My name is Michael Kelly, I have worked for over 33 years in the travel industry, and I am hugely passionate about the business.
I specialize in Honeymoons, family holidays, Mediterranean & Caribbean and River cruises I can tailor-made bespoke luxury and long-haul holidays. Personally, I would welcome the opportunity to arrange your holiday, so it is a memorable trip. I am proud to offer a high level of customer service and commit to sharing my knowledge and expertise with you right throughout the booking process and beyond. I would be delighted to arrange whatever trips you have in mind from a special relaxing cruise holiday, a honeymoon, family sun holiday or camping holiday to France, Spain, Italy or Croatia, a Ski or sun holiday, city breaks and if you need to book flights on their own for business or to visit friends and family, I am happy to discuss your requirements and provide you with a quote and process your booking.
During my career in the travel business, I have had the opportunity to travel to many parts of the world, including Europe (cities, sun, and ski resorts), USA, Canada, South Africa and KwaZulu Natal, North Africa, Hawaii, Thailand, and I have been lucky enough to experience various Cruise lines. This has helped me increase my knowledge so I can offer my customers first-hand experience of all the places I visited, far and wide. South Africa is my favorite holiday destination and I have been there twice on holidays to experience this fantastic country and thoroughly enjoyed all my experiences there including safaris.
Travel Counsellors are licensed and bonded here in Ireland by Irish Aviation Authority (IAA), so your money is completely safe. As a professional Travel Counsellor, I am available at a time that best suits your needs. I am always there for my clients right throughout the booking process before you travel, and this continues after you get back home from your holiday also. I am proud to give excellent customer service to all my clients and I very much value the opportunity to speak to you and share my destination knowledge with you so that you can get the best out of your trip. Travel Counsellors for Business is a corporate travel agency with a passion for keeping your business moving. Please feel free to get in touch with me if I can help your business manage your corporate travel portfolio.
If you would prefer a face-to-face meeting rather than communicating by e-mail or over the phone that can also be arranged by teams, and I would also be happy to meet you at a time that suits you and together we can plan your dream holiday.
Feel free to contact me to discuss your next trip on 065 6823771 or 086 3104022 or send me an email michael.kelly@travelcounsellors.com
My business is built on personal recommendations and referrals so if you are happy with the service you receive from me, I would be delighted if you would share my details with your friends, family and colleagues. I also manage corporate travel for business. Travel Counsellors for Business is a corporate travel agency with a passion for keeping your business moving. Please feel free to get in touch with me if I can help your business manage your corporate travel portfolio.
I very much look forward to hearing from you.
My customer stories
Sent by Aine F
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael is extremely professional and a very experienced operator. He gave great advise and tips for an upcoming trip. I would highly recommend him to anyone wishing to book a holiday. I will certainly be using his services again and would recommend him to all my family friends and colleagues.
Sent by Alan C
Dublin 29/08/2025
Michael’s level of service and attention to detail are excellent ~ second to none in fact. It is always a pleasure doing business with him.
Sent by Fiona D
Loughrea 29/08/2025
Michael Kelly is one of the most efficient and pleasant people I have ever had the pleasure of doing business with. Nothing is too much trouble for him, and he always goes above and beyond for all of our requests. We deal with Michael regularly for our business travel, and both my colleagues and myself are fully aware how lucky we are to have him for our travel needs, which often entail very far out destinations and also are very often last minute requests.
Sent by Patricia C
Cork 29/08/2025
I would (& have) highly recommend Michael to friends and family. Michael is so good at listening to our needs and what were looking for and then coming back with suitable options quickly. He listens to any changes and is so fast to find solutions and accommodate to get the best possible outcome for our family holidays. He is always quick to respond to phone calls and is so reliable.
Sent by M Cunningham Marnell
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael is highly professional & easy to deal with. He is staying in regular contact to ensure our needs are met.
Sent by A McLaughlin
Athlone 29/08/2025
Michael was most helpful in choosing the holiday for my friends and I. A mine of travel knowledge
Sent by O Browne
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael was so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. He was recommended to me by a friend and I will certainly be passing on the recommendation to my many friends. Thank you very much Michael for all you assistance.
Sent by D Kelly
Galway 29/08/2025
I have recommended Michael to many of my friends, who all are very complementary of his manner and services, Michael is very helpful and would be highly recommended
Sent by T Heaney
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael, is the most helpful, patience travel agent. I'm booking my holidays every year for about 15years and I would never use anyone else. And we always have an amazing holiday. He is absolutely brilliant.
