Another travel startup that found itself scrambling to pivot as the COVID-19 pandemic took off is now announcing a huge round of funding after finding its feet and proving that it can grow, even under adverse circumstances. AvantStay — which has built a platform where it decorates and then lists properties owned by others for […]
AvantStay launches first international offering in Mexico
US: “Next-generation” hospitality brand AvantStay has launched its first-ever international offering by partnering with Mexican luxury villa rental company Blue Desert Cabo.
Through the partnership, the company will deliver a collection of 50 luxury villas, along with customised concierge services through its booking site as “Blue Desert Cabo by AvantStay”. The villas will range from two bedrooms to larger spaces, starting at $1,500 per night.
In a press release, AvantStay founder and CEO, Sean Breuner, said: “Our partnership with Blue Desert Cabo guarantees a best-in-class getaway and is a strong addition to our portfolio as our first international venture. Cabo San Lucas as a destination seamlessly aligns with our brand DNA and serves as an example that we are listening, supporting and customising our platform to meet the needs of our loyal customer base.
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A luxury short-term rental company’s expansion into Mexico is yet another sign hospitality brands like what they see in the future of high-end vacation home rentals.
Los Angeles-based AvantStay is expanding into the Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, market through a partnership with luxury villa rental brand Blue Desert Cabo, the companies announced Tuesday exclusively to Skift. The partnership, which begins with roughly 30 listings and plans to go up to around 50, is the first international foray for AvantStay, which specializes in short-term rentals for groups.