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YOUR CLUB: OWNERS MEETING UPDATE

ADVENTURE CLUB: ARIZONA SPA & GOLF ESCAPE

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Official Friends First Australian Adventure Sweepstakes RulesCONSUMER DISCLOSURE: NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. 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, Mis-souri, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Oregon, Utah or Washington; or residents of the Canadian province of British Columbia. You will receive one entry for each qualified referral submitted to Trendwest® between October 1, 2006 at midnight PT and December 31, 2006 at midnight PT. Qualified referrals must be 18 years of age or older with a combined annual income of $35,000 U.S. 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, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Referrals must be received by December 31, 2006 at midnight PT to be entered into 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 January 19, 2007 at Trendwest Resorts’ Redmond, WA, corporate headquarters. GRAND PRIZE: One winner will receive a vacation for two adults for an 8-day/7-night Australian Adventure and $1,000 (U.S. funds) in spend-ing money. The winner and one friend will receive roundtrip coach airfare to Sydney, Australia. Included in this package are 7 nights’ accommodation for two adults in a 4-star (or higher) hotel, Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise, “Starry Nights” Sydney Opera House Special Event package, and a guided tour of the Blue Mountains. The “Starry Nights” Sydney Opera House Special Event package includes a guided tour of the Sydney Opera House, pre-theater dinner, and two Sydney Opera House theater tickets. Total estimated retail value $9,500 (U.S. funds). Air travel, Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise, Starry Nights Sydney Opera House Special Event package, and Blue Mountain guided tour are subject to availability and must be booked through Trendwest Travel at 1-800-953-5511. Hours of arrival and departure and special programs are subject to change without prior notice. All ticketing is final. Private transfers between the Sydney airport and hotel, and transportation to the Blue Mountains guided tour, is included. Transportation to and from airports of departure, applicable departure taxes, gratuities, other incidental expenses, and taxes not covered in this disclosure are the responsibility of the prize winner. Transportation to the Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise and “Starry Nights” Sydney Opera House Special Event package is not included and is the sole responsibility of the prize winner. It is the responsibility of the winner and the winner’s guest to provide proper travel identification including but not limited to a birth certificate, government issued photo ID, travel visas, and passport. Blackout periods may ap-ply. 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 Australian Adventure trip. Prize is non-transferable. 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. Winner must agree to the use of pictures, name and/or statements for future promotional purposes without further payment or consideration, unless prohibited by law. 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 Fairfield Resorts 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.

Win a 7-Night Trip to Sydney, Australia!Refer your friends and family to Trendwest Resorts and enter for a chance to win this Australian Adventure Sweepstakes. For each qualified referral you provide, you will receive an entry in our drawing for a fantastic 7-night trip to Sydney, Australia!

If you win, you will receive:

• Roundtrip airfare for two adults to Sydney, Australia

• Seven-nights’ accommodation at a 4-star or higher hotel• “Starry Nights” Sydney Opera House Special Event package: Guided tour of the

Sydney Opera House, two opera house theater tickets, and pre-show dinner for two• Guided tour of the beautiful Blue Mountains• Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise• $1,000 (USD) in spending money• Retail Value: $9,500!

Call 1-877-77-FRIEND (1-877-773-7436) or send your referrals via e-mail to [email protected]

Hurry! Sweepstakes ends December 31, 2006.

See official rules below. Odds of winning depend on number of eligible entries received.

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ON OUR COVER: Savoring the sunset from a penthouse patio at WorldMark Indio. Photograph by Steve Wanke.

Footloose Caribbean Cruise, Leisurely Ireland, Arizona Golf & Spa Adventure, Spirit of Washington D.C. Couples Tour, new Trendwest Travel special, Carnival cruises. page 26

TRAVEL & ADVENTURE SPECIAL AD SECTION

features10 You Can Always Go DowntownAt your new urban resort in San Diego, you’ve got a win-win-win scenario: lively plazas and quarters within walking (or trolley-hopping) distance; easy access to dozens of celebrated Southern California attractions; and a chic and cozy place to call home at the end of the day.

18 Inside IndioHere’s your pictorial passport to WorldMark Indio, a study in splendor with luxurious amenities and elegant presidential suites.

24 Man of the HourWorldMark Indio resort manager Adalberto Lugo shares the inside skinny on the delights of the new resort, the must-sees of Greater Palm Springs, and the allure of the date shake.

departments5 YOUR CLUBTh ousand Trails guest cards for credits, Inventory Specials, Owner Education, Annual Owners Meeting reminder, Phase IIs welcome you at three favorite resorts.

30 LASTING IMPRESSIONHow to pose on a life-size bronze hippopotamus at the San Diego Zoo.

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4 DESTINATIONS | October 2006

editor’s deskSenior Vice President, Trendwest Management and WorldMark Operations Dave HerrickPublisher Wendy NoritakeEditor in Chief Jan PollardArt Director Chris Bulloch Senior Editor Beáta Jachulski BakerAssociate Editor Nicole Meoli Designer Douglas Rickard Deay

Contributors: Stephanie Aardal, Sylvia Betancourt, Misty Beaupre, Mary Conrad, Emma Croston, Tami Fitch, Debby Franke, Amy Godwin, Leslie Hibbard, David Ige, Christa Midcap, Alyssa Moore, Barbara O’Connell, Tammy Plesich, Brian Runnels, 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)

Loan Payments, Maintenance Dues, Finance1-800-779-0760

RCI®

1-800-585-4833

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

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

Visit the WorldMark Web site at www.worldmarktheclub.com

© 2006, WorldMark, The Club. All rights reserved. Vol. XVI, No. 9, October 2006. Destinations is pub-lished monthly except January by WorldMark, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Destina-tions is an official WorldMark publication. Subscrip-tions are covered by dues paid by owners of World-Mark. Non-owner subscription price of $11 per year, including state sales tax. Canadian Publications Mail Product Sales Agreement #40870507. Postage paid at Vancouver, BC. POSTMASTER: Send address chang-es to Destinations, 9805 Willows Road NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Canada Post: Publication Mail Agree-ment No. 40870507, Postage Paid at Vancouver, BC. Return Undeliverable Canadian Addresses to: Des-tinations c/o Mailing Department 3999 Henning Drive, suite 100, Burnaby, BC V5C 6P9.

Beáta Jachulski BakerSenior Editor

Reaching for the Stars Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men’s blood. Make big plans, aim high in hope and work.

—Daniel H. Burnham, U.S. architect & city planner (1846–1912)

There’s a difference of opinion about the benefits of big. Some say bigger isn’t better; some say too much is never enough. But there’s an undeniable benefit to reaching for the stars when undertak-

ing an action: the possibility of achieving one’s wildest dreams.Trendwest was definitely thinking big when they developed WorldMark’s

newest Southern California resort at Indio. Phase I alone of this massive vaca-tion complex—which began welcoming owners in July—contains 270 units. Upon completion of Phase II (anticipated in fall 2007), WorldMark Indio will boast a total of 436 units in 14 buildings in a dramatically landscaped setting covering nearly 28 acres. Our art director, Chris Bulloch, treats you to a picto-rial of this magnificent newcomer; turn to page 18.

