Kate McIver, Travel Agent in Airdrie, AB

Kate McIver

Airdrie, AB Travel Agent

Kate McIver

Airdrie, AB

Harp & Compass Travel, an independent agent with Jubilee Tours & Travel LTD/DBA Travel Best Bets, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
About
Certificates & Awards
My Places

Areas of expertise

Destinations:

New Zealand, Fiji, United Kingdom, Thailand, Bahamas

Interests:

Solo Travel, All Inclusive, Air Travel, Castles & Cathedrals, Historical Sites

Suppliers:

G Adventures, Air Canada Vacations, WestJet Vacations, Hyatt Hotels, Norwegian Cruise Line

About Me

I've been there. Let me take you!

Most people spend hours researching a trip and still wonder if they got it right. I take that off your plate. 

Hi! I'm Kate, a Canadian travel advisor who specializes in solo adventures, trips for first responders, and all-inclusive escapes to Mexico and the Caribbean. 

Based in Airdrie, Alberta, I work with travellers across Canada who are ready to stop scrolling and start going. With 30+ countries visited, I bring real-world experience to every itinerary I build. I have done Habitat for Humanity builds in Fiji and Kenya, independently explored New Zealand and Europe, summited Kilimanjaro and sailed the Nile, and spent weeks on beaches in Mexico doing nothing but reading and sipping icy drinks. So when I recommend a destination or experience, it comes from personal knowledge, not a brochure. 

I work with clients one-on-one to understand their travel style, budget, and goals, then handle the details from start to finish. Whether you are a first-time solo traveller nervous about going it alone, or a seasoned vacationer who just wants someone else to manage the booking, I make the process straightforward and personal.

When I'm not planning travel, I'm a historian (Master's in Early Modern History with a focus on England in the 16th century), a first responder, and a musician: a harpist, pianist and singer with a serious case of wanderlust. The attention to detail that I bring to every other aspect of my life is the same that I bring to every travel plan. 

Ready to start planning? Reach out and let's make it happen. 

Additional Languages
French

Services en Français

Giza, Egypt - 2024
Giza, Egypt - 2024

Je peux vous aider en français aussi! C'est mon deuxieme langue, mais je suis bilingue au niveau E-C-E selon les évaluations de langue seconde du gouvernement du Canada (et j'apprécie toujours des occasions de pratiquer!). 

Certifications & Awards

Holland America Line Academy Specialist
Holland America Line Academy Specialist
NCL University - Master's Degree
NCL University - Master's Degree
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Global Affairs Canada Safe Travel Planner
Hyatt Inclusive Collection Certified Confidant

My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.
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