Based on double occupancy. Solo tours cater to solo travelers; however, all owners are welcome. Solo owners will be paired up to meet double
occupancy requirements. Limited number of single occupancy rooms available for additional 13,900 credits per person. Not included: $129 USD
transaction fee, airfare, ground transportation, meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities other than those listed. Minimum age requirements may apply.
Tours include walking for long periods of time, including walking on uneven terrain, stairs, and inclines. Subject to change and availability. Arranged by
WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
Enter a sea of blue and green as you join
the ranks of the “12th Man” to cheer
on the Seattle Seahawks in this home
game against the St. Louis Rams. Set
just south of historic Pioneer Square,
Seattle’s Qwest Field offers perfect
views of the gridiron and a stunning
panorama of snow-capped mountains
and shimmering Puget Sound. This is
the perfect gift for any Seahawks fan.
* Tickets will be shipped via UPS Ground; valid
street address and signature required. Please arrange
for someone to be available to sign for package during
daytime hours. Tickets are to be treated the same as
cash, and cannot be returned, refunded, or exchanged.
Subject to change and availability. Arranged by
WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd.,
Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI
601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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TRAVEL& ADVENTURE
These offers are a developer benefit made available by WorldMark by Wyndham,
9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond WA 98052.
TRAVEL& ADVENTURE
For more info, visit www.worldmarktheclub.com/adventures
DELUXE
14-NIGHT
TRANSATLANTIC
VOYAGE
Shopping, golfing, snorkeling, exploring—with Norwegian Cruise Line’s
Freestyle cruising, you choose what to do and when to do it. Experience
everything that’s available, or just relax the week away.
Take a sneak preview of TravelShare.
These offers—and more travel-forcredits options—are available as sample
TravelShare benefits. Experience the
privileges you deserve!
Your Vacation—
Your
Choice
If you’ve ever pictured yourself aboard
a luxury liner, it’s time to make your
cruise dreams come true. For a limited
time, you can use your credits toward
any cruise on Carnival, Norwegian,
Royal Caribbean, or Princess cruise
lines. Or plan that special Hawaii
vacation, using your credits toward your
airfare on Delta or Hawaiian airlines.
Travel anytime, but purchase by
September 30, 2007, to take advantage
of this special offer.
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian
Spirit sails roundtrip for seven nights
from New Orleans, La., for Costa Maya
and Cozumel, Mexico; Santo Tomás de
Castilla, Guatemala; Belize City, Belize;
and two carefree days at sea.
MARCH 2–9, 2008
Inside cabin:
15,000 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
17,250 credits per person*
Balcony cabin:
Starting from 22,000 credits per person*
Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian
Dawn sails roundtrip for seven nights
from Miami, Fla., for Samana,
Dominican Republic; Tortola, B.V.I;
St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.; Great Stirrup Cay,
Bahamas (NCL’S own private island);
and two luxurious days at sea.
MARCH 9–16, 2008
Inside cabin:
17,500 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
20,250 credits per person*
Balcony cabin:
Starting from 28,500 credits per person*
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Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Navigator of the
Seas sails one-way for 14 nights. You’ll depart
from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for overnight
docking in Kings Wharf, Bermuda; then
cruise four days across the Atlantic to Ponta
Delgada, Azores; Lisbon, Portugal; Seville
(Cadiz) and Malaga, Spain; and disembark in
Barcelona, Spain.
Inside cabin:
25,000 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
34,000 credits per person*
Balcony cabin:
41,250 credits per person*
Call 1-800-457-0103 today to
book this exhilarating escape
*All rates based on double occupancy, and include port charges and government fees. Not included: Transaction fee of up to $129 USD per cabin, airfare, gratuities, excursion activities, incidental expenses,
and beverages not part of the regular menu. Most regular shipboard meals and entertainment are included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports
or travel visas. Minimum age requirements may apply. Ships’ registry: Bahamas. Subject to change and availability. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052.WA
UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
Enjoy more cruise options to Mexico
than ever before. Sail to vibrant Cabo San Lucas
from San Diego, or voyage to lively Ensenada out
of Los Angeles.
Carnival 3- and 4-night cruises
Carnival Cruise Line’s Elation sails roundtrip for
four nights from San Diego for a full day in Cabo
San Lucas, and two fun-filled days at sea.
April 6–10, 2008
Inside cabin:
7,500 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
8,250 credits per person*
Carnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails roundtrip for
three nights from Los Angeles for Ensenada, with
a full, glorious day at sea.
April 18–21, 2008
Inside cabin:
8,750 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
9,750 credits per person*
Call 1-800-457-0103 to
reserve your cabin today
Wake up, make the call
to 1-800-953-5511—
and start packing!
