Theoretical aspects of tour operator services in tourism industry

Contents
Introduction……………………………………………………………………3
Chapter 1. Theoretical aspects of tour operator services in tourism industry.

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   The essence and characteristics of tour operators.
   
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   The interaction of tour operators with other sector of tourism industry
   
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   Key trends and issues in travel services worldwide
   

Chapter II. The formation of tour operator activities

1. 
   The basic principles behind the construction and marketing of a package tour.
   
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   Evaluating alternative methods of tour distribution and recognize the importance of new forms of electronic reservations
   
3. 
   The sales systems for operators and their clients
   

Conclusion
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INTRODUCTION; The main goal or function of a tour operator is to organize the services being provided to the customer, such as transportation and accommodations. The tour operator is the brains behind the beauty of vacation and they leverage their expertise and resources

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  What are characteristics of tour operator?
  

The tour operator is the leader of any activity that has been planned, and they must be able to conduct themselves as such. An effective leader is organized and is able to effectively use technology in order to maximize the efficiency of the tours

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  . What are tour operator services?
  

“Tour agents” or “Tour operator” means any person engaged in the business of planning, scheduling, organizing, arranging tours (which may include arrangements for accommodation, sight-seeing or other similar services) by any mode of transport and includes any person engaged in the business of operating tours”
Tour Operators are involved in planning, development, promotion, administration and implementation of tourism products. They oversee all the day-to-day tasks and also supervise, motivate and train staff. They are employed by tour or transportation companies, resorts or attractions.

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  What is the importance of tour operator?
  

Tour operators are a key factor in the success of the tourism industry. Tourists count on tour operators to turn their dream vacations into realities. Booking a tour is an easy way for a traveler to experience a foreign land and make sure they hit the best spots.

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  What are the types of tour operator?
  

Types of Tour Operators. There are five main categories of tour operators that you could fall into: inbound tour operators, outbound tour operators, domestic tour operators, receptive tour operators, and ground tour operators.
What are the basis for the classification of tour operators?
Tour operators can be classified on the basis of nature of tour, business and their area of operation of package tours. This helps in understanding the difference of meaning and function of each category. Thus, the classification includes inbound, outbound, domestic and ground operator.

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  What are the components of a tour operator?
  

The components of such tours are air travel, air transfer, accommodation, travel documents, sightseeing, boat riding, entertainment, and other travel services
What are the service providers in the tour and travel industry?
These include sector organizations, tourism and hospitality human resources organizations, training providers, educational institutions, government branches and ministries, economic development and city planning offices, and consultants.