Handbook of Research on International Travel Agency and Tour Operation Management
Handbook of Research on International Travel Agency and Tour Operation Management

Author: Chand Dhiman, Mohinder

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2019-05-31

Total Pages: 414

ISBN-13: 1522584358

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Changes within the travel industry, such as globalization, consumerism, and advancements in technology, have transformed travel agencies into highly competitive businesses. To remain successful, new business approaches and models must be created in the global tourism and hospitality industry. Travel companies continue to expand their businesses in different countries and seek to collaborate with international entrepreneurs, developing the need for cross-cultural strategies and policies. As travel agencies flourish, identifying these business practices is necessary for these organizations to obtain a competitive management model at the global level. The Handbook of Research on International Travel Agency and Tour Operation Management gathers the latest methodologies, tools, models, and theories regarding tourism development and sustainability into one comprehensive reference source in order to promote, manage, and maximize the profitability potential of travel agencies and tour operation services. Featuring research on topics such as e-marketing, medical tourism, and online travel, this book provides travel agents, managers, industry professionals, researchers, academics, and students with the necessary resources to effectively develop and implement organizational strategies and models.

Encyclopedia of Tourism
Encyclopedia of Tourism

Author: Jafar Jafari

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2002-09-11

Total Pages: 717

ISBN-13: 1134735324

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In fewer than three hundred years tourism has become a global service industry of great economic, cultural and political importance. Published to critical acclaim, the Encyclopedia of Tourism - now available as a Routledge World Reference title - is the definitive one-volume reference source to this challenging multisectoral industry and multi disciplinary field of study. Comprising over one thousand entries, this volume has been written by an international team of contributors to provide a comprehensive guide to both the manifest and hidden dimensions of tourism. It explores the wide range of definitions, concepts, perspectives and institutions and includes: comprehensive coverage of key issues and concepts definitions of all terms and acronyms entries on the significant institutions, associations and journals in the field country-specific tourism profiles, from Greece to Japan and Kenya to Peru thorough analysis of the trends and patterns of tourism development and growth. The extensive cross-referencing and comprehensive index will assist the reader in making links between the diverse aspects of tourism studies, and the suggestions for further reading are invaluable.

The Bussiness of Travel Agency and Tour Operations Management
The Bussiness of Travel Agency and Tour Operations Management

Author: A.K Bhatia

Publisher: Sterling Publishers Pvt. Ltd

Published: 2012-06

Total Pages: 396

ISBN-13: 8120790812

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"Travel agent has become an integral part of the world’s fastest growing travel and tourism industry. A large percentage of all international and domestic travel is arranged by travel agents. The scope and functions of a modern travel agency have increased manifold over the years. The present book The Business of Travel Agency and Tour Operations Management explains the various concepts of travel agency operations in a systematic manner and makes it easier for not only students of tourism management but also working professionals to comphend the subject. Since customer relation is key to the success of travel agency business, the book explains the need for understanding and retaining the customers as it is easier to retain loyal customers than to make new ones. This book contains some additional features including key terms, comprehensive outline of as many concepts as possible, references and bibliography. Throughout, the approach has been to explain the concepts in a simple and comprehensive manner. The main objective of the book is to provide valuable source material on the complex subject of travel agency business to graduate as well as post-graduate and management students of travel and tourism, travel agencies, airlines and others engaged in the business of tourism.

Selling Group Travel for Travel Agents
Selling Group Travel for Travel Agents

Author: Joanie Ogg

Publisher:

Published: 2020-06

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13:

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Group Travel is Big and This Book will Help You Get Started and Find Success as a Travel Agent! Selling Groups is a fantastic way to generate a substantial income for Travel Professionals. "Selling Group Travel for Travel Agents" shares the important details on how to successfully sell group travel and details all aspects on the topic. from concepts, packaging, costing, marketing and operating profitable groups. Grow your Travel Agency with Group Travel by applying the topics discussed in this newly updated book! You will discover: Developing a Group Travel Concept Kinds of Group Travel Developing Your Group Travel Business Plan Group Travel Packaging Group Travel Costing Pied Pipers and Group Leaders Pied Piper and Group Leader Agreements Your Product Presentation Group Leader Marketing Strategies Selling Affinity Group Travel Escorting Affinity Groups About the Authors: The Ogg Family has a cumulative tenure in the travel industry of over 100-years. Their experience and understanding of the Home-Based Travel Agency opportunity, combined with their enthusiastic entrepreneurial spirit, make this title a must read for those looking to either start a home-based travel business or to further their success as a Travel Professional. To Access More Tools to help you get started as a Home Based Travel Agent, visit www.HomeBasedTravelAgent.com.

