New Travel Agents Jumpstart Their Businesses at March Boot Camp

Travel agents from around the country gathered at KHM Travel Group’s corporate office March 20th and 21st for our largest Boot Camp Training session to date. Thirty-one agents engaged in two days of instruction centered around the “Ready. Set. Grow.” theme. On Day One, the agents arrived for breakfast and welcoming remarks from our team. […]

KHM Travel Agent Spotlight: Kay Clancy

Kay Clancy has one regret about her travel business: she wishes she would have started it sooner. She’s been with KHM Travel Group for two years, and has quickly achieved Pinnacle Elite level with her agency. Kay got her start in the travel industry by planning trips for family and friends. She fell in love […]

KHM Travel Hosts Our Largest Travel Agent Boot Camp

This Friday and Saturday, KHM Travel Group will host its largest-ever new agent Boot Camp training session at our corporate office in Brunswick, Ohio. Thirty-one travel agents from around the country will gather for two days of hands-on, comprehensive live instruction from KHM Travel staff and several of our preferred suppliers. KHM Travel offers Boot Camps several […]

3 Reasons More People Are Booking Cruises with Travel Agents

According to Tripology, more than 85% of all cruises are booked by travel agents. Many former advocates of self-booking websites are even turning to the pros. Why? These are just a few of the reasons why more cruisers are relying on cruise specialists to plan their perfect vacation at sea. 1. They Know the Cruise […]

An Inside Look at Royal Caribbean’s Espresso Training

Last month, we shared Royal Caribbean’s announcement that its new Espresso booking system would be launching in March. Travel agents around the country are preparing for the March 29th launch date with online and live training sessions. One of our agents, Robbin Hunter of Blu Diamond Travel, was featured in an article by Travel Agent Central covering […]

KHM Travel Group Honors 2014 Crystal Award Winners

Congratulations to KHM Travel Group’s 2014 Crystal Award Winners, who were honored at Sunday night’s Crystal Awards Dinner and Ceremony on our Jamaica FAM trip. Our Crystal Awards are given to KHM Travel’s top performing agents in the categories listed below. The staff of KHM Travel Group is proud of all the winners, and grateful […]

Recapping an Unforgettable FAM Trip in Jamaica

Last week, a group of 196 KHM Travel Group Agents and staff traveled to Jamaica for our largest-ever FAM trip. While FAM (familiarization) trips are a great escape from the routine of a home-based travel agent, they are also packed with site inspections, training sessions and other opportunities for our agents to learn more about the destinations they sell. […]

The 5 Elements of Effective Logos

Your logo is a crucial part of your travel agency’s image. While your logo doesn’t necessarily need to describe what your business does, it should reflect your business’s philosophy. Apple’s logo, for instance, embodies the sleek, simple and user-friendly traits of their products. If your logo is overly complicated, or not distinct enough, you risk […]

6 Signs You Should Become a Travel Agent

Have you ever considered starting your own travel agency — but you weren’t sure if it was right for you? If some or all of these six traits describe you, then chances are, you will be a successful independent travel agent! 1. You Love to Travel This one is simple. Are you a frequent flyer? Do […]

KHM Travel Agent Spotlight: Sarah Moretz

Sarah Moretz, this month’s featured independent travel agent in our Pinnacle Agent Spotlight, has built her career by following her passions. In 2007, she got married and moved away from a job she loved. She was unsure about her next step, but she had always been an avid traveler. Her family and friends often sought […]