Transaction fees and minimum age requirements may
apply. Travelers are responsible for all required travel
documents, including but not limited to passports or
travel visas. Subject to change and availability. Arranged
by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd.,
Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI
601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
APRIL 12–26, 2008
Indulge yourself in a
voyage on a luxury
liner across the Atlantic
Ocean to alluring ports
of call. This is how the
Hollywood set traveled
in the glamour era—now
it’s your turn.
*All rates based on double occupancy, and include port charges and government fees. Not included: Transaction fees of up to
$129 USD, airfare, gratuities, excursion activities, incidental expenses, and beverages not part of the regular menu. Most regular
shipboard meals and entertainment are included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but
not limited to passports or travel visas. Minimum age requirements may apply. Ships’ registry: Bahamas. Subject to change and
availability. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. WA UBI 601190827.
CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
*All rates based on double occupancy, and include port charges and government fees. Not included: Transaction fee of up to $129 USD, airfare, gratuities, excursion activities, incidental expenses,
and beverages not part of the regular menu. Most regular shipboard meals and entertainment are included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to
passports or travel visas. Minimum age requirements may apply to purchase. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. Ships’ registry: Panama and
Bahamas. Subject to change and availability. WA UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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TRAVELSHARE OFFERS
This program is offered as a developer benefit made available by
WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052
TRAVELSHARE OFFERS
SOLO CONNECTIONS
For more information, sign in at www.worldmarktheclub.com
CONNECTIONS
April 9–17, 2008
28,300 credits per person*
There’s Still Time…
Explore all that Costa Rica has to offer—
from San Jose to Guanacaste—on this
spectacular eight-night tour. A riverboat
cruise through the rainforest, guided
nature walk in a wildlife refuge, and
beach-resort relaxation are just a few of
the highlights of this outstanding Central
American escapade.
These exciting travel and adventure opportunities are still available for booking.
For complete details on these offers, visit www.worldmarktheclub.com.
Package includes
• Eight nights’ total first-class hotel
accommodation in San Jose (2), San
Carlos thermal hot springs resort (2),
Monteverde (2), Guanacaste
all-inclusive resort (2)
• All transfers between hotels
• Eight breakfasts, one lunch, and
seven dinners
• Sign in at www.worldmarktheclub.com
for a daily itinerary
QUARTERLY COLLECTION
Your
Vacation—
Your
Choice
• San Francisco
Dinner Cruise
November 17, 2007
3,800 credits per person*
Explore your wild side—
call 1-800-457-0103
to book this exotic escape
• Ramble and Gamble:
Beaches to Rainforest
October 20–21, 2007
7,800 credits per person*
CONNECTIONS
Choose from two delightful getaways to Mexico.
Sail out of San Diego to colorful Cabo San Lucas
and lively Ensenada; or cruise out of Los Angeles
to Ensenada and charming Catalina Island.
Carnival Cruise Line’s Elation sails roundtrip for
five nights from San Diego for a full day each in
Cabo San Lucas and Ensenada, Mexico, and two
fun-filled days at sea.
April 28–May 3, 2008
Inside cabin:
9,500 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
10,500 credits per person*
Carnival 4- and 5-night cruises
Carnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails roundtrip
for four nights from Los Angeles for Ensenada,
Mexico, and Catalina, California, with a full,
glorious day at sea.
April 28–May 2, 2008
Inside cabin:
7,750 credits per person*
Outside cabin:
8,750 credits per person*
Call 1-800-457-0103 to
reserve your cabin today
©DISNEY
*Based on double occupancy. Solo Connections tours cater to solo travelers; however, all owners are welcome. Solo owners will be paired up to meet double occupancy requirements. Limited number of single
occupancy rooms available for additional 11,200 credits per person. Not included: Airfare, ground transportation, meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities other than those listed. Travelers are responsible for
all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports, travel visas, and exit taxes. Minimum age requirements may apply. Tours include walking, including walking on uneven terrain. Subject
to change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
• Walt Disney World®
Resort Event
May 14–18, 2008
12,600 credits per person*
• Great Cities of
Italy Tour
March 29–April 5, 2008
34,500 credits per person*
• Thailand
Adventure
February 7–18, 2008
44,500 credits per person*
Don’t miss out on these great offers—
call 1-800-457-0103 today
*All rates based on double occupancy, and include port charges and government fees. Not included: Airfare, gratuities, excursion activities, incidental expenses, and beverages not part of the regular
menu. All regular shipboard meals and entertainment are included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports or travel visas. Minimum age
requirements may apply to purchase. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. Ships’ registry: Panama and Bahamas. Subject to change and availability. WA UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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*All prices based on double occupancy. Solo owners will be paired up for double occupancy accommodations. Not included: Airfare, ground
transportation, meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities other than those listed in individual offers. Minimum age requirements may apply. Travelers
are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports or travel visas. Some tours require walking, including walking
on uneven terrain. Subject to change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 206782050. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
If you’ve ever pictured yourself aboard
a luxury liner, it’s time to make your
cruise dreams come true. For a limited
time, you can use your credits toward
any cruise on Carnival, Norwegian,
Royal Caribbean, or Princess cruise
lines. Or plan that special Hawaii
vacation, using your credits toward your
airfare on Delta or Hawaiian airlines.
