Editor's Letter - Wyndham Vacation Resorts

editor’s letter
the places you go
Welcome to Fairfield Faces & Places.
This is your magazine. It’s about the people
you meet and the places you go as an owner
with Fairfield Resorts. It’s a way for you to
share your stories…and make the most of
one another’s experiences.
Two existing owner newsletters have
been combined to create Faces & Places.
Adventures, presented by FairShare Plus, and
Resort Times, distributed by participating
Property Owners Associations (POAs), are now
one quarterly publication. Because your magazine
contains important personalized information
on the inside back cover, you’ll be receiving
a magazine for each POA you belong to.
(Share the extras with a friend!) However, for
production efficiencies, owners with four or
more contracts will get one magazine with
personalized inserts.
We welcome your comments and suggestions.You
can mail them to my attention at
the address below, or e-mail them to
faces&places@fairfieldresorts.com. Enjoy
your first issue!
Ruth Shively, Editor (and Fairfield owner)
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wenty-three miles of stunning Atlantic shoreline, Greater Fort Lauderdale
invites visitors year-round to relax and enjoy themselves. Fairfield owners are
no exception. As you’d expect, the usual beach activities are on their itinerary
— a refreshing ocean swim, a long walk along the shore — but Fort
Lauderdale offers a wealth of unexpected opportunities, onshore and off.
During their recent visit, owners Lynne and Dale Dommel spent a relaxing
evening aboard the Jungle Queen, a 50-year-old
paddlewheel riverboat, cruising
along the Intracoastal
Waterway. A narrated
tour of the breathtaking
mansions along the
David and Sandy Prigg
“tee up” for some
Fort Lauderdale fun.
contents
1 . . . The Places You Go
3 . . . Share The Fun
5 . . . FairShare Plus Adventures
8 . . . Resort Times
17 . . . The People You Meet
21 . . . Contact Information / Service Corner
22 . . . Owner Information
Fairfield Faces & Places is published quarterly by the FairShare
Vacation Owners Association and participating Fairfield Property
Owners Associations. © 2004 Fairfield Resorts, Inc., 8427
SouthPark Circle, Orlando, FL 32819.All rights reserved.
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the places you go
shore set the stage, followed by dinner and a comedy show
at a private island.Together with friends, they also spent a
lazy afternoon aboard Fairfield’s Serenity Yacht.Yet as comfortable
as they were at sea, they were equally at home on
land. On the suggestion of the resort concierge, Lynne, Dale
and friends rented Harley Davidson motorcycles
for a refreshingly different perspective
on the destination.They set off for Key
West with the wind in their hair, helmet
and gear in tow. (Parasailing is at the top of
their list for next time.)
Las Olas Boulevard, renowned for its
boutique shops, fine art galleries and gourmet
cuisine, gave James and Martha Coyne a
bit of “color” during their stay in this sundrenched
As do most Fairfield owners, James and Dotty Warrick
did a little research before arriving in the beach town, reading
travel magazines and surfing the Internet to see what was
new and different in the area — the Queen Mary II,for
instance. James and Dotty witnessed the ship’s first visit to the
U.S. In fact, Fort Lauderdale will now be
home port to the Queen Mary II, the world’s
largest and most expensive passenger ship.
But there was more than just a glimpse of
the maiden voyage on their itinerary.
“We go with the flow,” says James.“We
love Fort Lauderdale, but we also use it as a
base for Palm Beach, Miami and Key West.”
And so they did, for a basketball game — the
Miami Heat vs. the Houston Rockets (the
town. Says Martha,“Last fall, a
gallery along Las Olas featured a national
The Warricks like to go with the
flow in Fort Lauderdale.
Heat won!). Speaking of sports, James and
Martha Coyne also took in a game in Miami,
exhibit on Vatican art. My daughter had trouble getting in to
see it in Houston, but I had no trouble at all in Fort
Lauderdale!” Of course, you won’t want to miss dining at
one of the many sidewalk cafes, savoring the best that life has
to offer along Las Olas.
at the Orange Bowl. It was East Carolina University vs. the
University of Miami. (And Miami does it again!)
“There are lots of things to do in Fort Lauderdale,” says
Naomi Bagley. Besides seeing the Queen Mary II up close
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share the fun
Share The Rewards
Of Friendship With
Fairfield’s Ambassador
Rewards Program
The best part of vacationing is
sharing time with family and friends, and
we hope that your Fairfield ownership has provided you
with extraordinary memories of time well spent with
those you cherish. In fact, bringing your friends or
relatives into the fun and excitement of Fairfield has
never been easier or more rewarding. In the spirit of
sharing, we’d like to reintroduce Fairfield’s Ambassador
Rewards referral program.
For many owners, there’s no better feeling than
enriching the life of a friend or relative by introducing
them to a lifetime of luxurious vacations.And with
Ambassador Rewards, your family can earn valuable
credits to use toward travel, merchandise and
maintenance fees — every time one of your qualified
personal referrals tours!
In order to better serve you, many home resorts
now have referral call centers and are committed to
personally assisting you in maximizing your use of the
Ambassador Rewards program. So call us today at
800-251-8736, ext. 32 with new referral contacts.
Or complete a referral form online at
www.fairfieldresorts.com/ambassador (subject to state
restrictions) and we’ll take it from there!
Rev Up Your Friendships & Share The Fun Of A Fairfield Vacation
Purchase a Bring A Friend Package
Bring A Friend is all about choices — about
selecting vacations that suit your lifestyles and varied
interests…traveling any time you wish…and choosing
together that very special place from an array of
favorite destinations across North America. Bring A
Friend also gives your friends the opportunity to
experience firsthand the same Fairfield commitment to
quality, flexibility and value that you’re enjoying year
after year. Right now you and your friends can choose
from as many as 24 Fairfield destinations (depending on
your state of residence) — from the grandeur of the
nation’s capital…the indulgence of Las Vegas…the sun,
sand and surf of Florida…and the endless natural beauty
of the desert…to the splendor of ancient, snow-covered
mountains — all at remarkably affordable prices. So do
it for yourself. But don’t do it alone. Bring a friend and
start creating memories for a lifetime! Call 800-694-
0112, ext. 3527 (Mon.,Wed. & Fri. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.,
Tues. & Thurs. 2-8 p.m. EST).
Attend a Party Weekend
Take your friends and relatives to a Fairfield Party
Weekend! These events are created and hosted just for
you, so you can meet fellow owners and introduce your
friends to Fairfield. A schedule of some of the upcoming
activities is provided here. Please call for price and more
details. (See next page.)
Tour required. Offer subject to terms and conditions.
THIS ADVERTISING MATERIAL IS BEING USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF
SOLICITING SALES OF TIMESHARE INTERESTS.
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party weekends
So much fun you’ve
gotta share it!
Enjoy a weekend bash full of exciting events,
prizes and activities, exclusively for Fairfield owners and their
friends.This summer offers up a schedule chock-full of themed
events and big-name celebrities at locations across the country.
So pick your party!
Live It Up In Las Vegas!
This summer’s Party Weekend headliners are Celine Dion
(June and July), Jerry Seinfeld (June) and Elton John (July). Don’t
miss the opportunity to spend a weekend in Las Vegas and see
these fabulous entertainers in concert with your friends!
A New Day…, featuring Celine Dion at The Colosseum at
Caesars Palace, is an unprecedented combination of music,
dance, performance art and technical innovation. Celine will
Destination Event Date
Berkshires Six Flags Great America June 4-7
Durango Whitewater Rafting June 4-7
Glade Golf Tourney June 4-7
Las Vegas Jerry Seinfeld June 10-13
Las Vegas Celine Dion June 17-20
Alexandria Discover D.C. July 9-12
Las Vegas Celine Dion July 15-18
Las Vegas Elton John July 22-25
Sedona Casino Weekend July 23-26
Nashville Casino Weekend August 6-9
Sedona Casino Weekend August 6-9
Smoky Mountains Louise Mandrell
Concert Weekend
August 6-9
Glade Golf Tournament
with PGA Celebrity
August 13-16
Daytona Beach Luau August 20-23
Ocean Ridge Beach Bash August 20-23
Sedona Casino Night August 20-23
Durango Raft & Rail August 27-30
bring down the house with
her spine-tingling renditions
of “My Heart Will Go On,” “The Power of Love,” “Because You
Loved Me,” “Have You Ever Been in Love,” the show’s namesake,“A
New Day,” and many more. An international collection
of dancers and musicians will also lend their talents to this
provocative show.
Enjoy a night of comedy at The Colosseum with one of
America’s best-loved funnymen, Jerry Seinfeld.You know him
from the hit series “Seinfeld,” where he played himself, a standup
comedian who with a heavy dose of humor, questions
some of the silliest habits of our society. And now, after nine
years of starring on TV, Jerry returns to the passion that originally
fueled the show — the stage.
The incomparable Elton John brings his talent, style and
unique charisma to The Colosseum. Elton John’s decades-long
career has created an unparalleled legacy of hits including “Tiny
Dancer,” “Rocket Man,” “Crocodile Rock,” “Candle in the
Wind,” “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and many more.
Photographer and director David LaChappelle will serve as the
production designer and director for Elton John’s Colosseum
engagements titled “The Red Piano.” LaChappelle will blend
Elton’s signature music with vibrant visual imagery, making his
Colosseum engagements a unique spectacular unlike any previous
Elton John performance.
For more information about scheduled events, call
800-613-7326 for East Coast (Mon.-Fri. 12-9 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-
2 p.m. EST) or 877-257-9463 for West Coast
(Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. PST).
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F O R F A I R S H A R E P L U S M E M B E R S
Adventures
New Destinations. New Memories. A World Of Possibilities.
Fairfield Berkshires at Bentley Brook
Break Away To Berkshire Bliss
“Checking out the online
newsletter and clicked to Resort
Spotlight — always like to
check those out! Was pleased to
see Bentley Brook! My family
and I just spent 4 days there
between Christmas and New
Year’s! As skiers, we were
pleased to see the addition of
Bentley Brook in last year’s
directory and immediately
booked our dates.We had a
great time and would
recommend a stay at Bentley
Brook to any Fairfield
members.The Jiminy Peak Ski
Resort was also great! Good
conditions considering the warm
weather and FANTASTIC chili at
Christiansen’s! Enjoyed coming
off the slopes every afternoon
and spending time in the hot
tub.The nightly movies and the
wine and cheese reception were
also fun activities!”
Sandi & Richard Ross
Carlisle, PA
Editor’s Note: If you aren’t
already receiving Adventures
Online, call Vacation Planning or
go to the Fairfield Web site to
make sure you have a valid
e-mail address on file. A
supplement to the “Adventures”
section of Fairfield Faces &
Places, this monthly online
newsletter provides offers, news
and tips specifically for FairShare
Plus members. Don’t miss out!
