We’ve created three tools to help consumers analyze the cost of destination clubs.

Membership deposits and annual dues

Destination club fees span a wide continuum, from $30,000 for High Country Club to $3 million for Yellowstone Club World.

Most of the clubs fall in the middle, with membership deposits ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. Our directory lists all 24 clubs, sorted from high to low. Read more »

Cost-per-night analysis

Destination clubs can actually be cheaper than luxury hotels and high-end vacation rentals. We created an Excel model to convert deposits and dues into a nightly cost for every leading destination club. Read more »

Compare to second home ownership

Even when factoring in real estate appreciation, destination club membership is comparable to the expense of owning a vacation home. Our discounted cash flow analysis compares the two options over a ten-year horizon. Read more »

Directory of clubs

Cost-per-night analysis

Second home comparison