RCI Welcomes Lake Marion, SC and Steamboat Springs, CO to Network

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. March 12, 2009

MARCH 12, 2009 - RCI, the global leader in vacation exchange and one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies (NYSE: WYN), today announced new resort affiliations in two highly sought-after popular destinations.

The new resort affiliates are Wyndham Vacation Resorts Lake Marion in Santee, S.C., and Wyndham Vacation Resorts Steamboat Springs in Steamboat Springs, Colo.

"We are very pleased to welcome the Lake Marion and Steamboat Springs resorts into the RCI network," said Geoff Ballotti, president and CEO, Group RCI. "These beautiful resorts offer our more than 3.8 million members year-round access to some of the most scenic and renowned areas for both golf and ski. They are tremendous additions to RCI's collection of over 4,000 top quality vacation destinations."

Lake Marion is a picturesque, year-round destination that offers guests the opportunity to relax on a beautiful lake popular for its water activities, including fishing, boating, swimming and water skiing. Deemed one of the nation's golf meccas, guests can also play a round of golf at the area's championship courses. Centrally located near I-95 with convenient access to such day-trip destinations as Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, Charleston and Columbia, the area boasts great hiking trails, state parks and shops.

After a day of exploring nearby shops or participating in the area's outdoor activities, guests can retire to a selection of two- and three-bedroom standard or three-bedroom Presidential condominium-style units. Each is fully-furnished with a full kitchen, dining area, garden tub, washer and dryer, and offers pristine views of the Santee South Carolina State Park. For those guests who prefer to lounge around the premises, once fully completed, the resort will have a swimming pool, clubhouse, tennis courts and boat slips available for rent with access to Lake Marion.

Steamboat Springs is situated in the heart of ski country and is a year-round destination with the tradition of the Western United States matched with beautiful scenery and numerous outdoor activities. The design of Steamboat Springs reflects the character of the area by incorporating rustic wood elements and deep earth tones throughout the interiors of the mountain-themed resort. The resort includes spacious one-, two- and three-bedroom units in addition to two- and three-bedroom Presidential units. The beautifully arrayed units include amenities such as a full kitchen, living room, entertainment center and gas fireplace. The resort complex itself boasts a relaxing lounge area, game room, sauna, outdoor spas and indoor and outdoor pools. For those looking for even more active adventures on site, there is an arcade, sports court and playground to enjoy.

Recently named the "#1 Family Ski Resort in the West" by SKI Magazine, Steamboat Springs is an ideal destination for skiing, tubing, snowmobiling and snowboarding in the winter months as well as hiking, mountain biking and fly fishing in the summer. Visitors can explore several natural hot springs throughout the area or, for a change of pace, visit the town's charming shops and restaurants.

For additional information on the value-added services offered to leisure real estate developers by Group RCI visit www.grouprci.com.