DENVER, Sept. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspirato Incorporated (“Inspirato” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: ISPO), the premier luxury vacation club and property technology company, today reaffirmed its independent strategy following recent unsolicited interest in acquiring the Company. After careful review, the Board of Directors determined that pursuing such a transaction is not in the best interests of the Company, its shareholders, members, or employees. A Strengthened FoundationOver the past 14 months, In ...

Core Concept - Inspirato Incorporated has launched the Inspirato Pass, a new luxury travel membership program that offers access to curated luxury homes and personalized services for a fee of $40,000 per year, limited to 2,500 memberships [1][3][4] Membership Details - The Inspirato Pass allows members to travel as often as they like without nightly rates, taxes, or fees, providing a cost-effective alternative to maintaining a second home [5][6] - Pre-sale access for the Inspirato Pass has begun, with only 1,200 memberships remaining available out of the total 2,500, emphasizing exclusivity and personalized service [7] Company Vision - The CEO of Inspirato, Payam Zamani, stated that the Pass is designed to attract a broader customer base and reshape the luxury travel experience, focusing on quality and frequency of travel [4][6] - Inspirato aims to redefine luxury travel by offering a smarter way to experience the world, catering to the needs of today's luxury travelers [6][9]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported total revenue of approximately $63.1 million for Q2 2025, a decline of 6% year over year, primarily due to a planned decline in past subscriptions [23] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q2 was negative $300,000, a significant improvement from negative $9.2 million in 2024, with positive trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA of $3.9 million [22][23] - Free cash flow for Q2 was approximately breakeven at $200,000, with year-to-date free cash flow remaining negative at $7.3 million, showing improvement from the prior year [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Subscription revenue decreased by 23% to $19.4 million due to a strategic decision to scale back the previous version of Pass, while travel revenue increased by roughly 1% to $39.4 million, driven by a 47% increase in experiential travel [23][24] - The company had approximately 11,000 active memberships at the end of Q2, with 9,900 active club members and 1,200 active Pass members, reflecting a strategic shift towards club growth [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company achieved a 59% occupancy level in controlled accommodations, down from 71% in Q2 2024, while increasing average daily rate (ADR) by 24% [25] - The experiential travel business saw year-to-date growth of over double digits, indicating continued opportunity in this segment [24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on four key strategic pillars: operational efficiency, brand elevation, member experience, and digital platform [13] - A definitive agreement to combine with BioLink was announced, which is expected to enhance the company's technology-driven ecosystem and expand its market reach [9][12] - The combination is anticipated to be financially accretive, with BioLink contributing approximately $124 million in revenue and over $26 million in EBITDA for 2024 [12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's trajectory and emphasized the importance of operational improvements and disciplined execution [27][28] - The company is tracking towards full-year 2025 targets, including adjusted EBITDA between breakeven and $5 million and total revenue between $235 million and $255 million [27] Other Important Information - The company plans to relaunch the new version of Inspirato Pass, which is expected to drive incremental revenue and better align with the evolved brand strategy [23] - The reimagined Inspirato Magazine is set to relaunch in Q3, aimed at enhancing brand visibility and member engagement [15][16] Q&A Session Summary Question: Could you walk through the pro forma balance sheet cash levels, debt levels, and address how you're thinking about Capital One and the BuyerLink debt? - Management acknowledged that both BuyerLink and Inspirato have senior secured notes and anticipate refinancing some of the secured notes as part of the agreement [31][32] Question: Are Capital One and Citi supportive of the transaction? - Management indicated that both senior secured lenders are positive about the transaction and anticipate refinancing the Capital One note at the close [33] Question: What are the CapEx requirements over the next six to eighteen months? - Management does not anticipate any meaningful change in CapEx for either business, focusing instead on leveraging resources and capabilities [35] Question: How much investment or modification will be needed for BuyerLink to drive leads for travel and leisure? - Management stated that the investment is primarily in resources and prioritization rather than increased CapEx [39] Question: What does BuyerLink's growth profile look like? - Management noted that growth in BuyerLink will come from adding marketplaces and new verticals, with a focus on increasing consumer demand [40][42]