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Our 1st RCI Vacation - Las Vegas

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on July 22nd, 2009
Our first RCI vacation was definitely one we will always remember…in January 2009, we left behind frigid cold temperatures and snow in Nova Scotia for a glorious and exciting week in Las Vegas, Nevada with temperature there ranging between 72 and 78 degrees Fahrenheit.  We enjoyed a suite at the luxurious  Hilton Grand Vacation Club Hotel on the strip. It’s true, there is so much to see and do in Sin City….besides having a bit of luck gambling, and experiencing some of the best shopping malls ever, including the famous Miracle Mile shopping Mall dsc_00091dsc_00581vegas3-2981including Coach, Tous, Prada, Louis Vuitton and Michael Kors, we saw lions at MGM ..we took in the Elton John Concert at the Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace, The Price Is Right at Bally’s, plus we also rented a car for the week and were able to drive to see the Hoover Dam and Red Rock Canyon in Nevada, the Grand Canyon in Arizona, and being only 3 and 1/2 hours away, we drove to Los Angeles, right up to the Hollywood sign,  even walked on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and shopped on Rodeo Drive.  The food in Vegas was incredible…and not at all expensive….you can opt for an all you can eat buffet for under $15.00, or a more formal restaurant setting for under $25.00 or grab a hotdog and beer for $3.00…there is something for everyone.

We enjoyed ourselves immensely, so much so that we went back again and will most likely go again sometime.  We highly recommend this as a vacation spot for couples and also for those with children…there is so much to do and see for all ages.

Thanks to RCI, we are eagerly planning our next vacation to Hawaii in the fall..so check back then for our trip highlights!
John and Paulette Pineo

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White Point Beach Resort…a bucketlist of possibilities!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on July 6th, 2009

The quintessential Nova Scotia oceanfront vacation is White Point Beach Resort! Mussel Bake Mondays, Nordic Walking, Hiking at Keji National Park Seaside, Sandcastle Building Competitions, Overnight Islands Campouts, Canoeing & Paddleboating, tennis, Marshamallow Roasts, Kids Programs, Nightly Live Entertainment…whew…the list is extensive and it’s all FREE for guests at White Point!

The daily summer programs and activities have been kicked-off for 2009 and promise amazing experiences for everyone! See the upcoming weeks schedule of fun now! And doCycling on the Beach!n’t forget, the 1km white sand beach, indoor and outdoor pools, lake and rivers … and the bunnies are just waiting for your arrival!

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Last Call for 2-for-1 Golf at White Point Beach Resort!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on July 6th, 2009

Ahhhh…summer at White Point has sprung and until Thursday this week, guests at the Resort can still enjoy 2 for 1 rounds of golf on this playful seaside golf course. Members of White Point Golf Club have been impressed with the conditions and overall continued improvements since the Resort has taken over Management of the Course.

The Clubhouse offers a refreshing beverage on the deck overlooking the course and the ocean - the Clubhouse Sandwich made with fresh turkey comes highly recommended!

Be sure to say “Hi” to Golf Pro, Dave Kemshead on your way through - and don’t be shy about asking for a lesson!
White Point Golf Club
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Starting Father’s Day…2 for 1 Golf at White Point Golf Club!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on June 17th, 2009

Kick start your summer with a round of  along the Atlantic Ocean at White Point Beach Resort! Guests staying at the Resort Sun. - Thurs. between June 21st - July 10th can enjoy our 2 for 1 Golf Green Fee Special*.
Enjoy 2 rounds of golf for the price of 1 in addition to being extended our Resort Rate! It’s a perfect pairing with our $129 Room Specials.
Call to book now - 1.800.565.5068

*subject to availability, valid for individual rounds of play, excludes group bookings.

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V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N Anytime, Anywhere!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on June 9th, 2009

The following article was taken from http://my-vacations-trip.com/623131-V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N-Anytime-Anywhere.html, Enjoy!

Webster’s dictionary defines vacation as “a period of time for pleasure, rest, or relaxation”. Most vacationers, however, aren’t aware of this definition, as they often return from their trip feeling less relaxed than when they left! Luckily, more and more people are discovering that Webster’s definition of “vacation” is synonymous with timeshare ownership. Here’s why:

Timeshare owners enjoy the privacy of a home with the amenities of a world-class resort! Timeshare owners know that their timeshares provide better value than renting hotel rooms. Timeshare owners are less burdened than full-time vacation homeowners.

According to the American Resort Development Association’s (ARDA) recent study, most timeshare owners believe that their timeshares are better than hotels. In fact, when asked about their overall satisfaction with their timeshare property, 78% of the timeshare owners rated their property as “excellent”. When timeshare owners were asked if they were getting good value for their money, 72% of the owners rated their properties as “excellent”, compared to 58% of those who stayed in hotels.

Mike Hussey, ARDA’s Chief of Staff, confirms that this is due to new trends in vacation ownership over the past several years. “Timeshare owners are more satisfied with their overall vacation experience and feel that they get good value for their hard-earned money,” says Mr. Hussey. In fact, the numbers back him up. In 1980, only about 155,000 households owned a timeshare at 500 resorts worldwide. Today, there are over 5,000 timeshare resorts with 4.5 million vacation owners worldwide. It seems as though more people ARE learning to “vacation”!

