exceptional people inspiring adventures

At Aces Abroad, we know people are your biggest asset. Its our goal to ignite their passion and creativity through adventure and exploration. Although we may travel in groups of 10 or 600 people, we understand the importance of the individual experience while abroad.

nimble and powerfulWhile planning a travel program, Aces Abroad joins your team, customizing processes that best support your objectives, coupling efficiency with customer service. Our size allows us to adopt your vision; Our affiliations deliver the clout necessary to command exceptional service on your behalf.

An affiliate of Travel Experts….

#1 Virtuoso Member with industry relationships and support necessary to provide individual and corporate clients with extraordinary travel experiences

A network of 200 + independent contractors partnered to optimize buying power and share trade secrets

Dedicated supplier representation – a key asset in an industry notorious for trouncing on the term customer service

The most competitive airline contracts awarded – offering more flexibility, special pricing and upgrades, and exclusive access to premium seats and services

A robust back-office team overseeing technology and software systems to provide optimum efficiency, security, reporting and technical support

Combining ten years of consumer goods management experience in sales, logistics, and customer service with ten years exploring the world, consulting and planning international travel for groups, big and small Julie Carani activates her passion where enterprise and adventure intersect.

Aces Abroad works as an integrated part of your corporate team to develop unique programs that surprise and delight attendees. Our service package is customized to your particular needs as we endeavor to bring each program to life.

We contract directly with suppliers and you enter into agreements with Aces Abroad on specific elements of the program.

Aces Abroad generates income in three ways • Fee-based ticketing, consulting, and management• Supplier commissions• Markup on net or under-commissioned rates

Every client is unique and fees are based on time, risk and complexity of the program.

We offer a full suite of travel services.

your advocate, always

Destination SelectionContract Negotiations

Rates, Concessions, TermsRegistration ProcessesLogistical supportBooking

Air, Hotel Events, ToursTransportation

Travel Support 24/7On-site ManagementEmergency/Crisis Management

serviceswith you, every step of the way

your talent, optimized Offload tedious travel processes so your team can concentrate on program concepts and content

timing is everything We drive the planning calendar so you retain leverage during negotiations and throughout the program

you don’t know what With over 200 potential points of negotiation in a five day

you don’t know trip, firms managing their own travel often leave valuable opportunities unaddressed

risk is manageable An acute understanding of industry cost drivers enables us to anticipate, plan, and budget with accuracy

you are unique Strong industry relationships and behind-the-scenes experience enable us to tune supplier teams and processes to deliver service that is synchronized to your event

it’s about people We understand behaviors, anticipate needs and ignite passion on-site to deliver exceptional hospitality

shit happens We aggressively address unavoidable travel inconveniences before they become critical and smooth ruffled feathers when glitches arise, as they always do

why outsource?

destination selection processTogether we will select a destination worthy of your investment that sparks creativity, cultivates meaningful interaction and leaves a lasting impression on your entire team.

To get started we will…1) Define the vision2) Apply geographical, financial and logistical parameters3) Develop a broad destination list4) Identify and address obstacles 5) Issue request for proposals6) Compile destination summaries and preliminary budgets7) Review and prioritize destinations 8) Conduct site inspections9) Negotiate contracts10) Initiate planning calendar