Understand Travel Jobs & Earning
When we speak of the "Travel Industry," it encompasses a vast and exciting array of jobs and careers. It's crucial to understand that "Travel" and "Tourism" are often used interchangeably; they are essentially synonyms, both referring to the expansive realm of facilitating journeys and experiences. Even Aviation, including airlines, airports, air ticketing, Global Distribution Systems (GDS) like IATA, and air cargo, is an integral component of the broader Tourism Industry.
Below, I have outlined some of the most sought-after and common career paths within this vibrant industry, categorizing them into 15 clear sections for ease of understanding:
Roles within a Travel Agency or Travel Company
Jobs at International & Domestic Airports
Careers as Pilots & Flight Crew (including Air Hostesses/Cabin Crew)
The World of Tour Guiding & Freelancing
Opportunities with Airline City Offices
Visa & Embassy-Related Professions
Specialized Roles: Group Manager, Travel Manager, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), & Event Management
Government Sector Jobs in Travel & Tourism
Teaching & Academia in Travel, Aviation, and Tourism
Working with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Suppliers, & National Tourism Boards (e.g., Australia Tourism, Switzerland Tourism)
Hospitality Careers: Hotels & Cruises
Digital Travel Personalities: Travel Blogger, Vlogger, Writer, & Host
Corporate Support Roles within the Travel Industry (Non-Travel Specific)
Bus & Train Ticketing Services (Job or Business)
Transportation Business (Buses & Taxis for Tourists)
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Roles within a Travel Agency or Travel Company
Jobs at International & Domestic Airports
Careers as Pilots & Flight Crew (including Air Hostesses/Cabin Crew)
The World of Tour Guiding & Freelancing
Opportunities with Airline City Offices
Visa & Embassy-Related Professions
Specialized Roles: Group Manager, Travel Manager, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), & Event Management
Government Sector Jobs in Travel & Tourism
Teaching & Academia in Travel, Aviation, and Tourism
Working with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Suppliers, & National Tourism Boards (e.g., Australia Tourism, Switzerland Tourism)
Hospitality Careers: Hotels & Cruises
Digital Travel Personalities: Travel Blogger, Vlogger, Writer, & Host
Corporate Support Roles within the Travel Industry (Non-Travel Specific)
Bus & Train Ticketing Services (Job or Business)
Transportation Business (Buses & Taxis for Tourists)
Why Choose the Travel Industry? Who Should Join?
Before delving into specific job categories, let's address a fundamental question: Why should you consider a career in the Travel Industry, and who is ideally suited for it?
Passion for Travel & Unparalleled Perks: If you possess a genuine love for travel, this industry offers incredible opportunities to explore the world. Many roles provide avenues for complimentary or highly subsidized travel—sometimes almost immediately, or certainly after a few months of dedicated work. Imagine traversing continents, experiencing diverse cultures, and earning a competitive income simultaneously. For those driven by a desire to see the world, the travel industry is truly unmatched.
High Growth & Rewarding Compensation: The travel industry is a dynamic and consistently expanding sector. Despite global events, it demonstrates remarkable resilience and a continuous upward trajectory, translating into significant growth potential and attractive salary packages.
Inclusivity & Diverse Skill Set Appreciation: One of the most remarkable aspects of the travel industry is its accessibility. It offers rewarding career paths and high earning potential even for individuals who may not have excelled in traditional academic subjects like Science or Mathematics. Practical knowledge and interpersonal skills often take precedence over purely theoretical understanding. While it presents abundant opportunities for engineers and other specialized professionals, those with less formal education can also achieve remarkable success, often surpassing earnings in other fields. Conversely, for Science or Commerce graduates, joining the travel industry can lead to higher earnings and far more engaging, interesting roles compared to conventional careers.
Beyond the Desk: A Blend of Experience: The travel industry thrives on practical engagement, face-to-face interactions, and real-world experiences. For individuals who prefer an active, people-centric environment over a conventional 9-to-5 office setup, it's an ideal fit. Simultaneously, it offers countless opportunities for those who prefer office-based roles, such as operations management for travel companies or air ticket issuance. The industry truly caters to diverse preferences.
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Exploring Career Paths in Travel, Aviation & Tourism: Roles, Salaries & Growth
Let's explore each job category, detailing typical responsibilities, current salary expectations, and potential career progression.
1. Roles within a Travel Agency or Travel Company
Travel agencies and travel companies function synonymously. They are broadly categorized into three types based on their specialization:
Domestic Travel Agencies: Focus on creating and selling travel packages within their own country (e.g., packages for Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan in India).
Inbound Travel Agencies: Design packages for international tourists visiting a specific country (e.g., foreigners traveling to India).
Outbound Travel Agencies: Specialize in crafting travel packages for residents traveling abroad (e.g., Indians wishing to travel internationally).
Common responsibilities include issuing domestic and international air tickets, booking hotels, developing intricate travel itineraries, constructing compelling travel packages, facilitating visa services, and managing operations. Professionals can specialize in areas like air ticketing or package creation. Comprehensive knowledge across all these functions positions an individual for rapid advancement.
Career Growth: From Executive to Assistant Manager, Senior Manager, General Manager, Managing Director, or even establishing one's own successful Travel Agency.
Starting Salary (Executive): ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 per month
Salary after 6 months: ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 per month (only with excellent performance)
Salary after 1 year: ₹32,000 – ₹40,000 per month
Salary after 2 years (Assistant Manager): ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 6 years (Senior Manager): ₹1,80,000 – ₹2,80,000+ per month (typically with large travel companies like Expedia, FCm Travel, Airlines, or IATA)
Salary after 10 years (Leadership/Director): ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ per month (possible with multinational travel companies or in self-business)
Tip for Growth: Specializing in Outbound Travel Packages often leads to faster growth. In-depth knowledge of travel package construction and destination expertise are paramount for career advancement.
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Domestic Travel Agencies: Focus on creating and selling travel packages within their own country (e.g., packages for Goa, Kerala, Rajasthan in India).
Inbound Travel Agencies: Design packages for international tourists visiting a specific country (e.g., foreigners traveling to India).
Outbound Travel Agencies: Specialize in crafting travel packages for residents traveling abroad (e.g., Indians wishing to travel internationally).
Career Growth: From Executive to Assistant Manager, Senior Manager, General Manager, Managing Director, or even establishing one's own successful Travel Agency.
Starting Salary (Executive): ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 per month
Salary after 6 months: ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 per month (only with excellent performance)
Salary after 1 year: ₹32,000 – ₹40,000 per month
Salary after 2 years (Assistant Manager): ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 6 years (Senior Manager): ₹1,80,000 – ₹2,80,000+ per month (typically with large travel companies like Expedia, FCm Travel, Airlines, or IATA)
Salary after 10 years (Leadership/Director): ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ per month (possible with multinational travel companies or in self-business)
Tip for Growth: Specializing in Outbound Travel Packages often leads to faster growth. In-depth knowledge of travel package construction and destination expertise are paramount for career advancement.
2. Jobs at International & Domestic Airports
The most accessible and common roles at airports are within Ground Staff. Most individuals begin in these positions and advance through promotions and specialized training based on their performance. Opportunities exist for individuals with qualifications as low as 10th or 12th standard.
Other diverse airport roles include air ticket issuance, boarding pass issuance, airport representative duties, positions in airport restaurants, retail outlets (including duty-free shops), and airport security. The airport sector also offers numerous Government Jobs, such as Customs and Immigration officers, and various engineering and technical roles.
Starting Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month
Salary after 1 year: ₹28,000 – ₹45,000 per month
Salary after 3 years: ₹38,000 – ₹65,000 per month
Salary after 10 years: ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: Begin your career early. Cultivate an excellent personality, master air ticketing, consider learning a foreign language, and maintain professionalism by avoiding workplace politics and detrimental habits.
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Starting Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 per month
Salary after 1 year: ₹28,000 – ₹45,000 per month
Salary after 3 years: ₹38,000 – ₹65,000 per month
Salary after 10 years: ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: Begin your career early. Cultivate an excellent personality, master air ticketing, consider learning a foreign language, and maintain professionalism by avoiding workplace politics and detrimental habits.
3. Careers as Pilots & Flight Crew (including Air Hostesses/Cabin Crew)
This segment represents some of the most coveted and high-paying roles within the Aviation Industry, a prestigious part of the broader Travel Industry.
Pilot:
Pilots enjoy exceptional earning potential and unparalleled opportunities for free global travel in minimal time.
Challenges: Securing these roles can be challenging due to the high cost of pilot training (minimum ₹40,00,000 - ₹60,00,000 / 40-60 Lakhs for commercial pilot training) and a competitive job market where the number of available positions can fluctuate relative to trained pilots. Significant government job opportunities also exist for pilots.
Starting Salary (Pilot): ₹2,80,000 – ₹4,50,000+ per month
Salary after 5 years of experience: ₹9,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ per month (can be substantially higher based on airline, aircraft type, and seniority)
Tip for Training: Prioritize pilot training courses from reputable government-approved institutes.
Air Hostess/Cabin Crew:
This is a highly sought-after and dynamic role within the Aviation Industry.
Ideal Entry Age: Typically, the age range of 21 to 28 is considered optimal for entry, although some airlines may have slight variations. Entry can become more challenging beyond this age.
Requirements: With confidence and strong interpersonal skills, securing a cabin crew position is achievable. While strict height and weight criteria have become less common, a well-groomed appearance and a professional demeanor are essential. This role offers extensive travel opportunities.
Career Longevity: Modern airlines generally allow cabin crew to continue working much longer, often well into their 40s or 50s, based on performance, health, and company policy.
Job Search: Regularly monitor airline career websites for interview announcements.
Starting Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹75,000 per month
Salary after 3 years of experience: ₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹4,50,000 – ₹8,00,000+ per month
Tip for Training: Strongly advised: Never enroll in expensive private institutes for Air Hostess or Flight Crew courses. Seek training from institutes approved by aviation regulatory bodies. Refer to official government aviation links (like DGCA in India) for accredited training providers.
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Challenges: Securing these roles can be challenging due to the high cost of pilot training (minimum ₹40,00,000 - ₹60,00,000 / 40-60 Lakhs for commercial pilot training) and a competitive job market where the number of available positions can fluctuate relative to trained pilots. Significant government job opportunities also exist for pilots.
Starting Salary (Pilot): ₹2,80,000 – ₹4,50,000+ per month
Salary after 5 years of experience: ₹9,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ per month (can be substantially higher based on airline, aircraft type, and seniority)
Tip for Training: Prioritize pilot training courses from reputable government-approved institutes.
Ideal Entry Age: Typically, the age range of 21 to 28 is considered optimal for entry, although some airlines may have slight variations. Entry can become more challenging beyond this age.
Requirements: With confidence and strong interpersonal skills, securing a cabin crew position is achievable. While strict height and weight criteria have become less common, a well-groomed appearance and a professional demeanor are essential. This role offers extensive travel opportunities.
Career Longevity: Modern airlines generally allow cabin crew to continue working much longer, often well into their 40s or 50s, based on performance, health, and company policy.
Job Search: Regularly monitor airline career websites for interview announcements.
Starting Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹75,000 per month
Salary after 3 years of experience: ₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹4,50,000 – ₹8,00,000+ per month
Tip for Training: Strongly advised: Never enroll in expensive private institutes for Air Hostess or Flight Crew courses. Seek training from institutes approved by aviation regulatory bodies. Refer to official government aviation links (like DGCA in India) for accredited training providers.
4. The World of Tour Guiding & Freelancing
Tour Guides play an indispensable role in enriching a tourist's understanding and experience of a destination's attractions and culture. Even a specialized knowledge of a particular city or region can open doors to a tour guiding career.
Current Employment Trends: The current market often favors hiring tour guides on a per-day or freelance basis rather than permanent employment.
Travel Scope: Tour guiding typically limits travel to a specific city or neighboring destinations. For those aspiring to extensive free global travel, a Travel Manager role (discussed later) would be a more suitable path than a tour guide.
Earnings Potential (Average Working Days: 70-90 per year):
Per Day Earning (First Year): ₹700 – ₹1,500 per day
Per Day Earning (After 2 years experience): ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 per day
Per Day Earning (After 10 years experience): ₹12,000 – ₹25,000+ per day. (Note: such high income may not be available everyday and is rare.)
Effective Monthly Earning (assuming 85 working days/year at ₹3,500/day): Approximately ₹25,000 per month.
Tip for Growth: Develop a strong grasp of history, maintain a pleasant demeanor, and cultivate excellent communication skills.
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Current Employment Trends: The current market often favors hiring tour guides on a per-day or freelance basis rather than permanent employment.
Travel Scope: Tour guiding typically limits travel to a specific city or neighboring destinations. For those aspiring to extensive free global travel, a Travel Manager role (discussed later) would be a more suitable path than a tour guide.