Besides receiving better value, timeshare owners also appreciate the benefits that come with part-time vacation home ownership. On an average, vacation homes in the United States are used 17 nights per year! Unless the owner uses this property a lot, they are paying way too much for a vacation home that does not provide much utility. They’re paying full time for a part time vacation. Year round vacation homeowners spend more for maintenance costs (even when they are not there), and spend more of their valuable “vacation” time on upkeep.

Life’s too short not to enjoy great vacations. You work too hard to deserve anything less! Your free time is your own. When you do discover the definition of vacation, we hope that you’ll practice what you learn, and practice often… as practice makes perfect.

About the author: Holly Day writes for The Travel Industry and Holiday Group http://www.holidaygroup.com. For Low Cost Timeshare Resale Vacations.

Author: Holly Day

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Mussels and Wine Weekend at White Point - June 12 - 14

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on June 9th, 2009

There is nothing like a beach mussel bake followed by an “Off the Vine” Wine Tasting and that’s exactly what you’re in for this upcoming weekend at White Point! There are only a couple of theme weekends left before we launch into the full swing of summer so come on - join us!

Head for the Beach Bonfire Pit on Saturday around 1:30pm for a tasty Mussel Bake featuring Indian Point Mussels from Mahone Bay. This is a fun time for everyone and oh so good!

Then for the “big kids” join Dan Tanner, our Sommelier for one of his famous “Off the Vine” Wine Tastings. He’ll introduce you to at least 4 different wines, how to serve them, what they pair nicely with and of course how to truly appreciate them.

Plan to join us June 12 - 14th at White Point Beach Resort - Book now!

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Ocean Club Grand Opening

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on May 9th, 2009
Ocean Club Beach House at White Point.

Ocean Club Beach House at White Point.

Everyone is invited to converge at White Point Beach Resort for the official unveiling and GRAND OPENING of  Ocean Club on Thursday May 14th at 11:00am. Ocean Club is the newest oceanfront development at White Point featuring beach houses just a stones throw away from the ocean. This development , limited to only 9 Beach Houses, has been designed to take optimum advantage of this spectacular location. Join us for the Grand Opening at 11am on May 14th then take a peek during the OPEN HOUSE from 11am - 2pm. RSVP to Donna by email at dhatt@whitepoint.comby May 13th.

If you are unable to attend the Grand Opening & Open House and would like to schedule an appointment to learn more about Ocean Club, contact Doug Fawthrop by phone at 1.800.613.2171 or email at oceanclub@whitepoint.com.

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White Point Features Chef’s Tables, Quilting, Culinary Delights and more in May!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on May 6th, 2009

This May there is just so much going on at White Point Beach Resort and most of it is FREE with an overstay! Here’s just a glimpse of what’s going on:

Friday Nights in May - Chef’s Table Dinners with Chef Alan Crosby
FREE GOLF with every overnight stay
May 9th - Quilting Workshop & launching of The Quilter’s Net
May 10th - Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet & Quilt Show & Sale
May 12th - Rita MacNeil in concert at the Astor Theatre
May 15th - the Boathouse opens! Canoes, paddleboats, tennis & more!
May 15 - 18 - Victoria Day Weekend is packed with fun for all ages
May 22 -23 - BBQ Culinary Weekend
May 29 - 31 - Ukulele Ceilidh Sampler Weekend

Plus there’s nightly marshmallow roasts - 7 days a week!
See all the details on our White Point Beach Resort website.

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2008 Owners Christmas Party a Delight!

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on May 6th, 2009

On Dec. 20th, 152 Vacation Club Owners gathered at White Point for our second Christmas Party. Throughout the festive holiday evening we enjoyed fine wine, food and company. Many spent the evening meeting new friends and sharing tales of their travel adventures of the past year and those to come in 2009!

As always, we were delighted to share time with all our Owners and happy to hear the fantastic level of interest expressed for reserving for the 2009 Party!

One of the highlights of the evening included Vacation Club draws! Congratulations to Mike and Debbie Campbell who won a $400.00 Gift Certificate and Margaret and Donnie Ferguson who took home an RCI Week!

The Member Services Team here at White Point would like to thank everyone for taking time over the busy holiday season to join us at your home away from home and hope that the season brought many happy memories.

See you next year.

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March Break…”Try Something New”

Posted by White Point Vacation Club Team on February 19th, 2009

Make a splash this March Break!Families are migrating to White Point this March for an incredible line-up of fun activities for everyone! Try your hand at Sport Skipping, Nordic Walking, creating your own Legend with members from Acadia First Nations, explore what a day at sea may be like with the NS Sea School, dive beneath the sea and discover creatures with the Bluenose Coast Action Society, immerse yourselves in chocolate truffle making with Chef Alan, join us for our Acadian Kitchen Party, dance the night away at our Karaoke Dance Parties..and so much more! PLUS there’s our daily crafts, marshmallow roasts at the bonfire, movies, swimming, playground - whew, so much to do in only a week!

So what will you be doing this March Break? Pack up the family and heading to White Point for a fantastic beach break! See all the details now at www.whitepoint.com.

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