Tourism is one of the four pillars of the economy of Hong Kong. According to statistics, the majority of visitors come from the Mainland China and Taiwan, stimulating the development of the local tourism industry. There are more than 2,000 tourism agencies in Hong Kong, offering careers such as tour guides, tour escorts, travel consultants, etc.
Docent
Duties
- Provide guided tours and introduce attractions or exhibitions
- Interact with participants
- Answer questions from participants
Working hours
About 30-50 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoors and outdoors, such as museums, eco-tourism attractions, etc.
Work-related Personalities and Skills
- Communication skills
- Responsible
- Helpful
Promotion and Reference Salary
Docent
Approximately $24,000 or above
Note: The reference salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate or completed relevant training
- Speak fluent Cantonese, English, or other specific languages
Example of related training and courses
Training Program/Course
Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Tour Escort
Duties
Based on their experience and ability, tour escorts may choose to take short or long journeys. The experience and educational qualifications required are higher for long-distance journeys to countries like Europe and America than for short-distance journeys. The following are the main duties of a tour escort.
- Arrange and take care of the meals, transport and accommodation of tourists during their trips
- Assist tourists with immigration procedures
- Ensure the safety of tourists and provide other related services
Working hours
Irregular working hours, may work for longer hours in the peak tourist seasons
Working environment
Work indoors and outdoors, as well as in different areas
Work-related Personalities and Skills
- Communication skills
- Time management skills
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving skills
Promotion and Reference Salary
Tour Escort Trainee
Approximately $15,000 or above
Tour Escort
Approximately $24,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate or completed relevant training
- Must hold the tour escort licence issued by the Travel Industry Authority
- Must hold a valid certificate of competency in first aid, or another similar certificate, issued by an institution specified by the Travel Industry Authority
- Fluent in Cantonese and English, mastering Putonghua or other languages is preferred
Example of related training and courses
Training Program/Course
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Tourism and MICE
- College of International Education of Hong Kong Baptist University - Associate of Arts (Tourism and Hospitality Management)
Bachelor Degree
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Tour Guide
Duties
The tour guide mainly receives and leads inbound tourists on local sightseeing tours. They have to be familiar with local culture, history and scenic spots in order to introduce to the tourists. The following are the main duties:
- Guide the tourists on local tours, introduce historical sites, scenic spots and special places of interest, etc.
- Provide and arrange itineraries and translation services
- Ensure the safety of tourists and the provision of other related services
Working hours
Irregular working hours, may work for longer hours in the peak tourist seasons
Working environment
Work indoors and outdoors, as well as in different areas
Work-related Personalities and Skills
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Presentation skills
Promotion and Reference Salary
Tour Guide Trainee
Approximately $15,000 or above
Tour Guide
Approximately $24,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate or completed relevant training
- Must hold the tourist guide licence issued by the Travel Industry Authority
- Must hold a valid certificate of competency in first aid, or another similar certificate, issued by an institution specified by the Travel Industry Authority
- Fluent in Cantonese and English, mastering Putonghua or other languages is preferred
Example of related training and courses
Training Program/Course
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- Hong Kong Community College of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Associate in Business (Tourism Management)
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Tourism and MICE
Bachelor Degree
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Travel Consultant
Duties
The travel consultant works in various departments, such as ticketing, group tour packages, cruise lines, and independent travel, providing various travel products and services for clients. The main duties are as follows:
- Sales of travel products, including air tickets, travel packages, cruise holidays, etc.
- Provide guests with itinerary planning and related advisory services
- Provide visa information or handle visa application procedures on behalf of clients
Working hours
About 45 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoors, such as a travel agency
Work-related Personalities and Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to details
- Patient
- Organised
Promotion and Reference Salary
Travel Consultant Assistant
Approximately $13,000 or above
Travel Consultant
Approximately $20,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate or completed relevant training
- Fluent in Cantonese and English, mastering Putonghua or other languages preferred
- Good command of written Chinese and English
Example of related training and courses
Training Program / Course
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- Hong Kong Community College of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Associate in Business (Tourism Management)
- Caritas Bianchi College of Careers - Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Tourism and MICE
Bachelor Degree
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Travel Package Sales Officer
Duties
- Responsible for selling travel packages, providing customer service and answering enquiries
Working hours
About 50 hours per week, work in shifts
Working environment
Work indoors
Work-related Personalities and Skills
- Communication skills
- Patient
- Self-motivated
Promotion and Reference Salary
Travel Package Sales Officer
Approximately $19,000 or above
Note: The reference salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate or completed relevant training
- Familiar with basic and related software operations
Example of related training and courses
Training Program/Course
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- College of International Education - Hong Kong Baptist University - Associate of Arts (Tourism and Hospitality Management)
- Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Tourism and MICE
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.