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6 Signs That You’ve Experienced Astral Projection

by Conscious Reminder

OBE or out-of-body experience is actually the second name for astral projection. Just like the name itself implies, this kind of projection is actually a phenomenon in which the astral form actually departs from the physical one.

It is a short-term detachment of the spiritual and the physical form; just like a lot of people share the experiences they had of near-death, which is the one in which the body leaves us for several seconds.

Which are the most common signs of the astral projection?

Such signs are authentic, and they can vary from one person to another. A lot of people do not know about astral projection as they simply forget what is happening at the time of the entire phenomenon.

Actually, there are several forms of it, and they are separated and distinguished by the period in which such phenomenon occurred. The astral form usually leaves the physical one when the person is not conscious.

For example, when a person sleeps, and he or she suddenly feels the jolt, there is actually an opportunity that the body of that person reconnects with his or her astral body.

When a person is about to an astral projection, these are the signs he or she should look for:

1. Certain vibrations

At the time when a person is near to an astral project, his or her body will start vibrating at its best. The sense of vibration is not so powerful at the start, but, while the time goes on, it will increase.

2. The heart rate is increased

The heart rate of a person will increase, and that can even be seen with the use of medical tools and instruments.

Usually, when a person is in a higher physical active condition, the heart rate will rush, but in such kind of elevation, when the person increases more, it will better feel the increasing of the heart rate.

This is one of the signs of the astral projection. A lot of people reported hearing various sounds between or even before the time of the astral project.

Some sounds such as birds singing, the ringing of bells and so on are some of the most commonly heard sounds. When that sound is louder or more intense, it means that the person is close to reaching the purpose. So, that person should listen to the sound and then wait in order to see what will come next.

4. Paralysis in sleep

This is actually the most common and evident sign of this phenomenon. The body of a person starts feeling numb, and he is not able to move his arms or his legs at his will, although he wants too.

However, this should not cause any worries, as it is just a temporary condition. When the astral form is prepared to leave the physical one, the person will become paralyzed for a short time.

5. Visual hallucination

At the time of this phenomenon, a person can actually see what he or she cannot see with his physical eyes. These signs, the visual hallucinations, are just another one indicating this phenomenon.

All those images which the person can see can appear more vivid and prominent; however, because they are simply a hallucination, a person should not worry.

6. Variations in weight

So, when the astral form is prepared to detach from the physical one, there are two different things which can occur.

The first thing is that a person will either feel heavier, because the astral form just wants to leave, and as it tries to do that, the gravity pulls it with more force.

The second thing which could happen is that the person will feel light, as he or she will release itself from the pull of the gravitation.

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How to Perform Astral Projection

Last Updated: March 20, 2024 Fact Checked

This article was co-authored by Tracey McKee . Tracey McKee is an Astrologer & Intuitive Healer and the Founder of Mindful Soul Wellness, based in Waleska, Georgia. Tracey offers astrology readings, energy healing sessions, past life regression therapy sessions, and soul coaching sessions to empower people to live a more mindful, balanced, and engaged life. She has certifications as a Reiki Master, Soul Coach, Vibrational Sound Therapist, Past Life Regression Therapist, and Hypnotist. Tracey has a B.A. in Religious Studies and an M.A. in Elementary Education. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 4,848,918 times.

Astral projection refers to an out-of-body experience (OBE) during which the astral body leaves the physical body and travels to the astral plane. People often experience this state during illness or when involved in a near-death experience, but it is also possible to practice astral projection at will. This article contains instructions on how to get started.

• It's easier to perform astral projection alone than it is with someone else in the room. If you usually sleep with a partner, choose a room other than the bedroom to practice astral projection. A good time to do it is when no one else is in and make sure no one is going to walk into the room when you're in astral flight.
• Draw the shades or curtains and rid the room of distracting noises. Any type of interruption could disrupt the state of relaxation you need to achieve.

• Flex your muscles and then loosen them. Start with your toes and work your way up your body, gradually making your way to your head. Make sure every muscle is completely relaxed when you are through.
• Breathe deeply and exhale completely. Don't hold tension in your chest and shoulders, just relax.
• Focus your mind on your breathing. Don't get carried away with thoughts of outside worries, and don't get preoccupied yet with the idea of your soul projecting from your body. Just let yourself sink into relaxation.
• It can be helpful to use a quartz crystal to raise and speed up your vibrations as preparation. Gently hold the crystal on your third eye slightly above the center of your eyebrows with closed eyes and breathe deeply. Feel the vibrations and your head clearing; you can envision golden, white, purple, or any colour light if you like. During the meditation and astral travelling, you can hold the crystal in your hand or place it on your chest or abdomen. The crystal will empower and protect you because of its high vibrations; negative energies have lower vibrations. [3] X Research source

Moving the Soul From the Body

• Broaden your focus on the rest of your body. Move your legs, your arms, and your head using only your mind. Keep your focus steady until you're able to move your whole body in your mind alone. [6] X Research source

• Your OBE is successful if you feel as though you are gazing upon your body from across the room, and that your conscious self is now separate from your body.
• It takes a lot of practice to get to this point for some people, though for others it comes as naturally as breathing. Either way, it is possible for everyone if it is desired and practiced enough! If you have trouble completely lifting your soul from your body, try lifting just a hand or a leg at first. Keep practicing until you're able to move across the room. [8] X Research source

Exploring the Astral Plane

• Next time you practice the astral projection, don't turn around to look at your body. Instead, leave the room and walk into another room in the house.

• Return to your body. Physically go into the room you previously projected yourself into. Walk to the article you examined during the astral travel. Can you confirm the details you noted when you explored the object with your mind?

