RCI is one of the most popular vacation exchange platforms for timeshare owners around the world. With the ability to trade your points or weeks for stays at hundreds of resorts and hotels, vacation exchange is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the benefits of membership. You can use RCI for booking flights with your points and receiving incredible discounts on airfare.
- Booking Flights with RCI Travel
- What Determines How Many RCI Points I Will Receive?
- RCI Points Vs RCI Weeks
- What Brands Are Affiliated with RCI Flights?
- How to Use RCI Points For Flights
- How to Use RCI Points for Flights
- Buy RCI Timeshare Through Fidelity Real Estate
- Sell RCI Timeshare with Fidelity Real Estate
Booking Flights with RCI Travel
RCI Travel is RCI’s program that gives members the opportunity to save even more on car rentals, airfare and hotel stays. However, in order to become an RCI member and use RCI Travel, you must first own a timeshare. If you are already a member, RCI says you can log in to your account, and while booking your vacation, view rental car and airline options.
RCI is the largest vacation exchange network and is owned by Wyndham Destinations. Wyndham Destinations, a major force in the timeshare industry, is the world’s largest timeshare company. Under Wyndham’s umbrella, you’ll find well-known brands such as Club Wyndham, Club Wyndham Asia, Margaritaville Vacation Club, Shell Vacations Club, and WorldMark by Wyndham. Each of these travel clubs is known for offering distinctive experiences and luxurious accommodations around the globe.
With a presence in 110 countries and a nation of 3.8 million members, RCI is a travel exchange giant. The model is simple. Deposit your Points or Weeks into their network and use your converted points to book time at another RCI-affiliated resort.
What Determines How Many RCI Points I Will Receive?
When determining how many RCI points you’ll receive for your timeshare, several factors come into play. Timeshares located in highly sought-after destinations—think Orlando or Hawaii—tend to be worth more points due to higher demand. The size of your unit is also a big factor; a spacious two- or three-bedroom villa will net you more points than a compact studio. Timing is everything, too: owning during prime weeks like holidays or summer vacation typically boosts your points, while off-season weeks might fetch fewer.
Other factors that can impact your points value include how often you use your timeshare (annual versus biennial ownership) and the quality or rating of your home resort. All these elements are considered when you deposit your week or points into RCI, ultimately determining your trading power for booking stays at other resorts and getting discounts on flights.
RCI Points Vs RCI Weeks
With RCI, there are two main systems you’ll encounter: RCI Points and RCI Weeks. RCI Points can sometimes be spread out across multiple vacations in a year, giving you flexibility if you’re hoping to take several trips instead of one long getaway. RCI Weeks work more like the traditional timeshare model, but still offer a wide range of trading options within the RCI network.
What Brands Are Affiliated with RCI Flights?
RCI’s exchange network features popular vacation ownership brands, including:
- Wyndham Vacation Ownership
- Hilton Grand Vacations
- Bluegreen Vacations
- Holiday Inn Club Vacations
- Westgate Resorts
No matter which system you use, RCI’s massive network lets you explore destinations across the globe, making it easy to find the right vacation spot for your next adventure.
How to Use RCI Points For Flights
With RCI Points membership, you can use your points for discounts on airfare and flight tickets with RCI Points Partner companies. What’s more, you can book air tickets with as little as three days’ notice, making last-minute vacations as easy as ever. Choose from over 300 air carriers around the globe.
RCI Points members can use up to 33 percent of their points or 25,000 points (whichever is greater) for discounts on booking. According to RCI, in order to access airfare, car rentals, or hotel stays, you have to use your member login to access RCI Travel. RCI works with 300 airline partners to bring its members deals on flights so that members can exchange their points for airfare. Additionally, points may be used to discount flight costs.
| 12,500 points | $120 discount |
| 20,000 points | $180 discount |
| 25,000 points | $235 discount |
| 35,000 points | $340 discount |
| 45,000 points | $440 discount |
| 55,000 points | $540 discount |
| 70,000 points | $660 discount |
How to Use RCI Points for Flights
If you’re not already an RCI member through your affiliated resort, you’re missing out on countless benefits and perks to take advantage of. While you’re booking your vacation or exchanging your timeshare through RCI Travel, you can also purchase airline tickets. For complete flight information, login to RCI Travel or contact an RCI representative.
- Once you select a unit and dates you would like to reserve, there are options to book flights, car rentals, and more while you are checking out online RCI.com.
- If you already booked your trip on RCI.com and haven’t purchase flight tickets or booked a car rental yet, you can go to the “My Vacation Plans” page and click on the “Confirmed” tab to locate your booked vacation. From there, you will be able to find the option “Add Air/Car.”
- If you aren’t booking a vacation through RCI and just need standalone travel services, you can click on the “Air, Car, Cruise & More menu.
Airlines that are available for booking through RCI include American Airlines, Delta, United, Spirit, British Airways, and more. With a broad network of airline partners, RCI members can use their points to book flights on a wide range of domestic and international carriers. This flexibility means you’re not limited in your travel options. Whether you’re planning a quick getaway within the U.S. or embarking on an overseas adventure, you’ll find plenty of major airlines to choose from to suit your itinerary.
Buy RCI Timeshare Through Fidelity Real Estate
If you want to become an RCI member and timeshare owner, we can get you started by helping you find the perfect timeshare. Our listings include timeshares at various resorts and locations across the globe. What’s more, buying from the resale market can help you cut costs on vacation ownership. To get started, browse our timeshares for sale or give us a call at 407-477-4987.
Sell RCI Timeshare with Fidelity Real Estate
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