New Growth Spurs Membership Price Increase As Home Portfolio Doubles
SALT LAKE CITY, UT – May 17, 2007 – BelleHavens Equity Destination Club announces several new membership developments, signaling its continued growth and leadership among the top clubs in the industry. As a result of its steadfast expansion over the last six months, the Club is launching new lifestyle-based membership plans and a schedule of planned increases in membership pricing.
Membership Pricing to Increase on June 16
Effective June 16, membership deposit rates will increase by $25,000 over the current rate, and are scheduled to increase again as new homes are added to the portfolio. As a result of the Clubs growth and fee increase, the average property purchase price also will rise, the effect of which will be more spacious luxury homes in more top locations around the world. Such transparency and advance announcements of price increases are indicative of BelleHavens, which has distinguished itself by being the preferred club for practical consumers and sensible buyers.
More importantly for consumers, the announced price increases present an immediate incentive to join BelleHavens within the next 30 days. Thats because as an equity member, getting in early means that the value and asset protection of the membership deposit will increase in just 30 days time.
New Tiered-Membership Structure Means Greater Accessibility for More Consumers
Effective immediately, a new tiered membership structure is available, providing more ways to join based on individual travel preferences. Furthermore, the new membership plans, include the addition of the more affordable Traveler plan, as well as the addition of the more premium Voyager and Explorer plans. These new options bring a wider range of choices to match various travel lifestyles. Until June 16, the lowest membership fee is $100,000, versus the original entry level of $200,000. After June 16 the entry level fee goes up to $125,000.
The four equity membership plans that are now available include:
Traveler Plan: $100,000, As of June 16, $125,000 – for 15-day usage
Adventurer Plan: $200,000, As of June 16, $225,000 – for 30-day usage
Voyager Plan: $300,000, As of June 16, $325,000 – for 45-day usage
Explorer Plan: $400,000, As of June 16, $425,00 – for 60-day usage
Eleven New Destinations Double BelleHavens Portfolio
In conjunction with the Clubs membership expansion, BelleHavens will introduce 11 new destinations: London; Paris; Italy; Puerto Vallarta/Punta Mita, MX; Costa Rica; Scottsdale, AZ; Southern Florida; U.S. Virgin Islands; Kauai, HI; Lake Tahoe, CA; and Summit/Eagle County, CO. These destinations were listed by members as their top preferences in the 2006 Annual Member Survey. As a result, BelleHavens portfolio will include even more national and international locales in beach, golf, ski and city destinations, and the Club will continue to offer members exceptional service and world-class amenities. Members will continue to enjoy the benefits of these $2+ million luxury homes fully equipped with a cooks kitchen, high-tech gadgetry, daily concierge and housekeeping services and more.
“As a result of our recent growth and strategic acquisitions, BelleHavens is in a highly competitive position,” says Darin Gilson, CEO and Founder of BelleHavens. “The introduction of eleven new destinations and a range of lifestyle-based membership plans is exciting, both of which herald BelleHavens sustainable leadership in the industry. There are more reasons than ever before to join, including superior asset protection and greater choices to enjoy lifes most amazing experiences with family and friends.
BelleHavens was launched in late 2004. It is a member-owned club and the leading equity destination club in the industry. BelleHavens offers members superior asset protection and the opportunity for customized luxury travel experiences. The Clubs private homes are located in popular resort destinations around the world. Current locations include mountain settings such as Jackson Hole, Wyoming in Teton Village and Deer Valley Resort in Utah. Sun, beach and golf destinations include La Quinta, California; Great Exuma, Bahamas; Hilton Head Island, South Carolina; Cabo San Lucas, Mexico; Riviera Maya, Mexico and the Kohala Coast of Hawaii. Members can also take advantage of an urban pied a terre in the heart of Manhattan. All homes feature custom designed interiors featuring locally inspired textiles, artwork and décor, as well as marble baths, gourmet kitchens with professional-grade appliances, and state-of-the-art sound systems and flat-screen televisions. Personalized service is provided by a destination concierge and a team of Member Experience Managers, assigned to each member during their stay. For more information visit www.bellehavens.com/actnow
