The Exclusive Collective launches with agreement to acquire Inspirato
Summary
The Exclusive Collective, a luxury travel platform, is acquiring Inspirato, which manages professionally managed luxury rentals. This expansion targets high-net-worth travelers and could potentially offer new avenues for homeowners and partners, though details are limited. Hosts should keep an eye on how these developments might impact the luxury rental market.
Key Insights
- •The combined platform targets more than 25,000 high-net-worth travellers annually.
- •The group expects the platform to generate more than $500 million in revenue and approximately $70 million in EBITDA in 2026.
Action Items
- ✓Consider how this trend in luxury travel might impact the broader market and whether it creates opportunities for your existing or future properties.Effort: lowImpact: medium
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