Naples, Fla., and Another Abaco Destination in the Bahamas are Newest Home Acquisitions for The LUSSO Collection; 18th and 19th Luxury Residences Help Boutique Club Maintain Best Member-to Property Ratio in the Industry

Date: June 20, 2007

People looking for a tranquil oasis and a wealth of activities can find it at all at Villa Serena in beautiful Naples, Florida and at the Sea Turtle Cottage, located at The Abaco Club Resort in the Bahamas. Villa Serena is the 18th luxury home acquisition by The LUSSO Collection - an exclusive destination club providing members a collection of multi-million dollar homes in the world's most sought-after vacation destinations (www.lussocollection.com). The villa's lovely main home and guest house offer LUSSO's growing membership a new destination travel option in a club that boasts unlimited access and the best member-to-property ratio—5.5:1 among leading luxury destination clubs.

In addition, a second home has been added to LUSSO's Bahamas destination. The Sea Turtle Cottage (the 19th LUSSO residence) is located in the Abaco Club Resort near The LUSSO Collection's first property, the Astor Cottage. With 2,800 sq. ft., four bedrooms, each with a private bath, and a private hot tub overlooking the ocean, this luxurious oceanfront cottage offers access to all of the resort's satisfying amenities. From golf on the world's top-rated Abaco Club Golf course to horseback rides along the surf, a full-gym workout, or a relaxing massage at the club's top spa, the Sea Turtle Cottage gives visitors stunning sunsets and hours of relaxation, with tropical refreshments from Buster's on the Beach.

"Villa Serena is a captivating property with generous, lovely designed space, making it an ideal vacation home that will comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests," says Steve Greer, founder and CEO of The LUSSO Collection. "And with the addition of a new home at Abaco, LUSSO members now have two prime choices to get it away from it all with this beautiful seaside escape. Besides providing two more stunning options for our Members, the new Naples and Bahamian destinations are perfect places for family and friends to gather together in celebration, whether you covet both homes' welcoming solitude, or the easy access to all the great things there are to do in sun-drenched Naples and that paradise that is Abaco. We're very excited to announce these special acquisitions."

More About Villa Serena
Set in a secluded and serene part of Naples, yet within walking distance of its renowned beaches, world class shopping, art gallery and dining experiences, LUSSO's latest residence boasts more than 5,200 sq. ft. of gorgeous living spaces, including a gourmet kitchen, a well-appointed great room, and an expansive pool, patio and spa anchored in luscious greenery. Its four bedrooms come with private balconies or patios that open onto the central pool and living area for a private retreat that ultimately feels like a resort in the Mediterranean. Besides the cosmopolitan and cultural offerings of the new LUSSO destination, the idyllic location provides entree to some of Florida's top recreational and environmental adventures. In-shore and offshore saltwater game fishing is readily available, alongside the untamed tropical wilderness of the Everglades.

About The LUSSO Collection
A new leader in luxury destination clubs since 2006, The LUSSO Collection currently offers its growing membership base unlimited access to 19 private luxury vacation homes in some of the most sought-after vacation destinations, from Hawaii, Cabo San Lucas (Mexico) to Kiawah Island (South Carolina), Deer Valley (Utah), New York, Great Abaco Island (Bahamas), La Jolla (California) and other places, with expansion into Europe soon. LUSSO residences average more than $3 million in value and an on-site concierge offers hassle-free planning for a truly luxurious vacation.

The Club is ultimately targeting 100 properties across more than 25 destinations with a member cap of 550 to ensure availability and unlimited usage for members, family and friends. Being a LUSSO member eliminates any burdens brought on by owning a second or third home, a timeshare or the limited usage of fractional ownership. LUSSO members pay a membership deposit (currently $375,000) that is 100% refundable upon resignation (secured through DepositTrust™) and a Membership Reward equal to 50% of the increased value of their deposit during the time they were a member. Annual dues are $26,500. The company is based in the Twin Cities area in Minnesota.

The LUSSO Collection also offers a compelling member benefits program, The LUSSO Life™, providing what no other luxury travel or vacation club can: An impressive array of lifestyle benefits that are practical, exciting and maybe even life-saving.

Benefits include:

  • MedjetAssist to serve members in the event of a medical emergency.
  • An exclusive partnership with JDCS Luxury Attache in New York for hard-to-get tickets and reservations anytime, anywhere in the world
  • Gold Passes for the skiing and snowboarding season and unique event access offered through a partnership with The US Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA)
  • An exclusive partnership with Corporate Golf Companies for unprecedented access to private golf courses nationwide, one-on-one instruction, and executive golf retreats.