Passionate and enthusiastic travel consultant with a strong focus on leisure travel. Possessing a deep love for all things travel, I bring an extensive career in the travel and hospitality industry, working closely with clients to help them pursue their dream vacations. With a sharp and energetic approach, I excel at troubleshooting and resolving customer support issues promptly. Being bilingual and well-traveled, I have honed my active listening, relationship-building, customer service, and interpersonal skills. Sales-oriented personality and effective communication abilities make me a valuable asset to any successful team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Consultant
Excelsior Travels
01.2019 - Current
(Domestic & International Air Ticketing, Domestic& International Packages).
Visa, Passport Assistance.
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Maintained ongoing relationships with clients
Coordinated cruises, trains and flights based on cost and time of travel to enhance client experience and satisfaction.
Organized and maintained VIP traveler program with discounts and special deals.
Interviewed and qualified clients to determine international travel and lodging needs and recommended points of interest to maximize travel experiences.
Organized memorable and exquisite travel itineraries and vacations for high-level clients, celebrities, politicians, and business executives.
Responded to clients' questions, issues and complaints and implemented appropriate solutions.
Responded to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and found appropriate solutions when needed.
Communicated benefits and information regarding international travel insurance with clients and obtained best rates, increasing repeat business 100%
Worked closely with clients to understand unique needs and meet specific travel desires
Kept abreast of all airline rules, regulatory requirements and industry standards when scheduling travel arrangements
Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers
International Student Advisor
Atlas Consultant Pvt Ltd
02.2018 - 10.2018
Student Adviser
Planned and promoted career and employment-related programs and events such as career planning presentations, work experience programs and career workshops.
Counseled students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection, class scheduling and registration and career planning.
Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Managed over 50 customer calls per day
Collaborated with teachers and administrators in development, evaluation and revision of school programs and in preparation of master schedules for curriculum offerings
Counter staff
Excelsior Travels Pvt ltd
01.2016 - 01.2018
Domestic & International Air Ticketing
Visa, Passport Assistance.,
Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
Worked closely with clients to understand unique needs and meet specific travel desires.
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
Completed accurate reservations for business travelers at point of sale.
Handled sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Collected, handled and documented payments for travel services and associated feels.
Exceeded customer service satisfaction standards by understanding and anticipating clients' expectations.
Trained new staff and administrative support on customer service, recordkeeping and travel planning procedures.
Advised clients on visa, passport and security requirements relating to destinations and confirmed flight details for each reservation.
Maintained and updated corporate traveler profiles with current information.
Collaborated with colleagues to implement best practices across department and exceed team goals.
Responded to clients' questions, issues and complaints and implemented appropriate solutions.
Discussed security issues and protocols with individuals traveling to highly insecure countries or areas.
Took proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues that could have negative impact on business operations and revenue generation.
Maintained currency on airline policies, tariff regulations and travel laws to maximize effectiveness.
Responded to clients' questions, issues, and complaints and found appropriate solutions when needed.
Developed process improvements and long-term business strategies through analysis of customer feedback.
Endorsed products by making recommendations and promoting specials, increasing daily sales by 100%
Travel Counselor
American Express
10.2010 - 12.2015
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Maintained operational proficiency in coordinating both international and domestic travel accommodations for customers, arranging for airfare as well as hotel and rental car reservations.
Arranged travel accommodations for groups, couples, executives and special needs clients
Managed over 50 customer calls per day
Travel Consultant
Rishika tours and travels
03.2010 - 09.2010
( Domestic, International Air Ticketing & Domestic, International Packages).
Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers
Managed over 50 customer calls per day
Travel Consultant
Vidatha tours and travels
05.2009 - 12.2009
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
Managed over 50 customer calls per day
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers
Informed clients of travel policies and utilized preferred vendors to maximize company profits
Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, which helped build lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
Travel Consultant
Indica Tours and Travels
03.2008 - 04.2009
Domestic Air Ticketing
Booked transportation and coordinated schedules for conferences and meetings.
Provided exemplary customer service to new and existing clients, resulting in lasting relationships and secure new travel assignments.
Provided customers with best deals and well-researched travel options, successfully negotiating rates while improving customer satisfaction ratings.
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers
Communicated benefits and information regarding international travel insurance with clients and obtained best rates, increasing repeat business 100%
Organized trips for individual, family and business travelers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism
Bangalore University
Bengaluru, India
04.2023
Diploma - Air Ticketing
IITC Bangalore
Bengaluru
03.2008
Skills
Travel Itineraries
Relationship Building
Travel Booking Processes
International and Domestic Travel
Corporate Travel
Accurate Documentation
Team Management
Sales Negotiations
Language Proficiency
Executive Travel
Certification
IATA/IATAN ID Card – International Air Transport Association.