exclusive resort

[/ɪkˈskluːsɪv rɪˈzɔːrt/]
nounpl: exclusive resorts
resort exclusivo
1. A high-end vacation destination or hotel that restricts access to a select clientele, typically offering premium amenities, personalized service, and limited capacity to maintain exclusivity and luxury
The exclusive resort on the private island offers only ten villas for its most distinguished guests.
O resort exclusivo na ilha privada oferece apenas dez vilas para seus hóspedes mais ilustres.
2. A luxury accommodation facility that is not open to the general public and often requires membership, invitation, or significant financial commitment
Members of the country club have access to the exclusive resort in the mountains.
Os membros do clube de campo têm acesso ao resort exclusivo nas montanhas.
In Brazil, exclusive resorts represent status and luxury lifestyle, particularly popular among wealthy Rio and São Paulo residents for weekend escapes. In the USA, they symbolize wealth and exclusivity, often featured in lifestyle media. The concept emphasizes privacy, personalized service, and separation from mass tourism, reflecting broader cultural values around luxury consumption and social status in both countries.
NYC Slang
bougie getaway spot / members-only luxury spot
Synonyms / Sinônimos
luxury resortupscale resorthigh-end resortprivate resortelite resortboutique resort
Antonyms / Antônimos
public resortbudget resortmass-market resortaccessible resort

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resort exclusivo
Most common term used across Brazil for upscale, restricted-access resorts
Rio de Janeiro
resort de luxo exclusivo
Often emphasizes luxury aspect alongside exclusivity in this region
São Paulo
resort corporativo exclusivo
Frequently used in business context for corporate retreats and executive getaways
Portugal
resort exclusivo or hotel de luxo privado
Portuguese prefer 'privado' alongside 'exclusivo' to emphasize restricted access

Related Words

luxury accommodationfive-star hotelVIP treatmentmembershipamenitiesprivate accesspremium service

Related Idioms & Phrases

get away from it all
live the high life
exclusive club mentality
money talks
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