A travel bug?Q I am trying to establish a career as an independent consultant in the travel/tourism business. I have I an undergraduate degree “First degree” redirects here. For the BBC television series, see First Degree. An undergraduate degree (sometimes called a first degree or simply a degree in marketing and foreign languages and a master's in tourism/ travel management and marketing. I am also considering travel writing. How does one get started in this field? Is the idea of getting paid to travel real? Are there any local associations, conferences, or workshops I can attend to network and learn more? --K. Moreno New York New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of A Careers in travel are among the most exciting for those who enjoy experiencing different customs and cultures and. of course, love to travel. You have a great educational background, which could provide several career options. Because of emerging markets, there are a growing number of career opportunities in travel--particularly in marketing, Aside from general-market growth in areas such as family reunions Often an annual event, a family reunion takes place on a specified day each year for the purpose of keeping an extended family closer together. Some reunions may be held less often. , weekend travel, and gambling trips, the volume of African American African American Multiculture A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa. See Race. travel is increasing and a number of cities have developed African American specialty tours. The Travel Industry Association of America (www.tia.org) publishes a number of reports outlining market trends. The Society of American Travel Writers (www.satw.org) and North American Travel Journalists Association The North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) is the second largest professional association of writers, photographers, editors, and media relations professionals. (www.natja.org) are the preeminent pre·em·i·nent or pre-em·i·nent adj. Superior to or notable above all others; outstanding. See Synonyms at dominant, noted. [Middle English, from Latin prae travel writing organizations, both of which require proof of published travel articles for membership acceptance, For writers with no experience, volunteering for a community or local paper is a good way to develop your skills and gain exposure as well as a portfolio. If they don't have a travel section, offer to start one with articles that focus on regional attractions. Mail your career development questions to Since You Asked, BLACK ENTERPRISE, 130 Fifth Ave., New York, NY 10011 or send an e-mail to alleynes@blackenterprise.com. |
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