Embarking on a new year often involves reflection on the past and a bright look ahead. I hope that as a WorldMark, The Club owner, you were able to create some wonderful vacation memories in 2008.

Though much has changed in our world politically and economically over the past year, WorldMark has remained much the same for owners. WorldMark resorts continue to be homes away from home, places to relax and rejuvenate, places to gather family and friends, and places to create lifelong memories.

As WorldMark owners, we are fortunate that WorldMark, The Club has a unique advantage in this challenging economic climate. Originally established as a “drive-to” vacation concept, WorldMark resorts are within reasonable (and enjoyable!) driving distance for most owners. In planning for that special tropical vacation, you may have overlooked the local jewel that has the potential of becoming your favorite resort. Although the cost of air travel has increased, gas has returned to a moderate price and once again it is affordable to steal away for a few days, or plan a longer vacation, locally with no need to purchase expensive plane tickets, tackle long lines or wait out long flight delays.

In fact, road trips are fun and can be great bonding experiences. WorldMark’s grouped booking policy allows you to plan your trip with stays at WorldMark resorts along the journey.  Just visit the Club Web site at WorldMarktheClub.com, check the resort map and choose a direction in order to explore where WorldMark treasures await you.

Of course you may still wish to fly to Hawai‘i or Fiji for that once-in-a-lifetime trip, and luckily with WorldMark you can! But who’s to say you won’t have just as much fun a couple of hours away from home?
San