KHM Today

Welcome back to KHM Today. We have a great episode for you today filled with information on All-Inclusives and accessible travel.  First up we have Justyna Chelstowski, Director of National Accounts USA with Iberostar. Hear what is new with their brand and get inspired to travel somewhere new next year.  Next, we have Cody Reckart a KHM Travel Group Agent. He is here to talk about International Da...

Welcome to KHM Today. We have two great guests to chat about some updates on the high seas.  Justin French and Bentlie Logan from Carnival Cruise Line are here today to talk about what’s new with their brand, updates on their new private island, and have some fun with Carolyn while we share what we are grateful for.   There will be no live show next week while we take time to reflect on everything...

Hello KHM Today listeners!  This week to celebrate World Kindness Day, we are bringing you a special bonus episode featuring our sister podcast, Travel Stories Unpacked!  Join KHM Travel's Ashley Newton and Geoff Cox as they unpack Tourism and Peace, which is the theme for World Tourism Day 2024.  Share how you're celebrating World Kindness day and what Tourism and Peace means to you!  K...

Hello viewers! We have a fantastic episode for you today all about stress relief and the experience of getting to grow up outside of the United States.  First up we have Amanda Morales, Sales Manager National Accounts with Virgin Voyages. She shares ways to release your stress while on board one of their ships and exciting news about their brand.   Next up we have two KHM Travel Group agents, Shaw...

Welcome to our Halloween Episode of KHM Today. We hope it inspires you to booook your next trip!  We have a first-time guest with us today, Erin Douglas, Vice President of Field Sales with MSC Cruises. Hear what’s new with their brand, their amazing private island, and how to experience some luxury at sea.  Tune in next week while we chat with Virgin Voyages and talk about the experience of living...

Welcome to KHM Today! We have a great episode for you today, Live from Allure of the Seas.  Carolyn, along with guest Kathy Killen, are cruising right now for an extension of learning from one of our in-person events. Hear about their experience and why you should book yourself or your clients on a short sailing. You still get to experience everything you want, and it will make you want to come ba...

Hello viewers! We are back on land this week and excited to share information about a beautiful destination.  New to the show we have Susie Albin-Najera, Director of Leisure Travel & Strategic Partnerships, U.S. Market Los Cabos Tourism Board. She is here to paint a beautiful picture of Los Cabos and shed light on their sustainability efforts, landscape, and how to get the most out of your tri...

Hello viewers! We have two incredible guests today that are going to inspire you to want to travel and give tips to being a successful agent. These are conversations you don’t want to miss.  First up we have Michele Higgins from Sandals to talk about what is new with their brand. She paints an incredible picture of their latest resorts, making them bucket list destinations for many travelers.  Nex...

Welcome to KHM Today! We put on an incredible luxury event last week but are excited to be back to have a conversation about core values and being your authentic self.  We have three guests here to share their stories and opinions on some trending topics in the industry. Today’s guests are Amy Garner, Engagement Specialist with KHM Travel Group, Maddi Srail, Billing Specialist and head of our char...

Hello KHM Today listeners! There will be no show this week as our team attends KHM Travel's Luxury Symposium, but did you know that KHM Travel has another podcast?  Check out Travel Stories Unpacked for all things travel, from the silly to the serious, and everywhere in between!  Watch Carolyn's episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/oWGZNhetOcg Find Travel Stories Unpacked on YouTube, App...

Welcome to KHM Today! We have a great episode for you today dedicated to groups.   First up we have our Business Development Manager for Norwegian Cruise Line, Lylle Lopez. She is here to give you some tips on how to make groups successful while on their brand. Don’t forget your BDMs are there to help you take your business to the next level.  Next up we have one of our group experts, Joanne Shiki...

Welcome back to KHM Today! We have a special episode dedicated to experiencing the beautiful destination of Africa.  Our first guest is Don Forster from Goway. He paints an incredible picture of all the different experiences you can have while traveling in Africa. He goes into detail of where you should travel to encounter certain animals and landmarks and how you should prepare for a destination...

Hello viewers! We are here today to talk about some of the great education that the travel industry has to offer.  Our guests for this episode are Charles Sylvia, ECC - CLIA Vice President, Industry and Trade Relations; Guida Botelho, CTIE - Sr. Director of Education, The Travel Institute; and Mark Meader - ASTA Sr. VP, Industry Affairs and Education. They all get into detail on the certifications...

