How to Set Up Travel Careers

A travel career can be fun, exciting and filled with many perks such as free or discounted travel. If you are a people person, have good customer services skills, and can adjust to change easily, a travel career would be a wise choice. Once you have researched the travel industries you prefer, it's time to start looking.

Instructions

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Decide on the type of travel career you want. Possibilities include being a travel agent, travel coordinator and reservations sales. Research travel careers online or talk to those in the industry.

2

Attend a community college in your area and enroll in travel classes. Often, these last one to three months and offer hands-on training as well as a certificate of completion. If you have never worked in the travel industry, a travel course will give you the training and insight you need.

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Apply for a part-time, seasonal or full-time job within your preferred industry. Work experiences coupled with academics will give you a clear picture of the travel industry and provide you with a solid foundation to set up your career.

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Create a business plan for career you want, especially if your goal is to set up a small travel business. The business plan requires extensive research and will provide in-depth knowledge of the area you want to specialize in. A business plan will also help you stay focused on your career goals, and it can be a tool if you apply for a loan for a travel business.

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Join a travel career group and network with other professionals. Find local travel career groups online at www.meetup.com. Networking with other travel professionals can open the door to information on travel jobs and possible clients, as well as tips on setting up a travel career as a small business.