Two great reviews! A massive thanks!

Date: 2nd October 2014
Subject: Review of recent Club Med holiday.


Another fabulous review for Travel Club Elite, whereby one passenger saved over a £100 on her Club Med holiday. 

"Travel Club Elite were very impressive efficient and I saved money too. I was very pleased to save £100 off the price of my recent club med holiday. Everything was very efficiently handled and I will definitely use Travel Club Elite again!"

Mrs V Wilde, Cambridge

Another thanks us for making the booking process so easy!

"Excellent Service from Travel Club Elite! We were planning to book a holiday in Greece through our normal well-used route of dealing directly with the holiday company. Friends advised us about Travel Club Elite and we therefore approached them."

"We found their service to be excellent and price more competitive than dealing directly with the holiday company. I will be using Travel Club for our next holiday arrangements."

Mr H Barlow, Truro, Cornwall

Review: Club Med Valmorel

Subject: Review of Club Med Valmorel.

Hi there,

On behalf of the 6 of us who have just returned from Valmorel  I would just like to say a huge thank you for the best Club Med holiday we have all ever experienced.

Club Med Valmorel, Valmorel

From the airport lounge at Birmingham to our private transfers each way and food on the plane which was a bonus and very welcome on the way home yesterday. Due to an accident on the way to collect us our taxi was a little delayed, conditions were terrible getting down the mountain due to snow most of the night and we only had 1 1/2 hours to check in, which we managed went through security and they were boarding the plane a little tight but we all arrived home safe and sound with everything intact which is always a bonus.

Once again can I please say a huge thank you to you and all your staff for making our holiday really enjoyable.

Kind Regards

Mrs S Price

NOTE: For any more information on Club Med Valmorel, please go to our website. Or call us on 0121 213 0012. 

 El Gouna, Club Med Holiday Review

Date: 13th August 2013

Subject: Elaine Barnes (customer services) visits El Gouna, and offers her thoughts on the resort.

Our resident Customer Services advisor Elaine Barnes took a trip to El Gouna at the Club Med El Gouna Resort in Egypt. She has worked in travel for many years and is sending regular updates about her latest trip to Club Med El Gouna. Her first report comes from, well, you can work out for yourselves from her photographs!

Club Med El Gouna

I had two bottles of champers on the flight out so couldn’t cope with anymore. You can’t beat a cold beer at lunchtime. Having a lovely time. Very impressed with the food and service here. That’s the french for you. Wine is nice and plentiful and El Gouna harbour is amazing, very chic. Def the St Tropez of Egypt.”

You can head over to our Club Med El Gouna page for more details of the Club Med El Gouna resort – there is also a video of Club Med El Gouna for you to take a look at. We arrived in Hurghada airport and were met by a Club Med representative who escorted us to our 20 min private transfer to the Club Med El Gouna resort.

Our rooms at Club Med El Gouna were Club Room Superior which had recently been refurbished to a very high standard. We had twin beds with his and hers sinks, shower and panoramic terrace front doors overlooking the gardens and the zen pool.

Each day we were greeted in our room by a different ‘towel origami’, skillfully arranged by Tawfek our room attendant. On one afternoon, we came back from lounging by the lagoon with our champagne cocktails to find that Tawfek  had thoughtfully gathered some exotic flowers from the gardens and placed them in our room.

A Garden Party was held during out stay to which all hotel guests were invited. The catering staff worked extremely hard to prepare the tables and chairs around the Zen pool to encourage guests to mingle and get to know their fellow holidaymakers. The pool area was well equipped with comfortable loungers and parasols and the Club Med staff were always on hand to serve an array of delicious cocktails and drinks and pool snacks.

The lagoon provided a great place to paddle and cool off during the midday heat. We were also able to practice our windsurfing skills in the shallow waters that the lagoon provided, before venturing out into the open sea. The resort was well laid out, with only having two storey buildings, with all the facilities easy to find and within easy reach.

The food at Club Med El Gouna exceeded all expectations. There was a wide choice of fresh sea food, prepared in front of us by one of the friendly chefs.  They prepared a variety of dishes for people with differing palates, too.The desserts were comparable to a French patisserie and the selection of wines and cheeses made for a perfect dining experience.