Earnings Potential (Average Working Days: 70-90 per year):
Per Day Earning (First Year): ₹700 – ₹1,500 per day
Per Day Earning (After 2 years experience): ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 per day
Per Day Earning (After 10 years experience): ₹12,000 – ₹25,000+ per day. (Note: such high income may not be available everyday and is rare.)
Effective Monthly Earning (assuming 85 working days/year at ₹3,500/day): Approximately ₹25,000 per month.
Tip for Growth: Develop a strong grasp of history, maintain a pleasant demeanor, and cultivate excellent communication skills.
5. Opportunities with Airline City Offices
Jobs within airline city offices are highly desirable roles within the aviation segment of the Travel Industry. These positions include sales, marketing, and various operational roles.
Work Environment: For those who prefer a structured 10 AM to 5 PM, five-day work week, city offices offer an excellent environment, distinct from airport operations.
Travel Perks: Most airline staff receive a minimum of two complimentary air tickets annually, along with other travel benefits.
Essential Skills: Proficiency in Global Distribution Systems (GDS) or Centralized Reservation Systems (CRS) is crucial. Amadeus and Galileo are among the leading GDS platforms. A pleasant personality and excellent communication skills are non-negotiable for success in airline roles.
Starting Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹50,000 – ₹80,000 per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: Master GDS systems like Amadeus and actively seek positions with international airlines in their city offices for enhanced career prospects.
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Work Environment: For those who prefer a structured 10 AM to 5 PM, five-day work week, city offices offer an excellent environment, distinct from airport operations.
Travel Perks: Most airline staff receive a minimum of two complimentary air tickets annually, along with other travel benefits.
Essential Skills: Proficiency in Global Distribution Systems (GDS) or Centralized Reservation Systems (CRS) is crucial. Amadeus and Galileo are among the leading GDS platforms. A pleasant personality and excellent communication skills are non-negotiable for success in airline roles.
Starting Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹50,000 – ₹80,000 per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: Master GDS systems like Amadeus and actively seek positions with international airlines in their city offices for enhanced career prospects.
6. Visa & Embassy-Related Professions
Expertise in visa processing is a globally transferable skill, opening doors to careers in various countries. These specialized roles are found within embassies, consulates, dedicated visa agencies, travel agencies, and even government offices.
Work Environment: Visa-related jobs are primarily office-based, offering very limited travel opportunities.
The Tourism School's Expertise: The Tourism School provides practical visa courses to equip you with this valuable knowledge.
Starting Salary: ₹22,000 – ₹38,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹38,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: With experience and a strong network, it is entirely possible to establish your own visa consultancy business with minimal initial investment, potentially leading to earnings of ₹10,00,000 (10 Lakh) or more per month after gaining significant experience.
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Work Environment: Visa-related jobs are primarily office-based, offering very limited travel opportunities.
The Tourism School's Expertise: The Tourism School provides practical visa courses to equip you with this valuable knowledge.
Starting Salary: ₹22,000 – ₹38,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹38,000 – ₹60,000 per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ per month
Tip for Growth: With experience and a strong network, it is entirely possible to establish your own visa consultancy business with minimal initial investment, potentially leading to earnings of ₹10,00,000 (10 Lakh) or more per month after gaining significant experience.
7. Specialized Roles: Group Manager, Travel Manager, MICE & Event Management
This is arguably one of the most rewarding and dynamic roles within the Travel Industry. Unlike becoming a pilot, the path to becoming a Travel Manager is accessible to a wider range of individuals. A Travel Manager's responsibilities include meticulously organizing entire trips, handling all bookings, crafting detailed itineraries, and crucially, accompanying tourists, corporate groups, and often highly influential individuals (like executives and directors) on their journeys.
Travel Opportunities: This role offers unparalleled opportunities to travel the world for free, staying in luxurious accommodations, all within a relatively short duration.
Career Advancement: Typically, these vacancies are found within larger, established travel companies. The experience gained as a Travel Manager serves as an excellent foundation for easily establishing one's own successful travel company.
MICE Expertise: MICE stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (or Events). These are key drivers for group travel. A MICE group cannot effectively operate without a skilled Travel Manager. Event Management is often a component of MICE, meaning a proficient Travel Manager can also excel as an Event Manager.
Starting Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹90,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹1,20,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹6,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ per month (significant potential for profit sharing in senior roles, especially with large companies)
Tip for Growth: Master the art of Travel Package Construction – it is the cornerstone of becoming a successful Travel Manager.
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Travel Opportunities: This role offers unparalleled opportunities to travel the world for free, staying in luxurious accommodations, all within a relatively short duration.
Career Advancement: Typically, these vacancies are found within larger, established travel companies. The experience gained as a Travel Manager serves as an excellent foundation for easily establishing one's own successful travel company.
MICE Expertise: MICE stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (or Events). These are key drivers for group travel. A MICE group cannot effectively operate without a skilled Travel Manager. Event Management is often a component of MICE, meaning a proficient Travel Manager can also excel as an Event Manager.
Starting Salary: ₹50,000 – ₹90,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹1,20,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹6,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ per month (significant potential for profit sharing in senior roles, especially with large companies)
Tip for Growth: Master the art of Travel Package Construction – it is the cornerstone of becoming a successful Travel Manager.
8. Government Sector Jobs in Travel & Tourism
The government sector offers a vast and often overlooked array of career opportunities within the Travel & Tourism Industry. These include roles with:
National Tourism Bodies: "Incredible India," Ministry of Tourism, and various State Tourism Boards (e.g., Rajasthan Tourism Board, Himachal Pradesh Tourism Board, Kerala, Goa, Odisha).
Government-Operated Entities: Government airlines like Air India, Airport Authority of India, and government-run travel agencies such as Balmer Lawrie.
Education: Positions in government schools, colleges, and universities for teaching Tourism, Aviation, and Air Ticketing.
Local & Specialized Bodies: Within major cities (e.g., Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation - DTTDC), and even with organizations like the Archaeological Survey of India.
The scope of government jobs in this sector is extensive.
Starting Salary: ₹65,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹90,000 – ₹1,50,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month (with additional benefits and stability often associated with government service)
Tip for Success: Focus intensively on theoretical knowledge and prepare for competitive examinations, as these are often prerequisites for government roles.
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National Tourism Bodies: "Incredible India," Ministry of Tourism, and various State Tourism Boards (e.g., Rajasthan Tourism Board, Himachal Pradesh Tourism Board, Kerala, Goa, Odisha).
Government-Operated Entities: Government airlines like Air India, Airport Authority of India, and government-run travel agencies such as Balmer Lawrie.
Education: Positions in government schools, colleges, and universities for teaching Tourism, Aviation, and Air Ticketing.
Local & Specialized Bodies: Within major cities (e.g., Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation - DTTDC), and even with organizations like the Archaeological Survey of India.
Starting Salary: ₹65,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹90,000 – ₹1,50,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month (with additional benefits and stability often associated with government service)
Tip for Success: Focus intensively on theoretical knowledge and prepare for competitive examinations, as these are often prerequisites for government roles.
9. Teaching & Academia in Travel, Aviation and Tourism Industry
With the increasing formalization of travel and tourism education, teaching roles in this industry are growing. Travel and tourism is now integrated into school curricula, sometimes as early as 8th grade. Additionally, numerous private institutes provide specialized training in IATA, Amadeus, Galileo, and Hotel Management.
Opportunities: Government institutions, semi-government bodies, MBA colleges, and private training institutes constantly seek qualified educators for Air Ticketing, Aviation, and Hotel Management courses.
Specific Demand: Given that specialized institutes for "Travel Packages" are rare, there's a particular demand for educators in Aviation, Air Ticketing, and Hotel Management.
Starting Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹50,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per month
Tip for Aspiring Educators: Gaining practical experience within a travel company is highly recommended before transitioning into a teaching role, as it provides invaluable real-world insights.
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Opportunities: Government institutions, semi-government bodies, MBA colleges, and private training institutes constantly seek qualified educators for Air Ticketing, Aviation, and Hotel Management courses.
Specific Demand: Given that specialized institutes for "Travel Packages" are rare, there's a particular demand for educators in Aviation, Air Ticketing, and Hotel Management.
Starting Salary: ₹35,000 – ₹50,000 per month
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per month
Tip for Aspiring Educators: Gaining practical experience within a travel company is highly recommended before transitioning into a teaching role, as it provides invaluable real-world insights.
10. Working with Destination Management Companies (DMCs), Suppliers, & National Tourism Boards
These roles are highly sought after, offering excellent compensation and the unique advantage of potential travel opportunities with relatively specialized knowledge.
Destination Management Companies (DMCs) / Suppliers: DMCs manage specific destinations (e.g., "Hello Tourism" specializing in Turkey). They primarily work with travel agents rather than direct clients, acting as on-ground experts.
National Tourism Boards: These are official promotional bodies for countries or regions (e.g., Switzerland Tourism, Tourism Australia). Their mandate is marketing and increasing awareness of their destination, not direct sales. They establish offices in key international markets, hiring local talent.
Requirements: A fundamental understanding of tourism and in-depth knowledge of the specific destination are crucial. Excellent personality and communication skills are also vital for success in these roles.
Travel Perks: New hires often get to travel to their designated destination within the first few months for practical training. For example, joining the Switzerland Tourism Board would typically involve a training trip to Switzerland. While free travel is often guaranteed, it's usually limited to the specific destination they represent.
Starting Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per month + Generous Travel Allowances
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹1,10,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000+ per month (possible if one becomes country head or equivalent)
Tip for Success: Vacancies for these roles are often limited and rarely advertised publicly, frequently filled through industry references. Cultivate a strong network within the travel industry, maintain an impeccable professional reputation, and become an undisputed expert on your dream destination.
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Destination Management Companies (DMCs) / Suppliers: DMCs manage specific destinations (e.g., "Hello Tourism" specializing in Turkey). They primarily work with travel agents rather than direct clients, acting as on-ground experts.
National Tourism Boards: These are official promotional bodies for countries or regions (e.g., Switzerland Tourism, Tourism Australia). Their mandate is marketing and increasing awareness of their destination, not direct sales. They establish offices in key international markets, hiring local talent.
Requirements: A fundamental understanding of tourism and in-depth knowledge of the specific destination are crucial. Excellent personality and communication skills are also vital for success in these roles.
Travel Perks: New hires often get to travel to their designated destination within the first few months for practical training. For example, joining the Switzerland Tourism Board would typically involve a training trip to Switzerland. While free travel is often guaranteed, it's usually limited to the specific destination they represent.
Starting Salary: ₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per month + Generous Travel Allowances
Salary after 2 years of experience: ₹1,10,000 – ₹3,00,000+ per month
Salary after 10 years of experience: ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000+ per month (possible if one becomes country head or equivalent)
Tip for Success: Vacancies for these roles are often limited and rarely advertised publicly, frequently filled through industry references. Cultivate a strong network within the travel industry, maintain an impeccable professional reputation, and become an undisputed expert on your dream destination.
11. Hospitality Careers: Hotels & Cruises
Both hotels and cruise liners are integral parts of the broader Travel Industry. While they share similar skill requirements and qualifications, there are distinct differences.
Language Proficiency: In hotels, opportunities exist even for those with limited English proficiency. However, for cruise liners, an excellent command of the English language is often mandatory due to the international clientele and crew.
Training & Experience: For both hotels and cruises, a Hotel Management course is typically the recommended pathway. While freshers can often secure positions in hotels, cruise lines generally prefer candidates with prior hotel experience.
Travel & Earnings Comparison: A cruise executive can earn significantly more (often several times) than a hotel executive. Cruise executives gain extensive global travel experience, whereas hotel executives typically have minimal or no travel associated with their roles.
Starting Salary (Hotels): ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month
Starting Salary (Cruise-liners - e.g., Royal Caribbean): ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000+ per month
Salary in Hotels (After 5 Years Experience): ₹50,000 – ₹85,000 per month
Salary in Cruises (After 5 Years Experience): ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000+ per month
Salary in Hotels (After 15 Years Experience): ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000+ per month
Salary in Cruises (After 15 Years Experience): ₹7,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ per month (Note: Cruise lines often prefer a younger workforce; career progression may involve moving into shore-based management or leadership roles as one ages.)
Tip for Success: Maintain excellent physical fitness. Consider pursuing an internship or job immediately after completing your 12th standard education to gain early experience.
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Language Proficiency: In hotels, opportunities exist even for those with limited English proficiency. However, for cruise liners, an excellent command of the English language is often mandatory due to the international clientele and crew.
Training & Experience: For both hotels and cruises, a Hotel Management course is typically the recommended pathway. While freshers can often secure positions in hotels, cruise lines generally prefer candidates with prior hotel experience.
Travel & Earnings Comparison: A cruise executive can earn significantly more (often several times) than a hotel executive. Cruise executives gain extensive global travel experience, whereas hotel executives typically have minimal or no travel associated with their roles.