Welcome back to KHM Today! We have a fabulous episode for you today to inspire you to schedule some me time and tips to share your experiences with the world.  First up we have three KHM Travel Group Agents, Wendy Payne, Brian Miller, and Stephanie Nye. They are here to talk about how they use blogging in their travel business.   Next up we have a fan favorite David Pritchard, the Health and Welln...

Hello and welcome to KHM Today. Our very own Chantelle Nye is here filling in for Carolyn while she enjoys a vacation with her family. Join her as we talk to Holland America and have another special guest to talk about something that is a pretty big dill.   It’s National Pickleball day and what better supplier to have on than one that partners with the Professional Pickleball Association. Tara Sch...

Welcome back to KHM Today. We had a blast last week getting to educate more than 200 of our agents at our Destination Success event.   First up, we have Karin Green from Universal to talk about their new Epic Universe set to open in 2025. She also shares their plans for a DreamWorks Land along with their 60th anniversary celebration in Hollywood.   2025 is going to be a big year for us. KHM Travel...

Welcome to KHM Today. We have a great recording for you today while we are education our agents at Destination Success.  We had the privilege to talk with a Globus Tour Director from Italy. He joined us at our home office and shared about his experiences and some of the amazing tours he leads.   Be sure to tune in next week while we talk to Universal and our upcoming Crystal Conference.  Become an...

Hello and welcome back to KHM Today! We had a great time last week on resort, but we are happy to be back with a special guest and celebrating National Emoji Day.  First up we have a returning guest but in a new role, Dondra Ritzenthaler, the CEO of Azamara Cruises. Hear about their amazing brand and how she is making waves in the travel industry.  Next up, we have our Digital Marketing Specialist...

Hello viewers! Today we are at the beautiful new resort, Secrets Playa Blanca. We had the opportunity to take our show on the road for the second time.   Learn all about this new resort and what it has to offer. Hear the inspiration behind the design, what unique amenities it has to offer, and the hidden gems you don’t want to miss.  We are incredibly grateful for this opportunity. We hope you use...

Welcome to KHM Today! We have a great panel today to talk about how to best communicate with your clients.   We have three incredible agents joining us today, Jenny Lehman, Matt Wahlgren, and Rebecca Smiley. Hear how they got their start, how they have evolved with experience, and tips to make the most out of every interaction you have with clients.  We will not have a live show next week because...

Thanks for joining us for this joyous episode of KHM Today! We have some great information and tips to help you build your travel business.   First up we have our brand-new BDM for Carnival, Bentlie Logan. Learn a little bit more about her and hear updates about their brand like their new private Island.  Next, we have our 2023 Hall of Fame Inductee, Hollie Schmitt. This is the top award that we g...

Hello viewers! We have a great episode for you today filled with social media tips and travel gifts as we celebrate Pride Month and Father’s Day.  First up we have a KHM Travel Group Agent, Tim Davis. He is here to talk about how he got his start in the travel industry, give social media tips, and how he markets to the LGBTQ+ community.   Next up we have Kevin Kelly who is part of our education an...

Welcome to this week’s show. We have special guest host Sarah Mayfield here to have great conversations with some of our agents along with MSC Cruises.   Our first guest is Lionel Garcia with MSC Cruises. He is here to talk about their conservation efforts along with the top 5 reasons you should sail on their product.  We asked two KHM Travel Group agents, Leigh Lee and Toni Rath, to join our conv...

Hello viewers! Today we are celebrating World Reef Awareness Day with some fantastic guests.  First up we have Dan Taugher, the National Sales Manager at Cayman Islands Department of Tourism. He is here to talk about what is new in the destination and to talk about the progress they have made protecting their reefs.  Next up we have a member of our education team to make a fun summer cocktail call...

Welcome back to KHM Today! We had a great time last week educating over 60 agents here in Ohio.   Today we have Tresa Reed with Viking. She is here to talk about their special sailing for the 80th anniversary for D-Day. This is a very powerful itinerary, so much so that it will be offered next year as well. She also covers more unique sailings along with sharing their return back to China.   Next...