PLAN A TRIP

Sarah Connors Tryon 2 Years of Experience Specialties , ,

An upbringing in the South of France combined with years living in London and across the U.S. informs Sarah’s global perspective when planning highly detailed itineraries.

Sarah began her career in high-end events and wedding planning before transitioning into the luxury hospitality sector—this experience gave her the ability to anticipate needs, streamline the planning process, and make every trip feel equally effortless and magical. She draws inspiration from her own travels. Sarah fondly recalls driving through Sardinia, discovering charming small towns, savoring homemade gelato, and hopping from beach to beach to swim in turquoise waters. Those little moments are what Sarah is passionate about creating for clients, informed by her deep well of industry knowledge.

While living in London, she joined a boutique hotel investment firm specializing in acquisitions and asset management of luxury full-service and lifestyle hotels. It was here that she developed a passion for hotel design and hospitality and an eye for the features that can elevate a stay from ordinary to exceptional.

Adding to her deep knowledge of the travel industry, Sarah earned a bachelor’s degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from Temple University, graduating with honors. From there, she began her career as a Guest Relations Manager at the Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia and later joined Cheval Blanc St. Barth. Sarah’s time working in management roles at top luxury properties translates into indispensable knowledge she applies when planning her clients’ travel.

Sarah’s years of hospitality experience, fluency in French, and deep familiarity with favorite destinations, brings a well-rounded perspective to her role as a SmartFlyer Travel Advisor.

Which destinations or hotels do you go back to again and again? Why?

Europe and its endless possibilities. Being French makes traveling through France easy, and even though I grew up there, I love going on roadtrips through Champagne, Normandy, Bordeaux and Provence. Of course London and Paris are always fun to go back to because there is always a new restaurant, hotel or speakeasy to discover, but also because both cities feel like home. Italy and its incredible variety of regional cuisines all are so unique, but Sardinia is my favorite! I love the simplicity and character of it. The beaches and landscapes are breathtaking, and the locals will make you want to go back again and again.

What has been your most memorable travel experience to date?

My most recent memorable travel experience was embarking on my very first cruise, as someone who wasn’t sold on the idea. My husband and I went on an Explora Journeys cruise through the Caribbean. Each day, we woke up in a new destination. Each locations was stunning, but it is the level of excellence onboard the magnificent ship that wowed us the most. It was intimate, never felt crowded, the staff was above and beyond incredible, and the culinary offerings were exceptional! It felt like a five-star hotel on the water. It was the most relaxing and peaceful vacation we had in a long time. A week after being back, we booked another Explora Journeys sailing and invited family and friends to join us.

Travel Tip

  • Enjoy the moment, take it all in and make the most of it before you turn it into an instagram post!

Testimonials

I cannot begin to thank you enough for helping me plan this very special event for us and our guests. I literally could not have done it without you. Truly, part of the joy of this project was the dreaming and planning the last nine months, and you made that such a pleasure! Everyone has raved about the entire celebration from beginning to end and how magical and well executed it was. Christmas week was especially fun for our family! The activities and dinners were perfect.

-Susan K.

It was one of the best trips we have ever taken. Thank you so much for setting everything up. We loved all the activities, all the palaces, all the temples. The best part was that it is so different than any other place we have visited.

-Rebecca M.

I am a very experienced traveler with almost 6 million Delta miles, lived in Australia for two years and owned a bastide in Provence for twenty years. When it came to luxury vacation travel I usually felt I knew more than any agent I was using- until Sarah Connors. Her unique background of having traveled as an au pair with an American family and then working at a luxury resort for years gives her just the right edge in booking luxury trips . Equally important she stays on task until trip is completed and deals with any unexpected details which arise. A+ rating!

-Craig M.