Starting Salary (Hotels): ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 per month
Starting Salary (Cruise-liners - e.g., Royal Caribbean): ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000+ per month
Salary in Hotels (After 5 Years Experience): ₹50,000 – ₹85,000 per month
Salary in Cruises (After 5 Years Experience): ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000+ per month
Salary in Hotels (After 15 Years Experience): ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000+ per month
Salary in Cruises (After 15 Years Experience): ₹7,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ per month (Note: Cruise lines often prefer a younger workforce; career progression may involve moving into shore-based management or leadership roles as one ages.)
Tip for Success: Maintain excellent physical fitness. Consider pursuing an internship or job immediately after completing your 12th standard education to gain early experience.
12. Digital Travel Personalities: Travel Blogger, Vlogger, Writer, & Host
This contemporary career path appeals to individuals of all ages, with no specific age restrictions. Becoming a travel blogger, vlogger (video creator), or writer is accessible, often requiring self-study and experimentation rather than formal training.
Nature of Work: Most individuals in this field are self-employed entrepreneurs. The traditional "jobs" in this domain are scarce. Many successful travel show hosts or producers on channels like Discovery or National Geographic are often the primary investors and creators of their content, earning revenue by selling their shows to networks. This means initial investments can range from lakhs to crores of rupees.
Earnings Potential:
First Year: Minimal to no direct earnings; primarily an investment in time, effort, and resources.
After 3 Years: ₹40,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month, highly dependent on content quality, audience engagement, and monetization strategies.
After 10 Years: ₹1,00,00,000 – ₹5,00,00,000+ (1 to 5 Crore) annually, achievable only if content is exceptionally unique, outstanding, and gains massive reach.
Tip for Success: Consistency is paramount. Only pursue this path if you are committed to persistent effort and continuous content creation; otherwise, it can be a significant time investment with limited returns.
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Nature of Work: Most individuals in this field are self-employed entrepreneurs. The traditional "jobs" in this domain are scarce. Many successful travel show hosts or producers on channels like Discovery or National Geographic are often the primary investors and creators of their content, earning revenue by selling their shows to networks. This means initial investments can range from lakhs to crores of rupees.
Earnings Potential:
First Year: Minimal to no direct earnings; primarily an investment in time, effort, and resources.
After 3 Years: ₹40,000 – ₹4,00,000+ per month, highly dependent on content quality, audience engagement, and monetization strategies.
After 10 Years: ₹1,00,00,000 – ₹5,00,00,000+ (1 to 5 Crore) annually, achievable only if content is exceptionally unique, outstanding, and gains massive reach.
Tip for Success: Consistency is paramount. Only pursue this path if you are committed to persistent effort and continuous content creation; otherwise, it can be a significant time investment with limited returns.
13. Corporate Support Roles within the Travel Industry (Non-Travel Specific)
The expansive travel industry, including travel companies, airlines, embassies, hotels, and cruise lines, requires a full spectrum of traditional corporate support functions. This means individuals with expertise in non-travel-specific fields can easily find excellent opportunities within the sector.
Examples: Accountants, Advocates, Receptionists, Website Designers, SEO & Digital Marketing Executives/Managers, Drivers, Foreign Currency Exchange Specialists, HR Managers/Executives, Sales & Marketing professionals.
Flexibility: If you have, for instance, 10 years of accounting experience and are drawn to the travel industry, transitioning into an accounting head role within a travel company or airline is often straightforward.
Travel Perks: Crucially, even those in these support roles often gain opportunities for complimentary travel or industry benefits, just like their travel-focused colleagues.
Salary: Generally competitive with, or even better than, salaries in similar roles in other industries, especially when factoring in the travel benefits.
Tip for Enhanced Travel: Cultivate strong relationships with Travel Managers and other key personnel; a good network can lead to more opportunities for free or discounted travel.
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Examples: Accountants, Advocates, Receptionists, Website Designers, SEO & Digital Marketing Executives/Managers, Drivers, Foreign Currency Exchange Specialists, HR Managers/Executives, Sales & Marketing professionals.
Flexibility: If you have, for instance, 10 years of accounting experience and are drawn to the travel industry, transitioning into an accounting head role within a travel company or airline is often straightforward.
Travel Perks: Crucially, even those in these support roles often gain opportunities for complimentary travel or industry benefits, just like their travel-focused colleagues.
Salary: Generally competitive with, or even better than, salaries in similar roles in other industries, especially when factoring in the travel benefits.
Tip for Enhanced Travel: Cultivate strong relationships with Travel Managers and other key personnel; a good network can lead to more opportunities for free or discounted travel.
14. Bus & Train Ticketing Services (Job or Business)
This segment forms an essential part of the Travel and Tourism Industry.
Accessibility: A significant advantage of this work is its accessibility; individuals can secure roles in bus or train ticketing with minimal or no formal training or specific academic qualifications. Opportunities exist even for those who haven't completed 10th standard.
Entrepreneurial Path: After gaining several years of experience (typically 4-6 years) in this field, establishing your own bus ticketing counter or office is a viable and common progression.
Train Ticketing Note: While independent train booking agencies once thrived, the landscape is evolving, and IRCTC (Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation) is centralizing operations. Therefore, while train booking remains important, focusing solely on becoming a small, independent train booking agent might not be a sustainable long-term strategy. Diversification is key.
Starting Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month
Tip for Growth: This is a demanding job requiring diligence. Gain initial experience for a few years, then leverage that knowledge to strategically launch your own business.
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Accessibility: A significant advantage of this work is its accessibility; individuals can secure roles in bus or train ticketing with minimal or no formal training or specific academic qualifications. Opportunities exist even for those who haven't completed 10th standard.
Entrepreneurial Path: After gaining several years of experience (typically 4-6 years) in this field, establishing your own bus ticketing counter or office is a viable and common progression.
Train Ticketing Note: While independent train booking agencies once thrived, the landscape is evolving, and IRCTC (Indian Railways Catering and Tourism Corporation) is centralizing operations. Therefore, while train booking remains important, focusing solely on becoming a small, independent train booking agent might not be a sustainable long-term strategy. Diversification is key.
Starting Salary: ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 per month
Tip for Growth: This is a demanding job requiring diligence. Gain initial experience for a few years, then leverage that knowledge to strategically launch your own business.
15. Transportation Business (Buses & Taxis for Tourists)
This represents an excellent entrepreneurial venture, as the Travel Industry cannot function without robust transportation infrastructure. Even in countries with advanced rail and air networks, tourist-specific buses and taxis are perpetually in demand.
Job Roles: Primarily focuses on roles for drivers, but also includes fleet management and logistics.
Entrepreneurial Scope: This is largely a business-oriented division. Individuals with substantial capital can establish large fleets comprising various vehicles (buses, SUVs, luxury cars). Those with less capital can begin with a single taxi, for which vehicle loans are readily available.
Tip for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Even with capital, it is highly advisable to first gain practical experience by working as a driver in an established transportation company for a minimum of two years. This provides invaluable operational insight.
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Job Roles: Primarily focuses on roles for drivers, but also includes fleet management and logistics.
Entrepreneurial Scope: This is largely a business-oriented division. Individuals with substantial capital can establish large fleets comprising various vehicles (buses, SUVs, luxury cars). Those with less capital can begin with a single taxi, for which vehicle loans are readily available.
Tip for Aspiring Entrepreneurs: Even with capital, it is highly advisable to first gain practical experience by working as a driver in an established transportation company for a minimum of two years. This provides invaluable operational insight.
The Indispensable Role of Communication Skills & Personality
Is a strong command of the English language mandatory for securing a job in the Travel and Tourism Industry?
The answer is no, not mandatory for all roles. Individuals who cannot speak fluent English can indeed secure positions across the Travel, Tourism, Aviation, and Hospitality sectors. However, it's important to be aware that this might initially impact your starting salary, potentially reducing it by approximately 15-25% compared to a peer with strong English proficiency.
How to excel without fluent English: The key is to compensate for any language gap by developing superior practical skills and knowledge. If your practical abilities, such as itinerary creation, ticketing, or customer service, are more advanced than those of an English-fluent candidate, you can absolutely earn more. In short, gaining employment in the Travel Industry is very achievable without perfect English. Concentrate intensely on acquiring real, practical industry knowledge and experience.
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Transitioning into the Travel Industry: Is It for You, Regardless of Age?
Should you join the Travel Industry if you have 5 or 10 years of experience in another field? Can you join if you are over 40 years old?
Absolutely, yes! The Travel Industry welcomes and values experience from diverse professional backgrounds. The skills and knowledge you've cultivated in any previous industry will not go to waste; in fact, they are often highly transferable and advantageous. Many individuals transitioning from other sectors find they can start with a higher salary in travel than they were earning previously, as the Travel and Tourism industry is known for its high earning potential.
Furthermore, age is not a barrier to entry. Even individuals over 40, or even over 60, can successfully enter the Travel Industry, often by leveraging their experience to start their own Travel Business or Travel Agency. The Tourism School offers India's most practical course specifically designed to guide you in establishing your own travel agency. You can find detailed information about this course on our website: https://www.thetourismschool.com/courses-fees.php
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यात्रा से जुड़ी नौकरियाँ और कमाई समझें
क्या आप यात्रा और पर्यटन क्षेत्र में मौजूद विभिन्न अवसरों के बारे में जानने को उत्सुक हैं? क्या आप जानना चाहते हैं कि वास्तव में कौन सी भूमिकाएँ मौजूद हैं, विकास की क्या संभावनाएँ हैं, या यह किसी भी उम्र या चरण में आपके लिए सही करियर पथ है या नहीं? यह विस्तृत मार्गदर्शिका इन महत्वपूर्ण प्रश्नों और बहुत कुछ के स्पष्ट उत्तर प्रदान करती है।
जब हम "यात्रा उद्योग" की बात करते हैं, तो इसमें नौकरियों और करियर का एक विशाल और रोमांचक समूह शामिल होता है। यह समझना महत्वपूर्ण है कि "यात्रा" और "पर्यटन" का अक्सर एक दूसरे के स्थान पर उपयोग किया जाता है; वे अनिवार्य रूप से पर्यायवाची हैं, दोनों यात्राओं और अनुभवों को सुविधाजनक बनाने के व्यापक क्षेत्र को संदर्भित करते हैं। यहाँ तक कि विमानन, जिसमें एयरलाइंस, हवाई अड्डे, हवाई टिकट, ग्लोबल डिस्ट्रीब्यूशन सिस्टम (GDS) जैसे IATA, और एयर कार्गो शामिल हैं, भी व्यापक पर्यटन उद्योग का एक अभिन्न अंग है।
नीचे, मैंने इस जीवंत उद्योग के कुछ सबसे अधिक मांग वाले और सामान्य करियर पथों का उल्लेख किया है, उन्हें समझने में आसानी के लिए 15 स्पष्ट वर्गों में वर्गीकृत किया है:
- ट्रैवल एजेंसी या ट्रैवल कंपनी के भीतर भूमिकाएँ
- अंतर्राष्ट्रीय और घरेलू हवाई अड्डों पर नौकरियाँ
- पायलट और फ़्लाइट क्रू (एयर होस्टेस/केबिन क्रू सहित) के रूप में करियर
- टूर गाइडिंग और फ़्रीलांसिंग की दुनिया
- एयरलाइन सिटी कार्यालयों के साथ अवसर
- वीज़ा और दूतावास से संबंधित पेशे
- विशेषज्ञ भूमिकाएँ: ग्रुप मैनेजर, ट्रैवल मैनेजर, MICE (मीटिंग्स, इंसेंटिव्स, कॉन्फ़्रेंस और एग्ज़िबिशन), और इवेंट मैनेजमेंट
- यात्रा और पर्यटन में सरकारी क्षेत्र की नौकरियाँ
- यात्रा, विमानन और पर्यटन में शिक्षण और शिक्षाविदों
- डेस्टिनेशन मैनेजमेंट कंपनियों (DMCs), सप्लायर्स और राष्ट्रीय पर्यटन बोर्डों (जैसे ऑस्ट्रेलिया टूरिज्म, स्विट्जरलैंड टूरिज्म) के साथ काम करना
- हॉस्पिटैलिटी करियर: होटल और क्रूज़
- डिजिटल ट्रैवल पर्सनैलिटीज: ट्रैवल ब्लॉगर, व्लॉगर, राइटर और होस्ट
- यात्रा उद्योग के भीतर कॉर्पोरेट सपोर्ट भूमिकाएँ (गैर-यात्रा विशिष्ट)
- बस और ट्रेन टिकटिंग सेवाएँ (नौकरी या व्यवसाय)
- परिवहन व्यवसाय (पर्यटकों के लिए बसें और टैक्सियाँ)
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यात्रा उद्योग क्यों चुनें? किसे इसमें शामिल होना चाहिए?
विशिष्ट नौकरी श्रेणियों में गोता लगाने से पहले, आइए एक मौलिक प्रश्न का समाधान करें: आपको यात्रा उद्योग में करियर पर विचार क्यों करना चाहिए, और इसके लिए कौन आदर्श रूप से उपयुक्त है?
