Welcome to Festiva Adventure Club!
Welcome to Festiva Adventure Club, a family of boutique interval ownership resorts located in some of the 
most sought after destinations in the United States and Caribbean. Since its formation in 2000, Festiva Adventure Club has become one of the most successful privately held vacation ownership companies in the country. In an industry where large, publicly held corporations have recently begun to dominate, Festiva has carved out a niche in a number of prime vacation markets. Festiva Adventure Club began with one resort and 500 members and has now grown to 24 resorts, four Cruise Club destinations and the Festiva Adventure Club with nearly 55,000 members overall.
When it comes to vacations, many of us share a wide range of time-honored traditions. Celebrations such as fireworks on the 4th of July, family reunions and romantic anniversary getaways go hand-in-hand with desirable destinations. With Festiva Adventure Club you have the ability to vacation year after year to extraordinary locations around the world, from the exotic Caribbean to the Deep South to the Ozark Mountains. So set aside some time for a fun-filled family gathering, a getaway with close friends or an intimate journey for two. However you spend your time away from your normal routine, you will always have great times to remember at Festiva Adventure Club.
Archived News Articles
September 2011 News
We would like to remind all Festiva owners and members to take extreme caution when you are contacted by someone claiming to have a buyer for your timeshare, or who will sell it for a guaranteed amount. These solicitations typically come in the form of phone calls, e-mails or mailings of postcards or flyers.
Please note that Festiva is not affiliated with any resale company, and we never provide resale companies with any personal information about our owners and members. If you are contacted by any company other than Festiva, particularly if they claim to be affiliated with Festiva, please contact Member Services immediately at 866-933-7848 or memberservices@festiva.travel with as much information as possible about the company or individual who contacted you.
For more information about timeshare resales including consumer advisories, please visit the American Resort Development Association's Resale Guidelines or the ARDA-ROC Timeshare Resale Resource Center.
August 2011 News
Festiva Hospitality Group is pleased to announce that we have purchased the development rights, unsold inventory and management company at Coconut Malorie. Beginning September 1, Festiva Management Group will assume management of the property. Coconut Malorie will be the newest vacation option for Festiva Adventure Club members, and approximately 1600 weeks owners will be added to Festiva's member base with this acquisition. Click here to read more.
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Please click the image below to view the Summer 2011 Issue of Journeys! Journeys is produced by Festiva's Communications department at no cost to you and is one step we are taking to better communicate with our members about news and updates at our properties and within the company. We hope that you enjoy this and all future issues. There is a chance to win a drawing for a free Flip Video Camera in this issue, so be sure to check it out!
Look for the Fall 2011 issue in October. To be sure that you receive notification of upcoming issues, or if you have any suggestions for features that you would like to see in the future, please send an e-mail to comments@festiva.travel. Visit our Press Room for previous issues of Journeys.
Summer 2011 News
We are thrilled with the progress that has been made on renovations, improvements and new construction at several of our properties including Blue Ridge Village in Banner Elk, NC; Paradise Harbour Club & Marina in Paradise Island, Bahamas; Ellington at Wachesaw Plantation East in Murrells Inlet, SC; and Church Street Inn in Charleston, SC. Please visit our Facebook page for photos of these updates!
April 2011 News
Please click the image below to view the April 2011 Issue of Journeys! Journeys is produced by Festiva's Communications department at no cost to you and is one step we are taking to better communicate with our members about news and updates at our properties and within the company. We hope that you enjoy this and all future issues. There is a chance to win a drawing for a free Flip Video Camera in this issue, so be sure to check it out!
Look for the Summer 2011 issue in July. To be sure that you receive notification of upcoming issues, or if you have any suggestions for features that you would like to see in the future, please send an e-mail to comments@festiva.travel. Visit our Press Room for previous issues of Journeys.
March 2011 News
Attention Festiva Hospitality Group owners and members:
If you have been contacted by anyone claiming to be a Stormy Point Village employee representing Festiva and Stormy Point and offering to rent or sell your timeshare, OR if you have been contacted by a company called Timeshares by Owner, please be aware and click here for important information.
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To help you plan for your summer Festiva Vacation, please visit our Festiva Destination Events Calendar page for events happening in Festiva’s resort locations April – June 2011.
February 2011 News
For the past several years Stormy Point Village in Branson, MO, has been occupied by two developer entities that have essentially shared the management and operations of the property; Festiva Hospitality Group and Branson-based Summer Winds Resorts. After months of discussion, Festiva has made a business decision that we believe will provide long-term benefits for both the resort and its owners. As of Tuesday, February 15, Festiva has sold the assets that we controlled at Stormy Point Village to Summer Winds Resorts. Additionally, the Stormy Point Village Association is now controlled and managed by Summer Winds Resorts.
