Everlands Annual Dues
The ultra-luxury destination club Everlands allowed members unlimited travel annually for $40,000 per year. Using a model unique to the club, non-members were allowed to use the Everlands' properties along with members until the club reached the 100 member mark. At that point, members would have exclusive access to the club's residences. The $40,000 covered "all amenities, such as world-class dining, fine beverages, local transportation, and a broad array of sports instructions, equipment and outdoor adventures."
The club quietly grew to nearly 50 members but as the financial and real estate markets began their descent, Everlands was at the top of the list for destination clubs most affected by the economic downturn. Lehman Brothers was a major financier and investor in the club and their bankruptcy not only caused the Dow Jones to drop nearly 300 points, but adversely affected Everlands growth.
In February of 2009, Everlands ceased new membership sales and marketing efforts and began the search for another destination club to absorb their members. After a great of diligent research, Everlands would announce an exclusive partnership with Ultimate Escapes, a leader in the destination club sector in terms of members, properties, and total destinations. Ultimate Escapes would offer Everlands members preferred terms on memberships and continue the conservation theme created by Bob Burch and the Everlands club.
To learn more about Everlands Life, please visit the club's quick links found to the right, including additional information about the club's pricing, executive team, and resignation policies.
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