MIAMI — Karisma Hotels & Resorts, with properties in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe, is introducing exclusive new bonuses and enhancements to its Gourmet Inclusive Agent Rewards program and signature Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant program.

After launching what it calls the industry’s most comprehensive Travel Agent Sales & Marketing Portal, Karisma Hotels & Resorts’ debut of new incentives across categories further demonstrates the company’s ongoing commitment to its valued travel agent partners.

“We are proud to support our travel agent partners in a way that is unparalleled in the industry by continuing to evolve our programs and offer increased benefits, compelling bonuses and new levels in recognition of their commitment to our brand’s distinctive properties and Gourmet Inclusive experience,” said Sabrina Filatow, director of sales for Karisma Hotels & Resorts.

“In addition to providing agents with the essential tools and resources they need to sell most effectively, we believe that it is imperative to show our appreciation and motivate agents with generous incentives that will lead to even greater success.”

Members of Karisma Hotels & Resorts’ complimentary Gourmet Inclusive Agent Rewards program will now receive enhanced benefits, including: exclusive booking bonuses, innovative sales and marketing tools, personalized online profiles, invites to FAM trips, complimentary WiFi, 20% off spa services when staying at any Gourmet Inclusive resort, a welcome letter and amenity for clients, Friends & Family Travel (non-commissionable discounted rates to visit Karisma Hotels & Resorts with friends and family), and access to the Travel Agent Sales & Marketing Portal, a one-stop-shop for tracking progress and registering bookings. Travel agents can register online to start earning points, and every month, one lucky winner will receive a three-night getaway for two at one of Karisma Hotels & Resorts’ properties.

Karisma Hotels & Resorts also announced additional benefits associated with participation in its Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant program. New as of this year, Karisma Hotels & Resorts presents two new recognition levels, higher yearly cash bonus incentives, more certificates per level, candlelight dinner and spa certificates for renewing members, WOW upgrades and dynamic new profiles for consumer web search that allow guests to instantly book and view a video of the agent, which are the first of its kind.

Karisma Hotels & Resorts’ two new recognition levels, Silver and Karisma Elite, will further recognize agents’ successes, which will be honoured at the annual Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant Awards in December 2015 for accomplishments this year. The new Silver level starts at 50 room nights per year and recognizes the efforts of even the newest members. Benefits for the Silver level include seven WOW Upgrades (one per hotel), seven Sweet Upgrades, two organic spa treatments for two guests and two candlelight dinners. Another new level, Karisma Elite, is now the programs’ highest honour, achieved by booking more than 2,000 room nights per year.

Rewards include additional added value certificates, four five-night complimentary stays valid for two people each, and a $15 cash bonus for every room night sold surpassing the previous year.

Karisma Hotels & Resorts has also increased the yearly cash bonus incentives for its Diamond levels in addition to a new cash bonus at every level:

• Diamond Level 1 – Agents now receive $5 per room night sold over the previous year (previously $0) in addition to a $250 cash bonus
• Diamond Level 2 – Agents now receive $7.50 per room night sold over the previous year (previously $5) in addition to a $500 cash bonus
• Diamond Level 3 – Agents now receive $10 per room night sold over the previous year (previously $7.50) in addition to a $750 cash bonus
• Diamond Level 4 – Agents now receive $12.50 per room night sold over the previous year (previously $10) in addition to a $1,000 cash bonus
• Diamond Level 5 – Agents now receive $15 per room night sold over the previous year (previously $10) in addition to a $5,000 cash bonus.

Launched in 2008, the Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant Program is limited to an elite group of travel agents who are obligated to meet specific standards and requirements in order to exceed extremely high expectations with regard to customer service and support. Not only do Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultants receive benefits from the program – from marketing tools to added incentives to offer consumers – but also travellers who book a vacation with the specialized agents are privy to exclusive deals and on-property VIP recognition, among other advantages.

Agents interested in becoming a part of the Gourmet Inclusive Vacation Consultant, Gourmet Inclusive Wedding Consultant, Gourmet Inclusive Honeymoon & Anniversary Consultant and Gourmet Inclusive Agent Rewards programs, and learning more about the Karisma Travel Agent Sales & Marketing Portal are encouraged to visit karismatravelagents.com.