their travel careers at a young age, some join the industry when they’re older, perhaps switching from another sector, returning to work after raising a
family or simply seeking a new challenge. The wide variety of roles in travel – from admin and advertising to social media and web development – means skills from different industries are easily transferable. Careers specialist People 1st says more
travel firms are tackling a talent shortage by targeting older workers, women returning to work after having children and staff from other sectors. We spoke to two people who changed careers