FACTFILE:

Location: North of Hurghada, on the Red Sea

Board Basis: All Inclusive

Rooms: Club Room, Deluxe Rooms, Suites

Sports: Aqua-fitness , Archery , Club Med fitness , Snorkelling, Guided walks, free practice of Beach soccer and Beach volleyball

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Club Med Sandpiper Review

Date: 13th August 2013

Subject: Sandpiper Review for Club Med Holidays

Experience a Florida Holiday with Club Med at Club Med Sandpiper, Florida. A family resort, Club Med Sandpiper excels in sports, fitness and families. One of our customers recently returned from Club Med Sandpiper and was so impressed, they sent in the following Club Med Sandpiper Review.

  We booked through Travel Club Elite who were extremely efficient, on the ball and got us a good price from Club Med – Will definitely be back to use them again!

  We are a family of 4 – children age 15 and 10, returning from Club Med Sandpiper Bay. We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay. Kids club for the 10 yr old was perfect as she could sign in and out as she pleased. Latitude 27 was superb ( run by GO Ethan who was amazing) We saw glimpses only of our children during the week as they ate every meal ( stacked burgers,paninis pasta and pizza only I believe!!) with new found friends. My husband and I sat in the adults only section of the restaurant and enjoyed some fantastic food – a good selection for everyone. The wine however is shocking!”

  The GO staff were by far the best we’ve experienced at Club Med Summer Sun Resorts – probably the USA service side of life and no tips would be accepted,even by porters with luggage. Check in and departure were a breeze and we even had a stretch Hummer to take us to the aiport! The chef du village , Lionel , was superb.

  The evening shows run by Fernando were again the best we have experienced! The fitness classes run by Audrey were phenomenal – wow! She has trained celebs and athletes and Club Med are so lucky to have her – she beats any personal trainer I have ever been to! Washing machines and tumble dryers at $1 a cycle are fantastic! This is a predominately English speaking CM compared to others I have been to ( although Americans there thought it very French!).

On a more negative side be careful of room selection – apparently there are various Family Rooms – some have segmented areas ( one area with King bed segmented by a wall housing two singles or bunks separated by bathrooms) Others ( which we were given) are one large room with all beds in one space. This is the poorest set up with Club Meds we have stayed in. I asked agent before I left but she was unaware – be aware and ask to see room before hand! In busy times this may not be possible, but we were their when it was quiet ( Florida schools had gone back) .

  The air-conditioning sounds like a 747 at take off speed – you get used to it after a 7 nights! They also only have 4 catamarans – come on Club Med – buy some more!! Also, water skiing used to take place of another Jetty which now looks like its not used – water skiing was stopped due to expense but the bay is perfect for water skiing and not so much for boats! Paddle boards are readily available – look out for dolphins!

  The Discovery centre is exhorbitant- day trips are more than quadruple the cost of a family of four hiring a car. A local round trip to shops is $35pp Its only 6 miles !! Does anyone use them??? Hire a car independently if you decide and they will deliver and collect from CM ( Avis ) Booking Car rental before you go is much cheaper than when you get there.

All in all, Club Med delivers for a family holiday – it caters for everyone! Mrs P, Hampshire, Family of 4, visited Club Med Sandpiper Bay 13th August 2012 for 16 Nights

Club Med Da Balaia & Travel Club Elite Review

Date: 23rd September 2012

Subject: Club Med Da Balaia &Travel Club Elite Review

Dear Staff at Travel Club Elite,

Thank you, for once again arranging my second holiday this year with Club Med.

This review is about Club Med Da Balaia, Portugal.

Travel Agents:

I have booked Club Med Holidays each year for over the last 5 years. I usually holiday with my 2 grown up children - my son and daughter both in their 30's.

Sadly I didn’t find Travel club Elite until around 3 years ago - and found them on a recommendation from a friend. I say sadly as they really are a fantastically, helpful, travel agency who have good contacts with Club Med and wide experience of Club Med Holidays (and I am sure all other holidays as well!).

  

Sue has also been extremely helpful in researching possible dates for my trips to Portugal - finding out the best (cheapest) days to travel /arrive. For example arriving on a weekday as opposed to a weekend can save over a £150 a person. She does this willingly and patiently even though sometimes the dates / prices mean that I don’t book on that occasion. I am a widower and had previously paid Club Med a single occupancy charge - whereas travel Club Elite told me about single room availability -  again saving me £100's.