यात्रा के प्रति जुनून और अद्वितीय लाभ: यदि आप यात्रा के प्रति सच्चा प्रेम रखते हैं, तो यह उद्योग दुनिया का पता लगाने के अविश्वसनीय अवसर प्रदान करता है। कई भूमिकाएँ मुफ़्त या अत्यधिक रियायती यात्रा के अवसर प्रदान करती हैं—कभी-कभी लगभग तुरंत, या निश्चित रूप से कुछ महीनों के समर्पित काम के बाद। महाद्वीपों को पार करने, विभिन्न संस्कृतियों का अनुभव करने, और साथ ही प्रतिस्पर्धी आय अर्जित करने की कल्पना करें। दुनिया देखने की इच्छा से प्रेरित लोगों के लिए, यात्रा उद्योग वास्तव में बेजोड़ है।
उच्च विकास और पुरस्कृत मुआवजा: यात्रा उद्योग एक गतिशील और लगातार विस्तार करने वाला क्षेत्र है। वैश्विक घटनाओं के बावजूद, यह उल्लेखनीय लचीलापन और एक सतत ऊपर की ओर प्रक्षेपवक्र प्रदर्शित करता है, जो महत्वपूर्ण विकास क्षमता और आकर्षक वेतन पैकेजों में परिवर्तित होता है।
समावेशिता और विविध कौशल सेट की सराहना: यात्रा उद्योग के सबसे उल्लेखनीय पहलुओं में से एक इसकी पहुँच है। यह उन व्यक्तियों के लिए भी पुरस्कृत करियर पथ और उच्च कमाई की क्षमता प्रदान करता है जिन्होंने विज्ञान या गणित जैसे पारंपरिक शैक्षणिक विषयों में उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन नहीं किया है। व्यावहारिक ज्ञान और पारस्परिक कौशल अक्सर विशुद्ध रूप से सैद्धांतिक समझ पर वरीयता लेते हैं। जबकि यह इंजीनियरों और अन्य विशिष्ट पेशेवरों के लिए प्रचुर अवसर प्रस्तुत करता है, कम औपचारिक शिक्षा वाले लोग भी उल्लेखनीय सफलता प्राप्त कर सकते हैं, अक्सर अन्य क्षेत्रों में कमाई से भी अधिक। इसके विपरीत, विज्ञान या वाणिज्य स्नातकों के लिए, यात्रा उद्योग में शामिल होने से पारंपरिक करियर की तुलना में उच्च कमाई और कहीं अधिक आकर्षक, दिलचस्प भूमिकाएँ मिल सकती हैं।
डेस्क से परे: अनुभव का मिश्रण: यात्रा उद्योग व्यावहारिक जुड़ाव, आमने-सामने की बातचीत और वास्तविक दुनिया के अनुभवों पर पनपता है। उन व्यक्तियों के लिए जो पारंपरिक 9-से-5 कार्यालय सेटअप के बजाय एक सक्रिय, लोग-केंद्रित वातावरण पसंद करते हैं, यह एक आदर्श फिट है। साथ ही, यह उन लोगों के लिए अनगिनत अवसर प्रदान करता है जो कार्यालय-आधारित भूमिकाएँ पसंद करते हैं, जैसे यात्रा कंपनियों के लिए संचालन प्रबंधन या हवाई टिकट जारी करना। उद्योग वास्तव में विविध प्राथमिकताओं को पूरा करता है।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
यात्रा, विमानन और पर्यटन में करियर पथों की खोज: भूमिकाएँ, वेतन और विकास
आइए प्रत्येक नौकरी श्रेणी का पता लगाएँ, जिसमें विशिष्ट जिम्मेदारियों, वर्तमान वेतन अपेक्षाओं और संभावित करियर प्रगति का विवरण दिया गया है।
1. ट्रैवल एजेंसी या ट्रैवल कंपनी के भीतर भूमिकाएँ
ट्रैवल एजेंसियां और ट्रैवल कंपनियाँ पर्यायवाची रूप से कार्य करती हैं। उन्हें उनकी विशेषज्ञता के आधार पर मोटे तौर पर तीन प्रकारों में वर्गीकृत किया गया है:
- घरेलू ट्रैवल एजेंसियां: अपने ही देश के भीतर यात्रा पैकेज बनाने और बेचने पर ध्यान केंद्रित करती हैं (उदाहरण के लिए, भारत में गोवा, केरल, राजस्थान के लिए पैकेज)।
- इनबाउंड ट्रैवल एजेंसियां: एक विशिष्ट देश में आने वाले अंतर्राष्ट्रीय पर्यटकों के लिए पैकेज डिजाइन करती हैं (उदाहरण के लिए, भारत आने वाले विदेशी)।
- आउटबाउंड ट्रैवल एजेंसियां: विदेशों में यात्रा करने वाले निवासियों के लिए यात्रा पैकेज बनाने में विशेषज्ञता रखती हैं (उदाहरण के लिए, अंतरराष्ट्रीय स्तर पर यात्रा करने की इच्छा रखने वाले भारतीय)।
सामान्य जिम्मेदारियों में घरेलू और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय हवाई टिकट जारी करना, होटल बुक करना, जटिल यात्रा कार्यक्रम विकसित करना, आकर्षक यात्रा पैकेज बनाना, वीज़ा सेवाओं को सुविधाजनक बनाना और संचालन का प्रबंधन करना शामिल है। पेशेवर हवाई टिकटिंग या पैकेज निर्माण जैसे क्षेत्रों में विशेषज्ञता प्राप्त कर सकते हैं। इन सभी कार्यों में व्यापक ज्ञान एक व्यक्ति को तेजी से उन्नति के लिए स्थान देता है।
- करियर विकास: कार्यकारी से सहायक प्रबंधक, वरिष्ठ प्रबंधक, महाप्रबंधक, प्रबंध निदेशक तक, या अपनी सफल ट्रैवल एजेंसी भी स्थापित करना।
- शुरुआती वेतन (कार्यकारी): ₹22,000 – ₹28,000 प्रति माह
- 6 महीने के बाद वेतन: ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 प्रति माह (केवल उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन के साथ)
- 1 साल के बाद वेतन: ₹32,000 – ₹40,000 प्रति माह
- 2 साल के बाद वेतन (सहायक प्रबंधक): ₹45,000 – ₹60,000 प्रति माह
- 6 साल के बाद वेतन (वरिष्ठ प्रबंधक): ₹1,80,000 – ₹2,80,000+ प्रति माह (आमतौर पर एक्सपीडिया, FCM ट्रैवल, एयरलाइंस, या IATA जैसी बड़ी ट्रैवल कंपनियों के साथ)
- 10 साल के बाद वेतन (नेतृत्व/निदेशक): ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ प्रति माह (बहुराष्ट्रीय ट्रैवल कंपनियों या अपने व्यवसाय में संभव)
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: आउटबाउंड ट्रैवल पैकेजों में विशेषज्ञता अक्सर तेजी से विकास की ओर ले जाती है। यात्रा पैकेज निर्माण और गंतव्य विशेषज्ञता का गहन ज्ञान करियर में उन्नति के लिए सर्वोपरि है।
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2. अंतर्राष्ट्रीय और घरेलू हवाई अड्डों पर नौकरियाँ
हवाई अड्डों पर सबसे सुलभ और सामान्य भूमिकाएँ ग्राउंड स्टाफ के भीतर हैं। अधिकांश व्यक्ति इन पदों पर शुरू करते हैं और अपने प्रदर्शन के आधार पर पदोन्नति और विशेष प्रशिक्षण के माध्यम से आगे बढ़ते हैं। 10वीं या 12वीं कक्षा जैसी कम योग्यता वाले व्यक्तियों के लिए अवसर मौजूद हैं।
अन्य विविध हवाई अड्डे की भूमिकाओं में हवाई टिकट जारी करना, बोर्डिंग पास जारी करना, हवाई अड्डे के प्रतिनिधि के कर्तव्य, हवाई अड्डे के रेस्तरां में पद, खुदरा आउटलेट (ड्यूटी-फ्री दुकानों सहित), और हवाई अड्डे की सुरक्षा शामिल हैं। हवाई अड्डे का क्षेत्र कई सरकारी नौकरियाँ भी प्रदान करता है, जैसे सीमा शुल्क और आव्रजन अधिकारी, और विभिन्न इंजीनियरिंग और तकनीकी भूमिकाएँ।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 प्रति माह
- 1 साल के बाद वेतन: ₹28,000 – ₹45,000 प्रति माह
- 3 साल के बाद वेतन: ₹38,000 – ₹65,000 प्रति माह
- 10 साल के बाद वेतन: ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ प्रति माह
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: अपना करियर जल्दी शुरू करें। एक उत्कृष्ट व्यक्तित्व विकसित करें, हवाई टिकटिंग में महारत हासिल करें, एक विदेशी भाषा सीखने पर विचार करें, और कार्यस्थल की राजनीति और हानिकारक आदतों से बचकर व्यावसायिकता बनाए रखें।
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3. पायलट और फ़्लाइट क्रू (एयर होस्टेस/केबिन क्रू सहित) के रूप में करियर
यह खंड विमानन उद्योग के भीतर कुछ सबसे प्रतिष्ठित और उच्च-वेतन वाली भूमिकाओं का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है, जो व्यापक यात्रा उद्योग का एक प्रतिष्ठित हिस्सा है।
पायलट:
पायलट कम से कम समय में मुफ्त वैश्विक यात्रा के लिए असाधारण कमाई की क्षमता और अद्वितीय अवसरों का आनंद लेते हैं।
- चुनौतियाँ: इन भूमिकाओं को सुरक्षित करना महंगा पायलट प्रशिक्षण (कमर्शियल पायलट प्रशिक्षण के लिए न्यूनतम ₹40,00,000 - ₹60,00,000 / 40-60 लाख) और एक प्रतिस्पर्धी नौकरी बाजार के कारण चुनौतीपूर्ण हो सकता है जहाँ उपलब्ध पदों की संख्या प्रशिक्षित पायलटों के सापेक्ष घटती-बढ़ती रहती है। पायलटों के लिए महत्वपूर्ण सरकारी नौकरी के अवसर भी मौजूद हैं।
- शुरुआती वेतन (पायलट): ₹2,80,000 – ₹4,50,000+ प्रति माह
- 5 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹9,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ प्रति माह (एयरलाइन, विमान के प्रकार और वरिष्ठता के आधार पर काफी अधिक हो सकता है)
- प्रशिक्षण के लिए सुझाव: प्रतिष्ठित सरकारी-अनुमोदित संस्थानों से पायलट प्रशिक्षण पाठ्यक्रमों को प्राथमिकता दें।
एयर होस्टेस/केबिन क्रू:
यह विमानन उद्योग के भीतर एक अत्यधिक मांग वाली और गतिशील भूमिका है।
- आदर्श प्रवेश आयु: आमतौर पर, 21 से 28 वर्ष की आयु सीमा को प्रवेश के लिए इष्टतम माना जाता है, हालांकि कुछ एयरलाइनों में थोड़ा भिन्नता हो सकती है। इस उम्र के बाद प्रवेश अधिक चुनौतीपूर्ण हो सकता है।
- आवश्यकताएँ: आत्मविश्वास और मजबूत पारस्परिक कौशल के साथ, केबिन क्रू पद सुरक्षित करना प्राप्त करने योग्य है। जबकि सख्त ऊंचाई और वजन मानदंड कम सामान्य हो गए हैं, एक अच्छी तरह से तैयार उपस्थिति और एक पेशेवर व्यवहार आवश्यक है। यह भूमिका व्यापक यात्रा अवसर प्रदान करती है।
- करियर की दीर्घायु: आधुनिक एयरलाइंस आम तौर पर केबिन क्रू को प्रदर्शन, स्वास्थ्य और कंपनी की नीति के आधार पर 40 के दशक या 50 के दशक तक काम करने की अनुमति देती हैं, न कि 35 जैसी निश्चित आयु तक।
- नौकरी खोज: साक्षात्कार घोषणाओं के लिए नियमित रूप से एयरलाइन करियर वेबसाइटों की निगरानी करें।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹40,000 – ₹75,000 प्रति माह
- 3 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹75,000 – ₹1,20,000+ प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹4,50,000 – ₹8,00,000+ प्रति माह
- प्रशिक्षण के लिए सुझाव: अत्यंत सलाह दी जाती है: एयर होस्टेस या फ़्लाइट क्रू पाठ्यक्रमों के लिए महंगे निजी संस्थानों में कभी भी नामांकन न करें। विमानन नियामक निकायों द्वारा अनुमोदित संस्थानों से प्रशिक्षण लें। मान्यता प्राप्त प्रशिक्षण प्रदाताओं के लिए आधिकारिक सरकारी विमानन लिंक (जैसे भारत में DGCA) देखें।
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4. टूर गाइडिंग और फ़्रीलांसिंग की दुनिया
टूर गाइड एक गंतव्य के आकर्षणों और संस्कृति के बारे में एक पर्यटक की समझ और अनुभव को समृद्ध करने में एक अनिवार्य भूमिका निभाते हैं। यहां तक कि किसी विशेष शहर या क्षेत्र का विशेष ज्ञान भी टूर गाइडिंग करियर के द्वार खोल सकता है।
- वर्तमान रोजगार रुझान: वर्तमान बाजार अक्सर स्थायी रोजगार के बजाय प्रति-दिन या फ़्रीलांस आधार पर टूर गाइडों को काम पर रखने का पक्षधर है।