Sent by M McManus
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael is fantastic to deal with - pleasant, experienced and prompt.
Sent by H Bleahen
Tipperary 29/08/2025
Michael Kelly is the best in the business
Sent by Fidelma C
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael has always been fantastic to deal with..I know I am very fussy when it comes to our holidays but Michael has the patience and takes the time to always get everything right for us..from the Hotels to the flights. He takes all the stress away from us Thank you Michael . from Fidelma and Kevin
Sent by M Ronan
Tipperary 29/08/2025
My family have worked with Michael for years and he always goes above and beyond and is such a pleasure to deal with. Always at the end of a phone and willing to help. I'd happily recommend him to anyone and everyone looking to take the hassle out of planning a trip.
Sent by O OConnor
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael has been extremely helpful to incorporate such a particular holiday into a specific time period. He is always available for a phone call and we had a really positive experience dealing with him.
Sent by C Diviney
Galway 29/08/2025
I would highly recommend Michael he was very helpful in helping us with our holiday and answered all our enquiries, I will definitely be booking with him again
Sent by M Fox
Mountbellew 29/08/2025
I always recommend Michael to family and friends. He provides an excellent service and goes above and beyond to get the best deal.
Sent by C Coen
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael did an excellent job in finding me the perfect holiday. He was very patient, as I asked for lots of changes on quotes to ensure I got the holiday I wanted and I will definitely be recommending him to everyone that needs help booking a holiday. He took the stress out of it for me.
Sent by Kenneth C
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael's extensive experience in the travel industry combined with his exceptional attention to detail is such a benefit when booking all the details of a trip. Highly recommend booking your trip with Michael at Travel Counsellors.
Sent by Joseph C
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael was really helpful and answered any question I asked him. I will have no hesitation in using Michael in the future.
Sent by R Clarke
Galway 29/08/2025
Excellent service . Second to none . Michael certainly sets the standards for others to follow . Go’s above and beyond .
Sent by Noel C
Athlone Westmeath 29/08/2025
I have been using Michael for years, mostly overseas travel he has never let me down.
Sent by Olivia W
Galway 29/08/2025
Great advice, quick response to queries and booking was very easy
Sent by Carmel F
Galway 29/08/2025
As per usual Michael s services was wonderful. Just super. Well done to him.
Sent by Linley M
Galway 29/08/2025
As always, Michael Kelly is a travel professional - knowledgeable, efficient, supportive, creative, and patient
Sent by Bernie G
Galway 29/08/2025
Fantastic service very professional and so helpful
Sent by Deirdre D
Wexford 29/08/2025
Michael was extremely polite & efficient and made the whole booking simple & enjoyable.
Sent by Colette D
Galway 29/08/2025
I chose Michael Kelly to book my trip to Australia and couldn't have been happier with the personal and professional way it was dealt with and booked. Previously Michael had booked a holiday for my daughter and her 4 children and again with the same personal touches. I have recommended Michael to my friends and work colleagues.
Sent by Sean K
Roscommon 29/08/2025
He is the most helpful person you could ever deal with 100%
Sent by Ciara L
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael makes everything so easy to sort and so helpful. Can't recommend him enough
Sent by Norita R
Kildare 29/08/2025
Michael Kelly is a wonderful travel counsellor. He is so helpful and nothing is a problem to him. He remembers the small details and always gives local advice. He has arranged holidays for us all over the world and I can not recommend Michael enough. He is great to organize long haul flights and transfers. I have recommended him to all our friends.
Sent by Anne C
Galway 29/08/2025
Efficient service and as a customer everything explained in detail and no rushing through.
Sent by Diane B
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael was so informative, helpful, diligent & had plenty of patience with all my questions. Can’t wait to fly tomorrow.
Sent by Natasha F
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael is very quick to respond to any queries. I like the Tc App he provides for holiday payments . Very knowledgeable about the cruise I booked. I would recommend him to my friends.
Sent by Andrey T
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael is our No. 1 contact every time when we need to travel for business. He is a real gentleman and provides very reliable and friendly service. I can highly recommend Michael to anyone who plans to travel and need assistance in arranging flights.
