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The new, members-only subscription travel club brings the trusted content from the storied Travel + Leisure brand to life, allowing travelers to dream, plan, book and go – all in one place. Travel + Leisure Club members have access to preferred pricing on featured itineraries inspired by editorial coverage, extra savings on more than a million travel options, personalized concierge service, exclusive experiences, and a complimentary subscription to the iconic Travel + Leisure Magazine, all for an introductory rate of just $9.95 a month. Subscribers enjoy an average of 25 percent off of retail rates on hotels and resorts as well as members-only pricing on activities, car rentals and more. The Travel + Leisure Club has an expansive array of travel options for members to choose from when planning their vacation with an inventory featuring more than 600,000 hotels and resorts, more than 345,000 activities, all major car rental services, dozens of airlines and more.

Travel + Leisure Club’s concierge service provides members with expert support and customized guidance on everything from booking travel in sought-after destinations, to scoring a table at the hottest restaurant in town—with access to one of the largest preferred dining networks with over 1500 restaurants across 30 countries and 120 cities. Members may receive exclusive perks like a complimentary glass of wine or an extra course from the chef. With an expansive network of partners, the Club’s concierge service can also help members secure tickets to sold-out events and can even assist with planning a home renovation inspired by their favorite resort photos from Travel + Leisure magazine.

Travelers interested in seeing how membership can unlock savings and new experiences can enjoy a 30-day free trial of the Travel + Leisure Club by visiting travelandleisure.com/club .

Travel + Leisure GO

For those travel enthusiasts who haven’t yet subscribed to Travel + Leisure Club, the new Travel + Leisure GO is an open online retail travel site that connects inspirational travel stories, destination guides and curated itineraries with planning and booking tools, whether for everyday adventures or a once-in-a-lifetime getaway.

In celebration of today’s reveal of the 2021 World’s Best Awards from Travel + Leisure magazine, club members and visitors to Travel + Leisure GO can explore the first of these exclusive experiences, curated travel itineraries that feature top destinations, hotels and activities from this year’s winners. These bookable travel experiences are fully customizable and start at $1,650 for a four night stay featuring accommodations, activities and ground transportation for two. Highlights include:

• An immersive experience in the number one U.S. city, Charleston , with a stay in the boutique Vendue Hotel, a repeat winner, a sail around the Charleston Harbor and an ‘alleys and hidden passages’ walking tour, uncovering the beauty and intrigue secreted away in the narrow paths between some of the oldest structures in town.
• A stay at the Viceroy Chicago , named the top city hotel in the Continental United States, with an exclusive VIP tour of the Art Institute of Chicago, one of the city’s premier cultural destinations, and a private early access experience at the Field Museum of Natural History.
• A spirited seaside retreat at the top resort in Mexico, the Viceroy Riviera Maya in Playa Del Carmen , which combines culture and adventure with visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites, a sail to the beautiful Isla Mujeres, and a chef-led spice and produce markets tour followed by a hands-on cooking class using traditional techniques and recipes that have been passed down for generations.
• An enchanting itinerary in Florence , revered as one of the top 10 cities in the world, with a private Tuscan pasta making class or lessons with a master Italian sculptor and a stay at The St. Regis Florence, one of the coveted top 100 hotels in the world.

“For 26 years, our annual World’s Best Awards have celebrated the destinations and travel companies that travelers love most, serving as a powerful reminder of the joys of getting out and exploring the globe,” said Jacqui Gifford, Editor in Chief of Travel + Leisure. “These new curated itineraries are a tangible way to live the World’s Best experience, while connecting us with the world and feeding our fundamental human desire to make authentic and exceptional travel experiences accessible to everyone.”

Travelers can explore these new itineraries online at Travel + Leisure GO and then call to create their customized dream trip, with Club members enjoying preferred pricing.

Over the coming months Travel + Leisure GO will continue to add more services including one-click booking on customizable itineraries; additional destination guides; integrated booking opportunities on editorial content; as well as expanded lifestyle elements such as a retail marketplace featuring a collection of Travel + Leisure branded products; and more.

Travel + Leisure Club and Travel + Leisure GO are the first consumer offerings from Travel + Leisure Group , a new business line from Travel + Leisure Co . (NYSE: TNL). The new consumer offerings are a part of the group’s larger mission to take the Travel + Leisure brand beyond inspirational content and bring it to life through a curated suite of consumer products and services. As previously announced, Travel + Leisure’s successful multi-platform media assets, renowned for journalistic excellence, will continue to be operated by Meredith Corporation.

About Travel + Leisure Group

Travel + Leisure Group offers travelers a way to turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences through a suite of products and services that bring the world’s most influential travel brand to life. Travel + Leisure Club is a subscription travel club where members can dream, plan, book and go – all in one place, while enjoying preferred pricing, personalized concierge and travel planning services, exclusive experiences and more. Travel + Leisure GO is an online retail travel site that connects trusted inspirational content with bookable travel services and expert-curated itineraries. Travel + Leisure Group is also expanding the offerings of the storied brand through licensing agreements and a growing collection of branded consumer products. The business line is a part of Travel + Leisure Co., the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club and lifestyle travel brands. Learn more here or follow Travel + Leisure GO on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Pinterest .

