About Developments

Developments magazine is the professional journal of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), Washington, D.C. The association, founded in 1969, also maintains strategic alliances with counterparts in Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America, Canada, South Africa, Argentina, Mexico and Australia. As “the voice of the timeshare industry,” Developments speaks not only to the industry but for the industry to its various constituencies - legislators, regulators, academics, financial analysts, sister organizations and the media.

Developments is the monthly source for news and information for decision makers in the resort development industry. First published in 1978, Developments analyzes industry trends in timeshare, resort and community developments. Each month, you will find insightful articles on issues which directly affect you - your professionalism, your growth and ultimately, your bottom line. Developments is a forum for the industry to express ideas and concerns and to explore the constant evolution of the industry. The ARDA membership represents the key players in today’s resort development industry. Developments is your magazine. You are encouraged to view it as an interactive piece: its contents are for the membership and the articles are written primarily by the membership. The magazine is circulated to members only. It is your forum for growth and opportunity.

Developments is published 10 times a year, which includes the double Annual Convention and Fall Conference issues. It includes useful information on marketing, finance, sales, interior design, resales, public relations, community development, international issues, vacation clubs and points systems, management and regulation.

Get Your Name Out
Also consider reaching the ARDA membership through advertising. The top decision makers in the resort and community development industry read Developments and are exposed to - and influenced by - its professional advertisements. A consistent advertising program in Developments is the most effective and economical way of ensuring professional exposure for your products and services to this growing and lucrative market. Contact us for a full media kit and editorial calendar.

Comprehensive Market Share
Developments magazine is the only place your advertising reaches every prospect at once. ARDA members are 99 percent of the domestic timeshare market and, along with its global alliance partners, three-quarters of the seven billion-dollar world vacation ownership market.

Editorial Aimed at Decision Makers
Developments magazine is the only way to reach all industry leaders when they are looking for fresh ideas, best practices and current news. The editorial material is written by the leaders, for the leaders. Columns and articles come from peer-selected association members and business experts and include the innovative and authoritative ideas presented at ARDA seminars, workshops and think tanks.

Quality Circulation
All subscriptions are paid, renewed within one year and in the name of an individual. No bulk subscriptions by title or department. BPA audit pending. Publishing schedule is monthly with double issues for the spring Annual Convention and Fall Conferences. Bonus distribution includes all registered attendees at the Annual Convention & Exposition and Washington Fall Conference.