WorldMark San Diego may not be large in size, but it is colossal in terms of value due to its proximity to dozens of the attractions that this California coastal city is known for. Start on page 10 for your armchair tour of our newest urban resort and its surroundings.

WorldMark owners who stay deeply engaged in the workings of their club are certainly big thinkers and proactive club members. October is the month for the Annual Owners Meeting, and we’d like to thank all attendees in advance—and salute the owners running for the open positions on the WorldMark Board of Directors—for their time, ener-gy, and attention. Turn to page 8 for a meeting reminder and a quick primer on the three ways you can vote in this year’s election.

Trendwest reached for the stars when it developed WorldMark, The Club, and succeeded in creating the best vacation ownership company with the high-est owner satisfaction rate in the industry. Now, with Wyndham Worldwide as our parent company, we are also the biggest—but it’s the smart kind of big. The kind that knows hotels, timeshare, and the world of hospitality inside and out. You are our stars, and we’ll keep reaching to find new and better ways to make your life shine through an array of unforgettable vacation experiences.

COMING NEXT MONTH

➤The Cruise Issue: A Caribbean girlfriend getaway and Mediterranean Footloose adventure. Also: Footloose in Spain, Napa Valley Wine Train, Christmas Eve with the Seattle Seahawks, Trendwest Travel Special, and—of course—cruises galore.

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your club

Inventory Specials: Fall and Winter Getaways

Cozy Up to These End-of-the-Year OpportunitiesTurning leaves, chill-nipped noses, crackling fireplaces—celebrate these late-autumn

delights with an Inventory Specials vacation. Instead of sitting empty, selected unreserved WorldMark units can be booked for just 4.2 cents per credit, up to 60 days in advance. Low cost, longer booking window, and wide range of destinations—it all adds up to a terrific, super-cheap chance to get away every month.

How inexpensive is it? WM Wolf Creek in northern Utah invites you to one last mountain bike ride—or the first ski run of the season—with Monday through Thursday nights in a one-bedroom unit in Red Season at 1,000 credits each. 1,000 x .042 = $42 a night!

HERE ARE YOUR NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER SPECIALS:

November—Midweek and Limited WeekendsAngels Camp, CABison Ranch, AZEstes Park, COGalena, ILGrand Lake, OKLake of the Ozarks, MOOcean Walk (Daytona), FLPinetop, AZRunning Y, ORSolvang, CAWindsor, CAWolf Creek, UT

November—Midweek OnlyBear Lake, UTBig Bear, CABirch Bay, WACascade Lodge, BCClear Lake, CALake Tahoe, NVReno, NVSundance, BCVictoria, BC

December—Midweek and Limited WeekendsAngels Camp, CABison Ranch, AZBranson, MOClear Lake, CAEstes Park, COGalena, ILGrand Lake, OKLake of the Ozarks, MOOcean Walk (Daytona), FLPinetop, AZRancho Vistoso, AZRunning Y, OR

December—Midweek OnlyReno, NVSurfside, WAWolf Creek, UT

December— ExoticDenarau Island, Fiji

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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 .042 to find out its midweek and weekend rates.

WHAT’S THE COST?

To make reservations and for more informa-tion, 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.

HOW TO BOOK

INVENTORY

SPECIALS

Exclusions are November 22–26; December 22–25

and 29–31. These may vary at

certain resorts; check with

your vacation planning counselor.

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Winner!

CorrectionIn the August 2006 issue of Destinations, Missouri’s Table Rock Lake was inadvertently referred to as Table Top Lake in our feature story, “Branson Burn-ing Bright.” Our attentive and passionate Midwest readers were quick to alert us of our gaffe. We sincerely apologize for this error.

JOSEPHINE LABOG of Tarzana, Calif., won a three-night WorldMark stay when we selected her completed resort comment card in our drawing for August. Fill out that card every time you vacation at a WorldMark resort—you could be our next winner.

your club

RV Camping for Credits—an Exclusive, Limited-time Opportunity

Guest memberships to Thousand Trails—one of the largest and most successful private RV camping clubs in the country—are now avail-

able to WorldMark owners through an exclusive arrangement with Trendwest Resorts. For a limited time, owners may use their credits to purchase 7- or 14- night guest cards for stays in over 50 select camping preserves.

Thousand Trails offers premium out-door camping in 16 states and Brit-ish Columbia, Canada. Their beautiful parks feature campsites with electrical, water, and (in some cases) sewer con-nections for RVs; restrooms and show-ers; and recreational amenities such as pools, hiking trails, basketball and ten-nis courts, and laundry facilities. Camp-ers may bring their own recreational vehicles or tents; each campsite can ac-commodate anything from a 10-foot popup to a 40-foot RV.

“Trendwest is thrilled to be offering our WorldMark RV-ers a chance to use their credits for yet another type of exciting vacation experience,” says Peggy Fry, Vice President of WorldMark Owner Services. “Like WorldMark, Thousand Trails offers maximum flexibility. Your guest card can be used for one consecutive stay or several shorter stays—it’s your choice!”

How to Order Your Thousand Trails Guest Card1. Call the Vacation Planning Center at 1-800-457-0103.

2. Purchase a 7-night guest card for 5,000 credits or best-value 14-night guest card for 8,000 credits.

3. You’ll receive your guest card, preserve directory, and reservation instructions delivered direct from Thousand Trails via U.S. mail within 14 days of placing your order.

4. Happy camping!

One guest card only per owner number. Card usage subject to space availability; reserva-tions are required. Reservations may be made 45 days in advance of intended date of arriv-al. Only one holiday reservation may be on file at a time. Guest card valid for arrivals one year from date of issue. Reservations must be made by August 31, 2007. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

Thousand Trails camping preserves offer sites for RV-ers—and tent campers as well.


N. CALIFORNIA Angels Camp, CATue, Oct 17, 6 pm

Elk Grove, CA Wed, Oct 25, 6 pm-E

Foster City, CASat, Oct 21, 10 am Sat, Oct 21, 2 pm-E

Fresno, CASat, Oct 7, 10 am Sat, Oct 7, 2 pm-E

Modesto, CAThu, Oct 5, 6 pm

Reno, NVSun, Oct 22, 2 pm

Roseville, CA Thu, Oct 5, 6 pm-ESat, Oct 14, 10 amSat, Oct 14, 2 pmThu, Oct 19, 6 pmThu, Oct 26, 6 pm

San Jose, CATue, Oct 3, 6 pmTue, Oct 24, 6 pm-ESat, Oct 28, 10 amSat, Oct 28, 2 pm

Tracy, CAWed, Oct 18, 6 pm

Walnut Creek, CAWed, Oct 4, 6 pmTue, Oct 17, 6 pmWed, Oct 18, 6 pm-ESat, Oct 28, 10 amSat, Oct 28, 2 pm