- यात्रा का दायरा: टूर गाइडिंग आमतौर पर यात्रा को किसी विशिष्ट शहर या पड़ोसी गंतव्यों तक सीमित करती है। व्यापक मुफ्त वैश्विक यात्रा की आकांक्षा रखने वालों के लिए, एक ट्रैवल मैनेजर की भूमिका (बाद में चर्चा की गई) एक टूर गाइड की तुलना में अधिक उपयुक्त मार्ग होगी।
- कमाई की क्षमता (औसत कार्य दिवस: प्रति वर्ष 70-90):
- प्रति दिन कमाई (पहला साल): ₹700 – ₹1,500 प्रति दिन
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद प्रति दिन कमाई: ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 प्रति दिन
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद प्रति दिन कमाई: ₹12,000 – ₹25,000+ प्रति दिन। (ध्यान दें: इतनी अधिक आय हर दिन उपलब्ध नहीं हो सकती है और यह दुर्लभ है।)
- प्रभावी मासिक कमाई (₹3,500/दिन पर प्रति वर्ष 85 कार्य दिवसों को मानते हुए): लगभग ₹25,000 प्रति माह।
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: इतिहास की मजबूत समझ विकसित करें, एक सुखद व्यवहार बनाए रखें, और उत्कृष्ट संचार कौशल विकसित करें।
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- प्रति दिन कमाई (पहला साल): ₹700 – ₹1,500 प्रति दिन
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद प्रति दिन कमाई: ₹2,500 – ₹5,000 प्रति दिन
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद प्रति दिन कमाई: ₹12,000 – ₹25,000+ प्रति दिन। (ध्यान दें: इतनी अधिक आय हर दिन उपलब्ध नहीं हो सकती है और यह दुर्लभ है।)
- प्रभावी मासिक कमाई (₹3,500/दिन पर प्रति वर्ष 85 कार्य दिवसों को मानते हुए): लगभग ₹25,000 प्रति माह।
5. एयरलाइन सिटी कार्यालयों के साथ अवसर
एयरलाइन सिटी कार्यालयों के भीतर नौकरियाँ यात्रा उद्योग के विमानन खंड के भीतर अत्यधिक वांछनीय भूमिकाएँ हैं। इन पदों में बिक्री, विपणन और विभिन्न परिचालन भूमिकाएँ शामिल हैं।
- कार्य वातावरण: उन लोगों के लिए जो एक संरचित सुबह 10 बजे से शाम 5 बजे, पांच दिवसीय कार्य सप्ताह पसंद करते हैं, शहर के कार्यालय हवाई अड्डे के संचालन से अलग एक उत्कृष्ट वातावरण प्रदान करते हैं।
- यात्रा लाभ: अधिकांश एयरलाइन कर्मचारियों को सालाना कम से कम दो मानार्थ हवाई टिकट मिलते हैं, साथ ही अन्य यात्रा लाभ भी मिलते हैं।
- आवश्यक कौशल: ग्लोबल डिस्ट्रीब्यूशन सिस्टम (GDS) या केंद्रीकृत आरक्षण प्रणाली (CRS) में प्रवीणता महत्वपूर्ण है। अमाडेयस और गैलीलियो प्रमुख GDS प्लेटफार्मों में से हैं। एक सुखद व्यक्तित्व और उत्कृष्ट संचार कौशल एयरलाइन भूमिकाओं में सफलता के लिए गैर-परक्राम्य हैं।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 प्रति माह
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹50,000 – ₹80,000 प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000+ प्रति माह
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: अमाडेयस जैसे GDS सिस्टम में महारत हासिल करें और बेहतर करियर संभावनाओं के लिए अंतरराष्ट्रीय एयरलाइंस के शहर कार्यालयों में सक्रिय रूप से पदों की तलाश करें।
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6. वीज़ा और दूतावास से संबंधित पेशे
वीज़ा प्रसंस्करण में विशेषज्ञता एक विश्व स्तर पर हस्तांतरणीय कौशल है, जो विभिन्न देशों में करियर के द्वार खोलती है। ये विशिष्ट भूमिकाएँ दूतावासों, वाणिज्य दूतावासों, समर्पित वीज़ा एजेंसियों, ट्रैवल एजेंसियों और यहां तक कि सरकारी कार्यालयों में भी पाई जाती हैं।
- कार्य वातावरण: वीज़ा से संबंधित नौकरियाँ मुख्य रूप से कार्यालय-आधारित होती हैं, जो बहुत सीमित यात्रा के अवसर प्रदान करती हैं।
- द टूरिज्म स्कूल की विशेषज्ञता: द टूरिज्म स्कूल इस मूल्यवान ज्ञान से आपको लैस करने के लिए व्यावहारिक वीज़ा पाठ्यक्रम प्रदान करता है।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹22,000 – ₹38,000 प्रति माह
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹38,000 – ₹60,000 प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,00,000+ प्रति माह
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: अनुभव और एक मजबूत नेटवर्क के साथ, न्यूनतम प्रारंभिक निवेश के साथ अपना खुद का वीज़ा कंसल्टेंसी व्यवसाय स्थापित करना पूरी तरह से संभव है, जिससे महत्वपूर्ण अनुभव प्राप्त करने के बाद प्रति माह ₹10,00,000 (10 लाख) या उससे अधिक की कमाई हो सकती है।
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7. विशिष्ट भूमिकाएँ: ग्रुप मैनेजर, ट्रैवल मैनेजर, MICE और इवेंट मैनेजमेंट
यह यात्रा उद्योग के भीतर सबसे पुरस्कृत और गतिशील भूमिकाओं में से एक है। पायलट बनने के विपरीत, ट्रैवल मैनेजर बनने का मार्ग व्यक्तियों की एक विस्तृत श्रृंखला के लिए सुलभ है। एक ट्रैवल मैनेजर की जिम्मेदारियों में पूरी यात्राओं का सावधानीपूर्वक आयोजन करना, सभी बुकिंग को संभालना, विस्तृत यात्रा कार्यक्रम तैयार करना और सबसे महत्वपूर्ण बात, पर्यटकों, कॉर्पोरेट समूहों और अक्सर अत्यधिक प्रभावशाली व्यक्तियों (जैसे अधिकारी और निदेशक) के साथ उनकी यात्राओं पर जाना शामिल है।
- यात्रा के अवसर: यह भूमिका अपेक्षाकृत कम अवधि में मुफ़्त में दुनिया की यात्रा करने, शानदार आवास में रहने के अद्वितीय अवसर प्रदान करती है।
- करियर में उन्नति: आमतौर पर, ये रिक्तियाँ बड़ी, स्थापित ट्रैवल कंपनियों में पाई जाती हैं। ट्रैवल मैनेजर के रूप में प्राप्त अनुभव अपनी सफल ट्रैवल कंपनी स्थापित करने के लिए एक उत्कृष्ट आधार के रूप में कार्य करता है।
- MICE विशेषज्ञता: MICE का अर्थ मीटिंग्स, इंसेंटिव्स, कॉन्फ़्रेंस और एग्ज़िबिशन (या इवेंट्स) है। ये समूह यात्रा के लिए प्रमुख चालक हैं। एक कुशल ट्रैवल मैनेजर के बिना एक MICE समूह प्रभावी ढंग से संचालित नहीं हो सकता है। इवेंट मैनेजमेंट अक्सर MICE का एक घटक होता है, जिसका अर्थ है कि एक कुशल ट्रैवल मैनेजर एक इवेंट मैनेजर के रूप में भी उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन कर सकता है।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹50,000 – ₹90,000 प्रति माह
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹1,20,000 – ₹4,00,000+ प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹6,00,000 – ₹18,00,000+ प्रति माह (वरिष्ठ भूमिकाओं में लाभ साझाकरण की महत्वपूर्ण क्षमता, विशेष रूप से बड़ी कंपनियों के साथ)
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: ट्रैवल पैकेज कंस्ट्रक्शन की कला में महारत हासिल करें - यह एक सफल ट्रैवल मैनेजर बनने की आधारशिला है।
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8. यात्रा और पर्यटन में सरकारी क्षेत्र की नौकरियाँ
सरकारी क्षेत्र यात्रा और पर्यटन उद्योग के भीतर करियर के अवसरों की एक विशाल और अक्सर अनदेखी सरणी प्रदान करता है। इनमें निम्न के साथ भूमिकाएँ शामिल हैं:
- राष्ट्रीय पर्यटन निकाय: "इंक्रेडिबल इंडिया," पर्यटन मंत्रालय, और विभिन्न राज्य पर्यटन बोर्ड (जैसे राजस्थान पर्यटन बोर्ड, हिमाचल प्रदेश पर्यटन बोर्ड, केरल, गोवा, ओडिशा)।
- सरकारी-संचालित संस्थाएँ: सरकारी एयरलाइंस जैसे एयर इंडिया, भारतीय विमानपत्तन प्राधिकरण, और सरकारी-संचालित ट्रैवल एजेंसियां जैसे बाल्मर लॉरी।
- शिक्षा: सरकारी स्कूलों, कॉलेजों और विश्वविद्यालयों में पर्यटन, विमानन और हवाई टिकटिंग पढ़ाने के लिए पद।
- स्थानीय और विशिष्ट निकाय: प्रमुख शहरों के भीतर (जैसे दिल्ली पर्यटन और परिवहन विकास निगम - DTTDC), और यहां तक कि भारतीय पुरातत्व सर्वेक्षण जैसे संगठनों के साथ भी।
इस क्षेत्र में सरकारी नौकरियों का दायरा व्यापक है।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹65,000 – ₹1,00,000+ प्रति माह
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹90,000 – ₹1,50,000+ प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,00,000+ प्रति माह (सरकारी सेवा से जुड़े अतिरिक्त लाभ और स्थिरता के साथ)
- सफलता के लिए सुझाव: सैद्धांतिक ज्ञान पर गहनता से ध्यान केंद्रित करें और प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं की तैयारी करें, क्योंकि ये अक्सर सरकारी भूमिकाओं के लिए पूर्वापेक्षाएँ होती हैं।
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9. यात्रा, विमानन और पर्यटन उद्योग में शिक्षण और शिक्षाविदों
यात्रा और पर्यटन शिक्षा के बढ़ते औपचारिकीकरण के साथ, इस उद्योग में शिक्षण भूमिकाएँ बढ़ रही हैं। यात्रा और पर्यटन अब स्कूल पाठ्यक्रम में एकीकृत है, कभी-कभी 8वीं कक्षा से भी। इसके अतिरिक्त, कई निजी संस्थान IATA, अमाडेयस, गैलीलियो और होटल प्रबंधन में विशेष प्रशिक्षण प्रदान करते हैं।
- अवसर: सरकारी संस्थान, अर्ध-सरकारी निकाय, MBA कॉलेज और निजी प्रशिक्षण संस्थान लगातार हवाई टिकटिंग, विमानन और होटल प्रबंधन पाठ्यक्रमों के लिए योग्य शिक्षकों की तलाश करते हैं।
- विशिष्ट मांग: यह देखते हुए कि "यात्रा पैकेजों" के लिए विशेष संस्थान दुर्लभ हैं, विमानन, हवाई टिकटिंग और होटल प्रबंधन में शिक्षकों की विशेष मांग है।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹35,000 – ₹50,000 प्रति माह
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹70,000 – ₹1,00,000+ प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,00,000+ प्रति माह
- आकांक्षी शिक्षकों के लिए सुझाव: शिक्षण भूमिका में संक्रमण करने से पहले एक ट्रैवल कंपनी के भीतर व्यावहारिक अनुभव प्राप्त करना अत्यधिक अनुशंसित है, क्योंकि यह अमूल्य वास्तविक दुनिया की अंतर्दृष्टि प्रदान करता है।
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10. डेस्टिनेशन मैनेजमेंट कंपनियों (DMCs), सप्लायर्स और राष्ट्रीय पर्यटन बोर्डों के साथ काम करना
ये भूमिकाएँ अत्यधिक मांग वाली हैं, जो उत्कृष्ट मुआवजा और अपेक्षाकृत विशिष्ट ज्ञान के साथ संभावित यात्रा अवसरों का अद्वितीय लाभ प्रदान करती हैं।
- डेस्टिनेशन मैनेजमेंट कंपनियाँ (DMCs) / सप्लायर्स: DMCs विशिष्ट गंतव्यों का प्रबंधन करती हैं (उदाहरण के लिए, तुर्की में विशेषज्ञता रखने वाली "हैलो टूरिज्म")। वे मुख्य रूप से ट्रैवल एजेंटों के साथ काम करती हैं न कि सीधे ग्राहकों के साथ, जमीनी स्तर पर विशेषज्ञों के रूप में कार्य करती हैं।
