Tourism & Travel

Yes, softwares are involved as once a booking is done the same needs to be updated with all concerned departments immediately to avoid confusion hence a software is required.
List of software involved in ticketing/reservations are:
-Galileo CRS
-Amadeus
-Sabre
-Worlspan, etc.
The various version of these software keep developing based on the company and any additional features that are introduced.
The best training institutes for these software would definitely be the IATA authorized centers as these certification from there are globally accepted.
Few top institutes that provide equally good training for the same are:
Kuoni Academy
TMI Academy of Travel & Tourism
Thomas Cook
Skylark Institute of Travel
You can pursue different level of course, with varied duration and also option for the campus placements and assistance provided.

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.

1. Read
Read all the greats, but don't skip the more obscure writers. Read magazines. Get yourself a library card if you don't have one, and if you cant does that, check Google Books and Google Magazines.
2. Travel writing includes hotel reviews and destination guides, published in guidebooks and in glossy travel magazines. But travel writings more than service pieces.
3. Start writing a blog, thousands of writers have published their writing primarily or exclusively on their blogs.
4. Develop online presence through Facebook, Twitter, and other social media platforms to connect with other writers, editors, and readers.
5. Look for stories everywhere. Often, the most interesting stories aren't waiting in some far-flung place for you to come along and unearth them.
Content writers salary generally ranges from 1.5-2 LPA. Travel blogger makes money through-
a. Start off as a guest writer on popular blogs/ websites of travel agencies.
b. Share your experiences on social networking sites.
c. Make money through AdSense on your blogs.
d. Freelancer.com has few openings for a freelance travel blogger.
e. Apply for a job as Travel Writer for the Indian Embassy.

Perhaps the most common type of tourism is what most people associate with traveling: Recreation tourism. This is when people go to a place that is very different from their regular day-to-day life to relax and have fun. Beaches, theme parks and camp grounds are often the most common places frequented by recreational tourists.
If the objective of ones visit to a particular place is to get to know its history and culture then this type of tourism is known as cultural tourism. Tourists may visit different landmarks of a particular country or they may simply option to focus on just one area. They may also attend festivals and ceremonies in order to gain a better understanding of the people, their beliefs and their practices.
For tourists who want to see wildlife or bask in the joy of just being in the midst of nature, nature tourism is the answer. Ecotourism and nature treks are all part of this kind of tourism. Bird watching, for example, is one activity that nature tourists are fond of doing. What marks this kind of tourism is that it is environmentally responsible, has low impact and advantageous to the local community.
Religious tourism is another type of tourism where people go to a religious location or locations to follow the footsteps of their founder or to attend a religious ceremony. Catholics, for example, go on pilgrimages in the Holy Land to experience the paths where Jesus walked.
Medical or health tourism is a relatively new type of tourist activity where the main focus of the travel is improving ones health, physical appearance or fitness. For instance, certain countries promote the expertise of their doctors and surgeons in the field of cosmetic surgery and invite foreigners to have their liposuction, facelift, nose lift and other forms of cosmetic procedures to be done there. Medical tourism also incorporates aspects of recreation tourism where the patient goes to a relaxing getaway to recover from the procedure.
Adventure tourism is another type of tourism that is catered for those who want to do more than just visit regular tourist sites. These kinds of trips involve challenging activities like rock climbing, mountain climbing and wild water rafting.

Tourism Department:
In the tourism department, there are jobs as reservation and counter staff, sales and marketing staff, tour planners and tour guides. Officers in the Directorate and Departments of Tourism are recruited from among the candidates who have done civil service, drawn from the Civil/administrative services of the State and Central governments. They are involved in the planning and promotion of tourism activities. A degree in travel and tourism is required for operational jobs in government organizations. Information assistants at the office of the Tourism departments are selected through competitive examinations held by the Staff Selection Commission. The eligibility is graduation with knowledge of Indian history, art, and architecture, besides proficiency in English.
Airlines:
Working in an airline, whether on the ground staff or in flight is an exciting option for many people these days. In the airlines, one can work as Traffic Assistance, Reservation and Counter Staff, Airhostess and flight pursers, Sales and Marketing staff and customer services. A course in travel and tourism or a qualification on Hotel management helps to get in. The jobs in airlines though challenging are glamorous and afford the possibility of traveling to exciting destinations.
Tour Operators:
Tour operators organize conducted tours to the various tourist spots and manage the travel and stay of the tourists. There are many companies operating tours for the domestic as well as the international tourist. Some may be for the usual destinations like hill stations but others are for unusual activities like river rafting, hang gliding, rock climbing, and camping. Tour operators need people for selling the concept and then to accompany the groups to the destinations.
Travel Agencies:
Travel agents assess the needs of tourists and businessmen and help them make the best possible travel arrangements from the many travel options available. They deal with almost everything connected with travel including the shortest route to the destination, travel mode, the important documents that will be required (visa, passport, vaccination certificates etc.), suitable places to stay, current exchange rates, tourist attractions to visit, climate and they will plan the trip keeping in mind the clients' preferences, budgets and special needs.

First of all, you have to decide, what exactly do you to achieve or what would you like your job profile to be like? These two institutes together have a plethora of courses to offer and each course would take you towards a different career path. The Institute of Logistics and Aviation Management is more inclined towards aviation related courses, whereas, Heritage Institute of Hotel & Tourism mainly specializes in hotel management courses.
The Institue of Logistics and Aviation, founded over a decade ago, offers various courses based on different levels like Diploma courses, degree courses, etc. They have campuses located in major cities in India and offer different courses specializing in Logistics and other ground handling courses. They also have tie-ups many companies for campus placements.
The Heritage Institute of Hotel and Tourism is well known in the field of Hotel Management and mainly specializes in educating students who are more focused towards joining the hospitality industry. They do not offer any specialized aviation related tours and travels courses. So, for a better overall knowledge of T&T course, you could go for the Institue of Logistics and Aviation Management.

Hi,
You can choose jobs like:
1. Consultant or Entrepreneur
When you work for yourself, you are in complete control of when and where you travel or live. The flexibility will allow you to work remote and travel around if you choose. You are also in complete control of how much money you can make.
2. Join a company that has offices abroad:
Consider joining a company that has international offices. Most companies that have a global presence are often lenient to letting you work from other offices as long as you still complete your responsibilities. Just ask your supervisor or human resources if you aren't sure.
3. Digital Nomad
Similar to being a consultant or entrepreneur, being a digital nomad allows you to freely work wherever you want in the world. Become a graphic designer, website developer, or anything else that will allow you to take on clients virtually.
4. Travel (or fashion, lifestyle, etc.) Blogger:
Become a travel blogger or Vlogger (Video Blogger). Successful bloggers can enjoy perks such as free/paid trips, brand sponsorships, complimentary clothes/gifts, and more. Keep in mind though: It's a very small percentage of bloggers who get these perks and definitely not everyone.
All the best.

Hello,
Travel and tourism courses could be divided into different perspectives. One is regular education by obtaining Degree / Diploma or post graduation or MBA. Here, degrees are awarded by regular universities after following prescribed and authorised pattern of learning. In such scenarios, UGC guidelines are available for qualifications of prospective teachers. These need to have adhered strictly. On the other hand, there are courses outside this setup and such courses are endorsed by respective professional bodies. Such courses vary in duration from a couple of weeks and months to about a year. They invariably teach practical oriented patterns which are very useful to raw recruits. In such domain, practical experience in that particular domain and expertise is what is required to obtain the position of a faculty.
Majority of institutions and courses follow the second pattern and hence prospective faculties need to have experience in the domain for becoming a faculty.