• There is so much to get into, but know that no harm will come to you unless you think it will. The thrill of having an OBE keeps some people out of their bodies for long periods, which is said to weaken the silver cord but the silver cord cannot be weakened. It is pure energy and energy can't be eliminated or removed, only moved from one place to another, or one form or another so don't worry about astral travelling; it is natural, powerful, and healing.
• The silver cord can never be broken, but it is said that your soul can be delayed from re-entering your body if you spend too much energy outside of it. Yet your soul and body are so intrinsically entwined that the soul will naturally come back when it's right to.
• Some say that demons can inhabit the body while the soul is being projected. If you fear this may happen, protect your body by blessing the room with a prayer before you perform the projection. It is only hearsay anyway and seeing as you'll have already asked for light protection nothing bad will occur.
• Your soul can also interact with other astral projections. Try it with a friend who has practiced as much as you have. Some say astral sex is mind-blowing. However, remember to always return to your body.
• It is possible to heal others during astral travel; this is a form of distance healing that is very powerful. Envision the sick person, perhaps lying in their bed. It doesn't matter if they're not physically in their bed while you're doing it because time and distance become void when you're in the astral plane. Always ask for protection, healing power, and guidance from whomever you pray to and envision light; you can ask during astral projection as and when you wish. See light in your hands as white and strong as you can, and if you feel ready put one hand on their forehead and another on their abdomen and pour the light into them. Your intentions must be pure and you should be feeling nothing but love for them. Sometimes people will report back to you that something amazing has happened to them, even though you didn't tell them you were the source of it! Enjoy your astral journeys!

Expert Q&A

• Interactions while in the Astral Plane are unlimited. Thanks Helpful 25 Not Helpful 6
• Visualize a white or yellowish light surrounding you while you Astral Project to protect yourself from bad entities who may suck your energy if you let them. Also, you can try to raise your vibrations. Thanks Helpful 34 Not Helpful 16
• Astral Projection can turn into whatever you want it to be. It can also make your growth in anything spiritual raise quickly which is why you should not give up. It's pretty easy for what it can help you do in the future. Thanks Helpful 19 Not Helpful 8

• Beliefs play the largest part in Astral Projection. If you believe that you are going to be possessed, you may feel like you are possessed. If you feel in any sort of physical danger do not attempt to astral project. If you feel like your "silver cord" is "weak" and that you can't return, you will feel stuck. Feelings and thoughts are instantly manifested in the Astral Plane, anything you think/fear can seem to happen. Keep your thoughts positive. Don't try Astral Project after watching a scary movie. Thanks Helpful 32 Not Helpful 16
• Astral projections are banned in some religions, like Catholicism, so find what your church teaches before you try. Thanks Helpful 34 Not Helpful 21

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To perform astral projection, start by lying down in a dark, quiet place where you won't be disturbed. Once you're comfortable, close your eyes and focus on your breathing. Lie like this until you're just about to fall asleep but you're still awake. When you start to feel vibrations in your body, imagine yourself standing up and stepping out of your body. If you're able to look around and see yourself lying down, you've astral projected! To learn how to explore the astral plane after you astral project, read the article! Did this summary help you? Yes No

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What is Astral Projection?

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Call it what you like — dream body, astral body, energy body, Buddhist light body, Taoist diamond body, Egyptian ka, Tantric subtle body, Hindu body of bliss — and in Christianity, the experience of different “heavens,” i.e. “I know a man who was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in our out of body, I do not know,” from Corinthians 12:1-4. The subtle body is a universal human experience, and apparently part of our standard human design like toenails and kidneys. It is this subtle body that projects astrally and is active during unconscious and lucid dreaming; astral projection and dreaming often go hand-in-hand as “out-of-body” experiences, or OBEs.

The subtle body, when cultivated, can survive the physical body as a matrix for consciousness, and astral projection and lucid dreaming are part of spiritual training paths for subtle body cultivation. Neophytes confuse the subtle body with the soul or spirit, two additional aspects of multi-dimensional humans.

Out of Body Experiences and Astral Projection

The OBE can be intentional or involuntary, as with near-death events when people report finding themselves floating near the ceiling of their hospital rooms, perhaps observing medical staff attempting to revive them. Trauma, illness, or water and food deprivation, as with Native American vision quests, can trigger OBEs.  Lucid dream states are opportunities for intentional OBEs. For the purposes of this article, OBEs may be spontaneous, and astral projection a conscious choice, though some would argue otherwise.

Essentially, the OBE begins with an experience of leaving the body and consciously observing it from a detached perspective. With practice and lucidity, awareness can be directed to locations or activities like flight. Yes, flight. If you’ve had flying dreams — literal flying, no 747 required — or being in the sky, you’ve had OBEs. Some say that we have regular OBEs during sleep, often hovering a few inches over our physical bodies.

Neuroscientists are puzzled — while the experience is no longer dismissed out of hand by medical professionals, science holds the view that OBEs involve neurological or brain dysfunction. After his own experience, Dr. Raymond Moody MD became interested in near death OBEs, and for decades interviewed hundreds of experiencers and collected data, defining common qualities of OBEs. Moody identified nine common elements of a near-death OBE — some experiencing all, some, only two or three.

Benefits of OBE

The tantrics mastered lucid OBE and dream states to overcome the fear of death by learning that we are not our “bodies.” They also discovered that the physical body can experience deep healing during OBEs — the mind can be tough on the body. And rather than losing time to practice meditation during sleep, yogis continued working through the night while the body rested.

Some athletes learn lucid dreaming to practice and visualize their game. By working in a dream or out-of-body, not only do they visualize, they have a “felt sense” of their practice, and can actually acquire the muscle memory for winning habits. Others benefit from the opportunity to explore past lives as well as accelerated personal development.

It is our energy, or subtle body that comes and goes from our physical form.

Astral Projection Methods

There are dozens of methods to learn conscious OBE and astral projection. There are two approaches — one is to keep the mind awake while the body falls asleep. It’s tricky — the mind wants to do what the body is doing. The goal is to take the body into deeper and deeper states of relaxation without drifting into unconsciousness. Yoga Nidra is one method. Once the body enters sleep state, practitioners simply “roll” out of their physical form.