Windsor, CA Wed, Oct 25, 5:30 pm

S. CALIFORNIABakersfield, CA Mon, Oct 2, 6 pmMon, Oct 9, 6 pmSun, Oct 22, noonSun, Oct 22, 3 pm-E

Big Bear, CA Tue, Oct 17, noon

Indio, CA Sun, Oct 29, noonSun, Oct 29, 3 pm-E

Irvine, CA Thu, Oct 19, 6:30 pm

Las Vegas, NVTue, Oct 10, 5:30 pm

Oceanside, CAWed, Oct 18, 6 pm

Riverside, CAThu, Oct 26, 6 pm

San Diego, CATue, Oct 3, 6 pmSat, Oct 14, 10 amSat, Oct 14, 2 pmTue, Oct 17, 6 pmSat, Oct 28, 10 amSat, Oct 28, 2 pm-E

San Dimas, CASat, Oct 7, 10 amSat, Oct 7, 2 pmMon, Oct 16, 6 pmSat, Oct 21, 10 amSat, Oct 21, 2 pm-ETue, Oct 24, 6 pmWed, Oct 25, 6 pm-E

Torrance, CATue, Oct 3, 6 pmMon, Oct 16, 6 pm-EMon, Oct 23, 6 pmMon, Oct 30, 6 pm

Westlake Village, CAWed, Oct 4, 6 pmSat, Oct 7, noonSat, Oct 7, 2:30 pm-ETue, Oct 24, 6 pm

NORTHWESTBirch Bay, WAThu, Oct 5, 6 pmTue, Oct 17, 6 pm

Bothell, WASat, Oct 7, noonSat, Oct 7, 2 pmTue, Oct 17, 6 pmTue, Oct 24, 6 pm

Coeur d’Alene, IDTue, Oct 10, 6 pmTue, Oct 10, 8 pm-E

Depoe Bay, ORFri, Oct 27, 2 pm

Discovery Bay, WAThu, Oct 5, 4 pmThu, Oct 5, 6 pm-E

Eagle Crest, ORThu, Oct 26, 6 pm

Federal Way, WAWed, Oct 4, 6 pmWed, Oct 18, 6 pmSat, Oct 21, noonSat, Oct 21, 2 pmWed, Oct 25, 6 pm-E

Leavenworth, WAWed, Oct 11, 6 pm

Seaside, ORSat, Oct 28, 2 pm

Seattle, WAWed, Oct 18, 6 pm

Springfield, ORFri, Oct 20, 7 pm

Tri-Cities, WATue, Oct 24, 6 pm

Vancouver, WASat, Oct 7, 2 pmSat, Oct 7, 4 pmSat, Oct 21, noonWed, Oct 25, 6 pmWed, Oct 25, 8 pm-E

MOUNTAINBoise, ID Fri, Oct 6, 6 pmThu, Oct 26, 6 pmFri, Oct 27, 6 pm-E

Broomfield, CO Wed, Oct 4, 6 pmWed, Oct 25, 6 pmWed, Oct 25, 8 pm-E

Englewood, CO Tue, Oct 3, 6 pmThu, Oct 5, 6 pm-E Tue, Oct 10, 6 pm

Idaho Falls, IDFri, Oct 6, 6 pmSat, Oct 28, noon Sat, Oct 28, 2 pm-E

Phoenix, AZMon, Oct 23, 6 pmMon, Oct 23, 8 pm-E

Rancho Vistoso, AZ Sat, Oct 14, 10 am

Sat, Oct 14, noon-ETue, Oct 24, 6 pmTue, Oct 24, 8 pm-E

Salt Lake City, UTTue, Oct 3, 6 pmThu, Oct 5, 6 pm-ETue, Oct 10, 6 pmTue, Oct 17, 6 pmThu, Oct 26, 6 pmThu, Oct 26, 8 pm-ESat, Oct 28, 10 am

St. George, UTFri, Oct 20, 6 pm-ESat, Oct 21, 10 am

Wolf Creek, UTWed, Oct 4, 6 pmWed, Oct 18, 6 pmWed, Oct 18, 8 pm-E

MIDSOUTHAlbuquerque, NM Tue, Oct 17, 6 pm Wed, Oct 18, 6 pm-E

Branson, MO Fri, Oct 20, 3 pm

Lake of the Ozarks Sun, Oct 22, 8:30 am

Overland Park, KS Tue, Oct 3, 6 pm Thu, Oct 26, 6 pm Thu, Oct 26, 8 pm-E

Tulsa, OKThu, Oct 5, 6 pmTue, Oct 24, 6 pmTue, Oct 24, 8 pm-E

Next Up in Owner Ed By Amy Godwin/Senior Owner Education Facilitator

Owner education is a fun, free way to learn more about your ownership. Ask for the improved, updated version of our handbook when attending a

class near you. Choose from two different classes—or take both! ➤ The Basic Class is designed to educate all owners, whether new or experi-enced, in the best ways to use WorldMark credits and Bonus Time for stays at

WorldMark resorts. ➤ The Exchange (E) Class is 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 other exchange companies.

Reservations are required. For

reservations and class

locations, please call

1-800-457-0103,

Mon–Fri, 6 am–9 pm;

Sat–Sun, 6 am–5 pm PT.

Class times and locations

are also listed online at

www.worldmarktheclub.

com/education.

OWNER EDUCATION CLASSES IN OCTOBER

Amy Godwin


your club

Th e Wo r l d M a r k Annual Owners Meeting will take place on Th ursday, Oct-

ober 19, 2006, at 7 p.m. at the Mey-denbauer Center, 11100 NE 6th St., Bellevue, Wash. Registration begins at 6 p.m. and the meeting will start promptly at 7 p.m.

Your owners meeting is your op-portunity to actively participate in your club by meeting your board candidates and voting; receiving the latest reports on fi -

nancials, operations, and product de-velopment; and presenting questions to WorldMark representatives. Th is year’s meeting will also feature booths staff ed

by personnel from many Trendwest de-partments such as the Adventure Club and Owner Education, as well as a video testimonial booth where you can go on record about your most magical WorldMark experience. Giveaways, re-freshments, and dozens of opportuni-ties to learn more about your club combine to make the meeting a highly informative and festive event.

If you cannot attend, upon receipt of your voting materials please im-mediately complete and mail in your proxy ballot, or vote online or via tele-phone. Th is will ensure that the 15 percent quorum required to hold the annual meeting is met. For questions about the meeting or election process, call 1-800-457-0103.

Th e 2006 Annual Owners Meeting

While Attending the Annual Owners Meeting, Stay Comfortably Close

If you’re an out-of-towner heading to the 2006 Annual Owners Meeting, we’ve got good news. WorldMark has arranged special room discounts at

Th e Coast Bellevue Hotel. Located at 625 116th Ave. NE, the hotel is only six-tenths of a mile from the meeting’s locale at the Meydenbauer Center in

downtown Bellevue. Th e rate is $87 USD (taxes not included) per

room. (Th e regular rate is $175.) Both king and double rooms are available at the discounted price; additional rollaway beds are $10 each. Check-in begins at 3 p.m.; checkout is noon. Parking is included.

