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Building the infrastructure to experience the world.

Wander pioneered the “hotelification” of vacation rentals – combining the quality of a luxury hotel with the comfort of a private vacation home. Now we’re taking our verticalized travel experience guests love global with an end-to-end travel platform for trips, experiences and concierge service.

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OPPORTUNITIES TO INVEST

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LEADING THE WAY

We’re creating a new category

Wander is transforming the $1.3 trillion (and growing) lodging industry with a guest experience that merges the best of both worlds in hospitality – and pulls demand from both markets. Source: Statista

LODGING INDUSTRY – $1.3T

Vacation rentals$100B+
WanderHospitality vacation rentals
Hotels & resorts$1.2T+

IT'S A VACATION HOME, BUT BETTER

The Wander difference

Wander is different because we combine the quality of a luxury hotel with the comfort of a private vacation home. Only the top 1% of vacation homes are available on our platform.

Only the top 1% of homes

Only the top 1% of homes

We’ll never not look like the pictures. We select homes in the most beautiful destinations and pour our hearts into making them magical so you can leave your stress at the door.

Hotel-grade amenities

Hotel-grade amenities

We’ll never leave you with nothing to do. From workstations with super fast WiFi to gyms, pools, and saunas, our locations are set up for you to effortlessly blend work and play.

24/7 Concierge service

24/7 Concierge service

We’ll never leave you hanging. Our text-based Concierge is always available to help make your trip the best ever – from questions about the house to activity recommendations and more.

Inspiring and stunning views

Inspiring and stunning views

We’ll never leave you uninspired. Every Wander is located in an incredible setting with stunning views that will have you feeling inspired and refreshed in no time. Adventure awaits.

Meticulous cleaning

Meticulous cleaning

We’ll never have you check in to a dirty house with crusty ketchup in the fridge. Our cleaning teams are meticulous about quality. We won't leave you a list of chores at check out either.

Safety and security

Safety and security

We’ll never pass you off to a stranger. All of the Wander locations on our platform are hand-picked by us and managed to our incredibly high, industry-leading safety standards.

THE THESIS

Why Wander works

Wander has verticalized the traditionally fragmented components of the travel ecosystem into one unified experience.

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We consolidate the top 1% of properties on one platform

CONSOLIDATION

We consolidate the top 1% of properties on one platform

The top 1% of vacation rentals generate 35% of revenue. With the best vacation rentals in one place, travelers only have one place to look when they book.

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STANDARDIZATION

We standardize operations and distribute to our audience

Our standardized, portfolio-wide hospitality experience delivers guests a quality and consistent product with a compounding distribution moat.

We operate on WanderOS software with deep automation and AI

AUTOMATION

We operate on WanderOS software with deep automation and AI

Our end-to-end business operations run entirely on WanderOS, enabling us to operate with software-level margins and unlock superpowers to serve guests.

LEADERSHIP

A team on a mission

With deep experience across the hospitality, software, real estate and travel industries

FOUNDER & CEO

John Andrew Entwistle

John Andrew is founder and CEO of Wander since he started the company in 2021. Previously JA was the co-founder and CEO of Coder.com, Forbes 30 under 30 and a Thiel Fellow.

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CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

Kyle Tibbitts

Kyle has served as CMO at Wander since 2021. Previously, second marketing hire and Head of Brand Marketing at Opendoor and HotelTonight. He’s also the Founder of Paradox Capital.

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CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Karlene Holloman

Karlene has served as COO at Wander since 2024. Previously Karlene was CEO at Common.com and VP of Operations at Jour de Vivre Hotels (which was acquired by Hyatt in 2018).

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CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

Nathan Potter

Nathan has served as CTO at Wander since 2021. Previously Nathan was Head of Product at Coder.com and before that a Backend Engineer at both National Instruments and at Target.

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VP OF FINANCE

Lauren Vargo

Lauren has served as VP of Finance at Wander since 2022. Previously, Senior Accounting Manager at Verizon, leading a team responsible for billions in assets.