Ancient yogis would tie two frogs together before sleep. Once tied, the frogs would continuously croak— a yogi would use the sound to anchor awareness as the body drifted into sleep, and either leave the body, or enter lucid dream states. If, during a dream, the yogi could no longer hear the frogs, he/she knew lucidity had been lost, and could “wake” again within the dream.

How to Astral Project/Travel

Monroe institute steps.

Bob Monroe, founder of the leading research organization in the field of human consciousness called The Monroe Institute, penned a body of work titled “Journeys Out of the Body” in 1971 in which he provides a detailed outline for how to astrally project one’s self in seven steps :

• Step 1: Relax, both physically and mentally.
• Step 2: Enter a hypnagogic state, or half-sleep.
• Step 3: Deepen the state by prioritizing mental sensation over physical sensation.
• Step 4: Pay attention to the presence of vibration in your environment, which becomes apparent in a state of deep attention.
• Step 5: Incur the vibration in your physical body, and relax into its presence. The purpose of this is to gently jiggle the subtle body out of the physical body.
• Step 6: Focus your thoughts on leaving the limbs and the torso, and try to do so one at a time.
• Step 7: Known as “lifting out,” focus on effortlessly drifting out of your physical body .

The Astral Projection Rope Technique

From the work of Robert Bruce, founder of the   Astral Dynamics movement , the rope technique is regarded one of the most accessible astral projection methods.

Step 1: Relax the physical body by visualizing each muscle. Step 2: From your space of relaxation, enter a vibrational states; this should feel like an amplified version of a cell phone’s vibration mode pulsations coursing through the body. Step 3: Imagine a rope hanging above you. Step 4: Using the astral, or subtle, body, attempt to hold on to the rope with both hands. The physical body remains completely relaxed. Step 5: Begin to climb the rope, hand over hand, all the while visualizing reaching the ceiling above you. Step 6: Once you are aware of your full exit of the physical body, you are able to explore the astral plane.

Lucid Dreaming Techniques

Again, there are numerous lucid dreaming techniques. Some are designed to train the sleeper to wake within the dream, others offer methods of staying lucid while letting the body fall asleep.

A Nootropic Approach

Yes, it’s sounds weird. Nicotine has specific actions on brain chemistry — but no, it’s not about smoking. Considered a cognitive enhancer, nicotine is gaining fans among biochemical brain hackers.

Many, using nicotine patches to quit smoking, have inadvertently discovered what happens when they forget to remove a patch before sleep. Nicotine can induce hyper-realistic, but bizarre dreams that are so outrageous that many simply say to themselves, “Omg. This MUST be a dream. It’s too nuts to be anything else.” And voila — lucidity is attained. This is not an endorsement of the method, as many report nightmares when using nicotine.

Lucid Dreaming With Habit and Repetition

We attain lucidity the instant we recognize we’re in a dream state. Some people train by asking themselves, several times a day for days or weeks, “is this a dream?” The question eventually gets stuck in the place songs and jingles get stuck and are hard to unstick — things like “Afternoon Delight” by the Starlight Vocal Band. You know what we’re talking about.

The premise is that the question begins to habitually repeat by itself, and that eventually the mind will ask during a dream. When the dreamer answers, “why yes, this IS a dream!” they achieve lucidity.

The best opportunities for becoming lucid within a dream are during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep. This stage happens in the first two hours after we fall asleep and before we wake up. By waking and going back to sleep during the night we increase REM sleep time. Some use the sleep/wake method by setting interval alarms during the night, getting up for a few minutes, and going back to sleep with an intention of keeping the mind awake. If awakened during a dream, immediately go back to sleep — if possible, re-enter the dream with lucidity.

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Philip K. Dick's Communication with Valis and the Evolution of Humanity

Valis, Philip K. Dick, and the Evolution of Humanity

When Philip K. Dick went to the dentist in February 1974, the acclaimed science fiction author did not know that his view of reality was about to change. He was in a lot of pain with what turned out to be an impacted wisdom tooth, and was sedated with sodium pentothal while the dentist removed the tooth. The pain afterwards was fairly severe, so the dentist ordered a painkiller, Darvon, for delivery to his patient’s home later that day.

When the courier arrived, Dick answered the door and was suddenly taken aback by a pendant she was wearing. It was a fish ornament, which she explained Christians adopted as a symbol of their religion. He saw a “red and gold plasmic entity” coming from the pendant and, as he reported it, immediately experienced “crystal clear” vision and “sudden exposure to a vast amount of knowledge.”

This was not his first experience with visions and hearing voices. The voice he heard was the same voice he had heard years before while in college. He also began channeling an alien presence he called “Vast Active Living Intelligence System,” or “Valis” for short. The intense visions lasted for two months, leading him to refer to this period of his life as “2-3-74,” for February and March 1974. During the next eight years, he wrote thousands of pages about his visions and voices. His novels were more autobiographical than they were science fiction.

Dick died suddenly in 1982, shortly before the release of the movie “Blade Runner” based on Dick’s book, “Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?” Many of his other books are now movies, as well. He is now known as the “ most influential writer of science fiction in the past half century .”

But, was it all science fiction? He received multiple communications from Valis, had dreams and visions about the future, and spent the rest of his life trying to understand why he gained such supreme knowledge. He claimed to have “total recall of the future.”

Philip K. Dick: The Pre-Valis Years

Philip Kindred Dick was born in December 1928 during the cold Chicago winter. He had a twin sister, Jane, who lived for only about eight weeks. She died mysteriously, some saying she had an allergy to her mother’s breast milk. Whatever happened, Dick went through his life always missing his sister and blaming his mother for her death. His father left the family when he was only 5 years old. Shortly after that, he and his mother moved to Berkeley, California, where he lived most of his life.

First published when he was just a teenager, his first short story marked the beginning of a prolific writing career. Although he successfully published a number of his stories, he was not such a success financially. He was always running out of money and seemed to live from advance to advance.

Dick’s life was not emotionally easy and he seemed troubled throughout his entire life: married five times with three children, thought to use drugs and experiment with LSD, and frequent visions of his own death. Despite drug use allegations, he was able to continue writing. By the time of his death, he had published more than 120 short stories and 44 novels.