Th e Coast Bellevue Hotel provides free shuttle service to Bellevue Square in downtown Bellevue on the half hour; guests can also call for pick up or drop-off to any destination within a 5-mile radius of the hotel (including Meydenbauer Center, site of the owners meeting).

You must book by October 6 to receive this special rate. Call 1-425-455-9444 to make your reservation, and be sure to request the Trendwest rate. For maps and additional hotel information, go to www.coasthotels.com/home/sites/bellevue/home.cfm.

Your WorldMark voting informa-

tion entered the U.S. mail sys-

tem—or, if you so requested, was

e-mailed to you—on September

6, 2006. Please read all materials

over carefully, and vote in one of

these three ways:

• Vote by mail: An addressed

(and, for U.S. residents, postage-

paid) envelope is enclosed with

your materials.

• Vote by phone: Call the

800 number listed in your packet—

1-800-676-5925.

• Vote online: If you received

your materials online, just click on

the link to vote. You may also follow

the voting link on the WorldMark

Web site or go directly to www.

proxyvoting.com/worldmark.

This year there are two open

board positions. Brief statements

from the nine candidates appeared

in the September 2006 issue of

Destinations; their expanded state-

ments appear on the WorldMark

Web site at www.worldmarkthe-

club.com, along with their answers

to fi ve questions pertinent to the

board today. Please read, consider,

and vote. Computershare Trust

Company—a respected proxy tabu-

lating agent—will facilitate and

validate the voting process.

Three Ways to Vote

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The expansion projects at these three popular re-sort destinations have com-

pleted major construction and have thrown open their shiny new doors to WorldMark owners.

Bear Lake, UTWith beautiful Bear Lake—the “Caribbean of the Rock-

ies”—nearby, this location has always been a big hit.• Number of new units: 40• New unit mix: 16 1-bedroom, 16 2-bedroom,

four 3-bedroom, four 3-bedroom penthouse• Date of occupancy: August 2006

Estes Park, COTh is fantastic destination is just 90 minutes north of

Denver and 2 miles from Rocky Mountain National Park.• Number of new units: 35• New unit mix: 33 2-bedroom,

two 3-bedroom presidential• Additional new features: clubhouse, swimming pool,

three spas, and three barbecue areas• Date of occupancy: August 2006

St. George, UT A four-season favorite for many reasons, including its

proximity to Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks.• Number of new units: 71• New unit mix: 18 1-bedroom (6 deluxe), 42 2-bedroom

(14 deluxe), two 2-bedroom penthouse, four 3-bedroom, three 3-bedroom penthouse, two 3-bedroom presidential

• Additional new features: clubhouse and pool• Date of occupancy: October 2006

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CONSTRUCTION

A Trio of Phase IIs Now Ready to Welcome You

St. George, Utah Estes Park, Colorado

Bear Lake, Utah

You Can Always Go

At WorldMark San Diego, everything’s waiting for you—a

rooftop terrace, handy transit system, world-famous sights,

and eternal sunshine. By Katie Showalter


Focus on WorldMark San Diego

San Diego has all the trappings you’d expect of a vibrant city: high-rises, pedestrians at every hour, hustle-bustle, diverse venues, sporting events, lively nightlife, fi ne dining, corner cafes, and top-notch cultural off erings. Yet, with excellent weather, 70 miles of beaches, a recreation-minded populace, a large bay, and the ocean beyond, San Diego is also an outdoor destination. Whether your thing is sunbathing, boating, scuba diving, bicycling, or simply get-ting doused in the front row of a Shamu show at the marine park, you’ll be able to do it year-round here.

WorldMark is here, too, with your newest urban resort. Th e red-bricked WorldMark San Diego opened in June and rises fi ve stories on the edge of downtown. It is within easy access of public transportation, highways, and all that indoor and out-door San Diego has to off er—you’ll be where the action is.

WM San Diego provides studios and one-bedrooms. Amenities include DVD/CD players, kitchenettes (with two-burner stoves, refrigerators, and microwaves), a busi-ness center with high-speed Internet access, exercise room, game room, and self-serve laundry. Th e geometric shapes

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and bold lines characteristic of art deco style grace the lobby and other interior public areas. A rooftop terrace lined with potted fl owers is ideal for taking in city and bay views. Sit at one of several tables situated underneath the pergolas. Hang out, sip a drink, munch a snack, or enjoy conversation with friends and family. Future plans include a rooftop hot tub.

Another unique WorldMark amenity: You get to bed down in a bit of history. Th e red-brick building began its life as the Riviera Apartments in 1928. Th e city of San Diego designated the building as a historical site in 2001 for its Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, and the fame of its architect, Henry Harms Preibisius, who also built an 11-story luxury hotel downtown in 1912. Th e Riviera eventually incarnated as the eHotel, so named be-cause it off ered unlimited Internet access to guests back when the Web was still new. Th e building sold again, and after a nearly year-long remodel, it opened as the Stay-bridge Suites in 2004. Two years later, in nearly turnkey condition, it was purchased by Trendwest and began its life as a WorldMark resort.

Th e last owners chose the art deco interior; a favorite painting inspired the bright, geometric carpet design. Local artists created the carved-glass entrance doors, as well as the lobby’s stained-glass scene depicting Balboa Park. World-Mark front desk manager Cara Godfrey enjoys the art: “It brings up conversation for owners and front desk staff .”

Yet perhaps WM San Diego’s best amenity is its location. All that downtown off ers is at your fi ngertips. World-class attractions are minutes away, and the beaches are calling for you. Frankly, as striking as this elegant building is, you prob-ably won’t be spending much time in it.

San Diego skyline.


From top: The warm, homey façade of WorldMark San Diego; the resort offers 19 one-bedroom and 49 studio units; the lobby features art deco stained glass; a rooftop deck offers quiet respite and—in the future—a hot tub.

If you don’t drive

“Our local transit system, especially in downtown San Diego, is phenomenal,” says Cara, a 20-year resident. Bus, trolley, ferry,

or your feet will get you to every destination on this list. From the resort, several bus stops are within a half-block, and the trolley stop is only 2 short city blocks—one-tenth of a mile—away.

• Cara’s first suggestion is Horton Plaza, “a shopping mall that’s set up for tourists,” she says. The brightly painted multi-level mall with open-air pedestrian walkways of-fers well-known shops and department stores. Walk about a mile or take the trolley to the Civic Center stop.

• Adjacent to Horton Plaza is the Gaslamp Quarter, a 16.5-block historic district named for the lamps that used to line its streets. Formerly San Diego’s red-light district, the neighborhood is still lively at night with dozens of restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Enjoy lunch or din-ner, attend performances, play a few rounds of pool, hang


To Drive or Not to Drive


Although located within San Diego’s city limits, Torrey Pines State Reserve is one of the wildest stretches of land on the Southern California coast.

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out on a rooftop bar, or go clubbing. Walk or take the or-ange trolley line to the Fifth Avenue (north end) or Gaslamp Quarter (south end) stop.

