Destination Clubs

Destination Clubs are portfolios of luxury vacation properties used exclusively by club members in prime locations.


Raimon Land Launches Private Residence Clubs in Thailand

Thu, Oct 15, 2009

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Thailand Kata Beach residence clubsNew estates are set to debut on Thailand’s gorgeous beaches. Raimon Land recently announced the launch of a portfolio of luxury lifestyle products: The Heights Private Residence Clubs, Northpoint Private Residence Club and the River Private Residence Club.

Each of the extravagant estates is part of Raimon Land’s legendary properties. Raimon Land’s portfolio includes Northpoint, The Heights Phuket, The Lofts Sathorn, The Lakes and The LEgend Saladaeng. These new private residence clubs will be sprinkled across Phuket, Bangkok and Pattaya, Thailand.

Raimon Land’s new private residence clubs are divided into thirteen ownership fractions and each owner can enjoy a minimum of 21 days in paradise. Owners are also priviledged to a wider network of properties from The Registry Collection and IFA Collection.

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Ultimate Escapes takes the Destination Club public

Tue, Oct 13, 2009

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After almost two years of struggling through a merger and an emergency capital infusion, Ultimate Escapes is on the verge of taking the high-end resort club public.

Ultimate Escapes - the luxury travel destination firm created from Orlando-based Ultimate Resorts and Fort Collins’ Private Escapes - is the acquisition target of Secure America Acquisition Corp., a special-purpose acquisition company. The SPAC launched its $80 million initial public offering in 2007 with the sole purpose of finding a business to invest in. If a transaction is not consummated by Oct. 29, Secure America’s trust fund will be liquidated.

The deal for Ultimate Escapes, which will include a $20 million cash contribution as well as $57 million in Secure America stock, is expected to close by the end of October.

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Secure America in business with Ultimate Escapes

Fri, Sep 04, 2009

Secure America in business with Ultimate EscapesSecure America Acquisition Corporation announced yesterday that it has signed a definitive agreement to enter into a business combination with privately-held Ultimate Escapes Holdings, LLC, a leading operator of luxury destination clubs.

Ultimate Escapes‘ current management team, led by Jim Tousignant, President and CEO, and Richard Keith, who will become Chairman of Ultimate Escapes upon consummation of Ultimate Escapes’ planned acquisition of Private Escapes Holdings, LLC, will remain in place to run the business following the consummation of Secure America’s business combination with Ultimate Escapes. It is anticipated that, upon consummation of the acquisition, Secure America will change its name to “Ultimate Escapes, Inc.”

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Spring 2009 Survey Reveals Vacation Home Trends for Affluent Americans

Mon, May 18, 2009

Spring 2009 Survey Reveals Vacation Home Trends for Affluent Americans The luxury travel sector is bouncing back from the current economic struggle. Companies are developing new marketing campaigns and presenting refreshing ideas for the traditional vacation home. Trends are emerging as these fresh takes on the vacation home market take hold. From destination clubs to timeshares to private residence clubs, the American Affluence Research Center uncovers what the consumers are thinking for 2009.

This luxury travel report is part of an ongoing series of twice-yearly research studies of the most affluent 10% of U.S. households. The research covers areas like consumer familiarity with concepts and brands, brand awareness, current ownership and distance to vacation residence. With attention to age ranges, income levels and net worth, the survey reveals interesting statistics for fractional vacation ownership companies to consider.

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The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company debuts The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club

Thu, May 07, 2009

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company debuts The Ritz-Carlton Destination ClubJust last week, after 80 years and more than 70 hotels providing legendary service, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. yet again raised the bar with the unveiling of a new way to enjoy an inspiring vacation lifestyle: The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club.

An evolution of the residence club formerly known as The Ritz-Carlton Club, this equity-based private membership program offers two choices: a Home Club Membership which provides a titled residence at a property they can return to throughout the year, or a deeded Portfolio Membership which affords the opportunity to discover a wide variety of premier destinations and accommodations. An industry defining vacation option, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club offers an unparalleled experience tailored to each Member’s needs and expectations.

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Exclusive luxury accomodations with destination club Quintess, Leading Residences of the World

Fri, Dec 19, 2008

Exclusive luxury accomodations with destination club Quintess, Leading Residences of the WorldOne of the premier gifts this holiday season is a destination club membership. It’s the gift that keeps on giving, offering a variety of luxury private residences in some of the most sought-after destinations in the world. Why only buy one vacation home when you can have five? The sky is the limit when it comes to luxury destination clubs, and Quintess is no exception.

Quintess, The Leading Residences of the World is a luxury destination club that creates amazing personalized vacation experiences for its members. Destination club members are given access to 80+ multi-million dollar residences and ultimate experiences in 40+ international resort and city destinations.

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