Ian Cambata

Chicago Executive Airport , IL

Luxury Travel Specialist - President

As a luxury travel professional with decades of personal experience, personal connections, and a strong reputation, I'm passionate about creating unforgettable travel experiences for my clients. Travel has been a part of my life since childhood, a...
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I've acquired a unique perspective on luxury travel by experiencing a wide array of travel experiences throughout my life. From business and first-class seats to luxury hotels, resorts, and far-off luxury camps, luxury ships, charter aircraft and ships, my experiences and personal connections allow me to create bespoke experiences for my clients.

In addition to my personal experience, I'm a Certified Travel Advisor (CTA) from the Travel Institute and a Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP) from the IBCCES, enabling me to create bespoke trips for sensory-sensitive/ASD individuals and their families.

When planning luxury travel experiences for my clients, the most important considerations are understanding their needs, interests, preferences, and time available. I strive to create bespoke journeys that reflect my client's unique needs and desires.

To ensure that my clients have a seamless and enjoyable travel experience, I rely on my personal connections and strong reputation with travel partners. By working with trusted partners, I can provide my clients with the best possible travel options to meet their unique needs.

What sets me apart from other luxury travel professionals is the fact that I come from a family-owned and operated company with a history dating back 100 years. Our legacy and unique planning approach, combined with our unique travel partnerships, dedicated team, 24/7 support, and advanced technology solutions, allows us to create an experience that's unique to our agency. Each of our trips represents our legacy, and after 100 years of service, we ensure our legacy continues to thrive.

One particularly memorable travel experience I planned for a client involved a combination of visiting Turkey and the Maldives - two destinations not usually paired. We arranged a private Gulet complete with a private chef, scuba gear, and all the toys for Turkey. The family sailed the coast, island-hopping and enjoying Mediterranean feasts with fresh-caught seafood daily. This was followed up by a marvelous week in the Maldives with a private overwater villa, complete with a private pool and water slide, and private seaplane transfers.

What I enjoy most about working as a luxury travel professional is sharing the world, experiences, and perspectives with travelers. Time is one of the most valuable commodities we have, and maximizing it with friends and loved ones, experiencing something spectacular, makes for the most memorable moments. Being a part of that is what drives my passion.

If you're interested in learning more about how I can help you plan a luxury travel experience that exceeds your expectations, please don't hesitate to contact me. Together, we can create a bespoke journey that reflects your unique needs and desires and creates lifelong memories.

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Certified Autism Travel Professional

CATP Certification

As a Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP) from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), I'm passionate about making travel accessible and enjoyable for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or other Sensory Sensitivities, and their families.

I believe that travel is an integral part of our world and personal development, and it's disheartening to see so many families with an ASD (or similar diagnosis) family member feel that it's not possible to travel. By becoming a CATP, I've acquired the specific skills and knowledge required to plan and execute travel accommodations and experiences that are accessible and accommodating for individuals with autism.

One important consideration when planning travel for individuals with ASD is understanding their goals for the trip, the accommodations they require, and any specific needs or sensitivities that may exist. I work closely with families to help them understand that there are actually a variety of travel options to support their family's needs.

Common challenges I've encountered when working with families and individuals with ASD include helping them understand that things may need to be fluid and that we may need to pivot to alternative plans, which can be difficult for some individuals. However, I address these challenges by building trust with my clients and being transparent about the planning process.

To ensure that travel accommodations and experiences are accessible and accommodating for individuals with autism, I rely on years of experience and relationship-building with travel partners. By having the right relationships in place, I'm able to provide my clients with the best possible travel options to meet their unique needs.

For individuals and families planning their first trip with someone with autism, my advice is to trust in the process and be comfortable with things being fluid. While we may have great plans, we may need to pivot to alternative plans, and that's okay. I'm there every step of the way to provide guidance and support.

What I enjoy most about working as a CATP is sharing the world, experiences, and perspectives with individuals who thought they would not be able to comfortably enjoy those experiences. By making travel accessible and enjoyable for individuals with ASD, I'm able to help them expand their horizons and create lifelong memories.

If you're interested in learning more about how I can help you plan an ASD/Sensory-friendly travel experience for yourself or someone you love, please don't hesitate to contact me. Together, we can create a travel experience that meets your unique needs and exceeds your expectations.

My Reviews

49 of 91 people found this review helpful

Amazing honeymoon in Africa

Ian did an amazing job planning/arranging our entire honeymoon. My involvement was limited to identifying the two countries of interest (South Africa and Zimbabwe). Ian did the rest. I was impressed by the amount of activities/site we were able to fit into the two weeks without feeling rushed. Ian was even available over the weekend to help when one of our flights was cancelled due to weather. I would happily work with Ian again!

By Michael from Chicago, IL
Traveled to South Africa ~ Africa

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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3 of 4 people found this review helpful

A wonderful Costa Rican adventure

Ian was a true professional and went above and beyond for our trip. His recommendations and itinerary were exactly what we needed. It is always a pleasure working with him to plan our next vacation. I would highly recommend working with him.

By T from Colorado Springs, CO
Traveled to Costa Rica ~ Central America

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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INCREDIBLE family trip

We're all so glad we worked with Ian and his team. We had a massive trip that required a lot of details being tended to, and a lot of conflicting priorities and preferences. Ian was able to sort it all out and determine what would be the best opportunities for us. Some of us had bigger budgets than others; some of us wanted intense hotel services, others wanted more hands-off - Ian and his team sorted all of it out ofr us, we are so happy.

By Carpenters from Phoenix AZ
Traveled to Greece ~ Europe

I would recommend this agent to my family and friends

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