Scotland
History, heart, and the fairy pools of Skye — a country that’s in my blood.
I’ve spent a lifetime chasing the moments that stay with you. Let’s plan yours.
Buzz — a nickname my mother gave me when I was little, saying I was always “buzzing around like a bee.” The name stuck, and became a symbol of the curiosity, connection, and joy that’s followed me through life. As a lifelong traveler, friends started asking, “Buzz, what’s the buzz on Scotland?” It became a running joke — and then it became the name of this business.
Today, What’s the Buzz is part of my Fora Travel advisor role and reflects my greatest passions: helping others, and travel. From simple hotel stays to luxury escapes and off-the-beaten-path adventures, I plan trips that feel personal — blending cultural immersion, storytelling, and a keen eye for detail, because travel should be something you feel as much as you see.
I draw on years of exploring the world, uncovering the moments that make a journey magical: a quiet sunrise in the Andes at a healing resort, a private tasting in a tucked-away Stockholm market, an afternoon volunteering on a geothermal farm in Iceland. The best memories are the ones you can’t plan with a search engine.
And I’ll admit a soft spot for what I call “LaLa Land” — my favorite countries that just happen to end in ‑land: Scotland, New Zealand, Iceland, Ireland, England, and Newfoundland. Wherever you’re headed next, let’s create a trip worth buzzing about.
Dreaming of somewhere specific? Or just need a spark? A few of my latest guides and destination itineraries.
History, heart, and the fairy pools of Skye — a country that’s in my blood.
La dolce vita, done properly — Roman ruins, Tuscan light, and a long lunch you won’t want to end.
The city that rewards wandering — patisseries, hidden courtyards, and the light on the Seine.
RV life, dramatic coastlines, and scenery that ruins you for anywhere else.
Slow mornings, healing waters, and the art of doing less.
Traveling is the good part. Planning it isn’t — I handle that. Through Fora’s network of advisors in 100+ countries and thousands of preferred partnerships, I have access to deals, perks, and insider knowledge you won’t find booking it yourself.
From the first consultation call, through the proposal and final itinerary, to the trip once you’re home — I’m with you the whole way.
Not a template pulled off a shelf — an itinerary shaped by how you actually like to travel. And planning it? Genuinely fun.
Journeys that give something back — and somehow, you get back even more. A few of the stories that have stayed with me.
Barren, beautiful, and known simply as The Rock — coastal roads and a warmth in the people that stays with you long after you leave.
Read the story →From the Andes to the Amazon, a trip built around giving back that ended up giving more to me.
Read the story →A glamping bus, a geothermal farm, and the Blue Lagoon — Iceland is where I learned to expect the unexpected.
Read the story →I’m a Volunteer Destination Scout for Tourism Cares, helping vet the community-based partners featured on their global map of purposeful travel.
Can’t decide where to start? Give the globe a spin — 25 places worth the airfare.
Kate's passion for travel and adventure were evident from the onset of working together. She provided us with an amazing destination guide and a plethora of excursions for our time in Slovenia. Hotel Park, which she recommended, exceeded our expectations. There are no words for the magic that is Lake Bled, you just have to see it for yourself. Many thanks to Kate for making our trip so special!
Kate McGregor is amazing! What a delightful person to work with. I would recommend her to everyone I know.
Kate is the greatest!! She is a Scotland expert. She is so easy to work with, knowledgeable, and fun. We couldn't have planned this trip without her.
We have worked with Kate before and she was a huge help with our recent Iceland trip. She knew the country well and gave us great excursion recommendations and booked us at an awesome igloo!
Where do I start? Kate thought of everything and made my trip to Boston incredible. I fly to Boston every year to meet with my oncologist and it is pretty stressful after my breast cancer treatment. Kate made sure every detail was taken care of, I had a personal note from her and the hotel. There was a special gift waiting for me and my request for extra pillows was taken care of. Kate is so caring, so professional and nothing is overlooked. If you want to feel taken care of, stress free and get the royal treatment - Kate is the person who should be in charge of all of your travels.
Kate was a huge help in planning our recent trip to Costa Rica. She knew the country very well, so her insider knowledge and insights were awesome. She booked us at the amazing Andaz property and coordinated many special touches that made the trip even better. We have worked with Kate many times and will continue to do so!
Kate was an absolute joy to work with—so enthusiastic, knowledgeable and genuinely invested in making our trip to Amsterdam and Bruges special. She put together a beautiful destination guide packed with insider tips, tours, and incredible dining recommendations, and booked us an unforgettable private tulip tour. We can't recommend working with Kate enough!
We've worked with Kate a few times and every trip has been wonderful-but our most recent was exceptional. Due to unforeseen circumstances the week of our trip, travel to our original destination in Mexico was no longer possible. Kate calmly and quickly secured a fantastic new booking in Cabo, and her hard work made all the difference. Our whole family enjoyed a carefree vacation, and we're so grateful. We'll continue to work with Kate and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a travel advisor.
