Club Med is considered the inventor of the premium all-inclusive vacation in the 1950s, thus establishing a completely new type of holiday. In 2004, the company repositioned its business to the upscale segment of the global tourism market, developing into a premium provider of high-quality, hospitable, and multicultural all-inclusive vacations in exclusive locations worldwide. Today, Club Med comprises a total of 50 sun resorts and 20 snow resorts on four continents, the majority of which are luxurious Four Trident resorts and the Five Trident resorts of the Exclusive Collection. The tour operator, headquartered in Paris with a branch in Frankfurt am Main, also offers cruises with the sailing ship Club Med 2. Club Med's trademark is the premium all-inclusive concept for couples and families, which includes accommodation, catering, childcare, and numerous sports and activities.
