A travel consultant is a professional who helps clients identify and book their ideal travel packages based on their needs, wants and capabilities. They perform a variety of tasks, such as:

• Meeting with clients to discuss and learn about their travel requirements.

• Advising clients about suitable travel options in accordance with their needs, wants and capabilities.

• Researching various destinations and means of travel regarding prices, customs, weather conditions, reviews etc.

• Diagnosing the clients specifications and wishes and suggesting suitable travel packages or services.

• Organizing travels from beginning to end, through booking tickets and accommodation, securing rental transportation etc.

• Using promotional techniques and preparing promotional materials to sell itinerary tour packages.

• Handling unforeseen problems and complaints and determining eligibility for money returns.

• Attending conferences to maintain familiarity with tourism trends.

• Creating and updating electronic records of clients.

• Maintaining relationships with key persons.

A travel consultant needs to have excellent communication and sales skills, as well as a customer oriented approach. Proficiency in English; knowledge of additional languages is an advantage.