• “I send people down to the waterfront if they ask for seafood restaurants or want a different kind of shopping ex-perience, because there’s Seaport Village, another popular spot,” Cara says. With clusters of shops located along side-walks, and with restaurants, a gazebo, fountain, and grassy areas, Seaport Village does indeed feel like a village, albeit one crowded with visitors. Many of the shops specialize in one item or niche, such as kites, surf wear, hats, salsa, music boxes, seashells, sunglasses, or toys. You’ll also see plenty of

Top photo: The 100-acre San Diego Zoo offers tram and train rides through animal habitats and botanical wonders. Above: The Hotel del Coronado has hosted Hollywood stars, English kings, and U.S. presidents.

Name: Michelle Abbott

Owner since: 2002

Occupation: Stay-at-home mom

Home: Boise, Idaho

Resorts visited: Oceanside, Seattle, McCall

Traveling with: Her mom and two daughters

Occasion: Vacation

Where next: Seattle or Bass Lake

A Cinderella view of the cityMichelle Abbott and her family began their vacation with four

nights at Oceanside. “It’s a beautiful location, right on the beach,”

Michelle says. They went to Disneyland and visited her grand-

mother. “We went out to eat a lot because I don’t cook on vaca-

tion,” she smiles.

Since arriving two evenings ago in San Diego, they’ve been to

Seaport Village, a cluster of shops and restaurants located along

the waterfront. “My daughter Zoe loved the Cinderella carriages.”

These pumpkin-shaped, horse-drawn coaches provide rides through-

out the shopping village and in nearby downtown areas.

“We just hung out and relaxed; we kept it to things kids could

do,” Michelle says. Her daughters Naomi and Zoe are one and

three years old, respectively. After checking out of WM San Diego

at noon, they are heading for SeaWorld.

From one owner to another: “I love this resort,” Michelle

says. “The rooms are not as well-appointed, but it is by far made

up for with location.” And it’s not an overly congested part of

town, she notes.

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places to grab a sweet snack or a meal. Take the orange trol-ley line approximately 1.5 miles to the Seaport Village stop.

• Along the harbor at Navy Pier, 1.5 miles from your resort, is the Midway, an aircraft carrier that was transformed into a museum in 2004. When this ship was commissioned in 1945, it was the largest in the world. Check out restored aircraft and visit the hangar deck, flight deck, and captain’s bridge; hear stories from docents, many of whom are Midway veterans. Take the orange trolley line to the America Plaza stop.

• Cara likes to recommend taking the ferry to Coronado, a narrow peninsula full of pricey real estate that juts from the mainland south of San Diego and nearly encircles San Diego Bay. The famous Hotel del Coronado, a grand dame of a re-sort (where Marilyn Monroe once frolicked in “Some Like It Hot”), sits along beautiful Coronado Municipal Beach. Take a stroll through the historic hotel (built in 1888), window-shop its expensive boutiques, and enjoy the view from its Pacific Ocean-facing decks. Spend a few relax-ing hours at the beach. To get to Coronado from the resort, take the trolley to the America Plaza stop, walk to the Broadway Pier along the harbor, and hop aboard a ferry (leaving every hour on the hour).

• Merely a mile away from WM San Diego is one of the city’s star attractions, the San Diego Zoo. Ninety years old this year, the exceptional zoo houses giant pandas, Caribbean flamingos, polar bears, clouded leopards, pygmy hippos, and 4,000 more rare and endangered animals. In addition to the fauna, the zoo’s botanical garden holds 700,000 exotic plants; some of them, such as eucalyptus and bamboo, are used as dietary supplements for the animals. Walk or take the No. 7 bus to the north end of Balboa Park.

If you do drive

As in most urban environments, parking comes at a premium. Valet parking is available at WM San Diego

for $23 per night. You’ll find parking places around town, but you’ll need to pay for most of them. Some spots, such as Horton Plaza and Seaport Village, offer validated parking if you make a purchase.

• Thomas’s first recommendation for drivers? “The beach-es,” says this San Diego native, without hesitation. Places such as La Jolla are out of range when taking public transportation, he says, because it would take a few hours to get there. In La Jolla, you will find La Jolla Shores and La Jolla Cove for swim-ming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Seals and sea lions are often spotted in a protected area oddly called the Children’s Pool. Shopping and dining are also enjoyable in this upscale,

This page: The Victorian-style buildings of the Gaslamp Quarter date from 1873 to 1930; the USS Midway is the longest-serving aircraft carrier in U.S. Navy history.

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scenic area 15 miles northwest of downtown San Diego. • Torrey Pines State Reserve, 18 miles from WM San Di-

ego, protects the rare Torrey pine. The tree grows only in the reserve, favoring its sandstone bluffs, and on Santa Rosa Is-land near Santa Barbara. Hikers and birdwatchers can choose from several hiking trails (all less than 1.5 miles) with views of wind-gnarled pines, the ocean, and a lagoon that’s home to three rare birds. Bring drinking water. You can access Tor-rey Pines State Beach, a 4.5-mile stretch where swimming, surfing, picnicking, and fishing are popular. Note that food is allowed only on the beach and nowhere else in the reserve.

• “Del Mar has the San Diego County Fair, which is the biggest fair of the year,” Thomas says, “and year-round, Del

Mar has phenomenal beaches.” The fair—which features amusement rides, games, exhibits, livestock, food, cowboys, and competitions—lasts for three weeks in June and July. Visit Del Mar State Beach, roughly 20 miles from WM San Diego, for fun in the sun.

• You can get to the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld via public transportation, but the zoo’s Wild Animal Park, roughly 35 miles north of WM San Diego, is beyond easy reach without a vehicle. The spacious park is home to exotic creatures such as oryxes, rhinos, buffalo, cranes, tigers, and elephants. Ride its railway or take a photo safari through exhibits that mimic natural animal habitats such as Asian plains and African savannas.

Name: Joseph Grange

Owner since: 2000

Occupation: Retired military

and schoolteacher

Home: Shelley, Idaho

Resorts visited: Monterey,

Angels Camp, Windsor, Bass Lake

Traveling with: His daughter and

son-in-law, their three kids, and another granddaughter

Occasion: Granddaughter’s 8th birthday

Where next: “I don’t know,” says the world traveler.

Birthday on the beach“Because she’s special needs, every year at her birthday I try

to give her a party somewhere,” Joseph Grange says about his

granddaughter, Bryce. Ever since she was born, her birthday has

been celebrated with her family in a condo or a WorldMark unit.

This year, that birthday is here in San Diego.

“Tomorrow’s Tuesday—that means we’re going to the

beach,” Bryce says. They also plan to go to SeaWorld and Coro-

nado, says Bryce’s mom, Vaun Thygerson. Joseph wants to take

them to Old Town, San Diego’s birthplace, notable for its his-

toric parks and buildings (including one haunted house), and

its restaurants and shopping.

Joseph traveled the world with his wife, now deceased. Both

were schoolteachers with summers off, and Joseph’s military past

often ensured free transportation. “We just traveled until half the

summer was gone, and then we start working our way back,” he

says. “We lived that life, you know.”

