What You Need to Know About Selling Adventure Travel
By Guest on March 11, 2015Adventure 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…Continue reading: What You Need to Know About Selling Adventure Travel →
4 Must-See Natural Wonders in Maui, Hawaii
By Guest on March 10, 2015Lavish 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…Continue reading: 4 Must-See Natural Wonders in Maui, Hawaii →
KHM Travel Group’s Rookie of the Year: Jessica Ortiz
By Guest on March 09, 2015In February 2014, Jessica Ortiz began her journey as a travel agent with KHM Travel Group. By November of last year, her agency, Coconut Tree Travel, had reached $100,000 in total traveled revenue. Her success secured her a spot in our Pinnacle Elite Agent program. It also earned her KHM Travel’s Rookie Agent of the Year…Continue reading: KHM Travel Group’s Rookie of the Year: Jessica Ortiz →
Americans Can Now Cruise to Cuba
By Guest on March 07, 2015For 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…Continue reading: Americans Can Now Cruise to Cuba →
The Benefits of Working with a Destination Management Company
By Guest on March 06, 2015If 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…Continue reading: The Benefits of Working with a Destination Management Company →
An Inside Look at Royal Caribbean’s Espresso Training
By Guest on March 05, 2015Last 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…Continue reading: An Inside Look at Royal Caribbean’s Espresso Training →
KHM Travel Agents Experience Fun & Adventure at Chukka Good Hope
By Guest on March 03, 2015As an independent travel agent, you are selling something that nearly everyone wants: fun, relaxation and a little bit of adventure. What better way to learn about the most fun attractions and most relaxing resorts than by experiencing them yourself? In collaboration with Chukka Caribbean Adventures, our travel agents got to do just that on our latest…Continue reading: KHM Travel Agents Experience Fun & Adventure at Chukka Good Hope →
KHM Travel Group Honors 2014 Crystal Award Winners
By Guest on March 02, 2015Congratulations 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…Continue reading: KHM Travel Group Honors 2014 Crystal Award Winners →
Royal Caribbean Announces New Mega-Ship to Debut in 2016
By Guest on February 28, 2015Royal Caribbean announced that the Harmony of the Seas, the third in the Oasis-class line, will be the world’s largest cruise ship. Due to launch in April 2016, the ship will measure 227,000 tons and carry 5,479 passengers. The 16-deck ship will hold 100 more passengers than the Oasis and Allure, which are the largest…Continue reading: Royal Caribbean Announces New Mega-Ship to Debut in 2016 →
KHM Travel Gives Back to Tiny Hope Children’s Home
By Guest on February 27, 2015One of the benefits of being a travel agent is having the opportunity to form connections with people in places all over the world. During last week’s FAM trip to Jamaica, a group of 45 KHM Travel Agents and staff visited Tiny Hope Children’s Home, a haven for local children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The agents and staff came with…Continue reading: KHM Travel Gives Back to Tiny Hope Children’s Home →