Nestled at the foot of the ski slopes of Jiminy
Peak Mountain in Hancock, Fairfield’s Bentley Brook is
a resort for all seasons.This cozy country lodge is
located in the Massachusetts hill country known as the
Berkshires, where it is said — quite accurately — that
“nature sets the scene and culture steals the show.”
Bentley Brook is the ideal “base camp” for your
vacation adventures.With the recent addition of 72
new units, the resort now boasts 152 studio, one- and
two-bedroom suites and a long list of amenities,
including three fireplace lounges, a heated indoor/outdoor
pool, fitness center, one indoor and two outdoor
hot tubs, three tennis courts, a playground and a
picnic/BBQ area.
In wintertime, Bentley Brook is the perfect getaway
location for the snow sports enthusiast. Simply
grab your skis, walk 10 steps to the nearest lift and
enjoy an exhilarating day of skiing. Night skiing, snowboarding
and cross-country skiing are also available.
During the warmer months, you can enjoy hiking and
mountain biking right on property. For kids, there’s
laser skeet shooting, fishing in the stocked trout pond
and the Alpine Slide. Adults will appreciate the beauty
of the Berkshire Hills, the area’s 15 golf courses, whitewater
rafting, canoeing, kayaking and other outdoor
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Coming Your Way…
The New FairShare Plus
Member’s Directory
Know that
you want to get
away but have
no idea where
you want to
go? The
world’s a big
place, and
planning a
trip can be
mighty confusing when
you have no idea where to start.
Whether you’re considering a weekend
escape to the mountains or a
two-week adventure in Hawai‘i, you
can get your travel plans kick-started
with the new 2004-2005 FairShare
Plus Member’s Directory.
This year’s directory is better
than ever — with great new photography,
additional resorts and new
weather and mileage charts. An
expansive travel guide containing
everything you need to plan the perfect
getaway, the new directory
includes the most up-to-date, accurate
information available. If you have
any questions about the program
changes or the new directory content,
please call Reservations &
Vacation Planning at 800-251-8736,
ext. 11, or visit us online at
www.fairfieldresorts .com/member.
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F O R F A I R S H A R E P L U S M E M B E R S
Adventure Club
The Adventure Goes On!
This year is stronger than ever with a new line-up of Adventures with Fairfield.Take a look at the exciting events scheduled for 2004!
JUNE 2004
“TaylorMade” Just For You – San Diego, CA
Take to the links, then relax with world-class pampering
at the La Costa Resort and Spa.This legendary resort is
nestled amid the coastal beauty of Carlsbad only minutes
from San Diego. Golf enthusiasts will enjoy a tour of the
TaylorMade Golf Manufacturing Company where you can
request a custom fitting for clubs.The perfect swing is in
sight! Speaking of swings, a visit to the San Diego Zoo and
their swinging new exhibit,“Absolutely Apes,” is a must!
AUGUST 2004
Colorado Outdoor Adventure – Beaver Creek, CO
Summer in the Rockies is an exhilarating experience for
both mind and body.The mountains come alive with fields
of vibrant wildflowers and pristine greens. Go hiking,
whitewater rafting, horseback riding or mountain biking —
then relax with a massage at the spa or lounge a little
while by the pool. Beaver Creek is truly a feast for the
eyes and a delight for the senses.You’ll come away
refreshed and re-energized!
Coming
Soon!
OCTOBER 2004
Autumn in New England –
Boston, MA
DECEMBER 2004
Holiday Shopping in the
Windy City – Chicago, IL
To learn more about these upcoming adventures, visit us online at www.fairfieldresorts.com/member.
To provide the best group experience, space is limited, so call early to plan your next adventure. Make your
reservations by calling 800-251-8736, ext. 11, and ask to be transferred to Adventure Club Reservations.
Plus Pointers
How To Send ’Em Packing
How would you like to send your brother to Branson? Or
your daughter and her family to Daytona? Or maybe a pal to
Pagosa? As a FairShare Plus member, you can use your points to
give friends and family exciting Fairfield vacations!
To give a great vacation to a non-Fairfield friend or family
member, simply call Vacation Planning to book a Guest
Reservation.The reservation will be made in your guest’s name,
and a written confirmation will be mailed to both you and your
guest. Guest Reservations require a fee of $25; however, this fee
is waived for our Gold and Platinum VIP members.
If your relative or friend is a FairShare Plus member, you
may transfer some or all of your points to them to use toward
their vacation.You may give or receive transfer points one time
during each Use Year.These points are then available for use during
the original Use Year. (Certain restrictions apply.) Transferring
points requires one transaction or a fee of $25; however, this fee
is waived for Gold and Platinum VIP members.To transfer your
points or get more information, call Reservations & Vacation
Planning at 800-251-8736, ext. 11. Give your loved ones a gift
they’ll never forget — a great getaway to a Fairfield Resort!
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F O R F A I R S H A R E P L U S M E M B E R S
At A Glance
Travel Planning Calendar
When you’re planning your next vacation or weekend getaway,
keep this handy chart close by. It will tell you the time periods
when resorts in the following destinations have the best availability.
For instance, if you’ve been talking about a trip to Sedona,
you’ll know that availability is highest between November and
April when you call for reservations. (Please keep in mind, June
through August are typically our busiest travel times.)
This chart will be a regular feature in Fairfield Faces & Places, so you
can refer to it any time you’re making your travel plans.
May - July 2004
Aug. - Oct. 2004
Nov. 2004 - Jan. 2005
Feb. - April 2005
Daytona Beach
Branson
Fort Lauderdale (all)
Pagosa
Williamsburg
Las Vegas (Grand Desert)
Nashville
Harbour
Williamsburg
Sapphire Valley
Fort Lauderdale (Palm-Aire)
Las Vegas (Grand Desert)
Branson
Hawaii (Big Island)
Glade
Berkshires
Las Vegas (Grand Desert)
Hawaii (Big Island)
Durango
Pagosa
Berkshires
Orlando
Daytona Beach
Destin
Myrtle Beach
Sedona
Branson
Destin
Washington, D.C.
Flagstaff
Smoky Mountains
Newport
Ocean Ridge
Sedona
Introducing
The New Owner Welcome Services Team
This resource is designed especially for you, our first-time FairShare Plus
owners. Our New Owner Welcome Services Team is ready to begin
helping you experience the value and benefits of your vacation ownership.
We will be contacting you to personally welcome you to Fairfield and:
• Review your account information for accuracy
• Answer any questions you may have about your purchase
• And help you plan your first vacation with us
Or you can reach us at 800-922-0855. Our team members are available to
assist you from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday (EST).
We look forward to
speaking with you
shortly — and sharing
time with you and your
family in the years
to come.
COMING SOON!
FairShare Plus Member
Number Changes
In the near future, all FairShare
Plus members will be assigned new
11-digit member identification
numbers.This change is a part of a
comprehensive computer expansion
initiative that will result in improved
reservation capabilities, increased
security of personal information and
improved international communication
for our members.
The member number change will
also apply to owners participating in
the Ambassador Rewards and
LeisurePlan programs. Once all the
programming is complete, we will
notify you by mail the effective date of
the change and provide your new
member number for future reference.
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the
S U M M E R 2 0 0 4
Wherever your next vacation takes you, be certain that good times lie ahead
— whether it’s taking part in the activities your resort has planned, or stepping
out and discovering the destination. Keep in mind your resort concierge
or activities staff can provide additional information, including pricing and
schedules, on programs taking place on-site and off. Tickets and discounts to
local attractions and area activities are also available and vary by site. Be sure
to inquire what is offered at your destination!
F L O R I D A
Fairfield Destin Welcome to the world’s most
beautiful beaches! From the moment your gaze
catches the sparkling green and blue surf and
sugar-white sands, you’ll know you’re in for a
fabulous vacation. June 5 marks the 49th
Annual Sprint Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival, a
weeklong crowd-drawer featuring food, arts and
crafts, music, an evening fireworks display, the
Billy Bowlegs Armada landing, a mock battle
with the city militia and torchlight parade with
krewes in full pirate regalia. The Fourth of July
provides another opportunity to enjoy fireworks
— only this time it’s seaside. • Destin Harbor,
also deemed “Luckiest Fishing Village in the
World,” not only offers great fishing, but halfday
party boat rentals and charter boats. In
August, Destin hosts the King Mackerel
Tournament for the competitive fisherman.
Even if you don’t have your sea legs, a walk on
the docks to watch the fishing boats arrive is a
unique experience in itself. Most harbor restaurants
even have their own boats to bring the
catch of the day straight to your table! • If golf
is your bag, there are over 10 courses within a
five-mile radius and four outside your back
door just minutes away in Sandestin. • Newly
opened Destin Commons Mall and Silver Sands
Destin opens the door to the best in fishing and pleasure
boating, with an abundance of coves and bays to explore.
Photo: Daytona Beach News-Journal
Celebrate the Fourth with a fireworks display over
Ocean Walk in Daytona Beach.
Mall, the largest outlet mall in the South, tantalize
the avid shopper with their numerous
shops. Whatever your fancy, Destin is sure to
leave a sunny impression!
Fairfield Daytona Beach Exciting Daytona
Beach offers something for everyone. The
Summer Sounds Concert Series, featuring
music, fun and dancing in nearby Ormond
Beach, takes place June 16 to July 28. • For
you NASCAR fans, the famous Pepsi 400
race, held under the lights at Daytona
International Speedway, is scheduled to
take off Saturday, July 3. Be sure to get
your tickets now! • Completing the busy
Fourth of July weekend is
the fireworks show on
the Halifax River on
Sunday. In nearby
Ormond Beach, the Independence
Day celebration on July 4 will be
held in the parks surrounding
Granada Bridge from 6-9 p.m. •
Seaside Music Theater will perform
“Two Gentlemen of
Verona” June 17 to July 11, and Peter Rabbit’s
Children’s Theater Party begins June 26 and
runs through August 7. The company will also
present Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” July 29
through August 15. • East Coast Cruiser Nights,
July 10 and 24 and August 14, will draw antique
car and street hotrod lovers from all over.
Whatever your scene, Daytona Beach is your
pass to fun in the sun.
Fairfield Orlando The Revenge of the Mummy
has awakened at Universal Studios Florida! On
May 21, Universal unwraps its new hybrid coaster/dark
ride. Touted to be “the next generation of
theme park attractions,” Revenge of the Mummy
will plunge you into total darkness as you face
fireballs, scarab beetles and an army of warrior
mummies on a psychological thrill ride. • If
you’re a flower lover, don’t miss Disney’s 11th
annual Epcot International Flower & Garden
Festival featuring 30 million blossoms! Elaborate
Photo: © Disney
Come face-to-face with a Wookie at Disney-MGM Studios
in Orlando during Star Wars Weekends.
topiary displays, gardening seminars and the
Flower Power Concert Series are on tap through
June 6. • Jawas, Jedis and Wookies, oh my! The
power of The Force and the magic of Disney
combine for Star Wars Weekends, happening
select weekends through June 13 at Disney-
MGM Studios. Special parades, trivia games and
meet-and-greet sessions
with Star Wars legends
and characters take place
throughout the park, with the
Star Tours thrill ride serving as the
centerpiece of the celebration. • Most
people consider Orlando synonymous
with theme parks, but the
city proudly boasts of its local flavor
as well. The annual Lake
Eola Picnic in the Park is held on
the Fourth of July in downtown Orlando and
includes games, entertainment and a fabulous
evening fireworks show. • Also on July 4 is the
Kissimmee Old Fashioned 4th of July
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Celebration. This quaint event features arts and
crafts plus a variety of entertainment and a large
fireworks display. Orlando is the choice for heartpounding
and awe-inspired thrills this summer!
