Booking desk opens for the 2010 VOASA Interval International Conference

29th to 31st August, Southern Sun Elangeni Hotel, Durban, South Africa 

The 2010 conference theme is 'Back to basics'

We are proud to announce the 2nd VOASA Conference which focuses on the shared vacation ownership industry, which will be held from 29th August to the 31st August 2010 at the Southern Sun Elangeni, Durban, South Africa.

This conference has become an annual event on both the local and international shared vacation ownership calendar and is hosted by the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA).Since its inception in 2009, the VOASA conference has grown in stature as the premier platform to explore opportunities in the shared vacation ownership sector within Southern Africa. 

The conference presents delegates and speakers with a chance to discuss industry related issues; Furthermore, delegates, speakers and sponsors can share information and learn new ways of aligning themselves to international best practice. 2010 is a significant year for South Africa as the world will be focused on our beautiful country as we host the 2010 World Cup Soccer.

Keep visiting our website to see what the VOASA Conference 2010 has in store for you.

For registrations and bookings: http://www.voasaconference.co.za/

Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa
P.O. Box 2823 
Durbanville  7551
Telephone: (021) 914-9693    
Fax: (021) 914-5202                                                                          

Email:voasa@voasa.co.za

Useful links:

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Information and Downloads:

VOASA assists it's members by monitoring all new legislation and regulations concerning the entire shared vacation ownership industry in Southern Africa.

For more information and downloads pertaining to the various acts and legislation that effects all service providers within the shared vacation ownership industry.  

Fractional Ownership regulatory body for Southern Africa

VOASA

VOASA was established to improve representation for reputable companies within the shared vacation ownership industry and promote fair trading, quality within - and growth of the vacation leisure industry.VOASA members lead the industry in their commitment to strong ethical standards and create an environment to which vacation leisure professionals aspire.

Fundamental to the VOASA mission are the following attributes:

• Self regulation
• Education and training
• Integrity of the Industry
• Professionalism
• Fulfillment of all industry stakeholders
• Governance and adherence to standards and practice

View VOASA profile

Q&A with Alex Bosch

The former Timeshare Institute of Southern Africa (TISA) recently re-branded to VOASA – Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa, why was this?

[AB] The Timeshare Institute of Southern Africa (TISA) was officially landed in 1993 with the mission and object intention to govern business practices within the Timeshare industry through a Code of Conduct to protect the interest of both consumers and the industry and promoting an equitable, negotiated balance between these interests.  The industry in 1993 consisted of conventional timeshare week modules utilised by timeshare owners.

The industry has since evolved through the introduction of new products based on the underlying timeshare structures such as timeshare points, vacation clubs, destination clubs and fractional ownership, giving the consumer greater flexibility and choice.  In 2007 TISA created a business strategy plan in terms of which these new products would be incorporated in the industry which had evolved to a model of shared vacation ownership products and to re-brand the industry, hence the name change and re-branding to Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA) to embrace all stakeholders in the shared vacation ownership industry.

SAAFI also merged with VOASA - Does this imply that VOASA are the only shared vacation ownership body in Southern Africa?

[AB] VOASA is the only shared vacation ownership body or association with a code of conduct agreed with and mandated by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – other informal associations may exist but are not known by VOASA.

Is VOASA a voluntary organisation?

[AB] VOASA is a self-regulated non-profit association funded through it's membership base with no governmental subsidy

How many members does VOASA have?

[AB] The current membership of  VOASA totals 197 members; the greater majority thereof being corporate entities

What services does your organisation offer vacation ownership companies and individuals?

[AB] VOASA offers guidance on legislation affecting the industry; ensuing that accommodation schemes are, structured correctly in terms of the required legal framework; attending on general enquiries or complaints received pertaining to the industry and an alternative dispute resolution through mediation.

What membership categories do you offer?

[AB] VOASA offers membership in Developer, Exchange Organisation, Owners Association, Brokers and managing agent categories.

What events to VOASA have planned for 2010?

[AB] VOASA will attend a stand at the Annual Indaba Exposition, various workshops for members as well as the Annual VOASA Conference 29 to 31 August 2010 in Durban, South Africa.

Has your organisation assisted resorts with offering accommodation for the 2010 FIFA world cup visitors?

[AB] VOASA assisted a number of timeshare resorts and vacation clubs to engage in discussion with MATCH, the accommodation arm of FIFA 2010, and to enter into agreements endorsed by VOASA.

What major changes do you for see for the shared vacation ownership industry over the next 12 months?

[AB] As in all property related industries, the shared vacation ownership market has been negatively affected by the current economic downturn.

Indications are positive that the economy and thus the property market will pick up later in 2010. Against this, our industry is faced with the challenges of the new Companies Act 2008 and the Consumer Protection 2008, both statures of legislation coming into effect during 2010; to balance the effect and the sustainability of the industry to positively grow.