Kimberly McDougall Travel Agent

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from Kimberly McDougall | The Travel Agent Next Door

Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Halloween! If you are out trick-or-treating or welcoming little visitors to your door, please take a moment to stay visible, keep pathways well lit, and watch carefully for children crossing the street.

Whether you are heading out for an evening in the neighbourhood or planning your next adventure, a little preparation goes a long way. Here’s to a spooky season filled with treats, and no tricks!

Kimberly McDougall | The Travel Agent Next Door

10/27/2026

NATIONAL BLACK CAT DAY
Celebrating my favourite Black Cat 🐈‍⬛

Don't be superstitious on National Black Cat Day! October 27th celebrates the beauty of these sleek creatures. Introduced by Cats Protection, an animal charity in the United Kingdom, National Black Cat Day seeks to raise awareness about the low adoption rates for black cats

10/26/2026

Where Halloween Began: Discover the Magic of Ireland 🎃

Did you know Halloween originated in Ireland more than 2,000 years ago?

Long before trick-or-treating, the ancient Celts celebrated Samhain (pronounced sow-in), a festival marking the end of the harvest and the start of winter. It was believed that on this night, the boundary between the living and the spirit world was at its thinnest. Communities gathered around bonfires, wore disguises to ward off wandering spirits and shared stories passed down through generations. Even the original jack-o’-lanterns were carved from turnips, not pumpkins!

Today, Ireland still celebrates its Halloween heritage with spectacular festivals, atmospheric castles and a little Irish mischief. RIT Vacations invites you to experience it all with the NEW Celtic Halloween Experience.

Book by 31 October and save $100 per person.*

From $3,999 | Departs 28 October 2027 | Limited to just 26 guests

Highlights include:

🎃 Derry Halloween Festival: one of Europe’s largest Halloween celebrations, with illuminated parades and festivities throughout the historic walled city

🏰 Giant’s Causeway & Dunluce Castle: dramatic coastal scenery, ancient ruins and legendary tales of giants

🪨 Newgrange: a prehistoric monument more than 5,000 years old

👻 Dublin’s Haunted History: a Ghostbus experience and a guided haunted walking tour

🚢 Belfast & Titanic Belfast: the remarkable story of the world’s most famous ocean liner

🌿 Castle Leslie Estate: a stay at a beautiful historic country estate

Ready to explore where Halloween began? Message me to learn more or to reserve your space.

Kimberly McDougall | The Travel Agent Next Door

10/22/2026

It's that time of year when many snowbirds are reviewing their travel insurance before their winter holiday. Weather it is a long stay or a two week break you must have travel insurance! check out this blog from TUGOmInsurance one of my trusted travel suppliers and if you have questions about your coverage send me a dm or reach out via email and lets grab a coffee and talk about your travel insurance requirements.

Are you a traveller 60 years or over preparing for your next adventure? Be sure to read about the 4 things you should know before you buy your travel insurance.

10/20/2026

I have recommended travel insurance to clients for years. I needed it myself in August.
Watch my story, and if you are planning a trip, send me a message so we can make sure you are protected.

10/16/2026

Supplier of Month - October

Book a DMCi tour package with me and save an exclusive $250 per person on journeys tailor-made to suit your tastes. Contact me today!

10/11/2026

Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for being part of my travel community and for making my work so rewarding.

Kimberly McDouall | The Travel Agent Next Door

10/10/2026

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10/09/2026

Where will your curiosity take you?
✨ Save 30% on select 2027 Adventure Canada expeditions aboard the Ocean Victory. From remarkable wildlife and spectacular landscapes to meaningful cultural connections, contact me today to find available departures and start planning your journey!

10/05/2026

October Supplier of the Month: Adventure Canada

Explore the Arctic in 2027 and save 30% on select expeditions.

If you have ever wanted to trade the pool deck for a Zodiac, this is the offer to know about.

Adventure Canada is a Canadian company and one of my trusted suppliers at The Travel Agent Next Door. They specialise in expedition cruising, where the destination is the main attraction. Their small ships are comfortable, with excellent dining and advanced technical equipment, and the days are spent exploring remote coastlines, wildlife, and communities that larger ships cannot reach.

Exclusively through The Travel Agent Next Door, you can save 30% on the cruise berth cost on select 2027 small-ship expeditions aboard the Ocean Victory.

Imagine:

Sailing the Northwest Passage alongside Inuit cultural educators and guides

Watching for polar bears, walrus, and narwhal in Tallurutiup Imanga (Lancaster Sound)

Standing before the icebergs of Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Walking the shores of Beechey Island, where the history of the Franklin Expedition still speaks

This offer is available for a limited time and only on select departures, so now is the time to start planning.

Full details and the enquiry form are at the link below. Or send me a message and we can find the voyage that suits you best.

Explore the Northwest Passage and beyond on a 2027 Arctic expedition aboard the Ocean Victory. Discover wildlife, cultures, history, and dramatic landscapes, and save 30% on select departures until November 2, 2026.