The Handmade Holiday Company Reviews 

Twelve days across South Africa, planned by TheHandmadeHoliday Company, and every single day delivered. What stood out most was the quality of the accommodation - each place felt handpicked, comfortable and genuinely special, never a generic booking. On top of that, Sara's suggestions for what to see and do were spot-on and clearly personalised to us as a family, not just a standard checklist of sights. Perhaps the most reassuring aspect of booking through Sara, is the knowledge that if problems do crop up, she will be there doing hew level best to sort them. JW

Sara organised the most incredible 12 day trip to South Africa for us. The trip incorporated every element we wanted to see as a family. The itinerary was intricately considered with superb, safe accommodation and excellent excursion ideas. Local knowledge made an immeasurable difference. From car hire to a last minute airport change - Handmade holidays supported, reassured and ensured we could relax on an unforgettable family vacation. Thank you!

A Dream Holiday
We have just returned from the most wonderful family holiday at Ikos Aria, Kos. It was beyond our expectations. Sara Hardy, The Handmade Holiday Company, was an amazing source of information. She guided us throughout the booking process and our every query was answered promptly. Sara was courteous, helpful and enthusiastic. She suggested things we could do at the resort that enhanced our experience. Huge thanks are due to Sara and we highly recommend The Handmade Holiday Company. Now we shall relive our fabulous holiday by looking at our numerous photos !

We booked our trip to Paros through Sara at Handmade Holiday Co, and honestly, it exceeded every expectation.

From the very first conversation, it was clear she genuinely knew the island inside out - not just the obvious tourist spots, but the little tavernas and hidden beaches you'd never find on your own.

Sara put together a brilliant itinerary tailored to what we actually wanted out of the trip.

Her restaurant recommendations were spot on every single time, and her suggestions for things to do and places to explore gave the whole holiday a really authentic feel rather than a "checklist" tourist experience.

What really stood out was how much care and personal attention went into the planning. The whole trip ran smoothly from start to finish, and we came home already talking about when we can go back.

If you want a holiday that's been thoughtfully planned by someone who genuinely cares about getting it right, Sara and Handmade Holiday Co are exactly who you need.

Can't recommend highly enough. Thank you Sara!

Sara organised our trip to Paros, and it lived up to everything she said it would. It was a huge comfort visiting somewhere new for the first time, knowing Sara had all the insider knowledge on where to go, what to do, and how to make the most of our stay.

Everything was seamless from start to finish, and our trip was completely faultless. We had an amazing time and will definitely be returning to Greece next year. Thank you, Sara, for making it such a memorable experience!

Sara gets it right every single time. She knows exactly what we like and always recommends something that is just perfect for us. Every trip is seamless. Our 20th Wedding Anniversary trip was incredible. Thank you for making all our trips exceptional. We would never book with anyone else.

Sara managed a really complicated set of requirements for me and my friends - found us great options, solved numerous issues, and brought it all in cheaper than we could have done ourselves. Fantastic service.

Sara organised a second trip for us, this time to st Lucia. She provided a wealth of information on best places to stay and excursions to plan. She got any questions answered by the tour operators ahead of time and arranged some very sweet touches upon our arrival to make it extra special. Wholeheartedly recommend Sara for any trips!

Sara helped to organise our family's dream trip to Japan this Easter. She was always very helpful in answering all my questions before the trip, and she made sure that the whole family was happy with every part of our itinerary. Once in Japan, we could just relax and enjoy the sights as everything from tours to transportation had been pre-arranged.

The latest trip Sara organised for us was a cruise around the Med for ten days. As a novice to cruising and being quite sceptical about actually enjoying this type of holiday, Sara researched carefully the cruise line, type of cabin, dining options, together with the destinations to make sure we had exactly what we wanted for our budget. I particularly did not want any ‘days at sea’ so Sara organised our flights and transfers to and from the ship together with hotels either end, making the whole trip stress free and seamless. She even organised a special surprise in our cabin on our anniversary - she really thinks of everything. Thank you Sara !

I used Sara at the HandmadeHoliday company to organise our ski trip to Norway. We wanted to travel with another family and Sara went above and beyond to find just what we were looking for at the right price point. She even managed to persuade the hotel we stayed with, into letting 3 children sleep in a family room (previously we had been given a firm 'No! by the hoteliers) . Booking with Sara gave me the peace of mind that makes going on holiday a truly relaxing experience.

Sara took all the booking stress away from us. She is very knowledgeable and was a delight to deal with. We had the best ski holiday as a result - highly recommend this company to organise your family holiday!

Yet another fabulous trip to Dubai! Thanks Sara for organising every detail of our extended family trip. We just needed to show up and enjoy! And we really did enjoy it!!! Highly recommend!

Sara is a consummate professional - she proactively contacted us to book skiing lessons, equipment hire, ski passes, restaurants and more. We had a fantastic time in Obergurgl as a result. Thank you Sara.

We had the pleasure of working with Sara when she booked one of our Premium Chalets for her clients. From start to finish, she demonstrated excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail. She really understood what her clients were looking for, and together, we were able to craft the perfect holiday experience for them. It was a seamless process, and I’m looking forward to working together again in the future!

Sara is a pleasure to work with. She always provides a detailed brief and has a clear understanding of exactly what type of holiday her clients are looking for. She is professional throughout the entire process and consistently keeps us updated on the progress of each enquiry. We also love her newsletter, especially when we’re featured in it. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to my friends and family.

Sara coordinated a multigenerational holiday to Greece to celebrate a special birthday
At the airport we were advised by BA that, due to a last minute aircraft change, you wouldn’t be able to take your booked flight and could not be rebooked until 36 hours later.
Sara quickly arranged alternative flights for us and Transfers and arrival details were quickly sorted as well. Since we now had our car parked at the wrong airport, Sara arranged a private transfer when we returned to collect the car from Heathrow. And finally she helped us get a swift refund on the flight as well as good compensation from BA.
As a result we have of course already booked again with the Handmade Holiday Company. Such terrific support and fabulous holidays to boot!

Sara has gone above and beyond. Every detail of planning our holiday was handled perfectly right down to giving us clear guidance on exactly where to go once we arrive at our destinations. The planning was seamless, thoughtful and completely stress free which means we can just relax and enjoy the trip knowing everything has been taken care of. The attention to detail and personal care really sets THHC apart. We felt supported every step of the way and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a bespoke, truly smooth and well organised travel experience.

Great experience from start to finish. Sarah provided thoughtful and considerate recommendations. Was able to accommodate many of our requests and made the whole process of deciding and booking the holiday pain free .

Moreover, the airline unfortunately cancelled our outbound flights, which was not only inconvenient but also, with a young family, a real challenge. We had Sara at the end of the phone to help navigate the changes and supporting the arduous process of making claims after the holiday. We were very grateful for her support and professionalism.

I stayed with my wife just before Christmas . The Hilton Woking was recommended by Sara from the Handmade holiday company. What an excellent choice , accommodation superb, location perfect , food and beverage very good. We would totally recommend.