Joseph plans to pass his ownership on to his daughters. “In 20

years,” Vaun says quickly. “We’re in no hurry.”

From one owner to another: “Well, we just spent, like, $300 at

Legoland,” Vaun says. The kitchens with two burners, fridges, and

microwaves means the family can save money on meals by having

dinner together in their two units.

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Clockwise from top: The relaxing, half-crescent beach off Marine Street in La Jolla; l-r: WorldMark San Diego valets William Rasbornick and Daniel Wallace; a cheetah takes off at the Wild Animal Park.

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• Best first-timer tour: Th ose owners who are new to San Di-ego will get oriented and learn about this seaside jewel on the Old Town Trolley Tour. The 32-mile narrated tour takes two hours (longer if you opt to hop off and look around), and gives you an overview of the city, including Seaport Village, Old Town, Coro-nado (including a thrilling ride over Coronado Bay Bridge), and Balboa Park. Board the trolley at Horton Plaza ($30 per adult, $15 for kids 4–12).

• Best Mexican cuisine: With such close proximity to the Mexican border, that San Diego has excellent Mexican food is not surprising. Resort manager Th omas Stuart recom-mends Old Town for its myriad Mexican restaurants serv-ing up everything from chimichangas and carne asada to fi shbowl-size margaritas. Located 4.5 miles from WM San Diego, you can drive or ride the blue trolley line.

• Best museum browsing: San Diego is rich with museums: a children’s, maritime, fi rehouse, and contemporary art. In

addition, Balboa Park, a quarter-mile from your resort, has more than a dozen museums in which to wander. Kids and adults alike enjoy the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center. Also popular are the Museum of Photographic Arts, San Diego Air and Space Museum, San Diego Museum of Man, and the Mingei International Museum, which exhibits folk art.

• Best performing arts venues: Each Sunday afternoon you can watch a 100,000-pound organ being played; such out-door concerts at Spreckels Organ Pavilion are free. If you’re visiting June through September, don’t miss the Summer Shakespeare Festival at the Old Globe outdoor theatre. Both venues are in Balboa Park.

• Best picnicking: Balboa Park also takes top honors for picnic sites. In addition to designated picnic and playground areas with tables and rest-rooms, favorite spots in-clude beneath the More-ton Bay fi g tree—near the Natural History Museum and adjacent to the Botani-cal Building and Lily Pond. Plan ahead as Ralph’s, the nearest grocery store, is in the opposite direction.

San Diego’s trolley system provides handy transportation for visitors.

The Superlatives List


Ride the boardwalk of Mission Beach for safe and scenic cycling.

When it comes to culture, the outdoors, good weather, and good fun,

San Diego is unmatched for its quality and diversity of options. Here’s a

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Name: Ramiro and RaeAnn Huerta

Owners since: 2003

Occupation: Ramiro works for a

window company; RaeAnn works

at the police department

Home: Las Vegas, Nevada

Resorts visited: Kona

Occasion: Mini-vacation

Where next: Depoe Bay

From rooftop terrace to MexicoRamiro and RaeAnn’s fi rst WorldMark experience was Hawaii.

“We just loved it,” RaeAnn says. “It was beyond our expectations.”

WM San Diego is their second experience; their credits were

soon to expire, so they saw this as an opportunity to get out of

town. They probably would have just stayed home and gambled,

Ramiro says, if they didn’t have this.

The two of them arrived late Friday night and rose early on Sat-

urday to drive 45 minutes to Puerto Nuevo, a tourist spot south

of the border that’s famous for cheap seafood, especially lobster.

“We try to get out there once a year, just to get away and have

lobster,” Ramiro says. From Hawaii, RaeAnn enjoys getting out of

dry Las Vegas and seeing the greenery.

From one owner to another: Don’t miss the view from up here,

RaeAnn says, looking around from her table on the rooftop terrace

that overlooks downtown and the Coronado Bay Bridge. “I couldn’t

imagine a rooftop like this.” Despite the valet parking, Ramiro is glad

he drove. “I like the freedom of having our own vehicle,” he says.

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Name: Merial and Orlando Alexis

Owners since: 2005

Occupation: Orlando is a

technician for FedEx

Home: Moreno Valley, California

Resorts visited: Deer Harbor

Occasion: Wedding anniversary

Where next: San Francisco

Anniversary in the park“A lot of people say, ‘Don’t meet in a nightclub,’ but we met

in a nightclub,” Merial Alexis says about fi rst seeing husband,

Orlando. When they met, she told Orlando her name was Tina—

after all, she was tired of the scene and was moving soon. Howev-

er, Merial couldn’t get Orlando out of her head. “There was some-

thing different about him,” she says. So they got together—and

haven’t been apart since.

Celebrating their 12th anniversary at WM San Diego, they

traipsed around the Gaslamp Quarter and 1,200-acre Balboa Park,

fi lled with the San Diego Zoo, museums, gardens, and other at-

tractions. “I really like this trip because we were able to go sight-

seeing,” Merial says. “I never knew about the park. It was amaz-

ing just seeing how big it is.”

From one owner to another: If you visit Balboa Park, go to the

visitors center fi rst, Orlando suggests. “Buy a pass that allows

you to go to all the museums,” he says. The pass, called the Pass-

port to Balboa Park, provides admission to 13 attractions for about

$30 and is good for seven days.

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• Best places to bike: San Diego is a bike-friendly town. Th e Coronado ferry line is full of spandexed riders on two-wheeled steeds waiting to ride Coronado’s streets and bike paths. Northwest of downtown, along Mission Beach and Pacifi c Beachis a boardwalk—really a concrete pathway open to bicyclists, runners, walkers, and inline skaters—with ocean views and fan-tastic people-watching. Th e very athletic can ride all the way from downtown to Mission Beach along Harbor Drive, says

Joe Hayes, maintenance manager at WM San Diego, “with a scenic view the entire time.” Bikes can be rented downtown and along the boardwalk.

• Best multisport destination: Accolades go to Mission Bay, an aquatic recreation area roughly 7 miles from WM San Diego, where, in addition to biking, inline skating, and running on pathways, you can kayak, sail, water ski, Jet Ski, swim, windsurf, and surf. You’ll fi nd outfi tters and rental

shops for these activities at Mission Bay. • Best city views: For a view of downtown from the water,

take a one- or two-hour San Diego Bay boat tour with San Diego Harbor Excursion. You’ll also learn about San Diego’s Navy ships, city buildings, and tourist spots, and perhaps see Navy Seals in training during this narrated tour. For a 360-degree view of San Diego and a gander at the Pacifi c Ocean, drive the winding road to the top of 800-foot Mount Sole-dad, in La Jolla.

• Best places for romance: San Diego is right on the beach and has beautiful sunsets, Cara says. Th e best spot for you and your sweetie to see the sun drop in the west is Sunset Cliff s, a strip of rocky coastline northwest of downtown. For views, cruise Sunset Cliff s Boulevard, which runs paral-lel to the cliff s, or stop at Sunset Cliff s Park, at the end of the boulevard, and walk its paths. In Balboa Park, you’ll discover the Japanese Friendship Garden, where the two of you can stroll and enjoy a cup of tea; and Th e Prado, a fi ne-dining establishment ideal for lovers, amidst arches, courtyards, and palm trees.

