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Bravo’s newest docu-drama, "First Class All the Way," premieres Monday, Nov. 3, at 10 pm ET/PT.
The show follows Sara Duffy, founder of a Los Angeles-based multi-million dollar travel concierge business. But keeping those high-class clients happy isn’t always easy, as this series reveals.
It reminds me of that old show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous. Remember that? It’ll be fun watching Duffy try to deliver the champagne wishes and caviar dreams to her clients — billionaires, socialites, celebs, and anyone else with way too much time and money on their hands.
More after the jump…
The only downfall will be wishing *I* was checked into those private yachts, luxury villas, and exclusive resorts. But hey, it’ll be worth it. This season’s trips include:
- A trip to Monte Carlo for five wealthy housewives, who’ll get a private tour of the Monaco Royal Family’s art collection and a meeting with Prince Albert
- A romantic getaway to Italy’s Amalfi Coast for actor Sam Page (Shark) and his long-time girlfriend
- The ultimate guys vacation for Heroes star Leonard Roberts and his buddies, who’ll check out a private villa Tuscany.
Duffy’s got the creds to do it, too. She’s worked in the travel industry for 17 years and was recently named one of Travel & Leisure magazine’s "A-List" agents. Her staff includes Cynde Schneider, an industry vet for more than 25 years and described by Duffy as "the voice of reason in the middle of chaos"; Monica Selvaggio, a perfectionist who’s been working with Duffy for more than three years; and Cindy Wirth, the highly-opinionated friend of Duffy’s who just recently took on the job of a concierge.
Sounds fun!
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Rather belatedly saw what seems to be the final episode (THANK GOD) of this little show. Ironically, the manner in which Sara dealt with Cindy Wirth revealed her to have no class or professionalism whatsoever. What could be seen instead instead, was jealousy oozing out of every pore of her being. (I suppose Cindy’s impeccable style and professionally showed her up too often).
Kudos to Cindy for responding with dignity by merely walking away as Sara’s badly attired and chubby frame flailed about. Clearly Sara seems to delight only when surrounded by equally pretentious and ill dressed sycophants.
Definitely not 1st class in ANY way – the poetic justice lies in the fact that this was indeed Sara’s swan song. So much for “next level”!
Glad its all over. Now we can feed starving children somewhere.
xoxo
Dear Hailey, thank you so much for your kind first impression comments. Now over 200 days plus since the final episode, I am in back in Italy, homeland to my daughter. One thing very positive came forth from my participation on First Class All The Way, through my Facebook I was contacted by 1000′s of strong positive viewers that expressed their support. Hailey, stay an individual, unique, elegant and truthful. Dont watch reality TV but make a reality of your own life. All is within reach. Warmest regards, Cindy
That Cindy is a real bitch… wow, just choked on my wine as she announced how “unique” she is. Yes, a unique pain in the ass. Never seen a bigger diva get her clients so wrong as she bored the hell out of the three single men she brought to Italy! It was as is she plotted sheltering them for the entire world so that she could be the only woman in eye’s sight for the entire duration of the trip. Perhaps she thought she’d get lucky.
A real bitch. Glad she got sacked!
Sara and gang….I too am “one of you” and have been since 1993 on the west coast of BC. Your show has recently been shown on Star TV channel and I have really enjoyed watching you and the others in action. This is my passion as it is yours and networking and knowing the right people is the key to giving clients the dream of a lifetime. I “retired” from full time TA work in Dec 2001 after 911 and the demise of C3000 Airlines/Holidays and began working from home with specialty groups and VIP clients. This keeps me busy but I am not happy just booking the $1.43 flight from yvr to yyz or……there is more out there than Mexico, AI resorts etc. Your show has given me great ideas to forge ahead with. Will you film any more shows?
Warm wishes from Canada and the Fraser Valley of Beautiful British Columbia
Loved the show. I felt as though I was there….. What a great look into the “good life”. Sara has an amazing talent for making the impossible, impossible in the World of elites.
Tanya not only looked beautiful, but has some great whit…cant wait to hear what she says next. I’ll looking forward to my next trip next week.
Dear Jane, so much for spell check!
As I said, happy to speak to you at anytime!
Although the economy has changed drastically since the filmimg of the show, the beauty of the locations we filmed at still hold their own.
Travel is still one of the best forms of mental escape. In times as uncertain as we are feeling currently, travel is as important as it has ever been. Modifications can be made to vacations that can make it affordable and provide a much needed break from our daily lives and stress. It also gives the opportunity to spend quality focused time with the ones who are closest to us.
Best regards,
Sara
Jane, It would be a pleasure to do an interview with you!
So much has changed in the wrld since the show was fimed. I would love to talk further about the current travel trends.
Best,
Sara
1179 days ago
[...] Don’t forget! "First Class All the Way" premieres Monday, Nov. 3, 2008 at 9 pm ET/PT on Bravo. We’ve already got the inside scoop from a few fans of Sara Ryan-Duffy and her team. Check ‘em out right here. [...]
Hey Jane, I am on that show too. Sara really pulls through and it takes more than just contacts. She has genuine friends in the business that helps make the demands she is presented with come into the Reality. Drama is never far from any business……keep watching.
How fun to get this “insider” info! Thanks for posting, everyone, and now I’m REALLY looking forward to the show.
Hmmm…I wonder if Sara would be interested in doing an interview with me…
Sara is an excellent travrel consultant with lots of knowledge and experience in travel industry globally. we cant wait to tune in every Monday night at 10. YOU GO GIRL……..
wishing you all the best,
xoxo
Shahab and Tim
I am incredibly excited to see First Class All the Way mostly because I lost contact with Cindy Wirth years ago. Cindy is the ultimate travel and lifestyle professional. I was married for several years to an incredibly demanding (but loving) woman – Cindy was the only one that was ever able to meet my late wife’s over the top and impossible expectations – she was able to get us access to places that only most would dream – On a trip to Italy, Cindy managed to set up a private lunch cooked by the Vatican nuns, then closed down a designer boutique in Milan so my wife could shop, and then had us both flown by helicopter to the Ferrari race track in Mugello for a few test laps! Perfection! Cindy is that very rare type – a perfect blend of beauty, style, and discretion – I can not wait to watch the show!!!!
Hello!!!! I know who you are and thank you. Your wife always knew what she wanted and I LOVED IT!!! I am back in Italy as a Director of a unique contemporary resort outside of Florence. I have many new adventures to add to your next trip to Italy. It feels great to be back-food, culture and an array of endless dream scenarios. I have more keys than St. Peter that open the doors to some of Italy’s most devine locations. Come and play. You can contact me on Facebook Cindy R Wirth. Thank you again for your post….I would not have imaged you would have even come across my name or the show. Warm regards to you and your wife. Cindy
Sam Paige is now on Mad Men and he is sooooo hot! I can’t wait to see what he is like in real life. This show will be awesome.
Sara is an awesome travel consultant. This should be a great show.