You can find out more about the diverse range of roles and careers open to
you in travel and tourism in the pages ahead (pages 36-49). But did you know there are many ways to get into the industry? Some people decide to jump in at the deep end and get a job straight after
leaving school; others decide to take an academic route into the industry. Another option is to combine the two, so you can start earning while still learning. In this section, we take a look at the different ways you can take your first steps in
travel. We speak to some just starting out and to those who oversee learning and development. And we hear from industry association ABTA about what it offers for people looking to find out more about careers in this amazing sector.
