Travel Agents
Wages
New workers start around £12,280. Normal pay is £26,249 per year.
Highly experienced workers can earn up to £47,081.
Available jobs
In the past year there were 30,952 vacancies for this type of job
Projected job growth over the next 8 years
Related courses
People work towards these careers by taking these courses at college and uni.
What they do most days?
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.
Hard Skills
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Skills are ranked based on the number of job adverts that list them as required skills.
Soft Skills
Soft skills can be self-taught and usually do not necessitate a certain completed level of education.
Skills are ranked based on the number of job adverts that list them as required skills.