Travel anytime, but purchase by
September 30, 2007, to take advantage
of this special offer.
Wake up, make the call
to 1-800-953-5511—
and start packing!
Minimum age requirements may apply. Travelers are
responsible for all required travel documents, including
but not limited to passports or travel visas. Subject to
change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by
Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052.
CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada
Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
DESTINATIONS | August 2007
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TRAVELSHARE ELITE OFFERS
TRAVEL ALA CARTE ELITE
This program is offered as a developer benefit made available by
WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052
CONNECTIONS DIAMOND
TRAVELSHARE ELITE OFFERS
CONNECTIONS
PLATINUM
EXTRAORDINARY
Experience the friendly culture, stunning
art, and dramatic history of spectacular
Spain. Greet the New Year by shadowing the
footsteps of mighty kings, remarkable artists,
and phenomenal athletes as you tour sites
such as the Royal Palace, the Prado Museum,
and the 1992 Olympic Games complex.
CANAL CRUISE
HOLIDAY SPREE
IN SPAIN
of the Southern Caribbean—and marvel at the engineering feat that is the Panama
Canal—on this unforgettable 10-day Holland America Sunfarer cruise.
PRINCESS CRUISES/CUNARD
The ms Volendam sails roundtrip for 10 nights from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., for Half
Moon Cay, Bahamas; Oranjestad, Aruba; Willemstad, Curacao; the Panama Canal;
Gatun Lake and Colon, Panama; and Puerto Limon, Costa Rica.
DECEMBER 1323, 2007
Starting at 26,000 credits per person*
*Based on double occupancy; reservation must include two persons. Not included: Airfare, ground transportation, meals, wine and beverage purchases at meals, incidental expenses, and gratuities
other than those listed. Travelers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports, travel visas, and exit taxes. Minimum age requirements may apply. Subject
to change and availability. Arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. WA UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
Few things are more thrilling than
a transatlantic crossing, especially
aboard a historic ocean liner that is
an elegant destination unto itself.
The Queen Mary 2 will ensnare your
heart and fire your imagination as
she glides between New York and
London for six nights with all the
majesty of her historic predecessors—
and dazzling new upgrades to suit
21st-century sensibilities.
*Rates based on inside cabin and double occupancy,
and valid only on select sailings. Airfare, transfers,
taxes, and gratuities not included. Cancellation penalties apply. Subject to change and availability. Arranged
by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd.,
Redmond, WA 98052. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI
601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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Package includes
• Eleven nights’ total accommodation in
superior tourist-class hotels in Madrid (2),
Cordoba (1), Seville (2), Costa del Sol (1),
Granada (2), Valencia (1) and Barcelona
(2), with all hotel tips, local taxes, and
service charges
• Eleven continental breakfasts and seven
3-course dinners
• Deluxe motor coach transportation and
ferry service while touring
• Sign in at www.worldmarktheclub.com
for a daily itinerary
Add “olé” to “auld lang syne” this
year—call 1-800-953-5511 today
Inside cabin: 24,500 credits per person*
And don’t forget these other exciting
Travel ala Carte Elite opportunities:
• Lake Powell Houseboat rentals
• European River Cruises
• New York City packages
• Eurail Train Passes
• Maui Luau
Call 1-800-953-5511 for details
DECEMBER 26, 2007
JANUARY 7, 2008
31,500 credits per person*
CARIBBEAN/PANAMA
Enjoy the white sandy beaches and pristine coral reefs
For more information, sign in at www.worldmarktheclub.com
CONNECTIONS ELITE
EXOTIC
CARIBBEAN
ESCAPE
Start with Puerto Rico’s
relaxing beaches,
mysterious underground
caves, and massive
rainforest; move on to
the charming Dutch
influences in Aruba and
Curaçao; and end with
unbelievable duty-free
shopping on St. Maarten
and St. Thomas. This
seven-night Southern Caribbean cruise offers
something for everyone.
Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Adventure of
the Seas sails roundtrip for seven nights from
San Juan, Puerto Rico, for Oranjestad, Aruba;
Willemstad, Curaçao; Philipsburg, St. Maarten;
and Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas.
