Business Details
Your Local Travel Experts in Worcester
At Spires Travel, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service through personalized holiday planning and access to a diverse range of tour operators. Our team combines decades of industry experience with in-depth destination knowledge to craft bespoke travel experiences tailored to individual preferences, budgets and group sizes. As an ABTA and ATOL bonded agency, we provide financial security while maintaining a strong reputation for client satisfaction, evidenced by industry awards like our recent Special Achievement recognition with Great Rail Journeys.With over 17 years of hands-on travel expertise, our manager Paul Knapper offers first-hand insights into global destinations, from resort recommendations to cultural experiences, ensuring each booking benefits from our extensive product knowledge and meticulous attention to detail. Our independent status allows complete flexibility across holiday types, whether you seek beach escapes, adventure holidays, luxury travel or specialized group tours, all supported by convenient booking options including in-person consultations at our Worcester city centre location.
Services
Beach Holidays
City Breaks
Adventure Travel
Cruises
Escorted Tours
Luxury Travel
Tailor-Made Holidays
Safari Holidays
Rail Journeys
Ski Packages
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of hands-on travel expertise with global destination knowledge
- Our ABTA and ATOL bonded status provides complete financial security for bookings
- We deliver personalized holiday planning with access to multiple tour operators
- Our manager has first-hand experience visiting 40+ countries across six continents
- We provide independent travel solutions beyond standard brochure offerings
Associations and certifications
- ABTA
- ATOL
Services
Beach Holidays
We specialize in creating customized beach holiday experiences across the Mediterranean, Caribbean and luxury destinations like Dubai and Mauritius. Our offerings include family-friendly resorts with childcare facilities, tranquil adults-only retreats and long-haul options with flexible durations. With access to both established beachfront properties and exclusive hidden gems, we match your preferred level of activity and accommodation style while ensuring competitive pricing and comprehensive inclusions.
Tailor-Made Holidays
Our bespoke holiday planning service creates personalized itineraries for global travel. We combine client preferences with insider destination knowledge to craft unique journeys across all continents. Whether you require specific accessibility features, dietary accommodations or niche interests like cookery classes in Tuscany or photography trips to Iceland, our specialist consultants design seamless experiences that align with your exact requirements and travel style preferences.
Adventure Travel
We arrange challenging adventure holidays featuring specialist operators for activities like Inca Trail treks, Kilimanjaro climbs and Croatian kayak expeditions. Our offering includes expert guidance on appropriate fitness requirements, equipment needs and seasonal considerations for destinations ranging from Patagonia's Torres del Paine to New Zealand's Milford Track. We also coordinate cycling tours with varying difficulty levels and professionally-led wildlife expeditions in Africa's premier game reserves.
Rail Journeys
We curate exceptional rail holiday experiences combining iconic train routes with curated destination highlights. From UK steam railways to transcontinental journeys like Canada's Rocky Mountaineer and Australia's Ghan Train, our specialists advise on optimal cabin types and route extensions. We provide seamless connections between rail segments, accommodation arrangements and destination activities while offering both group departures and independent travel options with detailed logistical support.
Safari Holidays
Our African safari expertise covers all key wildlife destinations from Kenya's Masai Mara to South Africa's Kruger Park. We recommend lodges based on firsthand experience and match safari types to client preferences - classic game drives, walking safaris or canoe expeditions. Our consultants advise on optimal seasons for spotting migratory patterns and endangered species, coordinate conservation-focused tours, and seamlessly combine safari experiences with beach extensions in Zanzibar or Mauritius for comprehensive luxury travel packages.
People
Paul Knapper
Owner/Manager
With over 17 years' experience in the travel industry, Paul has visited 40+ countries across six continents. His expertise spans luxury travel, adventure holidays and specialized rail journeys. As Spires Travel's director, he maintains hands-on involvement in complex itinerary planning while ensuring the agency's continued focus on personalized service and destination expertise.
Questions
How can I book holidays with Spires Travel?
You can book in person at our Worcester store Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, via telephone, email, or through our Facebook page. We also offer weekend bookings by prior arrangement.
Are my payments protected with Spires Travel?
Yes, we are ABTA and ATOL bonded which means your payments are fully protected under the ABTA scheme, providing financial security for all package and flight-plus holidays.
Can you create completely custom holiday itineraries?
Absolutely, our specialist consultants can create completely bespoke holidays to any global destination, combining your preferences with our destination expertise to craft unique travel experiences.
What destinations do you specialize in?
We cover all global destinations with particular expertise in Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa), Europe (Mediterranean, Scandinavia), Asia (India, Thailand) and the Americas (USA, Canada, Peru's Machu Picchu).
Do you have specialist knowledge about travel requirements?
Yes, our advisors keep current with passport, visa and health requirements for all destinations, with official guidelines available through UK government and Travel Health Pro websites.
Reviews (1)
Jenny Seymour
Oct 23, 2021
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Very impressed with the service and attention to detail at Spires Travel Worcester! Nothing was too much trouble and we are really looking forward to our custom made holiday.
