South Beach Miami

We spent a few days at a conference in Miami a few weeks ago. After the conference I was lucky enough to spend an extra night in the South Beach section of Miami. What a spot! There are dozens of restaurants, most of them are open air that expand out onto the side walk. There was entertainment at each restaurant with a fabulous choice of food and drink.

South Beach has a great beach too. With blue ocean waves and cabanas everywhere. Be aware, that just like Europe or South America, the women are usually topless on this beach.

I stayed at the Crescent Hotel, http://www.clubnavigo.com/resorts/miami/crescent/, which is a Club Navigo resort. It was classic art deco with comfortable yet South Beach styling. The rooms are on the small side but have plenty of personality. My unit had a jacuzzi tub, a partial kitchen and plenty of room for two people. The resort is just across the street from the beach and just a few blocks from all of the South Beach nightlife.

You can go to this desinnation using your points. If interested, please contact our Owner Services department at 888.333.1535. While we can’t provide an instant confirmation we’ll be happy to try and arrange your vacation. South Beach may be as close as you can get to leaving the country, without crossing any borders. I’d recommend it to couples  that don’t require alot of sleep (at night at least.)

Mountainview in May

I had the opportunity to attend a Board meeting at Mountainview Resort in Jackman Maine last week. Spring had definitely sprung! There was green grass, flowing rivers and we only saw patches of snow in the woods.

The resort is looking good. There have been many improvements including a new 3 bedroom cabin and the re-painting of the indoor pool area. Both make a great impression and I hope many people will enjoy the resort this year.

We did brave the US Border Patrol and cross the border into Canada for dinner. There is the town of St. Georges 35 miles across the border that is an easy ride with plenty of scenic vistas. It’s suprising how flat and meadow-like the land is as you travel into Canada. There are large farms and two of the largest logging/lumber plants I’ve ever scene. The town of St. Georges has a lot of restaurants located on the banks of the Kennebec river on 1st and 2nd Streets. Naturally, being in Quebec, the menus are in french, as are the people. So be prepared to either translate or do alot of pointing at the menus. We ate at Monde Cafe. It was good food, casual and enjoyable. Remember just because your server may speak french, and you don’t, there is no need to shout at them in English. They are french, not deaf.

Sandy Stevens, the resort manager is happy to share her great resort with as many people as possible. We have created rafting packages with Windfall Outdoor Center (located in Jackman) and there are new ATV rentals available in town now too!  

We did manage to spot 3 moose, one coyote, one deer, and one gopher, all without leaving the resort!

Spend Your Summer in Lincoln

Memorial Day is here and it’s the start of the summer season!  That means it’s time to start thinking about your summer vacations.  Lincoln, NH is a great location to see that the White Mountains have more to offer than just skiing. 

Whether you enjoy hiking through one of the many mountain trails, shopping at the North Conway outlets or just lounging by the outdoor pool, Pollard Brook and South Mountain are a great starting point for each day of your vacation. 

For July and August, there is a lot of open inventory at both South Mountain and Pollard Brook.  Log in to the Fun-O-Meter and check how many points you would need to book your stay or call the Owner Services department at 888.333.1535 today to check point values and availability. 

Earn 10,000 Club Bonus Points Today!

Book your summer vacation now and earn 10,000 Vacation Club bonus points! 

Book 2 nights, mid-week at either the Falls at Ogunquit or at HarborWalk or book a full week, 7 night stay at Pollard Brook, South Mountain, or Mountainview Resort and earn 10,000 Bonus Points. You’ll earn bonus points for all reservations with travel dates between now and Labor Day!

Your bonus points can be used for Playtime Points, 2008 Club Reservations, DestINNation exchanges, and Interval International Exchanges booked in 2008 (travel in 2009 permitted if booking window allows).  Bonus points awarded during this promotion will expire 12/31/08 and are not elligible for accrual. 

Call the Owner Services at 888.333.1535 department to book your stay today!