A Magazine Exclusively for WorldMark Owners February 2005 ...

A M a g a z i n e E x c l u s i v e l y f o r W o r l d M a r k O w n e r s F e b r u a r y 2 0 0 5

WorldMark In the City

Seattle Beckons

Vancouver Dazzles

San Francisco Welcomes

Official Rome to London Sweepstakes Rules NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES.CONSUMER DISCLOSURE: Sweepstakes is open only to WorldMark, The Club owners who submit qualified referral names and are U.S. residents in the states of Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, Oregon, Utah or Washington or the Canadian province of British Columbia. WorldMark® owners are eligible to one entry for every qualified referral submitted to Trendwest® between January 1, 2005 at 12:00 AM PST and March 31, 2005 at 11:59 PM PST. Qualified referrals must be between the ages of 25-75 with a combined annual income of $35,000 or more. You may send in additional referrals and receive additional entries by writing to Attn: Friends First Sweepstakes, 9805 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Owners’ referrals must be received by March 31, 2005 to be entered into drawing. Prize is guaranteed to be given away by random drawing. Drawing to be conducted by the Major Prize Coordinator and will be held on April 28, 2005 at Trendwest Resorts’ Redmond, WA, corporate headquarters. Grand Prize: One winner will receive a vacation for two adults for an 11-day/t10-night Rome to London vacation package and $1,500 (U.S. funds) in spending money. The winner and a friend will receive coach airfare to Rome, Italy, to begin a tour that includes Rome, Florence and Venice, Italy; Lucerne, Switzerland; Paris, France; and London, England. Included in this package is first-class or better hotel accommodations every night, sightseeing tours in each of the above cities, eight buffet breakfasts, two full English breakfasts and four three-course dinners. Total estimated retail value $8,000 (U.S. funds). Air travel and Rome to London package are subject to availability and must be booked through Trendwest Travel at 1-800-953-5511. Globus® Essential Europe package details are subject to change and departure date is subject to the tours set up by Globus®. The tour must be booked through Trendwest Travel. All ticketing is final. Transportation to and from airports of departure and arrival, applicable departure taxes and expenses not covered in this disclosure are the responsibil-ity of the prize winner. Blackout periods may apply. Vacation must be taken within one year of prize acceptance. Winner may also choose $5,000 (U.S. funds) in cash instead of the Rome to London prize. Prize is non-transferable. Odds of winning are estimated to be 1:100,000. Winner will be notified by telephone and/or certified mail. Prize must be claimed within 45 days of notification. Winner must agree to the use of pictures, name and/or statements for future promotional purposes without further payment or consideration. Sponsor(s) is not responsible for any loss, damage or injury of any kind resulting from acceptance of this prize or participation in this promotion. Trendwest Resorts and Cendant Corporation employees and/or associates are not eligible to claim prize. 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. Sponsor: Trendwest Resorts, Inc., 9805 Willows Rd NE, Redmond, WA 98052. You may decline future sweepstakes mailings by writing to us at: Trendwest Resorts c/o Sweepstakes Opt-Out, 9805 Willows Rd, Redmond, WA 98052.CALIFORNIA BROKER: Trendwest Resorts, Inc. (AGT), 335 Cochrane Circle, Morgan Hill, CA 95037.OREGON BROKER: TW Resorts Real Estate Inc., d.b.a. Trendwest, 939 NW Highway 101, Depoe Bay, OR 97341.WASHINGTON BROKER: Trendwest Resorts, Inc., 3655 131st Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98006.

Rediscover the Old World of cathedrals, monuments and bridges in the Friends First Rome to London Sweepstakes! This special 11-day/10-night tour for two includes roundtrip air, four three-course dinners, a trip on the Eurostar train under the English Channel and guided sightseeing visits to the Vatican Museums, the Roman Forum, the Colosseum, St. Mark’s Square, the Eiffel Tower, St. Paul’s Cathedral and more.

Roundtrip airfare for twoTen nights first class or better accommodationsSix cities: Rome, Florence, Venice, Lucerne, Paris and London$1,500 in spending money

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Each referral is another chance to win!For every referral you submit between January 1 and March 31, 2005, you’ll receive one sweepstakes entry for this 11-day Rome to London tour with a retail value up to $8,000. (See official rules below. Odds of winning are estimated to be 1:100,000.)

Enter the Rome to London Sweepstakes today! Call 1-877-77-FRIEND (1-877-773-7436) or e-mail [email protected].

Win an 11-day Tour of Rome, Paris and London!

DESTINATIONS | February 2005 3

features16 Immersed in the Emerald City

WorldMark Seattle provides the perfect base camp for a wide variety of activities. B Y R O M Y J A CO B S O N L A W Y E R

20 The Great Light North

Cosmopolitan adventure options and easy access to the great outdoors make WorldMark The Canadian in Vancouver a perfect place to recharge and renew. B Y B E Á TA J A C H U L S K I B A K E R

24 San Francisco Here We Come!

WorldMark owners will find themselves in the heart of the thrilling city by the bay when they stay at our newest California resort. B Y K E I T H W A L S H

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departments5 LETTERS

6 YOUR CLUB

26 ADVENTURE AND TRAVEL

30 LAST WORD

ONLINE IN DESTINATIONS EXTRA:• The amazing Seattle Center• The WorldMark VIP Card• Urban adventures in Paris

www.worldmarktheclub.com/destinations

ON THE COVER: The sun sets over Puget Sound and WorldMark Seattle in downtown Seattle, Washington. Photo by Craig Harrold.

VANCOUVER DAZZLES

F E B R U A R Y 2 0 0 5

Win an 11-day Tour of Rome, Paris and London!

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The Future’s So BrightFEBRUARY can be a dreary little affair: cold, dark and drizzly, the thrills of the December holidays long passed and the promise of summer too far away. But here at WorldMark, February is absolutely glowing and we’re eager to share the radiance with you. With this issue, Destinations once again becomes a monthly periodical, shining a light on all that’s new and exciting in the world of WorldMark own-ership. We’re delighted to be coming into your homes on a more regular basis with all the latest information on club issues, new resorts and special offers. We’re opening new doors—literally and figu-ratively—to urban adven-tures. Turn to Page 16 to join Romy Jacobson Lawyer as she guides you through Seattle and The Camlin, our newest jewel in the Pacific Northwest. Keith Walsh reports on the opening of another big city beauty, WorldMark San Francisco. I have the privilege of revisiting our urban roots with a whirlwind trip to WorldMark The Canadian—our first metropolitan resort—to explore the beautiful city of Vancouver, British Columbia. WorldMark continues to offer thrilling international getaways for credits. Turn to Page 26 to learn of this quarter’s Trendwest Travel Special, adventures to Spain and Portugal, a Footloose escapade to Hawaii, an amazing private all-inclusive golf tournament and spa combo, a unique murder mystery cruise to the Caribbean and 10 other cruises to choose from. It may be winter outside, but in the world of WorldMark it’s always warm and inviting. Pour yourself a cup of something comforting, put your feet up and read all about what’s coming to your club. And keep your sunglasses han-dy—the future is dazzling.

