Soar & Explore plans dream holidays & honeymoons with a completely personalised approach. They really get to know you in order to tailor your perfect getaway.
Yorkshire Brides | Weddings popped them in the hot-seat to discuss all things travel!
1. How did you start your business?
My passion for travelling inspired me to create Soar&Explore. When I was 18 years old, I flew the nest to live in New Jersey. From here I was able to explore New York City, Washington, D.C. and many other USA hotspots.
On return from the United States, it was an interrailing trip around Europe with school friends that really sparked my love for travel and planning itineraries. Since then, I have enjoyed city breaks, ski holidays, adventure holidays, safari and beach holidays with my husband and friends.
In recent years, I have loved family holidays and sharing my passion for travelling with my children. To date, I have visited 39 countries and have a bucket list of even more!
I use my knowledge and experience to craft a holiday that perfectly matches your wishes. I pride myself on my attention to detail and thoroughness of research. I will do the hard work, so you don’t have to.
2. How did you get involved within the wedding/honeymoon industry? It was a natural development for me as I love planning tailormare holidays for special occasions.
3. What makes your service unique?
Service service service!!! The level of service I provide goes beyond what most other travel agents offer and this is why people choose to work with me because they want that elevated service.
4. What can a couple expect from you in the build up to their special trip/s?
Someone reliable, efficient who will communicate promptly and be there when things don’t go to plan. People like having me in their pocket to ask questions, for support and advice. It really is 5 star customer service that I offer and I set really high standards for myself. And when it comes to holiday planning I am meticulous. I treat everyone’s holiday as if it were my own and I genuinely really care that you have an amazing time and that it all runs smoothly and I will go the extra mile to ensure that.
My work doesn’t stop once the holiday is booked. I provide a completely complimentary concierge service so flight check ins, email you your boarding passes, book restaurants, excursions, requests for extra beds/cots, upgrades, little extras. Nothing is too big an ask to be honest. I don’t specialise in a destination, I specialise in my clients.
5. What's your dream honeymoon destination?
Can I pick two?!
Visiting Japan in cherry blossom season is high up on my bucket list. I’d love to do an itinerary that would include stays in Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Hakone. Japan is famous for its excellent rail network so I’d definitely travel by train. I love the idea of staying in an intimate ryokan, enjoying kaiseki style food and having a private onsen (hot spring bath). After exploring all the hotspots, I’d relax on a beach in Okinawa.
I think I’m maybe obsessed with trains because also high up my bucket list is a luxury train journey like the Orient-Express (the new la Dolce Vita looks incredible) or the Rocky Mountaineer! There’s something so romantic about rail travel.
6. Can you advise your booking process?
I provide couples with a personalised service that isn’t available online or in a travel agency shop on the high street. We meet on video call and I learn as much about the couple as possible, what they like and don’t like, what holidays they’ve previously enjoyed and not enjoyed. I really get down into the details and listen carefully so that I can make sure that I craft the perfect honeymoon for them because we want this trip to be remembered forever. Often it’s the places people stay on their honeymoon that they remember just as much as what they did on honeymoon so I really dig deep into what sort of accommodation style would suit them and give them that wow factor. Once I’ve got all the information I need, I get to work contacting my handpicked top branded suppliers and destination specialists to put together an itinerary and quotation for the couple. We then discuss again on video call where I share my screen and we go through everything in detail. Then we refine and revise until perfect. My work doesn’t end after the honeymoon is booked. I’m on hand for my customers right through until their return providing a full concierge service including flight check-ins, restaurant reservations, excursion booking and requests for little extras.
7. Are you appearing at any wedding fairs, where our couples can meet you in person?
Yes I will be attending some local wedding fairs in 2025. Keep an eye on my socials for where I shall be!
8. What offers are you currently running?
COMPLIMENTARY DESTINATION EXPERIENCE WORTH UP TO £250
Book your honeymoon before 31 March 2024 to receive a complimentary destination experience worth up to £250.
All the stress and overwhelm of holiday planning is removed as Sarah takes care of every last detail. Her commitment to go above and beyond and her passion for creating unforgettable travel experiences sets Soar&Explore apart.
To find out more info or discuss your upcoming travel plans or honeymoon, contact Sarah via info@soarandexplore.co.uk or 01423 222567 - https://www.soarandexplore.co.uk/
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