Global Vice President, The Registry Collection program

Backpacking is one of my many passions. I am fortunate to be part of a group of likeminded dads who plan all year, train for months and then hike for one week annually in some of the most beautiful parts of the United States. Over the past 10 years, our group has trekked everywhere from Alaska to the Appalachian – each trip just as enjoyable and unique as the next. In between these logistically challenging backpacking events we all do hikes of varying lengths and di� culty with Boy Scouts or our families, but always with the hope of experiencing new places. It’s a great way to see our country or any country you live in for that matter. Slowing down to truly take in all the nature around you is one of life’s rewards.

� is past September our group of eight spent a week in Wyoming on the Wind River Range at 10,000 feet. It was quite possibly the most beautiful scenery I’ve seen in the continental U.S. and the weather was perfect until a surprise snow storm forced us to scramble o� the mountain early. With our extra free days we played tourists in nearby Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park, ending our trip with a visit to the fabulous Teton Club in Teton Village, a resort a� liated with The Registry Collection.

It wasn’t just because our group had been sleeping on the ground and eating freeze-dried food for � ve days that we were excited to spend one night at this paradise resort in the mountains. It was truly amazing. Located right on the lift line at the base of this world-class ski resort makes it a prime position during ski season. But its location, breathtaking views, accommodations and service make it a four-season destination. I spoke with both Teton Club owners and The Registry Collection members on their vacation exchange in the lobby lounge and neither couple could think of a more perfect spot from which to base in the fall season. Speaking of service, I spent some time with Terry Moon, the resort concierge, who helped us with dinner suggestions. His is an amazing story. He is now going to college to become a big animal vet, which is in high demand out there. But prior to that he was a professional roller derby athlete!

If a week of long hikes in the mountains of Wyoming isn’t for you and a day of hiking or biking is more your pleasure, then you owe it to yourself to spend a week in the Texas Hill County. Between San Antonio, Austin and points due west, you can � nd some of the most beautiful rolling hills in the U.S. And a great place to base out of is one of our newest a� liated resorts - Stablewood Springs in Hunt. With winter high temperatures in the low 60’s (°Fahrenheit), it is ideal weather to spend active days outside. Day trips to nearby Austin with its amazing music scene will create a memorable vacation.

Most of us are preparing for shorter and cooler days ahead and what always promises to be a busy holiday season. We all have our to-do list before year’s end and plans to make for 2014. But I challenge you to take some time to plan a visit to one of your country’s national or regional parks to experience a change of pace from our busy lives. Whether you carry a 50-pound backpack or a picnic basket doesn’t matter. It’s spending time with your friends and family outside, surrounded by nature in crisp, clear air that will reset your compass for the year ahead.

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Terry Moon (l) of Member Services lets us know everything is going great at the Teton Club in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. After backpacking in the nearby Bridger-Teton National Forest, Gregg and his fellow hikers visited this perennial Registry Collection member favorite.

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Featured Destination:

Featured Collection Partner

Stablewood Spring Resort, Hunt, TexasVisitors to beautiful Hunt, Texas, will be thrilled to � nd wide open spaces to explore and Stablewood Spring Resort is the ideal location to experience it all. Set on 140 acres of private ranch land , the property boasts unbeatable views and unrivaled accommodations.

Stablewood Spring allows you to experience hill country � rst hand on seven-miles of trails, where you can hike, mountain bike or trail run. While taking in the revitalizing scenery, you may even get a glimpse of the region’s diverse wildlife which includes deer, wild turkey and a variety of birds.

With the Guadalupe River in your backyard, you can enjoy a wide array of watersports, or choose to � sh in the property’s stocked � shing ponds. � e area also o� ers plenty to do, including visiting local wineries, taking in a rodeo and visiting � e Alamo, which is less than an hour’s drive from the property. Golfers will relish the guest privileges at the Riverhill Country Club’s Byron Nelson Championship course, found along groves of century-old oak trees with scenic water features.

At Stablewood Spring Resort, you will have space to relax in a two- or three-bedroom villa with a fully-equipped kitchen and separate dining area. � e accommodations have private terraces, where you can take in the gorgeous views of the surrounding area over a cup of co� ee as you watch the sunrise or take in the sunset with an evening glass of wine. Some of the villas also have a gas � replace and outdoor grill.

For dining, the onsite Antler Grill o� ers � ne and casual dining, with sweeping views of the countryside. � e property’s two pools o� er all-day fun with an adult pool featuring a 32-foot vanishing edge that � ows over a rock wall into the 3,000-square-foot family pool below. � e family pool also has a 75-foot lap lane and a 32-foot waterslide. Later, relax in the outdoor hot tub overlooking beautiful hill country.

Priority Pass Traveling is one of the greatest pleasures in life, but getting to your destination can be stressful and exhausting. Priority Pass, one of The Registry Collection program’s Collection Partners, makes airport travel far less daunting by allowing you to escape into an executive lounge while you wait for your � ight. With a range of lounges in more than 300 cities around the world, Priority Pass is the world’s largest independent airport lounge program. Within the spacious, well-furnished lounges, you are able to enjoy complimentary wi-� access, newspapers and magazines, and drinks and snacks. For more information, visit the Collection Partner section of � eRegistryCollection.com.