Vice President of WorldMark Dave HerrickPublisher Wendy NoritakeSenior Editor Beáta Jachulski Baker Managing Editor Keith Walsh Art Director Jill House

Contributors: Dave Akins, Misty Beaupré, Sylvia Betancourt, Kristin Beutel, Emma Croston, Patty Daly, Tami Fitch, Heather Hart, Romy Jacobson-Lawyer, Andrea Jeffus, Lidija Kolukcija, Alyssa Moore, Brian Runnels, Dorla Sherwood, Dan Stearns, Julie Stevens, CarolAnn Stucky, Donna Wilson, Kimberly Wolf

Reservations Department1-800-457-0103Mon. – Fri., 6:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. PTSat. & Sun., 6:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. PT(Closed Tue., 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. PT)

Owner [email protected]. – Fri., 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. PT(Closed Tue., 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. PT)

Trendwest Travel1-800-953-5511Mon. – Fri., 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. PTSat., 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. PT(Closed Wed., 2:30 – 4:00 p.m. PT)

Resort Condominiums International1-800-585-4833

Interval International Service line: 1-877-678-4400Flexchange recording: 1-800-722-1747

Comments are appreciatedDestinations Editor9805 Willows Road NERedmond, WA 98052(425) [email protected]

Visit Destinations on the Web at www.worldmarktheclub.com/destinations

© 2005, WorldMark, The Club. All rights re-served. Vol. XV, No. 1, February 2005. Destina-tions is published monthly except January by WorldMark, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Destinations is an official WorldMark publication. Subscriptions are covered by dues paid by owners of WorldMark. Non-owner sub-scription price of $11 per year, including state sales tax. Unsolicited manuscripts or photos will not be returned unless accompanied by a self-ad-dressed stamped envelope. The publisher is not responsible for the loss or damage of any material submitted. Please see our submission guidelines at www.worldmarktheclub.com/destinations/guidelines.shtml. Canadian Publications Mail Product Sales Agreement #40870507. Postage paid at Vancouver, BC. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Destinations, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Canada Post: Publication Mail Agreement No. 40870507, Postage Paid at Vancouver, BC. Return Undeliv-erable Canadian Addresses to: Destinations c/o Mailing Department 1070 SE Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V5X 2V4.

COMING NEXT MONTH: Board elections and appointments; bylaw changes; mountain fun; the jewels of France; Disney 50th anniversary adventure; Pacific Northwest cruises.

Beáta Jachulski BakerSenior Editor


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IN READING about the progress in renovating The Camlin in the lat-est edition of Destinations, I was once again reminded of the fact that my wife and I spent our wedding night there over 50 years ago. We were married in the old University Lutheran Church (since demolished and replaced by a much larger structure) on September 14, 1951. Following a reception at the Meany Hotel (since renamed) in the University District, my bride and I drove downtown to The Camlin. We entered the hotel, approached

the registration desk and—as calm-ly and nonchalantly as possible for a couple of people not quite 22 years old—tried our best not to appear as newlyweds. In the elevator on the way to our room we remarked on the smiles and grins on the faces of the hotel staff we encountered and won-dered if they were at all aware of the fact that we were just married. It was not until we were in our room and my bride removed her hat, which had a small veil, that we realized the hotel staff did indeed realize we were new-lyweds—handfuls of rice, which had

gotten stuck in her veil, fell out on the floor! We have visited The Camlin a num-ber of times since for lunch and din-ner. For our 40th wedding anniversa-ry our five children and their spous-es hosted a lunch for us in the small upstairs banquet facility. Needless to say, we are looking forward to the opening of the newly renovated hotel, which holds old memories for us.

Sincerely,Frederick and Sally NollanWorldMark owners since 1997

One Owner’s Camlin Memories

WE’D LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU!Send us your WorldMark stories,

comments, pictures, etc., to

Destinations Editor, 9805 Willows

Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052 or

e-mail [email protected].


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INVENTORY SPECIALSIn March, you can vacation at the

following resorts for just four cents

per credit. Call the Vacation Planning

Center at 1-800-457-0103 to make

your reservations.

MIDWEEK AND LIMITED WEEKENDS

Angels Camp, CA

Bison Ranch, AZ

Branson, MO

Galena, IL

Grand Lake, OK

Lake of the Ozarks, MO

Pinetop, AZ

Windsor, CA

MIDWEEK ONLY

Arrow Point, ID

Bass Lake, CA

Big Bear, CA

Clear Lake, CA

Leavenworth, WA

Running Y, OR

Victoria, BC

Wolf Creek, UT

Midweek stays must take place Sunday through Thursday. There is a two-night minimum stay on weekends. Reservations for Inventory Specials can only be booked within 60 days of arrival but are not subject to the 14-day booking window. You may book multiple units. Holidays are excluded.

Lucky owners Larry Barker of Kansas City, Missouri, and Linda Turnbull of Alderngrove, British Columbia, have been chosen as the latest

winners of a three-night WorldMark stay. Their completed comment

cards were selected in our November and December drawings—next

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Wine, Whimsy and SoleNewport Seafood & Wine Festival

THE 28TH ANNUAL Newport Seafood & Wine Festival is com-ing to the Oregon coast February 25 - 27, 2005. Activities directors James Gaerlan of Gleneden and Andrea Baker of Depoe Bay have teamed up to offer WorldMark owners an exclusive package for the festival days of Friday the 25th and Sunday the 27th. The Newport Seafood & Wine Festival is the premier event of its kind on the West Coast. Sample delectable seafood dishes and wines from commercial and amateur vintners from Oregon, Washington and Idaho.

Shop at arts and crafts booths offering paintings and pho-tographs, handcrafted jewelry, sculpture, pottery and gift items. And if you participate in the 5K run spon-sored by the Coast Hills Running Club, you can eat

and drink guilt-free! WorldMark owners can purchase a festival package for

$30 USD per person that will entitle them to

• Shuttle service from WorldMark Gleneden to the festival• Admission to the festival• Special entrance for pre-purchased ticket-holders• A souvenir wine-tasting glass

Reserve your festival package by calling WorldMark Gleneden at (541) 764-5080 or Depoe Bay at (541) 765-7600, or e-mailing James Gaerlan at [email protected]. Have your credit card information ready. You will receive your festival admissions bracelet and shuttle vouchers upon check-in. Last year’s packages sold out rapidly, so call today!

Festival package subject to cancellation, change and availability. Due to limited shuttle space, reservations are strongly recommended. Package good for February 25 or 27 only.

