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See You Out Here - Discover Boating | Clapboard Ad Archive

Discover Boating’s 2022 See You Out Here campaign, crafted by Cutwater, redefines recreational boating’s cultural footprint by embracing a younger, more diverse generation of enthusiasts and positioning the brand as the definitive, inclusive gateway to the lifestyle of freedom and joy found on the water. This film-driven initiative leverages a strategic foundation built on rigorous segmentation and mindset research with MRI-Simmons and ZMET to authentically capture evolving consumer attitudes and the expanding demographic that now engages with boating. The campaign’s creative execution employs what Clapboard’s taxonomy classifies as FORMAT#10—Associated User Imagery—by spotlighting real boaters from varied backgrounds through vibrant lifestyle vignettes and ambassador narratives that communicate accessibility without resorting to contrived storytelling or problem–solution clichés. Anchored by a dynamic brand anthem and supported by a rich content library, See You Out Here invites longtime enthusiasts, newcomers, and prospective boaters to envision boating as a shared community experience that transcends traditional stereotypes, making it relevant and aspirational across socioeconomic and cultural lines. By showcasing the experiential diversity of life on, in, and under the water, the campaign not only reflects the current surge in participation but also signals the future trajectory of boating within the recreation, leisure, and sports market categories. Discover Boating amplifies its role as a comprehensive resource hub by integrating practical advice on boat buying, rentals, and activities with inspirational storytelling, thereby fostering deeper engagement and positioning itself as an essential touchpoint for a broad audience. The campaign’s reach, underscored by over 147,000 views, demonstrates meaningful audience resonance. Clapboard rates this campaign 63/100. This campaign matters to the industry because it demonstrates how lifestyle brands in traditional recreational categories can evolve by authentically embracing diversity and inclusivity, thereby expanding their cultural relevance and market potential.

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We’re in the Business of You - Air Canada | Clapboard Ad Archive

Air Canada’s 2019 campaign We’re in the Business of You, created by FCB for the transport sector, articulates a customer-centric vision that positions the airline as an indispensable partner for business travelers seeking a seamless, premium experience. The campaign’s 60-second film serves as the narrative fulcrum, portraying an eclectic mix of professional passengers navigating the entire journey with Air Canada’s award-winning business class, recognized by Skytrax as North America’s best. Rather than focusing on a single protagonist or a problem-solution format, the campaign adopts what Clapboard’s taxonomy classifies as FORMAT#10 ASSOCIATED USER IMAGERY, dramatizing the lifestyles and aspirations of diverse business travelers to create an authentic resonance. This approach allows the brand to emphasize key touchpoints such as priority boarding, exclusive lounge access, and attentive onboard service, crafting a holistic story that reflects the airline’s dedication to comfort, reliability, and success on every mile flown. The communication strategy weaves these elements into a coherent, emotionally engaging narrative that elevates Air Canada beyond the transactional role of a carrier to that of a partner invested in its customers’ professional achievements and well-being. The film’s storytelling is complemented by a broader integrated marketing effort that leverages social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to foster community engagement and direct traffic to Air Canada’s digital ecosystem for bookings and information. This strategic layering reinforces the brand’s leadership in the travel and leisure category by underscoring its commitment to detail and service excellence tailored for discerning business clientele. Clapboard rates this campaign 60/100. This campaign matters to the industry because it demonstrates how a transport brand can deepen emotional connection with a specialized audience by translating premium service claims into relatable user experiences that reflect contemporary professional lifestyles.

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Born to Let Go - Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec | Clapboard Ad Archive

Born to Let Go is a content-driven campaign launched in 2019 by Cossette for the Alliance de l’industrie touristique du Québec that redefines travel storytelling through an intimate exploration of Québec’s diverse landscapes and culture. Targeting international audiences in the hospitality and tourism market, the campaign follows two pairs of high-profile travelers—US photographer Paola Franqui and her mother, alongside French influencers Alex Vizéo and Steven Herteleer—as they immerse themselves in the province’s natural beauty and authentic experiences. This narrative approach aligns with what Clapboard’s taxonomy classifies as FORMAT#10 Associated User Imagery, where the aspirational yet relatable profiles of real travelers invite viewers to envision themselves in the same journey of escape and rediscovery. The campaign’s emotional core is further amplified by an original soundtrack, a cover of Daniel Bélanger’s Fous n’importe où performed by Québec singer-songwriter Charlotte Cardin and music producer CRi, which adds a nuanced sonic layer evoking the freedom and tranquility central to the Québec experience. Comprising nine media assets, Born to Let Go leverages a multi-channel strategy orchestrated with Hearts & Science to maximize digital engagement through social platforms and dedicated travel planning resources, thus extending its reach and reinforcing QuébecOriginal’s positioning as a premier global travel destination. The campaign’s emphasis on genuine human connection and sensory immersion eschews traditional product push in favor of evocative storytelling, allowing the viewer to vicariously let go of daily stresses and embrace the warmth, adventure, and cultural richness that define Québec’s hospitality ethos. Clapboard rates this campaign 71/100. Born to Let Go matters to the industry because it demonstrates how blending influencer-led narratives with culturally resonant music can deepen emotional engagement and elevate destination marketing beyond mere visuals to create a compelling invitation to experience place through shared human desires.