This does not have a major impact on the overall structure or operations of Festiva, and Stormy Point Village will continue to be a part of the network of resorts available to Festiva Adventure Club members.
However, there will be some changes that affect deeded owners at Stormy Point Village. We have sent all Stormy Point Village owners a an e-mail and a letter with full details of these changes and how they are affected immediately and in the long term.
Stormy Point owners or guests with any questions or comments about the resort prior to, during or after your stay should contact Summer Winds Resorts Customer Service toll-free at 855-201-8308 or 800-699-3250 or by e-mail at mysummerwinds@summerwindsresorts.com.
January 2011 News
Festiva's 2010 Annual Report has been redesigned and is incorporated into the January 2011 issue of our quarterly magazine Journeys. While Journeys is typically available only online, we are printing a few hard copies of this issue of Journeys that you can pick up on your next visit to one of our resorts. Journeys is produced by Festiva's Communications department at no cost to you and is one step we are taking to better communicate with our members about news and updates at our properties and within the company. We hope that you enjoy this and all future issues. Look for the Spring 2011 issue in April. To be sure that you receive notification of upcoming issues, or if you have any suggestions for features that you would like to see in the future, please send an e-mail to comments@festiva.travel.
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To make your vacation planning a bit easier, we want to help you keep up to date on the latest events in our resort destinations. Please click here to visit the Festiva Destinations January – March 2011 Events Calendars. You can also find more information about local attractions, restaurants and events on each resort’s website.
December 2010 News
We are please to announce that Festiva’s 7th Annual Holiday Charity Auction was more successful than ever this year. Employees in Festiva’s corporate headquarters raised $15,000 for a local Asheville charity. Please click below to learn more.
Festiva Hospitality Group Employees Raise $15,000 For Charity
November 2010 News
Please take note of the following dates that Festiva's Owner Services department will be closed for upcoming holidays.
- Thu. Nov. 25
- Fri. Nov. 26
- Sat. Nov. 27
- Thu. Dec. 23
- Fri. Dec. 24
- Sat. Dec. 25
- Fri. Dec. 31
Unless otherwise announced, all other days will be regular hours of operation. Festiva's Owner Services department operates on Eastern Standard Time and is always closed on Sundays.
October 2010 News
We are thrilled to bring you the second issue of Journeys, Festiva Hospitality Group’s quarterly magazine.
Journeys touches on a variety of topics including news from Festiva’s corporate headquarters, featured Festiva resort destinations, timeshare industry updates, travel information and more! Some highlights in the Fall 2010 issue include:
- Corporate News
- Loyalty Program Update
- Tips for exchanging with Interval International and RCI
- Special Assessment Information & FAQs
- Much more!
We are always looking for new ideas, so if there is something you would like to see in future issues, please send an e-mail to comments@festiva.travel.
Click on the image below to view the October 2010 issue of Journeys, and visit our press room to view older news including the July 2010 Journeys.
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We’ve had requests from several of our members to publish a list of handicap units available at each of our resorts. Click here for a comprehensive list of all of our resorts and the types of access available.
July 2010 News
We are thrilled to bring you the very first issue of Journeys, Festiva Hospitality Group’s quarterly magazine.
Journeys will touch on a variety of topics including news from Festiva’s corporate headquarters, featured Festiva resort destinations, timeshare industry updates, travel information and more!
We are always looking for new ideas, so if there is something you would like to see in the Fall issue, please send an e-mail to comments@festiva.travel.
Click on the image below to view the July 2010 issue of Journeys.
June 2010 News
We have posted an update on the Atrium Resort’s website at www.festiva-atrium.com regarding the recent court decision in St. Maarten. Atrium owners have been sent an e-mail containing the password to the official document linked on that page.
April 2010 News
Festiva Hospitality Group is pleased to bring you our 2009 Annual Report. This year we are featuring Festiva’s resort destinations along with Adventure Club updates and general company information. You can choose to view the annual report here or to download a print-ready PDF version.
March 2010 News
Welcome aboard one of Festiva Sailing Vacations' Lagoon 440 Catamaran Yachts. Enjoy this inside look at one of our boats to get a better feel for what to expect on your next Festiva Sailing Vacation.
Click here for more information about Festiva Sailing Vacations
November 2009 News
We are proud to introduce a new program that offers exciting benefits to a select group of members. Any Festiva Hospitality Group member who has purchased 8,000 or more annual points is automatically a part of the Festiva Hospitality Group Loyalty Program at absolutely no cost. Loyalty Program members have access to several benefits based on their number of points including extended reservation windows, free Relaxing Retreats, accommodations upgrades and more! Members who purchased 8,000 points or more prior to October 19, 2009, will be receiving more information about the Loyalty Program by mail.
