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Jetsetter Launches Vacation Rental Homes

Among the many accommodation options afforded the world’s luxury travellers are the dedicated vacation homes offered by tourist companies. Yet researching and booking one of these homes can be a time-consuming hassle that travellers don’t need. That’s why Jetsetter, a leading online platform dedicated to helping luxury travellers book their trips, is proud to launch a brand-new service focused squarely on vacation homes. Company officials say that Jetsetter does all of the research and legwork for you, then presents you with only the finest homes for rent around the world.

Currently the collection features more than 200 homes that have been inspected, curated, and photographed for Jetsetter members. Jetsetter curators have even travelled the world to personally inspect and hand select all of the homes added to the collection. They also negotiated special rates for just Jetsetter members. When it comes time to search and book, you’ll have access to all the information from the curator along with photos – and even 360° photographic tours. By the time you get ready to select the home of your choice, you’ll be confident that you have all the necessary information.

Jetsetter is once again leading the way in bringing new innovation to the luxury travel sector. You can bet they’ll continue adding homes to their collection and negotiating great rates for their members. Whether you’re looking for a vacation home in the Caribbean, France or Italy, Mexico, or the American West Coast, Jet setter has it covered.

Exclusive Interview With Timbers Resorts CEO David Burden

Timbers Resorts, the developer and operator of boutique, private resorts and residence clubs have been impressing guests with breathtaking properties since 1999. The Timbers Resorts have 9 popular luxury destinations across the globe (see destinations).

We recently caught up with CEO of Timbers Resorts, David Burden. In our interview, we asked what the vision of Timbers Resorts was when it launched, as well as what the future vision of the company is. Enjoy!

LUXGetaway: What other destinations are on your radar?
David: We continue to keep our options open for other partially developed or completed opportunities in what we think are enduring established destinations, but that need a re-positioning, capital, etc. Additionally we are working on a site along the Mexican Punta de Mita coast. We are hoping to find a property in New York, Hawaii, another in the Napa/Sonoma area, south of France, London, Paris …

LUX: In 1999 when Timbers Resorts opened the first resort how many resorts were envisioned? 1?10? 20? 100?
David:1

The Ritz-Carlton Club, Vail: Destination Club & Private Residences

The Ritz-Carlton has opened its 10th Destination Club, with Private Residences in Vail, Colorado. Vail is well known for its world-class skiing and now becomes home to a new level of luxury with The Rtiz-Carlton.

The Bavarian-style architecture houses 71 private residences and 45 fractional residences. The Ritz-Carlton Vail is located at the base of Vail Mountain on the banks of Gore Creek and is walking distance from the famous dining and shopping at LionsHead.

When you pull into The Ritz-Carlton Vail you will quickly be greeted with their 5-Star valet service and then be escorted into their lobby where you can quickly access the Great Room, which has a beautiful fireplace and a view of the mountain. The Great Room also has a bar with a light menu available for snacks throughout the day. It’s the perfect multi-use space; guests and private residents often use this space for grabbing a drink with friends and family, relaxing with a book, or even working.

Four Seasons Resort Vail Features True Mountain Luxury

The Four Seasons Resort Vail is a luxurious mountain retreat in the Colorado Rockies. Located in Vail Village, the resort is only steps away from restaurants, shopping, and the slopes; this ski resort offers 5-star service and amenities. The Four Seasons Resort Vail recently opened in late 2010 and is already gaining a reputation for its grand alpine features and first-class service.

The most intriguing part of the resort’s main floor is the vast display of stunning art on display. Modern paintings hang on the walls, and vase sculptures crafted of bold colors are displayed throughout. The natural wood and limestone interior design, 75-foot lighted pool and 2 whirlpools, and a grand outdoor fireplace make this 10-story, 121-room hotel feel like a lavish mountain lodge.

Skiers and snowboarders will be pleased to know that the resort has its own Ski Concierge at the base of the Vista Bahn chairlift, which makes getting your equipment to and from the mountain effortless. Ski Concierge will store and clean your equipment nightly.

Hidden on the bottom floor of The Four Seasons Resort Vail is one of the most luxurious spas in the country. It features 13 treatment rooms and over 14,000 square feet of relaxation space. A visit to this spa is a must! Be sure to try their signature treatment, the ‘Spirit of the Rockies.’