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NORTHWESTBirch Bay, WAThu, Feb 3, 6 pmThu, Mar 3, 6 pmTue, Mar 29, 6 pm

Bothell, WAWed, Feb 2, 6 pmWed, Feb 23, 6 pmWed, Mar 2, 6 pmTue, Mar 15, 6 pmWed, Mar 30, 6 pm

Coeur d’Alene, IDAt Coeur d’Alene Inn414 W. ApplewayThu, Feb 17, 7 pmThu, Mar 17, 7 pm

Depoe Bay, ORAt Gleneden resortSat, Mar 12, 10 am, 2 pm

Discovery Bay, WAThu, Mar 24, 6 pm

Federal Way, WATue, Feb 1, 6 pmTue, Feb 8, 6 pmTue, Feb 22, 6 pmTue, Mar 1, 6 pmTue, Mar 8, 6 pmTue, Mar 22, 6 pm

Leavenworth, WAWed, Mar 16, 6 pm

Medford, ORAt the Red Lion MedfordThu, Feb 10, 6 pm

Seaside, ORThu, Mar 10, 6 pm

Tri-Cities, WAAt the Red Lion Richland802 Geo. Washington WayWed, Feb 16, 6 pm

Vancouver, WA, USAWed, Feb 9, 6 pmThu, Feb 24, 6 pmWed, Mar 9, 6 pmWed, Mar 23, 6 pm

N. CALIFORNIAAngels Camp, CAMon, Feb 7, 6 pm

Reno, NVSat, Feb 5, 2 pm

Roseville, CATue, Feb 8, 6 pmSat, Feb 19, 10 am, 2 pmWed, Mar 2, 6 pmSat, Mar 19, 10 am, 2 pmTue, Mar 29, 6 pm

San Francisco, CASat, Feb 12, 10 am, 2 pmSat, Mar 12, 10 am, 2 pmCall 1-888-805-5863 for parking info.

Santanna Row, CANew San Jose sales office!2880 Stevens Creek BlvdMon, Feb 21, 6 pmMon, Feb 28, 6 pmMon, Mar 14, 6 pmMon, Mar 28, 6 pm

Stockton, CATue, Mar 15, 6 pm

Walnut Creek, CAWed, Feb 9, 6 pmSat, Feb 26, 10 am, 2 pmThu, Mar 10, 6 pmSat, Mar 26, 10 am, 2 pm

Windsor, CATue, Feb 15, 6 pmWed, Mar 9, 6 pm

S. CALIFORNIABakersfield, CAMon, Feb 7, 6 pmMon, Mar 7, 6 pm

Big Bear, CAAt resort clubhouse.Sun, Feb 13, 1 pmSun, Mar 6, 1 pm

Las Vegas, NVAt resort on Las Vegas Blvd.Sun, Feb 20, 2 pmSun, Mar 20, 2 pm

Oceanside, CAAt resortWed, Feb 23, 6 pmWed, Mar 16, 6 pmAt sales office Sat, Feb 5, 4 pm

Palm Springs, CAFebruary classes-CNXThu, Mar 10, 6 pm

San Diego, CASat, Feb 5, 10 am Wed, Feb 16, 6 pmSat, Mar 5, 10 amWed, Mar 23, 6 pm

San Dimas, CAWed, Feb 2, 6 pmThu, Feb 17, 6 pm-CNXSat, Feb 26, 10 am Sat, Mar 19, 10 amTue, Mar 29, 6 pm

Torrance, CASun, Feb 6, 2 pm Mon, Feb 28, 6 pmSun, Mar 13, 2 pmMon, Mar 28, 6 pm

Westlake Village, CAThu, Feb 17, 6 pmSat, Mar 12, 12 noon

MOUNTAINBoise, IDSat, Feb 5, 10 amThu, Feb 24, 6 pmWed, Mar 23, 6 pmThu, Mar 24, 6 pm

Branson, MOFri, Feb 25, 7 pm

Broomfield, COThu, Feb 10 6 pmThu, Feb 24, 6 pmThu, Mar 10, 6 pm

Englewood, COSat, Feb 12, 10 amFri, Feb 25, 6 pmFri, Mar 11, 6 pm

Idaho Falls, IDFri, Feb 11, 6 pmFri, Feb 25, 6 pmFri, Mar 25, 6 pm

Overland Park, MOWed, Feb 23, 6 pmThu, Mar 17, 6 pm

Phoenix, AZFri, Mar 4, 7 pm

Rancho Vistoso, AZSat, Feb 5, 10 amSat, Mar 2, 12 noon

St. George, UTWed, Feb 9, 6 pmWed, Mar 30, 6 pm

Salt Lake City, UTTue, Feb 8, 6 pmTue, Feb 22, 6 pmTue, Mar 8, 6 pmTue, Mar 22, 6 pm

Wolf Creek, UTWed, Feb 2, 6 pmWed, Mar 2, 6 pm

*CNX indicates canceled class

Owner Education S C H E D U L E D F E B R U A R Y / M A R C H C L A S S E S

Owner Education—a fun and free way to learn all about your ownership! Classes are held at Trendwest sales loca-tions unless otherwise indicated. Reservations are required; please call 1-800-397-5968, Mon-Fri, 6 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun, 6 am-5 pm. Class times and location are also listed online at www.worldmarktheclub.com/education.


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february means Valentine’s Day!On Valentine’s Day, we celebrate the people we love—and we love our owners! To show our appreciation, during the month of February we are offering a 10% discount on any purchase made at the WorldMark Store Web site. Just go to www.worldmarkstore.com, make your selections and enter the word VALENTINE as the Promotion Code. Your discount will be displayed at the end of the transaction.

This offer is good February 1–28, 2005. Don’t delay—shop today!

Your WorldMark store is always open at www.worldmarkstore.com.

SINCE ITS DEBUT in 1997, Destinations has been essential read-ing for WorldMark owners. With club updates, information about resorts and feature stories about travel, the maga-zine’s mission has been to inform and inspire its audience. Last fall we reached out to a randomly chosen selection of you to find out what you think. Here’s a sample of what we learned: The most heartening news is that you do indeed read this magazine (which probably comes as no shock since you’re holding it open right now). 98% of readers report that they regu-larly read Destinations, and each issue is

shared between 2.6 readers per house-hold. More than half of you have cre-ated your own libraries of Destinations for future reference. And 77% of you say you’ve made vacation plans based specifically on information you’ve read right here. We found the answers to our fill-in-the-blank questions especially fun to look over, and during the next year or so we plan to address as many of them as we can. Calls for stories about European destinations seemed espe-cially prevalent—we’re passing those along to our publisher...and updating our passports just in case.

Readers Respond 2004 Destinations Readership Survey Results

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Club Classic ResultsAFTER THOUSANDS OF SHOTS in hundreds of rounds on golf courses scattered throughout the WorldMark realm, it’s my honor to announce the 2004 Club Classic Golf Tournament winners. These hearty WorldMark golfers battled their way through wind, rain and darkness. Their determination did not falter through sand, water and the O.B. markers that appeared from nowhere. Each of them endured the distracting views of desert sunrises, mountain peaks, pristine lakes and vast oceans as they competed against fellow owners. We applaud their achievements.