As early as 1954, Dick wrote about precognition in his novel, “The World Jones Made.” Based on his own experiences, the main character in that book was a “precog” who could see one year into the future. His books often referenced precognition, and Dick believed he himself had this ability.

He also heard voices, or at least a voice. As a young man taking the physics portion of a college entrance exam, Dick found that he did not understand eight of the 10 questions. Suddenly, he heard the voice explain to him, in a completely understandable way, what he needed to know. As a result, he received a perfect score on the test.

He heard the same voice again years later, when it explained to him what was happening in a television documentary that he had had difficulty understanding. In 1974, the same voice returned when he had his life-changing vision in response to the fish-pendant worn by the pharmacy delivery girl and he began his regular communications with Valis.

Philip K. Dick: The Valis Years

Although Dick reported only sporadic communications with the voice until 1974, after that date, the communications became fairly frequent and routine. Valis gave him advice on improving his health, his appearance and his financial situation. Dick credited the voice with saving the life of his young son by describing the medical condition the boy suffered from and urging Dick to get the child immediately to a doctor. He convinced his wife of the need to take their seemingly healthy boy to the doctor where they discovered the child had the exact condition the voice described to Dick. Prompt surgery saved the boy’s life.

Dick believed the voice he heard was from God, or at least from some higher power. He wrote continuously about what he experienced. He ended up writing thousands of pages and hundreds of thousands of words in his attempt to make sense of it.

He intended his 1981 book “Valis” to be a trilogy. It was more of a biographical presentation of Dick’s visions and voices than it was a book that fit in the science fiction genre. As one reviewer put it , “He’s not looking for aliens; he’s looking for the meaning of life.” Due to his sudden death in 1982, at the age of 54, Dick never completed the trilogy.

The Death of Philip K. Dick

In February 1975, Dick wrote a letter to a friend telling her about a dream he had just had where he saw “a stark single horrifying scene, inert but not still; a man lay dead, on his face, in a living room between the coffee table and the couch.” He followed the letter with another one in May 1975 in which he said he was “scared.” He added, “What scares me most Claudia, is that I can often recall the future.”

Almost exactly seven years after the first letter, Philip K. Dick’s dead body was found face down in his living room, wedged between the coffee table and the couch. Without realizing it, he had accurately predicted the circumstances surrounding his own death. Some reports say he died of a stroke. Others claim it was congestive heart failure. Others regale in the mystery of why he died so young.

Philip K. Dick left behind, in addition to his short stories and novels, his influence on other sci-fi writers and pop culture, as well as many mind-bending films. Unfortunately, he did not live to see his work on the big screen. He died before the release of his first movie, “Blade Runner;” however he saw about 20 minutes of the finished product and seemed pleased that the filmmaker preserved Dick’s vision. Other movies based on his books that were made after his death include: “Minority Report,” “Total Recall,” “A Scanner Darkly” and several others.

He also left behind more than 8,000 pages about his experiences with Valis since his 1974 vision. The pages had narrow margins and were mostly single spaced with numerous handwritten journal entries. Dick referred to this body of work as his Exegesis. The papers were edited and published in 2011 as “The Exegesis of Philip K. Dick.”

Was Philip K. Dick more than just a legendary science fiction author? Check out Mysteries of the Solar System , part of Gaia’s Deep Space series , and watch the conversation between Open Mind’s host Regina Meredith and her guest, Anthony Peake, on Scanning the Future with Philip K. Dick .

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What exactly is astral projection here's what to know about the phenomena.

You've probably heard of lucid dreaming, and maybe even out-of-body experiences, but how about astral projection? The rare phenomena (which we can't actually confirm with science, btw) has been anecdotally recorded throughout history—with lore of how to do it and more recent accounts remaining today. Here's what to know.

What is astral projection?

Astral projection is an intentional out-of body experience (OBE) in which the "subtle" or "spirit" body travels outside the physical body at the whim of the individual. An out-of-body experience itself occurs when a person temporarily feels like their spirit or soul has left their physical body, often the unintentional result of an accident or near-death experience.

Through astral projection, it's said that someone essentially wills an OBE to happen, with common anecdotal experiences including feeling a vibration as your soul leaves your body, seeing your body lay in bed, and even traveling around your home, neighborhood, and beyond. (Some people even say astral sex is possible with another person astral projecting at the same time.)

Your soul never completely disconnects from your body, believed to be always connected by a "silver chord." And speaking of, accounts of an astral plane, astral projection, and this silver chord can be seen throughout numerous traditions, from Hinduism to Buddhism, Christianity to Kabbalistic teachings, and more.

According to  Graham Nicholls , an OBE researcher and author of  Navigating the Out-of-Body Experience , one theory is that an OBE is "a construct or schema that is based upon  sensory information not coming from the ordinary senses 1  (extrasensory perception, if you will)." When this happens, he explains, the self or one's consciousness seems to be able to function and perceive independently of the physical body.

While OBEs have most definitely been researched and proven to be a real phenomenon 2 , astral projection hasn't gotten that far, at least in the scientific community.

What the research says so far.

There are tons of online forums where everyday people describe their experiences entering the astral plane at will . But, for obvious reasons, very little scientific research has been conducted to see whether it's actually possible to mentally detach from the physical body. Matters of the soul are incredibly hard to study in a laboratory setting.

There is, however, one 2014 case study out of the University of Ottawa's School of Psychology, in which a woman who said she could astral project was put under a fMRI machine. The patient was physically stationary for an hour but guided in and out of astral projections in which she was prompted to move her nonphysical body in different ways. Researchers monitored the activity in different regions of her brain throughout the exercise and found that they did show activity that correlated with motion 1 during the times she claimed to be astral projecting.

"The existence of such a case and its presentation raises the possibility that this phenomenon may have a significant incidence," the study reads. "This would be reminiscent of the discovery and eventual study of synesthesia."

