Utkal University

Hi Swami,
The main types of tourism in India are:
-Wildlife tourism:India has a rich forest cover which has some beautiful and exotic species of wildlife – some of which that are even endangered and very rare.
-Medical tourism:Tourists from all over the world have been thronging India to avail themselves of cost-effective but superior quality healthcare in terms of surgical procedures and general medical attention.
-Pilgrimage tourism:India is famous for its temples and that is the reason that among the different kinds of tourism in India.
-Eco tourism: Eco tourism entails the sustainable preservation of a naturally endowed area or region.
Cultural tourism:India is known for its rich cultural heritage and an element of m
-Adventure tourism: adventure tourism has recently grown in India. This involves exploration of remote areas and exotic locales and engaging in various activities.
The career options include:
-Tour Guide
-Tour manager
-Reservation agent
-Travel Agent
-Travel journalist
-Event manager etc
Please refer to the link for details:
https://www.shiksha.com/7-jobs-that-pay-you-to-travel-across-the-world-article-4224-1
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Hi Avita,
Travel and tourism industry is one of the largest industries in India and a very significant employment generators.
It's great that you want to start a travel business, Although not a mandate however it is always better as through a qualification you know the basics of this industry:
In order to run a travel/tourism/hotel company, its best that you know the basics, like:
- day-to-day operations
- the inter-relationship between the Travel, Tourism & Hospitality industry,
- Advertising and marketing
- Business communication (How to write & present a business report, a business plan, a marketing plan etc)
- Personal grooming (How to present yourself & dress appropriately)
- How to use IT To improve efficiency & effectiveness in Business
From the basics, you can move on :Diploma > Adv Dip. > PGDip / Bachelors Degree in Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management
Please refer to the link for institutes:
https://hospitality.shiksha.com/travel-and-tourism-courses-in-india-categorypage-6-86-1-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0
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Hi Avita,
The various profiles and their related role in the hospitality industry are a great platform to Develop many skills not just things like problem solving and people skills but also first aid, languages and an understanding of different cultures.Their are huge possibilities of continuing your career with the hotel as recruiter, trainer or even progress in the same profile However if you wish to switch fields,Various industries prefer the skills & experience that has been acquired during the tenure with airlines such as:- Hospitality
- Education
- Corporates(Modern languages)- Cruise Lines
- Tourism
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Hi Avita,
Travel and tourism industry is one of the largest industries in India and a very significant employment generators.
It's great that you want to start a travel business, Although not a mandate however it is always better as through a qualification you know the basics of this industry:
In order to run a travel/tourism/hotel company, its best that you know the basics, like:
- day-to-day operations
- the inter-relationship between the Travel, Tourism & Hospitality industry,
- Advertising and marketing
- Business communication (How to write & present a business report, a business plan, a marketing plan etc)
- Personal grooming (How to present yourself & dress appropriately)
- How to use IT To improve efficiency & effectiveness in Business
from the basics, you can move on to Diploma > Adv Dip. > PGDip / Bachelors Degree in Travel/Tourism/Hospitality Management
Please refer to the link for institutes:
https://hospitality.shiksha.com/travel-and-tourism-courses-in-india-categorypage-6-86-1-0-0-1-1-2-0-none-1-0
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Hi Avita,
IATA stands for International Air Transport Association which is responsible to serve the airline industry. All the Airline rules and regulations are defined by IATA.The main aim of IATA is to provide safe and secure transportation to its passengers.
IATA also accredits courses also and to know the various courses offered in India and accredited by IATA, you may refer to the following link:
http://tinyurl.com/ylqtrme
So yes, institutes providing tourism courses require to have an IATA accreditation.
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