We joined the night before we left on our trip (last week) and I had my email the next morning with my membership number. I did have to stand in line, because it was the only way to activate my QS membership for the first time. The rep said next time I come, I can go straight to the gargage and bypass the line. My ressie doesn't mention that, but it is what we were told. When we got home from our 9 day trip on Feb. 10, my paperwork and papercard was waiting for me. I signed the contract, again, and faxed it in.