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Friday, April 1, 2011

Inspirato: Another travel flash sale site joins the mix

Filed under: Hotels and Accommodations, Internet Tools, Luxury Travel

Just when you think you've seen them all ... another travel flash sale site launches. The latest? Inspirato, the pet project of Exclusive Resorts co-founder Brett Handler. They tackle the deal concept with a twist - travelers pay an up-front fee to join the site and then enjoy ongoing discounted rates for the site's portfolio of brand-owned, full-service properties. Ironically enough, it appears its closest competitor also comes from another Exclusive Resorts alumnus - we covered the launch of Next Great Place earlier this month.

Care for a flash sale? They created iDeal to offer a flash sale model that's more similar to sites like SniqueAway and Jetsetter, offering special packaged programs at an additional discount for specific date ranges.

What we love?

Deals are open to the public, so everyone can see what's being offered- but only members can book.
Many of the deals offered are actually on private home properties (more than 40 are currently in the portfolio) in desirable locations like Vail, Aspen, Anguilla and Italy.
Reservations can be booked up to a year in advance, and, because you still pay individually for room nights, there's no limit to where or how often one can travel.
A Personal Vacation Advisor learns each member's preferences and assists in vacation planning, residence selection and booking, while a Destination Concierge offers local expertise and dedicated assistance before arrival and during the member's vacation.

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