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Sara Siward, Travel Agent in Charlotte, NC

Sara Siward

Charlotte, NC Travel Agent
Super Agent

Sara Siward

Charlotte, NC · 3 Years of Experience

Sara Siward, an independent agent with Travel Leaders Kissimmee, FL
5.0
(18)
100% Recommended
We had a great time with our first cruise. Sara was helpful in planning and responsive with all of our questions especially right before leaving when... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Asia, London

Interests:

River Cruises, Photography

About Me

Avalon Waterways offers a river cruise experience that blends elevated luxury with immersive adventure, creating journeys that feel both effortless and unforgettable. From the moment you step onboard, you’re welcomed with attentive, personalized service that makes you feel more like a valued guest than just a passenger.

Their spacious, beautifully designed suites—many with signature open-air balconies—bring the destination right into your room, so you never miss a moment of the scenery. Each day invites you to explore deeper with a wide range of included excursions, from guided cultural tours to active adventures like biking and hiking through some of the world’s most stunning landscapes.

Dining is a highlight in itself, with regionally inspired cuisine and flexible options that match your pace and preferences. Avalon’s focus on choice means you can be as relaxed or as adventurous as you’d like, all while enjoying a seamless, high-end experience from start to finish.

You’re getting more than just a reservation—you’re getting a dedicated Travel Advisor who takes care of every detail and helps craft a trip that truly fits your style. I’ll guide you through ship options, excursions, and can even add pre- and post-cruise stays so you can explore even more of each destination before or after your sailing. With my expertise and personalized service, you can relax knowing your entire journey is thoughtfully planned and completely stress-free

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
18 reviews
100% Recommended
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First cruise
Reviewed By CLTtravelfamily - Charlotte NC | Traveled to Bahamas | Caribbean
We had a great time with our first cruise. Sara was helpful in planning and responsive with all of our questions especially right before leaving when we were clarifying details.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Seamless, Easy Travel with Sara!
Reviewed By NB - Charlotte | Traveled to Universal Orlando | Florida | USA
Sara made our trip so easy! She organized everything and even sent us helpful tips before we traveled to make our trip even better! With Sara’s planning help, we were able to experience our destination without any stress or frustrations that often come with overwhelming trips to new places. She explained everything clearly and made sure to check in with us during the trip to make sure we were having a great time. We would recommend Sara’s travel help to anyone and everyone!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Schedules like I do!
Reviewed By AELOWDER - NC | Traveled to Hawaii | USA
Sarah is amazing at scheduling your trip like I would do if I had more time. She thought of all the things that you think of with kids because she has kids herself and she knows the stresses and what most families want on vacation. She really hit it out of the park and suggested all of the things that we wanted to do and how to do them and when to do them and give us all the information we needed. I already recommended her to my dad.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Far exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed By Princess Leia (formerly C-3PO) - Charlotte, NC | Traveled to Orlando | Florida | USA
We thought going to Disney was a “right of passage” trip that we HAD to do because we are parents. I hired Sara because I was dreading it so much and just wanted to show up and get it over with. She convinced me early on how wrong I was. She handled all the details to a tee, yes, that’s her job. But what makes Sara so special is all the extremely thoughtful things she did, the things above and beyond her job, to make our trip so memorable. For example, she TOTALLY made me look like the “cool mom”, when I knew all of the hidden secrets around the parks. She made it possible for us to maximize our time, places to splurge, places to save, what to skip, and sure bets that really made our trip fantastic. Most importantly, she converted me from a Disney cynic to a Disney fan. I highly recommend using her, but only if you want to have a great trip, have your kids thinking you are cool, and want to avoid the street where kids notoriously want to buy everything.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Sara makes Vacationing easy
Reviewed By Lara - Charlotte NC | Traveled to Mexico
Sara has helped us a number of times now with booking our vacation. She answered a million of my questions, found us the best possible price for our trip and got us to try new foods and experiences at Disney we wouldn’t have found otherwise. She helped us with our trips to Disney, two cruises and other hotel stays now and will be definitely be using her again.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

Avalon Waterways Specialist
Avalon Waterways Specialist
Celebrity Learning Certification
Celebrity Learning Certification
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Bachelor of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Gold Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Scarlet Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Silver Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification
Seacademy - Violet Certification

My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.
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