Fairfield Fort Lauderdale Summer, sand,
sun and fun are just a few of the things waiting
for you in sunny Fort Lauderdale. Take-A-Kid-
Fishin’ Rodeo, held June 5 in Davie, is one of
many area festivities. This event provides fishing,
fun and competition for children ages 5-12. •
The Mango Festival, a celebration of music and
multiculturalism, features live entertainment
food, vendors and a parade in Deerfield Beach
on June 19 and 20. • Round up the gang and
head to The Fourth Along the Coast Celebration
on July 4. Arrive early and enjoy a day full of
activities on South Beach, near Las Olas
Boulevard in downtown Fort Lauderdale. You
can also join the celebration with other resort
guests as they gather on the beach and watch the
fireworks set off at the local pier. • On August
15, enjoy the Hollywood Beach Latin Festival at
the Broadwalk featuring Latin foods, live entertainment,
and arts and crafts. Then, from August
27-29, “chowder down” at the Hollywood Beach
Clambake! Experience New England-style food
and live jazz and blues at this all-American celebration.
• The area also features a variety of festivals
throughout the summer. Hollywood Beach
sponsors Broadwalk Friday Fest the 2nd and 4th
Fridays from 7-10 p.m. Take your pick in downtown
Fort Lauderdale — Bank of America
FIESTA! Fort Lauderdale every 4th Sunday from
11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Las Olas Riverfront, or
SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch on the 1st Sunday
from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on the Riverwalk. So kick
back and relax, or take off and enjoy the festivities
— you decide how to best enjoy beautiful
Fort Lauderdale.
S O U T H E A S T
Fairfield Washington, D.C. For something
completely different, check out the seasonal
return of Lantern Tours at Gadsby’s Tavern
Museum. This Friday night event focuses on
tavern life in the 18th century. Plan your
evening to include dinner at one of Old Town
Photo: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation
Salute America during “The Road to Independence,” a
two-day event held July 3-4 at Yorktown Victory Center.
Alexandria’s fine restaurants and a stroll along the
Potomac River. • From June 18-20, the annual
Alexandria Red Cross Waterfront Festival features
live music, living history exhibits, tall ship tours,
children’s events, arts and crafts and concessions.
• On July 4, you won’t want to miss these 228th
Independence Day celebrations. The Red, White
& Blue Concert is an all-day event at George
Washington’s Mount Vernon home with music
by the National Concert Band of America and an
18th-century style celebration. Also, there will
be fireworks on the National Mall in the
nation’s capital, one of D.C.’s most famous
events. • July 23-25 brings the 31st Annual
Virginia Scottish Games. Celebrate your
Tryon Palace Historic Sites & Gardens in New Bern is an
ongoing celebration of North Carolina’s Colonial history.
Scottish heritage with games, dancing, food, bagpipes
and the Kirkin’ o’ the Tartans (Blessing of
the Tartans) church service. • Tavern Day at
Gadsby’s Museum is August 1. Experience a day
of tavern life with displays and programs. • The
Annual Friendship Firehouse Festival is August 7.
This is Old Town’s historic firehouse with
antique fire-fighting equipment, crafts, live music
and children’s activities.
Fairfield Williamsburg This summer you’ll be
inspired by the powerful history of our
country. Colonial Williamsburg rings in the
Fourth of July with a reading of the Declaration
of Independence, a salute to the 13 colonies and
fireworks at 9:15 p.m. (Discounted admission
tickets are available at the Activities Office.)
Watch costumed interpreters reenact daily
activities from the 18th century. Or choose to
celebrate in Yorktown, where independence was
won. Enjoy arts and crafts shows, classic car
show, parade, children’s game area and musical
entertainment with a spectacular fireworks show
over the York River. • Each Thursday, join the
resort’s guided bus tour of Washington, D.C.
Full-sized, professional coaches take you on a day
tour of the most beautiful and inspiring sights in
our nation’s capital, without the hassles of driving
and parking yourself. (Call the Activities Office
at 757-220-6462 in advance to guarantee your
spot.) This year marks the grand opening of
President’s Park, in which 18-foot sculpted busts
of 42 U.S. presidents are presented in a relaxed
garden setting. • Beginning June 15 and running
throughout the summer, the Music
Theatre Entertainers will present their
Summer Production, an enthusiastic tribute to
America’s musical heritage. Join them for a
rockin’ evening of family fun jam-packed with
familiar songs. • Enjoy jazz and light opera
favorites at the 8th Annual Opera in the
Vineyards on June 19. Tour the winery and sample
wines at the connoisseur wine tasting. • The
Virginia Shakespeare Festival presents three
shows in repertory from July 9 to August 8 —
“Long Day's Journey into Night” by Eugene
O’Neill and Shakespeare’s “Henry IV, Part 1”
and “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.”
Photo:Asheville CVB
Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to downtown Asheville most
Saturday nights this summer for Shindig on the Green.
Fairfield Harbour This summer you can expect
the Harbour’s two golf courses to be in pristine
condition for your play. Early tee times are
reserved for owners and guests; just call the pro
shops (252-638-5338 for Harbour Pointe, 252-
514-0050 for Shoreline) to book your time. • If
you’re a history buff, Tryon Palace awaits you.
Guides in period dress show you around and tell
the story of New Bern’s early years and the role it
played in the Civil War. There are many historic
homes within walking distance. Enjoy beautiful
gardens open free of charge on July 4, a reading
of the Declaration of Independence on the Palace
Streets and fireworks later in the evening. Several
concerts, including the North Carolina
Symphony, will take place on the south lawn
through early July. Monthly garden lectures and
African-American walking tours are also offered
the 3rd Sunday of each month throughout the
summer. • The National Cemetery in New Bern
is one of the oldest Civil War cemeteries and is
also the final resting place of the inventor and
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founder of Pepsi. If you’re a Pepsi fan, you’ll take
pleasure in seeing the actual store where it all
began. It’s located on the corner of Pollock and
Middle Streets in downtown New Bern. • All-day
festivities abound for the Fourth of July. At the
resort, there will be games, swimming, facepainting
and a DJ for dancing. Union Park on
the Neuse River in New Bern hosts a fireworks
display. • The resort also has a summer camp
planned from June 7 to August 6. The kids get to
make things and play games and have a snack or
two. If you want to hop in the car, you’ll find the
beach — swimming, surfing, sailing, fishing
and lots more are just down the road!
Fairfield Mountains Lake Lure lies in one
of the most beautiful areas of the Southern
Appalachian Foothills. If golf is your bag, two
great Dan Maple-designed golf courses await you.
• Celebrate the Fourth of July at The Beach at
Lake Lure with fireworks at 9:30 p.m. They can
also be viewed from the Lake Lure Marina. •
Photo © The Biltmore Company
Visit America’s largest home this summer as Biltmore Estate
in Asheville unveils a world of life-size topiaries.
Catch one of several full-moon cruises on Lake
Lure June 3, July 2 and 31 and August 29, or
enjoy the Perseids Meteor Showers cruise on
August 12. • Most Saturday nights from July 3
through Labor Day at Shindig on the Green in
the Asheville Historic District, prepare for handclapping
and toe-tapping fun during this festival
of bluegrass and mountain dance. • Take a ride to
Chimney Rock Park and enjoy great views, hiking
and scenic waterfalls. • In addition to seeing
America’s largest home, Frederick Law Olmsted’s
last great landscape and a working winery, visitors
to Asheville’s Biltmore Estate will get to see an
array of extraordinary, life-size topiaries representing
many of the countries George Vanderbilt visited
in his world travels during the late 1800s and
early 1900s. “Garden Journeys: A World of
Topiaries” runs all summer. While you’re there,
visit downtown Asheville and shop in quaint
Biltmore Village. Whatever your choice for relaxation,
mountains of opportunities abound!
Fairfield Sapphire Valley Make a splash this
summer! Take a refreshing dip in the resort’s
pools or a mountain lake, or experience the cool,
relaxing pace of a paddleboat ride on Fairfield
Lake. Hop on a tube and explore the French
Broad River as you float past fertile habitats for
plants and wildlife. Looking for a wilder ride? Try
one of the many whitewater rafting companies in
the area, each offering a variety of “get wet”
excursions for the entire family. The Nantahala
River and Chattooga River (featured in the
movie “Deliverance”) offer some of the most
exciting whitewater rafting in the East. Or spend
an entire day or evening cruising around
Glenville Lake on a pontoon boat. How about
water-skiing or a “shower” under one of the
many waterfalls located only a short trip from the
resort? There’s no end to the “wet” fun you can
have this summer. • Let your taste buds dance at
the Taste of Scotland festival June 11-12 in
downtown Franklin. The event kicks off at 9
a.m. and lasts until 4 p.m., and features tasty
Scottish foods, music and dancing. Don’t forget
your kilt! • Fishermen will love Horsepasture
River and nearby Tuckasegee River, both outstanding
trout streams. • Travel back in time with
a visit to Oconaluftee Indian Village, a replica of
an 18th-century Cherokee Indian community
located in nearby Cherokee. Don’t miss a performance
of “Unto These Hills,” an outdoor pageant
of Cherokee history. • Adventures are virtually
unlimited in the Pisgah National Forest near
Brevard or in the Great Smoky Mountains
National Park. The great outdoors is yours to
explore in Sapphire Valley.
Fairfield Myrtle Beach This summer, expect
nothing short of a fabulous time on the Grand
Strand. Kick off the season with the Sun Fun
Festival, June 3-7. Take in an air show, sporting
events, concerts, beach games, pageants, parade,
children’s events and more at the beachside festivities.
