Today, April 26, finishes the portion of National Parks Week, 2013, that offers free admission. However, the activities and fun of the week-long celebration of our National Parks continues through Sunday, April 28. From the National Park Service: Did you know that there are 401 national parks? That they include seashores, battlefields, historic homes, archaeological sites, and…
Earth Day 2013 is Monday, April 22. Just in time RCI has announced its Green Awards winners, and all three are timeshare resorts in Carlsbad, CA. Grand Pacific Palisades Resort earned top honors as the Platinum RCI Green Award winner. “We had many wonderful applicants for the second annual RCI Green Awards, which collectively demonstrates…
California Redwoods, submitted by J. Whetstine, Poway, CA Most people know Redwood National Park as home to the tallest trees on Earth. But the parks also protect vast prairies, oak woodlands, wild riverways, and nearly 40 miles of pristine coastline, all supporting a rich mosaic of wildlife diversity and cultural traditions. – National Park Service…
Play Ball! Along with the start of Major League Baseball season (opening day was on Easter this year), baseball fans have the movie “42” to also help get their 2013 game juices flowing. Take a timeshare vacation to New York City, and enjoy exploring the life and times of the hero of “42” – Jackie…
Do you know what expenses you, as a timeshare owner, can deduct on your tax return? The answer is not the same for everyone. Use the following information as a starting point for discussions with your own personal accountant. Timeshare Ownership1. Interest ExpensesIn addition to your primary home loan, the interest you pay on a…
Visiting the Philippines is an exciting endeavor that more people are planning every year. Read on to find out exactly where you need to head to enjoy your time in this Asian sensation! 1. Boracay. A small island about 190 miles from Manila, the beaches of Boracay have received numerous awards from various global travel…
“You never know what you’re going to discover on an early-morning hike,” says Jason W. of New York City. Hiking through the woods in Belgium he and his companions suddenly came into a clearing and “here was this castle!” There are many castles all over Europe, some hidden, some atop hills. All are worth exploring…
This year, the annual American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Convention moves from its bi-annual location in Orlando to the beachside resort destination of Hollywood, Florida. The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa will host the convention from April 7-11. This premier gathering for the vacation ownership industry attracts more than 3,000 participants from over 20 countries…
Let’s Party! Welcome to the Ultimate Blog Party, hosted b 5 Minutes for Mom! We’re participating by hosting a party on our site, too, with a giveaway for you! Just follow the instructions below to enter to win a FREE 2-year Membership to Redweek.com, a $29.98 value! Did you know that when timeshare owners can’t…
With flying continuing to be such a hassle many families are opting to drive to their timeshare vacation. And a road trip does sound like it would be fun – the road, the music, the memorable scenery. That’s all true, if you don’t have kids. Long drives can be carefree if you are responsible only…