Tourism, Transport and Travel Management
Tourism, Transport and Travel Management

Author: M.R. Dileep

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2019-03-04

Total Pages: 520

ISBN-13: 1351365657

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The terms travel and tourism are often used interchangeably in tourism literature. This comprehensive textbook provides students with essential knowledge of the intricate relationship existing between travel, transport and tourism. The book analyses the structure, functions, activities, strategies and practices of each of the sectors in the travel industry, such as airlines, airports, tour operators, travel agencies and cruises. It is structured into six parts, covering all modes of transport (air, land and water), travel intermediation, the tour operation business and impacts and prospects for the future. International case studies are integrated throughout to showcase practical realities and challenges in the travel industry and to aid students’ learning and understanding. Written in an accessible and engaging style, this is an invaluable resource for students of tourism, hospitality, transport and travel management courses.

Travel Agency Management: An Introductory Text
Travel Agency Management: An Introductory Text

Author: Mohinder Chand

Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9788126123674

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Travel Agency Management Is The First Book Of Its Kind Which Touches Upon At Length All Typical Travel Agency And Tour Operator Management Issues, Challenges, And Gray Areas Such As, Concept Of Agency And Tour Operation, Changing Dimensions Of Tour Operators, Itinerary Planning, Tour Package Management, Tour Costing And Pricing, Travel Agency Marketing, Travel Agency Hrd, Cruise Industry, Hotel Industry, Financing Tourism Ventures And Projects, Airline Ticketing, Case Studies, Etc. This New Edition Has Been Thoroughly Revised To Take Account Of The Changes In This Voltaic Tourism Industry. Moreover, This Second Revised Edition Gives More Comprehensive Conceptual And Practical And Practical Understanding Of The Subject To The Students And Other Professionals." It Incorporates Academic And Industrial Topics To Meet Present As Well As Future Requirements." Cases, Examples, Thumbs, Tabs And Illustrations Are Given For Easy Understanding And Referencing." It Includes New Chapter On Cruise Industry, Which Is An Emerging Segment Of Tour Operation Business." Each Chapter Is Thoroughly Updated To Provide Latest Information About The Area." It Focuses On Students As Supervisor, Tour Planner, Tour Manager, Trainer And Tour Executive And Prepare Them For New Assignments, Duties, And Responsibilities." Each Chapter Starts With Learning Objectives And Ends With References Which Encourage Students And Readers For Further Research.

How to Start a Home Based Travel Agency
How to Start a Home Based Travel Agency

Author: Joanie Ogg

Publisher:

Published: 2020-02-03

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13:

