In this context, it is the presence of exclusive memberships rather than private ownership that makes a ski area private.

The Khalwati was very conscious of their public image and wanted the order to become more of an exclusive membership for the upper class.

Most holders of top position in the power elite possess exclusive membership in one or more social clubs.

It comprises an exclusive and experienced membership of 200 private individuals from Southern England and early stage venture capital funds.

At Vic's order, the cab stopped at the Cobalt Club, which was noted for its exclusive membership.

Three years later, the club's congress decided to make membership exclusive to Egyptians, earning them the title of 'the people's club'.

Award-winning restaurant and exclusive membership of the Amarna Spa for guests.

The MCK said that its policy of ethnically exclusive membership was for the preservation of the people's cultural identity.

There is no exclusive membership of the PAM community.

It became the playground for an exclusive international membership of kings and admirals, Hollywood stars and British aristocrats.