New interval international "elite resort" designation

[OutAndAbout]

Here are details on the Resort Recognition Program

THE TIERS
By meeting our already-high affiliation standards and being accepted into our network, all of Interval's member resorts are recognized for their quality. Those recognized as Interval International Elite Resorts, Interval International Premier Resorts and Interval International Select Resorts exceed our affiliation requirements.​

Interval International Elite Resorts

Interval International Elite Resorts are the very best of Interval’s network, providing an extraordinary vacation experience, exceptional service, and luxurious features and appointments. They are identified by the lotus, a symbol of purity and perfection​
Program brochure.
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Interval International Premier Resorts

Interval International Premier Resorts, debuting as the highest level of recognition, provide an outstanding vacation experience, with state-of-the-art conveniences, and modern features and appointments. They are identified by the laurel, a symbol of distinction, high standards and status.​
Within this level of recognition, Premier Boutique Resorts provide an outstanding vacation experience, with excellent accommodations in desirable locations, and limited on-site amenities.
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Interval International Select Resorts

Interval International Select Resorts provide a great vacation experience, and are distinguished by a comfortable and homelike atmosphere. As such, they are identified by the pineapple, a centuries-old symbol of hospitality, welcome, friendliness, and warmth.​
Within this level of recognition,​Select Boutique Resorts provide a great vacation experience, with comfortable, homelike accommodations in desirable locations, and limited on-site amenities.​

 

[JudyS]

Here are details on the Resort Recognition Program

THE TIERS
By meeting our already-high affiliation standards and being accepted into our network, all of Interval's member resorts are recognized for their quality. Those recognized as Interval International Elite Resorts, Interval International Premier Resorts and Interval International Select Resorts exceed our affiliation requirements.​

Interval International Elite Resorts

Interval International Elite Resorts are the very best of Interval’s network, providing an extraordinary vacation experience, exceptional service, and luxurious features and appointments. They are identified by the lotus, a symbol of purity and perfection​
Program brochure.
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Huh, that's supposed to be a lotus? To me, it looks more like a tulip in bud. Or maybe some sort of ancient oil lamp.

 

[dioxide45]

Only a matter of time before II starts charging an upgrade fee for this.

If they started the unit size upgrade fee as a way to "protect" owners of larger units, it would make sense to do the same to "protect" owners of higher tier properties.

 

[youppi]

Only a matter of time before II starts charging an upgrade fee for this.

If they started the unit size upgrade fee as a way to "protect" owners of larger units, it would make sense to do the same to "protect" owners of higher tier properties.

And after that, it will be the seasons (TDI):rofl:

 

[alexadeparis]

As explained in another thread, more points by resort classification is already happening to some mini systems members, like Shell.

 

[NiteMaire]

While this doesn't completely answer the question, here's some insight from Perspective magazine:

http://perspectivemagazine.com/1111...ds-resort-recognition-program-with-elite-tier

The Interval International Elite Resort status is awarded based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative scoring elements, including:

A Quality Rating System (QRS) resort inspection conducted by LRA by Deloitte, a leader in the field of customer experience measurement

Elite Qualifying Criteria (EQC) points, based on multiple combined factors from location to luxurious features and appointments at the resort

A high Consumer Satisfaction Index (CSI) score

Additional considerations, such as positive consumer reviews on external travel and leisure sites.

[Edit] OutAndAbout has a link to a brochure above...it has a lot more detail on what is typically in an Elite resort.

Only four resorts in Orlando carry this designation. Of which, three are Marriott's; Grande Vista, Cyperss Harbour and Lakeshore Reserve. The only non Marriott is Sheraton Vistana Villages. Would be interesting to know what criteria II actually used to determine these this new classification.

 

[CoryW]

Has anyone found that with the new Elite resort classification, it's more difficult to get the properties with a Premiere deposit in high season? I got Marriott Newport Coast several years ago before this newish classification and have not been able to get it since.

However, I have not yet tested the wait until last 60 days to try and land the Elite properties during high season (summer). Instead we've just used our deposit for lower season stuff like the Marriott Park City last summer and such.

 

[pedro47]

I do not see any Diamond, Bluegreen, Westgate or Shell Resorts in this new classification.

 

[dioxide45]

I do not see any Diamond, Bluegreen, Westgate or Shell Resorts in this new classification.

This isn't a new classification, the thread is old.

 

[dioxide45]

Has anyone found that with the new Elite resort classification, it's more difficult to get the properties with a Premiere deposit in high season? I got Marriott Newport Coast several years ago before this newish classification and have not been able to get it since.

However, I have not yet tested the wait until last 60 days to try and land the Elite properties during high season (summer). Instead we've just used our deposit for lower season stuff like the Marriott Park City last summer and such.

I think it is just changing supply and demand. I was able to trade in to Newport Coast for next Memorial Day week, twice. Still not prime season.

 

[CoryW]

I think it is just changing supply and demand. I was able to trade in to Newport Coast for next Memorial Day week, twice. Still not prime season.

Interesting. Thanks for the information! I guess the true test is summertime for me since I have kids in school. Wonder if there's any chance of getting any of the Maui Kaanapali properties within 60 days during a summer?

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