About Élan Escapes
Élan Escapes is a small, independent travel business offering thoughtful, tailored holidays with a personal touch. From family getaways and beach breaks to cruises, ski trips, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures, every trip is shaped with care — and none of the usual stress.
Based on the Surrey and Sussex border and working with clients across the UK and beyond, Élan Escapes brings together trusted travel partners, honest advice, and calm, capable support — so you can enjoy the journey, from the moment you decide to go.
About Me
I’m Ali Varey, the travel advisor behind Élan Escapes — a small, home-based travel business based in Ifold, on the Surrey and Sussex border. I work with clients across both counties and beyond, helping them plan holidays that feel effortless from start to finish.
Everyone is invited. Whether it’s a package holiday to Spain, a family break, a cruise, ski trip, or the trip of a lifetime — I’m here to make travel simple, personal, and stress-free.
I believe travel should be more than ticking boxes — it should feel considered, smooth, and tailored to you. That’s why I created a service built on clarity, personal attention, and genuine care — the kind of support that turns “just a trip” into something special.
I have access to over 100 trusted travel partners and get paid by them when you book, so my service comes at no extra cost to you.
No booking fees. No pressure. Just honest advice and real support from someone who knows how to make things run smoothly.
This is travel the way it should be: thoughtful, seamless, and made just for you — whoever you are, and wherever you're going.
What I Do
Travel isn’t one-size-fits-all — and neither is my service.
Whether you're planning a big celebration abroad, a family beach holiday, or a once-in-a-lifetime escape, I help shape it into something special.
From sun-soaked packages and cruises to city breaks, multi-stop adventures, and tailor-made journeys — I work with over 100 trusted suppliers to match every kind of traveller, budget, and idea.
The process is simple. The result? Remarkable.
Your time is valuable. Your trip should be, too.
Why Book With Me?
No Booking Fees
You don’t pay me. Suppliers do — once you book.
Tailored Itineraries
No templates. Just thoughtful planning around your needs.
Clear, Honest Advice
I’ll help you cut through the noise and choose well
Support with the Extras
Transfers, insurance, experiences — it’s all part of the service
One Point of Contact
No call centres. Just me.
Travel Protection
ATOL/ABTA covered, where applicable
Local, Independent, Invested
Supporting a small business means better service — and better care
How It Works
Let’s Talk
A free video consultation where I learn what matters to you
Tailored Options
Three proposals designed around what we discussed
Refinement
One round of edits based on your feedback
Booking & Payment
Confirm your plans and pay when you’re ready
Confirmation
All your documentation in one clear package
Pre-Travel Checks
I double-check everything so you don’t have to
Bon Voyage
You travel, I stay in touch, and follow up once you’re back
Peace of Mind When You Travel
Even the smoothest trips come with surprises. That’s part of the adventure — but you shouldn’t have to handle them alone.
If anything unexpected comes up, you’ll have direct access to me. I’ll work behind the scenes with trusted suppliers to help sort things out — calmly, quickly, and with care.
No call centres. No confusion. Just a real person in your corner, every step of the way.
Because with Élan Escapes, support doesn’t stop at booking — it travels with you.