- राष्ट्रीय पर्यटन बोर्ड: ये देशों या क्षेत्रों के लिए आधिकारिक प्रचार निकाय हैं (उदाहरण के लिए, स्विट्जरलैंड टूरिज्म, टूरिज्म ऑस्ट्रेलिया)। उनका जनादेश अपने गंतव्य के विपणन और जागरूकता बढ़ाना है, न कि सीधी बिक्री। वे प्रमुख अंतरराष्ट्रीय बाजारों में कार्यालय स्थापित करते हैं, स्थानीय प्रतिभाओं को काम पर रखते हैं।
- आवश्यकताएँ: पर्यटन की एक मौलिक समझ और विशिष्ट गंतव्य का गहन ज्ञान महत्वपूर्ण है। इन भूमिकाओं में सफलता के लिए उत्कृष्ट व्यक्तित्व और संचार कौशल भी महत्वपूर्ण हैं।
- यात्रा लाभ: नए कर्मचारियों को अक्सर व्यावहारिक प्रशिक्षण के लिए पहले कुछ महीनों के भीतर अपने निर्धारित गंतव्य की यात्रा करने का अवसर मिलता है। उदाहरण के लिए, स्विट्जरलैंड पर्यटन बोर्ड में शामिल होने पर आमतौर पर स्विट्जरलैंड की प्रशिक्षण यात्रा शामिल होगी। जबकि मुफ्त यात्रा अक्सर गारंटीकृत होती है, यह आमतौर पर उस विशिष्ट गंतव्य तक सीमित होती है जिसका वे प्रतिनिधित्व करते हैं।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹40,000 – ₹80,000 प्रति माह + उदार यात्रा भत्ता
- 2 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹1,10,000 – ₹3,00,000+ प्रति माह
- 10 साल के अनुभव के बाद वेतन: ₹8,00,000 – ₹15,00,000+ प्रति माह (संभावित है यदि कोई देश का प्रमुख या समकक्ष बनता है)
- सफलता के लिए सुझाव: इन भूमिकाओं के लिए रिक्तियाँ अक्सर सीमित होती हैं और शायद ही कभी सार्वजनिक रूप से विज्ञापित की जाती हैं, जिन्हें अक्सर उद्योग संदर्भों के माध्यम से भरा जाता है। यात्रा उद्योग के भीतर एक मजबूत नेटवर्क विकसित करें, एक त्रुटिहीन पेशेवर प्रतिष्ठा बनाए रखें, और अपने सपनों के गंतव्य के निर्विवाद विशेषज्ञ बनें।
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11. हॉस्पिटैलिटी करियर: होटल और क्रूज़
दोनों होटल और क्रूज़ लाइनर व्यापक यात्रा उद्योग के अभिन्न अंग हैं। जबकि वे समान कौशल आवश्यकताओं और योग्यताओं को साझा करते हैं, कुछ अलग अंतर हैं।
- भाषा प्रवीणता: होटलों में, सीमित अंग्रेजी प्रवीणता वाले लोगों के लिए भी अवसर मौजूद हैं। हालांकि, क्रूज़ लाइनरों के लिए, अंतर्राष्ट्रीय ग्राहक और चालक दल के कारण अंग्रेजी भाषा पर उत्कृष्ट पकड़ अक्सर अनिवार्य होती है।
- प्रशिक्षण और अनुभव: होटलों और क्रूज़ दोनों के लिए, होटल प्रबंधन पाठ्यक्रम आमतौर पर अनुशंसित मार्ग है। जबकि नए लोग अक्सर होटलों में पद सुरक्षित कर सकते हैं, क्रूज़ लाइनें आमतौर पर पूर्व होटल अनुभव वाले उम्मीदवारों को पसंद करती हैं।
- यात्रा और कमाई की तुलना: एक क्रूज़ कार्यकारी एक होटल कार्यकारी की तुलना में काफी अधिक (अक्सर कई गुना) कमा सकता है। क्रूज़ अधिकारी व्यापक वैश्विक यात्रा अनुभव प्राप्त करते हैं, जबकि होटल अधिकारियों के पास आमतौर पर उनकी भूमिकाओं से जुड़ी न्यूनतम या कोई यात्रा नहीं होती है।
- शुरुआती वेतन (होटल): ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 प्रति माह
- शुरुआती वेतन (क्रूज़-लाइनर - जैसे रॉयल कैरेबियन): ₹50,000 – ₹2,00,000+ प्रति माह
- होटलों में वेतन (5 साल के अनुभव के बाद): ₹50,000 – ₹85,000 प्रति माह
- क्रूज़ में वेतन (5 साल के अनुभव के बाद): ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000+ प्रति माह
- होटलों में वेतन (15 साल के अनुभव के बाद): ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000+ प्रति माह
- क्रूज़ में वेतन (15 साल के अनुभव के बाद): ₹7,00,000 – ₹20,00,000+ प्रति माह (ध्यान दें: क्रूज़ लाइनें अक्सर एक युवा कार्यबल को पसंद करती हैं; करियर में प्रगति में उम्र बढ़ने के साथ तट-आधारित प्रबंधन या नेतृत्व भूमिकाओं में जाना शामिल हो सकता है।)
- सफलता के लिए सुझाव: उत्कृष्ट शारीरिक फिटनेस बनाए रखें। प्रारंभिक अनुभव प्राप्त करने के लिए अपनी 12वीं कक्षा की शिक्षा पूरी करने के तुरंत बाद इंटर्नशिप या नौकरी करने पर विचार करें।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
12. डिजिटल ट्रैवल पर्सनैलिटीज: ट्रैवल ब्लॉगर, व्लॉगर, राइटर और होस्ट
यह समकालीन करियर पथ सभी उम्र के व्यक्तियों के लिए अपील करता है, जिसमें कोई विशिष्ट आयु प्रतिबंध नहीं है। एक ट्रैवल ब्लॉगर, व्लॉगर (वीडियो निर्माता), या राइटर बनना सुलभ है, जिसके लिए अक्सर औपचारिक प्रशिक्षण के बजाय स्व-अध्ययन और प्रयोग की आवश्यकता होती है।
- कार्य की प्रकृति: इस क्षेत्र में अधिकांश व्यक्ति स्व-नियोजित उद्यमी हैं। इस डोमेन में पारंपरिक "नौकरियाँ" दुर्लभ हैं। डिस्कवरी या नेशनल ज्योग्राफिक जैसे चैनलों पर कई सफल ट्रैवल शो होस्ट या निर्माता अक्सर अपनी सामग्री के प्राथमिक निवेशक और निर्माता होते हैं, जो अपने शो को नेटवर्क को बेचकर राजस्व अर्जित करते हैं। इसका मतलब है कि प्रारंभिक निवेश लाखों से करोड़ों रुपये तक हो सकता है।
- कमाई की क्षमता:
- पहला साल: न्यूनतम या कोई सीधा कमाई नहीं; मुख्य रूप से समय, प्रयास और संसाधनों में एक निवेश।
- 3 साल के बाद: ₹40,000 – ₹4,00,000+ प्रति माह, सामग्री की गुणवत्ता, दर्शकों की सहभागिता और मुद्रीकरण रणनीतियों पर अत्यधिक निर्भर।
- 10 साल के बाद: ₹1,00,00,000 – ₹5,00,00,000+ (1 से 5 करोड़) सालाना, तभी प्राप्त किया जा सकता है जब सामग्री असाधारण रूप से अद्वितीय, उत्कृष्ट और बड़े पैमाने पर पहुंच प्राप्त करे।
- सफलता के लिए सुझाव: निरंतरता सर्वोपरि है। इस मार्ग पर तभी चलें जब आप लगातार प्रयास और निरंतर सामग्री निर्माण के लिए प्रतिबद्ध हों; अन्यथा, यह सीमित रिटर्न के साथ एक महत्वपूर्ण समय निवेश हो सकता है।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
- पहला साल: न्यूनतम या कोई सीधा कमाई नहीं; मुख्य रूप से समय, प्रयास और संसाधनों में एक निवेश।
- 3 साल के बाद: ₹40,000 – ₹4,00,000+ प्रति माह, सामग्री की गुणवत्ता, दर्शकों की सहभागिता और मुद्रीकरण रणनीतियों पर अत्यधिक निर्भर।
- 10 साल के बाद: ₹1,00,00,000 – ₹5,00,00,000+ (1 से 5 करोड़) सालाना, तभी प्राप्त किया जा सकता है जब सामग्री असाधारण रूप से अद्वितीय, उत्कृष्ट और बड़े पैमाने पर पहुंच प्राप्त करे।
13. यात्रा उद्योग के भीतर कॉर्पोरेट सपोर्ट भूमिकाएँ (गैर-यात्रा विशिष्ट)
विस्तृत यात्रा उद्योग, जिसमें ट्रैवल कंपनियाँ, एयरलाइंस, दूतावास, होटल और क्रूज़ लाइनें शामिल हैं, को पारंपरिक कॉर्पोरेट समर्थन कार्यों के पूर्ण स्पेक्ट्रम की आवश्यकता होती है। इसका मतलब है कि गैर-यात्रा-विशिष्ट क्षेत्रों में विशेषज्ञता वाले व्यक्ति इस क्षेत्र के भीतर आसानी से उत्कृष्ट अवसर पा सकते हैं।
- उदाहरण: अकाउंटेंट, एडवोकेट, रिसेप्शनिस्ट, वेबसाइट डिज़ाइनर, SEO और डिजिटल मार्केटिंग कार्यकारी/प्रबंधक, ड्राइवर, विदेशी मुद्रा विशेषज्ञ, HR प्रबंधक/कार्यकारी, बिक्री और विपणन पेशेवर।
- लचीलापन: यदि आपके पास, उदाहरण के लिए, 10 साल का लेखा अनुभव है और आप यात्रा उद्योग की ओर आकर्षित हैं, तो एक ट्रैवल कंपनी या एयरलाइन के भीतर लेखा प्रमुख की भूमिका में संक्रमण करना अक्सर सीधा होता है।
- यात्रा लाभ: महत्वपूर्ण रूप से, इन सहायक भूमिकाओं में भी अक्सर मुफ्त यात्रा या उद्योग लाभों के अवसर मिलते हैं, ठीक वैसे ही जैसे उनके यात्रा-केंद्रित सहयोगियों को मिलते हैं।
- वेतन: आम तौर पर प्रतिस्पर्धी या अन्य उद्योगों में समान भूमिकाओं में वेतन से बेहतर, खासकर जब यात्रा लाभों को ध्यान में रखा जाता है।
- बेहतर यात्रा के लिए सुझाव: ट्रैवल मैनेजरों और अन्य प्रमुख कर्मियों के साथ मजबूत संबंध विकसित करें; एक अच्छा नेटवर्क मुफ्त या रियायती यात्रा के अधिक अवसरों की ओर ले जा सकता है।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
14. बस और ट्रेन टिकटिंग सेवाएँ (नौकरी या व्यवसाय)
यह खंड यात्रा और पर्यटन उद्योग का एक अनिवार्य हिस्सा बनाता है।
- पहुँच: इस कार्य का एक महत्वपूर्ण लाभ इसकी पहुँच है; व्यक्ति न्यूनतम या बिना किसी औपचारिक प्रशिक्षण या विशिष्ट शैक्षणिक योग्यताओं के बस या ट्रेन टिकटिंग में भूमिकाएँ सुरक्षित कर सकते हैं। 10वीं कक्षा पूरी न करने वालों के लिए भी अवसर मौजूद हैं।
- उद्यमी मार्ग: इस क्षेत्र में कई वर्षों (आमतौर पर 4-6 साल) का अनुभव प्राप्त करने के बाद, अपना खुद का बस टिकटिंग काउंटर या कार्यालय स्थापित करना एक व्यवहार्य और सामान्य प्रगति है।
- ट्रेन टिकटिंग नोट: जबकि स्वतंत्र ट्रेन बुकिंग एजेंसियां कभी फली-फूली थीं, परिदृश्य विकसित हो रहा है, और IRCTC (भारतीय रेलवे खानपान और पर्यटन निगम) संचालन को केंद्रीकृत कर रहा है। इसलिए, जबकि ट्रेन बुकिंग महत्वपूर्ण बनी हुई है, केवल एक छोटा, स्वतंत्र ट्रेन बुकिंग एजेंट बनने पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना एक स्थायी दीर्घकालिक रणनीति नहीं हो सकता है। विविधीकरण महत्वपूर्ण है।
- शुरुआती वेतन: ₹15,000 – ₹20,000 प्रति माह
- विकास के लिए सुझाव: यह एक कठिन काम है जिसमें लगन की आवश्यकता होती है। कुछ वर्षों के लिए प्रारंभिक अनुभव प्राप्त करें, फिर उस ज्ञान का लाभ उठाकर रणनीतिक रूप से अपना व्यवसाय शुरू करें।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
15. परिवहन व्यवसाय (पर्यटकों के लिए बसें और टैक्सियाँ)
यह एक उत्कृष्ट उद्यमी उद्यम का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है, क्योंकि मजबूत परिवहन अवसंरचना के बिना यात्रा उद्योग कार्य नहीं कर सकता है। यहां तक कि उन्नत रेल और हवाई नेटवर्क वाले देशों में भी, पर्यटक-विशिष्ट बसों और टैक्सियों की हमेशा मांग रहती है।
- नौकरी भूमिकाएँ: मुख्य रूप से ड्राइवरों के लिए भूमिकाओं पर ध्यान केंद्रित करता है, लेकिन इसमें बेड़े प्रबंधन और रसद भी शामिल है।
- उद्यमी दायरा: यह काफी हद तक एक व्यवसाय-उन्मुख विभाजन है। पर्याप्त पूंजी वाले व्यक्ति विभिन्न वाहनों (बसों, SUV, लक्जरी कारों) के बड़े बेड़े स्थापित कर सकते हैं। कम पूंजी वाले एक एकल टैक्सी से शुरू कर सकते हैं, जिसके लिए वाहन ऋण आसानी से उपलब्ध हैं।
- आकांक्षी उद्यमियों के लिए सुझाव: पूंजी होने पर भी, यह अत्यधिक सलाह दी जाती है कि पहले कम से कम दो साल तक एक स्थापित परिवहन कंपनी में ड्राइवर के रूप में काम करके व्यावहारिक अनुभव प्राप्त करें। यह अमूल्य परिचालन अंतर्दृष्टि प्रदान करता है।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
संचार कौशल और व्यक्तित्व की अपरिहार्य भूमिका
क्या यात्रा और पर्यटन उद्योग में नौकरी सुरक्षित करने के लिए अंग्रेजी भाषा पर मजबूत पकड़ अनिवार्य है?