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Travel + Leisure Club is the only travel subscription service with the power to turn the iconic pages of Travel + Leisure into bookable experiences.

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Why a timeshare brand just bought Travel + Leisure magazine

One of the world's most iconic travel brands has been bought by a timeshare company.

Wyndham Destinations , which operates hundreds of timeshare resorts, acquired Travel + Leisure magazine from media company Meredith Corp. for $100 million, The Wall Street Journal reported last night. Collectively, the company — which will change its name to Travel + Leisure Co. early this year — will now have resort, lifestyle and travel club brands. Meredith will continue to publish the magazine under a 30-year licensing agreement.

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" ... We have laid the foundation to expand our footprint beyond our core vacation ownership business, and today we add one of the most trusted and influential brands in travel through the acquisition of Travel + Leisure," Michael D. Brown, president and CEO of Wyndham Destinations, said in a statement .

"As new stewards of the Travel + Leisure brand, we are committed to ensuring that the integrity and independence of its trusted, authoritative journalism remains uncompromised," Brown added, saying that Jacqui Gifford will remain at the helm of the magazine as editor-in-chief. "For 50 years, Travel + Leisure has offered travel inspiration to tens of millions across the world ... and we look forward to supporting Meredith as it continues that mission."

Acquisitions in media aren't exactly uncommon. During the years I worked at Travel + Leisure, ownership changed hands twice. Time Inc. bought the brand from American Express Publishing in 2013, and Meredith Corp. acquired Time in 2018.

And the pandemic has been an incredible hardship for both the travel and media industries. Skift reported that Meredith Corp. posted a $289 million loss in the third quarter of 2020. But even with vacation club revenue down 44% year-over-year during the same quarter, Wyndham Destinations still reported a $40 million profit across its operations.

There's also a precedent for hospitality brands using magazines to reach new audiences, and leveraging a trusted media name. In 2017, suitcase brand Away launched its own print and digital travel magazine, Here. That same year, Airbnb collaborated with Hearst Corporation on a namesake publication. And Skift pointed out that RCI, a timeshare exchange brand owned by Wyndham Destinations, already has an eponymous magazine, formerly known as Endless Vacation.

For this newly formed company, the Journal said the goal is to "grow ... membership travel-club businesses, offer new travel services and expand licensing agreements."

Related: How to use Wyndham Rewards points to book timeshares

But by aligning itself with a renowned travel magazine, getting access to all its platforms (including an Instagram account with 5.6 million followers, compared to Wyndham Destinations' current 4,087) and rebranding, Wyndham Destinations will also be better positioned to appeal to a new, younger and more affluent demographic of travelers. Skift underscored the company's persistent efforts to reach younger travelers and refashion the perception of timeshares .

"This strategic alliance brings a new, innovative approach to media brand development," Meredith chairman and chief executive Tom Harty said in a statement. "This is a great demonstration of the value that strong brands deliver when expanded beyond the media space," Harty added, suggesting there might be more "value-enhancing programs" in the media conglomerate's future.

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How Can You Tell If a ‘Travel Club’ Is a Scam?

A nationally recognized reporter, writer, and consumer advocate, Ed Perkins focuses on how travelers can find the best deals and avoid scams.

He is the author of "Online Travel" (2000) and "Business Travel: When It's Your Money" (2004), the first step-by-step guide specifically written for small business and self-employed professional travelers. He was also the co-author of the annual "Best Travel Deals" series from Consumers Union.

Perkins' advice for business travelers is featured on MyBusinessTravel.com , a website devoted to helping small business and self-employed professional travelers find the best value for their travel dollars.

Perkins was founding editor of Consumer Reports Travel Letter, one of the country's most influential travel publications, from which he retired in 1998. He has also written for Business Traveller magazine (London).

Perkins' travel expertise has led to frequent television appearances, including ABC's "Good Morning America" and "This Week with David Brinkley," "The CBS Evening News with Dan Rather," CNN, and numerous local TV and radio stations.

Before editing Consumer Reports Travel Letter, Perkins spent 25 years in travel research and consulting with assignments ranging from national tourism development strategies to the design of computer-based tourism models.

Born in Evanston, Illinois, Perkins lives in Ashland, Oregon with his wife.

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The idea of a “travel club” covers a wide range of organizations and activities, from scam-like timeshares to legitimate memberships that can save you money. All are certainly not equal.

Many are legitimate low-risk operations, such as AARP , AAA , and other independent travel promoters. The most reliable ones are those you’ll recognize the names of. Some resort chains call themselves “clubs,” like Club Med’s all-inclusive resorts . Membership to these is mostly harmless marketing hype, but can offer real discounts: The more exclusive organizations may be exempt from agreements that prohibit third-party agencies from slashing their rates.