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Chief of Staff

Matt Kowalewski

Matt joined Wander in 2021 as the first employee and serves as Chief of Staff. Previously, Matt was Founder of Iconic Reach (acquired by EngageBDR).

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Head of Sales

Emilia Sperandeo

Emilia joined Wander in 2024 as Head of Sales. Previously Director, Strategic Partnerships at Angi and Business Development Manager at HomeAdvisor

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Director of Operations

Rachel Entwistle

Rachel joined Wander in 2022 as the second operations hire and is now Director of Operations. Previously, she led marketing at Coder.com.

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LETTER FROM THE CEO

Why we build

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We’ve all been there: you’re in desperate need of time away. The countdown is on. The bags are packed. You arrive at your vacation rental and…  It’s disappointing. It looks nothing like it did online. The WiFi is spotty. You can’t get a hold of your host. You’re left with a list of rules, from amenities that are off-limits to cleaning instructions before you check-out. Suddenly, you’re missing home. You reminisce about your own bed. You’re wishing you had booked a hotel.  Life has enough stress. Traveling should be an escape. We built Wander to help you find your happy place. We built Wander for you to create memories with the people you care about. We built Wander because the infrastructure to experience the world is broken, and you deserve better than that. We built Wander so that you could skip straight to the good part.  It starts with operating every single home on our platform, which means we have 100% control over the quality (high), the technology (smart), and the locations (inspiring). It means putting total home control at your fingertips through the Wander app, from opening the door to adjusting the lights to turning on the fireplace. It means getting the best of both worlds: the guarantees of a luxury hotel paired with the comforts (and space) of a home. It means peace of mind with 24/7 concierge service, so if you have questions – you’ll get answers, instantly. It means being able to unwind without having to unplug, with state-of-the-art workstations and super fast WiFi.  We believe humans are meant to explore the world, and that these experiences are best when shared. We believe a pioneering spirit – a call to blaze new trails and broaden our horizons – is embedded in our DNA. And we believe that, together with our customers, we can build a network of Wanders across the globe you can access with the push of a button.  When stunning settings and smart technology collide in just the right way, the result is something magical. An adventure that’s unexpected. An environment that stokes creativity and resets the mind. A sense of freedom and possibility that sticks with you long after you’ve checked out. Our product isn’t our app or inventory, but the feeling we deliver to our customers. The moments we create. We’re going places. Come join us.

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Three ways you can join the Wanderverse, today.

DONE FOR YOU

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Choose from dozens of stunning Wander locations from coast to coast. From quiet forests, to peaceful oceans to sunny deserts, we have something for everyone.

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DONE WITH YOU

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We’re a tight-knit team with a shared vision and a high-output work ethic. We’re all about serving our guests and creating magical experiences.

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DO IT YOURSELF

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Purchase an existing or new Wander property with stunning views, hotel-grade amenities and all the features you've come to know and love.

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EXPLORE OPEN POSITIONS

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Accountant

Argentina
FullTime

Accounts Payable Specialist (Remote)

United States
FullTime

Investor Relations

Argentina
FullTime

Investor Relations

United States
FullTime

Procurement Specialist

Argentina
FullTime

Remote Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialist

Argentina
FullTime

Remote Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Specialist

United States
FullTime

Remote Permitting Coordinator

Argentina
FullTime

Account Executive

Remote
FullTime

Business Development Representative

United States
FullTime

Sales Development Representative

Remote - Canada
FullTime

Sales Manager - Business Development Representative Team

United States
FullTime

Backend TypeScript Engineer - Core Services

Remote
FullTime

Full-Stack TypeScript Engineer

Remote
FullTime

Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

Remote
FullTime

Sales Enablement Engineer – TypeScript / Python

Remote
FullTime

Senior Cybersecurity Engineer

United States
FullTime

TypeScript Engineer - Event-Driven Systems

Remote
FullTime

TypeScript Infrastructure Engineer

Remote
FullTime

Event Sales Representative

United States
FullTime

Freelance Real Estate Photographer

United States
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Freelance Videographer