Eben Alexander, M.D. , a neurosurgeon, has also been the subject of research on out-of-body experiences and astral projection. In 2008, an inexplicable brain infection left Alexander in a weeklong coma. When he awoke, he claims to have had profound memories of a journey deep into another realm. Since then, he's dedicated his life to exploring the mysteries of human consciousness.

Though his near-death experience was not voluntary, it did cause Alexander to think astral projection was possible. He tells mbg he now uses binaural beats-based audio recordings to travel beyond the five senses and explore nonphysical aspects of consciousness.

The problem when it comes to declaring astral projection "real" or "fake" is that much of the information about it is anecdotal. Pinning down human consciousness within the realm of modern science has proved a very difficult (and potentially impossible) task.

Why it's difficult to prove.

When it comes to Western science and medicine, the burden of proof is heavy. Psychiatrist Roxanna Namavar, D.O. , who completed her residency at the University of Virginia's Division of Perceptual Studies (where Alexander's own near-death experience was actually studied), explains, "Fundamentally the scientific community in this country is very Westernized, very much based in 'What does the evidence say?'— and that can sometimes pull away our curiosity for things greater than ourselves."

Plus, she adds, there is no real way to definitively measure astral projections or compare them to a control group. Not to mention, studying these things requires someone with funding to have interest. And to that end, most people don't know how to astral project, so rounding up a solid sample size for research would be difficult.

These are some reasons why, she says, "There tends to be this split between science and spirituality," adding, "I don't think you can prove or disprove astral projection or out-of-body experiences."

How to try it yourself:

According to Nicholls, it would be best to learn to astral project with the help of a professional. There are also resources online, such as videos and guided meditations for astral projection that you can try.

More generally, though, Nicholls says you can help induce OBEs through techniques that break down your sense of self. For example, he suggests  visualization methods ,  breathing techniques , and even physical exhaustion, to get to the state of deep relaxation necessary to astral project. Once there, you can follow this sequence:

• As you're laying in bed, start to work with the sensation of your  soul separating  from your body. You want to be completely relaxed, in a quiet, dark room. (Some say it's easier to astral project when you've woken up in the morning, as opposed to when you're going to bed, because you're more relaxed.)
• From this dreamy state , with your eyes closed, start to visualize your body in your mind's eye, imagining you were moving different body parts, without actually moving them physically. You may start to feel vibration, which is fine.
• From there, you make the move "out-of-body." This can take some trial and error, but once you feel it, look back at your body laying in bed. Explore around the room if you can, and return to your body. Once you've done this successfully, you can start traveling around your home, and even outside.
• Always be sure return to the body when you're done exploring. Additionally, for extra protection, crystal expert Ashley Leavy previously recommended both obsidian and malachite for protection and aid in astral travel, so try holding one (or both) or putting them on your chest while you make the voyage.

The takeaway.

Research may never be able to confirm the existence of the astral plane , let alone astral travel, but countless people throughout history (and still today) swear it's happened to them. The only way to truly for sure is to give it a try yourself—happy traveling.

• https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnhum.2014.00070/full
• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16186034/

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Travel Projects that Inspire

Looking for new ways to have your students explore the Spanish-speaking world? Send them on a trip!

Projects are a great way to provide students with a real-life application of the vocabulary, phrases, and skills they are learning in your class. When it comes to learning about Spanish-speaking countries, pairing lessons on culture and history with vocabulary and structures surrounding traveling, leisure, and activities can make for some awesome creation and conversation. Over the past few years, various travel projects have sparked excitement and interest but the Travel Plan Project has always been my favorite and has yielded the most in-depth creations.

The Travel Plan Project invites students to choose a Spanish-speaking country that interests them and map out a whole trip to visit the destinations of their choice and outline the experiences that call to them. Students create an itinerary for several days of travel, write about their “why” for visiting this country in an overview of their trip, and demonstrate learned Spanish structures in writing about a key point of interest.

Fill them up with vocabulary that can be used to talk about activities and modes of transportation while on their trip. In my vocabulary sets, I like to include basic sentence structures or starters that will be used in the conversational portion of our presentation in my vocabulary sets so that students get extra practice with those when we play vocabulary games or they study on their own. In my classes, we take conversation time every day, asking students to fill in the blanks on sentences and respond to questions in communication with their peers.

Share some fun videos and read some stories or poems from Spanish-speaking countries. Spend some time exploring intriguing features and exciting places to visit. Create a mapping activity and invite students to engage in conversation as they label it with the names of key locations.

-¿Dónde se encuentra la Cascada de Tamul?

-La Cascada de Tamul está en México.

The Process

Give students chunks of the project to work on and take time to model and guide them through the steps in class. You can use one of the examples linked below or create your own to meet the needs and levels of your class and learning goals. Have students read, identify key words, and answer questions about meaning as you go through each stage.

Provide scaffolds for your students by giving them sentence structures. Students who need additional clarification or assistance will benefit from a fill in the blank form in order to create their paragraphs. You can help them go through the process of forming each sentence or place them in groups to support each other in creating a certain section of the project.

Giving students options on how they will present their creation is another simple way to modify projects and give individual students an opportunity to display their knowledge in a way that makes sense to them. Students can choose a platform or style that they feel strongly about and can take pride in ownership when they develop a strong project.

Conversation and Presentation

Projects that require individual, creative solutions such as this Travel Plan Project open doors for dynamic conversation and presentation between students. Give students set questions and, if needed, a sentence starter or fill in the blank structure for how to respond. You can group questions into sets of 3-5 based upon theme or section and work on each set for a few days or a week. Go over the questions and how to respond in class, give students time to write out their response, and then invite them to have practice conversations with their classmates. If students are hesitant to get started, try playing “musical conversations” and have them move around the room, stopping when the music stops to ask one or all of the questions to the classmate nearest to them.