Membership fees, if any, are usually nominal—often under $50 a year—and you can easily opt out if the club doesn’t deliver real value. All you have to lose is the minimal initial fee. The discounts they claim may be no better than you could get through other sources, but they’re usually not worse, either. For well-known travel brands like these ones, the scam risk is minimal.

How to Spot a Travel Club That’s a Scam

Others, however, pose a big financial risk. Some require stiff membership fees up front—usually several hundred up to thousands of dollars—and they may commit you to big annual fees indefinitely. They can certainly be honest in that they deliver what they promise; many travelers are happy with their memberships despite the risks and limitations. Others, however, ask you to pay big up front for some promised future benefit. These may or may not be honest; some are clearly outright scams, and others simply inflate the benefits and disguise the drawbacks.

According to law enforcement officials, oftentimes the promised “discount” and “savings” never materialize: The promoters provide prices that are no better than travelers can buy openly, through a wide range of discount sources, and the promised “dream” vacations never seem to become available. They’re selling pie in the sky, and Marie Callender is better at making pies.

The big-dollar travel clubs are the ones should be subject to your scam scrutiny. Although no approach is foolproof, you can usually find out what you need by asking and fact-checking a few specific questions. Here’s what you need to consider:

The Timeshare-Based Travel Club 

Many large travel “clubs” are nothing more than conventional timeshare operations, operating as clubs to avoid the unsavory reputation of timeshares. What they sell is guaranteed annual occupancy, in multiples of weeks, at a vacation area—typically a beach destination, maybe with rights to vacations in a string of different areas. And the questions you need to ask about them are the same as for a timeshare:

What Do I Actually Get?

Examine the offer in detail to find out exactly what it promises, in specific terms. Does it promise a guaranteed specific interval at a specific location? Does it promise enrollment in a recognized exchange system? Check the fine print on the exchange, especially for limitations on how you can use your exchange “points.”

Is There a Switch to the Bait?

Is the asking price the full price? Does the featured buy-in include everything you have to pay up front, or are you subject to additional fees and charges? Does the promotion say or hint that you’d be better off with a higher-level membership?  

What Is My Ongoing Obligation?

In most property-based clubs, your buy-in is only the start. You’re also on the hook for various monthly/yearly “maintenance” payments and assessments. And the operator typically reserves the right to increase these payments without your approval or right of refusal.

Is There Any Asset Value?

Some very high-end vacation clubs actually own a string of vacation properties; members share in the ownership of these properties, and the club operator agrees to repurchase for a reasonable price. But most mass-market vacation clubs offer no asset value to back up your initial “investment.” At best, you own your “membership” and can sell it or pass it along to your heirs. However, some deals are for the term of your life only and revert to the owner on your death.

Is There an Escape Clause or Resell Limitation?

Club promoters may not accept a return, even for a reduced price, and some timeshare-based clubs may limit your ability to resell. The travel literature is full of horror stories of people who just want to get rid of ongoing payments, even if it means giving the interest back to the promoter with no return.

The “Big-Discount” Travel Club

Other clubs promise they have access to large discounts on airfares, hotels, cruises, rental cars, tours, and just about any other travel service you can name. The ones that charge minimal fees are no more than a nuisance; if they don’t work out, you won’t have to refinance your house. But some ask for big membership fees, and those can be a big risk. As with timeshare clones, you have to ask some questions before you buy into one of them:

What’s My Exposure to Risk?

As with a timeshare, you have to check what you actually get, your future ongoing obligations, and, perhaps most importantly, your cancellation options. Check the fine print to make sure that the discounts are guaranteed. “Subject to availability” doesn’t cut it.  

Are the Claimed Discounts Real?

Challenge—and verify—all claimed “discount” deals. Don’t be gullible: Ask to see a list of currently-available deals, and check them through conventional search systems before you accept any broad claim that it will save you money.

Are the Posted Discount Prices Honest?

One hotel-discount membership organization I recently checked out posted some really attractive original prices. But when I went through to the final buy-it page, I found the initial prices did not include mandatory resort fees, taxes, and fees imposed by the travel club. The all-up total prices were about the same as I could get through Tripadvisor (SmarterTravel’s parent company) search links.

What Do Others Say?

The club’s promotional materials probably highlight gushing testimonials. Don’t take them at face value—promoters can easily satisfy enough travelers to elicit a few genuine rave reviews, which the company will then highlight. Instead, check with review and complaint sites like the Better Business Bureau , Yelp , Google reviews (which usually now appear simply by Googling a business), and any other online review source you like. Also, Google the club to see if it has generated any serious complaints—or, even worse, law enforcement actions.

Scam Rules to Know for Any Kind of Travel Club

Make sure any club you’re considering can pass an easy scam test. Often, you can answer the scam-or-not question before you even see the details of a club promotion. Initial claims often can offer some early scam clues:

Scam Clue 1: The promotion is claiming that you’re getting something “free.” No travel service of real value is ever free. The club promoter is making a profit somewhere along the process. Nothing is free. Repeat this to yourself as often as is necessary.

Scam Clue 2: A promotion claiming you’ve “won” something. If you didn’t knowingly sign up for a sweepstakes run by some outfit that had terms and conditions you agreed to, any out-of-the-blue “winner” notification is almost surely a scam.