WM San Diego maintenance manager Joe Hayes.

Focus on WorldMark Indio


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Focus on WorldWark Indio

It’s big. it’s bold. it’s beautiful. It’s your new resort in Indio, boasting the first WorldMark presidential suites ever. All three are luxurious, decorated top to bottom with the finer things in life. Inside the approximately 2,500-square-foot units, you’ll find 42-inch plasma flat-screen TVs, custom-made dark cherrywood furniture, granite counter-tops, stainless steel kitchen appliances and barbecues, gas fireplaces, and rich window treatments.

The muted colors, chosen by interior designers Mark Kel-logg and Stacey Clifton, create a mood of comfort and ease. They chose neutrals accented with striking oranges, greens,

and splashes of red to bring the natural surroundings inside. “Design direction came from colors of the desert, and then we incorporated them into a contemporary Palm Springs motif,” Kellogg says. Through use of sleek lines, the design-ers added a modern twist to the desert/tropical approach.

The brilliant accent colors of the interiors are sparked by the dazzling hues of the natural surroundings on view from the patios. The emerald golf course dappled with lemon-yellow morning light, then the hills shaded in the deep pur-ples, burnished golds, and warm roses of the setting sun—enjoy it all from some of the best seats in the house.


Water, water every-where: Presidential bathrooms offer big Jacuzzis and glass-and-tile showers. The lazy-river pool winds through the property.


Presidential dining is delightful, inside and out. Interiors (above) include glass-top tables. Patios have stone-top tables and Jacuzzis.


Focus on WorldWark Indio

Presidential master bedrooms (right) are dark, cool, sumptuous retreats opening out on furnished decks. (Clockwise, from bottom) The resort’s spacious fitness center, the owners’ lounge, and the neighboring Golf Club at Terra Lago.

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A fter WorldMark Indio’s early july opening, all Adalberto Lugo really wants to do is fl oat aimlessly around the cool waters of the resort’s lazy river. But he

can’t. As the resort’s fi rst manager, he’s much too busy for that.

What do you think is special about this resort? Everything is at Indio. Families can engage in multiple ac-

tivities in a resort-like atmosphere. Th ere’s fun for kids such as our lazy-river pool. We’ve got a great fi tness center and an owners’ lounge second to none. Adult activities include fi rst-class golf next door, nearby casinos for nightlife, and great shopping and dining around the area. But most of all, our WorldMark team is special!

What are three fun things to do with the kids outside the resort?

Th e Knott’s Soak City Water Park to cool off on a hot day, Th e Living Desert with a variety of activities and animals, and the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—all located in Palm Springs, 20 miles from Indio.

If you won the lottery, what’s the first thing you would buy in Indio?

I would buy myself a home. Th ey have beautiful houses in the area but you need to win the lottery to buy one.

In Indio, do people really drink date shakes?Yes, they do. Many visitors visit the various establishments

that sell them, such as Shields Date Gardens on Hwy 111. I have tried one. Th ey are delicious and have a nutty taste—very healthy and refreshing.

Where would you consider the most romantic spot in Indio?

One of the presidential suites at WorldMark Indio. Once you are there, you will agree that there is not a more roman-tic place in the area than this—the views, the Jacuzzi, the sunset! You have to see it to believe it. I asked my boss if I could move in, but my request was denied.

Then where would you take your significant other on a dream date?

I like going to Zin American Bistro, a cozy and elegant but casual restaurant in Palm Springs with great food and wine. Th en we might take a leisurely stroll at the Villagefest on Palm Canyon Drive. On Th ursday nights, there is always good food, a variety of exhibits, arts and crafts, great live music, art exhibits, and an incredible atmosphere.

Top three must-sees in the Coachella Valley? Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the San Andreas Fault,

Man of the HourAdalberto Lugo is ready to greet

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and the El Paseo Shopping District in Palm Desert—a gorgeous stretch of shops, restaurants, and galleries (16 miles from Indio).

What are your other recommendations for restaurants in the area?

Th ere are incredible restaurants such as Caff e Italia, where the waiters sing when they are not waiting on you. Th e food and service are great. Or there’s Okura, an outstanding Japanese restaurant and sushi bar in a casual environment.

What is Indio’s best-kept secret? Its excellent location among the desert cities and outstand-

ing golf courses.

If your mom came here to visit you, where would you take her?

She would defi nitely love the desert and just driving around the various desert cities. She loves to have someone drive her around, just like Miss Daisy.

What’s your favorite thing about the desert? Its beauty is amazing. I was particularly impressed during

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TRAVEL& ADVENTURE

*Based on double occupancy. Footloose tours cater to solo travelers; however, all owners are welcome. Solo owners will be paired up to meet double occupancy requirements. Single occupancy cabins are available for additional per-person rates of 10,900 credits for ocean view, or 13,800 credits for balcony. Airfare, $129 exchange fee, and most beverages aboard ship not included. Subject to change and availability. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

August 19–26, 2007Explore paradise as you travel with fellow WorldMark owners to the inviting isles of the Western Caribbean. This dream vacation begins when Carnival Cruise Lines’ Carnival Conquest sets sail from Galveston, Texas, on a roundtrip cruise to the beautiful tropical ports of Montego Bay, Jamaica; George Town, Grand Cayman; and Cozumel, Mexico. Eight days and seven nights of endless entertainment, sublime sunning, world-class shopping, and an exciting array of optional shore excursions await you.

Package includes seven nights aboard the Carnival Conquest; onboard WorldMark owner welcome reception; full onboard meal and entertainment package; ports of call listed above; all port taxes and government fees.

Ocean view cabin: 17,400 credits per person*Balcony cabin: 20,300 credits per person*

Call 1-800-457-0103 to book this fabulous Footloose cruise

June 17–24, 200732,000 credits per person*

Visit captivating cities brimming with ancient culture, rich heritage, and breathtaking scenery. Start in Shannon, where you’ll enjoy a special welcome banquet at Bunratty Castle. Then on to medieval Limerick for an orientation drive; guided tour of great Irish art and antiquities at Hunt Museum; and a visit to King John’s Castle—a fortified 13th-century palace in the heart of town. A private boat trip to the sheltered bay of Glengarriff and stunning Garinish Island is followed by a drive along the Ring of Kerry on the Dingle Peninsula, complete with dramatic vistas of the Atlantic coast and a visit to the Blasket Islands Heritage Centre. Finish in fair Dublin, where three glorious days will include an in-city orientation drive and visit to Trinity College; guided tour of renowned stallion breeding center, the Irish National Stud in Kildare; guided tour of St. Kevin’s Center of Irish Christianity in Glendalough; and a visit to the formal gardens, sweeping terraces, and ornamental lakes of Powerscourt.