• Beach Bang, a fireworks show visible up
and down the beach, is scheduled every
Wednesday at 10 p.m. through August at Second
Ave. Pier. Special shows will be held July 4 and
August 30 in recognition of the Independence
Day and Labor Day holidays. • Don’t miss the
Surfside Beach Fourth of July Celebration July 3,
from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Martin Park, featuring a
band, games and concessions. Then head over to
the Cherry Grove Pier on July 4, 7-11 p.m., for
fireworks and music. Murrells Inlet Fourth of
July Boat Parade, a special celebration featuring
A visit to the Myrtle Beach area during the 53rd Annual
Sun Fun Festival, June 3-7, is a high-energy experience.
over 100 boat entries, takes place on Murrells
Inlet Creek. • For a night out with the kids,
check out the singers, dancers, musicians and
comedians at The Carolina Opry. Alabama
Theater’s “ONE - The Show” incorporates elements
of Broadway, Las Vegas, Hollywood and
Nashville into its magnificent productions
throughout the summer. Dinner theaters such as
Dixie Stampede and Medieval Times offer additional
family entertainment. The resorts’
SunBurst Kids Club — another option for the
kids — begins in June and runs through the
summer. • Enjoy wine-tasting and mellow music
at one of the many festivals held at LaBelle Amie
Vineyard. • Art in the Park, held at Chapin Park
from July 19-20, will present arts and crafts for
everyone. • The Mustang Car Show, July 19-25,
will feature hundreds of Mustangs and SVTs for
the enthusiast. Whether it’s fun by the surf or
wine on the turf, good times will be had by all in
Myrtle Beach.
Fairfield Ocean Ridge This summer presents
many relaxing activities at Edisto Beach. Go
beachcombing and discover a variety of shells,
ocean life and shark’s teeth. While you’re there,
For 17 days and nights, Spoleto Festival USA fills
Charleston’s historic spaces with over 120 performances.
watch the dolphins swimming right off shore!
Tickets can be purchased at the resort for gator
tours and boat tours to coastal Beaufort and
Otter Island for shelling. • Check out the island’s
museum and gift shop, and visit the Edisto
Island Serpentarium, which features a reptile
museum and gift shop. • It’s worth the 45-
minute drive to Charleston to enjoy one of its
many events. From May 28 to June 13, Spoleto
Festival USA — one of the world’s major art festivals
— fills the city with performances by
renowned artists in disciplines ranging from
opera, theater and dance to chamber, symphonic
and choral music. During the same period,
Piccolo Spoleto, its companion festival, focuses
on artists from the Southeast region with offerings
including visual arts, exhibits, classical
music, jazz, dance, theatre, poetry readings, children’s
activities, choral music, ethnic cultural presentations,
crafts and film. • Also in Charleston,
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum hosts
what may be the largest Fourth of July gathering
in South Carolina. Fireworks will be launched
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from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier
Yorktown. The event starts at 5 p.m., with fireworks
at 9:15 followed by live entertainment.
You’re sure to enjoy your time in South
Carolina’s Lowcountry!
Fairfield Plantation Have fun in the sun
this summer with all sorts of water activities
at the resort’s three lakes — one dedicated to
fishing and one to skiing and water sports.
(Call for information on bringing your own
watercraft.) Golfers can tee up at one of seven
nearby locations, including Oak Mountain Golf
Course and The Frog at the Georgian Resort. •
It’s not called “Hot-lanta” for nothing! Six Flags
Over Georgia, with over 100 rides and attractions,
Whitewater Park and American Adventures
(for kids) are just a few of the attractions within a
45-minute drive. Events and concerts at Atlanta’s
Centennial Park (home of many 1996 Olympic
celebrations) will feature such artists as Mariah
Carey and James Taylor. Head for Underground
Atlanta for cobblestone streets and a variety of
shops, restaurants and entertainment including
street performers and face painting. Next door at
the World of Coca-Cola, learn of the soda’s history
begun in Atlanta over 110 years ago. Martin
Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site, including
the birthplace, church and grave of the popular
civil rights leader, is also nearby. • On a more
relaxed note, scenic Stone Mountain Park offers a
remarkable evening laser show, an antebellum
plantation, sky lift, steam locomotive and car
museum. • On June 20, Atlanta Botanical
Gardens will host “BBQ, Bluegrass and Glass,” a
Father’s Day event featuring bluegrass, crafts and
more amidst “Chihuly in the Garden”
(featuring the works of glass artist Dale Chihuly)
and a barbeque lunch. This summer, witness
firsthand the hospitality the South is famous for
at Fairfield Plantation.
N O R T H E A S T
Fairfield Berkshires The Berkshires’ many outdoor
and cultural attractions are at their peak in
summertime. With Jiminy Peak just seconds
away, offering bungee jumping, alpine slides and
mountain biking, you’ll be challenged daily.
Photo: Stu Rosner
Tanglewood celebrates the 10th anniversary of Ozawa Hall
with a gala concert August 1.
Check out the annual Newport Flower Show June 26 and 27
at Rosecliff Mansion, with its Versailles-style gardens.
There is also an abundance of trout streams and
hiking trails just minutes from the resort. Bash
Bish Falls State Park in Mount Washington
features the state’s most dramatic falls at a plunging
200 feet. • July 3 and 4, head out to Ski
Butternut for the Berkshires Summer Arts
Festival, with over 200 artists, music, food,
unique items and more. • The Berkshires are
home to several acclaimed museums. Mass
MoCA is the largest center for contemporary arts
in the world. The Norman Rockwell Museum
offers a more traditional American appreciation
of art. Two new exhibitions will open there in
June — one presenting the artist’s original illustrations
for his only children’s picture book,
“Willie Was Different,” and “Hometown Hero,
Citizen of the World.” • Tanglewood, the summer
home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra
and Boston Pops, hosts stirring performances at
several venues. Guest conductor Marvin
Hamlisch kicks off the Pops season at
Tanglewood with his entertaining mix of music
and comedy July 14, and John Williams leads the
Pops in the perennial favorite Film Night August
14. Enjoy recitals and concerts including
Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker,” the Prokofiev
Suite from “Cinderella” and more throughout
July and August. • Visit fascinating Hancock
Shaker Village and purchase a piece of famous
Shaker-style furniture to remember your New
England vacation. An endless array of activities
awaits you in the Berkshires!
Fairfield Newport The “City by the Sea”
really comes to life this time of year. One must-do
is a cruise around Narragansett Bay. Choose from
a daily sail aboard a catamaran or a boat that once
raced in the America’s Cup. New this year, the
Spirit of Newport offers dinner and sunset cruises
on the bay. You can also rent kayaks and Jet Skis,
or venture out on a day fishing charter. • Historic
Newport offers an abundance of tours. Visit the
mansions of the Vanderbilts and other elite
socialites from the Gilded Age. There are walking
tours, ghost tours and even a tour of the oldest
synagogue in the country. (See your resort for discounted
tickets.) • Beach choices abound — from
small, secluded beaches to busy, more popular
beaches. Chair and umbrella rentals are available
at most locations. • Make time for family day at
Easton’s Beach with its carousel and small aquarium,
or take a tour of historic Fort Adams (a children’s
field day is available this year from the
resort). • Newport is home to many annual festivals.
Here are just a few: June 5, the Great
Chowder Cook-Off (3,000 gallons of chowder
from 25 of the nation’s best chefs), featured on
the Food Network Channel; June 26-27, the
Newport Flower Show held at Rosecliff Mansion;
Photo: Dale Timmons
Ocean City’s White Marlin Open is recognized as the
world’s largest billfishing tournament.
July 3, a traditional New England Clambake at
Kempenaar’s Clambake Club; July 4, a fireworks
show above Newport Harbor; July 15-18,
Newport Black Ships Festival featuring Japanese
art and culture; and August 11-15, the Newport
Jazz Festival, the grandfather of all jazz festivals,
now in its 50th year. You’ll never lack for something
to do in Newport!
Fairfield Ocean City This seaside resort town
boasts activities and events that appeal to every
member of the family. The 10-mile stretch of free
Atlantic Ocean beach offers swimming, surfing,
boogie boarding, surf fishing, jogging, kite flying,
amusement parks, boardwalk games, miniature
golf, water slides and a host of other pursuits. •
Throughout the summer, several car shows will
cruise through town, including the Photo: Mid-Atlantic
Dale Timmons
Classic Chevy Festival and the OC Car & Truck
Show, both held June 5 and 6. • Golfers can
choose from more than 15 award-winning courses
surrounded by wetlands and marsh near
Ocean City. (The resort provides great discounts
at select locations.) • Celebrate July 4th at
Jamboree in the Park with a family festival of arts
and crafts, food, live entertainment and children’s
activities from 5- 9 p.m. At 8 p.m., watch the sky
light up with a free concert and fireworks on the
beach. • Pamper yourself by attending free
Concerts on the Beach on Wednesday evenings,
July 14 and 21 (located at N. Division Street).
Also at the same location, snuggle up for Bonfire
Hour to hear interesting history, area things to
do, best-kept secrets and more on Thursdays,
July 15, 22 and 29. • Boat trips are available to
several islands off the bay as well as to the worldfamous
Chincoteague Wild Pony Swim on July
28, an event that draws thousands of spectators
as a herd of 140 or so Assateague ponies cross the
channel. • The White Marlin Open, the world’s
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largest billfishing tournament, will take place
August 2-6 and is a must-see for anglers of all
ages! Sea, surf or fun in the sun — you’ll enjoy
every minute of your stay in Ocean City.
M I D W E S T &
P L A I N S
Fairfield Wisconsin Dells As the warm weather
arrives, get ready to embark on a scenic boating
adventure through the beautiful upper and lower
dells of the Wisconsin River. Then try exploring
natural Wisconsin on a DUCK, an exciting ride
on land and water! Or saddle up and go horseback
riding on one of the many trails in the area.
• Round up the kids and visit the area’s themed
attractions. The Tommy Bartlett Thrill Show —
a unique water, stage and sky attraction — is celebrating
50 years as a family favorite. Enjoy circus
performances and interactive programs that
let kids be the star at Circus World Museum.
New this summer, Wizard Quest mixes the interaction
of a computer game with the live experience
of an attraction in a 13,000-square-foot
“quadrasphere.” • Noah’s Ark, America’s largest
water park, has more than 60 fun water-based
activities available including 36 waterslides, minigolf,
arcades and much more. Dive into the fun!
• You can always count on a good time at Ho-
Chunk Casino, with over 1,500 reel-type
machines and more than 1,100 video slot
machines to choose from as well as video poker,
Photo:Wisconsin Dells CVB
The Tommy Bartlett Ski Show has been entertaining
families for more than 50 years.
blackjack, craps and roulette. And you don’t want
to miss the performances at the Crystal Grand
Music Theatre, featuring Bill Anderson, The
Smothers Brothers, Trace Adkins and Bill Cosby,
to name just a few. • Enjoy a round at one of
seven area golf courses, like Coldwater Canyon
and Trappers Turn. Exciting variety and family
fun await you in the Dells.
M I D S O U T H
Fairfield Smoky Mountains Summer in the
Smokies is a beautiful time of year, and the
mountains are just minutes away. Great Smoky
Mountains National Park is the nation’s most visited
park with over 500,000 acres of forest and
800 miles of trails. The resort’s whitewater rafting
trip has become a popular way to experience
what nature has to offer. • Enjoy the great outdoors
with a few rounds of golf on some of the
area’s top-notch courses. (Ask about special discounts.)