Inspirato Combines Convenient Villa Rentals With Private Vacation Club Services

The convenience of enjoying independent luxury villa rental properties no longer requires a significant upfront cost as Inspirato has combined the advantages of the luxury vacation rental market with specialized amenities and personalized services of private vacation clubs. This combination gives more consumers access to the luxury vacation rental market and streamlines the reservation and membership requirements. With a $9,500 introductory price, market-based rental rates, and a $2,500 annual club fee, Inspirato is the first of its kind to combine this type of exclusive member service with such a large international luxury rental portfolio at rates well below comparable market prices.

With its expert staff of Personal Vacation Advisors and Destination Concierges, Inspirato is dedicated to offering excellent service throughout each member’s vacation. Concierges give expert advice for each rental site and are able to help with nearly every request imaginable. Setting spa times and making golf and restaurant reservations are as easy as a phone call away. Private arrangements with chefs and on-site transport coordination as well as making sure groceries are pre-stocked are just some of the hundreds of requests that the team of experts can fulfill. If you need recommendations for planning activities or even just simple daily housekeeping, this can be provided at no additional cost.

Luxe Home Swap Is Changing The Home Exchange Industry

The recently launched web site for Luxe Home Swap is driven by its members and lets customers negotiate their deals in their own way. Membership costs $159 per year, which may seem expensive at first for such a website, but your membership includes the ability to list as many houses as you want while swapping with other members as many times as wish. Also, if you haven’t completed a swap in your first year of membership, you get your second year absolutely free.

Luxe Home Swap helps members avoid problems other similar websites tend to have which may even lead to offers to swap the wrong size home, wrong setting, and even in the wrong country. There are already 500 members that have joined the website and some have listed multiple homes. Each week, more homes are added as roll-out into various key markets continues. Moscow, Los Angeles, Buenos Aires, and Brisbane are just a few of the homes they have listed from around the world with more added daily.

Napa Valley’s Hidden Gem: The Carneros Inn Luxury Resort

The Carneros Inn, a PlumpJack Resort, is a place for romantic couples. This attractive resort is located at the most beautiful atmosphere and stunning surroundings. It is in the middle of 27 acres of endless rows of grape vines, bucolic Napa farmland and local countryside. The luxury resort is inspired by local countryside yet has stylish and modern interior to fulfill the needs of guests.

The unique Carneros Inn offers 86 attractive individual cottages and 10 suites. Finest facilities and services are available for an extremely comfortable stay. In most cottages there are outdoor private gardens and patios with gas-fired heaters. Choose the indoor bathroom under the garden-side window or an option is available for a romantic shower outdoors. Napa Valley cottages are 450 square feet indoor living space as well as private patios and landscaped courtyards. Two cottages are combined and joined by extended deck and garden.

Four Seasons Residence Club Vail – Now Open

Four Seasons Residence Club Vail was opened in Vail, Colorado on April 8, 2010. It is an all season resort located at gateway of Vail Village, where Vail Mountain is viewable by all the 19 fractional ownership homes. It is one of the most beautiful locations where Residence Club guests enjoy their luxury hotel facilities.

There are 5 different residence types, ranging from 1,835 to 3,500 square feet. Each home is luxuriously furnished from fully appointed kitchen, wireless internet, gas fireplace with stone surround, flat screen television with surround sound to premium noise-reducing doors and windows. Every detail is created with luxurious and extreme comfort in mind.

Cabo San Lucas Luxury Villas at Esperanza Resort

What better place to spend a honeymoon this summer than the beautiful tranquility of the Esperanza Resort in Cabo San Lucas. The Mexican layout combined with the beauty of the Sea of Cortez can make for the most memorable vacation or honeymoon of one’s entire life. Love the resort? Partial ownership (Priviate Residence Club) or whole ownerships are also available.

With 60 villas, this is a paradise unlike any you could have dreamed of. As you walk along the private beach, you find yourself dreaming and wishing you could live there forever, which is why it has such frequent return guests. Whether your pleasure is indulging at the spa, or wandering among the wonderful talent displayed at the Art and Sculpture gallery, or even playing online thorugh the wireless internet that is offered, your desires can be fulfilled at one of the most magical and tranquil resorts to ever grace existence.

Own a Piece of Florence: Palazzo Tornabuoni Resort

Palazzo Tornabuoni, an independent private residence club is managed by Four Seasons Hotel and Resorts. It is the Florence’s first Private Residence Club. Florence is the capital of Tuscany which is famously known for its history, art, architecture, and cuisine. Visitors come from all over the world to view its beauty.

The history goes back to 15th century when Palazzo Tornabuoni was a home to a future pope, later it was restored and reopened as a residence club that is offered only to its maximum 288 members, who receive a transferable and willable membership in the club