A Month in Portugal
By Stephanie on July 06, 2023With its history (geographic borders defined in the early 12th century, a long list of contributions to global exploration, incredible cathedrals), people (a friendly and peaceful population that is family-focused), and culture (beautiful sites and cities from north to south), Portugal captured our family’s interest as a place to spend some extended time. Planning a…Continue reading: A Month in Portugal →
How to Charge Fees as a Travel Agent
By Michelle on June 28, 2023If you’re new to the travel industry, one of the most frequently asked questions involves how travel agents get paid. Travel agents earn commission (that’s paid by the supplier) after the client has traveled. So how can you still earn money even when your clients aren’t visiting beautiful destinations? Charging fees can provide a steady…Continue reading: How to Charge Fees as a Travel Agent →
2023 Books for Your Beach Bag
By Stephanie on June 15, 2023Summer is here, and with it comes the arrival of hot new books! Do you have a long flight or car ride coming up? Planning to relax on your stateroom balcony or beside a resort swimming pool? Maybe you’re embracing a summer at home, enjoying the peace of your backyard or front porch swing? No…Continue reading: 2023 Books for Your Beach Bag →
Taking a Mobility Scooter to an All-Inclusive Resort
By Guest on May 31, 2023By Brian G. Miller, The Travel Tutor You want to vacation at an all-inclusive resort, but you’re not sure how to include your mobility scooter? Here are 11 tips for taking a mobility scooter to an all-inclusive resort to help you make the most out of your tropical trip. 1. First you fly Since there are…Continue reading: Taking a Mobility Scooter to an All-Inclusive Resort →
The Office Visit: KHM Travel Group
By Michelle on May 19, 2023Our Corporate Office in Ohio is always busy with team members working hard to support our agents. But it’s especially exciting any time our Education Manager and host of KHM Today, Carolyn Orf, comes to visit! Follow along with Carolyn on one of her visits as she checks in on our team. As she makes…Continue reading: The Office Visit: KHM Travel Group →
Empowering Agents at Boot Camp 2.0
By Michelle on May 11, 2023We couldn’t think of a better way to spend Global Travel Advisor Day than learning and having fun with our agents! Our May Boot Camp 2.0 event was held on May 2-5 in Cleveland, Ohio. For this year’s event we wanted to bring back what our attendees loved in 2022 with added hands-on interaction. Thank…Continue reading: Empowering Agents at Boot Camp 2.0 →
5 Facts About Cinco De Mayo
By Stephanie on May 05, 2023Crack open a Corona and grab some guacamole — it’s Cinco de Mayo! Sure, everyone loves an excuse to throw a fiesta, but there is more to this holiday than tacos and tequila. Wondering what the fuss is all about? These five facts about the history and traditions behind Cinco de Mayo will provide you…Continue reading: 5 Facts About Cinco De Mayo →
KHM Travel Group Strengthens Support for Group Travel
By Michelle on April 28, 2023Enhancements have been made to better integrate and increase KHM Travel Group’s support of agents in selling group travel. With these new changes, team members with group expertise will be fully incorporated into our agent support functions. What makes a group booking? A group booking can vary depending on the group type. Land groups contract…Continue reading: KHM Travel Group Strengthens Support for Group Travel →
April is Autism Acceptance Month
By Michelle on April 20, 2023Autism Awareness Month has been celebrated each April since 1970. Recently, the shift to Autism Acceptance Month better clarifies the care and inclusion that comes along with embracing the autism community. As a travel agent, part of your job is to not only accept your clients, but also understand their needs when helping coordinate their…Continue reading: April is Autism Acceptance Month →
5 Tips to Close More Sales
By Stephanie on April 10, 2023The idea of “selling” gives some travel agents anxiety. However, if you redefine your sales pitches as conversations with clients, promoting yourself and upselling vacation components might feel a little less daunting. Check out these tips for improving your interactions with clients so you can close more sales! 1. Become Needs-Focused, Rather than Product-Focused Get…Continue reading: 5 Tips to Close More Sales →