Advisor - Sarah Payne

Sarah Payne

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    Based in Newport Beach, California

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    Trips starting at $400/night

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Honeymoons
Wellness & Spa
Safari
Australia
France
London

My Story

I can’t imagine a life without travel. Experiencing new places and cultures is what keeps me inspired—and I’m doing my best to experience them all while sharing that love of travel with my children. My background is in interior architecture and design, and that’s shaped how I see the world. I love how a hotel’s design can instantly whisk you away—how the textures, details, and atmosphere tell a story about where you are. Now I get to blend that design eye with my passion for travel, helping clients craft experiences that feel both beautiful and personal. I’m drawn to hidden-gem hotels with unique design and a real sense of place—the kind that connect you to the destination the moment you arrive. I love pairing design-led stays with authentic local experiences so every trip feels layered, memorable, and full of character.

Travel Style

I love settling into neighborhoods that feel alive—with local restaurants, cafés, boutique shops, and markets to explore. A hotel with thoughtful design and a strong sense of place always wins me over. I like to have a loose plan but never over-schedule. The best moments often come from leaving space to wander, discover, and see where the day leads.

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Reviews (16)

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Dawnielle S.

travel to Athens

about 1 month ago

Sarah was absolutely the best! She was so patient with us, she listened, and took everything we said into consideration. She found a few selections, we picked from them and she booked them. I highly recommend Sarah for any travel needs you may have.

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Dawnielle S.

travel to Greece

about 1 month ago

Sarah outdid herself recommending Oia Mare Villas!! She asked the right questions, listened, and placed this dreamy resort right into our hands! She is amazing.

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Carl R.

travel to Italy

4 months ago

Sarah worked with me for a full year helping plan my trip to the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games. It all worked out so well, from the ground transportation from and to the airport to my accommodations with the Hotel Aquila. I was most impressed with the itinerary Sarah provided me with every detail including flights, transportation and even my event and skiing schedule. I never saw anything like it. Thank you for everything.

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Fleur B.

travel to London

6 months ago

Sarah was extraordinary. From start to finish, she went above and beyond in every possible way. Every detail of our trip was perfectly personalised, thoughtfully curated, and flawlessly executed, pure luxury. Her thoughtfulness, intuition, and attention to detail was second to none. Sarah doesn’t just plan travel, she creates experiences. We couldn’t recommend her more highly and wouldn’t travel without her again.

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Fleur B.

travel to Paris

6 months ago

Sarah went above and beyond, accommodating every detail, sharing excellent travel guides, and recommending great things to do. Thoughtful, knowledgeable, and an absolute pleasure to work with. I would highly recommend her services and will absolutely book with her again.

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