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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic Destination Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning and coordinating travel arrangements for our clients. You will use your in-depth knowledge of various destinations to provide advice and recommendations, ensuring our clients have the best possible travel experience. You will also be responsible for managing relationships with travel suppliers, negotiating contracts and rates, and staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and developments. The ideal candidate will have a passion for travel, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Planning and coordinating travel arrangements for clients
- Providing advice and recommendations on various destinations
- Managing relationships with travel suppliers
- Negotiating contracts and rates with suppliers
- Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends and developments
- Ensuring clients have the best possible travel experience
- Handling any travel-related issues or emergencies
- Maintaining accurate records of all travel arrangements
- Conducting research on new destinations and travel services
- Providing training and support to junior staff members
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Tourism or related field
- Previous experience in a similar role
- In-depth knowledge of various travel destinations
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong negotiation skills
- Good knowledge of the travel industry
- Proficiency in a foreign language is a plus
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to handle stressful situations
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What is your experience with planning and coordinating travel arrangements?
- Can you describe a time when you had to handle a travel-related emergency?
- How do you stay up-to-date with the latest travel trends and developments?
- Can you describe a time when you had to negotiate a contract or rate with a supplier?
- What languages do you speak?