And for every Club Med Holiday they offer a 5% discount off the Club Med brochure prices - quite a significant amount for our party of 3 adults!  

Club Med Da Balaia:

Club Med Da Balaia, Portugal

Club Med Holidays are usually very well organised, nice clean premises and lots of very well prepared food. The accommodation is usually as described and comfortable.

Club Med Da Balaia is an excellent resort - very well kept - with very friendly GO staff where most of them speak English. The food is exceptional and is truly 5-star dining where guests do dress up for the evening meals. It’s impossible to be hungry - with both an option for late breakfasts and late afternoon teas/ pancakes/ice creams -as well as the 3 main meals a day.

The evening shows and other daytime entertainment and sports tuition is given in several languages and English is prominent.  Lots of possible sports including kayaking in the summer, archery, poolside games, and of course Golf.

On arrival at the resort you are met by a GO/s with a welcome cocktail - and your luggage is taken to your room for you.

Da Balaia caters for all languages offering translations as part of any announcements / entertainments etc. The Resort is close to a really nice sandy beach with a Club Med private area, seating and private life guards. However getting to the beach is down a really long flight of stairs and some people could find this difficult. The outdoor swimming pool is very clean but is usually really cold in spite of being "heated'.

To summarise if you are thinking about a club med holiday discuss it with Travel club Elite; they know what they are talking about and you will save money if you go.

  

A Club Med holiday at the right resort is brilliant.

Kind regards

B.Winterflood

Club Med Sandpiper Bay & Kids Club Review

Date: 14th September 2012

Subject: Club Med Sandpiper Bay Review

We are a family of 4 - children age 15 and 10 ,returning from Club Med Sandpiper Bay. We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay.  Kids club for the 10 yr old was perfect as she could sign in and out as she pleased.  Latitude 27 was superb (run by GO Ethan who was amazing)  We saw glimpses only of our children during the week as they ate every meal (stacked burgers, paninis, pasta and pizza only I believe!!) with new found friends.  My husband and I sat in the adults only section of the restaurant and enjoyed some fantastic food - a good selection for everyone.  The wine however is shocking!

The GO staff were by far the best we've experienced at Club Meds - probably the USA service side of life and no tips would be accepted,even by porters with luggage. Check in and departure were a breeze and we even had a stretch Hummer to take us to the airport!  The chef du village , Lionel , was superb.  The evening shows run by Fernando were again the best we have experienced !  The fitness classes run by Audrey were phenomenal - wow!  She has trained celebs and athletes and Club Med are so lucky to have her - she beats any personal trainer I have ever been to!  Washing machines and tumble dryers at $1 a cycle are fantastic!  This is a predominately English speaking CM compared to others I have been to (although Americans there thought it very French!)

Club Med Sandpiper Bay

 

On a more negative side be careful of room selection - apparently there are various Family Rooms - some have segmented areas ( one area with King bed segmented by a wall housing two singles or bunks separated by bathrooms)  Others ( which we were given) are one large room with all beds in one space.  This is the poorest set up with Club Meds we have stayed in.  I asked agent before I left but she was unaware - be aware and ask to see room before hand!  In busy times this may not be possible, but we were their when it was quiet ( Florida schools had gone back) .  The airconditioning sounds like a 747 at take off speed - you get used to it after a 7 nights!!

They also only have 4 catamarans - come on CM - buy some more!!  Also, water skiing used to take place of another Jetty which now looks like its not used - water skiing was stopped due to expense but the bay is perfect for water skiing and not so much for boats!  Paddle boards are readily available - look out for dolphins!

The Discovery centre is exhorbitant- day trips are more than quadruple the cost of a family of four hiring a car.   A local round trip to shops is $35pp Its only 6 miles !! Does anyone use them???   Hire a car independently if you decide and they will deliver and collect from CM ( Avis )  Booking Car rental before you go is much cheaper than when you get there.

All in all, Club Med delivers for a family holiday - it caters for everyone!  We booked through Travel Club Elite who were extremely efficient ,on the ball and got us a good price from CM -- Will definitely be back to use them again!  

Parkinson Family

Club Med Recommendation

Date: 4th August 2012
Subject: Club Med Recommendation

Dear, Travel Club Elite

Your company was recommended by a friend who has been on two Club Med holidays with her family. The last one was to Cub Med Italy in May and you managed to find her a great deal with her not travelling direct. We are interested in a Club Med holiday too, but for September. We don't have a massive budget so any savings would be great. We look forward to hearing from you soon. 

