Avalon FAM Enriches KHM Travel Agents’ Knowledge of River Cruising
During a recent Avalon Waterways FAM, 12 of KHM Travel’s Pinnacle agents discovered that river cruising more than just a mode of transportation. It’s a completely unique travel experience. Between October 31st and November 7th, these top-producing agents cruised through France on Tapestry II, one of Avalon’s newest ships. Sandy Stemen, our Business Development Manager […]
What It Means to “Cruise Like a Norwegian”
“How do you know you don’t like, if you haven’t even tried it?” If you are a parent, chances are you’ve said this to your children. As travel agents sometimes we fall into the same mindset of that stubborn child, being limited by our own perception of what something MIGHT be like. It could be […]
National Plan a Cruise Month Kicks Off with #Cruisesmile Sweepstakes
National Plan a Cruise Month kicks off today with the launch of the #CruiseSmile sweepstakes! The #CruiseSmile sweepstakes, put on by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), is giving consumers a chance to win 31 cruises in each of the 31 days in October. The contest encourages travelers to send in photos of their #CruiseSmile through social […]
Research at Sea: Onboard the Norwegian Getaway
Travel agents may be known for selling travel, but the truth is, we spend a lot of time learning. We read articles, complete online trainings, and attend seminars so that we can get to know more about how to get our clients to the places they want to visit. Those training opportunities are great, but […]
Fall in Love with Cruising During National Plan a Cruise Month
It’s estimated that 12 million people will take a cruise by the end of 2015. With more than two dozen new vessels currently on order, the coming years will see even more opportunities for vacations at sea. That means it’s the ideal time to start thinking about cruises for 2016 and beyond, which is why […]
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Royal Caribbean International
If you are new to cruising, you might wonder exactly what separates one cruise from another. Maybe you are familiar with Royal Caribbean International, but then again, there’s always something new coming from this game-changing cruise line. Here are five facts you might not know about Royal Caribbean that will wow you, or at the […]
The Top Options for Pet-Friendly Cruises
If you’re a frequent cruiser with pets, it can be difficult to part with your furry family members while you’re at sea. Most major cruise lines don’t allow animals due to sanitation codes and port requirements, but there is one, in addition to several regional companies, that welcome both owners and their four-legged friends on […]
Carnival Corp. Announces New Social Impact Travel Brand, Fathom
Last week, Carnival Corporation made headlines with the launch of their new brand, fathom™. The world’s largest travel and leisure company also defined a new travel category, “social impact travel.” With Fathom’s launch, Carnival Corporation has set a precedent in the cruise industry by giving socially-minded travelers an accessible, structured way to participate in what has […]
Embark on Unique Voyages with Carnival Journeys Cruises
Travel agents know that not all cruise passengers are created equal. Some want more excursions, or more dining options. Some just want something different. Carnival Cruise Lines has decided to put their own twist on the cruise experience, and the result is Carnival Journeys. This series of cruises features longer, one-of-a-kind itineraries not found on […]
KHM Travel Cruises On Quantum of the Seas with Vacation.com
How do you get to spend 8 days on one of the world’s newest, swankiest cruise ships with more than a thousand of your peers? At the Vacation.com Conference! From April 24th through May 2nd, travel agents and travel industry professionals from around the country sailed on Quantum of the Seas for Vacation.com’s 17th Annual […]