Registry Collection Signs Four South African Properties
DECEMBER 1, 2008. The Registry Collection(R) program, the world's largest luxury exchange program and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands (NYSE: WYN), today announced a new affiliation with The Zorgvliet Private Residence Club. The club's four exclusive properties in South Africa will become part of The Registry Collection's network of more than 100 luxury accommodations.
The Zorgvliet Private Residence Club's flagship property is situated in the heart of the Western Cape winelands - the Zorgvliet Vineyard Lodge & Spa. This historic farm dates back to 1692 and is situated in the beautiful Banhoek Valley outside Stellenbosch. The Ka'Ingo Private Reserve & Spa is an 8 700 hectare game reserve in the Waterberg region. Situated in Limpopo, the Dikweng Safari Camp, will be developed to the same standards. On the banks of the Vaal River near Vereeniging is the fourth Zorgvliet property, the Riviera on Vaal Hotel & Country Club. Properties in the Zorgvliet Private Residence Club have received the luxury five-star grading from the South African Tourism Grading Council.
Wayne Grews, Managing Director of Group RCI (Africa) says, "Our new affiliation with the Zorgvliet properties adds four exclusive new destinations in South Africa to The Registry Collection's outstanding global network of over 100 luxury resorts - for our 30,000 members throughout the world to enjoy. We are honoured to have been chosen by Mac van der Merwe to be Zorgvliet's preferred luxury portfolio exchange provider."
All four properties are well-situated throughout South Africa offering a diverse selection of experiences to the more discerning traveler. "The Zorgvliet Private Residence Club properties are more than a destination for any member - they create a true multi-faceted experience," says Mac van der Merwe, Chief Executive Officer of the Zorgvliet Group. "These four properties offer guests a unique experience where the abundance and beauty of the surrounding areas are equaled only by the luxury of our quality and service. We chose to affiliate with The Registry Collection because we share a passion for offering exceptional, exclusive five-star products and cast-iron standards" concludes the entrepreneurial CEO, Mac van der Merwe.
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