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An exchange vacation is the result of trading your Holiday Inn Club Vacations Points with RCI for another available vacation. When searching for an RCI exchange vacation, you have access to a selection of 4,200+ affiliated resorts globally. Points required for exchange vacations vary by vacation destination, season and unit type. If you have sufficient Holiday Inn Club Vacations Points, you may take as many exchange vacations as you like.
Extra VacationsSM getaways give you access to RCI's exchange resort inventory without using your Points. You can purchase a week (seven nights) at the available destination of your choice. Extra VacationsSM getaways are purchased for cash and you can book as many as you would like, regardless of whether you have Points remaining in your account.
Last CallSM vacations are perfect if you are looking for a great deal on a last minute vacation but with the same resort-style accommodations. Last CallSM vacations must be booked between two and 45 days of check in. These vacations are purchased for cash with no Points needed and you may book as many as you would like, regardless of whether you have Points remaining.
Instant Exchange vacations are a great opportunity to take a last-minute exchange vacation using less than 20,000 Points.
An all-inclusive vacation offers you a peace of mind where you'll pay one price and almost everything is included. Each particular resort offers its own unique services and amenities such as food and drink, activities or airport transportation, among others. All-inclusive vacations can be booked as an exchange using your Points with RCI or you can pay cash without using Points.
Extra VacationsSM getaways give you access to RCI’s exchange resort inventory without using your Holiday Inn Club Vacations Points. You can purchase a week (seven nights) at the available destination of your choice, and choose from thousands of options at everyday low prices. You can book Extra VacationsSM getaways regardless of whether you have Points remaining in your account.
Even better, if you’ve used all your Holiday Inn Club Vacations Points in a use year, you can still book as many Extra VacationsSM getaways as you would like.
Exchange Plus provides you with added flexibility of using your Holiday Inn Club Points and cash to book popular destinations such as New York City, San Diego, Miami, and more during peak travel dates. Each reservation requires the use of 80,000 Holiday Inn Club Points and a fee paid to RCI based on the destination, dates, unit size and length of stay. Plus, Points Protection is included in every Exchange Plus reservation should you need to change or cancel.
For members outside the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean, Points Protection is not included and the standard cancellation policy applies.
Last Call℠ vacations are perfect if you are looking for a great deal on a last minute vacation but with the same resort-style accommodations. Last Call℠ vacations are similar to Extra Vacations℠ getaways but at clearance prices. Last Call℠ vacations are typically available less than six weeks before check-in. You’ll receive the same resort-style accommodations that are purchased for cash regardless of whether you have Hilton Grand Vacations ClubPoints remaining in your account.
Even better, if you’ve used all your ClubPoints in a use year, you can still book as many Last Call℠ vacations as you would like. New destinations are added daily so check often.
You should begin your search as early as possible. The earlier you search, the more exchange options you’re likely to find. RCI has a variety of search options to fit the needs of various types of vacation searchers.
- Advanced Search: Allows you to select all of your desired criteria at one time and begin searching.
- Favorites Search: If you generally search for the same type of vacation or resort each time, you can save your desired search criteria as a Favorite Search.
- Ongoing Search: If you can’t find what you’re looking for in your initial search, RCI will continue to search for you, notifying you when a match is found.
- Interactive Map: When you know the destination you have in mind and just need to find the perfect resort, the interactive map is a great tool to use.
- Recommendations: Based on your search history and past travel, RCI will put together resorts matching your interests.
Contact an RCI travel guide to explore options for planning future travel.
Since RCI receives inventory from members anywhere from two years to two weeks in advance of the travel dates, your dream vacation could be added any day. Starting an Ongoing Search puts yourself on a waitlist for that dream vacation.
My Offers are exchange or rental offers available to you at a given time. From the RCI homepage, scroll down and you will see all offers available to you. Some offers can be booked online and some require you to call up an RCI Travel Guide to book. It’s a good idea to check this section frequently as offers are updated regularly.
Personalized offers are exchange or rental offers available to select members at a given time. When offers are available to you, you’ll see them in your My Offers section— located toward the bottom of your RCI homepage after signing in through your Holiday Inn Club Vacations account.
Personalized account alerts are essential membership-specific messages to alert you of an action that needs to be taken, to help you stay up-to-date on your most important account information. The first message is typically the most important alert. To check your alerts, click the Notifications icon on the top right menu of your RCI homepage.
Yes, your RCI membership offers you access to high-quality all-inclusive resorts in a host of inviting destinations. They include destinations such as Cancún, Los Cabos and other locations throughout Mexico and the Caribbean.
You will pay the RCI exchange fee, the applicable amount of points, and of course the all-inclusive fee paid to the resort.
All-inclusive packages vary by resort, as each resort offers its own unique services and amenities. However, many all-inclusive resort packages offer the following:
- All meals and snacks: Generous buffets, full-service restaurants, à la carte dining, snack bars and more.
