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 […]
Karisma Announces Enhanced Travel Agent Rewards Program
Karisma Hotels and Resorts has announced several major enhancements to their Gourmet Inclusive Agent Rewards program that provides travel agents with more sales tools and more rewards. The new benefits to the Gourmet Inclusive Agent Rewards program include booking bonuses, marketing tools, invites to FAM trips, complimentary Wi-Fi, 20 percent off spa services, and discounted rates […]
The Top 7 Places to Visit in Ireland
Whether you’re actually Irish or just pretending to be today, St. Patrick’s Day gives us all an excuse to celebrate the traditions of Ireland. There’s more to this beautiful country than shamrocks, leprechauns and Guinness, however. If the Emerald Isle is on your bucket list, and you’d like to see something other than the bottom […]
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 […]
Carnival Corp. Opening New Port in Dominican Republic
Carnival Corporation has announced its new port, Amber Cove on the Dominican Republic’s northern coast, will open in October. The $85-million dollar facility will be able to accommodate the largest cruise ships in operation and is expected to host more than 250,000 travelers in its first year. The project represents the largest cruise industry investment […]
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 […]
4 Must-See Natural Wonders in Maui, Hawaii
Lavish resorts. World-class restaurants. Stunning palm tree-lined pools. Hawaii’s second-largest island is a traveler’s dream, with something to satisfy nearly everyone. But Maui’s natural beauty is what sets it apart from the rest of the Hawaiian islands. Picturesque beaches provide an escape for those looking for serenity, and scenic trails offer plenty of adventure for active travelers. Looking […]
Americans Can Now Cruise to Cuba
For American travelers, the gates to Cuba have finally opened. In February, Canada-based Cuba Cruise line announced that U.S. citizens could now make bookings to sail around the formerly off-limits Caribbean island. Previously, Americans had to go through sanctioned U.S. tour operators that run cultural-exchange tours. Since the announcement, Cuba Cruise’s website traffic has tripled, and the tour […]
The Benefits of Working with a Destination Management Company
If you’re new to the travel business, you may not be familiar with Destination Management Companies (DMCs) and their role in the industry. DMCs are largely responsible for taking care of your clients once they arrive in their destination: they provide transfers, coordinate accommodations, offer activities and themed events, and much more. Tour Operators and […]
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 […]
