Since 2003, the luxury destination club industry has emerged with Exclusive Resorts becoming the industry standard. Members of Exclusive Resorts enjoy access to hundreds of luxury residences in dozens of destinations around the world, together with five-star resort services and amenities, but with none of the maintenance hassles. In exchange for a one-time membership fee, most of which is refundable, and annual dues, Exclusive Resorts’ members also benefit from personalized vacation planning, activity booking, and the dedicated service of an Onsite Concierge.
Exclusive Resorts is known as an innovative young company rapidly changing the way people choose to vacation. While members are quick to discover the advantages of membership over more traditional forms of luxury travel, such as fractional and home ownership, hotel stays, and villa rental, the world’s top resort developers are also realizing the advantages of having Exclusive Resorts in their communities.
When Revolution acquired Exclusive Resorts it was one of the few companies competing in this emerging field. Now, it is the undisputed leader in a burgeoning market, with thousands of satisfied members and $1 billion in owned real estate. The company boasts a world-class management team and board along with strategic alliances with American Express, Neiman Marcus, Marquis Jet, Merrill Lynch, and others.
Revolution acquired a 50 percent interest in Exclusive Resorts in 2003, and then increased its ownership to 80 percent a year later to ensure the company had the flexibility to pursue maximum long-term value.
Revolution Places CEO Donn Davis is the club’s executive chairman. Jeff Potter, former head of Frontier Airlines, is the club’s CEO, and the club’s original founders, Brad Handler, Brent Handler and Tom Filippini, continue to play critical roles.