Sent by Anthony K
Ennis 29/08/2025
Excellent service from Michael Kelly….. such a pleasure to deal with …..so friendly and knowledgeable, yet professional ….. 5 Stars
Sent by Brigid R
Galway 29/08/2025
Michael gives an excellent service. Very hands on.
Sent by Catherine O
Westmeath 29/08/2025
Michael is consistent and dependable, always providing excellent and professional service.
Sent by Sean C
Roscommon 30/07/2025
I would highly recommend my Travel Counsellor, Michael Kelly, to our friends and family. His attention to detail is truly impressive — he take the time to understand my family's preferences, ensuring every aspect of our trips are carefully planned. His professionalism shines through in every interaction; he was always prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable, making the entire planning process smooth and stress-free. Thanks to Michael’s expertise, we have had many fantastic travel experiences. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and professional travel expert.
Sent by Ciaran B
Dublin 06/06/2025
5-Star Review for Michael
We recently had our honeymoon in Japan, and we can't thank Michael enough for making it such a smooth and unforgettable experience. From start to finish, everything was perfectly organised, including flights, accommodation, and all transfers between Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hakone. Michael planning these in advance meant we could fully relax and enjoy every moment without the stress of figuring out train schedules or finding taxis after long travels.
Michael was incredibly patient throughout the whole process, especially when were busy in wedding planning and often difficult to get hold of. He never once made us feel pressured and always made time to check in, answer questions, and keep things moving forward.
His attention to detail and thoughtful itinerary allowed us to experience the best of each city and it was clear he listened to what we wanted. Because of this we were able to focus on making memories rather than managing logistics, exactly what a honeymoon should be.
Highly recommend Michael to anyone planning a trip to Japan (or anywhere else!)
Thanks,
Ciaran and Tracy.
Sent by Mary Farrell
Galway 21/11/2024
Michael is just outstanding in his job. He’s so helpful no question too hard for him . He will go above & beyond to get you the best out of your trip. Always recommending him well done Michael
Sent by Fiona Carroll
Caltra 23/09/2024
Michael Kelly is a wonderful Travel Counsellor. Michael is always so helpful and gracious with his time. The one quality that stands out is Michael's ability to let the customer be part of the process with him. Michael takes on your ideas and wishes and somehow he can put together a very stress free experience for you. It is always a pleasure having Michael take care of our travel plans and he is part of the joy when creating family memories that will hopefully last a lifetime.
Sent by Leo Finn
Loughrea 23/09/2024
Michael Kelly to me, is an exceptional individual. His attitude, manner and knowledge of travelling is immense. His attention to detail, his professional work ethic and continues to strive, and his follow up on flights delays and continues to put you at ease with no stress. Flight details and boarding cards arrived to my home within days of booking, I would highly recommend him to colleagues, friends and family it's an absolute pleasure working with Mike and I'll continues working with him for years to come, your company is so lucky to have a gent like him working for you and I'm 100 percent sure all members of your team are of a highest standard.
Kindest regards Leo Finn
Sent by Chris Kelly
Roscommon / Dysart 12/08/2024
Michael was an absolute pleasure to deal with from the very start to finish in the planning of our honeymoon. He gives great attention to detail and was able to answer any questions we asked. He is extremely knowledgeable. He kept in touch with us throughout our trip and was a great support when our flight got cancelled when returning home. Michael is a true gentleman and we would highly recommend him to anyone planning trips of any nature abroad. He gets our 5 stars.
Thanks again Michael.
Marie & Chris
Sent by Anne Broderick
Galway 17/05/2024
I can rely 100% on Michael Kelly to get us to a wonderful destination. He takes all the misery out of trying to plan holidays. The service and efficiency is outstanding. I would highly recommend Michael and Travel Counsellors to everyone. An absolute pleasure!
Sent by David Ryan
Westmeath 28/09/2023
Michael was recommended to me by a friend and I can see why! Rarely have I received such excellent service and I have already recommended Michael to others! The attention to detail and time taken by Michael was second to none, I have booked holidays with a travel agent before and honestly would have been better booking myself, but I could never have booked this holiday if not for Michael’s help!
Sent by Sarah Carney
Galway 27/07/2023
Michael couldn’t help us more with our upcoming family trip to USA, he provided great recommendations and worked tirelessly to have all members of our family on the same flights. He’s very approachable and was very welcoming of any suggestions we had. It’s always a pleasure dealing with Michael and I look forward to booking with him again in the future.