इसका उत्तर है नहीं, सभी भूमिकाओं के लिए अनिवार्य नहीं है। जो व्यक्ति धाराप्रवाह अंग्रेजी नहीं बोल सकते हैं, वे वास्तव में यात्रा, पर्यटन, विमानन और आतिथ्य क्षेत्रों में पद सुरक्षित कर सकते हैं। हालांकि, यह जानना महत्वपूर्ण है कि यह शुरू में आपके शुरुआती वेतन को प्रभावित कर सकता है, संभावित रूप से मजबूत अंग्रेजी प्रवीणता वाले साथी की तुलना में इसे लगभग 15-25% कम कर सकता है।
धाराप्रवाह अंग्रेजी के बिना कैसे उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन करें: कुंजी किसी भी भाषा के अंतर की भरपाई बेहतर व्यावहारिक कौशल और ज्ञान विकसित करके करना है। यदि आपकी व्यावहारिक क्षमताएं, जैसे यात्रा कार्यक्रम निर्माण, टिकटिंग, या ग्राहक सेवा, एक अंग्रेजी-भाषी उम्मीदवार की तुलना में अधिक उन्नत हैं, तो आप निश्चित रूप से अधिक कमा सकते हैं। संक्षेप में, यात्रा उद्योग में रोजगार प्राप्त करना बिना सही अंग्रेजी के बहुत प्राप्त करने योग्य है। वास्तविक, व्यावहारिक उद्योग ज्ञान और अनुभव प्राप्त करने पर गहनता से ध्यान केंद्रित करें।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है: www.TheTourismSchool.com )
यात्रा उद्योग में संक्रमण: क्या यह आपके लिए है, चाहे उम्र कुछ भी हो?
क्या आपको यात्रा उद्योग में शामिल होना चाहिए यदि आपके पास किसी अन्य क्षेत्र में 5 या 10 साल का अनुभव है? क्या आप 40 साल से अधिक उम्र के होने पर शामिल हो सकते हैं?
बिल्कुल, हाँ! यात्रा उद्योग विभिन्न पेशेवर पृष्ठभूमि से अनुभव का स्वागत और महत्व देता है। आपने किसी भी पिछले उद्योग में जो कौशल और ज्ञान विकसित किया है वह बर्बाद नहीं होगा; वास्तव में, वे अक्सर अत्यधिक हस्तांतरणीय और फायदेमंद होते हैं। अन्य क्षेत्रों से संक्रमण करने वाले कई व्यक्ति पाते हैं कि वे यात्रा में पहले की तुलना में अधिक वेतन के साथ शुरुआत कर सकते हैं, क्योंकि यात्रा और पर्यटन उद्योग अपनी उच्च कमाई की क्षमता के लिए जाना जाता है।
इसके अलावा, उम्र प्रवेश के लिए कोई बाधा नहीं है। यहां तक कि 40 से अधिक, या यहां तक कि 60 से अधिक उम्र के व्यक्ति भी सफलतापूर्वक यात्रा उद्योग में प्रवेश कर सकते हैं, अक्सर अपने अनुभव का लाभ उठाकर अपना खुद का यात्रा व्यवसाय या ट्रैवल एजेंसी शुरू कर सकते हैं। द टूरिज्म स्कूल आपको अपनी ट्रैवल एजेंसी स्थापित करने में मार्गदर्शन करने के लिए विशेष रूप से डिज़ाइन किया गया भारत का सबसे व्यावहारिक पाठ्यक्रम प्रदान करता है। आप हमारी वेबसाइट: https://www.thetourismschool.com/courses-fees.php पर इस पाठ्यक्रम के बारे में विस्तृत जानकारी प्राप्त कर सकते हैं।
(यह दस्तावेज़ द टूरिज्म स्कूल द्वारा कॉपीराइट है:
What is Travel Industry
Who should join Travel Industry & Why
What kind of jobs are available in Travel Industry, In Tourism Industry, In Aviation Industry and in Hospitality Industry
What kind of growth one can get in Travel, Aviation & Tourism Industry
Importance of Communication Skills & Personality in Travel Industry
If I have worked in some other industry for 5 or 10 years then should I join Travel Industry or not. Can I join Travel Industry if I am older than 40 years of age
In this Article you will get answers of all the above mentioned questions
When we say Travel Industry then it covers lot of different kind of jobs and work. Please understand there is no difference in “Travel” & “Tourism” both are used as synonyms of each other, meaning of both the words is same.
Aviation is also part of Tourism Industry and Aviation includes Airline, Airports, Air Ticketing, GDS, IATA and Air Cargo
Here we have mentioned the most common type of jobs of Travel Industry which most of the people like to do or like to know about. We have divided them in 15 Categories to make them easy to understand:
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- Job or Work of a Travel Agency or Travel Company
- Jobs at Airports International & Domestic
- Job of Pilots & Flight Crew, Air Hostess
- Job of a Tour Guide or Freelancing
- Jobs with Airline Offices
- Visa related Jobs or Jobs with Embassies
- Group Manager or Travel Manager or MICE Jobs, Event Management
- Government Jobs in Travel & Tourism Industry
- Teaching Jobs in Travel, Aviation and Tourism Industry
- Jobs with Destination Management Companies, Suppliers, Tourism Boards like Australia Tourism, Switzerland Tourism Office etc
- Jobs with Hotels & Cruises. Yes Hotels & Cruises are also part of Travel Industry
- Travel Blogger, Travel Vlogger (who makes travel videos) or Travel Writer, Travel Host
- Jobs in Travel Industry without the knowledge of Travel. Like accountants, advocates, receptionist, website designer, SEO & Digital Marketing Executive/Manager, Drivers, Foreign Currency Exchange Jobs, HR Manager/Executives, Sales & Marketing
- Bus Booking, Train Booking Job or Business
- Transportation Business Mainly providing buses or Taxi for Tourists
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Before we
explain all the above mentioned Job Categories of Travel Industry we would like
to answer a very common question that “why should you join Travel Industry & who
should join”
Who Should Join
Travel Industry & Why?
Anyone who likes travelling can get lots of opportunities to travel free of cost after working for few months & sometime instantly. This is one of the most important factor because of which people want to join Travel Industry. So that they can travel the whole world and at the same time they can earn good amount of money. So if you like travelling and if you want to travel free of cost then travel industry is the best industry for you
Travel industry is a very fast growing industry and it has high salaries also
This is one of the industry in which, those people can also get jobs easily and can earn high salary, who remain average in their studies or those who didn’t study Science & Maths. So this is an industry where people with less of theoretical knowledge can also work and grow more than doctors and engineers. At the same time this industry has lots of opportunities for engineers also. If a Science or Commerce student joins the travel industry then for sure they get to earn more than what they earn in other industries, moreover their jobs in travel industry are more interesting
Another reason as travel industry is all about practical work, going out, dealing with different people so those who do not like office jobs, for them it is a very good industry. At the same time the industry provides endless jobs for those who do not wish to travel and just like to remain in office. Like jobs related to operations of a travel company or air ticket issuance
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What kind of jobs are available in Travel, Aviation & Tourism Industry & what are the salaries & what kind of growth these jobs gives:
So below we are
going to give you answers of above mention questions one by one in each
category:
- Job or Work of a Travel Agency or Travel Company
Travel agency & travel company are also having same meaning. Travel agency’s are divided in 3 parts: Domestic, Inbound & Outbound. Domestic travel agency are those which are making packages of their own country. For example if a travel agency makes & sales travel packages of only Goa, Kerala, Agra, Rajasthan and not of any international destination then they are domestic travel agency. Inbound is when they are making packages for foreigners visiting India. Outbound when travel companies makes travel packages for Indians who wish to travel abroad.
In travel companies the most common work are: Issuing Air Tickets domestic & international, booking hotels, making travel itineraries, constructing travel packages, providing visa & doing operations.
Those who learn only air ticket issuance so they also gets jobs easily and those who know only travel packages they also gets jobs. One who can do all the work will become the Manager & can grow to General Manager, Managing Director or can Start their own Travel Agency.
Usually an executive can start with the salary of Rs. 18000 per month, if he or she do good then after 6 months salary usually reaches to 24000 & after 1 year around 26000. After 2 years the same executive will become Assistant Manager & salary would be around Rs. 35,000 per month. After 6 years same person will become Senior Manager & Salary can be around 1,50,000 Per Month & after 10 years of experience the salary can be easily around 3,00,000 (three lakh) per month
Tip:
Growth is Faster in Outbound Travel Packages. Most important knowledge for the
growth is the knowledge of Travel Package Making and Destination Knowledge
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- Jobs at Airports International & Domestic
Most common &
easily available airport jobs are of Ground Staff. Mostly everyone starts as
Ground Staff & on the basis of their performance they keep getting promotions &
trainings. There are jobs on the basis of only 10th also and only on the basis
of 12th also.
Other than this at airport there are jobs of issuing air tickets, issuing boarding cards, airport representative jobs, jobs in airport restaurants and shops and in duty free shops along with jobs related to security.
Airport even has lots of Government Jobs also. Like Customs and Immigrations and of Engineers and Technical Jobs.
To understand Airport Jobs in Hindi you can watch a video by clicking the given link: https://youtu.be/1b-4eVXB6vc
Starting Salary: 15,000 to 26,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 1 year of experience: 20,000 to 38,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 3 years of experience: 28,000 to 50,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 1,20,000 to 3,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: Join in young age as early as possible. Maintain excellent personality, learn air ticketing, foreign language and keep yourself away from Airport Politics and Bad Habits
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- Job of Pilots & Flight Crew - Air Hostess
The best job of Aviation Industry (which is part of Travel Industry) is the job of a Pilot. These are very high paying jobs and provides maximum opportunities to travel the whole world free of cost and in minimum time. It is difficult to get these jobs because the courses are very expensive and number of jobs are less than available trained pilots. Pilot course will cost minimum 30,00,000 (30 Lakh). There are lots of government jobs also for Pilots
Starting Salary of a Pilot: 2,00,000 Rs./ Month (2 Lakh)
Salary after 5 years of experience: 8,00,000 Rs. / Month (8 Lakh) It can be more than that also
Tip:
Do course only from Government Institute like: http://www.flywithgati.com/#about
Job of Air Hostess or Flight Crew
This is also a very good job of Aviation Industry. Right time to join is in the age of 21 to 23 after that it becomes difficult. If you are confident then getting this job is not difficult. Now there is no minimum height or weight criteria. This job is also going to make you travel a lot. Most of the airlines retire their Air Hostess/Flight Stewards/Flight Crew after the age of 35
If you want job of Air Hostess or Flight Crew then you would get to know of their interviews on Airline’s websites so keep visiting airline websites regularly
Starting Salary: 30,000 60,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 3 years of experience: 60,000 to 1,00,000 Rs. / Month (1 Lakh)
Salary after 10 years of experience: 4,00,000 to 7,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: To know more about Flight Crew Jobs visit: http://www.thetourismschool.com/how-to-become-air-hostess-or-cabin-crew.php
Never Join any private institute to do Air Hostess or Flight Crew Course. If you want to do course do from the institutes mentioned in the given link: https://dgca.gov.in/digigov-portal/?page=jsp/dgca/InventoryList/airOperation/training/cabinCrew/AppCCC.pdf
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- Job of a Tour Guide or Freelancing
Tour Guides plays very important role in making tourist understand tourist destination and attractions. Even limited knowledge of a particular city can get you job of a Tour Guide. The only problem with this job is that now companies do not like to hire Tour Guides on Permanent basis, instead they pay them on day basis.
