3 Reasons Why Travel Agents are Thriving
At KHM Travel, we work alongside thousands of travel agents. Our business wouldn’t exist without them, so to say we appreciate our travel agents is kind of an understatement! But we also know that a large majority of the population still has no idea that travel agents exist. In fact, six in 10 travelers have […]
5 Common Cruising Myths & How Travel Agents Can Break Them
If you’ve been in the travel industry a while, chances are you’ve had at least one client wildly misunderstand the world of cruising. A well-trained travel agent has the power to debunk cruising myths. Take a look at these five common excuses that clients give for not cruising, plus solutions that will hopefully have them […]
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 […]
7 Steps to Creating a Facebook Business Page for Your Travel Agency
Wondering where to start marketing your travel agency? Facebook is the perfect place! We’ve created this step-by-step guide to creating a Facebook business page for your travel agency. Check out our previous post on social media posts to learn how to (and how NOT to) keep your followers engaged.
Drive Quality Clients to Your Agency with Vacation.com’s Agent Snapshot
As a host travel agency, there are a few questions we hear from our new agents and potential agents all the time. Understandably, one of the most frequently asked questions is, “how will clients looking to book vacations find me?” What some agents don’t realize is that Vacation.com, KHM Travel Group’s consortium, offers a powerful […]
Infographic: Travelers Do Recognize Value of Travel Agents
As a travel agent, there might be times when you think your hard work isn’t appreciated. Or you’re dealing with a difficult client who only wants to wring the lowest possible price out of you. There is a bright side, however: the majority of travelers do recognize how valuable travel agents are, even if […]
A Travel Agent’s Guide to Selling River Cruises
This week, we’ve highlighted the advantages of European river cruises and how they differ from ocean cruises. We have also looked at Avalon Waterways’ innovative fleet of ships and the special interest packages they offer. But what do travel agents need to know about selling river cruises? The tips below will help you inform and sell […]
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 […]
What You Need to Know About Selling Adventure Travel
Adventure travel is one of the fastest-growing segments of the travel industry, with 4 out of 10 travelers embarking on some type of adventure during their vacation. This includes everything from extreme mountain climbing to less intense activities like safaris. For travel agents, the potential rewards of specializing in adventure travel are substantial: according to […]
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 […]