Scam Clue 3 : A promotion claiming you’ve been “specially selected” for membership. A lot of robocalls are currently making this pitch. The only outcome you’ve been selected for is a fleecing.

Scam Clue 4 : A promotion demanding that you “act now” or lose the deal. If a deal is actually honest, it will still be there after you take a day or so to check it.

Scam Clue 5 : A promotion that poses as an investment. Some property-based clubs claim, or at least imply, that your membership is an investment. That’s just false for anything that’s not outright property ownership. Fractional ownership such as timeshare may be a good way to vacation to the same place every year—but it’s a lousy overall investment.

I can’t guarantee that following these guidelines can totally shield you from a scam (no one can). But they’re a good start to protecting yourself.

Editor’s note: This story was originally published in 2015. It had been updated to reflect the most current information. Prior reporting by Calvin Hennick contributed to this story.

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Excellent experience

We have had an excellent experience using Travel & Leisure to purchase a timeshare resale in Madeira. Heather in sales was very patient with us while exploring the possibilities and waiting for the right property and dates to become available that suited us. She kept us informed promptly at all times. Harriette in the legal team has also been extremely informative and helpful at all stages of the process. The whole purchase has gone through within a month and we are very happy with Travel & Leisure and wouldn't hesitate to use them again in the future.

Date of experience : April 19, 2024

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Thank you for your kind review. We are happy we were able to match your requirements and that everything went smoothly and to your satisfaction.

After a slow start I have sold my…

After a slow start I have sold my timeshare in Madeira through Travel and Leisure. i would like to mention a member of their team, Gary Rantell, Gary was very helpful, totally professional and after the legal stuff was signed and returned I received payment in full and quickly, I can totally recommend T&L if your thinking about Selling your holiday Timeshare, PS ask for Gary !

Date of experience : December 15, 2023

Thank you very much for your review, Gary was happy to help you and we are glad we were able to assist in the sale of your timeshare.

The price was a great deal for us

The price was a great deal for us. Be aware that when you buy from a resale agent you must also buy the equivalent of 50% of the points as an extra purchase direct from DRI if this is your timeshare company. We started the purchase process at the beginning of March and we have finally completed at the end of May. T&L Group are a genuine resale company who we thoroughly recommend.

Date of experience : May 24, 2023

Thank you for your review, we were happy to assist you.

Travel & Leisure - thoroughly recommend

We purchased from TLG around 8 years ago, so had no hesitation on buying from them again. From the first call with Gary Rantell to the final legal formalities with Paula Cox it took just 11 working days to complete and we’ve just received the certificate today. Absolutely wonderful service we can’t recommend them highly enough.

Date of experience : August 09, 2023

Thank you for your review. It is wonderful to see our clients returning to purchase.

Transfer of ownership

They were helpful and the transfer of ownership all went smoothly.

Date of experience : January 01, 2024

Thank you for your comments, we are glad everything is to your satisfaction.

Don't even consider this Company

My partner tried to rent out a timeshare through this company and there were so many problems they agreed to refund the £120 paid. They deducted £50 for "admin costs" even though there is proof they agreed to refund the whole amount. It is impossible to communicate with this Company and they dont even seem to communicate with each other. They are all about the money and customer service is no priority

Date of experience : September 06, 2022

This is a very disappointing review and are sorry you felt the need to leave it, although you had threatened to do so if we didn’t refund you in full. We advertised your holiday ownership for 2 months, as per your instructions and changed the advert to a different week, again at your request. We understood your frustration and did our utmost to assist and alleviate your expectations by advising you that we cannot guarantee, nor force anyone to rent. In addition to the above, we repeatedly asked you to kindly stop using the Google Pay Per Click adverts to repeatedly contact us, as these are used to generate potential buyer, seller, and rental leads and are subject to a daily budget. Customer service is our highest priority, hence a dedicated customer helpline available to assist. Despite having the helpline number and advising this situation, you continued to click our paid ads on Google, which depleted the budget and stopped us appearing in the top rankings for this purpose. As you were upset that a renter had not been secured, we advised you we would no longer continue to advertise on your behalf. We emailed to offer you a goodwill gesture of a partial refund, the details of which clearly explained. The deduction of administration costs for the preparation of your individual advert. You received this email and responded to it.

First Experience of buying a Timeshare

This was my first time buying a timeshare and I was very sceptical and anxious. However I found Lora extremely helpful and knowledgable and reassured me during the purchasing process. Her support gave me confidence and at no stage did I worry about my decision. The team at Travel & Leisure seem very experienced and they take care of all aspects from the beginning to the end. I have no hesitation in recommending them if you are thinking of buying after my experience with Lora.

Date of experience : May 17, 2023

Many thanks for your positive review, we are glad we were able to assist you on purchasing your holiday ownership. We'll be sure to let Lora know of your kind words.

Nice people to deal with

First, they made the sale. Second, their manner and communications were very professional and effective. Third, nice people to deal with.