For the golf enthusiast, the resort’s weekly
Par-3 tournament will be especially fun and
challenging. • In nearby Pigeon Forge, choose
from several entertainment venues including
Dolly Parton’s famous Dollywood theme park;
Dixie Stampede, a high-action dinner show big
on food, high-spirited horses, music and laughs;
Country Tonite, named best live country show in
the nation; and The Louise Mandrell Theater,
featuring Big Band numbers and rock’s greatest
hits. • On July 4, watch the 29th Annual Fourth
of July Midnight Parade in downtown
Gatlinburg — complete with lighted floats,
marching bands and giant helium balloons! • July
16-25 is Gatlinburg’s Craftsmen’s Fair, featuring
over 180 crafters of woodcarving, pottery, broom
making, stained glass, metal work,
calligraphy, jewelry and
more selling their
unique art at
the Convention
Center. August 14-
28, don’t miss the 3rd
Annual Gatlinburg
Heritage on Display with over
80 shops of traditional and
contemporary crafts,
handmade gifts and
collectibles. • And
don’t forget about
the outlets! Whatever your
tastes, Fairfield Smoky
Mountains is the perfect
spot for summer.
Fairfield Glade When the weather warms,
it’s time to get out and play at Fairfield Glade!
Golfing at the Glade’s five courses has never been
better — they’ll provide the best mountaintop
golf you can imagine. (Be sure to ask about a
reduced member rate for the season.) The resort’s
Take the plunge at 60 miles an hour down a 60-foot waterfall
at Dollywood’s Daredevil Falls this summer.
11 lakes are rich with fish and areas for swimming,
and the two marinas can provide everything
you’ll need for a day on the water. • For
More than a million fans stampede to Nashville’s Wildhorse
Saloon each year for great food and dancing.
nature lovers, the Glade is a slice of heaven. Hike
through woodlands and explore the area’s many
bluffs, overlooks and waterfalls. Catch a glimpse
of deer, wild turkey and possibly the recently reintroduced
elk or gray wolf, amid one of the
most varied selections of native plant life in the
world. And don’t overlook the Dorchester
Stables for a guided trail ride through the
Crab Orchard hills. • Nearby Cumberland
Mountain State Park offers 1,720
acres of rustic beauty. And
Fall Creek Falls State Resort Park
has one of the highest waterfalls east
of the Rockies, plunging 256 feet into
a shaded pool at the base of its
gorge. • For your Fourth of July
festivities, consider nearby
Knoxville’s Festival of the Fourth at
World’s Fair Park. Festivities begin
at 4 p.m. with fireworks at 9:30
p.m. • For your evening entertainment,
the area is a theater lover’s dream.
Be sure to make your reservations at the nationally
recognized Cumberland County Playhouse for
the best live theater you’ll find off Broadway.
(Check with the concierge for a schedule and
assistance with tickets.) From sunshine to stage
lights, you’ll find it all at Fairfield Glade.
Fairfield Nashville Expect an endless array of
family events to keep you busy in Nashville. On
Memorial Day, the resort kicks off the season
with a cookout and entertainment. Special
summer events at the resort include concerts with
country music star T. Graham Brown on selected
dates. (His latest album was voted one of the top
five of 2003 by USA Today!) Joanne Cash Yates,
sister of the late Johnny Cash, will also perform
country and gospel favorites. Bus tours of
Nashville and the stars’ homes leave the resort
daily. • You can’t come to Nashville without a
visit to the legendary Grand Ole Opry, with
shows on Friday and Saturday evenings and a
special Tuesday Night Opry. For a night on the
town, stop by the Wildhorse Saloon in downtown
Nashville, home to Country Music
Television’s “Most Wanted Live,” complete with
live tapings. • Other attractions include Music
City’s Tribute To The King, back for its fifth sea-
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son with shows at the Texas Troubadour Theater
on Monday and Thursday evenings; the newly
opened Music Valley Park; Grand Ole Golf
Amusement Center and Go-Karts; and Nashville
Shores, a family water park. • July 4th, head
down to Riverfront Park for the Independence
Day Celebration, Nashville’s largest one-day event
with music, fireworks and food. • July 13-15 in
nearby Murfreesboro, don’t miss the 27th Annual
Uncle Dave Macon Days, named after the first
superstar of the Grand Ole Opry. Whatever you
choose, your vacation in star-studded Nashville
will be nothing short of a grand ol’ time.
“What a Wonderful World” you’ll discover at Satchmo
SummerFest in New Orleans’ French Quarter.
Fairfield Bay Summer’s here and 40,000 acres of
Greers Ferry Lake are waiting for you! Skiing, sailing,
scuba diving, world-class fishing, parasailing
and swimming are just a few of the pleasures you
can look forward to. The marina’s new fully
equipped Bass boats are available for rent, along
with ski and pontoon boats. There are also a variety
of cruises, from dinner to sightseeing, aboard
the popular Belle of the Bay. Sugarloaf Mountain,
an island in Greers Ferry Lake accessible only by
boat, offers a trail to the summit and a beautiful
island mountaintop view. • The town of
Mountain View is a short 35 miles away and perfect
for a day trip. The Ozark Folk Center offers a
glimpse of the past. Just visiting the Court Square
makes you feel as though you’ve returned to
another time. Music shows such as Cash’s White
River Hoedown feature live family entertainment.
There are antique and craft shops as well. • The
resort offers weekly bus trips to destinations such
as Branson, a dinner theater in Little Rock;
Graceland, Elvis Presley’s home in Memphis; and
Blanchard Caverns, with its underground river
and the world’s largest flowstone. Nature is witnessed
at its best at Fairfield Bay.
Fairfield Branson Branson is bursting with
activity this summer. Kids of all ages will enjoy
National Kid’s Fest at Silver Dollar City June 4-
August 22, featuring more than 100 hands-on
activities throughout the park. June 3-5 brings
the Bluegrass Festival to Shepherd of the Hills, a
three-day event featuring bluegrass bands from
around the country. • Sample a bit of New
Orleans June 11-13 at Mardi Gras in Branson,
held at the Ramada Inn Festival Grounds. This
celebration boasts of succulent Cajun foods, arts,
crafts, dancers and Cajun and Zydeco bands
from Louisiana. • Be-bop to the oldies at the 9th
Annual ’50s and ’60s Street Dance. Hosted by
local entertainers, this event is held along the
Taneycomo Lakefront June 17 as part of
Branson Summerfest. • Take your pick of July
4th celebrations, all held on Sunday. Hollister’s
Fourth of July Celebration, at historic Downing
Street, features entertainment, children’s activities
and food starting at 5:30 p.m. with fireworks
at 9:30. Rockaway’s Crafts, Food, Fun in
the Park celebration will have fireworks viewable
from Lake Taneycomo, and the Kimberling City
fireworks display, one of the area’s most outstanding,
can be viewed by boat or car. • August
12-14, the Super Summer Cruise at The
Shepherd of the Hills will present hot rods,
street rods, classics and roadsters, music, games
and great food. The highlight of the event is the
“midnight cruise” on Friday, when more than
500 cars strut their stuff down The Sheperd of
the Hills Expressway. (Spectators begin lining
the street early for the best view.) • The 16th
Annual Oldtime Fiddle Contest will be at the
Taneycomo Lakefront on August 21. And of
course, there are more theaters and shows than
you can shake a stick at. (100 at last count!)
With so much to do, you don’t want to miss the
fun awaiting you in Branson.
G U L F S T A T E S
Fairfield New Orleans Jazz it up this summer
in the city famous for its hot summer nights and
cool tunes. June 11-13 is the 18th Annual
International Arts Festival, a three-day multicultural
event that brings the eclectic fusions of
reggae and world beat, R&B, hip-hop, Soca and
jazz, international foods, arts and crafts together
for one event. Essence Music Festival 2004 is July
2-4, a celebration of multicultural music and arts
held in the Louisiana Superdome. • Celebrate
America’s independence at Go 4th on the River,
offering entertainment and activities along the
riverfront complete with a spectacular fireworks
show over the Mississippi. • July 17-18 in Lake
Charles (about an hour’s drive), the 17th Annual
Cajun Music and Food Festival provides a true
celebration of Cajun heritage, highlighting all
aspects of Cajun life including food, dance contests
and live music. • The Satchmo SummerFest
takes place August 4-8 at Louisiana State
Museum’s Old U.S. Mint. This entertaining and
educational weekend honoring New Orleans’
very own Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong features
four outdoor stages, food and fun. • If it’s
nightlife you crave, then make sure a trip to Mid
City Lanes Rock-N-Bowl is on your itinerary.
This 18-lane bowling alley, opened in 1941, has
evolved into one of the city’s hottest nightspots.
Over 45 cultural groups come together from 57 countries to
present the Texas Folklife Festival June 10-13.
Artists such as Tab Benoit, Benny Grunch and
the Bunch, The Top Cats and Buckwheat Zydeco
perform regularly and keep the house rockin’ into
the wee hours of the morning. When you visit
New Orleans, let your hair down and let the
good times roll!
Fairfield San Antonio From Native American
lore to spicy Mexican sizzle and the spirit of
the Old West, San Antonio sends your senses
reeling! Explore the city’s roots at Mission San
Jose and The Alamo, the most famous spot in
Texas. Or relive the Wild West at the 1881
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum. For fine arts flavor,
visit The Majestic Theatre June 1-6 when it
presents the Broadway musical “42nd Street.” •
Juneteenth is celebrated throughout the month
with observances across the city, including a picnic,
Freedom Fair and cultural celebrations honoring
the date, June 19, 1865, that Texas slaves
received word of the Emancipation Proclamation.
• June 10-13 is the 33rd Texas Folklife Festival, a
celebration of Texan culture through cuisine,
music, dance and crafts at HemisFair Park.
Summer Fest, June 12-13, presents a summertime
celebration of food, music and art in
Market Square. And June 20, July 18 and August
22, don’t miss Charreada, a Mexican rodeo with
traditional dress, music and events at San
Antonio Charro Ranch. • July 2-4 provide two
choices: the Fourth of July Arts and Crafts Fair
on the River Walk Extension, and Freedom Fest,
a Market Square celebration of our country’s freedom.
• July 17-18 at Market Square, experience
the 20th Annual San Antonio Conjunto
Shootout, a celebration that revitalizes an old
custom of “mano-a-mano,” a competition
between two conjunto groups to determine who
is best. Food and street dancing will spice up the
festivities. This is summer flair like only San
Antonio can offer!
