Advisor - Michael Kelley

Michael Kelley

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    Based in London

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    Speaks Spanish, Japanese, English

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    Trip budgets start at $300/night

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Adventure
Arts & Culture
Japan
Southeast Asia
Europe
USA

My Story

Intrepid traveler with a desire to explore the world and share my first-hand recommendations ranging from off-the-beaten-path expeditions to luxury resort experiences.

My Travel Style

I enjoy the thrill of new discoveries. I love extremes and find myself traveling to remote destinations, delving into culture, cuisine and traditions to create a 360 degree experience without being disruptive. 

I search for and curate totally immersive experiences that fascinate and educate me, while positively contributing to the communities I visit. 

On the other end of the spectrum, I love a five-star luxury resort, where I can totally relax, enjoy a fantastic day at the spa, unwind by the pool and sip a glass or two of wine as I watch the sun set.

These are the experiences I craft for my clients, as well.

My reviews (6)

3 months ago

Michael knows Europe better than anyone we've met. He was very interested in understanding the things we like to do, then made several recommendations for us to choose from. We liked the fact that we could go back and forth with questions to get the travel itinerary we wanted. In the end, all of his suggestions were spot on. Payment for hotel and day trips, tickets, all seamless with no issues. Knows European cities very well, what to do, what to avoid, etc. Highly recommend.

4 months ago

Michael Kelley recently planned my trip to Europe, and I cannot say enough about how wonderful the entire experience was. To be honest, I was a bit apprehensive at first about having someone else plan my vacation. I’ve always been the type of traveler who prefers to organize everything myself, and I was convinced no one could put together a better itinerary than I could. I couldn’t have been more wrong.

From the very beginning, Michael took the time to really listen to me. He asked thoughtful questions about the kinds of activities I enjoy, the types of food I wanted to try, and the style of hotels I prefer. What impressed me most was how carefully he tailored every detail to match my personality and travel style. Every restaurant, activity, and hotel he recommended was absolutely spot on.

Another thing I truly appreciated was how well he balanced the itinerary. I’m not the kind of person who enjoys being on a strict schedule while traveling, and Michael completely understood that. He paced everything perfectly, leaving me plenty of time to relax, explore spontaneously, and still experience the highlights of each city. The result was a trip that felt both exciting and effortless.

What stood out the most, though, was the way his recommendations elevated the entire holiday. These weren’t just generic tourist stops; they were unique, memorable experiences that made the trip feel personal and unforgettable. I can honestly say this was one of the best vacations I’ve ever had, and it’s entirely thanks to his expertise and thoughtful planning. I will absolutely be using Michael again. My next trip will be a winter vacation, and I already know he’ll make it just as incredible. Thank you, Michael Kelley, for giving me a holiday I’ll always remember.

7 months ago

Michael created the most amazing, customized trip for me and my dad to Japan. Not only was he incredibly flexible and responsive during the trip planning process, but he also included incredible detail and direction in the final version of our itinerary document. I was initially apprehensive about going to four cities on our trip, but each one had a fantastic and specific experience curated just for us.

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a year ago

a year ago

Michael planned this trip for us approximately 6 months in advance. He was thorough and detailed in discussing exactly what we were looking for and our trip goals. He provided fantastic itineraries that included things we never would have thought of. He was also flexible and quick when we asked for changes both prior to the trip and while on the trip. I can’t say enough about Michael’s professionalism and also his wealth of knowledge about our travel destination. He booked the perfect hotels and tours and gave great suggestions based on our conversations pre-trip. We had the trip of a lifetime and wouldn’t change one detail about it. We will always ask Michael to plan our future trips and I have have recommended him to many friends. He is amazing! Thank you Michael.

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