- Unlimited beverages: Many even include alcohol.
- Resort activities: Pools, beaches, snorkeling, windsurfing boards, etc.
- Hotel transfers: Included transportation can vary so check with RCI or the resort for details.
- Children’s activities: Many resorts offer kids’ clubs and/or children’s planned activities.
To find all-inclusive resorts, simply use the all-inclusive filter when searching on the RCI website and look for the all-inclusive icon.
Step 1: Click in the search bar from the RCI homepage and select See all RCI resorts.
Step 2: Under the Vacation tab, click All-Inclusive Available.
Step 3: Click Show Resorts to see the list of resorts.
Option 1:
Exchange your Points for a vacation. Through RCI you have access to over 4,200 affiliated resorts globally. As a Holiday Inn Club Vacations owner, you have until the day your Points expire to book a vacation with RCI for travel dates as far out as two (2) years.
Option 2:
Send family and friends on a vacation in your place when you purchase an RCI guest certificate.
RCI® Cruise provides RCI® Subscribing Members access to thousands of cruise vacations on many of the leading cruise lines. Get access to member-only rates backed by the Best Price Guarantee. Visit RCI® Cruise for details.
Club Points cannot be used toward a cruise vacation. RCI® Subscribing Members enjoy the Best Price Guarantee and can receive onboard credit with nearly every sailing booked through RCI® Cruise. You may book as many cruises as you’d like, regardless if you have Club Points remaining in your account.
Yes, you can take family or friends on an RCI® Cruise vacation. RCI® subscribing member-only special rates can be extended to friends and family when you vacation together. There is no limit to the amount of cabins that can be booked.
Cruises are available for purchase by RCI® Subscribing Members only. For RCI® Cruise terms and conditions, call 877-RCI-BOAT or visit RCI® Cruise for details. RCI disclaims all responsibility in connection with any third-party cruise or travel services.
A RCI guest certificate gives you the ability to gift a vacation to a friend or family member. They can be purchased with cash and used for a RCI exchange vacation, an Extra Vacations℠ getaway or a Last Call℠ vacation. Simply indicate that the vacation is for a guest at the time of booking.
Purchase online, via chat, or over the phone. You may add a guest certificate to an existing reservation at any time prior to travel.
To purchase at the time of booking:
Step 1: On the booking page, select “Guest” under “Who’s checking in?”
Step 2: Enter the guest information and follow the prompts.
To purchase for an existing reservation:
Step 1: From the RCI homepage, click Trips in the top navigation.
Step 2: Click the Upcoming Trips tab.
Step 3: Select the confirmed vacation you’d like to add the certificate to.
Step 4: Click Add a Guest Certificate and follow the prompts.
As the RCI member, you must call to initiate the booking on behalf of your guest. Once the guest search has been initiated, your guest can call a travel guide directly to book their vacation.
A RCI guest certificate may be purchased online or through the contact center and is paid by credit or debit card. Please note, regular transaction fees are still required.
Members are invited to provide feedback and rate their resort experience when returning from their vacation using RCI’s comment card program. RCI uses every comment card to determine award levels for the Resort Recognition Program and to help resorts assess their need for quality improvements.
We love this question. To view pet friendly resorts, please follow the steps below. Since resorts can change their policy frequently, it’s best to call the resort directly to confirm.
Step 1: Click in the search bar and select See all RCI resorts
Step 2: Click on the More button in the top search filters.
Step 3: Select Pets Allowed to view resorts that are pet friendly.
RCI has created three RCI® Award Designations to recognize our affiliated resorts that have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, and which have met or exceeded the highest standards.
You’ll see these designations next to the resort name when searching for vacations on the RCI website or when flipping through the directory. You can even filter your exchange vacation search results on the RCI website by award level.
Gold Crown Resort® Award: Select RCI® affiliated resorts are recognized as RCI Gold Crown Resort properties—the highest of the three RCI Award Designations. The RCI Gold Crown Resort award designates resorts that have met or exceeded specific standards in hospitality, housekeeping, unit maintenance, the check-in/check-out experience, plus an evaluation of resort facilities, amenities, and services.
RCI Silver Crown Resort® Award: Resorts that have achieved excellence in providing outstanding vacation experiences for RCI® members receive the RCI Silver Crown Resort award. This award designates resorts that have met or exceeded specific standards in hospitality, housekeeping, unit and resort maintenance, and check-in/check-out experience.
RCI Hospitality Award: The RCI Hospitality Award is presented for consistently high ratings in hospitality and the check-in/check-out experience.
We love hearing about your experiences at RCI affiliated resorts you’ve visited. Here’s how to submit a review:
Step 1: Locate the resort you’d like to write a review.
Step 2: Scroll to the bottom and click Write a Review.
Step 3: Follow the prompts to complete your review.