There's so much to know about me – but at the end of the day it's actually about you and what you want! I am an experienced traveller, life lover, adventure seeker and I have travelled to most parts of the globe - I want to be your travel dream weaver!
Back in 1993 I chose to lean out of my comfort zone to a new career in the travel industry and I've never looked back. My experiences have run the whole gambit from running, owning and working in travel agencies, to freelancing, lecturing in an academic environment and working with specialty travel agents in a wholesale environment – being the agent of choice to travel agents!
With a charismatic demeanour, people tend to warm to me quickly and given the opportunity, I know you will too! I will take the time to get to know you, understand your needs and work with you every step of the way in building your personalised itinerary. I am also a guru when it comes to airfares and constructing complex itineraries! Using my extensive knowledge, years of training, my vast travel experience, access to buying power and competitive pricing via MTA Travel, I will provide you with a level of service you'll want to tell your friends and family about.
Whilst I thoroughly enjoy and have the necessary skills associated with creating complex itineraries, a destination passion of mine is Canada! I first discovered this paradise in the 90’s and since then I keep returning and exploring the land of the "Great White North" on countless adventures!
I've kayaked and snorkelled with beluga whales, come face to face with a black bear, been bluffed by a grizzly, sat on a wild bull, sailed alongside dolphins and orcas and watched moose graze under the midnight sun! My experiences following the Polar Bears roam across the icy tundra of Churchill, Manitoba will remain with me for the rest of my life! I have ridden on a Harley Davidson through the Rocky Mountains, cruised through The Inside Passage and Alaska, travelled on the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer and stayed in accommodation from resorts to historic wooden lodges and the iconic Fairmont properties which scatter the country! I could go on forever about my love for this country!
No matter where you want to travel, the chances are that I may have been there or if not will be able to draw on the experiences and feedback of my repeat client base or travel industry colleagues. Without listing every destination, I can assure you that my travel experiences in Europe, the United Kingdom, North America, the Caribbean, Mexico, Asia, the Pacific, Africa and of course our beloved Australia, place me in good stead to offer you sound advice. I love offering up some of the "hidden secrets" and "unique experiences" that would suit my client’s tastes.
In my free time, I spend time with the love of my life, Kelpie cross Labrador "Mollie", lead an active social life, enjoy walking, gardening and offer my services and time to several charities.
I'm here to help you and look forward to meeting you, I am flexible in my approach to business, and I'm mobile! I think I've said more than enough for now – I would love to hear about you and what travel adventures you are seeking so contact me now.
Submitted by David Cotton on Saturday, Jan 14, 2023
Michael's experience and insight in the travel industry is why I keep coming back to him for advice and bookings. He has been available when I needed assistance and even navigated the pandemic closures. This was done so smoothly and without fuss at a difficult time for us all even when it impacted on him personally.Michael is a delightful & knowledgeable person and I am happy to recommend him.
Submitted by Lee Botte on Friday, Jan 13, 2023
I've been a client of Michael's for over 20 years. He is always my first port of call when I'm ready to plan my next holiday/adventure. He has a wealth of knowledge, and has amazing ideas. And his attention to detail is incredible. But its his Customer Service that truly makes him stand out from other travel professionals. This was never more evident than when he went over and above, to ensure my family and my parents made it home safely from Thailand at the beginning of the COVID crisis. Michael worked until 3am in the morning to ensure we had flights out of Koh Samui. And it was his birthday!Forever grateful and cannot recommend him more highly - for all your travel needs!!
Submitted by Shari on Thursday, Jul 25, 2024
Thanks so much Michael for assisting with our amazing Bali family holiday. We stayed at 3 different resorts and all were fantastic. Michael is so knowledgeable and such a professional travel agent but also very funny and easy to communicate with. He's based in Adelaide, South Australia as a mobile travel agent but it wouldn't matter where you live as he can do everything over email, phone etc or like he did for us we meet at a location convenient for us. It's obvious that Michael has so much experience and we'll definately be using his services next time we plan a holiday. Thanks Michael!! I'll be recommending you to my family and friends. Can't wait for our next holiday
Submitted by Chris And Liz TAYLOR on Friday, Jan 27, 2023
We took our extended family of 15 (four families within the group) to Singapore to celebrate a special wedding anniversiary. Michael organised everything and we could not have been happier. Accommodation was very appropriate and very well located. Despite a complication with one of our party Michael worked tirelessly to achieve a very sarisfactory outcome. He kept in touch with us throughout the trip.We are very much looking forward to our next trip which is also being organised by Michael. We unreservedly recommend his services.
Submitted by Dr Sean Taylor on Friday, Jan 13, 2023
Michael organised a family trip to Singapore, for 15 of us. The accommodation was perfect, transfers and flights went smoothly. He was contactable the whole time we were away and the app allowed easy storing of documents. I would recommend Michael Pound to anyone unequivocally.