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Coming soon: Credit Protection

Sample Availability � e Sample Availability page on our website is the place to � nd a quick list of properties currently available for exchange. � is helpful vacation planning tool, which is updated at the start of each business day, o� ers at-a-glance information on properties that are currently available for exchange.

From our Sample Availability page, � e Registry Collection® program is pleased to highlight seven outstanding properties, each o� ering the � nest in luxury vacation stays. You can learn more about availability of these or any of our other properties by clicking on Current Sample Availability at www.theregistrycollection.com, or if you prefer, you may contact a Reservation Consultant.

In response to member feedback, The Registry Collection will be introducing an exclusive member-only bene� t that will allow you to purchase Credit Protection for future vacations. When Credit Protection is purchased within the speci� ed timeframe, you can change or cancel your vacation plans for any reason and regain 100% of your credits to be used on your next exchange. **Credit Protection may not be available for purchase for some reservations.  Contact your Reservation Consultant for more details.

Upcoming changes to our Cancellation Policy regarding fee forfeiture and credit forfeiture will take e� ect on Jan. 1, 2014. Please see The Registry Collection 2013-2014 Disclosure Guide, also located on our website at � eRegistryCollection.com.

Tell us about your trip!Have you traveled with us recently? As a member of The Registry Collection program, you can now share your experiences with other members as well as save your favorite resorts on � eRegistryCollection.com. Start by creating an account today on the website. � en let us know about your latest visit with a review!

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Member Testimonial

Teton Village, Wyoming, famous for its dramatic mountain scenery, frontier-town ambiance and world-class skiing, is home to Teton Club, one of the properties available to you through The Registry Collection program.

� e property o� ers luxurious amenities while blending with the mountain town feel of the area, giving you a vacation � lled with rustic splendor. Here, visitors can enjoy the country-club amenities and � ve-star service with access to the great outdoors for � y-� shing, mountain hiking or whitewater rafting. And, the Teton Club is part of the bustling Teton Village resort town with endless activities and entertainment.

Steven O., member of The Registry Collection program since 2007, recently visited the Teton Club and came back raving:

“� e Teton Club was the perfect property for exploring the surrounding areas of Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone. After a long day of sightseeing and hiking it was perfect to come back to the Teton Club and sit in one of their outstanding outdoor rock hot tubs with a glass of wine. � e small town of Teton Village provided most of what we needed without having to go into downtown Jackson. � e new Roadside Brew Pub was fantastic! Good beer and food!”

• Club Paradiso Suites in Dubai• Fortina Residences in Malta • Club Paradiso-Platinum Yachts in Tenerife• Vilnius Golf and Spa Resort in Lithunia • Fairmont Heritage Place Franz Klammer Lodge in Colorado • Claybrook at Sugarbush in Vermont and LeBear Luxury Resort Club in Michigan

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Q&A

Q: The Registry Collection website is displaying outdated information when I use my computer. How can I make sure that I’m receiving the most updated information?

A: Because The Registry Collection website is updated often, you may need to delete the cache � les in your computer. Deleting cache � les prevents your computer from accessing outdated web pages. If you need assistance with this process, please feel free to email inquiry@registry-collection.com with the name of the browser you are currently using (Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, etc.). Our customer service representatives will be happy to send you step-by-step instructions to delete your browsing history.

Tips from a Consultant

The Registry Collection properties are all unique and provide a wide variety of vacation experiences for our members. We have some resorts with a large ownership base and multiple locations such as � e VIDA Group consisting of � e Grand Mayan, � e Grand Bliss and � e Grand Luxxe. � ese are found at Mexico’s most highly sought-after destinations like Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco and the Rivera Maya. � ey have expansive facilities, are family-oriented, and because we have so many members owning at the group’s properties they are more available for exchange than smaller resorts.

Others, like � e Edgartown Residence Club on Martha’s Vineyard or Le Bear Luxury Residential Club Resort in Glen Arbor, Michigan, are smaller, more intimate resorts with far fewer accommodations but we do sometimes get matches for those who enjoy o� -peak travel times. We encourage our members to consider great vacations other than the traditional beach and ski locations. � e Owners Club at the Homestead in Hotsprings, Virginia. and � e Owners Club at Barton Creek near Austin, Texas are two such outstanding options in beautiful locales with many fun activities for the entire family.

We also have all-inclusive properties for those who appreciate pampered service. All-inclusive exchange options have concierge services, � ne dining, and organized activities to make for a truly hassle-free and relaxing vacation for everyone in the family.

Please take the time to read our resort pro� les and view the photos that are found on our website. You can also explore our many properties labeled Future Destination Properties and dream about the vacation you can enjoy in the future. One note regarding Future Destination Properties - we are not able to waitlist for those locations until they actually are ready to accept guests, and we are not able to predict with absolute certainty when they will open. We appreciate your patience, and certainly understand your excitement about visiting the amazing resorts that may open soon!

Happy travels!Randy — Reservation Consultant The Registry Collection Program