W E S T
Fairfield Pagosa During the summer months,
your options for fun increase daily! Plan on some
whitewater rafting if you’re visiting in June. The
rivers are running great this year. And if you’re
into hiking, bring your boots and check out
some of the falls. • Daily trips to Mesa Verde
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National Park and to Durango for a ride on the
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad are
also offered from the resort. • Good news for
golfers — the greens should be at their best in
years because of the winter snow. (And owners
still receive a $10 discount.) • Enjoy a romping
good time at Pagosa Night Rodeos, scheduled
Thursday nights throughout the summer at the
Archuleta County Fairgrounds. • July 2-4, Park
to Park Arts & Crafts Festival, which attracts artisans
from all over the country, will be held in
both Town and Centennial Parks. Enjoy the 4th
of July parade and fireworks on July 3. The
annual Red Ryder Roundup Rodeo, held at the
County Fairgrounds, is also part of the 4th of
July festivities. • Beginning July 18, Music in the
Mountains celebrates its 18th season as a worldclass
festival of classical music. This three-week
event features more than 30 orchestral, chamber,
Pops and children’s concerts performed by musicians
from all over the world. Concerts will be
held in multiple venues in both Pagosa Springs
and Durango. • On August 5, indulge your taste
buds at the Taste of Pagosa & Chili Cookoff held
at the County Fairgrounds. Whether its leisurely
hikes or rowdy entertainment you seek, you’ll
find it in Pagosa.
Fairfield Durango Several events are lined up
for your enjoyment this summer. June 1-6, enjoy
the award-winning 4th Annual Mesa Verde
Indian Arts and Western Culture Festival. Then
experience Colorado’s premier whitewater
festival at Animas River Days, held June 4-6
at Santa Rita Park in south Durango. If you’re
ready to ride the rapids, take a trip on the La
Plata River through town. The rivers are running
high this year so there should even be some 4s. •
Photo: Henry Nakai
Have a romping good time at Pagosa Night Rodeos on
Thursday nights throughout the summer.
The 21st Annual Arts & Crafts Fair July 3-4
will be held in the meadow below Vallecito Lake
Dam. July 4th, it’s Red, White & Blues at the
DMR base area, a celebration including live
music, food, games and more. At sundown,
enjoy fireworks over Vallecito Lake. • The 27th
Annual Fun in the Sun Arts and Crafts Show,
July 9-11, will feature unique arts and crafts at
Santa Rita Park. Several Music in the Mountains
concerts (see above) will be held in Durango July
18 to August 8. The 69th Annual Durango
Fiesta Days, July 29 to August 1, are sure to provide
a good time with rodeos, parade, street
dance, “duck” race, BBQ and more. This is
Durango’s oldest event, started to preserve its
Western heritage. Then the Main Avenue Art
Festival, with a juried show, entertainment and
food, will be held August 14-15. • Kids can look
forward to a special treat this summer. Thomas,
the loveable little blue tank engine, chugs into
town June 18-20 and will be available for rides.
And the Durango & Silverton Railroad will be
Photo: Darel Crawford
Take a spectacular journey through breathtaking canyons on
board the Durango & Silverton Railroad.
making two trips a day through the San Juan
National Forest. Experience the great outdoors at
its best in Durango this summer.
Fairfield Flagstaff You can look forward to
unimaginable state and national parks, wellmaintained
golf courses with great rates, and an
immense entertainment lineup in Flagstaff this
season. Summer sunsets at the Grand Canyon are
some of the most vibrant and stunning you’ll
ever see, and the desert flowers are all in bloom.
Take advantage of the weather by riding the
Arizona Sky-Ride, mountain biking or even hiking
on any one of the hundreds of maintained
trails. • Downtown Flagstaff will be full of energy
with live bands, outdoor movies and some of the
greatest shopping in Northern Arizona. • Let
your taste buds dance at the Route 66 Regional
Chili Cookoff June 12, a world championship
qualifying event featuring red chili, chile verde
and salsa. June 18-20, enjoy the Pine Country
Rodeo, where top rodeo contenders gather in
Flagstaff to compete. Additional events include a
carnival, barn dances, street dances and a rodeo
mixer. • Acquaint yourself with Hopi artists,
learn about native plants, enjoy Hopi dances,
foods and even make your own treasure to take
home at the 71st Annual Hopi Marketplace, held
July 3-4 at the Museum of Northern Arizona.
The 55th Annual Navajo Marketplace takes place
August 7-8. You can meet second- and third-generation
silversmiths, folk carvers and painters,
observe social dances and learn Diné culture
through informative presentations. • The Arizona
Highland Celtic Festival July 17 is a celebration
of music (including bagpiping), dance, food, athletics
and crafts of the Celtic regions, all held at
Foxglenn Park. Flagstaff waits to share its breathtaking
scenery and rich culture with you. Don’t
miss it!
Fairfield Sedona Summer is a busy time in
Sedona. Families traveling to Red Rock country
enjoy natural beauty and any number of attractions
— Jeep tours being the most popular.
Names like “Canyons and Cowboys” and “Easy
on the Asphalt” are just some of the names given
to Jeep rides by Sedona Red Rock Jeep Tours.
The resort can arrange for a variety of specialized
tours, including some to the remote areas where
you’ll find petroglyphs and ancient Indian ruins.
• The Verde Canyon Railroad in Clarkdale, 25
minutes west of Sedona, is just part of a funfilled
day that includes sightseeing in Jerome — a
historical Western copper mining town — and
finishes with dinner at the Blazin’ M Ranch,
complete with buffet meal, a singing cowboy
show and other activities like pony rides, shooting
gallery, mechanical roping horse and farm
animals. • Join the Verde Canyon Railroad for a
4th of July Picnic & Train Ride. Passenger cars
and the Clarkdale depot will be decorated in red,
Photo © MNA/Marinella
You’ll delight in the grace and beauty of Hopi social dances
at the Annual Hopi Marketplace, July 3-4.
white and blue, and the festivities begin at 11
a.m. with an All-American outdoor barbecue
(tickets may be purchased in advance when
reserving train seats). Enjoy a great meal, along
with a Dixieland jazz band performing on the
platform, prior to the train’s departure at 1 p.m. •
Your visit won’t be complete without a ride in a
hot-air balloon over Sedona’s unique rock formations.
Beauty is all around you in serene Sedona.
Fairfield Las Vegas Be prepared for some excitement
in the city that never sleeps. And this summer,
the excitement begins “at home” with
Grand Desert’s newest addition, Bella Torre (the
Beautiful Tower), and a 1,500-square-foot activities
center equipped with ping-pong, foosball, air
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hockey, pool table, TV games and computer
access. The children’s water-play area and beachlike
lagoon pool will provide the needed splash to
cool off from the summer heat. • By the way —
Vegas hasn’t earned the title “entertainment capital
of the world” without offering plenty of
Photo: © Disney
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is now “taking guests” at
Disney’s California Adventure park.
choices other than casinos. You’ll be swept away
by the world-famous Fountains of Bellagio, a
union of music, light and water that shoots 250
feet into the air. And this summer, the Bellagio
Gallery of Fine Art presents “Claude Monet:
Masterworks from the Museum of Fine Arts,
Boston,” featuring many of the artist’s most
important paintings such as “Water Lilies” and
“Grainstack.” (Advance purchase of tickets is recommended.)
You can also enjoy traditional Vegas
shows like “Blue Man Group,” “Mama Mía,” the
Improv Comedy Club at Harrah’s and much
more. • Minutes away, Red Rock Canyon, Valley
of Fire State Park, Mount Charleston and Lake
Mead offer recreation alternatives to the excitement
of the Vegas Strip. The scenery is so dramatic,
it’s often selected as the backdrop for
movies and commercials. So get ready to be
“wowed” in Las Vegas!
Fairfield Anaheim Anaheim’s outstanding location
— about 30 miles south of Los Angeles and
90 miles north of San Diego — makes it
a perfect starting point for many Southern
California excursions. Eight major theme parks
and attractions are within 90 miles. Right in your
back yard are Disneyland and Disney’s California
Adventure (which opens its newest ride, The
Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, in May), and
Knott’s Berry Farm Amusement Park. This 150-
acre complex now boasts 100-plus rides and
attractions, including GhostRider, considered the
West’s best wooden coaster. Universal Studios
Hollywood, located 35 miles north, is the granddaddy
of movie theme parks with an actual
working studio. • Baseball lovers, check out the
2001-02 World Champion Anaheim Angels, in
nearby Angel Stadium, where games are scheduled
throughout the summer months. • You’ll
find shopping galore less than 15 minutes away
at South Coast Plaza and The Block at Orange.
Around the corner is Orange Plaza. This area was
recently added to the National Register of
Historic Places and is a must-stop for antique
browsers and architecture aficionados. • If your
idea of a California vacation is all about the
seashore, Orange County’s famous beaches are
only a short drive away. Exclusive Newport
Beach, artsy Laguna Beach and the up-and-coming
surf town of Huntington Beach are the most
popular. So pack your bags and get ready to have
some fun in Anaheim!
H A W A I ‘ I
Fairfield Hawai‘i (The Big Island) Beauty
surrounds you in this tropical paradise. But
there’s much more to enjoy than its visual
delights. June 11, King Kamehameha Day, is a
state holiday honoring the monarch who united
all the Hawaiian Islands under one rule. The
main celebration in Hilo will include a 9 a.m.
parade, pau riders, crafts, food and more. • June
19-20 is the Waikii Music Festival, held on the
slopes of Mauna Kea at Waikii Ranch. It features
the best in Hawaiian entertainment, food,
crafters and children’s games. Witness traditional
hula performed in a natural setting the mornings
of June 26 and August 28 at the annual Na Mea
Photo: Gladys Suzuki
Visit Parker Ranch, land of the Hawaiian cowboy, and take
in some July 4th Rodeo action.
Hawaii Hula Kahiko Performance, overlooking
Kilauea Crater in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National
Park. • Get a rare glimpse into real-life paniolo
(Hawaiian cowboys) in action July 4 in Waimea
at the 42nd Parker Ranch Fourth of July Horse
Races and Rodeo, action-packed with rodeo
events, horseracing and food. Or join in on
the Ka‘u Roping and Riding
Association’s 26th Annual 4th of
July Rodeo at Naalehu Arena
grounds in Ka‘u. • August 8-14,
the Hawaiian International
Billfish Tournament, known
around the world as the
“grandfather of all big game
fishing tournaments,” takes
place in Kailua-Kona. •
Kona Daifukuji Orchid
Club Show and Sale will
be held August 15 at the
Daifukuji Mission Hall. Enjoy
oodles of orchids and a host of
other blooming plants and elaborate arrangements,
orchid-themed art for sale and growing
tips. Go ahead. Soak up all the fun and culture
the Big Island has to offer.
C A R I B B E A N
Fairfield St. Thomas For those whose interests
reach beyond relaxing on one of the island’s
famous beaches or swimming in its warm waters,
there are other events to appease your appetite.
The St. John Carnival, held the last week of
June, offers musical venues, boat races, the carnival
village, food fair and fireworks, and wraps up
July 4 with a parade. A 20-minute ferry ride
from St. Thomas, offered every half hour, will
take you to its sister island. • Visit Blackbeard’s
Castle, now a hotel, where pirates reportedly
once roamed. Explore Fort Christian, dating
back to 1671 and one of the oldest standing
structures on the Virgin Islands. Browse Market
Photo courtesy www.VINow.com © 2004
Each year, the Cruz Bay area of St. John comes to
life for Carnival in late June.
