When vacationing in exotic Egypt, Royal Holiday members will never forget their stay at the sumptuous Sonesta Cairo. Just a short drive away from the Pyramids of Giza, this five-star hotel provides the perfect accommodations for a Royal Holiday excursion into this exciting metropolitan center of the Middle East.

With over 400 spacious guest rooms, the Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino in Cairo offers an exquisitely comfortable stay for any Club member, from cozy rooms to sprawling suites. Guests can enjoy their choice of three gourmet restaurants specializing in fine Japanese, Italian, and Lebanese dining, as well as the 24-hour Greenhouse eatery with more casual fare. Three bars each offer a unique atmosphere, whether the traveler seeks an intimate piano cocktail bar, an authentic English pub, or a lazy poolside hangout.

Of course, the options at the Sonesta Cairo don't end with excellent food and drink. As one of Cairo's hottest nightclubs, Sindbad discotheque offers high-energy shows nightly, while the elegant Radjah Grand Casino lets guests try their hand at numerous table games and slot machines. After dancing and doubling down, Royal Holiday Club members can unwind in the full-service spa or enjoy a Turkish steam bath.

Royal Holiday provides members with access to accommodations in popular vacation destinations around the United States and beyond. A membership with Royal Holiday confers points that can be spent on stays in condos, hotels, villas, and resorts, including the Brigantine Beach Club in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Located minutes from Atlantic City’s famous boardwalk, the Brigantine Beach Club has proven to be one of Royal Holiday’s most popular destinations. The resort is just a short drive from the heart of Atlantic City and its vibrant casinos, nightlife, and fine dining options. Vacationers looking for a calmer experience can also relax on the beaches, play a game of golf at a nearby course, or receive a pampering treatment at a world-class spa. The Atlantic City Aquarium and tax-free shopping also offer hours of fun.

Royal Holiday members have a choice of three accommodation options at the Brigantine Beach Club, each of which includes a fully equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, air conditioning, and wireless Internet. Prime season at the resort includes President’s week, Easter week, and the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, while June and September make up the mild season, when reservations require fewer points.

When it comes to vacations in tropical paradises, Royal Holiday has its members covered. Several tropical resorts available through Royal Holiday are located abroad in Mexico and the Dominican Republic, while U.S. resorts include Mauna Kai in Hawaii.

Situated along the northern shore of the island of Kauai, Mauna Kai offers access to a romantic island paradise that is nicknamed the “Garden Isle.” The resort’s paths wind past waterfalls and ponds and cross streams and gardens on their way to spacious, well-equipped suites and a large swimming pool. The suites at Mauna Kai include gourmet kitchens, washer/dryers, professionally selected island furnishings, and other thoughtful touches.

Outside Mauna Kai, visitors can take advantage of all the stunning sights the island has to offer. The west side of Kauai boasts a 14-mile-long, one-mile-wide canyon unlike anything else to be found in the Hawaiian Islands. On the north shore, closer to the resort, travelers can visit the beautiful small town of Hanalei Bay, where historic sites and contemporary art galleries are situated between fields of native plants. The gorgeous Na Pali Coast State Park, with its dramatic cliffs overlooking the sea, is also not far away.

While some vacationers want to get away from it all, Royal Holiday knows that many travelers want to get right into the thick of things. Powell Place at Nob Hill, a hotel perfect for a quick business trip or a romantic getaway, provides Royal Holiday members with the perfect chance to experience everything San Francisco has to offer. With the city's historic cable cars only a half-block down the street and Chinatown just beyond, Powell Place serves as the ideal platform from which to explore one of the United States' most vibrant and beautiful cities.

In addition to famous tourist destinations like the Golden Gate Bridge, the city has lots to offer off the beaten path. Pier 23, a restaurant with superlative oceanfront views located on the Embarcadero, serves up some of the best seafood in town in addition to fantastic live music. At night, be sure to head to Yerba Buena Island, where artist Leo Villareal has created an enormous LED light sculpture on the Bay Bridge. The patterns the sculpture creates have been designed to avoid repetition for two years, providing a unique artistic experience every time. Finally, a hike up Bernal Heights Hill presents travelers with a stunning view of the San Francisco skyline.

Royal Holiday resorts offer many types of vacation experiences. In addition to beautiful seaside locations and exciting city centers, Royal Holiday resorts such as the Sandstone Creek Club in Vail, Colorado, offer access to world-class skiing during the winter and gorgeous mountain scenery during the summer.

Sandstone Creek Club provides guests with five-star resort-style living. In the summer, the resort provides a base for visitors to explore the lush forests and high altitude peaks of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Popular summer activities at the resort include hiking and horseback riding as well as whitewater rafting for thrill-seekers and golf for those seeking to relax a little more. Music, art, and gourmet food festivals take place frequently during the summer as well.

In the winter, Sandstone Creek Club provides walking-distance access to Vail Ski Area and the award-winning restaurants and boutiques of Vail Village. Accommodations at Sandstone Creek are provided in a condominium style, with some units featuring private balconies and gas fireplaces. Year-round amenities include two hot tubs and saunas and an indoor/outdoor pool, as well as game courts and a fitness room for working up a good sweat, and a library and game room for lounging.