Men’s Flight 1 and 2Melvin Brown – Club Classic MasterDavid Masters – 2nd PlaceJames Harris – 3rd Place

Men’s Flight 3Terry Berardy – Club Classic MasterDonald Wolf – 2nd PlaceJerry Creek – 3rd Place

Men’s Flight 4Jim Cox – Club Classic MasterLee Dallas – 2nd PlaceFrank Fullmer – 3rd Place

Women’s Flight 1 – 3Diana Masters – Club Classic MasterJudy Tollefson – 2nd PlaceLaurie Brown – 3rd Place

Women’s Flight 4 and 5Bonnie Cox – Club Classic MasterJean Arbuckle – 2nd PlaceBeverly Frederick – 3rd PlaceJewell Bailey – 4th Place

The 2005 Club Classic Golf Tournament runs from January 1

through October 31 and is open to all WorldMark owners. For registration, rules and information, contact Owner Services at 1-888-648-7363, visit the WorldMark Web site or inquire at any WorldMark resort location.

By Vaden Savage, Resort Manager, WorldMark Bass Lake

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If you’re planning on buying or selling your home this year, call the Trendwest Real Estate Refer-ral ProgramSM at 1-877-869-9672 first and

• Find out if you qualify• Receive expert service and care• Have 1,000 permanent vacation credits added to your WorldMark account!

“The realtors on both ends, selling and buying, were very professional and extremely helpful and sensitive to my needs. I would go through Trendwest again.

P.S. The extra credits will be won-derful for more trips!”

– Jean Tuttle, Brooking, OR

Don’t Miss Out On

1,000 Extra Permanent Credits!

Transaction must be initiated through Trendwest’s Real Estate Referral Office to qualify. Vacation credits will be available only to WorldMark members who register first with Trendwest and have been referred to the participating local broker by the Trendwest Real Estate Referral Program SM. Owners going directly to the individual real estate brokers without referral will not be eligible to partake in this offer. Some transactions may not be eligible. Program may not be available in all areas.

Call the Trendwest Real Estate Referral ProgramSM toll free at 1-877-869-9672 today!

The Better to See You WithIRIS comes to WorldMark

A lot of hard work has been going on behind the scenes at WorldMark to bring you a better account man-agement and reservations com-puter system. IRIS, which stands for Inventory and Reservation Information System, will include features and services that our old res-ervations system did not and prom-ises to grow along with the needs of the club. In its initial stage, IRIS will have all the capabilities of our former sys-tem, and throughout 2005 new fea-tures will be added to make manag-ing your account simpler. Look to the WorldMark Web site for updat-ed information about this important transition.

Holiday ClosuresIn honor of Presidents’ Day, Owner Services, Trendwest Travel and Adventures In Exchange will be closed on Monday, February 21; WorldMark Reservations will be open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.


Information as of December 31, 2004.

Ongoing Projects

INDIO, CA PHASE INo. Units: 282

Est. Completion: Summer 2005

through Winter 2006

Status: Water and sewer mainline

completed

LAS VEGAS, NV PHASE II, III No. Units: 192

Est. Completion: Winter 2005

through Spring 2005

Status: Drywall to punchlist

finalization

SOLVANG, CANo. Units: 76

Est. Completion: Fall 2005

Status: Slabs ready to be poured

More to Love in Las Vegas!

C O N S T R U C T I O N Z O N E

THE CONSTRUCTION OF two new phases at WorldMark’s stunning resort complex on Las Vegas Boulevard is moving along rapidly, with three build-ings slated for completion by this summer. When finished, WorldMark owners will have 192 addi-tional units throughout six buildings to enjoy in the Diamond City. The 210 units of WorldMark Las Vegas Phase I first opened in 2002, dazzling WorldMark owners with a new Mediterranean-style luxurious experience. The resort’s elegant condos, beautifully landscaped grounds, outdoor pools, spas, lazy river and convenient shuttle service to the Strip quickly made it a favorite and have kept it almost always booked to capacity. The new units of Phases II and III are welcome additions that will allow more WorldMark owners to experience the unique magic and boundless energy of Las Vegas.

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I stand in front of the majestic Paramount Theatre at Ninth Avenue and Pine Street and gaze at the façade of the 1928

Beaux Arts entertainment palace that was restored to its full glory in the 1990s. Seattle has a reputation for being young and hip, but if you stop and listen closely, you can hear faint echoes from the past ascend above the fluid activity of the present.

Fish talesI allow these spectral voices to guide me as I explore the heart of down-town Seattle, where WorldMark

Seattle at The Camlin is located just across the street from the Paramount. WorldMark’s newest urban escape is an 11-story local landmark, which first opened on Halloween in 1926 as a residence hotel. This gothic-style structure adorned with gargoyles and lions has had a long and varied his-tory. Most notably, during the hotel’s heyday, musical legends—includ-ing Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Miles Davis—made melodic mag-ic at the Cloud Room, the hotel’s famed top-floor nightclub and bar. WorldMark has honored that past by preserving a section of the Cloud

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lively downtown (right). A portion of

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Room as a cozy owners’ lounge. With the resort ideally situated here in the middle of downtown, I’m free to set out in any direction to have an essential Seattle experience. Across the street from WorldMark Seattle I find the original Nordstrom, which opened its doors in 1901 as a shoe store. Formerly called Wallin & Nordstrom, the business was launched by a local shoe repair shop owner, Carl Wallin, and Swedish immigrant, John W. Nordstrom. The two men met in Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s and returned to Seattle to cre-ate what would eventually evolve into one of the nation’s premier depart-ment stores. I walk a half-mile west toward another Seattle retail legend, founded in 1907—the Pike Place Market at First Avenue and Pike. Known as one of the greatest public markets in the world, about nine million people call on this historic bazaar each year, eager to check out offerings from fish and seafood merchants, local farm-ers, artisans and business people. I observe with amusement as fish-flickers gleefully prepare for a day of tossing today’s catch—the activity the market is best known for. At the far end of the market and

just across the street is a bit of Seattle his-tory that the rest of the world now enjoys—the original Starbucks. This caf-feine kingdom began as one coffee shop in 1971, took off in 1982 when Howard Schultz came aboard as director of retail operations and mar-keting, and now boasts 8,337 loca-tions worldwide. The marketplace presides over Seattle’s waterfront, which is just a short jaunt downhill. There on Pier 59 I find the Seattle Aquarium, where people of all ages can enjoy a hands-on learning experience, inter-active displays and informative activ-ities about the marine life in Puget Sound. The exhibit that touches me the most is that of a devoted female octopus guarding her rice grain-sized eggs. A female octopus won’t eat dur-ing the four to six months it takes for her eggs to hatch, and her final act before dying will be to gently blow her young away. Other waterfront highlights

include the Seattle Waterfront Arcade, a galleria housing a carou-sel, video and other games, souvenirs and nautical knick-knacks. Ye Olde Curiosity Shop is an 1899 empo-rium with an eclectic collection of unique and eerie exhibits such as a shrunken torso and heads, witch’s caldron and several human mum-mies. On the cheerier side there is Ivar’s Acres of Clams at Pier 54, the site of the original fish ’n’ chips joint founded by folksinger and town character Ivar Haglund in 1938. His simple and enduring philosophy: Keep Clam.