Kate planned an anniversary trip to Nashville for my wife and me, and the experience couldn't have been easier or more enjoyable. From securing tickets to a show to arranging special perks and thoughtful touches at our hotel, every detail was completely handled. She has a great way of making the planning process effortless and fun, while still making the trip feel truly special and personal. I've continued to use Kate as my travel advisor and have confidently referred her to many friends — she's someone I trust and genuinely enjoy working with.
Kate was amazing. We had a fabulous trip with no surprises or unexpected glitches. Kate was very instrumental in this happening. She made sure she understood what we were looking for and then was very detailed and organized with all her suggestions. We were extremely happy with all the tours etc. that she set up. She also had a lot of tips and suggestions she passed along to help make various parts of our trip easier or more interesting. We will definitely call Kate again for our next trip.
Kate went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were met! The booking exceeded our expectations and we benefitted from her advice on transportation, dining and tour recommendations. It was great to have Kate in our corner with every detail about our bookings at our fingertips and confirmations. Her support brought extra security and made for a better trip. Thanks Kate!
Kate was an incredible help in planning our trip to Greece. We were attending a wedding and had never visited the country before, but she guided us every step of the way with thoughtfully created options and insights. She arranged a beautiful property for us, complete with special perks and personalized touches that elevated our experience. We were so grateful for her attention to detail, professionalism and kindness. Since then, we have continued to work with Kate on multiple trips and wouldn't trust anyone else!
Kate's passion for travel and adventure were evident from the onset of working together. She provided us with an amazing destination guide and a plethora of excursions for our time in Slovenia. Hotel Park, which she recommended, exceeded our expectations. There are no words for the magic that is Lake Bled, you just have to see it for yourself. Many thanks to Kate for making our trip so special!
Kate McGregor is amazing! What a delightful person to work with. I would recommend her to everyone I know.
Kate is the greatest!! She is a Scotland expert. She is so easy to work with, knowledgeable, and fun. We couldn't have planned this trip without her.
We have worked with Kate before and she was a huge help with our recent Iceland trip. She knew the country well and gave us great excursion recommendations and booked us at an awesome igloo!
Where do I start? Kate thought of everything and made my trip to Boston incredible. I fly to Boston every year to meet with my oncologist and it is pretty stressful after my breast cancer treatment. Kate made sure every detail was taken care of, I had a personal note from her and the hotel. There was a special gift waiting for me and my request for extra pillows was taken care of. Kate is so caring, so professional and nothing is overlooked. If you want to feel taken care of, stress free and get the royal treatment - Kate is the person who should be in charge of all of your travels.
Kate was a huge help in planning our recent trip to Costa Rica. She knew the country very well, so her insider knowledge and insights were awesome. She booked us at the amazing Andaz property and coordinated many special touches that made the trip even better. We have worked with Kate many times and will continue to do so!
Kate was an absolute joy to work with—so enthusiastic, knowledgeable and genuinely invested in making our trip to Amsterdam and Bruges special. She put together a beautiful destination guide packed with insider tips, tours, and incredible dining recommendations, and booked us an unforgettable private tulip tour. We can't recommend working with Kate enough!
We've worked with Kate a few times and every trip has been wonderful-but our most recent was exceptional. Due to unforeseen circumstances the week of our trip, travel to our original destination in Mexico was no longer possible. Kate calmly and quickly secured a fantastic new booking in Cabo, and her hard work made all the difference. Our whole family enjoyed a carefree vacation, and we're so grateful. We'll continue to work with Kate and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a travel advisor.
Kate planned an anniversary trip to Nashville for my wife and me, and the experience couldn't have been easier or more enjoyable. From securing tickets to a show to arranging special perks and thoughtful touches at our hotel, every detail was completely handled. She has a great way of making the planning process effortless and fun, while still making the trip feel truly special and personal. I've continued to use Kate as my travel advisor and have confidently referred her to many friends — she's someone I trust and genuinely enjoy working with.
Kate was amazing. We had a fabulous trip with no surprises or unexpected glitches. Kate was very instrumental in this happening. She made sure she understood what we were looking for and then was very detailed and organized with all her suggestions. We were extremely happy with all the tours etc. that she set up. She also had a lot of tips and suggestions she passed along to help make various parts of our trip easier or more interesting. We will definitely call Kate again for our next trip.
Kate went above and beyond to make sure all our needs were met! The booking exceeded our expectations and we benefitted from her advice on transportation, dining and tour recommendations. It was great to have Kate in our corner with every detail about our bookings at our fingertips and confirmations. Her support brought extra security and made for a better trip. Thanks Kate!
Kate was an incredible help in planning our trip to Greece. We were attending a wedding and had never visited the country before, but she guided us every step of the way with thoughtfully created options and insights. She arranged a beautiful property for us, complete with special perks and personalized touches that elevated our experience. We were so grateful for her attention to detail, professionalism and kindness. Since then, we have continued to work with Kate on multiple trips and wouldn't trust anyone else!
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