WORLD OFOpportunity
The travel industry is booming, with a projected global value of over $18 trillion by 2032 – so there are plenty of ways to kick-start a career in this exciting sector
Ask anyone who works in the travel industry if they’ll ever leave, and the answer is probably ‘no’. There are few industries in the world that offer quite the same opportunities as this vibrant, fun-loving sector – and whether you’re jetting off as cabin crew, travelling overseas to craft cruise itineraries or making dreams happen from behind the scenes, this diverse, dynamic industry offers amazing opportunities. Last year, the global tourism industry created
27 million new jobs, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council, contributing 9.1% – more than $9.9 trillion – to the global economy. And roles stretch well beyond the ones that are immediately obvious to anyone who’s ever gone on holiday.
DIVERSE ROLES While you could be a pilot taking to the skies or a tour leader guiding groups across the world, you could also be harnessing the power of AI, arranging industry events or helping travel companies work towards their sustainability goals. You could be booking clients on holidays of a
lifetime as a travel agent or moving countries as a resort manager for an international hotel brand; but you could also find your passion in smashing sales targets for a tour operator or developing creative social media campaigns for a tourist board.
6 There are chances to work behind-the-scenes
in everything from HR to data analysis, law to finance, purchasing to insurance and plenty of professional roles beyond; check out our A-Z guide (pages 8-19) for more inspiration. While working in travel definitely doesn’t mean
getting paid to go on holiday, many roles open up opportunities to travel or even live abroad. And in the UK, it’s a sociable industry that relies on people skills as much as a passion for travel – so you might find yourself networking at black-tie balls or catching up with old colleagues at a training event.
BUSINESS TRAVEL Cruise, aviation and technology are just some of the major fields to consider, and it’s not just about travelling for holidays – the business travel market opens up a whole raft of other opportunities too, from planning conferences and corporate getaways to booking trips for business clients. What unites everyone in the industry is a passion
for what they do, and a desire to help bring the world within reach for those who love to explore. And whether you’re an avid explorer or just intrigued by this ever-evolving industry, this guide is designed to show you the many opportunities out there, and to provide advice, insight and inspiration from those who’ve forged careers in this sector.
takeoffintravel.co.uk
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76
