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EXPERIENCE THE EXTRAORDINARY. NOT ONCE IN A LIFETIME, BUT EVERY TIME!
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| I don’t usually place a personal note here in my newsletter, but the news I just received seemed to justify this one exception. Just hours ago, I learned that Virtuoso Travel Suppliers nominated me (out of 2000+ advisors world wide) as a finalist for MOST INNOVATIVE ADVISOR 2014. I am truly humbled because this award goes to the advisor who stays ahead of the affluent traveler and makes trends instead of following them. I cannot express what an honor it is to have an organization like Virtuoso nominate me for this award-and I share this honor with our stellar team. So much of the time and effort we spend on behalf of our clients is to achieve innovative travel experiences that are not just once in a lifetime, but every time. That’s the whole point of the Chad Clark Certified™ Experience. Virtuoso's network of travel suppliers recognizing us means the world to our team and to me. We so respect what they do and so value their support in our efforts. They are truly “the straw that stirs our drink”! Thank you to our supplier partners for this unexpected honor. I look forward to seeing all of you at the Virtuoso Week Awards Gala on August 14.
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CREATING MEMORIES ON FILM! ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD
The ultimate in travel luxury isn’t a destination, or a first-class ticket. Those things are ultimately ephemeral. Real luxury is preserving your most precious moments – enjoying that feeling of wonder and elation again and again. The latest trend in experiential travel involves turning the family vacation into a broadcast quality film, using experienced professional filmmakers to record the experience and edit it into a cinematic artefact, that both entertains family and friends and gives a priceless insight into the family experience at that time and place for future generations. Imagine three generations of your own family on safari in East Africa being featured in their own film! Australia travel company Filmmaker Abroad is pioneering the concept. They offer both passive and active models. In the active version, the clients can learn to host, direct or photograph their own film, mentored by experts. The passive version means simply paying a flat fee to have an experienced filmmaker accompany your family or group then deliver a memorable film of the experience a month later. Tasteful coffee table books of holiday photographs have become a popular addition to a special holiday, but wouldn’t an entertaining film be even more evocative, memorable and enduring?
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| ROYAL TREATMENT IN PARIS! PARIS, FRANCE Chic, sophisticated, surprising, Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris represents the next generation of Palace hotels in the heart of Paris. Within walking distance of the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysées and beautiful Parc Monceau, it is now, as it has always been, one of the essential spots in which to experience the beauty, style and social buzz of this extraordinary city. With impeccable elegance and immaculate service, their highly trained staff dedicate themselves to making your stay as perfect as possible. Meanwhile the stunning aesthetic, unmatched location and remarkable facilities make this hotel one of the finest luxury establishments in the world and a worthy addition to the Raffles lineage. Originally opened in 1928, our guest register is a virtual Who's Who of the good and the great: from Josephine Baker to Winston Churchill, Ernest Hemingway to Michael Jackson. Recently refurbished to the highest standards by French designer Philippe Starck, the hotel attracts la belle élite of today with its daring mix of art and architecture, culture and cuisine, design and high drama. The touchstone when it comes to selecting the archetypal luxury Parisian hotel, Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris is both timeless and of its time, surprising yet sophisticated, beautifully presented yet delightfully relaxed - an oasis for the well travelled and one of the world's great hotels, loved by those with an adventurous spirit and a taste for the very best.
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CHAD CLARK TRAVEL VENTURES CERTIFIED™ EXPERIENCES PROGRAM
FEATURED IN FORBES
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"When high-end travel agent Chad Clark started “certifying” various travel experiences he was just trying to provide another level of personalized service for his demanding clients. But it turned out he was onto the biggest trend in the luxury travel business." READ MORE..........
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| Who will win a CHADY this year in Las Vegas?
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Last year, at Virtuoso week in Las Vegas, special awards of merit were given by judges (Chad Clark and Andi Bean at table 105-B) to our fearless and creative suppliers who managed to endure over 400, four minute appointments. Their passion and presentation skills clearly allowed them to rise above all of the other presenters this year on our track- Track B. We at Chad Clark Travel Ventures appreciate all the time and effort that goes into giving a quality presentation and with a dose of good fun, we are very pleased to award them with this distinguished honor- A CHADY. We look forward to seeing you in Las Vegas -for we'll roll out the red carpet for you! The following winners were presented a CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE for the following categories:
Most Creative Presentation: David Scholefield, Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Best Presentation by a Duo: Paula Carroll and Niall Rochford, Ashford Castle
Best Table SWAG (Stuff We Always Get): Jon Gersonde, Mauna Kea Resort
Best Presentation without use of an IPAD: Antonio Wang- Park Hyatt Shanghai
Best Performance Day 1: Semiha Askin, 51 Buckingham Gate
Best Performance Day 2: Octavia Lee, Ventana Inn and Spa
Best Performance Day 3: Ashley Diaz & Robin Wakeley, Backroads
Best Performance Day 4: Omer Acar & Florence Dubois, Le Royal Monceau
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|  | Picutred next to a CHADY: Top Right to Bottom: Paula Carroll and Niall Rochford (Ashford Castle) Anthonio Wang (Park Hyatt Shanghai), David Scholefield (Fairmont Scottsdale Princess), Ashley Diaz (Backroads) | |
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POST CARDS FROM OUR PARTNERS
FOUR SEASONS BORA BORA BORA BORA, TAHITI Wrapped by majestic views, Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora is surrounded by sand-fringed islets on an outer coral reef that enclose a turquoise lagoon. Steep yourself in the island’s traditions, activities, and authentic cuisine. Get "off the grid" at "chillax" at one of the world's finest resorts!
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|  | Celebrating their Certification are Four Seasons Bora Bora Sales Manager- Cia Jacobs and General Manager- Michel Volk. These guys give our clients the CERTIFIED™ Royal treatment! | |
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WHY IS CHAD CLARK TRAVEL VENTURES DIFFERENT?
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| GREAT TRIPS DON'T HAPPEN BY ACCIDENT.....BAD ONES DO!!!
Weather, Crowds, Special Events, Visas, Passports, What do you do in case of an emergency? What makes us unique, is that we remove the hassle from the entire travel process and allow you to only think about enjoyable things. Chad Clark Travel Ventures is about enjoying the absolute best life has to offer and helping others enjoy it too. Life is too short. Time is too precious!
Here's a few things to consider:
First class or private jet transport – Jump to the front of the line, or better yet, you’ll skip the line entirely with transportation that’s private, personal and ready when you are. Elite arrival and check in – Never mind customs, hotel check-in, or even touching a single piece of luggage. It’s all handled.... and so is the unpacking. Your time is your time to enjoy
Hotels anticipating your arrival – You’ve stayed in the best hotels, but you haven’t been an “anticipated guest” of the best hotels… It’s treatment you can get used to, we promise.
Worth-your-time excursions – Think personal. We take the time to really get to know what you want out of your time away. We’ll help you get creative, with a world that is fully open to you.
Personalized cuisine experiences – Personal and romantic? Hands on and educational? Social and fun? Whatever your looking for when it comes to food, you’ll have it on a silver platter, a banana leaf and anything you can imagine in between.
Exclusive access – Price is not your issue. It’s... can you get in? With our connections, we can get you in.....to almost anything in the world.
Don't settle for the "Fly and Flop" vacation. Experience the extraordinary. Not once in a lifetime, but every time!
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"Time is a precious thing. Never waste it"
~Willie Wonka
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|  | Chad Clark(L) and Giuliano Morandin(R) Head Barman at The Dorchester Hotel- London | |
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