Destinations for the Aventurer
Location
Houston, TX | United States
Job description
We are looking for an energetic, driven, and detail-oriented Travel Specialist. Our Travel Specialists play a key role in our travel team, building itineraries, crafting emails, performing hotel rate checks, arranging concierge services, corresponding with suppliers, and building relationships with our trusted supplier network and clientele. To be a successful travel Specialist, you should have a passion for travel and a desire to inspire others to make their travel dreams come true.
ROLES & RESPONSIBILITY:
- Research, Create, and Execute exceptional itineraries for clients while ensuring the client's preferences are met.
- Effectively communicate with clients pre/post travel
- Organize itinerary materials for clients including plane tickets, hotel booking confirmations,invoices or other necessary paperwork
- Attend ongoing webinars with vendors and suppliers, to become specialized with specific destinations
- Stay up to date on changes within the tourism industry including the latest travel restrictions
- Network with tour operators regarding packages that you can possibly offer to clients
Skills
- Have effective communication skills, written and oral
- Proficient computer skills including the ability to multitask with several websites and programs
- Proven work experience as a travel agent is a plus
- Excellent knowledge of computer reservations systems
- Fluency in English; multilingualism is a plus
- Strong sales skills and commercial awareness
- Ability to interact, communicate and negotiate effectively
- Sound knowledge of domestic and international travel trends
- Degree in Hospitality, Travel, Tourism, Business or relevant field is a plus
- Personal travel experience will be considered an advantage
Benefits
- Flexible Schedule
- Travel Perks
- Licensed & Bonded
- Personal Website
- E&O Insurance with Fraud Protection
- Daily Training Available
- Travel Agent Certification
Job tags
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