Destination clubs provide their members with access to multiple luxury vacation homes, located all over the world. The homes are typically multi-million dollar residences, and are sited in major cities, at beaches, in mountains and leisure locations.
Membership of the clubs is an alternative to buying a second home. The clubs are sometimes also compared to, or even mixed up with, private residence clubs, but there are several key differences between the two.
If you're just starting out learning about the clubs read the overview and the glossary. Then you can start to compare them in the comparison table. One way to financially compare them is using a cost per night calculation and we've provided downloadable spreadsheets for these calculations.
And for a real in-depth look at the clubs, their homes and services, comparisons to alternatives and questions to consider before joining, download our Guide for Prospective Members.
The map shows some of the main destinations where the clubs have homes. Click on the markers to see the actual homes.
The latest news and research on the clubs is included below.
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 31 August 2010 09:31
The worlds largest destination club, measured by number of members, is currently offering a flexible payment option. New members can choose to pay their up-front membership fee over the course of up to four years.
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 26 August 2010 08:35
In a recent note to members, Equity Estates highlighted six new destinations that are expected to be available for travel by next year. It also announced that based on current interest levels from prospective owner members, the fund anticipates that the second half of 2010 will be its most successful six months to date.
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 23 August 2010 00:00
The largest destination club in Asia has added villas in
Read more: Banyan Tree Private Collection Adds 4 New Asian Properties
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 19 August 2010 12:11
The Hideaways Club has added two spectacular new villas to its growing property portfolio. Situated in the South of France, these new purchases bring to 27 the number of properties currently owned by the Fund with more homes planned to come online during the remainder of this year.
Read more: Two New Villas in South of France for Hideaways Club
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 27 July 2010 11:13
The luxury residence fund is donating access to its multi-million dollar homes to children and families with parents suffering from late stage, limited life expectancy cancer.
Read more: Equity Estates Partners With Jack & Jill Cancer Charity
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 22 July 2010 11:21
The luxury destination club, Quintess LRW, has simplified its pricing structure for new members. The change is partly designed to make it easier to compare Quintess to other destination clubs, and also provides more flexibility in structuring a membership plan.
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 21 July 2010 15:02
This new golfing destination club was launched earlier this year as a partnership between the PGA and the folks behind the destination club Quintess LRW. Since opening the club has added new homes at golf courses in
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 19 July 2010 16:41
European based equity destination club, The Hideaways Club, has been expanding over the past year, and most recently just added new homes on the island of
Read more: The Hideaways Club Adds New Homes in Ibiza & Portugal
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 08 July 2010 17:26
That was the question posed to Adam Capes, president of Equity Estates, when he was recently interviewed by David Asman on Fox Business. Here's our take on the difference between a destination club and luxury timeshare.
Read more: Destination club, it's like a luxury timeshare isn't it?
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 30 June 2010 05:05
Boston Celtics' Head Coach and Ultimate Escapes Member Doc Rivers is once again partnering with destination club Ultimate Escapes to host his 10th annual Celebrity Golf Invitational at the Reunion Resort and Club Wyndham Grand Resort in Orlando.
Read more: Ultimate Escapes and Doc Rivers Raise Money for Shepherd's Hope
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 22 June 2010 04:05
Destination club, Exclusive Resorts recently announced the 2011 collection of experiences for its Once in a Lifetime program. Now continuing into its 4th year this program takes club members on adventure excursions, cruises, and journeys in remote corners of the world.
Read more: Exclusive Resorts Once in a Lifetime Experiences for 2011
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 15 June 2010 08:43
With pristine white sandy beaches surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters, the Turks & Caicos have developed rapidly over the last twenty years. They are popular amongst destination club members and several clubs have homes there.
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 08 June 2010 10:12
destination club M Private Residences is lowering the prices for its shares, and has introduced several changes for both new and current members.
Read more: Lower Prices, Free Travel and More at M Private Residences
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 01 June 2010 05:46
2010 has already been a busy year for Europe based, The Hideaways Club. It formed reciprocity partnerships with two other clubs, Banyan Tree Private Residences in Asia and Equity Estates in the US. It now adds an Asian hotel partner and an airline to offer more services and destinations for its members.
