Destination clubs have more than just the press talking. Hundreds of club reviews on Helium Report have attested to the features of many clubs, and we chose some of the most pointed examples of what made over 5,000 people choose a destination club as a luxury second home alternative.

“We have always preferred to rent vacation homes rather than stay in a hotel. However, we had noticed that the quality of the homes that we were renting was going down and the price up. It took a lot of research to find a home and get it reserved and we had some good ones and a few bads ones. Our experience with Crescendo is just the opposite.” Crescendo Member, Granite Bay, CA

“I have been a member of Exclusive Resorts for a little less than a year and, for my family, joining has been an excellent decision. We have had one incredible vacation experience after another. We have three children (7, 4 and 18 months) and we have found that the accomodations are far more comfortable than a hotel- no comparison in fact! There’s just nothing like spreading out in a very spacious and beautifully furnished home on vacation. All the residences have maid service of course, but many also have room service and other hotel amenities.” Exclusive Resorts Member, SF Bay Area, CA

Hassle-Free Vacations

“I have been a member of Private Escapes Premiere for a few years now and I must say that I love everything about it. The experience of arriving at your fully-stocked and beautiful home for a week of hassle-free fun is not one I ever see myself being able to give up.” Private Escapes Member, New York, NY

“All of our stays at the Solstice homes have been incomparable, starting with the convenience of having an SUV parked in each home’s garage ready for our family outings, down to the tiniest detail, in that the homes are immaculately cleaned and exceedingly well maintained. (...) In addition to the outstanding selection of vacation homes, having your own personal Solstice Lifestyle Specialist makes designing your total travel package easy and convenient, from scheduling in-home massage therapy or personal yoga instruction, to making dinner reservations and providing well-researched, highly informed recommendations of where to go and what to see.” Solstice Member, Sacramento, CA

“I have been a member of The Markers for over a year now. (...) The experiences have exceeded mine and my friends’ expectations. I particularly loved the home in Scottsdale, AZ, where the concierge was responsive to our requests and we were able to play when we wanted at the gorgeous (tough!) Troon North course. The homes have all of the amenities, but my favorite feature is the multiple sets of demo clubs at each home. I don’t plan on taking my clubs to SC and will decide there on Ping or Callaway!” The Markers Member, Salt Lake City, UT

Freedom from Second Home Ownership

“My wife and I are converts from a prior life where we had owned multiple vacation homes. Since joining Ultimate Resort some 2 years ago, we have freed ourselves of the headaches of distal vacation home ownership, expanded our choice of quality destinations and enjoyed a wide variety of well appointed quality custom homes. In simplifying our vacation life, we have added vastly to our enjoyment of life while others have taken care of the details.” Ultimate Resort Member, Naples, FL

“Our family has been a member of BelleHavens for over two years. Without exception the homes are delightful, in special locations for a great vacation experience. They are furnished to the highest level, certainly higher than a typical vacation rental. We once considered buying a vacation home in Mexico, but are finding BelleHavens a better alternative to owning a second home as well as giving our family a wider variety of places to vacation.” BelleHavens Member, Park City, UT

“We just completed our first LUSSO vacation and it was an outstanding experience for our family. Upon arriving in Miami, our experience began at the airport as a driver picked us up and much to our surprise, the luxury SUV already had two child seats installed and waiting for our kids. As we pulled up to the Trump Palace, we were greeted by Benny, the concierge and he brought us up to our Miami home. Our first impression upon entering was that this was great- it’s a gorgeous space but far more important to us were the thing that made it our “home” for while we were in Miami. The kids rooms each had a crib waiting. There was a high chair setup for our youngest one. A potty seat waiting for the three year old. Baby formula, baby wipes, diapers etc. There were gift bags for the kids with toys for the pool and the beach. Additionally, there were toys and games for indoor play and of course a refrigerator stocked with all of the basics that we had requested in advance.” The LUSSO Collection Member, Minneapolis, MN

“With young children, Disney is always a great destination. The High Country Club Orlando villa offers easy access to Disney, plus it has every amenity onsite. After full days on your feet at Disney, it’s so nice to return to a place with all the comforts of home. Everything we needed was there, and we could really relax. The villa was so well-laid out, everyone had their own space. The kids loved the amenities (and of course, the XBox).” High Country Club Member, Gulf Breeze, FL

“We just returned from a family trip to Maui and stayed at the Quintess Loa’s Lani Condo. It was the best family vacation we have ever experienced! Our member travel advisor gave us the heads up on a cancellation so we scooped it up! We never would have gone if it had not been for her. Our destination host was phenomenal-extremely attentive to all of our needs. The 3,000 square foot condo was plenty roomy for our family of four. There was plenty of space for our 6 and 9 year olds to play while my husband and I relaxed.”Quintess Member, Manhattan Beach, CA

“We joined Portofino Club so we could enjoy wonderful escapes around the country and know that we would be well cared for at every turn. We really appreciate the concierge service and amenitites as they take the burden out of traveling with children and allow the stays to be that much more pleasurable. We enjoy the information packets filled with restaurants and sites in every location. Also, an added bonus is the ability to have our reservations and virtually everything done for us before we reach our destinations.”Portofino Club Member, University Park, TX

Destination Club Resources

• Helium Report’s Decision Guide to Destination Clubs
• Complete list of member reviews
• Search by location for homes owned by destination clubs