Date of experience : December 06, 2023

Thank you for your kind review, we were happy to assist you.

poor at selling timeshare. good at their services

lots communication at how proficient they are prior to payment. they are better at selling their services than timeshare. not quite sure what paid for there than a webpage with info i sent

Date of experience : December 15, 2021

If you want to be spoken to in an…

If you want to be spoken to in an insulting patronising manner . Then this is the company to use . Don’t waste your money trying to sell. They never update you unless they want you to drop the price. Would not recommend.

Date of experience : May 12, 2023

It is regretful, that despite our recent communication since this negative review was posted, it remains online. We assist many people in selling their ownership and have been doing so for over thirty years. You requested our service to assist in selling your timeshare. We inform all our clients upon registering with us that we will only make contact when a definite offer is received. There is a dedicated helpline in place to call for an update at your convenience. This is clearly outlined in the paragraph 5 of the welcome letter, which you received via email and signed on 13th October 2022. It isn’t economically viable to provide regular updates as we need our consultants’ negotiating sales for our clients. However, we did in fact update you on 21st January 2023 and attempted to contact you again on 26th April 2023. You state in the call, you must have missed the communication. Our last contact was to advise you that a significant level of interest had been shown by potential purchasers but offers in the region of your asking price were not forthcoming. Our consultant suggested reducing your asking price to facilitate a quicker sale. You concurred similar lower offers were being received via other resale avenues you were exploring but would still prefer to maintain the price as initially instructed. We honoured this, but it is our duty to give you our professional advice, even if you disagree. Regarding our sales consultant being rude, we take customer service very seriously and all our calls are recorded. Both you and our manager listened to the call after which you advised us you sounded “annoyed”. Our consultants work very hard and do their utmost to remain professional, even under difficult circumstances. In this instance, although our consultant sounded slightly perturbed with repeating herself, we feel your review is an unfair and inaccurate representation of the situation.

Don't waste your time with this…

Don't waste your time with this company. Only contact is when they want more money. Absolute Joke.

Date of experience : February 22, 2024

Dear Mr Murphy We are sorry you felt it necessary to leave a one star review. We would like to understand where we went wrong and have the opportunity to put things right. We would ask that you please contact Mr Frederic Almeida at [email protected]. Thank you.

Thanks to excellent support and follow…

Thanks to excellent support and follow up from Lora and her team in Travel & Leisure Group the sale of our timeshare was concluded smoothly and to the satisfaction of both parties. We are thankful for the professional and customer-centric way in which the process was managed from start to finish, and are only too happy to recommend their services to other buyers and sellers.

Date of experience : April 05, 2023

We are pleased we were happy with our service and thank you for such a brilliant review and recommendation.

Selling timeshare? Don’t waste money - there are no buyers!

I had 3 weeks timeshare I wanted to get rid of. Took a chance with this company to try to sell 1 week. Had to pay an upfront fee. 1st mistake was believing that the timeshare could be sold. 2nd mistake was paying a fee up front. Took their advice on the price to advertise at initially and then gradually dropped the price to basically nothing and giving it away for free. No takers - I know the world has shifted post COVID but you can now source accommodation directly for less than the maintenance fees so why buy any timeshare? I believe this company sells very few at best or none at worst despite what they say. So their revenue model is based on people hoping they can sell their timeshare and parting with money. I would not recommend this company to anyone and I think Martin Lewis should feature this company and others like them. Interestingly, the feedback, mixed feedback with some satisfied sellers, I was able to find before entering into the agreement with them has since been taken down after I raised my concerns with them. There is now no mechanism to leave feedback directly on them. Simple recommendation: there is no market for timeshare resales so don’t waste money on companies like this.

Date of experience : July 19, 2021

Absolute joke of a company

Absolute joke of a company - do not pay an upfront fee at all it will never sell. Complete scam from start to finish.

Date of experience : July 06, 2023

This is very unfortunate and as we are unsure what lead to these comments, it is difficult to respond. I can assure you we are not a 'scam' (otherwise we would have no positive reviews from both buyers and sellers) and we do not charge upfront fees. Registration is free of charge, but we also offer various optional advertising packages, which are fully refunded upon sale through us or another regulated reseller. We would ask you to contact us on 01787 881111 or our members helpline 01787 883333 so we can understand what caused this negative review and help resolve the issue. Thank you.

Positive and professional experience

Positive experience from start to finish. From initial consultation to the legal completion, all done with great customer focus. Heather and Paula excellent to deal with.

Date of experience : December 16, 2023

Thank you very much for your review. We were happy to assist with your purchase and appreciate your kind comments.

This company ripped me off

This company ripped me off. They took my money to GIVE AWAY my Diamond points and did nothing. Steer clear at all costs Your response unbelievable! All lies

Date of experience : January 03, 2023

Dear Mr Deacon, You originally registered, free of charge back 2018 to let your unused points but failed to book any weeks. When you decided to advertise to sell in 2022 (which was and still is subject to our price guarantee), we advised against listing your points free of charge as there are costs attributed to the resale that neither us or you have any control over. These include resort the transfer fee, escrow and legal costs. Offering your timeshare at zero monies gives a false illusion to potential purchasers, especially when these costs are the added after seeing a 'free of charge' advert. In addition you ignored requests to personalise your advert to make it more appealing and we had to remind you that the resale process takes time that we cannot force a new owner to take your membership. All in all, a very unfair and inaccurate review and we most certainly did not 'rip you off'... In fact, please see the review left on 24 May 2023 from a purchaser of DRI points.