JANUARY 13–20, 2008
Inside cabin: 14,750 credits per person*
CALL 1-800-953-5511 TO BOOK
THIS WONDROUS CRUISE VACATION
*All rates based on double occupancy. Price is for category MM inside cabin. Not included: Port charges, government fees, airfare, gratuities,
excursion activities, incidental expenses, and beverages not part of the regular menu. Most regular shipboard meals and entertainment are
included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports or travel visas. Minimum age
requirements may apply. Ships’ registry: Netherlands. Subject to change and availability. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805
Willows Rd., Redmond, WA 98052. WA UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-030.
Book this delightful
voyage by calling
1-800-953-5511 today
*All rates based on double occupancy. Price is for Category N inside cabin. Not included: Port charges, government fees, airfare, gratuities, excursion activities, incidental expenses, and beverages not part of
the regular menu. Most regular shipboard meals and entertainment are included. Passengers are responsible for all required travel documents, including but not limited to passports or travel visas. Minimum
age requirements may apply to purchase. Ships’ registry: Norway and the Bahamas. Subject to change and availability. Cruises arranged by WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA
98052.WA UBI 601190827. CSR 2067820-50. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.
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Lasting impression
Mickey
and
Minnie
How far will TravelShare take you?
SM
When your WorldMark® ownership has
taken you as far as you think you could
go, consider adding TravelShare. You’ll
get more vacation choices and planning
flexibility, which could be exactly what
Tracy
and
Hepburn
you need to get more out of life.
Lucy
and
Desi
Homer
and
Marge
The Look of Love
The 2007 Destinations Photo & Essay Contest
T
he blissful theme for the 2007 Destinations
Photo & Essay Contest is: “Love Stories.”
Please share yours. Frankly, we can’t get enough of
them. And they don’t need to be just about you and your significant other. If you’ve fallen in love (or back in love) with
anyone, anything, or any place while on a WorldMark vacation—your photo and/or essay about the
experience qualifies, with one exception:
No sunsets. We have hundreds of them.
Also make certain that all your photo
and essay entries pertain to a WorldMark
or exchange vacation taken between the
years 2000 and 2007.
By entering the contest, you agree to free and unlimited use
of your photograph and/or essay by WorldMark by Wynd30
DESTINATIONS | August 2007
ham, including publication in future issues of Destinations.
Winning entries will appear in the December 2007 issue of
Destinations—our most popular issue of each year. Prizes are
non-renewable WorldMark credits—up to 10,000 credits for
first-place winners. For a complete list of contest rules and
prizes, go to www.worldmarktheclub.com/destinations.
Mail all photos and essay entries to:
Destinations Photo and Essay Contest
WorldMark by Wyndham
9805 Willows Road NE
Redmond, WA 98052
All entries must be postmarked no later than Friday,
September 21, 2007.
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Bogart
and
Bacall
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and
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For more information, call 1-800-304-5212
This advertising material is intended to solicit sales of timeshare interests.
Not an offer in states where registration requirements have not been met.
WorldMark by Wyndham, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052
New Name—
Same Great Program
The Trendwest Real Estate Referral ProgramSM is now the WORLDMARK BY
WYNDHAM REAL ESTATE REFERRAL PROGRAMSM , but the benefits of this
program remain unchanged. Call us first when it’s time to buy or sell your
home, and you could earn 1,000 permanent WorldMark® credits—renewed
automatically every year—for life.
The WorldMark by Wyndham Real Estate Referral Program provides
expert service from renowned firms, including Century 21®, ERA®, and
Coldwell Banker®, through an exclusive program available only to eligible
WorldMark owners. If you’re buying and selling a home, you could earn up
to 2,000 lifetime credits! Call today and find out if you qualify.
CALL TOLL FREE AT
1-877-869-9672
Inquire online at
www.worldmarktheclub.com/owners/realestate.shtml
THIS PROGRAM OFFERED AS A DEVELOPER BENEFIT MADE AVAILABLE BY WORLDMARK BY WYNDHAM.
Transaction must be initiated through the WorldMark by Wyndham Real Estate Referral Program (“Program”) office to qualify. Owner must have purchased a WorldMark membership on or before November 5, 2006, or
if purchased after that date, owner must be a TravelShare member in good standing. Vacation credits will be available only to eligible WorldMark owners who first register with the Program and have been referred to the
participating local broker through the Program. Owners going directly to the individual real estate brokers without referral will not be eligible to partake in this offer. Credits cannot be awarded for previous transactions
currently under contract. Trendwest Resorts, Inc. is a licensed real estate broker in the State of California, license #01104046. A certain minimum value per transaction is required. Some transactions may not be eligible.
Program may not be available in all states. To see if your transaction meets minimum requirements and the program is available in your state, call 1-877-869-9672. Participating brokers are subject to change.
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