How do I become a tour advisor
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Common questions
In Australia, a full time Tour Advisor generally earns $1,200 per week ($62,400 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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There has been strong employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 4,700 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Tour Advisor. Tour Advisors may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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If you’re interested in a career as a Tour Advisor, consider enrolling in a Certificate II in Tourism. You’ll cover a range of topics including customer service, communication, cultural sensitivity and avoiding cross-cultural misunderstandings. A Certificate I in Tourism (Australian Indigenous Culture), Certificate III in Tourism, Certificate III in Guiding or a Certificate IV in Travel and Tourism may also be suitable.
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A Tour Advisor helps to plan tourist visits to particular areas or attractions. You’ll liaise with visitors to determine their interests and plan itineraries and schedules. Tour Advisors may coordinate transport and accommodation and may organise entry to tourist attractions. You might organise tours or arrange guides for specialised instruction.
Tour Advisors should have a strong knowledge of available attractions and tourist services. You’ll need to be highly organised and should be able to handle multiple tasks at one time. Tour Advisors should have excellent customer service skills and must be able to communicate well with people from a range of backgrounds.
