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Private Residence Clubs and Luxury Fractional Property
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 Tuesday, 23 March 2010 09:30
Last weeks article looked at the destinations and locations that are available to members of Quintess, Exclusive Resorts and Ultimate Escapes. This section of the comparison looks at the homes themselves, the membership plans and several other key factors.
Read more: Comparing the Three Largest Destination Clubs - Part 2
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 16 March 2010 09:12
Exclusive Resorts, Ultimate Escapes and Quintess together account for over 80% of the members of all destination clubs. They also have by far the largest selections of residences for their members.
Read more: Comparing the Three Largest Destination Clubs - Part 1
Written by Sharon Vigoroso Tuesday, 30 September 2008 06:17
The SherpaReport in-depth "Destination Clubs: A Guide for Prospective Members" has been extremely popular since we first published it last year. The newest edition has been brought up to date with details on all the new clubs, merged clubs, new membership plans and services.
Written by Sharon Vigoroso Wednesday, 24 September 2008 11:38
Renting a vacation home or villa is an established option for family vacations. The destination clubs provide a full service alternative for discerning families. The key differences are covered here.
Written by Sharon Vigoroso Tuesday, 02 September 2008 05:20
Additional travel offerings amongst the major destination clubs are evolving rapidly. The trend is to offer one-of-a kind vacation adventures, providing more travel options for members in addition to stays at the clubs luxury vacation homes.
Read more: Hotel Partnerships and Bespoke Travel with Destination Clubs
Written by Nick Copley Thursday, 17 July 2008 18:05
The cost per night for a destination club is a really useful calculation for both comparing the clubs amongst each other, and also comparing them to alternatives such as hotels or villa rentals. Overall the cost per night has increased since we ran the calculation last year. This is not surprising given that the clubs have all been increasing their initial fees and annual dues.
Written by Nick Copley Sunday, 01 June 2008 14:00
The term equity destination club is used by a variety of clubs to describe their structure, but the use of the word "equity" means somewhat different things to different clubs. This article explains these different meanings and reviews some of the leading equity clubs.
Written by Nick Copley Tuesday, 13 May 2008 03:58
Last week Ultimate Resort and Bombardier announced a strategic marketing agreement. With this new partnership Ultimate joins several other destination clubs that provide their members with special access to private jet companies. Here's a run down on the clubs and their private jet partnerships.
New to the world of Destination Clubs? Maybe you just heard about them and want a quick and easy way to get going, and boost your knowledge on these luxury vacation options? The following articles will get you up to speed in no time. Soon you will be the one explaining this ever-growing luxury trend to your friends and family.
Choosing a destination club can be a daunting task. How do you know which one is best for you and your family? By following these simple guidelines our hope is that you will find the perfect club for your needs.
Written by Erin L. Souza Sunday, 30 December 2007 17:31
As you start to look into destination clubs you may well come across a variety of terms that you're not familiar with. This glossary describes some of the most commonly used terms.
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 28 November 2007 14:00
Destination clubs have been increasing in visibity over the past few years. They provide a good alternative to luxury vacation homes, in fact some destination club owners have sold their second homes when they join a club. But, there are pros and cons on both sides. If you're thinking of buying a vacation home or joining a destination club read through the factors below before making your choice.
Written by SherpaReport Staff Thursday, 22 November 2007 14:00
This article compares the financial aspects of owning a luxury second (or third or fourth) home to being a member of a destination club. It includes a spreadsheet to let you compare the economics of these two popular forms of vacations for wealthy families.
Read more: The Economics of Destination Clubs Compared to Luxury Second Homes
Written by Erin L. Souza Friday, 02 November 2007 09:04
The destination clubs have varying rules covering use of the clubs homes by unaccompanied guests. We've summarized the rules for most of the leading clubs.
Read more: Can Family Members Use the Destination Club Homes ?
Written by Nick Copley Wednesday, 31 October 2007 14:00
Last Updated on Wednesday, 21 July 2010 13:46
Written by Erin L. Souza Monday, 29 October 2007 07:12
Joining a destination club can be a way to ensure great luxury getaways several times per year. Before committing to a club, potential members should be well-equipped to choose the club that best suits your needs. As minimum night requirements vary from club to club, it is important to look at the minimum number of nights for any given stay and be sure they suit your travel plans.
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