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Empowering Individuals to Start and Succeed as a Home Based Travel Agent for over 25 years! "How to Start a Home Based Travel Agency" was the very first book written about this exploding business opportunity that has evolved in the travel industry over the past decades. First written in 1994, the book was considered on the fringe of the industry. Today, the book is distributed by the most professional and astute travel organizations in existence and is considered a must read for anyone looking to start a successful Travel Business. It is written with only one purpose; to help you start your Home-Based Travel Business with a minimum of outlay and maximum return for your investment of time and money. Nothing is left to the imagination as every detail of the start-up process is disclosed in great detail. Chapter Outline: Chapter 1: The Travel Industry, Opportunity of the 21st Century Chapter 2: A Brief History of Travel Retailing Chapter 3: Transition from Storefront to Home Based Travel Agencies Chapter 4: Evolution of the True Independent Contractor Chapter 5: Developing a Business Concept Chapter 6: Developing a Business Plan Chapter 7: Starting a Home-Based Travel Business Chapter 8: Setting up your Books Chapter 9: Your Home Office for the 21st Century Chapter 10: Your Home Office - Computer, Network and More Chapter 11: Selecting your Host Agency Chapter 12: Establishing your Agency Relationship with Suppliers Chapter 13: Travel Reservations and Reference Resources Chapter 14: Setting up your Supplier Files Chapter 15: Developing your Marketing Plan Chapter 16: Creating a Print and Digital Marketing Strategy Chapter 17: Using Direct Mail Chapter 18: Travel Advertising Chapter 19: Travel Promotion Chapter 20: Cold Calls, Canvasing and Telemarketing Chapter 21: Travel Marketing Techniques for the 21st Century Chapter 22: The Internet and the Travel industry Chapter 23: Organizing your Marketing Files Chapter 24: Developing your Knowledge and Skills Chapter 25: Legal Issues and Protecting your Business Chapter 26: Home Based Travel Agent Benefits Chapter 27: Tax Benefits for Home Based Travel Agents Chapter 28: Getting Connected to the Travel Industry Chapter 29: Travel Professional Community Chapter 30: Where do I go From Here? "There is so much to learn as an entrepreneur in the travel industry. It's not just about booking travel. It's also about launching your own business and setting it up for success. That is why "How to Start a Home Based Travel Agency" is such a critical resource for those new to the industry, or making a move to an independent contractor status. It is filled with practical tips and real-world advice that can be applied immediately. We value this textbook so highly that we include it in our entry level program curriculum, the TRIPKit." - Guida Botelho, CTIE - Director of Education for The Travel Institute About the Authors: The Ogg Family has a cumulative tenure in the travel industry of over 100-years. Their experience and understanding of the Home-Based Travel Agency opportunity, combined with their enthusiastic entrepreneurial spirit, make this title a must read for those looking to either start a home-based travel business or to further their success as a Travel Professional. To Access More Tools to help you get started as a Home Based Travel Agent, visit www.HomeBasedTravelAgent.com.

Travel Agency and Tour Operations (B. Voc Tourism and Hospitality Management)
Travel Agency and Tour Operations (B. Voc Tourism and Hospitality Management)

Author: Dr. Seram Sureshkumar Singh

Publisher: Academic Guru Publishing House

Published: 2024-02-27

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 8197070792

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The textbook is an all-encompassing resource that has been developed specifically to meet the requirements of students who are studying hotel management and tourism courses. By using a multitude of examples, images, flowcharts, and graphics to demonstrate essential concepts, it investigates the fundamental ideas that are involved in front tourist operations and management. The book begins with an introduction to the travel and tourism sector, and then on to explore the many forms of tourism; tourism infrastructure, including accommodations, food and beverage, and telecommunications; tourist transportation, including air, road, rail, and water transportation; and Indian and international organizations. It is explained in this book how to establish travel agencies and tour operations, as well as the function that these businesses play in the tourist sector. The fundamentals of the travel agency and tour operations sector are examined in this book. Some of the topics that are covered include the history of travel, the impact that technology has had on the industry, the fundamentals of tour packaging and pricing, marketing strategies for travel businesses, as well as the significance of sustainability in the travel and tourism industry. Students who are studying hotel management, hospitality, or tourism studies will find this book to be helpful since it provides an explanation of the fundamental ideas of tourist operations and management via the use of examples that are relevant to the tourism sector. Since it takes a practice-oriented approach, the book would also be helpful to practitioners such as tour operators and travel agents.

Overbooked
Overbooked

Author: Elizabeth Becker

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2016-02-23

Total Pages: 464

ISBN-13: 1439161003

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"Travel is no longer a past-time but a colossal industry, arguably one of the biggest in the world and second only to oil in importance for many poor countries. One out of 12 people in the world are employed by the tourism industry which contributes $6.5 trillion to the world's economy. To investigate the size and effect of this new industry, Elizabeth Becker traveled the globe. She speaks to the Minister of Tourism of Zambia who thinks licensing foreigners to kill wild animals is a good way to make money and then to a Zambian travel guide who takes her to see the rare endangered sable antelope. She travels to Venice where community groups are fighting to stop the tourism industry from pushing them out of their homes, to France where officials have made tourism their number one industry to save their cultural heritage; and on cruises speaking to waiters who earn $60 a month--then on to Miami to interview their CEO. Becker's sharp depiction reveals travel as a product; nations as stewards. Seeing the tourism industry from the inside out, the world offers a dizzying range of travel options but very few quiet getaways"--