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Description
Tour and travel guides escort individuals and groups on trips, on sightseeing tours of cities and on tours of historical sites and establishments such as famous buildings, manufacturing plants, cathedrals and theme parks. They also provide descriptions and background information on interesting features. They are employed by tour operators, resorts and other establishments or may be self-employed.
Job Titles
- Tour guide
Main Duties
- Transport or escort individuals or groups on tours of cities, waterways and industrial and other establishments
- Describe points of interest, answer questions and supply information
- Provide historical and cultural facts related to the site
- May collect admission fees and sell souvenirs.
Workplaces
- Resorts and similar establishments
- Self-employment
- Tour operators
Skills
- Coordinating
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Instructing
- Learning and Teaching Strategies
Abilities
- Auditory Attention
- Memorizing
- Speech Clarity
- Verbal Ability
- Body Flexibility
Personal Attributes
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Concern for Others
- Independence
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Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
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PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Canada | $14.00 | $17.20 | $25.00 |
Training
There are no known training programs for this occupation in PEI. If you are aware of a local training program, please contact us.
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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