LONDON, Aug. 10, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Interval International, a leading global provider of vacation services and an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group (Nasdaq:IILG), announced the addition of Accor Vacation Club Freshwater Point Resort Broadbeach to its vacation exchange network. Located in Queensland, Australia, the resort is situated on the Gold Coast, one of the country's top places to visit. There are now 21 properties within the Club that are affiliated with Interval.
The mixed-use resort has 225 units decorated to reflect the urban setting, with sleek finishes, modern art, and floor-to-ceiling windows. On-site amenities include a heated swimming pool and barbeque area; a spa, sauna, and steam room; a children's pool; a fully equipped gymnasium and a game room. The resort also owns six private marina berths, where members can board water taxis to visit local attractions or hop on jet skis.
The Broadbeach area is known for its extensive network of inland canals, and Freshwater Point is situated on one of the many canals that connect to the system. It's located just minutes from the pristine Broadbeach, Conrad Jupiter's Casino, the restaurant precinct, and one of Gold Coast's most popular shopping centres, Pacific Fair. Visitors also can enjoy theme parks, golf, more than 100 restaurants, and a vibrant nightlife.
"Broadbeach is often regarded as the cosmopolitan heart of the Gold Coast," says Joe Hickman, Interval International's executive director for Asia Pacific, "and with attractions for all ages just a short drive away, this will make a perfect holiday destination for families."
A short drive inland is where visitors can enjoy national parks, rain forests and spectacular rural scenery. Eco-tours are available and are the best way to see a diverse variety of wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, platypus, and various reptiles and frogs. For those wanting to get their feet wet, the Gold Coast is the place for surfing at Surfers Paradise, which has been voted one of the best beaches in the world by the Travel Channel.
"The Gold Coast has it all, from relaxing sun-drenched beaches and exciting adventure tours, to exquisite dining and renowned local entertainment," says Tracie Sakrzewski, Accor Vacation Club's Executive Director of Member and Resort Services, "All combine to create a memorable hotspot for our Members."
About Interval International
Interval International operates membership programs for vacation owners and provides value-added services to its developer clients worldwide. Based in Miami, Florida, the company has been a pioneer and innovator in serving the vacation ownership market for more than 33 years. Today, Interval has a network of approximately 2,500 resorts in more than 75 countries and offers its resort clients and about 2 million member families high-quality products and programs through offices in 26 cities in 16 countries. Interval is an operating segment of Interval Leisure Group, Inc. (Nasdaq:IILG), a leading global provider of membership and leisure services to the vacation industry.
About Accor Vacation Club
Accor Vacation Club is an exciting, innovative and flexible holiday ownership club providing Members with the opportunity for a lifetime of great holidays worldwide.
Accor Vacation Club is Australia's first hotel branded holiday ownership club commencing operations in 2000. The Club's operator is part of the Accor Hospitality Group, the largest and fastest growing hotel management group in the Pacific Region with operations across 16 countries, covering a full spectrum of locations and hotel styles, from luxury to budget and employing over 24,000 people.