Square and snack on delicious fresh fruits and
vegetables offered by vendors from all over the
island. • The arts on St. Thomas are as much a
part of the island experience as the powdery
sand beaches. You’ll find a thriving cultural scene
there, including both the visual and performing
arts. Enjoy wandering through the island’s maze
of art galleries and outdoor art displays. And
something is always happening at the Reichhold
Center for the Performing Arts. Check out Latin
Fiesta June 19, featuring salsa’s hottest artists.
Oliver Samuels and Company, a must-see
Caribbean comedy act, performs August 14. •
The Mahogany Run Golf Course hosts two
golfing events this summer. Beacon’s
School Golf Tournament will be held
during the first week of August,
and the St. Thomas Open is
scheduled for August 28-29.
• For you anglers, the
USVI Open/Atlantic
Blue Marlin
Tournament takes place
August 26-30. Enjoy
the unique flavor of
island life like only St.
Thomas and the U.S.
Virgin Islands can offer!
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and personal with husband Robert, she got a bird’s eye view
of the lighthouse at the Hillsboro inlet — an especially
“enlightening” experience for a lighthouse enthusiast. Robert
had penciled in large sail fishing, but their busy schedule just
didn’t allow for it (there’s always next year!).
The Priggs’ schedule was also very full, with trips to The
Festival, a grand market with fresh seafood and herbs, as well
as designer shoes, imported home furnishings and even hot
dogs.“It was multinational.You could get Israeli and Indian
spices, and just about anything you want.You can’t do this
everywhere!” says Sandra. As husband Dave is a gourmet
cook, this proved especially delicious, with home-cooked
meals virtually every night in their condo.Walks on the
beach, several rounds of golf and countless hours by the pool
accompanied trips to The Festival.
Without a doubt, Fort Lauderdale renews the spirit with
new adventures and lazy days by the Atlantic.The warm temperatures
easily allow for that, as do the natural setting and
resorts’ amenities. Remarks James Coyne,“In the wintertime,
you just can’t beat the weather” — which averages a balmy
77 degrees. “It wasn’t hot or insufferable,” adds Martha.“The
weather was beautiful!”
And, unlike many other beach resort towns, Fort
Lauderdale is not overwhelmed with tourists and beach-
Dale and Lynn Dommel look forward
to their next visit!
For the Coynes, Las Olas Boulevard is a
major attraction.
Naomi and Robert Bagley cruise the
Intracoastal on the Serenity.
combers. Says Dotty Warrick,“The beach is not crowded
as compared to other beaches.” Dale Dommel concurs,
“For an area that’s so populated, it just doesn’t seem so
cramped for us.”
Fort Lauderdale is a perennial favorite among Fairfield
owners. Comments like,“We keep saying we’re going to go
elsewhere, but we keep ending up in Fort Lauderdale,” and
“We were here three years in a row, and we’re working on
next February!” pretty much sum it up. d
Freelance writer Leslie Fox lives in Hackensack, NJ.
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the people you meet
Do you crave beautiful 70
degree weather, palm trees swaying
in the wind and light breezes blowing through your window?
Or a fun-filled family vacation in the great outdoors? As
FairShare Plus VIP members, Chet and Marjorie Stephenson
get both as they travel around the country with their family
and friends.With six weeks of vacation time every year,
Chet, 69, and Marjorie, 66, have the opportunity to build
their getaways around their shared passion for golf.
Chet, a retired banker, bought his first Fairfield property
at the Glade in 1983 because it fulfilled his two desires: a stable
company and pleasant accommodations not far from his
Ohio home. After retirement, Chet and Marjorie expanded
their Fairfield experience by organizing golfing trips with
friends and other couples to resorts in the
Cumberlands, the Smoky Mountains and
Florida.When Marjorie hurt her back a
few years ago and couldn’t golf as much,
the couple began to explore some of
the other options Fairfield has to
offer.“The great thing about
The Stephensons love the
options Fairfield offers.
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the people you meet
having a lot of vacation
time is the flexibility that
comes with it. All the
different activities really keep me on my toes,” says Chet. stop adventure through Daytona, Destin, Fire Island, Fort
Indeed, now he splits his time between hitting the greens Lauderdale and Nashville.
with pals in the morning, playing tennis and horseback riding Increasingly, people are leaving home to rediscover
with his daughters in the afternoon, and relaxing by the pool America and spend more time with their families. Back in the
with his wife in between.
day when the hotel was the primary form of accommodation,
it was nearly impossible to take the whole family, with
The key to making the most of your time is to be creative.
Sure, the security of going back to the same place year kids in tow, on holiday without breaking the bank. For hardworking
couples like Robert and Mary Helen
after year is wonderful, but the true reward
of the Fairfield experience lies in the freedom
to customize your vacation and realize
money was always a top concern.That is
Vaughn from Louisville, Kentucky, saving
your dreams. Brothers Gary and Ed Peeks
why they are tickled pink over the fact they
had a dream of spending more time together.
After growing up in Nebraska, the brothdren
and four grandchildren, none of whom
can share points with their three grown chilers
drifted apart and found themselves living
are members. Robert and Mary Helen have
in different states.“For a long time the
upwards of a million points as Platinum VIP
brothers didn’t communicate much. All those
members, and they are quick to spread the
years you just go your own way and never Mary Ellen and Fran Marko wealth with loved ones.
enjoy cruising.
really see each other,” says Elsie, Gary’s wife.
Many Vaughn family gatherings take place
But all that changed three years ago when they each purchased
time with Fairfield and began to travel together. tions to thrill children of all ages, from breezy boat rides to
at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, which has enough attrac-
The brothers quickly accumulated a total of more than 2 windsurfing. But the real attraction is the option to do
million FairShare Plus points between them as they realized nothing at all.“I just love lounging on the inner tube in the
how the vacations helped rebuild their relationship.“Now, ‘lazy river.’ The man-made river is so shallow, I can float
they can get into trouble again,” says Elsie.They certainly can. around with a baby on my lap and it’s perfectly safe,” says
By combining their points they get double the time and infinitely
more fun. And with the money they save they can other so the entire Vaughn clan can be together.This quality
Mary Helen, who always reserves two suites next to each
afford to splurge on upgrades and perks like deluxe suites time gives the Vaughn family a strong feeling of camaraderie,
and weekend-long private parties at the resorts.“We golf, but they also have the freedom to go their own directions
shop, hit the beach and do things we’ve never done before if they choose to. In fact, every year Robert and Mary
like deep-sea fishing,” says Elsie. On one recent trip, by sharing
their points, they were able to design a three-week non-
their own, and they plan on creating a trust for
Helen give one week of time to each sibling to enjoy on
future
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the people you meet
generations.“None of our children are in big-money jobs,
and if it weren’t for the flexibility of Fairfield, they wouldn’t
be able to enjoy these fabulous vacations,” says Mary Helen.
Bill and Annabelle Swisher, of Fairfield, Pennsylvania, also
stretched their Platinum VIP membership
by gifting vacation time.
When friends of Bill and Annabelle
happened to be getting married
near the Sedona resort, not only
did they put up the parents of the
bride-to-be, they hosted a brunch
in their Southwestern suite for 20
people the day after the wedding!
“Owning vacation time benefits all
my friends and family, not just me.
There is a certain comfort factor;
it’s like a home away from home,”
says Bill, who often travels with his
visiting the Smokies during Dollywood’s spectacular holiday
lights festival.
If your sights are set on more exotic locales, a
European vacation is well within reach. Pining for a ski week
in the Alps or a romantic holiday
wandering the cobblestone streets
of Venice? Thousands of resorts
worldwide are at your fingertips
through exchanges with affiliated
companies, and not all the choices
are on land. Fran Marko, a Platinum
VIP member, takes to the high seas
by redeeming his points for cruises
to the Caribbean through
FairShare Plus.
Veteran travelers Tony and
Gerlinde Doom have been fixed
week owners with Fairfield for 22
93-year-old father and his daughter,
The Vaughns like giving time to their kids.
years and love FAX (Fairfield
both of whom are Fairfield owners.
Location, location, location. It’s the cliché of choice for
real estate, and it’s certainly true when it comes to deciding
where to vacation. Most resorts offer a healthy dose of
nature but also the excitement of
a night on the town — that is,
they’re centrally located near a
variety of cultural attractions. Many
people get the most fun out of
their VIP memberships by timing
their vacations to seasonal events
that take place near the properties.
For instance, Bill and
Annabelle stayed in Southern
California over New Year’s so they
could fulfill their dream of seeing
the Rose Parade up close in
Pasadena — so close, they even
Exchange).They use Fairfield along with their exchange
company as a sort of tourist office when they travel to foreign
countries.“We get recommendations from Fairfield
and the affiliates on all the hot restaurants and local sights,”
boasts Tony. Gerlinde grew up in
Germany and has been able to
enjoy several extended visits with
her mother in Austria.“The company
is such a great host that
when we visit my mother-in-law
she wants to stay with us in our
suite. Not only are we getting a
vacation, but we’re giving her a
break, too,” says Tony.
Tony and Gerlinde apply their
strategy of getting local referrals
from Fairfield to domestic travel.
They attend get-acquainted meetings
helped build a float. Staying at The Swishers are a family of timeshare owners.
and talk to other travelers to
Fairfield Glade affords Robert and Mary Helen the opportunity
to attend football games at their alma mater, the
University of Tennessee. And Chet and Marjorie enjoy
get the inside scoop on where to go and what to do.This
approach has led to adventures they would have never
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fairfield programs
Fairfield At A Glance
Our Fairfield family is now more than 450,000 strong. And of course, we’re not all alike. So we thought it might be helpful
to show you the different programs that apply to you and other owners.
Program Name
FAX (since 1978)
FairShare Plus ®
(since 1991)
Discovery Vacations
(since 1994)
Description
Fairfield’s weekly “exchange” system for owners at Fairfield’s original fixed week resorts.
Fairfield’s innovative exchange program where members use symbolic “points” representing
their ownership interest for nightly reservations and other exchange and travel benefits. Special
membership features under the FairShare Plus umbrella include:
VIP Program* – An upgraded benefit program offered by Fairfield Resorts exclusively
available to FairShare Plus members with a minimum of 300,000 FairShare Plus points.
Outrigger Resort Club by Fairfield* – An exclusive benefit program available to FairShare
Plus members who purchase an ownership interest at our Hawaiian resorts.
PlusPartners Program* – An enhanced benefit package that allows FairShare Plus members
to utilize their points for travel products such as hotels, airfare, car rentals and cruises.
A one-year trial membership of FairShare Plus which entitles the member to travel to many
Fairfield locations.
* Eligibility requirements apply.
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pursuits. And let’s not forget shopping! Antiquers have an
astonishing 60-plus galleries to explore, and charming country
boutiques offer up handcrafted art, crafts, specialty foods and
gourmet cooking equipment.Then there’s the bargain shopper’s
ultimate mecca: two major outlet centers within a 50-
mile radius.
