Ticket To Travel

What Ticket To Travel does

Ticket To Travel is a U.S. host travel agency founded in 1992 and headquartered in San Jose, California, operating with 11-50 employees. It recruits, educates, and supports independent travel agents who sell leisure travel to end consumers, providing them with the operational infrastructure and supplier access required to operate as independent contractors. The company also holds seller-of-travel registrations in California, Florida, Hawaii, and Washington, supporting multi-state compliant sales activity.

The core product is an integrated platform combining a client relationship management system (myTravelCRM), an agent operations portal (MyTravelAgentPortal), agent-branded websites, a Learning Management System for education, live events and one-on-one coaching, a Marketing Hub with social and email assets, and E&O insurance. Agents sell across more than 80 preferred supplier relationships spanning cruise lines (Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival, Celebrity, Disney, Viking, AmaWaterways, MSC, Princess, Holland America, Virgin Voyages), hotel groups (Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt), airlines (American Airlines Vacations, Delta Vacations), tour operators (Globus, G Adventures), OTAs (Expedia TAAP), and insurance providers (Allianz, Travel Insured).

The business model is two-pronged: (1) recurring membership/subscription fees of $64.95/month or $649/year plus a one-time registration fee, and (2) a 10-20% commission split on travel bookings generated by agents, with experienced agents retaining up to 90% (and eligibility for a 100% Commissions Program). Go-to-market is primarily direct-to-agent via self-serve website enrollment, an online readiness quiz, and phone-based inside sales, with recruitment amplified through content marketing, organic social (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, LinkedIn), live industry events, webinars, and agent testimonials. The company is segmented into new agents, experienced agents, cruise specialists, and a "Heroes" discount tier for first responders, military, and healthcare workers.

Name

Ticket To Travel

Legal name

KHM Consulting Inc.

Website

https://aticket2travel.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1992

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ticket To Travel is a U.S. host travel agency founded in 1992 that recruits, trains, and supports independent travel agents through an integrated platform of CRM, education, marketing tools, and supplier partnerships, monetized via membership fees and commission splits.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Host Travel Agency Services

NAICS

Travel Agencies (561510), Travel Agencies (56151)

SIC

Transportation Services (4700)

akta.pro primary industry

Inbound/Local Retail Travel Agencies (Destination Booking Offices) (THAKABAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fee-Based/Independent Trip Planners (No Booking) (THAKAOAA), Outbound International Retail Travel Agencies (THAKABAI)

Keywords

• Host travel agency
• Travel agent support
• Travel agent education
• Commission split programs
• Independent travel agents

Headquarters

HQ city

San Jose

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership/Subscription Fees: Agents pay monthly ($64.95/month) or annual ($649/year) membership fees to join the host agency. Registration fees also apply ($149 for monthly, $50 for annual).
2. Commission Split: Host agency takes a percentage of commissions earned by agents on travel bookings. New agents receive 80% commission (host takes 20%), while experienced agents can earn up to 90% commission.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Ticket To Travel operates as a host travel agency that recruits, trains, and supports independent travel agents. The company provides a bundled platform comprising an LMS-based education program, a CRM (myTravelCRM), an agent portal (MyTravelAgentPortal), a branded Travel Agent Connection Website, marketing resources, one-on-one coaching, E&O insurance, and access to 80+ preferred suppliers. Agents pay monthly or annual membership fees and earn 80-90% commissions on travel bookings, with optional 100% commission programs for experienced agents.

Product overview

KHM Travel Group operates as a host travel agency providing a platform of integrated services for independent travel agents. The core offering consists of the myTravelCRM Client Management System and MyTravelAgentPortal, complemented by agent website services. Additional modules include Online Learning Management Courses and Live Education Events for professional development, a One-on-one Coaching Program for personalized support, Marketing Hub Resources for business promotion, and E&O Insurance coverage. The company offers tiered pricing structures for new agents (starting at $64.95/month with 80% commission) and experienced agents (up to 90% commission), along with a 100% Commissions Program option.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Monthly Membership for New Travel Agents Recurring monthly membership at $64.95/month with a $149 registration fee that grants new travel agents access to the host-agency platform, including the LMS, myTravelCRM, MyTravelAgentPortal, Marketing Hub, coaching, and E&O insurance, with agents earning 80% commission on travel bookings.
• Annual Membership for New Travel Agents Annual subscription at $649/year with a $50 registration fee that delivers the same platform access as the monthly plan at a discounted registration cost, with 80% commission on bookings.
• Experienced Agents Program Membership tier for experienced travel agents offering up to 90% commission (rate dependent on prior commissions earned), waivable registration fees, an Agency Program, and an optional 100% Commissions Program.
• Savings for Heroes Program Discounted membership offering for first responders, military, healthcare workers, and other heroes who want to become travel agents, providing reduced-cost access to the host-agency platform.
• myTravelCRM Client Management System Proprietary client relationship management system provided to travel agents for managing client interactions, bookings, and travel planning workflows.
• MyTravelAgentPortal Agent portal providing access to tools, resources, and commission tracking for independent travel agents operating under the host agency.
• Travel Agent Connection Website Branded website service provided to agents for establishing their online presence and attracting consumer clients under the host-agency umbrella.
• Online Learning Management Courses Structured online education programs covering travel industry basics through advanced sales techniques, delivered through an LMS and included with host-agency membership.
• Live Education Events Live webinars, workshops, and conferences delivered for ongoing professional development and industry trend awareness, available at additional cost beyond standard membership.
• One-on-One Coaching Program Personalized coaching and support provided to travel agents at every step of their agent journey, with direct access to host-agency team members.
• Marketing Hub Resources Marketing toolkit for agents including social media content, email templates, supplier partnerships, and other resources to help promote their travel services.
• E&O Insurance Policy Errors and omissions insurance policy included with host-agency membership to protect travel agents against professional liability claims.
• Preferred Supplier Network Access Member access to a preferred supplier network spanning 80+ cruise lines (Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Carnival, Celebrity, Princess, Holland America, Virgin Voyages, MSC, Viking, AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways), airlines (American Airlines Vacations, Delta Vacations), hotel chains (Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, Sandals, RIU), tour operators (Globus, G Adventures), and insurance providers (Allianz, Travel Insured International).