Tour Guides gets limited to one or few neighbouring destinations but they do not get to travel out of the country. So here it is important to understand who want to travel the whole world free of cost, should work as a Travel Manager and not like a tour guide. To understand difference in a Tour Guide and a Travel Manager watch the video by clicking the link: https://youtu.be/J8TXzhn34Hc
Per Day Earning in First Year: 500 to 1000 Rs. Per Day
Per Day Earning after 2 years of experience: 2000 to 4000 Rs. Per Day
Per Day Earning after 10 years of experience: 10,000 to 20,000 Rs. Per Day
Please note on an average a Tour Guide gets to work only 70 to 85 days in an year. This means if a tour guide earns 3000 Rs. Per Day and gets to work only 85 days then his yearly earning is: 85 x 3000 = 2,55,000 so effective per day earning is 699 Rs. and Monthly Earning is: 21000 Rs.
Tip: Concentrate more on history and keep yourself good looking and smiling
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- Jobs with Airline Offices
Airline jobs are few best jobs of Aviation Industry which is part of Travel Industry online. Among this there are sales jobs also and even marketing jobs are also available. Those who want to work at the airports they also have lots of options and those who want 10 to 5 Job only 5 days working they can work in city offices. Usually every Airline staff gets minimum 2 free air tickets every year.
To work in an Airline one must have knowledge of Global Distribution System or Centralised Reservation System which are known as GDS and CRS. The best GDS are Amadeus and Galileo. Having pleasant personality and excellent communication skills are must to work with airlines
Starting Salary: 30,000 to 50,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 2 years of experience: 45,000 to 70,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 2,00,000 to 4,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: Learn Amadeus and apply for Airline City Office Jobs with international airlines
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- Visa related Jobs or Jobs with Embassies
Having the knowledge of Visa Processing can get you job in any country of the world. These jobs are given by embassies, travel agency’s, visa agencies and even by Government Offices also. Practical Visa Course is provided by The Tourism School, detail of which is available at given link:
Visa jobs are more of office jobs and very less opportunities of travelling
Starting Salary: 18,000 to 30,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 2 years of experience: 30,000 to 50,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 3,00,000 to 5,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: Start your own Visa Business without investment and you can easily earn even 10,00,000 Rs. Per Month also (Yes 10 Lakh Per Month after some experience)
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- Group Manager or Travel Manager or MICE Jobs, Event Management
This is the best job of Travel Industry. Not everyone can become pilot but yes anyone can become a Travel Manager. Job of a travel manager is to first organising the complete trip, doing all the bookings, making itineraries and finally travelling along with the tourists, groups, corporate and many time with highly influential people like Presidents, Directors etc.
This is a job which makes one travel the whole world free of cost in very less duration while staying in five star hotels. Only big travel companies would have vacancy of a Travel Manager. After working as a Travel Manager one can start their own travel company very easily
MICE stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions or Events. These are the reasons because of which lots of people travels in group. MICE group can not happen without a Travel Manager. Event Management is a small division of MICE so if you can work as a Travel Manager you can work as an Event Manager also
Starting Salary: 45,000 to 80,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 2 years of experience: 1,00,000 to 3,50,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 5,00,000 to 14,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: Learn Travel Package Construction if you want to become a Travel Manager
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- Government Jobs in Travel & Tourism Industry
There are endless government jobs related to Travel & Tourism Industry. Like job in Incredible India, Jobs with Ministry of Tourism, Jobs with State Tourism Boards like Rajasthan Tourism Board, Himachal Pradesh Tourism Board, Kerala, Goa, Odisha etc. Jobs with government airlines like Air India, Jobs with Airport Authority, Jobs with government schools, colleges, universities to teach Tourism and Air Ticketing. Other than this Government operates their own Travel Agency like Balmer and Lawrie
So the government jobs are endless. For those who want to do government job related to travelling within Delhi for them the best option is to work with DTTDC which is Delhi Tourism and Transport Development Corporation, then we have option with Archaeological Survey of India also and many more
Starting Salary: 60,000 to 90,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 2 years of experience: 80,000 to 1.25,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 3,00,000 to 5,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: Concentrate more on theory and less on practical if you want government jobs
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- Teaching Jobs in Travel, Aviation and Tourism Industry
Now travel & tourism is taught even in schools also, many time from 8th class. Other than this the training of IATA, Amadeus, Galileo is given by lots of private institutes. So all of these Government, Semi Government, MBA Colleges, Institutes etc have lots of job openings for the teachers of Air Ticketing
There is only one institute in entire India which teaches Travel Packages, so more scope is in teaching Aviation, Air Ticketing and Hotel Management courses and these institutes provides lots of job opportunities
Starting Salary: 30,000 to 40,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 2 years of experience: 60,000 to 90,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 1,50,000 to 2,50,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: First work in a Travel Company if you want to become a good Teacher of Travel
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- Jobs with Destination Management Companies, Suppliers, Tourism Boards like Australia Tourism, Switzerland Tourism Office etc
These are excellent jobs and high paying also and the good part is, these jobs are available even on the basis of limited knowledge also. Destination Management Company is known as DMC also, it means they are managing a particular destination. Like Hello Tourism it is a DMC dealing only in Turkey. DMC’s and Suppliers are same no difference and they deal only with Travel Agents and not with direct clients.
Similarly there are Tourism Boards of every region every foreign country. Like Switzerland Tourism Board, Canada, USA, Australia. They don’t do sales but they do only marketing and awareness exclusively of their own destination. Tourism Boards and DMC’s opens their offices in all the important countries to market their destination. So in each country they hire local people also. If someone want job in Switzerland Tourism Board then the person should have basic knowledge of Tourism and should have good knowledge of Switzerland, only on the basis of this knowledge one can obtain these excellent jobs. Along with this it is important that candidate should have excellent personality and communication skills.
Within the first 3 months of joining the job the candidate will get to travel to that destination. For example if Ram Kumar gets job in Switzerland Tourism Board then to provide him practical training the company will surely send to Switzerland. So free travel is guaranteed but this travel will be limited to Switzerland only
Starting Salary: 80,000 to 1,20,000 Rs. / Month + Excellent amount of Travel Allowance
Salary after 2 years of experience: 3,00,000 to 4,00,000 Rs. / Month
Salary after 10 years of experience: 15,00,000 to 25,00,000 Rs. / Month
Tip: As these vacancy’s are less and never advertised, mostly given on the basis references. So remain in Travel Industry, maintain excellent reputation with everyone and become an expert of your dream country
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- Jobs with Hotels & Cruises. Yes Hotels & Cruises are also part of Travel Industry
Skills and qualification required for job in Hotels and Cruise-liners are same. The only difference is that in Hotels even those who are not good in English would get job but in Cruises having excellent command on English Language is mandatory. Even the kind of work is also same. Actually a Cruise is nothing but a luxurious resort on a ship
To work in Cruises or in Hotels one should do Hotel Management Course and not Travel Management. Yes even for job in cruises one should have knowledge of Hotel Management. In hotels freshers also gets jobs but in Cruises only those who have experience of working in hotels gets job.
A cruise executive earns 10 times more than a Hotel Executive. A cruise executive gets to travel the whole world and on the other hand hotel executive would have no or limited travel only
Starting Salary with Hotels: 8,000 to 18,000 Rs. / Month
Starting Salary with Cruise-liners like Royal Caribbean: 2,00,000 to 8,00,000 Rs. / Month
Salary in Hotels after 5 Years of Experience: 40,000 to 70,000 Rs. / Month
Salary in Cruise after 5 Years of Experience: 4,00,000 to 12,00,000 Rs. / Month
Salary in Hotels after 15 Years of Experience: 4,00,000 to 7,00,000 Rs. / Month
Salary in Cruise after 15 Years of Experience: 6,00,000 to 15,00,000 Rs. / Month or No Job because in Cruise-liners 90% staff is young only so old employees are forced to leave
Tip: Remain physically fit & join job or internship just after 12th
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- Travel Blogger, Travel Vlogger (who makes travel videos) or Travel Writer, Travel Host
This is a kind of job which attracts people of every age and it has no age restriction even. Becoming a blogger or travel blogger or a writer is easy as there is no need of any specific training. One can learn most of the work by self study and trials. But it is important to understand the jobs on the basis of this knowledge are close to zero. All those who are doing this are doing their own work and and they are self employed. Most of the travel shows which you watch on Discovery or on TLC or on XP or on National Geographic their hosts are the producers also which you can read in the numbering or by checking on wikipedia. So first they invests lakhs and sometime crores of rupees and then they earn by selling the show
Earning in First Year: No earning only expense and hard work
Earning after 3 Years: 30,000 to 3,00,000 depending on quality of work
Earning after 10 Years: 10,000,00 to 50,000,00 only if your work is unique and outstanding
Tip: Do it only if you can remain consistent or else don’t waste your time
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- Jobs in Travel Industry without the knowledge of Travel. Like accountants, advocates, receptionist, website designer, SEO & Digital Marketing Executive/Manager, Drivers, Foreign Currency Exchange Jobs, HR Manager/Executives, Sales & Marketing
There are lots of such jobs. So even those who are attracted towards Travel Industry and they do not have travel knowledge they can also get jobs in Travel Companies and even in Airlines. Like all the mentioned jobs are available with Travel Companies also with Airlines also, with Embassies also and with Hotels and Cruises also. So if you have studied accounting and you have worked in Accounts for 10 years but now you want to come in Travel Industry then finding job of an account head in Travel Company or in Airline is very easy. Yes if you are working in Travel Industry you will get opportunities to travel free of cost
Salary: Better than other industries
Tip: Maintain good relation with Travel Managers and you would get to travel more
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- Bus Booking, Train Booking Job or Business
This is also part of Travel and Tourism Industry. The good part of this work is that anyone can get job in this with or without any training or qualification. Yes even those who didn’t do even 10th they can also get job of Bus Booking, Train Booking.
After working in this for few years like 4 to 6 years it is easy to start your own Bus Booking Counter or Office same is the process of Train Bookings. But IRCTC is going to close all small train booking agents so do not concentrate on that
Starting Salary: 12,000 to 15,000 Rs.
Tip: This is a very hard working job. Do it only for few years and start your own business
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- Transportation Business Mainly providing buses or Taxi for Tourists
This is an excellent business. Without transportation division Travel Industry can not survive in any country. Even if the country has excellent rail network and air network even than Tourist Buses and Taxi are required. Jobs in this division are majorly for drivers.
This is majorly for those who want to do their own business. If someone has more money then they starts with multiple vehicles like buses, innova, mercedes every kind of vehicle. Who have less money they can also start with only one taxi for which even loan is also available.
Tip: Even if you have money first work in some Transportation Company as a Driver for minimum 2 years
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Importance of Communication Skills & Personality in Travel Industry? Is it Mandatory to have good command on English Language for getting job in Travel and Tourism Industry
Yes even those who can not speak in English can also get job in Travel, Tourism, Aviation and Hospitality Industry. But at the same time this is going to reduce your salary by approximately 20% in comparison to someone who is good in English. The right way to compensate this loss is to train yourself better than those who are good in English. So if someone who can not speak in good English but can do the practical work better than those who are good in English then such person will be able to to earn even more than those who are good in English Language.
In short Getting Job in Travel Industry is very easy without having the command on English language. Just concentrate on real practical knowledge of Travel and Tourism Industry
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If I have worked in some other industry for 5 or 10 years then should I join Travel Industry or not. Can I join Travel Industry if I am older than 40 years of age
Yes you must Join Travel Industry even if you have worked in some other industry because in Travel industry people are required of each work experience. So the work experience you have earned by working in any industry will not go waste and most of the time people can start with more salary than what they were getting in other industry as Travel and Tourism is a very high paying industry. Even after the age of 40 or even after the age of 60 also one can enter in Travel Industry by starting their own Travel Business or Travel Agency. India’s best and most practical course to Start Travel Agency is provided by one and only Travel and Tourism Institute www.TheTourismSchool.com find the detail of the course at given link: http://www.thetourismschool.com/travel-business.php
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