October 2009 News
A press release yesterday from the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) highlights the resiliency of the timeshare and vacation ownership industry even in a tough economy.
“Although overall sales continue to reflect the national trend of lower consumer spending, timeshare owners continue to enjoy their pre-paid timeshare vacations, with an 80 percent occupancy rate and an 86 percent product approval rate. This compares with a 60.4 percent hotel occupancy rate, according to Smith Travel Research.”
Families who vacation at timeshare resorts can also save hundreds of dollars or more per week by buying groceries and preparing most of their meals in their unit, taking advantage of discounts to area attractions offered at the front desk, and using the amenities and activities provided right on the property, for little to no cost.
Click here to read the full press release from ARDA, or leave a comment on our Blog to let us know how you have saved money during your Festiva Hospitality Group vacation!
August 2009 News
Festiva Sailing Vacations announces new base location: Cancun and The Yucatan
Beginning November 15, 2009, Festiva Sailing Vacations and the Festiva Cruise Club will begin setting sail from northern Cancun. We will explore the coastal islands of Isla Mujeres, Isla Contoy, Boca Iglesias and the exciting beaches of Cancun!
July 2009 News
Festiva Adventure Club’ Main Street Inn & Spa has been recognized for the second year in a row by Fodor’s Travel, the foremost name in travel publishing, as a 2009 Fodor’s Choice selection. This distinction represents a remarkable achievement and recognizes Main Street Inn & Spa as a leader in its field for service, quality, and value in the 2009 year. Read more on the Festiva Adventure Club Blog!
Ellington at Wachesaw Plantation East has received a Gold Star of Excellence award for 2009 from the Myrtle Beach Area Hospitality Association.
This award is given to resorts and other area accommodations that have received no customer complaints regarding the cleanliness of the property.
Congratulations to all of the staff at Ellington, particularly the housekeeping department, for all of your hard work in keeping the resort at such high standards for our owners, members and guests.
To see what’s happening in the Myrtle Beach area, go to Visit Myrtle Beach online.
May/June 2009 Festiva Adventure Club Member News
We are aware that several members of the Equivest Vacation & Travel Club (EVTC) have questions and concerns about the 2007 acquisition of the Club by Festiva Adventure Club, as well as the current state and the future outlook of the Club. We do want to engage members and we have a goal of providing better communication to Equivest members.
As mentioned in our 2007 Annual Report, we agreed with the previous owner’s efforts to retire the Equivest name. As the Peppertree name has been used in the past and is connected to several of the affiliated resorts, going forward, the name Peppertree Vacation and Travel Club (PVTC) will be used.
As a result of a meeting between one concerned Peppertree Club member and Festiva Adventure Club’ President and Vice President of Member Services, an advisory committee of three Club members has been formed. The first meeting of the committee took place May 6, 2009, and open discussions of global issues confronting the membership of PVTC took place so that we could explore plausible solutions.
This committee is not formed by, funded by, managed by, or in any other way affiliated with Festiva Adventure Club, but is a volunteer organization of concerned PVTC members working to protect the interests of all members as well as the value of the Peppertree Vacation & Travel Club. It is an autonomous group and not a legal entity, and committee members are free to express any and all issues.
The committee as a group has agreed not to deal with individual nuances or events. Instead the focus will be on acquiring information and understanding for the group as a whole. The advisory committee solicits input from members of the PVTC community but requests that your input represents issues that seem to be common among multiple members, and are not individual grievances.
We are already seeing positive results from the first meeting of the advisory committee. Please visit the new section of our website specifically for PVTC members. In the meantime if you have any questions, please visit the Q & A page of the Festiva Adventure Club Blog.
An e-mail with contact information for advisory committee members was recently sent to all members of the Peppertree Vacation & Travel Club. If you are a member of the PVTC and did not receive this e-mail, then we may not have your current contact information on file. Please write to us at myemail@festiva.travel with the subject line Peppertree Member and include your full name, e-mail address and any other contact information that may need updating.
2008 Annual Report
Festiva Adventure Club is pleased to bring you our 2008 Annual Report. This year, instead of printing and mailing the annual report, we have posted the full report in the Owners' section of our website for your viewing. There are several reasons for this change; primarily, to keep up with the digital age in which we all live today, to be more environmentally friendly, and to save costs on printing and postage. To access the 2008 Annual Report on our website, please log in to the Owners' section in the grey box above and follow the instructions provided. A valid e-mail address is required to access the online version of the annual report.
Attention Festiva Adventure Club owners and members:
If you have been contacted by a company called “Buyback Listings” or “buybacklisting.com” claiming to represent Festiva Adventure Club as a resale department, please be aware and click here for important information.
