Travel Agent Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Travel Agent:

  • Degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field
  • x years of experience as a Travel Consultant or similar role
  • Passionate about travel and tourism
  • Great interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good time-management skills
  • Candidates with personal experience in travelling will have an advantage
  • Proficiency in English
  • Knowledge of additional languages is an advantage
  • Good sales skills and customer oriented approach
  • Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
  • Team player
  • Excellent knowledge about latest tourism trends
  • Good understanding on different tourism offerings and options
  • Good knowledge of travel software

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Travel Agent skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Travel Agent roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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