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Only Slightly (More) Exaggerated - Travel Oregon | Clapboard Ad Archive

Travel Oregon’s 2019 campaign Only Slightly (More) Exaggerated, crafted by Wieden + Kennedy, redefines destination advertising by embracing a bold, animated approach that celebrates the state’s authentic appeal through imaginative exaggeration. In a competitive travel and leisure market, this campaign harnesses the storytelling power of animation studios Psyop and Sun Creature to visually amplify Oregon’s natural landscapes and cultural vibrancy without compromising the core truth that it is a real place visitors can explore firsthand. By leaning into hyperbolic and surreal visuals, the campaign embodies what Clapboard’s taxonomy identifies as FORMAT#9—Symbolize the Benefit—where the product’s advantages are represented through symbolic, heightened imagery rather than straightforward narratives or testimonials. This creative choice allows Travel Oregon to capture the wonder and adventure inherent in its diverse offerings, from rugged coastlines and towering forests to thriving local communities, presenting them as larger-than-life experiences that remain grounded in reality. The single film asset, distributed across Travel Oregon’s digital channels in English throughout the United States, serves as a compelling call to action that prioritizes emotional resonance and imaginative engagement over conventional persuasion. This strategy not only differentiates Travel Oregon’s brand identity but also challenges traditional destination marketing by delivering a visually arresting, playful portrayal of place that invites viewers to envision themselves within Oregon’s unique environment. The campaign’s emphasis on genuine discovery and real-world adventure, juxtaposed with its stylized animation, deftly balances credibility with creativity, ensuring the message resonates with an audience seeking both inspiration and authenticity in their travel choices. Clapboard rates this campaign 84/100. Only Slightly (More) Exaggerated matters to the travel and leisure industry because it demonstrates how combining inventive animation with symbolic storytelling can elevate destination marketing beyond mere promotion and into the realm of memorable, emotionally charged brand experiences.

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A room with many views - Québec Original | Clapboard Ad Archive

Québec Original’s A Room with Many Views, developed by Lg2 in Year: 2017, reframes destination marketing for the hospitality and tourism sector through a distinctly human lens, placing a relatable couple at the centre of a journey that transforms passive viewing into immersive aspiration. The narrative orbits the act of awakening — each morning finds the travellers in a different room, faced with a breathtaking new view, guiding viewers through a sensory itinerary carved from some of Québec’s most iconic and lesser-known landscapes, from the whale-rich waters of Manicouagan to the timeless corridors of Château Frontenac and the ethereal glow of Foresta Lumina. The campaign sidesteps overtly promotional tropes and eschews the solution-driven, celebrity-led, or testimonial-laden conventions, instead anchoring its emotional pull in what Clapboard’s taxonomy classifies as FORMAT#10—Associated User Imagery: the audience sees themselves in the protagonists, invited to imagine their own mornings unfolding across vineyards, skydiving drop zones, lively art festivals, and zipline routes soaring over Old Montréal. This strategic creative device shifts the communicative focus from static destination listing to a lived experience—one that feels spontaneous, tangible, and intimately possible. Interactive extensions drive further engagement at Québec Original’s dedicated platform, nudging travellers to build their own mosaic of adventures, whether tasting artisanal cheese in Charlevoix, riding the Lévis-Québec ferry over calm waters, or partaking in Montréal’s kinetic festival scene. The constructive play between cinematic pacing and experiential storytelling delivers an affective punch that resonates, evidenced by over 1.9 million views and significant user interaction—quantitative indicators of a narrative that compels and converts. The visual approach elevates the region’s natural grandeur without artifice, allowing each locale to establish mood and meaning; the couple’s understated interactions lend credibility and relatability, ensuring the viewer’s attention stays rooted in the possibilities the province offers. Québec Original leverages this campaign to reset consumer expectations for travel in Québec, framing it not as a series of checkboxes but as an ever-renewing invitation to surprise, connection, and discovery. Clapboard rates this 71/100. As tourism and leisure brands search for relevance in an experience-obsessed marketplace, A Room with Many Views underscores the value of narrative authenticity and imaginative entry points for aspirational consumers.

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Travel Changed Me - Away | Clapboard Ad Archive

Travel Changed Me by Away, crafted by American Haiku for the travel and leisure category in 2025, redefines how travel is portrayed in brand storytelling by centering the experience on personal transformation rather than destination tourism. This campaign unfolds through a 90-second film set in Bangkok, where the protagonist—a woman in the brand’s core demographic of women aged 25 to 40—moves through the city’s sensory tapestry, culminating in a powerful moment of catharsis at a Thai boxing ring that signifies an awakening and deeper self-discovery. Away’s travel essentials are embedded organically within the narrative, reinforcing the brand’s role as an enabler of meaningful journeys rather than a mere supplier of luggage. American Haiku’s collaboration with HBO’s The White Lotus franchise adds contextual depth, building on prior partnerships such as the White Lotus product line to amplify the theme of transformation and cultural immersion. The campaign’s modern and nuanced directorial approach aligns with Away’s unique brand identity, inviting viewers to see travel as a catalyst for change and growth, not simply an escape. What Clapboard’s taxonomy classifies as FORMAT#5—Exemplary Story—anchors the campaign’s creative strategy by making the product a vital element in the protagonist’s evolution, ensuring the brand presence is both intrinsic and indispensable to the storytelling. Visuals and sound design work in tandem to evoke the vibrancy of Bangkok’s streets and the intensity of the boxing ring moment, creating an immersive sensorial experience that resonates with the target audience’s aspirations and values. The campaign deploys a single film asset across Away’s social channels and e-commerce platforms, using narrative-driven content to deepen community engagement and brand loyalty among women who seek authenticity and transformation through travel. Clapboard rates this campaign 64/100. This campaign matters to the industry because it demonstrates how travel brands can transcend traditional destination marketing by embedding their products within emotionally resonant stories that speak directly to modern consumers’ desire for self-discovery and cultural connection.