Good deal in the end

Good deal in the end, bit of confusion regarding what the owner actually had to sell at the start but it got sorted

Date of experience : April 03, 2023

Very helpful and efficient service

Very helpful and efficient service. Excellent communication throughout the process of selling our timeshare.

Date of experience : December 06, 2022

We paid and bought a 1 week timeshare…

We paid and bought a 1 week timeshare for 12 years to match our 2 week timeshare for 12 years, when arriving at the hotel we was informed the 1 week timeshare only had 3 years left on it, travel and leisure group didn't do the correct legal checks that we had paid them to do, each year while chasing them every week/month they told us don't worry continue to use the timeshare while we find you another timeshare lasting 9 years, we was happy to do this as we had paid for the timeshare and why should we lose out on our holiday to visit our family because of their mistake! We have been very understanding and patience with this company while always feeling stressed and not knowing where we stand with the other 9 years, we now know we were chasing and waiting on empty promises, 3 years later we are still waiting on a refund or a new timeshare! absolute nightmare!! Its come to the point where we have to get a solicitor involved, they have made no effort to find us a new timeshare or refund our full amount of money this is there mistake not ours why should we be out of pocket, we are in this position because of their incompetents, this whole situation has caused us so much unnecessary stress to our family, we are always having to chase them, always be fobbed off with ridiculous excuses, a refund has only been mentioned towards the end of the 3 years which they are now saying will be pro rata because we have used the 3 year's which they told us to do, again why should we be out of pocket because of their incompetence, worst mistake I made trusting this company!!!

Date of experience : August 23, 2022

This is a very unfortunate review. An error was made on a legal check which didn’t come to light until after the purchase had completed. We have been fully transparent with Miss Murphy throughout, who agreed to allow us until 2022 to try to and locate alternative stock. As the transfer was complete, despite offering a refund, the Murphy family wanted to utilise this week for 3 years and we would try during this time to locate another week within a similar price bracket. Unfortunately, we haven’t been able to do so. We do have similar weeks listed on our books; however, the sellers are requesting at the minimum, 7 times more than Miss Murphy paid for the week. I have advised Miss Murphy and her husband that I am waiting to speak to the Managing Director to arrange a refund either in full or pro rata for the weeks used as this was an exceptionally priced week. Miss Murphy is aware of this, as this was in fact the third week the family have purchased through our company without incident and have been previously happy with our service. It is regretful that the legal checks came back with the incorrect information, but we are doing our utmost and the stock we advertise doesn’t belong to us.

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Date of experience : August 04, 2023

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Travel + Leisure’s New Subscription Travel Club Turns Expert Inspiration into Bookable Experiences

Benefits Include Preferred Pricing, Concierge Services, Exclusive Experiences and Magazine Subscription for Introductory Rate of $10 per month

Curated Itineraries Debut Today Featuring Magazine’s 2021 ‘World’s Best Awards’ Winners

ORLANDO, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Travel + Leisure Group, a new business line from Travel + Leisure Co. (NYSE: TNL) today launches Travel + Leisure Club , the only travel subscription service with the power to turn the aspirational pages from the iconic Travel + Leisure magazine, the world’s most influential travel brand, into real life, bookable experiences.

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The new, members-only subscription travel club, Travel + Leisure Club, brings the trusted content from the storied Travel + Leisure brand to life, allowing travelers to dream, plan, book and go – all in one place. (Photo: Business Wire)

"Throughout the storied 50-year history of Travel + Leisure magazine, there was never a way for consumers to easily book a trip based on the inspirational stories they read in the pages of the magazine," said Noah Brodsky, president of Travel + Leisure Group. “With the launch of Travel + Leisure Club, we’re able to harness the award-winning magazine content to bring members one step closer to the transformative power of travel by providing expert guidance, personalized service and preferred pricing so they can create their own travel stories.”

The new, members-only subscription travel club brings the trusted content from the storied Travel + Leisure brand to life, allowing travelers to dream, plan, book and go – all in one place. Travel + Leisure Club members have access to preferred pricing on featured itineraries inspired by editorial coverage, extra savings on more than a million travel options, personalized concierge service, exclusive experiences, and a complimentary subscription to the iconic Travel + Leisure Magazine, all for an introductory rate of just $9.95 a month. Subscribers enjoy an average of 25 percent off of retail rates on hotels and resorts as well as members-only pricing on activities, car rentals and more. The Travel + Leisure Club has an expansive array of travel options for members to choose from when planning their vacation with an inventory featuring more than 600,000 hotels and resorts, more than 345,000 activities, all major car rental services, dozens of airlines and more.

