2.8 KiB
2.8 KiB
name, description
| name | description |
|---|---|
| tour-organiser | Occupational skill for the role 'tour organiser' (also: tour organizer, tour leader, excursion leader, excursion escort, travel and tourism tour manager, tour escort). Use when the user asks for typical tour organiser work such as: Research various topics, including site history, environmental conditions, and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction, and commentary.; Conduct educational activities for school children.; Escort individuals or groups on cruises, sightseeing tours, or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, or art galleries. |
Tour Organiser
Tour organisers are in charge of managing and supervising the itinerary of a touristic voyage and provide practical information to tourists.
Core workflow
- Research various topics, including site history, environmental conditions, and clients' skills and abilities to plan appropriate expeditions, instruction, and commentary.
- Conduct educational activities for school children.
- Escort individuals or groups on cruises, sightseeing tours, or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, or art galleries.
- Describe tour points of interest to group members, and respond to questions.
- Monitor visitors' activities to ensure compliance with establishment or tour regulations and safety practices.
- Provide directions and other pertinent information to visitors.
- Select travel routes and sites to be visited based on knowledge of specific areas.
How to use this skill
- Read
references/profile.mdfor the occupation profile and scope. - Consult
references/tasks.mdfor the full task and activity inventory. - Check
references/skills.mdfor essential vs. optional competences. - Check
references/tools.mdfor the software commonly used in this role.
Key competences (essential)
- apply foreign languages in tourism
- assist clients with special needs
- build a network of suppliers in tourism
- build business relationships
- check travel documentation
- coordinate performance tours
- engage local communities in the management of natural protected areas
- geographical areas relevant to tourism
- handle personal identifiable information
- handle veterinary emergencies
- inform tourist groups on logistical times
- liaise with guest facilities providers
- local area tourism industry
- maintain customer service
- manage conservation of natural and cultural heritage
Hot technologies
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Adobe Photoshop
- Apple Safari
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Zoom
- Microsoft Word
Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/5b9a678a-7c35-4c50-a804-754b82652ee6), ONET 30.3 (39-7011.00). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*