Quantifiable outcome

• Agents report personal and professional growth through access to education, industry information, and resources
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

29 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ALG VacationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred supplier partner providing vacation packages and travel products for KHM Travel Group agents to sell to their customers.
• American Airlines VacationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirline vacation packages partner offering competitive travel options for agents to sell.
• Disney DestinationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred supplier for Disney vacation products including theme park tickets, resort bookings, and vacation packages.
• Norwegian Cruise LinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Royal CaribbeancoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Carnival Cruise LinecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Celebrity CruisescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Virgin VoyagescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorModern cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Princess CruisescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Holland AmericacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• MSC CruisescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• VikingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPremium river and ocean cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• AmaWaterwayscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuxury river cruise line partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• Avalon WaterwayscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRiver cruise partner providing cruise vacation products for agents to sell.
• HiltoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor hotel chain partner providing accommodation options for agents to sell.
• MarriottcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMajor hotel chain partner providing accommodation options for agents to sell.
• Hyatt Hotels & ResortscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHotel chain partner through Inclusive Collection providing accommodation options for agents to sell.
• Delta VacationscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAirline vacation packages partner offering competitive travel options for agents to sell.
• Expedia TAAPcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline travel agency partner providing booking platform and competitive travel options for agents.
• Travel Leaders NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHost agency network partner providing affiliations and resources for KHM agents.
• CLIAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCruise Lines International Association - industry association partnership for cruise education and certification.
• ASTAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican Society of Travel Advisors - industry association partnership providing advocacy and professional development.
• Sandals ResortscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLuxury resort partner providing Caribbean vacation products for agents to sell.
• RIU Hotels & ResortscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational hotel chain partner providing accommodation options for agents to sell.
• Globus family of brandscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTour operator partner providing guided tour packages for agents to sell.
• G AdventurescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdventure tour operator partner providing tour packages for agents to sell.
• Allianz Global AssistancecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTravel insurance partner providing insurance products for agents to sell alongside travel bookings.
• Travel Insured InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTravel insurance partner providing insurance products for agents to sell.
• Travel Leaders NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTravel agency network providing preferred supplier relationships and industry recognition (Golden Legacy Award).

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• KHM Travel Group: KHM Travel Group is one of the largest US host travel agencies, offering a near-identical model: tiered membership/subscription fees, commission splits, an LMS, CRM, marketing hub, coaching, and 80+ preferred supplier partnerships. It is the most directly comparable peer in the host agency category.
• Avoya Travel: Avoya Travel operates a host agency model with independent travel advisors, emphasizing supplier partnerships, lead generation, and technology. Comparable in target market (independent US travel agents) and commission-based revenue model.
• Nexion Travel Group: Nexion is a large US host travel agency serving independent agents with training, marketing, technology, and supplier access. Direct competitor for independent agent recruitment and similar revenue mechanics.
• Dream Vacations: Dream Vacations (part of World Travel Holdings) is a cruise-specialist host franchise model offering training, marketing, and supplier relationships to independent agents. Overlaps heavily on cruise-focused agent programs.
• CruiseOne: CruiseOne is a cruise-focused host agency franchise within World Travel Holdings, providing independent agents with training, technology, and supplier access. Closely comparable on cruise agent specialization and host model.
• InteleTravel: InteleTravel is a large international host travel agency recruiting independent agents globally, with training, technology, and supplier partnerships. Comparable in targeting independent agents seeking low-barrier entry into the industry.
• OutsideAgents: OutsideAgents is a US-based host travel agency offering independent agents commission splits, marketing tools, education, and supplier access. Direct competitor on commission structure and core services.
• Gifted Travel Network: Gifted Travel Network is a host agency focused on experienced independent travel advisors, emphasizing higher commission splits and curated supplier relationships. Comparable in targeting tenured agents seeking higher take-home.
• Travel Quest Network: Travel Quest Network is a US host travel agency providing training, supplier access, and marketing resources to independent agents, with a multi-tier program structure similar to the subject company's offering.

Broad incumbents

• Expedia TAAP: Expedia's Travel Agent Affiliate Program is a large-scale platform connecting travel agents to Expedia's inventory for commission-based booking. Functions as a broad supplier/competitor to host agencies for self-directed agents seeking online booking tools.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCcoM6xmIv-xCcHrJ4lz6snw
• Facebookfacebook.com/profile.php
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/khm-travel-group
• Instagraminstagram.com/khmtravel
• TikToktiktok.com/@khmtravel
• Xx.com/T2THostAgency

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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