Travel And Tourism

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Travel and Tourism 2012 Siobhan Eastman Introduction to Hospitality Management 2/1/2012 Abstract The most important qualities in the traveling and tourism field are communication, teamwork and customer service skills. Whatever the location, position or technical skills, to make it in travel and tourism you need to enjoy challenges and have the ability to work well with people. Running head: travel & tourism There are several jobs in the travel and tourism industry, some task that are also involved in the travel and tourism include; communication, organization, interaction and involvement. Also included in the travel and tourism industry is the opportunity to make a nice salary. At first glance one would think travel and tourism would be a boring job after a while, but, upon doing research on this topic I realize I could have a great time and earn a great income. According to expert’s working in the travel and tourism industry an inexperienced person will come to learn a lot about people in different parts of the world. Some qualities a person in this industry needs are; maturity, have people skills, must be able to think on the go and have good selling skills. Another asset in this industry is the ability to build a rapport with people of different ages and different cultures. In order to enjoy what the job requires a sense of humor is a must. This career would also require a person, with an outgoing personality. This type of industry will also build customer service skills and give a great desire to help people. Travel and tourism will also sharpen a person’s computer, organizational and listening skills. I know if you start this field a little shy it will build confidence. The travel and tourism industry’s career path include sectors such as retail travel, wholesale travel, visitor information, tour operator, cruising, transportation, events and
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