You might hire a travel agent to:
- Meet with clients to learn their needs and expectations, then craft a tailored travel package
Provide clients with destination-specific information such as restaurants, tourist attractions, cultural events, and the best places to stays
Help clients reevaluate their plans if changes need to be made before or during their trip
- Make reservations at hotels, restaurants, or cultural sites
- Help navigate foreign or domestic travel requirements such as visas or vaccinations
| Required skills and qualifications | Preferred skills and qualifications |
| Strong communication and sales skills | Excellent customer service skills |
| Understanding of foreign and domestic travel requirements or restrictions | Patience and perseverance |
| Familiarity with the latest travel trends and ideal vacation locations/opportunities | Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines |
| Strong organizational and planning skills | A background in hospitality or tourism |
| Excellent time management skills | Ability to work independently, or with a team if needed |
