David is an exceptionally well-travelled and dedicated travel professional who takes immense pride in his responsiveness and ‘can-do’ attitude.

Born and raised in Melbourne, David spent four vibrant years living in Los Angeles in the early 2010’s, where he would delight in playing tour guide for fun on weekends, showing his visiting Australian friends around the city. Their glowing praise for his guided tours inspired him to establish a private touring business upon returning to Melbourne at the end of 2015. What began as a passion project quickly evolved, expanding beyond private tours to encompass all of Australia and New Zealand, as well as booking bespoke hotels and comprehensive travel arrangements.

The challenges over the years of operating a travel business—especially in the early 2020’s—did not deter David’s commitment to his clients. Many of his past guests kept in touch, and out of necessity, David began assisting with their worldwide travel plans to destinations that remained accessible. In turn, David decided to launch his travel advisory business as an affiliate of SmartFlyer Australia.

Having visited over seventy countries, David possesses a wealth of knowledge and first-hand experience, allowing him to relate to his clients’ concerns and questions with genuine understanding. For David, crafting memorable travel experiences brings him immense joy, making his work feel effortless and fulfilling. He takes pride in being available around the clock, ensuring every trip he curates is perfectly seamless, leaving his clients free to soak in the luxuries of their journeys with peace of mind.

Which destinations are you looking forward to visiting? Why?

I’ve been fortunate to visit over seventy countries, but I’ve yet to reach Japan, Sub-Saharan Africa, Scotland, or Ireland.

Japan is high on my list for its unique culture—such as geishas and sumo wrestling—the incredible variety of food, and the chance to ski. Sub-Saharan Africa appeals to me because of my deep love for animals and nature. As for Scotland and Ireland, I have ancestral ties on my mother’s side, and I’ve always found people from those countries to be incredibly warm and welcoming whenever I’ve met them during my travels around the world.

What does your perfect vacation day look like?

I strongly believe that the quality of a hotel’s breakfast offering can elevate a stay from great to truly exceptional. That’s why I love to enjoy a long, leisurely breakfast—taking in the atmosphere, appreciating the food quality, and (of course) responding to client emails.

Some of my personal favourites include Eden Rock St Barths, Raffles Singapore, and Carlton Cannes.

I also enjoy immersing myself in the local culture, so a private tour or experience—even just a half-day—is my ideal way to explore a destination and gain insight from a local’s perspective.

Lastly, I value some downtime back at the hotel, where I can catch up on emails or the news before heading out again for a delicious meal and drinks.