Read more: The Hideaways Club Partners with Shangri-La Hotels and Etihad Airways
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 24 May 2010 06:09
Now through July 31, 2010, Abercrombie & Kent Residence Club and Sentient Jet are offering a chance to experience the convenience and ease of private jet travel, as well as vacationing at the clubs private homes. For a one-time payment of $55,000, you will receive 10 nights in the Abercrombie & Kent Residence Club along with a $50,000 Sentient Jet Membership Plus Card.
Read more: Sentient Jet Membership Plus Card and A&K Residence Club Special Offer
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 19 May 2010 08:36
Former San Francisco 49ers Quarterback and NFL Hall of Famer Steve Young has been a member of Ultimate Escapes since 2005. He recently sat down with Rich Keith, Chairman of Ultimate Escapes and talked about what membership means for himself and his family.
Read more: Steve Young Talks About Membership of Ultimate Escapes
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 10 May 2010 09:36
The new CityCenter development is located in the heart of the Las Vegas strip between the Bellagio and Monte Carlo resorts. The members of destination club Exclusive Resorts have access to ten new residences at the Vdara, one of the signature properties in CityCenter.
Read more: Exclusive Resorts Opens Residences at Vdara Hotel & Spa in Las Vegas
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 06 May 2010 11:35
Members of Abercrombie & Kent Residence Club can now choose from additional villas across Tuscany, Provence and the Cote d'Azur. Membership nights are exchanged for credit toward stays at the villas in Italy and France as a part of the clubs recently expanded Travel Credit Program.
Read more: Abercrombie & Kent Residence Club Adds 22 European Villas To Program
Written by Nick Copley Monday, 26 April 2010 06:22
The Asia based destination club Banyan Tree Private Collection (BTPC) is helping to raise new home funds for Habitat for Humanity.
Read more: Banyan Tree Private Collection Partners With Habitat for Humanity
Written by Nick Copley Friday, 23 April 2010 04:22
This new partnership will allow members of Ultimate Escapes to vacation at Waldorf Astoria Orlando as part of their destination club membership.
Read more: Waldorf Astoria Orlando Available to Ultimate Escapes Members
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Latest Destination Club News
- Exclusive Resorts Offering Deferred Joining Fees
- Equity Estates Forecasting Continued Growth
- Banyan Tree Private Collection Adds 4 New Asian Properties
- Two New Villas in South of France for Hideaways Club
- Equity Estates Partners With Jack & Jill Cancer Charity
- Quintess LRW Adjusts Membership Pricing
Latest Destination Club Research
- Destination club, it's like a luxury timeshare isn't it?
- Comparing the Three Largest Destination Clubs - Part 2
- Comparing the Three Largest Destination Clubs - Part 1
- Destination Club Guide Now Revised and Updated
- Villa Rentals Compared to Destination Clubs
- Hotel Partnerships and Bespoke Travel with Destination Clubs
- Destination Club Cost Per Night July 2008
- Equity Destination Clubs
SherpaReport Newsletter
Featured Destination Club Homes
Destination Clubs Feeds
Member Reviews
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Relaxing at Sotogrande, SpainWe flew to Malaga, Spain and had a nice larger rental car waiting. My son-in-law drove. He & I worked together before I retired 10 years ago and then as now he knew how to get around without getting...Read More...
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Costa Rica - Home and Trip ReviewMy wife and I just returned from our first real Escape, and it was pretty darn Ultimate! We flew down to Liberia airport in Costa Rica, breezed through customs, picked up our rental and were at the rentals...Read More...
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Costa Rica Was Our FavoriteOur Family has taken a vote and has decided that the trip to Costa Rica was our favorite. There was so much to do there. Our Host was great and recommended a lot of the things we did and so did our planner,...Read More...
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Bend, Oregon "One of our best vacations yet."In June, I went on a great vacation with my mother and little sister to Bend, Oregon. When I first arrived, I thought it was beautiful because there were a lot of juniper trees right where we were...Read More...
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Everything is Better in ItalyAs the six of us boarded the flight for Rome, I made one last nonchalant reach into my backpack to make sure it was still there. Every time I thought about it, I panicked. What if it isn’t there? I just...Read More...
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