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Tourism and Leisure- Job Summaries

Tourism and Leisure- Job Summaries

Tourism and Leisure

Vacation-related jobs are as varied as types of vacations themselves. Many vacation jobs are associated with travel, lodging, food, entertainment, or leisure. (Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2010-11).

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Concierge

Assist patrons at hotel, apartment, or office building with personal services.

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Ecotourism Guide

Plan, organize, and conduct long distance or sightseeing tours, travel or expeditions. May escort individuals or groups through places of interest such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.

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Expedition Leader

Plan, organize, and conduct long distance or sightseeing tours, travel or expeditions. May escort individuals or groups through places of interest such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.

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Fishing Guides

Fishing and hunting workers catch and trap various types of animal life.

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Gambling Areas

Industries in the Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation Industries subsector (1) operate facilities where patrons can primarily engage in sports, recreation, amusement, or gambling activities and/or (2) provide other amusement and recreation services, such as supplying and servicing amusement devices in places of business operated by others; operating sports teams, clubs, or leagues engaged in playing games for recreational purposes; and guiding tours without using transportation equipment.

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Lodging Managers

Lodging managers ensure that traveling guests have a pleasant experience at their establishment with accommodations. They also ensure that the business is run efficiently and profitably.

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River Cruise Manager (Planner)

Plan, organize, and conduct long distance or sightseeing tours, travel or expeditions. May escort individuals or groups through places of interest such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.

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Ski Instructor

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.

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Travel Agent

Travel agents sell transportation, lodging, and entertainment activities to individuals and groups planning trips.

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