Overview
Tour guides plan and implement scheduled activities for guests at an establishment or on a tour.
Duties
- Welcomes tourists to the area
- Stays up-to-date with current events related to assigned area
- Maintains knowledge of assigned locations
- Briefs tourists on local dos and don’ts
- Creates and modifies the tour’s itinerary
- Schedules activities and site visits
- Makes reservations when necessary
- Prepares required materials and props to make storytelling more engaging
- Shares stories and facts about the location
Qualifications:
- Strong communication skills
- Passion for the tourism industry
- In-depth knowledge of the tour destination
- Organized approach
- Enthusiasm and energy
- Empathy for travelers
- Problem-solving abilities
- Flexibility and adaptability