Kind regards,

Eliza foster

Club Med Cherating Beach Review

Date: Friday 29th July 2012
Subject: Club Med Cherating Beach Review


Hello,


We have just been on holiday to Club Med Cherating Beach and both kids and adults had an enjoyable time. We are now looking to see where we might go next July! 

 Thank you, Paul Walsh

Club Med Palmiye Review

Date: Fri 1st June 2012
Subject: Club Med Palmiye Review


Dear Travel Club Elite,


As regards to my stay at Club Med Palmiye - I was very impressed with it and had a wonderful Club Med holiday. I particularly enjoyed the gardens and the general running of Club Med Palmiye was impeccable and I intend to take my grandchildren there next year - the Mini Club was the best I have seen and I have stayed at many Club Meds over the years.

I look forward to your comments,


Sincerely,


Wendy Hutchinson

Subject: Club Med Val D'Isere Review
Date: 28.11.11

Having stayed at a few Club Meds in the past we knew what to expect from this years choice!

Good service, great food, fun entertainment and most of all incredible ski-ing. We weren't to be disappointed.

Club Med Val D'Isere is a fantastic resort, it's just a shame there aren't more hours in the day to take in the village as well as ski morning till night! Club Med location is brilliant, just off to the left of one of the main runs down into the village. This is a large property and was full when we went, but even so it was well organised, there were enough staff on hand to deal with the volume of customers, so there was little time spent hanging around waiting to be served. The food in the restaurant was just great, a fabulous selection with all tastes catered for and so much of it too! We are fairly fussy wine drinkers, though by no means connoisseurs, however we found the wine very drinkable. Most drinks are included (except top label spirits, etc) and they are served in abundance by good humoured friendly GO's. There were lots of lovely extras you don't read about: the after ski welcome on the patio, one day champagne & canapes, another hot mulled wine & snacks.

If you like to take in the village atmosphere there is a bus service which takes about 5 minutes or you can walk it in about 15 minutes along a narrow road, which isn't ideal! Or you can ski it easily.

The standard rooms were basic, clean, of a reasonable size and furnished well enough for a ski holiday.

The only extras to pay apart from specific spirits, champagne etc is the ski hire. All Club Meds charge top prices for this so be aware of that before you go!

All in all I would highly recommend it.

Stephanie - Family with a 21, 18 and 12 years old

To Book Club Med Val D'Isere with HUGE holiday Savings Visit www.TravelClubElite.com or Call 0121 213 0012.  ABTA 25 years.

Club Med Gregolimano Review

Date: 20/10/2011
Subject: Club Med Gregolimano Review

Hi Sue

Wondered if you could look into another holiday and be my angel again! Bali accommodation in the Summer with Club Med, same passengers etc

By the way, we had a wonderful time in Club Med Gregolimano, the extra cost for 10 days was worth it and so relaxing!  Thank you again for all your help.  Hope we can do something similar next year!

Look forward to hearing from you soon.

Regards,

Bernard

The Extra Mile In Customer Service - February

Sent : 02 February 2011 14:15
Subject : Club Med Holiday In May

Dear Louise,

I thought I'd just email to say thank you very much for sorting out the alteration to our holiday. I was impressed with your patience and helpfulness and we would certainly book our future holidays with you.

Thanks again,

Samantha

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Club Med Portugal Holiday Review

Club Med Portugal Holiday Review

Just returned from Club Med Portugal, Da Balaia and we had a wonderful time. The resort is lovely.

• The Golf Hotel we stayed in had big rooms and (just) a sea view, decor a little tired, but there were 2 other hotels on the resort nearer the centre which had great sea views.
• The food was FAB!
• The beach was great - v picturesque
• Staff v. friendly
• Fair number of English families - 3 including us so our girls had a great time.
• Pool nice, but as we were the first week of the season - it was freezing at the start of the week.
• Weather was above average - sun every day and about 22 - 24 degrees.

It was a great holiday.

Thanks for all your help.

Sadie

If you would like to book a Club Med Portugal Holiday, Da Balaia then visit www.TravelClubElite.Com/ for HUGE Club Med Savings! ABTA Bonded.