Career Overview
Travel Consultants plan trips, book flights and hotels, arrange visas, and design itineraries for leisure and corporate travellers. They work at travel agencies, tour operators, and destination management companies (DMCs).
What Does This Career Do?
Design dream holidays and business trips as a Travel Consultant in Sri Lanka's fast-growing travel and tourism industry.
Daily Responsibilities
Skills Required
Technical Skills
- GDS systems (Amadeus/Sabre)
- Ticketing (IATA)
- Itinerary planning
- Destination knowledge
- MS Office & CRM
- Digital marketing
Soft Skills
- Communication
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Sales orientation
- Problem solving
- Multitasking
Education Pathway
- 1IATA Foundation / Consultant Diploma
- 2Diploma in Travel & Tourism
- 3Degree in Tourism Management
Recommended Courses
Diploma in Hospitality Management
Certificate in Culinary Arts
NVQ Level 3 / 4 in Hospitality
BSc in Hospitality & Tourism Management
City & Guilds Certificate
Salary Summary
| Experience | Monthly Salary (LKR) |
|---|---|
| Junior Travel Consultant | LKR 35,000–60,000 |
| Travel Consultant | LKR 60,000–95,000 |
| Senior Consultant | LKR 90,000–125,000 |
| Team Lead / Manager | LKR 120,000–160,000+ |
The salary information on this page is intended as a general guide for students and job seekers in Sri Lanka. Actual salaries may vary depending on qualifications, experience, employer, industry, location, job responsibilities, company size, performance, market demand, and additional benefits. The figures shown are estimated monthly salary ranges and are provided for informational purposes only. They should not be considered guaranteed earnings.
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