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A sound viewSince the lively Seattle waterfront is the departure point for ferries to neighboring islands, cruise ships to Alaska and sightseeing tours, I take to the chilled waters of Puget Sound aboard the Argosy Harbor Cruise—a favorite of millions of tourists and locals for over 50 years. The one-hour narrated cruise motors me around Elliott Bay and the Seattle Harbor, providing the per-fect opportunity to take in all of the area’s picturesque sights. On a clear day you can see the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges as well as Mount Rainier, Washington State’s crown jewel. The sound’s ashen waters are chop-py, but the cruise is fun and informa-tive. A narrator’s voice pipes through the speakers, providing snippets of history. He points out Smith Tower, a 42-story high-rise that once held the distinction of being the tallest building west of the Mississippi—when it was completed in 1914. Today, operators still lift you in the original glass and brass Otis elevator to the 35th floor where you’ll find the Chinese Room, containing meticu-lously carved Chinese characters depicting the history of Puget Sound, and some of the most breathtaking views of the city. Seattle’s most recognizable land-mark also is visible from the sound.

Originally built for the 1962 World Fair, the Space Needle was sup-posed to represent how office build-ings were to look in the year 2000. Now the centerpiece of the Seattle Center, the Space Needle remains

a must-do for visitors. Other center attrac-tions include Microsoft millionaire Paul Allen’s Experience Music Project and Science Fiction Hall of Fame, the Pacific Science Center and Fun Forest Amusement Park. The Seattle Center is also the home of the Key Arena, which hosts the NBA Supersonics and the WNBA’s Storm, as well

as the site of several of the city’s fine theaters and McCaw Hall, the stun-ning opera house.

What lies beneathAfter shaking off my sea legs, I walk up to First Avenue and head south to Pioneer Square, Seattle’s oldest sec-tion. Spanning more than 20 blocks, this animated neighborhood is com-posed of historic buildings, galleries, restaurants, a retail sector and some of the city’s most exciting nightlife. As Seattle’s original business dis-trict, Pioneer Square was the site of the country’s first steam-pow-ered sawmill, engineered by Henry Yesler. In 1889, the Great Fire lev-eled the area in less than 12 hours. The blaze sparked the creation of Pioneer Square’s more “fireproof”

Edible Jewels in the Emerald CityCoffee is Seattle’s beverage of choice, but running a close second is beer. This is the birthplace of such well-known microbreweries as Redhook and Hales, and pubs anchor just about every neighborhood’s dining district. One of the best and most popular, Pyramid Alehouse, is located in a former warehouse across the street from the Seattle Mariners’ Safeco Field. Daily tours are open to all ages, and the pub menu provides beer suggestions for every item on the menu.

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upscale atmosphere for a reasonable price. Take in a 360-degree view of Seattle at the revolving SkyCity Restaurant. Located at the top of the Space Needle, SkyCity’s menu is priced just slightly above more down-to-earth restaurants. The premium goes to the view—which on a clear day includes all the major peaks of Washington. Back at the Pike Place Market, snack on seafood at the Athenian Inn, where Rob Reiner advised a soon-to-be lucky in love Tom Hanks in Sleepless In Seattle.


Romanesque-style structures of brick, stone and iron. One example is the stunning Pioneer Building, built in 1892 out of red brick and terracotta. Close to 50 different mining firms operated out of the building dur-ing the Klondike Gold Rush, when miners flocked to the city in search of goods before taking on the unfor-giving Canadian and Alaskan ter-rain. The community continued to prosper through the 1920s, but by World War II the business core had begun to shift northward. To reverse decades of decline, Pioneer Square was designated as a historic district in the 1970s. After drinking in Pioneer Square’s antique beauty, I’m ready to descend below the surface of Seattle on Bill

Spiedel’s Underground Tour. Doc Maynard’s Public House—a restored 1890s saloon—is the starting point of the underground journey. The group tour, led by an actor who inserts humor into every anecdote, follows the history of Seattle’s col-orful founding fathers. We explore three of the 25 blocks of this subter-ranean habitat—the remains of the original city—and hear of the fre-quent flooding and exploding toilets of Seattle’s early days. One fun fact I learn is that “Skid Row” was a term that got its start in Pioneer Square. Workers moved logs by skidding them down the steep hill of Yesler Way—named after Henry—toward sawmills, and the road came to be known as “Skid Road.”

Grand finaleBy evening I feel like I’ve been around the world and through a his-tory book. I remember the com-forts of WorldMark Seattle—the ideal locale to unwind after a day of immersing yourself in the Emerald City. How wonderful to experi-ence the classic charm of one of Seattle’s most beloved landmarks while basking in the modern com-forts of WorldMark. A swim in the outdoor pool—a rare luxury in the city. A soothing soak in the spa after a day of sightseeing. The urban sky-line twinkling through the windows of the Cloud Room. Listen closely. You just might hear the whispers, and maybe even a familiar tune, of a bygone era.

The brick buildings and cobblestones of Pioneer Square recall

the days of old Seattle (above). Ferries regularly cross the sound,

bringing island dwellers to the big city (opposite page).


I readily admit that I’m a city girl. While I do love the repose and

sense of detachment from the workaday world that come from

time spent in the country, there’s nothing like heading towards the

bright lights to really recharge my batteries. A big city demands

that you sharpen your senses, open your mind and put your entire

body into a higher gear. The result can be completely exhilarat-

ing as well as thoroughly relaxing. It is with this expectation that

I head to WorldMark’s original urban resort, WorldMark The

Canadian, in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia.

The world at your feetMy husband, Steven, and I are delighted that this is a drive-to des-tination from our home near Seattle. The fact that we don’t have to deal with an airport starts the trip off on a happy note, and our ride across the Canadian border is effortless. My joy escalates as we turn down Hornby Street to the resort: I note a deli, sushi joint, sandwich restaurant, wine shop, Starbucks, the Sorrento Market and the Slim ‘n Silky Spa all within steps of The Canadian’s front door—bliss is all around me. From our lovely condo on the 22nd floor, the entire world seems visible through floor-to-ceiling windows. The city is reflected in the mirrored back wall, giving the compact unit a wonderful feeling of light and space. The décor is rich with shades of gold, bronze, pew-ter and black—the sense of sophisticated comfort radiates through-

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The Steam Clock of Vancouver’s Gastown marks the hours with mist (left).