When it’s time to present their projects, conversation questions can be used as part of your evaluation. Ask students several questions at random and evaluate their ability to respond appropriately based upon the rubric shared below or create your own! My students really enjoyed sharing their presentations at our “Travel Expo” where they were able to see each other’s work, ask questions, and vote for the trip they’d most like to take. This also gave me an opportunity to grade most projects during one class period as opposed to taking several class days to have each student or group present individually.

Make it Your Own!

You know your students best, and you know what will work best in your classroom. This Travel Plan Project can easily be modified to fit various Spanish levels or adjusted to cover specific conversational, writing, or presentational goals. You can adjust the number of days for the itinerary, the amount of activities for each day, and the length or style of the writing components. Planning a unit to cover a specific country? Have your students focus their travels there. Want to build in some extra projects surrounding the theme of travel and the Spanish-speaking world? Ask them to create a passport with information about themselves or build a simple poster to advertise their trip.

What kind of travel projects have you done in your classes or how might you modify this one to meet your students’ needs? Share with us in the comments or link an example of student work! We’d love to see how you develop this theme and it’s so valuable when we can grow together. However you adapt this project idea, put your students' problem-solving skills and creativity at the forefront, and you can’t go wrong. Happy traveling teachers!

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Project Management

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Project Management for Travel Agencies: The Ultimate Guide

Maria Fernanda Castro Jorge

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Quite a large proportion of modern business in Europe and worldwide is project-oriented . This part is nearly 25% worldwide, and the travel sector is no exception. This is because more and more companies are focused on creating fundamentally new or unique products and services. They're also focused on achieving new results. Projects are no longer a set of technical documentation and estimates (as they used to be) but are serious activities aimed at realizing individual company goals.

In short, the travel agency's success strongly depends on the ability to implement project-based work. In this regard, project management has become a relevant and important topic for travel agents of any level.

What is a project?

A project is a process (or group of activities) with a clearly defined timeframe. Its purpose is to create a unique product or obtain some innovative results. In the tourism business, the goal of a project is often called the solution of specific tasks. Accordingly, project management is a specific activity, the purpose of which is to realize all the tasks set. For this purpose, the maximum amount of effort, knowledge, experience, techniques, and project management software are applied.

A project is a process or group of activities with a clearly defined timeframe.

It is important to understand how they differ from everyday activities in the organization. First, each project has its own unique goal and time constraints for its achievement. In day-to-day activities, the goal is repetitive, and the deadlines are as well. Secondly, a project ends when it has reached a set goal. Day-to-day activities are endless, and their purpose is to maintain the normal flow of the tourism business.

Project management helps to achieve the set goals quickly and efficiently. Besides, a whole system of subtasks is formed in the process, which ties in to the company's more general goals. A scheme of competent distribution of resources is developed.

Project management is a whole science that has acquired a body of knowledge, rules, and standards. The most famous resource is PMBOK . This "book of knowledge" in project management describes the best practical advice and knowledge.

What does project management involve?

• Defining and forming requirements for the project.
• Setting as clear and understandable goals as possible.
• Establishing and implementing communication between the parties involved in the project.
• Balancing project constraints: budget, resources, risks, deadlines, quality.
• Communicating with the team, considering their needs/wants/expectations, and adjusting existing plans according to the input received.

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All these activities are segmented into distinct phases: project initiation, planning, execution and control, and completion. Careful project management planning , organization of tasks and project components, providing the necessary resources, and controlling the effectiveness of the chosen strategy contribute to achieving the goal in the tourism business. Let's discuss this in more detail:

• Initiation (i.e., the start of the project) is a kind of familiarization with the project. Its essence and goals are defined, and a suitable team is formed.
• Planning is the most important part of the travel project management. As stated in the classical methodology on PMBOK, it should take about 50% of all time in the project realization process. The difficulty is that all the actions the travel agent must carry out to achieve a given goal are carefully prescribed during this stage. For this purpose, the project is initially divided into parts and a set of small tasks. A certain work schedule is created in which deadlines for each task are prescribed. A list of necessary resources is also worked out. In the travel agency case, project management planning includes periodic adjustments because new nuances, subtasks, and pitfalls appear in the work process.
• Execution and control. This stage should be alternated with the previous one. In an ideal project management system, everything looks like this: set a task, do it, control it, make the necessary adjustments to the plan, set the next task, and so on. At the execution stage, some tools usually facilitate the flow of processes: delegation, time management, and the Eisenhower matrix.
• Project finalization. At this stage, a control check of the completed work is made. The original data, involved instructions, and regulations are saved. This is necessary so that even a new team member can understand what and how things were done before him.

There are quite a large number of methods of how projects are managed. Besides the classic method which we just described above, some others are used:

• Agile . This is when one big project is divided into many mini-projects with step-by-step implementation.
• Lean. This is the distribution of the project into small work packages.
• Scrum. This is the division of the project into component parts.
• Kanban. This is a variant for projects that are not limited by deadlines because they can be postponed.

Learn more: Kanban vs. Scrum – what's the difference?

Each methodology has a lot of its nuances, advantages, and disadvantages. Choosing the right system depends on the specifics of your travel agency and the team that will be working on a particular project.

How is project management relevant to tourism and travel management?

Project management skills are highly relevant to a tourism and travel management career.

A travel agency's success strongly depends on its ability to implement project-based work.

