Travel & Tourism

Travel and Tourism at Chiltern Hills Academy provides students with an exciting insight into one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing industries. Through the study of destinations, customer experiences, hospitality and tourism services, students develop an understanding of how the industry operates and the skills needed to succeed within it.

Students explore the needs of different travellers, investigate global destinations and develop the confidence to evaluate, plan and present travel experiences while gaining valuable employability skills for the future.

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• Make strong progress within an inclusive learning environment that supports all learners
• Develop a broad understanding of the travel, tourism, hospitality and events industries
• Explore local, national and international destinations and their appeal to different visitors
• Investigate the needs, expectations and experiences of a wide range of customer groups
• Understand how travel and tourism organisations operate and deliver services
• Analyse the importance of customer service and its impact on business success
• Develop research, planning and evaluation skills through real-world case studies and projects
• Build confidence in presenting ideas, making recommendations and justifying decisions
• Explore the social, economic and environmental impacts of travel and tourism
• Develop an understanding of diversity, accessibility and inclusion within the tourism sector
• Use specialist travel and tourism terminology accurately and confidently
• Strengthen communication, teamwork, problem-solving and independent learning skills
• Gain insight into global cultures, destinations and opportunities through the study of the tourism industry
• Explore career pathways and progression routes within travel, tourism, hospitality, events and related industries