Glossy wood and granite counters grace the resorts’ kitchens (opposite top).

WorldMark The Canadian keeps watch over Hornby Street (opposite middle).

Vancouver’s Chinatown is Canada’s largest (opposite bottom).

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out. Gray slate tile floors run down the hall and into the kitch-en and bathrooms; lush low-pile carpeting warms the tootsies in the living room and bedrooms. After conferring with Murdena Warren, the phenomenally knowledgeable activities coordi-nator for The Canadian, we pur-chase a WorldMark VIP card* and plot the game plan for our stay. Dinner is our first priority and I’m craving Chinese; we’re directed to Beijing, just two blocks away, where we savor our meal in a quiet and stylish set-ting. Feeling fortified enough to do a brief evening walking tour of the immediate area, we find a wealth of shops and ser-vices on Burrard Street, paral-lel to Hornby. Steven and I hit Marketplace IGA, a grocery store brimming with goodies to sate every possible food mood, as well as a café with ready-to-eat selections. We stock up and take our booty back to the resort, where we turn on the fireplace and enjoy a dueling lightshow—the dance of the flames versus the twinkling lights of the city below. Everybody wins.

Every kind of townVancouver is a pedestrian’s dream—a small peninsula blessed with easily navigable streets surrounded by glorious water views. Burrard divides downtown neatly in half, with a majority of tourist attractions residing in the east/southeast section of the metropolis. We’re hearty walkers, so we decide to hoof it to as many of these high-lights as possible. For the avid shopper, a stroll up Burrard or Hornby towards the waters of the Burrard Inlet could lead to true sensory overload. The smart shops of

Robson Street are only two blocks from the resort, and here at “Rodeo Drive North” you’ll find four concentrated blocks of big-name boutiques and local specialty shops. To keep the worry of raindrops from damp-ening your spirits, six retail malls start dotting the grid just past Robson. The Royal, Bentall, Waterfront, Sinclair, Pacific and Vancouver cen-tres are clustered within a few blocks of each other and all offer a smorgasbord of shops, restaurants and services. We make our way to Gastown, a historic district whose funky boutiques and eat-eries create an ambiance akin to New York’s Greenwich Village. Oddly enough, Gastown’s name has nothing to do with petro-leum products. It comes from local legend John Deighton—recognized as a founding father of Vancouver—who earned himself the nickname “Gassy Jack” due to his pro-clivity for long-winded tales. Appropriately enough, hot air is featured in the district’s most popular site—the Steam Clock, which emits a soggy plume on the hour and whistles every 15 minutes. Gastown is also the home of Storyeum, a history of Vancouver depicted in an amazing theatrical extravaganza employing live actors, intricate sets and special effects. Just east is Canada’s largest Chinatown, with emporiums of teas, herbs, silks and porce-lain alongside dim-sum parlors and souvenir stands. The stand-out here is the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen

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*For more information on the WorldMark VIP card, see this month’s Destinations Extra at www.worldmarktheclub.com/destinations


Classical Chinese Garden, the first authentic garden of its kind built outside of China. Following the original designs of Taoist poets, the garden creates an atmosphere of tran-quility by harmoniously balancing the elements of water, rock, plants and architecture. We get in touch with our inner selves at the garden and find out they’re ravenous, so we walk to another local landmark to slake our appetites. The White Spot on West Georgia (and other locations) has been satisfying the burger cravings of hungry Vancouverites since 1928. Steven chooses a chicken sandwich from the extensive menu; I opt for the BC (bacon and cheese) Triple O Burger, an embellished house patty that comes with the chain’s much-loved secret sauce, chunky cole slaw and excellent fries. Now fortified, we trek southeast to Yaletown. Similar to Seattle’s Belltown, Yaletown is a gentri-fied section of Vancouver that has reclaimed old warehouse and rail-

way buildings and transformed them into a highly desirable residential and ultra-hip retail district. The ele-vated sidewalks—made from con-verted loading docks—are lively with trendily dressed pedestrians and lined with high-end fashion boutiques, salons and bistros that look like you need to be on a guest list to get into. At the far southeast end of this area you can hop a mini-ferry that will putter you across False Creek to Granville Island, a dynamic neigh-borhood of shops, theatres, parks and restaurants anchored by the food stalls and specialty stands of the Granville Public Market.

Suspension, snow and sea lionsAfter so much city sophistication, we decide to spend the following day in the green spaces afforded by Vancouver’s prime location. A quick consultation with Murdena helps us plan our day, which starts with a trip to a nearby 7-11 to purchase one-day bus passes (a bargain at

$8 CAD each). The bus line along Granville Street leads directly to the Seabus Terminal where we board the watercraft to Lonsdale Quay. From there we catch the #236 bus that spirits us up the hills of North Vancouver to Capilano Suspension Bridge. Advertised as “reassuringly wobbly since 1889”, this manmade wonder spanning 450 feet across and 230 feet above the Capilano Canyon started life as a cedar plank and hemp rope project engineered by George Grant Mackay, an early settler in the area. It is now in its fourth incarnation—a sturdy wood and cable footbridge hanging in the midst of the seemingly endless green landscape of a 300-year-old rain for-est. Story centers, well-marked trails and squirrel’s-eye-view walkways pro-vide hours of woodland fun. Note: You must be able-bodied and ambu-latory to negotiate the bridge and treetop routes—neither strollers nor wheelchairs are permitted. The same bus line takes us ever upward to Grouse Mountain, where

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we board the Skyride gondola and are transported—one mile, 4,100 vertical feet and eight min-utes later—to a winter wonder-land where snow blankets the ground and swaddles the conifers. Our Skyride pass also entitles us to ice-skating, sleigh rides and admission to the Theatre in the Sky, Canada’s first high-definition cinema. We’ve heard that two orphaned grizzly cubs, Coola and Grinder, are in residence at The Refuge for Endangered Wildlife

and have been popping in and out of hibernation; we slip and slide through the snow to their enclosure, but they’ve had their lunch and succumbed to nap-time. We take their lead regard-ing food and head toward Lupins Cafeteria—one of four dining options—where hot turkey sand-wiches and the spectacular view make a perfect combination. On the way back to the Vancouver downtown proper we realize we’ve traveled in the air, on land and over water today; we resort to shoe leather one last time as we head northwest along West Georgia street to Stanley Park. This 1,000-acre spread was Vancouver’s first park, established in 1886. Towering hemlock, cedar and fir trees keep watch over playgrounds, tennis courts, a children’s farm-yard, rhododendron and rose gardens, swimming beaches and the Vancouver Aquarium. It’s feeding time, and we watch in wonder as a very petite trainer takes Tag, an enormous Steller sea lion, through his paces as he earns his snacks. The aquarium also has the distinction of hous-ing six beluga whales, the most abundant whale in Canadian waters. The beluga is generally found in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters, and it’s a true privilege

to see so many of these white blubbery beauties up close and personal.

