The Hottest Travel Destinations for 2017
We almost can’t believe 2016 is drawing to an end, but a new year means new goals. Is visiting somewhere new among your resolutions for next year? Or are you an independent travel agent trying to anticipate your clients’ requests? Check out these seven exciting destinations that are slated to entice travelers from around […]
Becoming a Travel Agent: Home Office Essentials
If you’re considering becoming a travel agent from home, chances are you already have the bare necessities. You can get started with just your laptop, phone and a reliable internet connection. However, you will hopefully be spending a lot of time in your home office. This is where you’ll learn how to sell and book […]
KHM Travel Agent Spotlight: Barbara Crosby
When Barbara Crosby first started her travel agency in April of 2010, she specialized in Hawaii because that was what she knew. When her children were young, they took a family vacation to Hawaii and absolutely loved it. She says it was the most memorable trip she’s taken to date! “We all surfed, snorkeled, […]
2016 Holiday Gift Guide for Travelers
‘Tis the season for gift-giving, and here at KHM Travel Group, we’re never not thinking about travel. If you’re at a loss at what to get the frequent flyer, road tripper or adventure-seeker in your life, our list of gift ideas will help make their next trip a treat! 1. J. Crew Eye Mask Those frequently […]
Choosing the Right All-Inclusive Resort in Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya extends for 80 miles along Mexico’s Yucatan coast south of Cancun. It’s a haven for romantic getaways, activity-packed adventures and those just looking to enjoy some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Riviera Maya is home to so many all-inclusive resorts, deciding where to stay might be the most difficult part of […]
Rick’s Insights from the Carnival Executive Partner Advisory Board Meeting
Earlier this year, KHM Travel Group’s President and CEO Rick Zimmerman was named to Carnival Cruise Line’s Executive Partner Advisory Board. This month the advisory board, along with members of the cruise lines senior leadership and sales team, gathered in New York City for the board’s annual meeting. Carnival gave the 12 board members […]
Preferred Supplier Spotlight: Chris Schutz, Carnival Cruise Line
As we prepare for our 2017 Crystal Conference and Awards on the Conquest, there’s one BDM all agents should get to know. That’s Chris Schutz, our friendly Carnival Cruise Line BDM! Chris is always enthusiastic about working with travel agents and sharing her knowledge of Carnival to help them grow there businesses. She’s been […]
Sponsored Post: Book Groups & Get Rewarded with Palladium Connect
KHM Travel Group’s sponsored blog posts give our top travel suppliers the opportunity to share more their products and services offered to travel agents. The sponsor for this post, Palladium Hotel Group, is based on Ibiza in the Balearic Islands, and is a multinational corporation that began over 40 years ago with the aim […]
KHM Travel Welcomes Agents to Last Boot Camp of 2016
KHM Travel Group wrapped up its 2016 live event program with last week’s New Travel Agent Boot Camp session, held November 3-5. Our staff hosted 32 home-based travel agents from around the country for three days of education, discussion and workshops. Knowing your Preferred Suppliers and which suppliers to use is one of the […]
KHM Travel Agent Spotlight: Gerri Augustine
Gerri Augustine’s professional life has come full circle. Twenty-five years ago she took her first job as a travel agent, which kickstarted her long career in service and hospitality. After that, she owned a string of health clubs for women, and oversaw 300 employees in 30 locations across New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. […]
