Working in Tourism:UK/Europe/Beyond - Softcover

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Softcover

ISBN 10: 1854582186 ISBN 13: 9781854582188

Publisher: Arco, 1999

Synopsis

Working in Tourism covers in detail the possibilities for finding seasonal or permanent employment in the world's largest industry. Describes working as holiday reps and tour personnel, for camping or activity holiday organisers, in ski resorts, as overland expedition leaders, on cruise ships, for transport companies, in hotels and catering etc., as well as casual work in catering and more glamorous jobs as DJs and entertainers.
The book includes a country guide giving all the information needed on the prospects in thirty four countries around the world for both career tourism staff and seasonal workers, including conditions of employment, red tape and the addresses of specialist companies.
A major feature of the book for those looking for a job is the directory of 300 placement agencies and travel companies giving essential information about them, including their projected staff requirements and addresses to contact.

About this title

From the Back Cover

This guide covers thousands of long and short term jobs in the Tourist Industry for guides, sports instructors, campsite reps, etc.
Part I - The Jobs and How to Get Them - A survey of training options including a Directory of 200 courses, from one-day pre-interview sessions for overseas reps or airline cabin crew to three year degree courses in hotel administration.
Part II - Country by Country Guide - Thirty four countries are covered with all the information needed on: the prospects for both career tourism staff and seasonal workers, conditions of employment, red tape, addresses of specialist companies.
Part III - A Directory of 300 Placement Agencies and Travel Companies - Details include projected staff requirements and address to contact.
Plus special employment features on cruise ships, ski resorts, overland adventure expeditions, cross-channel travel, working for yourself, glamorous jobs.

About the Author

Verité Reily Collins' working life has revolved around either working in and with the tourist industry or writing about it. Verité lives and works in London, England.

About this edition

• Publisher: Arco
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 1854582186
• ISBN 13: 9781854582188
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 320