Travel Agents
Travel agents advise travellers upon travel arrangements, make bookings and receive payment for travel arrangements made.
More about this Career
Average Salary
£19151
New workers start around £11223. Normal pay is £19151 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £32696.
Jobs
740
Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs.
Daily Tasks
- Advises on issues of currency, passports, visa requirements, insurance, car hire, vaccinations and other health precautions.
- Informs client of any changes in travel arrangements.
- Handles cash, debit and credit card payment.
- Consults travel time-tables, books travel tickets and accommodation.
- Establishes availability with tour operators and makes bookings.
- Discusses client requirements and shows brochures containing suitable packages.
Skills Employers are looking for
Soft Skills
Soft skills are non-technical skills that include how you interact with colleagues, solve problems, and manage your work
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Active Listening
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Speaking
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Critical Thinking
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Reading Comprehension
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Mathematics
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Learning Strategies
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Writing
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Active Learning
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Monitoring
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Science