All revved up and many places to goBack at The Canadian, we prop our tired feet up in front of the fire. We feel like we’ve kept up a blistering pace these two days, yet have only scratched the sur-face of this cosmopolitan trea-sure. I peruse my research and feel myself pout as I note all the places left unexplored: Vanier Park, just across the Burrard Bridge; the Vancouver Art Gallery, a scant three blocks away; the unique rectangle-with-in-an-ellipse structure housing the Vancouver Public Library on Homer and Robson; the TELUSphere science center at the edge of False Creek; the Edgewater Casino—well, maybe not that, because I’m too chicken to gamble. But the list is long. It’s mid-December, and I real-ize that once I get home I’ll have non-stop holiday chores as I chase the runaway train to Christmas. But right now I feel completely jazzed—the rapid tempos, endless entertainment options and frequent human interactions that a large city thrusts upon a visitor have revi-talized me and I’m ready for anything. I haven’t had a single backrub, facial or foot mas-sage, but the spa of the city has left me renewed. That can hap-pen sometimes if you just walk towards the lights.

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“Leave your SUV at home,” advis-es WorldMark San Francisco resort manager Linda Barnett, “you won’t need it here.” In 2005, your club is putting a new spin on the con-cept of resort vacations by build-ing its portfolio of urban locations. In 1999, Trendwest participated in the building of a brand new down-town high-rise in Vancouver, British Columbia. For this year’s releases in San Francisco and Seattle, however, the company seized an opportunity to restore two historic and cherished hotel buildings. “It may be just a rumor being spread by a local cabbie, but I heard that the Hotel Juliana was Ingrid Bergman’s favorite place to stay in San Francisco,” reported Teri Hilton, manager of WorldMark Marina Dunes who was in town in November to help get the new resort ready. The sign outside now says “WorldMark,” but the 1909 European-style hotel has maintained its original grace over the years, thanks most recently to a major refurbishing by Trendwest. Since the resort’s opening, owners have praised it for being quaint and charming. “The units don’t include kitchens,” Hilton emphasized, “but the appeal of the urban resort is really its location.” New “hotel” unit classifications

were created for this new crop of urban properties: WorldMark San Francisco consists of 40 studio hotel units and 48 one-bedroom hotel units. Units are equipped with mini-fridges, microwaves and coffee makers along with disposable dishware, but dining in is definitely a less attractive option than going out and exploring the city’s many wonderful restaurants.

Out and aboutThe corner of Bush and Stockton is about as downtown as it gets: Like a pinwheel, the neighborhoods of Chinatown, Nob Hill, Union Square and the Financial District surround WorldMark San Francisco. The city’s two historic cable car lines cross tracks on California just two blocks north, the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) runs a few blocks south along Market and various bus routes drive on or near Stockton Street. Getting anywhere inside the city lim-its is simple, and you can pick up a Muni Metro multi-day passport, which allows unlimited rides on buses, cable cars and the waterfront streetcar (known as the “F” line), at the TIX Bay Area box office just down the hill at Union Square. You don’t have to jump aboard any public transportation, however,

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to reach the main shopping, din-ing and theater districts of the city. Bush Street eastward all the way to Market is full of restaurants; Union Square is a shopper’s paradise with an array of big name stores: Prada, Gucci, Neiman Marcus, Macy’s and Saks Fifth Avenue to name but a few; and the Theater District is just a few blocks beyond. Live theater abounds in San Francisco, and if you’re feel-ing spontaneous you might discover some same-day gems at TIX—just be sure to show up early as half-price tickets go on sale at 11 a.m.

A room of one’s own The charms of downtown always come with the challenges of space—there’s just never enough of it. During the refurbishment project, Trendwest’s Product Development Department turned the diminu-tive floor plans into an opportunity, trying out new compact products. Designer Dana Burback points out the 23” flat-screen LCD TVs in all rooms and the smaller CD players that sit on nightstands. As well, the one-bedroom units have bar sinks and sleeper sofas, although in the two top-floor one-bedroom units you’ll find queen size beds in the liv-ing rooms because the final flight of stairs made installing sofa beds impractical. Other furnishings as well were chosen to ensure that nothing feels crammed in, and the experience of spending time in the resort is that of a classic residential hotel. The inviting lobby—with its comfort-able fireplace—is an elegant seating and reception area absolutely suited for lingering and getting to know people. Which is the whole point of being downtown. You come here to bear witness to what humanity and civilization has built—the art, archi-tecture, culture and community that make San Francisco one of the great cities of the world.

By Air, Land or Sea Parking in downtown San Francisco can be pricey, with rates for cars running about $35 USD per day and SUVs almost twice that. Here are some alterna-tives to bringing your four wheels across the Golden Gate Bridge: Both of the Bay Area airports—San Francisco (SFO) and Oakland (OAK)—are linked to downtown by BART, which will save you a bundle over riding a taxi or shuttle. If, however, you plan to hail a cab, SFO is your better option—recent travelers report that fare is about $40. If you drive, long-term parking is available at all East Bay BART stations except West Oakland for about $5 per day. One-way fare from the Oakland Airport/Coliseum station to Powell Street is $3.15. You can arrive by rail or ferry, too, and end up just a cable car ride away. The California Line cable car is just two blocks west at the Embarcadero Station, and it’ll take you right to Stockton, one block from your resort destination.

Inside WorldMark San Francisco:

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A R I Z O N A S P A A N D G O L F E S C A P E

May 13 – 15, 2005Escape to the clear blue skies and desert serenity of the CopperWynd Resort and Club, nestled high on a mountain ridge above Scottsdale, Arizona. Compete in a private single-round, all-inclusive golf tournament, hosted at the award-winning SunRidge Canyon Golf course. After the lively tournament, unwind at the private spa by relaxing in a spacious heated pool or indulging in a nurturing treatment.

9,800 credits for two 2,800 credits per person for golf round and tournament

2,600 credits per person for one-hour spa treatment (Swedish or therapeutic)Cash ’n’ Credits option available

Get into the swing and sink into luxury—call 1-800-457-0103 today!

Subject to change and availability. Airfare not included. Mini-mum reservation requirements for golf tournament apply. Spa treatment may be upgraded to one-hour hot stone massage or one-hour aromatherapy massage for additional 340 cred-its or $17 USD. Spa gratuities included. CSR 2067820-50

THERE’S STILL TIME to put on your Samba shoes and join your fellow Footloose WorldMark owners for a spectacular trip to Rio de Janeiro. Package includes five nights’ accommodation at Le Meridien on Copacabana beach; roundtrip airport trans-fers; daily Brazilian breakfast; sightseeing tours to Corcovado and Sugar Loaf; a Samba show; hotel porter baggage handling services and tips; English-speaking local host.