Travel + Leisure Club’s concierge service provides members with expert support and customized guidance on everything from booking travel in sought-after destinations, to scoring a table at the hottest restaurant in town—with access to one of the largest preferred dining networks with over 1500 restaurants across 30 countries and 120 cities. Members may receive exclusive perks like a complimentary glass of wine or an extra course from the chef. With an expansive network of partners, the Club’s concierge service can also help members secure tickets to sold-out events and can even assist with planning a home renovation inspired by their favorite resort photos from Travel + Leisure magazine.

Travelers interested in seeing how membership can unlock savings and new experiences can enjoy a 30-day free trial of the Travel + Leisure Club by visiting travelandleisure.com/club .

Travel + Leisure GO

For those travel enthusiasts who haven’t yet subscribed to Travel + Leisure Club, the new Travel + Leisure GO is an open online retail travel site that connects inspirational travel stories, destination guides and curated itineraries with planning and booking tools, whether for everyday adventures or a once-in-a-lifetime getaway.

In celebration of today’s reveal of the 2021 World’s Best Awards from Travel + Leisure magazine, club members and visitors to Travel + Leisure GO can explore the first of these exclusive experiences, curated travel itineraries that feature top destinations, hotels and activities from this year’s winners. These bookable travel experiences are fully customizable and start at $1,650 for a four night stay featuring accommodations, activities and ground transportation for two. Highlights include:

• An immersive experience in the number one U.S. city, Charleston , with a stay in the boutique Vendue Hotel, a repeat winner, a sail around the Charleston Harbor and an ‘alleys and hidden passages’ walking tour, uncovering the beauty and intrigue secreted away in the narrow paths between some of the oldest structures in town.
• A stay at the Viceroy Chicago , named the top city hotel in the Continental United States, with an exclusive VIP tour of the Art Institute of Chicago, one of the city’s premier cultural destinations, and a private early access experience at the Field Museum of Natural History.
• A spirited seaside retreat at the top resort in Mexico, the Viceroy Riviera Maya in Playa Del Carmen , which combines culture and adventure with visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites, a sail to the beautiful Isla Mujeres, and a chef-led spice and produce markets tour followed by a hands-on cooking class using traditional techniques and recipes that have been passed down for generations.
• An enchanting itinerary in Florence , revered as one of the top 10 cities in the world, with a private Tuscan pasta making class or lessons with a master Italian sculptor and a stay at The St. Regis Florence, one of the coveted top 100 hotels in the world.

“For 26 years, our annual World’s Best Awards have celebrated the destinations and travel companies that travelers love most, serving as a powerful reminder of the joys of getting out and exploring the globe,” said Jacqui Gifford, Editor in Chief of Travel + Leisure. “These new curated itineraries are a tangible way to live the World’s Best experience, while connecting us with the world and feeding our fundamental human desire to make authentic and exceptional travel experiences accessible to everyone.”

Travelers can explore these new itineraries online at Travel + Leisure GO and then call to create their customized dream trip, with Club members enjoying preferred pricing.

Over the coming months Travel + Leisure GO will continue to add more services including one-click booking on customizable itineraries; additional destination guides; integrated booking opportunities on editorial content; as well as expanded lifestyle elements such as a retail marketplace featuring a collection of Travel + Leisure branded products; and more.

Travel + Leisure Club and Travel + Leisure GO are the first consumer offerings from Travel + Leisure Group , a new business line from Travel + Leisure Co . (NYSE: TNL). The new consumer offerings are a part of the group’s larger mission to take the Travel + Leisure brand beyond inspirational content and bring it to life through a curated suite of consumer products and services. As previously announced, Travel + Leisure’s successful multi-platform media assets, renowned for journalistic excellence, will continue to be operated by Meredith Corporation.

About Travel + Leisure Group

Travel + Leisure Group offers travelers a way to turn vacation inspiration into exceptional experiences through a suite of products and services that bring the world’s most influential travel brand to life. Travel + Leisure Club is a subscription travel club where members can dream, plan, book and go – all in one place, while enjoying preferred pricing, personalized concierge and travel planning services, exclusive experiences and more. Travel + Leisure GO is an online retail travel site that connects trusted inspirational content with bookable travel services and expert-curated itineraries. Travel + Leisure Group is also expanding the offerings of the storied brand through licensing agreements and a growing collection of branded consumer products. The business line is a part of Travel + Leisure Co., the world’s leading membership and leisure travel company, with a portfolio of nearly 20 resort, travel club and lifestyle travel brands. Learn more here or follow Travel + Leisure GO on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , or Pinterest .

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Media Contact: Christina Baez [email protected]

Source: Travel + Leisure Group

Released September 8, 2021

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The Club Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Central Park meets the needs of bleisure travelers.