As Argentina's most popular seaside resort town, Mar del Plata draws Royal Holiday members from all over the world. To treat Club members to a relaxing stay, Royal Holiday offers apartment-hotel accommodations at the Super Resort Mar del Plata, a picturesque hacienda sitting on 5.5 acres facing the green landscape of the Mar del Plata Golf Club.

As one of South America's leading resort communities, the town of Mar del Plata offers countless opportunities for vacation fun and relaxation just a short drive from the resort's gates. Visitors can explore the region's unique architecture or take advantage of once-in-a-lifetime opportunities like visiting an expansive sea lion reserve or taking in one of the city's many annual festivals.

Of course, with a swimming pool, several courts and fields, and easy access to the golf course, sport enthusiasts will find plenty to do right on the grounds of the Super Resort Mar del Plata. The resort also encompasses a convenient restaurant and bar, where visitors can unwind before retiring to one of the hotel's comfortable apartments. The Super Resort Mar del Plata shares with Royal Holiday Club members all the relaxing charm of rural Argentina with easy access to the cosmopolitan, urban amenities of the perfect beach town.

Enjoy a relaxing Royal Holiday vacation "Down Under" at Mercure Gold Coast Resort. Situated on the southern end of Australia's gorgeous Gold Coast, Royal Holiday members can experience the thrill of surfing the region's legendary waves, trying their luck at the casino, kicking back on beautiful beaches, or playing a few rounds on Palm Meadows, a championship golf course.

The Mercure Gold Coast Resort offers all the features expected of a top resort in Australia's entertainment hotspot. Aside from its location in the center of Palm Meadows, the resort boasts a number of sporting facilities and features such as tennis courts, pools, and on-site personal training sessions. The Mercure also lies within minutes of a number of Gold Coast attractions, including excellent beaches, high-energy theme parks, sport stadiums, and an array of shopping opportunities. After a day of excitement and fun, visitors can relax with a stop in the sauna, a Swedish massage, or an aromatherapy session.

All rooms come with a full range of comfortable amenities to keep guests well rested after a full day's vacationing. Every room opens directly onto a balcony or patio, allowing visitors to enjoy the scenic views and fresh Pacific air. From cozy rooms to spacious suites, accommodations are available for every Royal Holiday vacationer's need.

For more than 30 years, Royal Holiday has afforded its members the opportunity to enjoy unforgettable vacations. Many Royal Holiday members agree that Hawaii is a required destination for any serious beach bum. The company recommends the Kona Coast Resort, a five-star establishment located only a few miles south of Kona proper on Keauhou Bay. Featuring pristine beaches, tropical foliage, and endless fun across 21 acres, the Kona Coast Resort is the ideal way to experience one of the United States' most beautiful vacation getaways.

The Kona Coast Resort offers something for every traveler. A short walk brings guests to theaters and shops, while more athletic vacationers can find everything from bicycling courses to scenic hikes. Kailua-Kona is also home to the Hawaii Ironman competition, an incredible spectacle for which it may be worth planning a trip. The resort also provides easy access to the Kona Country Club's ocean course, an exciting golfing opportunity.

Of course, many guests will simply want to enjoy Hawaii's beautiful beaches. With condominium designs specifically crafted to take advantage of Kailua-Kona's natural beauty, it's as easy as stepping through your door.

Royal Holiday, which has over three decades of experience helping more than 100,000 members enjoy unforgettable experiences, understands that the first step to a good vacation is a well-packed suitcase. Keeping in mind the increasing fees and shrinking weight limits on luggage, Royal Holiday advises travelers to begin the packing process by focusing on the absolute essentials. If you require electronic devices and their attendant charging devices, or you like to bring snacks for the flight, account for these items in your carry-on before adding clothes.

Many flight attendants recommend bringing fewer clothes overall and rolling your clothes rather than folding them, a practice which takes up less space. A few simple outfits made from materials that travel well, like cotton-polyester blends, will look nice even after spending time in a suitcase and are easy to press in a hotel room. Consider wearing most of your bulky items, like shoes or heavy jackets, onto the plane. Finally, remember that you'll be responsible for dealing with whatever you pack. No one likes spending most of a vacation wrestling with an enormous bag, so be aggressive in paring the belongings you bring down to a manageable number.

Many Royal Holiday members are eager to seek warmer climates in the winter months, but skiing enthusiasts believe that the best way to have fun is to embrace the snow. In Park City, Utah, members of the Royal Holiday vacation club are granted a wonderful base for skiing at the Park Plaza Resort, which offers everything from cozy studio-sized spaces to enormous Presidential Suites. In addition to the comforts of the hotel, which includes everything from covered pools to grills for an impromptu barbecue, Park Plaza specializes in meeting the needs of avid skiers. Tickets to all three major resorts nearby are available at its front desk.

Staying in Park City is easy at Park Plaza. The resort offers a vacation quick-start program that furnishes free transportation via a convenient shuttle service and even access to the Ski Butlers service. Instead of requiring that guests pack all their ski gear, Ski Butlers presents guests with in-room fitting and pick-up services as well as a dedicated support team that will meet you to fix any problems you encounter throughout the day. Park Plaza guests receive a 15 percent discount on these services, making it even more convenient to hit the slopes. After a busy day skiing, many people choose to relax at one of the city's numerous spas and oxygen bars.