There has been a lot of buzz in the travel industry about Wyndham’s recent acquisition of Shell Vacation Club. Many people are curious about what this means for current Shell Vacation Club members and what changes they can expect moving forward. Let’s take a closer look at the details of this acquisition.
What Is the Shell Vacation Club?
Shell Vacation Club is a vacation ownership program that offers members access to over 20 resorts across North America. Members purchase points that can be used to book stays at these resorts, with options ranging from studio apartments to three-bedroom villas.
Who Is Wyndham?
Wyndham is a global hospitality company that operates several hotel brands, including Ramada, Days Inn, and Super 8. They also have their own vacation ownership program, Wyndham Vacation Ownership, which includes over 200 resorts worldwide.
The Acquisition
In August 2018, Wyndham announced its acquisition of Shell Vacation Club from its parent company, ILG Inc. The deal was worth $100 million and included the transfer of approximately 100,000 club members.
What Does This Mean for Shell Vacation Club Members?
For current Shell Vacation Club members, the acquisition means access to even more vacation options through Wyndham’s vast network of resorts. Members will also have access to Wyndham’s exchange program, which allows them to trade their points for stays at other Wyndham resorts around the world.
Changes Moving Forward
While it is still early days in terms of how the two programs will fully integrate with each other, some changes have already been announced. For example:
- Shell Vacation Club members will now be able to use their points to book stays at select Wyndham resorts.
- Wyndham Vacation Ownership members will have access to select Shell Vacation Club resorts.
- Shell Vacation Club members will now have access to Wyndham’s exchange program, as mentioned above.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the acquisition of Shell Vacation Club by Wyndham is good news for both companies and their members. With a wider range of vacation options and the ability to exchange points between programs, members can look forward to even more flexibility in their travel plans. It will be interesting to see how the two programs continue to evolve and integrate with each other in the coming months and years.