Package includes seven nights’ total hotel accommodation at Bunratty’s Shannon Shamrock (1), Killarney’s The Brehon (3), and Dublin’s Jurys Ballsbridge (3); deluxe motor coach transporta-tion; welcome banquet with wine at Bunratty Castle, daily full breakfasts, and three three-course dinners with choice of menus and coffee; tours listed above.

Call 1-800-457-0103 today and book this Luck of the Eire vacation

Footloose amid rolling green hills and medieval castles

*Based on double occupancy. Footloose tours cater to solo travelers; however, all owners are welcome. Solo owners will be paired up to meet double occupancy requirements. Single occupancy rooms are available for additional 7,400 credits per person. Some tours require walking. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Subject to change and availability. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

Bunratty Castle and Durty Nelly’s Pub in County Clare, Munster, Ireland

This program offered as a developer benefit by Trendwest Resorts, Inc.

Footloose in the Caribbean


TRAVEL& ADVENTURE

Escape for three days and two nights to the clear blue skies and desert serenity of the CopperWynd Resort and Club, nestled high on a mountain ridge above Scottsdale, Arizona. With breathtaking views of the Sonoran Desert, CopperWynd presents comfort and convenience in a magnificent, secluded desert setting.

This weekend getaway offers you two indulging options. Join fellow WorldMark owners in fun and follies during a private golf tournament, hosted at the award-winning SunRidge Canyon Golf course. This luxurious course is nestled between two mountain ridges, and was voted one of the top five courses in Arizona. The tournament package includes greens fees, golf cart with Pro-Link GPS system, range balls, divot tool, tournament activities, award ceremony lunch, and prizes. After a day on the links, unwind and renew as you pamper yourself in a nurturing spa treatment. Immerse yourself in therapeutic waters, take a steam, or relax in your choice of two spacious heated pools.

Two nights’ accommodation at CopperWynd Resort and Club6,150 credits per person* | 12,300 credits for two people

Optional golf tournament package4,300 credits per person

Optional one-hour custom spa massage treatment2,900 credits per person (gratuity included)†

Call 1-800-457-0103 to book this lavish weekend getaway

May 4–6, 2007

*Based on double occupancy; two packages must be booked. Golf and spa packages sold separately and may be booked individually. †Spa treatment may be upgraded to one-hour hot stone massage or one-hour aromatherapy massage for additional 400 credits. Golf tournament contingent on minimum number of participants. Airfare and ground transportation not included. Subject to change and availability. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

For more info, visit www.worldmarktheclub.com/adventures

TRAVEL& ADVENTURE This program offered as a developer benefit by Trendwest Resorts, Inc.


August 16–20, 200747,000 credits per person*

As a symbol of democracy and repository of American history, Washington, D.C. holds

a unique place in the hearts and minds of the American people. Your excursion to our

nation’s capital begins with a presentation on the Smithsonian Institution’s intriguing

collections. Then enjoy a city sightseeing tour, viewing venerable institutions such

as the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court. At the Library of Congress, you’ll learn about

its vast collections and spectacular architecture. Pay tribute to the Shuttle Columbia

astronauts and John F. Kennedy at Arlington National Cemetery. At the impressive

National Mall, view the stately monuments to Washington, Jefferson, and Lincoln, as

well as the new World War II Veterans Memorial. Art lovers will thrill at the treasures

of the National Gallery of Art, National Museum of the American Indian (the newest

museum of the Smithsonian), and the Freer Gallery of Art, known for its comprehensive

collection of Asian works. End your Washington journey with a sumptuous farewell

dinner with fellow WorldMark owners.

Package includes four nights’ accommodation at the Four Points by Sheraton Wash-

ington D.C. hotel; welcome reception, four breakfasts, and three dinners; deluxe

motor coach transportation; tours listed above.

Experience the spirit of Washington—call 1-800-457-0103 today

*Based on double occupancy. All WorldMark owners may book this tour. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Subject to change and availability. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

Travel specials for credits! For a limited time you can use your credits for airline tickets to sunny Hawaii, on Delta

or Hawaiian Airlines. Or, choose from a variety of luxurious cruises on Norwegian,

Royal Caribbean, Princess, Carnival, and Celebrity cruise lines and use

your credits to pay. There are no date restrictions on your travel, but this special offer must be booked by Dec. 31, 2006. Call Trendwest Travel at 1-800-953-5511

for further details. Don’t miss out—make your reservation today.

Call Trendwest Travel at 1-800-953-5511

Exchange fees may apply. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

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*All rates are based on double occupancy and include port charges and government fees. Airfare and $129 USD exchange fee not included. Subject to change and availability. Carnival Cruise Line ships’ registry: Panama and Bahamas. CSR 2067820-50. WA UBI 601190827. Nevada Seller of Travel 2003-0307.

Three- and four-night Baja, Mexico, cruisesCarnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails roundtrip for three nights from Long Beach Pier in Los Angeles to Ensenada, Mexico.JULY 13–16, 2007Inside cabin: 10,250 credits per person; 20,500 credits per cabin*Outside cabin: 11,500 credits per person; 23,000 credits per cabin* Carnival Cruise Line’s Paradise sails roundtrip for four nights from Long Beach Pier in Los Angeles to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico.JULY 16–20, 2007Inside cabin: 13,000 credits per person; 26,000 credits per cabin* Outside cabin: 14,250 credits per person; 28,500 credits per cabin*

Seven-night Western Caribbean cruiseCarnival Cruise Line’s Carnival Triumph sails roundtrip for seven nights from Miami to Cozumel, Mexico; George Town, Grand Cayman; and Ocho Rios, Jamaica.AUGUST 18–25, 2007Inside cabin: 14,000 credits per person; 28,000 credits per cabin* Outside cabin: 16,500 credits per person; 33,000 credits per cabin*Balcony cabin: 19,500 credits per person; 39,000 credits per cabin*

Call 1-800-457-0103 to reserve your cabin today

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lasting impression

Taming the Wild Bronze HippoBrandon tries out a career option on a statue at the San Diego Zoo.

Photo taken by owner Kristie Williams

Wear your club name proudly on your sleeve (or cap, or robe). And you can count on your WorldMark store to provide you with other quality merchandise and trusted brands for all your vacation needs.

This month’s featured items from Coleman—The Outdoor Company™:• Four-person tent—be ready when you spot that perfect campsite• 62-quart wheeled cooler—tote your kitchen supplies with ease• Automobile thermoelectric cooler—plugs into your cigarette lighter outlet• Inflatable two-person boat with oars—ideal for lake-oriented resort locations

And it’s never too early to start your holiday shopping!• Golf putting set w/vintage wooden travel case—perfect for the duffer in your life• Carver knife set w/deluxe wooden box—just in time for holiday feasting• 101-piece tool set w/aluminum case—everything for your handyman (or woman)

Shop online using your credits at

www.worldmarkstore.com

THE WORLDMARK STORE: YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR BRAND NAMES AND MOREDid you know your WorldMark store carries more than club logo-branded items?

Golf putting set

Carver knife set

101-piece tool set

Four-person tent

62-quart wheeled cooler

Thermoelectric cooler

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