September 21 - 26, 200515,800 credits per person, based on double occupancy*Cash ’n’ Credits option available

Book by calling 1-800-457-0103 today—olé!

*Footloose tours cater to solo travelers. Owners will be paired up to meet double occupancy requirements. Single occupancy rooms available for additional credits per person. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. CSR 2067820-50

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Subject to change and availability. Rates based on double occupancy. All port and govern-ment fees included. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. CSR 2067820-50Subject to change and availability. Rates based on double occupancy. All port and govern-

October 21 – 29, 200531,000 credits for two peopleCash ’n’ Credits option available

Ah, Madrid—at 2,180 feet above sea level, natives call the capital city of Spain the nearest thing to heaven. Your head will stay in the clouds as you view Serra da Estrela, Anda-lusia and La Mancha and tour Avila, Salamanca, Coimbra, Fatima and Seville by motor coach. Local guides will direct you through the enchantment of Lisbon, Evora and Madrid.

Package includes eight nights’ hotel accommodation; wel-come drink and reception; eight buffet breakfasts and three dinners; private first-class air-conditioned motor coach transportation; tours listed above; tote bag.

Book this extraordinary tour by calling 1-800-457-0103 today!

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Package includes four nights’ accommodation at Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort; four-day Park Hopper® Pass with unlimited admission to four theme parks and five visits to Downtown Disney Pleasure Island; one private reception during IllumiNations: Reflection of Earth®.

June 25 - 29, 200519,200 credits for two4,800 credits per additional person in same room (age 10-adult)3,800 credits per child in same room (age 3-9)Cash ’n’ Credits option available

Call 1-800-457-0103 and let the magic begin!

Rates based on double occupancy. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Subject to change and availability. CSR 2067820-50

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*Based on double occupancy. Footloose tours cater to solo travelers. Owners will be paired up to meet double occupancy requirements. Single rooms are available for an additional 7,800 credits per person. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Roundtrip airfare is available for credits from select cities. Per person rate of 16,360 from Seattle, WA or Portland, OR; 13,760 from San Francisco, CA or Los Angeles, CA; 15,760 from Phoenix, AZ. Airfare-for-credits can only be booked in conjunction with this tour. CSR 2067820-50

August 6 - 13, 200522,000 credits per person*

Cash ’n’ Credits option available

Palm trees swaying in the sweet tropical breeze, warm waves of vibrant blue water, endless pearl-white sand—this is Footloose in Paradise. Join a group of Australian Footloose owners for a week of exciting nightlife, great dining and unforgettable beaches.

Package includes:• Four nights’ accommodation in Waikiki, Oahu, and three nights in Kihei, Maui• Tours to Pearl Harbor, Iao Valley, Lahaina and Haleakala National Park• Breakfast welcome reception and orientation in Honolulu• Inter-island flight between Oahu and Maui• Roundtrip airport transfers in Oahu and Maui• Luau feast with Polynesian music and dancing• Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach when touring• Services of a professional tour director throughout Call 1-800-457-0103 today and say “aloha” to paradise!

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September 18 – 25, 2005This is an adventure to die for! Enjoy an elegant experience at sea while murder and mayhem lurk all around you—and even involve you. As the clues unravel, try to solve the spectacular mystery of “whodunit”—before it’s too late! Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Rhapsody of the Seas sails for seven nights from Galveston to Key West, Grand Cayman and Cozumel.

Inside cabin: 22,000 credits for twoOutside cabin: 25,500 credits for twoBalcony cabin: 35,000 credits for twoCash ’n’ Credits option available

direct exchangeCapistrano, California

Carlsbad, California

Mazatlan, Mexico

Oahu, Hawaii

Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Scottsdale, Arizona

Sedona, Arizona

Sun Valley, Idaho

Exchange fee of $129 USD applies. Studio unit = 8,000 vacation credits; one-bedroom unit = 9,000 vacation credits; two-bedroom unit = 10,000 vacation credits; three-bedroom unit = 12,000 vacation credits. For more information on these popular exchange destinations, call the Vacation Planning Center at 1-800-457-0103. CSR 2067820-50

Start your travel year by frolicking with the koalas down under! WorldMark makes it easy by offering flights to Australia on Qantas Airlines for credits. Just call Trendwest Travel at 1-800-953-5511 and use your credits to pay for your airfare to this amazing continent. There are no date restrictions on your travel, but this special offer must be booked by March 31, 2005. Don’t miss out—make your reservation today!

Exchange fees may apply. CSR 2067820-50

Qantas for Credits!

Call 1-800-457-0103 today to reserve your cabin—if you dare!Subject to change and availability. Rates based on double occupancy and include all port and government fees. Rates do not include $129 USD per-cabin exchange fee or airfare. CSR 2067820-50

Whodunit on the High Seas!Seven-night murder mystery cruise

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The “painted ladies” of San FranciscoPhoto taken by owner John Louderback

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DATE WESTERN CARIBBEAN CRUISES CABIN/CREDITS

09/11/05 – 09/18/05 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Mariner of the Seas sails for seven nights from Port Canaveral to Ocho Rios, Grand Cayman, Cozumel and Royal Caribbean’s own private island.

Inside cabin: Starting at 25,500 credits Outside cabin: Starting at 31,000 credits Balcony cabin: Starting at 35,500 credits

08/13/05 – 08/18/05 Carnival Cruise Line’s Ecstasy sails for five nights from Galveston to Cozumel and Playa del Carmen.

Inside cabin: Starting at 19,000 credits Outside cabin: Starting at 21,000 credits

09/26/05 – 10/01/05 Carnival Cruise Line’s Holiday sails for five nights from Mobile to Cozumel and Calica.

Inside cabin: 13,000 credits Outside cabin: 15,000 credits

DATE MEXICAN RIVIERA CRUISE CABIN/CREDITS

09/25/05 – 10/02/05 Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s Vision of the Seas sails for seven nights from Los Angeles to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta.

Inside cabin: 26,500 credits Outside cabin: 29,500 credits Balcony cabin: 45,500 credits

DATE BAJA, MEXICO CRUISES CABIN/CREDITS

07/18/05 – 07/22/0508/29/05 – 09/02/0509/19/05 – 09/23/05

Carnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails from Los Angeles for four nights to Catalina and Ensenada, Mexico.

Inside cabin: From 12,500 – 19,500 credits Outside cabin: From 14,000 – 22,000 credits

07/15/05 – 07/18/0508/05/05 – 08/08/0509/23/05 – 09/26/05

Carnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails from Los Angeles for three nights to Ensenada, Mexico.

Inside cabin: From 15,500 – 17,500 credits Outside cabin: From 17,500 – 20,000 credits

Subject to change and availability. All rates are based on double occupancy and include port charges and government taxes. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Cash ‘n’ Credits options available. CSR 2067820-50

All credit values are for two people, based on double occupancy

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