Here's how project management skills can be applied in this field:

• Planning and organization. Project managers excel in creating detailed project plans, crucial in tourism and travel management. You must plan itineraries, book accommodations, arrange transportation, and schedule tourist activities. Being well-organized ensures that everything runs smoothly.
• Time management. Time is of the essence in the travel industry. Project managers are skilled at setting and meeting deadlines, which is vital when booking flights, organizing tours, and ensuring that travelers are on time for their activities.
• Budgeting. Project management involves creating and managing budgets. You'll often have to work within budget constraints in tourism and travel management. Effective budget management ensures that resources are allocated efficiently and that costs are controlled.
• Stakeholder management. Project managers are adept at managing stakeholders, and this skill is essential when dealing with tourists, travel agencies, hotels, airlines, and other service providers. Building strong relationships with these stakeholders can lead to better deals and partnerships.
• Risk management. Identifying and mitigating risks is a critical project management skill. In the travel industry, you must anticipate and manage risks such as weather-related disruptions, health emergencies, or political unrest in destination countries.
• Communication. Clear and effective communication is key in both project management and travel management. You must communicate with clients, team members, and service providers to ensure everyone is on the same page and that information is conveyed accurately.
• Resource allocation. Project managers are skilled at allocating resources efficiently, whether assigning tasks to team members or managing the allocation of rooms and transportation for travelers.
• Problem solving. In tourism and travel, unexpected issues such as flight cancellations or visa problems can arise. Project managers are trained to handle unexpected challenges and find solutions quickly.
• Quality assurance. Ensuring a high level of service quality is essential in the tourism and travel industry. Project management skills can help you establish quality standards, monitor performance, and make improvements where necessary.
• Continuous improvement. Project managers are trained to review and analyze project outcomes to identify areas for improvement. This can involve analyzing customer feedback and adjusting services to enhance the overall travel experience in travel management.

So, project management skills are highly transferable and can greatly benefit a tourism and travel management career. These skills enable professionals in this field to plan, execute, and manage various aspects of travel experiences efficiently, ultimately leading to satisfied clients and successful travel operations.

Project management software for travel agencies

Implementing project management techniques is best done with dedicated project management software. Otherwise, you may end up spending more time managing your project management tool than using the tool to manage your project. The best project management software for travel agencies are:

• Worksection

All of them pursue 3 main goals:

• To make employees more efficient.
• To make the project management process itself more productive and effective.
• To make the management of the company's project profile more convenient and transparent for an outside view.

Project management software is appropriate when the projects themselves are more or less of the same nature. They allow you to form a unified picture of the project profile, track the stages of its implementation at different levels, and control the budget and deadlines.

Project management software are tools for the organization and the team, making all the company's activities as transparent as possible. Everyone can see the time and financial costs of certain projects, their workload, and their colleagues' workload.

As a result, using such systems and the subsequent transparency of work makes it easy to identify the causes of overruns or errors, optimize costs, and effectively reduce expenses (time, finances, and labor).

A case study in tourism project management: the Bookatrekking story

In their initial years, Bookatrekking faced many challenges common to many travel agencies. Coordinating trips, managing a dynamic team of guides, ensuring customer satisfaction, and navigating the ever-changing world of travel proved to be their own uphill climb. They realized that while their love for adventure was undeniable, the need for structured management was imperative.

Recognizing the need for change, Bookatrekking embraced the principles of project management. This team implemented Basecamp and Trello in their work processes. Trello was used for implementing strategic goals, and Basecamp for local tasks.

Streamlining operations

One of the first critical steps was streamlining their operations. They recognized that time is of the essence in the world of adventure. They optimized their tour planning, booking processes, and communication through Basecamp. It enhanced their internal team coordination and ensured that customers received quick responses and seamless experiences.

Team empowerment

With Basecamp, they empowered their guides and staff. Detailed workflows and standardized procedures provided clarity, minimized errors, and allowed for quicker decision-making. The team, once struggling with chaos, was now a well-oiled machine.

Data-driven decisions

Data became their compass. With the help of Trello, Bookatrekking meticulously analyzed customer feedback, booking trends, and market insights. It allowed them to make informed decisions, tailor their tour offerings to meet customer desires, and adapt to the travel landscape.

Where a travel agent should learn project management

In this article, we have considered the basics of the rather complex project management concept.

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Project management is an indispensable skill needed by every travel agent. It is important to understand that project management is not a situational set of measures but a procedural implementation and realization of the whole mechanism. Stay calm if this topic seems too complex and vague to you now. Modern project management is a competent and balanced system, which you should approach with readiness and seriousness. Then, you will be able to understand everything and successfully apply it in the management of your travel agency business.

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Projects in travel: Integrating PRINCE2 for a cross-functional project Case Study

• Project management
• Project planning
• Project progress
• Programme management

Author   Adina Gabor

UK & USA Account Manager, G2 Travel

July 28, 2020  |

  15  min read

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G2 Travel is a wholesale tour operator, providing travel-related resources to groups of travellers. Every year, the organization works to contract all of the resources for the next twelve months, which is an enormous project. In 2019, for the first time, G2 Travel used PRINCE2.

The project team used PRINCE2 to structure their project into stages, organize the roles and responsibilities, and to manage the risks and challenges they encountered along the way. They were so successful that PRINCE2 is now used for all of G2 Travel’s internal projects.

This case study describes the benefits and versatility of adopting the PRINCE2 method on a large cross-functional project with a return on investment of over €4.5m.

Introduction

G2 Travel is a dynamic, wholesale tour operator, specializing in group travel for the B2B sector. The company is focused on group business and offers a range of solutions for global group travel. G2 Travel provides resources for traveling, which it is able to do because of its third-party, wholesale-type relationship with tour operators.

As a leading wholesale travel provider, G2 Travel is unique because it:

• has a global presence with over 30 offices around the world
• books up to 2m room nights each year across Europe and North America
• has dedicated departments that handle specific activities, such as contracting, reservations, services, operations, and finance
• provides 24/7 on-call support worldwide for everyone on the road
• partners directly with local suppliers, offering clients an extensive product/service inventory and competitive rates.

With over 18,000 groups operating annually and an increase of 30% in business year-on-year, G2 Travel is bringing opportunities for new business cases and potential customers. Opportunities to expand ultimately lead to changes in strategy to reassure stakeholders of the overall quality of the business and its services.

G2 Travel and the project 

In February 2018, G2 Travel received the project mandate from Deter Travel* (one of the major accounts at G2 Travel). They brought in their yearly project: contracting all services and hotels for 450 groups in Europe that were scheduled to travel in 2019. The predicted increase in business was over 20%, compared to previous years. The project ran from March 2018 to December 2019.

The project was divided into six main milestones:

• sales enquiry
• service definition and offer submission
• operations and reservations
• project closure and invoicing
• lessons learned and experience.

