Tourism & Travel in India

Most of the people working in the adventure tourism sector have some kind of qualification in tourism, outdoor sports, or management. By taking courses in adventure sports, one can become instructors or tour operators in specific adventure sports. As people get more adventurous to try out new destinations and recreation, there is a growing need for qualified adventure instructors. Opportunities in adventure tourism can be as a Tour Guide, Adventure Tour operator, Outdoor Education Officer, Safari Guide, Adventure Sports Trainer, Travel and Information Consultant, Diver, Adventure Sports Photographer, Wildlife Photographer and so on. They can find employment with tour companies, excursion agencies, holiday resorts, leisure camps, commercial recreation centres, sports centres and athletic clubs. One can even set up their own adventure sports center where they can offer services and impart training in their area of specialization. Job in adventure tourism sector does not have structured salaries. Salary varies depending on the location, career opportunity, responsibilities and whether the position is seasonal or full-time. In most cases adventure tourism jobs are seasonal. Hence one cannot expect fixed income throughout the year. However, in the beginning of this career, you can get salary ranges from Rs. 7,000-12,000 per month. Income from self-employment venture depends upon the nature and size of the operations, it can be more than those who work under someone.

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Travel and tourism are one of the good sector to make career, as this field offers good career prospects and excellent growth opportunities not only in India but across the globe.
In the public sector, there are opportunities in the Directorates and Departments of Tourism of the centre and the state as Officers, information assistants, Tourist guides etc.
Another good prospectus for qualified tourism professionals are in the private sector with travel agencies, tour operators, airlines, hotels, transport and cargo companies etc.
Some flourishing sectors of travel and tourism industry are as follows:
- Tourism departments.
- Travel Agencies.
- Hotels.
- Airlines, and more.
For your reference find below some of the finest institutes in India offering travel and tourism course:
- Institute of Technology and Future Management-Chandigarh
- National Institute of Tourism & Hospitality Management-Hyderabad.
- Indian Institute of Tourism and Travel Management-New Delhi.
- Kuoni Academy-Delhi, Mumbai etc.
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