Preferred Supplier Spotlight: Lucretia Webb, Delta Vacations
After working in Corporate Sales for 19 years, Lucretia Webb is happy to report that she is now on the “fun side of the business.” That means she gets to work with travel agents, as our Business Development Manager with Delta Vacations. Visiting New York City and Los Angeles as a high school student sparked […]
KHM Travel Group RDC Spotlight: Jimmy Fair, East Region
If you’ve attended Destination Success at KHM Travel Group’s home office in Ohio, chances are very good you’ve met Jimmy Fair. Uncle Jimmy, as he’s known to many KHMers, is our Regional Development Coordinator for the East Region. He’s been with KHM Travel Group for eight years, and has become a familiar face at training […]
Preferred Supplier Spotlight: William Gozzard, Travel Impressions
“Your success is our destination” is Travel Impressions’ slogan, and our new Business Development Manager, William Gozzard is excited to help agents reach success! William’s start in the travel industry was somewhat of accident. He was working at a market research firm, and wanted to advance into a management role. In his job search, he […]
7 Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a Travel Agency
You love travel. You are thrilled by the idea of being a business owner. You can’t wait to get your travel agency set up, immerse yourself in training, and start planning memorable vacations! In all the excitement that comes with starting a home-based travel agency, many new agents forget or misunderstand their roles as an […]
6 Valuable Sources of Creative Inspiration for Travel Agents
Some days, the creative juices just flow. Other days, it can seem impossible to think of a single thing to post on Facebook. Where can travel agents turn when they need a creative pick-me-up? These sources will help fuel travel agents’ creativity, so they can amp up their marketing efforts and keep their social media […]
Traveling with Pets: How to Keep Our Furry Friends Safe & Comfortable
It can be hard to part with our four-legged friends when we go on vacation. In fact, a study by AAA and Best Western International reported that more than half of U.S. travelers take their cats and dogs on vacation with them. However, keeping our canine and feline family members comfortable and safe during travel […]
KHM Travel Group RDC Spotlight: Bryan Overmann, Midwest Region
Bryan Overmann is KHM Travel Group’s newest Regional Development Coordinator, but he’s been passionate about travel since he was young. He was inspired by the stories his grandparents would tell him about their travels all over the world. As a veteran travel agent and RDC, he’s kept their legacy of travel alive. In 2001, he […]
Karisma FAM Immerses KHM Agents in the Gourmet Inclusive Experience
Karisma Hotels and Resorts are known for their innovative properties, and their commitment to quality. The new El Dorado Seaside Suites, which 18 of KHM Travel Group’s agents and staff got to experience June 21-24, are no exception. Marie Smith and Chantelle Nye from KHM Travel’s training department accompanied agents on this FAM. Maria […]
International Travel Tips to Keep Your Clients Safe Abroad
International travel can be memorable and rewarding, but safety should also be at the forefront of travel agents’ minds when their clients are traveling abroad. Give them peace of mind and help them stay safe while traveling internationally with these tips. 1. Offer Appropriate Travel Insurance Regular health insurance, and even some travel insurance options […]
Preferred Supplier Spotlight: Nora Berna of Classic Vacations
Many of our travel agents might not have worked with Classic Vacations, but they’ve been dedicated to helping travel professionals create exceptional vacation experiences for more than 30 years. Our Business Development Manager, Nora Berna, has been a part of the Classic Vacations team for 21 years. However, she got her start on the retail […]