Remote—Central US
FullTime

Freelance Photographer/Videographer

Remote
FullTime

Onsite Project Coordinator (Atlanta)

Central U.S.A
FullTime

Onsite Project Coordinator (Kansas City)

Kansas City
FullTime

Onsite Project Coordinator (Texas)

Central U.S.A
FullTime

Property Maintenance Manager

Aspen
FullTime

Property Manager

Argentina
FullTime

Property Manager - Remote (Short-Term Rentals)

Mexico, South America - Remote
FullTime

Property Manager - Remote Short-Term Rentals

South Africa— Remote
FullTime

Property Manager - Remote Short-Term Rentals

South Africa— Remote
FullTime

Remote Property Manager

Argentina
FullTime

Remote Travel Concierge

Philippines
FullTime

Remote Travel Concierge

Jamaica
FullTime

Remote Wander Concierge

Philippines
FullTime

Vacation Rental Maintenance Manager

Mexico
FullTime

Wander Teton Valley Housekeeper

Tetonia, Idaho
FullTime

Real Estate Acquisition Assistant

Philippines
FullTime

Wander in the news

The latest press coverage, news articles, podcast appearances and more

Luxury Travel Magazine

Winter Snow and Winter Sun with Wander: Alaska, Montana, Vermont, Hawaii, and Miami

Luxury Travel Magazine partner
Luxury Travel Magazine partnerDec 2, 2024

Hollywood Life

Redefining Golden State Getaways: The Wander Experience

Hollywood Life partner
Hollywood Life partnerNov 20, 2024

PAPER Magazine

Wander's Top Luxury Retreats: Wander Orcas Island, Wander Falling Leaves, Wander Oconee Shores, Wander Big Sur Point, and Wander Puako Bay

Paper partners with Hilary Tetenbaum
Paper partners with Hilary TetenbaumNov 5, 2024

Life & Style

Wander: Modern Comfort for the Contemporary Traveler

Kody Boye
Kody BoyeOct 8, 2024

Grit Daily News

Smart Technology Meets the Future of Vacation Rentals with Wander

 Spencer Hulse
Spencer HulseSep 21, 2024

International Business Times

Wander Sets A New Standard In High-End Hospitality Market

IBT Staff
IBT StaffSep 11, 2024

OK! Magazine

Why Settle for a Hotel When You Can Wander?

OK! Magazine Staff
OK! Magazine StaffSep 5, 2024

NBC Bay Area

A 26-year-old's quest to beat Airbnb

Scott McGrew
Scott McGrewJul 1, 2024

VentureBeat

Wander’s path to profitability with hotel-quality vacation homes

Jon Stojan
Jon StojanJul 3, 2024

Forbes

How One Company Is Changing Luxury Travel

Geoff Whitmore
Geoff WhitmoreJul 2, 2024

Fast Company

How a luxury vacation rental startup is using AI to guide guests

Steven Melendez
Steven MelendezJun 21, 2024

USA Today

One of These Vacation Homes is Not Like the Others: Wander’s Rise in High-End Vacation Rentals

Kody Boye
Kody BoyeJun 13, 2024

Rolling Stone

Wander is pioneering the ‘hotelification’ of luxury vacation rentals

Jon StojanMar 22, 2024

Skift

Short-Term Rental Investment Funds to See More Action This Year

Srividya Kalyanaraman
Srividya KalyanaramanMar 21, 2023

Not Boring

Owning happy places – Not Boring with Packy McCormick

Packy McCormick
Packy McCormickJan 31, 2023

Wall Street Journal

The Office of the Future Might Not Be an Office

Wall Street Journal
Wall Street JournalMay 17, 2022

Insider

Work from vacation: Wander startup offers remote workers rentals in idyllic locations

Jordan Pandy
Jordan PandyFeb 9, 2022

Wall Street Journal

Working Vacations Have Never Felt This Good

Katherine Bindley
Katherine BindleyDec 10, 2021

Crunchbase

Exclusive: Wander Raises $7M To Help People Live And Work Anywhere

Sophia Kunthara
Sophia KuntharaOct 20, 2021

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