Holiday Consultant

Post : Holiday Consultant
Industry Type : Service
Qualification: Any Graduate
Salary : 120000/- to 180000/- per year
Location: Udaipur
Job Category : Sales

Responsibilities

• Research various destinations and means of travel regarding prices, customs, weather conditions, reviews etc.
• Diagnose the clients’ specifications and wishes and suggest suitable travel packages or services
• Organize travels from beginning to end, through booking tickets and accommodation, securing rental transportation etc.
• Supply travelers with pertinent information and useful travel/holiday material (guides, maps, event programs etc)
• Collect deposits and balances
• Use promotional techniques and prepare promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages
• Handle unforeseen problems and complaints and determine eligibility for money returns
• Attend conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends
• Create and update electronic records of clients
• Maintain relationships with key persons
• Keep financial statements and documents
• Reach the revenue and profit targets

Requirements

• Proven working experience as a travel consultant
• Excellent knowledge of traveling software (computer reservations systems, GDS systems and e-travel)
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage
• Exemplary sales skills and customer oriented approach
• Well versed in various areas of travel (domestic/international, business/holidays, group/individual etc)
• Ability to present, persuade and communicate effectively
• Demonstrable ability to handle crises
• Degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field
• Candidates with personal travel experience will be preferred