On a gray spring day, I sat near a large picture window inside the Club Lounge of The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park , watching tourists below filter into a leafless exapanse to wander the trails of Olmsted’s urban masterpiece. I’d been invited on business, which gave me the chance to tour the property’s rooms and amenities. A long time New Yorker, I had always thought of the city’s Ritz-Carlton properties as leaders in both tourism and business, but rarely blended. However, as I waited for the meeting to start, a colleague urged me to grab a quick lunch. I took a lap around the lounge buffet, a full spread of soups, sandwiches, salads, fruit, desserts, sodas, and Champagne, then settled in for an hour-long chat from a chartreuse-hued club chair with postcard views of the park. Naturally, I wasn’t the first to have a lightbulb moment: bleisure.

View of Central Park from The Ritz-Carlton

The Rise of Bleisure Travel

The Covid-19 pandemic impacted multiple industries in lasting ways, including travel, hospitality, and traditional work models. Though tourism numbers dropped precipitously during the pandemic, they’ve surged over the last 18 months during a time when hybrid or remote employment has been normalized and even expected. Naturally, this phenomenon has spurred various new initiatives, from countries luring digital nomads with remote work visas to hotels expanding their amenities to entice business guests.

A portmanteau of 'business' and 'leisure’, bleisure travel refers to fusion of leisure travel with business. This trend includes professionals extending their business trips to enjoy leisure pursuits, often staying at the same hotel for both work and tourism.

Research suggests that the bleisure niche is gaining in popularity and value. As GlobeNewswire reported , Allied Market Research estimates the global bleisure market was at $315.3 billion globally in 2022, but expects it to more than double to nearly $731.4 billion globally by 2032. That’s a compound annual growth (CAGR) rate of 8.9%. The growth is attributed to several factors such as a rise in demand for work-life balance, digital transformation in the travel industry, and an increase in the number of affordable hospitality services, the report states.

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How The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park Meets Bleisure Needs

From the hotel’s all-day ground floor gastro lounge Contour, to elegant rooms and suites, the property has long been a magnet for tourists looking to soak up the brand’s famous hospitality at a tony New York address. Though the hotel has 206 rooms, it feels like a boutique property, starting with the friendly welcome at the front door to the intimate lobby footprint.

Guest rooms, spacious by New York standards, borrow elements from New York’s history, both in layout and architectural details, while adding a touch of French style through décor and textiles. Pre-war layouts give rooms a bigger footprint, allowing for desks and seating areas for the bleisure traveler with a laptop and extra clothes or shoes.

For guests wrapping up meetings or looking to relax after a long flight, the hotel’s La Prairie Spa offers six treatment rooms for facials and therapeutic massages. A relaxation lounge and steam room add the finishing touch.

Where the hotel’s bleisure amenities shines, however, is the Club Lounge. The lounge offers an exclusive place to rest, relax, work and network. There are five daily food presentations that can be customized to meet any dietary restrictions. Additionally, there is a dedicated concierge to take care of all guest requests and needs, such as pressing items of clothing of which two are included, complimentary.

Asked about the bleisure market, Director of Sales & Marketing Megan Ferguson noted the hotel’s ideal location for this type of clientele. “Guests can easily unwind with a stroll through the iconic Central Park or take in the breathtaking views from their room. Our club lounge is a versatile space where bleisure guests can get down to business while enjoying the luxury surroundings,” Ferguson said.

"When it comes to attracting the bleisure market, New York City has that perfect mix of work and play. At The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, we've created an environment that caters to both. Our hotel evokes the feeling of a cozy, residential townhouse making it a welcome retreat after a busy day in the city,” they said.

The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park , 50 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019

*Club Lounge costs an additional $450 per night for 2 people, on top of the room rate. During the holidays, it is an additional $650 per night for 2 people. The Club Lounge is available for all paying guests.

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Richard Osman's novel follows a group of four friends at a retirement village who discuss unsolved murders—and then find themselves solving live cases. Here's what we know so far about the Thursday Murder Club movie.

It's adapted from Richard Osman's book of the same name.

The thursday murder club: a novel (a thursday murder club mystery).

In the first Thursday Murder Club novel (there are currently four in the series), four septuagenarians—Elizabeth, Ibrahim, Ron, and Joyce—meet up on (as the title suggests) Thursdays to discuss unsolved crimes . When a local developer is found dead nearby, however, the Club finds themselves investigating the murder in their own neighborhood. As the publisher writes, "As the bodies begin to pile up, can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer, before it's too late?"

Three out of four of the main characters have been cast.

"The cast for #TheThursdayMurderClub movie is insanely great, I think people are going to love it," Osman posted before the casting announcement was made. Here's who's who in the cast so far:

• Helen Mirren will play Elizabeth, a former spy
• Ben Kingsley will play Ibrahim, a former pyschiatrist
• Pierce Brosnan will play Ron, a former union activist

They are still in negotiations for who will play the fourth member of the group, Joyce.

Chris Columbus will write and direct Thursday Murder Club .

Columbus, who famously directed Home Alone and Home Alone 2 , along with the first two Harry Potter films ( Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets ), will adapt Osman's novel for the big screen.

No premiere date has been set.

The movie will film in the UK from June through September 2024, but no premiere date has been announced as of yet. We'll update this as soon as we learn more. While we wait for the film, read the entire Thursday Murder Club series:

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