Sent by Kimberley Leddy
Cavan 26/07/2023
Michael was extremely helpful from the minute we contacted him. He made suggestions on how to plan our trip and as a result we are looking forward to a trip we've had on our bucket list for years. Thank you.
Sent by Declan Fitzgerald
Galway 21/07/2023
Michael was so professional and thorough from the start to the end. He has gone above and beyond regarding every little detail we had and was so punctual with his responses. I would highly recommend Michael to my family and friends and will definitely be using him again in the future. Thank you again Michael!
Sent by Emer Connell
Westmeath 13/07/2023
Michael was extremely professional and has a wealth of knowledge of the Travel Industry. We booked our honeymoon with Michael and he ensured that we got the best experience for the best price. He gave great advise as he had visited some of the places we will be visiting. He was so pleasant and helpful from the beginning. I would definitely recommend Michael.
Sent by Claudine Higgins
Galway 30/06/2023
Michael couldn't do enough for us. He had good suggestions and guided us with his knowledge. We were very happy and looking forward to our holiday!
Sent by Christina McHugh
Galway 27/06/2023
Michael at Travel Counsellors is so helpful and goes out of his way to make sure everything is arranged to perfection. A true honest gentleman who has enormous knowledge of so many holiday destinations.
Sent by Una Grenham
Ballinasloe 13/06/2023
I could not recommend Michael highly enough. He is just so professional at his job and nothing is ever too much trouble. He is a always a total pleasure to deal with.
Sent by Ann Marie Corcoran
Tipperary 06/06/2023
Michael is so professional, helpful & knowledgeable. His customer service is excellent. I would highly recommend him to everyone as he really knows his stuff! Thank you Michael.
Sent by Evelyn Burke
Clare 06/06/2023
Michael is a true gentleman to deal with and he was so dedicated to finding the perfect holiday to accommodate all my requirements.
Sent by Alan Collins
Dublin 06/06/2023
Michael Kelly could not have been more helpful. He responded to all of my requests and exceeded my expectations. I'll be back again and I'll be sure to recommend Michael (and Travel Counsellors) to my friends and family.
Sent by Ben Brunton
Cavan 06/06/2023
Super super service. Michael was so quick in getting back to us and made this whole experience so easy.
Sent by Laurence McCormack
Galway 06/06/2023
Very helpful and knowledgeable about his job. I would highly recommend him. Thank you Michael!
Sent by Genevieve Higgins
Galway 06/06/2023
Michael was very fast and efficient in dealing with my booking to Australia. He gave me lots of options and great recommendations!
Sent by Chloe Tubridy
Doonbeg 06/06/2023
Michael is very helpful and definitely puts you the customer first. He is very attentive. All in all, a great experience!
Sent by Mary Reilly
Loughrea 06/06/2023
If there was an 11, I would scored that. We have already recommended Michael & Travel Counsellors to two other families! Highly, highly recommend ye!
Sent by Marie Brannelly
Galway 06/06/2023
We would highly recommend Michael. He was very professional in his job. He did an excellent job in putting a package together for our holiday to Canada. He advised us on all things to do to prepare for our trip i.e. tourist visas, flight transfers, places to see etc. He sent us links and kept us up to date. Michael is very professional in his job.
Sent by Laura Monaghan
Ballinasloe 06/06/2023
Great service! Michael was very helpful and professional. I would definitely book with Michael again.
Sent by Linda Fahy
Galway 06/06/2023
Michael is a very helpful and knowledgeable person. I couldn’t have asked for a more professional Travel Counsellor. I have full trust in him that my trips will be wonderful and stress free as he has everything planned out to the letter. 10 out of 10!
Sent by Antoin Macuilliam
Galway 06/06/2023
Michael was excellent! He was patient, informative and helpful throughout our planning. I would have no issue in referring anyone to him to plan their holiday.
Sent by Katie Pender
Galway 06/06/2023
Michael is always a pleasure to deal with and gets you good deals! Always recommend him to my family and friends!
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I had the pleasure of travelling with some friends to Bilbao in Spain on 15th November 2019 to do part of the Camino de Santiago walk or the way of St James from Pamplona to Burgos over 5 days. We spent 7 days overall in Spain. We flew with Aer Lingus from Dublin to Bilbao. We were extremely lucky as the weather was mild each day, we just experienced some rain and snow on our last day of walking.
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