Owning a Home-Based Travel Agency Rocks!

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Prior to the emergence of the Internet, opportunities to work from home — and earn a decent income — were scarce. Now, more Americans than ever before list their home as their primary place of work. This includes KHM Travel Group’s 4,000+ independent travel agents around the U.S. While some travel agencies continue to operate brick-and-mortar locations, […]

Ways to Spark Romance on Your Next Cruise

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Disconnecting from everyday life and sailing off into the sunset with the one you love most already feels quite memorable, but with a bit of planning ahead you can really spark romance on your next cruise! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon, or a “just-because” trip, here are a few suggestions for spicing up […]

4 Ways Travel Agents Can Inspire Others to Travel

Whether it’s a budget weekend road trip or an extravagant month-long jaunt through Europe, leisure travel of any kind is a luxury. Travel is not a necessity, technically speaking, like food or electricity. Simply put, people don’t have to spend money on vacations. But that’s where the travel industry swoops in with gorgeous full-color photos […]

Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana

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This post is sponsored by Funjet Vacations. Nestled among lush vegetation and the natural beachscapes of the Uvero Ulto district in Punta Cana, Live Aqua Beach Resort Punta Cana welcomes adults to a luxurious haven designed to captivate the mind, body, and spirit. Live An Amazing Sensory Experience See See the smiling faces of the […]

Winter Holidays Around the World

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Although it is off-season for many destinations, planning a vacation in December or January allows travelers to experience one of the many winter holidays celebrated around the world. This immersion and participation in holiday cultural festivities offers a special glimpse into a destination’s people, history, and traditions. When traveling isn’t possible, learning about holiday celebrations […]

Active Listening to Qualify a Client

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Learning to effectively qualify a client is one of the most important skills a travel agent can hone. It goes beyond simply asking, “Where do you want to go?” and ventures into a series of questions to help you learn how to best serve clients while planning their vacations. Clients (and potential clients) turn to a travel […]

Experience the New Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana

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This post is sponsored by Funjet Vacations. It’s no secret that many resorts and hotels are designed with relaxation in mind, but when Margaritaville Island Reserve Cap Cana opened on November 1st in the Dominican Republic, it welcomed guests with a fresh vision for unpretentious, personalized service and laid-back luxury. Located on one of the […]

Spooktacular Halloween Destinations

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For many people, traveling for the holidays sparks images of crowded airports and last-minute flights to be home in time to carve the turkey or unwrap a gift. But, with so many wonderfully wicked destinations around the globe, Halloween is one holiday you may want to consider traveling for. Here are a few ideas to […]

5 Trips to Take with Friends

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With loved ones gathering again, it’s the perfect time for friends to plan a vacation together. Meeting in a special destination offers an escape from the day-to-day while experiencing a new destination and genuine quality time with one another. Sipping on coffee or wine. Chatting until long after the sun sets. Touring a new city […]

Preparing for the Unexpected

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Preparing for the unexpected is an important part of taking trips, and as travel agents, working hard to stay on top of situations that might affect the health and safety of your clients is an essential aspect of the job. For any destination, it’s important to stay healthy, protect yourself, and be prepared to deal […]