The Berkshires are best known, however, for their reputation
as the summer culture capital of New England. Museums,
historic sites, art, dance and music venues are as plentiful during
summer as scarlet and gold leaves are in autumn.
The world-renowned Tanglewood Music Center, summer
home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Boston Pops, is
45 minutes from Bentley Brook by car.You can enjoy classical
outdoor concerts beneath the stars (bring a blanket and your
favorite Chardonnay).The 2004 season features such luminaries
as cellist Yo-Yo Ma, violinist Itzhak Perlman, composer/conductor
John Williams and jazz musician Wynton Marsalis.
The region is also home to the Norman Rockwell
Museum, featuring the artist’s original studio; MASS MoCA, the
country’s largest contemporary art center; the 220-year-old
Hancock Shaker Village; Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, called the
“Hub & Mecca of Dancing in North America” by Time; and the
Williamstown Theatre Festival, which Newsweek called “the
best of all American summer theatres.” The Berkshires are
truly “America’s Premier Cultural Resort.” d
The following terms and conditions apply to the getaway offers on the back page.
Terms & Conditions:The recipient must travel (with spouse, if married) and attend a sales presentation (lasting 90-
120 minutes) on the benefits of acquiring ownership in a Fairfield timeshare resort. You must be a Fairfield owner. Must have two
forms of valid identification upon check-in (i.e., driver’s license and a major credit card). Fairfield employees, Cendant and Cendant subsidiary company employees are not eligible
for this offer. Reservations are subject to availability.Transportation, airfare, meals not specifically included, room taxes (of $4-$14 per night) and incidentals such as phone calls
and gratuities are not included. Fairfield reserves the right to substitute any advertised provider with a provider of equal or greater value. Multiple families or couples are not
allowed to participate in this offer at the same time. No pets allowed.You may reschedule or cancel your arrival date without penalty up to 72 hours prior to your scheduled
arrival date. No changes will be permitted within 72 hours. Failure to comply with this policy, attend the sales presentation or meet the eligibility requirements will result in forfeiture
of the package price and the benefits of the package. Offer expires and travel must begin by 06/30/05. Offer cannot be combined with any other Fairfield offer and is nontransferable.
Choice of destinations depends on your state’s registration requirements.The retail value of this package is $141-$474 depending on room availability, incentive and
travel dates selected. Inventory offered may vary.Void where prohibited. Harold H. Johnson, Real Estate Broker, N.P. Dodge Company.WA UBI #601 892 544.A fact sheet on the
facilities including association assessments is available.The price range of the interests offered varies from $11,340 - $40,500 and is subject to change without notice. Palm Aire.
NJ Reg NO 97/4-842/NJREC. Grand Desert Resort. NJ Reg NO 99/38-007/NJREC. Fairfield Resorts, Inc. 5259 Coconut Creek Parkway, Margate, FL 33063. Nevada Seller
of Travel Registration No. 2003-0261.
THIS ADVERTISING MATERIAL IS BEING USED FOR THE PURPOSE OF SOLICITING SALES OF TIMESHARE INTERESTS.
The complete offering terms are in an offering plan available from the sponsor.
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LaShunda Davenport:
Part Of The
Fairfield Family
LaShunda Davenport often
receives praise from Fairfield owners
for her terrific efforts at
resolving their issues.
“I think one of LaShunda’s strongest attributes is her
follow-through,” says Kim Thompson,Vice President of Title
& Deeding.“She tries her best to help customers even
when it is outside of her area of responsibility, and follows
up until the task is completed.”
With her strong work ethic and values, it isn’t difficult
to see why LaShunda has become such a valued member
of the Fairfield family. She started her career with Fairfield
in 1998 at Fairfield’s Little Rock headquarters.When plans
were announced to relocate the Little Rock office to
Orlando, LaShunda felt as if part of her family was leaving
as well. She decided to transfer to Orlando, where she was
instrumental in staff training and office development for
her department.
LaShunda continued to excel into 2002, when she was
assigned the company’s new St.Thomas properties and
developed the current owner database for St.Thomas. A
year later, she was promoted to Title Coordinator due to
her strong customer service and leadership skills.
“LaShunda’s willingness to consistently go above and
beyond makes her a leader among her peers and an invaluable
resource to our owners,” Kim says.
LaShunda adds,“Fairfield has been great to me. I look
forward to continuing to grow with the company.” d
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dreamed of such as taking hot-air balloon rides, crashing
clam bakes and exploring panther country in Florida.“You
never know what’s around the bend,” says Tony,“and that
keeps life very interesting.” d
Freelance writer Grace Axene lives in Los Angeles, California, and
has written for Money, Glamour, PC Magazine, Working
Woman and other magazines.
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vacation ownership
Timeshare Owners Vacation More,Take Longer Trips
Evidence suggests that the great American vacation is
shrinking. A recent poll by a major online travel company
reveals that Americans took 10 percent less vacation time in
2003 than in 2002, and one in five felt guilty for taking a
vacation from work. However, one segment of the population
has found a way around the shrinking American vacation
— timeshare owners.
A study of 844 U.S. timeshare owners and non-owners
was conducted between September and October 2003 by
Ragatz Associates, the leading market research firm in the
vacation ownership industry.The study revealed that 93 percent
of timeshare owners in the United States have taken at
least one pleasure trip during the past year involving one or
more nights away from home, compared with 77 percent of
non-owners. In addition, 53 percent of U.S. timeshare owners
reported taking at least one pleasure trip during the past
year involving seven or more nights away from home, compared
with only 43 percent of non-timeshare owners.
U.S. timeshare owners also report using more of their
available vacation time.They use, on average, 17.3 days of
paid vacation per year (84 percent) compared with only
14.3 days for non-timeshare owners (77 percent). In addition,
timeshare owners are more satisfied with their use of
paid vacation time. Sixty-five percent reported being very
satisfied with the amount of time they will use compared to
56 percent of non-owners.
“These findings suggest that U.S. timeshare owners take
more vacations, and longer vacations,” said Steve Miner,
director of research, Ragatz Associates. Miner speculated
that one reason timeshare owners take longer vacations is
the fact that they have already paid for their vacation
accommodations.“Additionally, timeshare owners who
belong to an exchange company are always encouraged to
begin planning their next vacation, encouraging regular use
of their vacation time,” Miner said.
Vacation Time: How the
United States Stacks Up
Country
Vacation Days
Mandated by Law
Sweden 25
Spain 25
France 25
Germany 24
Italy 20
Switzerland 20
United Kingdom 20
Greece 20
Japan 10
Canada 10
United States 0
Sources: European Industrial Relations Observatory,
World Tourism Organization; Los Angeles Times
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MYRTLE BEACH
3 Days & 2 Nights Escape
• 2 nights hotel accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children (under
age 18) at the Best Western Carolinian Beach, Patricia Grand or
comparable area hotel rated 3 stars or higher
• $25 Dinner Certificate to Preston’s Seafood, Mad Boar Brewery or a
comparable area restaurant
• 2 Show Tickets to your choice of shows such as Alabama Theatre,
Legends in Concert or comparable area show (retail value up to $126)
only $ 89per package
Mention Offer Code: OWN1303
Save up to $385 Retail value: $141-$474
depending on room availability and travel dates selected
PALM SPRINGS
3 Days & 2 Nights Escape
• 2 nights hotel accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children (under
age 18) at the Spa Resort Hotel or comparable area hotel
PLUS,YOUR CHOICE OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• $50 in Dining Credits redeemable at The Grand Palms Buffet, Oasis
Buffet or the Stage Deli & Café located in the Spa Resort Casino and the
Aqua Caliente Casino OR
• $50 Gaming Voucher OR
• 2 Taking of the Waters Spa Gift Certificates. Enjoy an all-day pass
at the Spa & Fitness Center in the Spa Resort Casino. (Retail value $70)
only $ 129per package
Mention Offer Code: OWN1304
Save up to $352 Retail value: $168-$408
depending on room availability, incentive and travel dates selected
WILLIAMSBURG
3 Days & 2 Nights Escape
BRANSON
3 Days & 2 Nights Escape
• 2 nights hotel accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children (under
age 18) at the Howard Johnson,Travelodge at the Falls or comparable
area hotel rated 3 stars or higher
• 2 Tickets to your choice of entertainment at live entertainment
venues featuring the very best in country and popular music. Choose the
Dixie Stampede ® , Jim Stafford Show or The Platters ® , just to name a few.
Or experience rip-roaring rides and entertainment at Silver Dollar City ® .
(Retail value up to $83)
• $30 Dinner Certificate to a popular area restaurant such as Red
Lobster, Olive Garden, Chili’s or Macaroni Grill
• $25 Tanger Mall Shopping Certificate
only $ 69per package
Mention Offer Code: OWN1301
Save up to $263 Retail value: $162-$332
depending on room availability, incentive and travel dates selected
FORT LAUDERDALE
3 Days & 2 Nights Escape
• 2 nights hotel accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children (under
age 18) at the Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek,Westin Fort Lauderdale or
comparable area hotel rated 3 stars or higher
PLUS,YOUR CHOICE OF ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• $50 Dining Certificate to a popular area restaurant such as Red
Lobster, Olive Garden, Chili’s or Macaroni Grill OR
• A Dinner Cruise for 2 aboard the legendary Jungle Queen. Catch
an intimate glimpse of Fort Lauderdale’s breathtaking waterfront mansions
as you cruise the Intracoastal Waterway and the New River.
Includes entertainment and all-you-can-eat barbecue ribs, chicken and
steamed shrimp. (Retail value $46) OR
• 2 Tickets to the Mai-Kai Polynesian Dinner Show. The Mai-Kai
authentically recreates a Polynesian Village.You’ll be entertained by native
Polynesian dancers in colorful costumes. (Retail value $53)
• 2 nights hotel accommodations for 2 adults and 2 children (under
age 18) at the Comfort Inn King George, Country Inn & Suites or comparable
area hotel
• $30 Dining Certificate to Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant, featuring
an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet, or comparable area restaurant
• A Williamsburg VIP Coupon Book with hundreds of dollars in
“percent-off” discount coupons to use during your vacation from area
restaurants and attractions
PLUS,YOUR CHOICE OF EITHER:
• Colonial Williamsburg ® Colonial Sampler Tickets (retail value $66)
OR
• 2 Tickets to Busch Gardens ® – open seasonally (retail value $85)
only $ 59per package
Mention Offer Code: OWN1302
Save up to $395 Retail value: $174-$454
depending on room availability, incentive and travel dates selected
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Orlando, FL 32819
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only $ 99per package
Mention Offer Code: OWN1305
Save up to $322 Retail value: $182-$420
depending on room availability, incentive and travel dates selected
These Fairfield mini-getaways provide the perfect opportunity for
you to leave the world behind in style. Call 800-274-4001 to make
your reservation and mention the offer code.
See page 20 for terms & conditions for these offers.