* The account managed by this organization has been given a fictitious name for confidentiality.

This was a long-term project that required a cross-functional collaboration with multiple offices across Europe. It also involved all major internal departments (sales, reservations, operations, finance). External partners were involved with the scope of delivering the entire project.

One of the aims of this project was to choose the best suppliers, those offering high quality services at competitive rates, for each service. The aim was to define an attractive and complex programme for all Deter Travel’s end customers.

Project aims and objectives 

The overriding goal was to create a delivery model based on PRINCE2 principles, themes, and processes, leading to improved quality and efficiency in every step of the service delivery.

Creating a project by defining objectives, milestones, and responsibilities helped G2 Travel integrate efficient changes to the overall structure of the business. A series of key performance indicators (KPIs) were used to measure the success of the project:

• percentage of tasks completed on time
• overdue project tasks/missed milestones
• identified risks and points of action
• number of customer change requests
• number of customer complaints.

All of the KPIs where monitored over the project’s lifetime and provided direct input to the lessons learned.

Choosing a project management method

As the travel and tourism industry develops, it is necessary to respond to new and emerging markets to deliver projects.

G2 Travel has been working with Deter Travel for over five years, so we had a lot of history. This meant that we could look back at past challenges and analyse them to identify opportunities for change and improvement. Throughout the years, our projects have experienced delays, lack of transparency around allocated tasks, risks, challenging deadlines, incorrectly allocated resources and responsibilities, and difficulties around managing deadlines.

In an effort to improve the project results, alternative management methods have been considered. In 2018 and 2019, the Deter Travel project was used as a pilot to test PRINCE2.

We set certain targets, including:

• increase efficiency during the allocation of deadlines
• define roles and responsibilities clearly to avoid confusion
• divide the project into stages to make it easier to manage
• use five steps to engage with stakeholders: identify/analyse/plan/act/review
• regularly review the project progress.

PRINCE2 is both project and process focused. A clear approach that showed the roles and responsibilities of everyone on the team helped us to execute the project with fewer questions and issues, as did dividing the master plan into smaller project plans, stage plans, and team plans.

Project stages and planning structure

We divided the entire project into stages (we called them ‘major milestones’) that were easier to monitor and could be reviewed by management.

Before the project began, the activity structure, shown in Figure 3.1, was shared across the organization and with the client. This provided an overview of the activities, major tasks, deadlines, and expected achievements. The major milestones were:

• sales enquiry: receive, review, and assess the sales request
• service definition and offer submission: work with all internal departments and external partners to build the sales offer and submit it for customer approval
• operations and reservations: the deployment of the process (starts once offer is approved) and the reservation of services offered
• delivery: coordination across multiple suppliers for service delivery
• project closure and invoicing: once the group services were delivered, the project moves to the finance department and customer satisfaction for invoicing and feedback
• learn from experience: review what went well or could be improved in order to define and influence future projects, followed by an internal project review.

Figure 3.1 The high-level project delivery model

Project approach

Because we followed the PRINCE2 principles, we were able to assess each stage before proceeding to the next. This meant we could segment the project and manage by stages.

During the initiation phase, we defined the management products.

Communication management:

• We scheduled phone calls for twice a week to identify issues and risks in delivery. An activity status tracker was established during this call.
• We held weekly status management calls to update and present the POAP (plan on a page: the high-level project management status).
• We used ad-hoc brainstorming calls to work on risk activities and close specific topics.

Document management:

• The work breakdown structure (represents the list of detailed activities and their status) used for activity tracking was maintained using Excel spreadsheets.
• The POAP (created using Microsoft PowerPoint) was maintained to show the high-level project status.
• All documents where shared on a common repository (Google Sheets), which allowed every team member to check their status at any given time.

Risk management:

• A pre-defined escalation channel procedure was put in place in order to deal with incidents and problems, ensuring everything gets resolved and issues are addressed at the right level.
• The tolerances for the projects and escalation procedures were confirmed with each department head as applicable for our project (head of sales; head of reservations; head of contracting, and so on.)
• report any activities that were at risk
• address any lack of resources
• activity report for tasks that could not progress for specific reasons.

Business case:

• The business case was created at the beginning of the project, shortly after Phase A of the sales inquiry. In terms of financial growth, the expected benefit was calculated at 20% increase in business compared with the previous year. This was just an estimation.
• number of groups received compared with the previous year
• new destination requested to be delivered
• new services
• overall: financial metrics (sales revenue, sales growth year-to-date, gross and net profit margins, and so on)
• group specific: considering the aspects of increased efficiency in the delivery model used by the organization to reduce time and costs in any activity.

Project Start-up

During the project start-up, we appointed a project sponsor and a project manager. The existing organizational structure at G2 Travel was tailored using PRINCE2 into a simple three-level format. The levels and corresponding roles were:

• Project sponsor: Head of sales
• Project manager: Account manager
• Project support: Account executive

We held a kickstart meeting as the official project starting point. The workshop included the project management team, heads of each department, and managers that were involved in the project delivery. The workshop included a presentation about the overall project structure, requirements, and the importance of the delivery to the business. This helped create a common understanding of the project goals. The team were able to ask questions and have the answers explained, which helped to ensure their support and commitment.

4.1.1 DEFINING ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Defining roles and responsibilities for the project was not difficult; the business’s infrastructure already had specific departments and roles. The most difficult part was securing resources to be fully or partially dedicated to the necessary project phases. Our key advantage in setting resources was that the work packages clearly defined the deliverables and the stages in which they are supposed to be executed. This provided everyone with the opportunity to see their role within the overall project structure, the expected duration, and how they could influence the entire delivery.

The project board consisted of:

• Head of sales (project stakeholder): not directly involved into the project but monitored the overall progress and provided support in response to issues.
• Project manager/account manager: responsible for the overall project coordination and execution of the sales process.
• Head of contracting: regional managers from our contracting team were provisionally allocated to the project to support and provide input for the offer definition (new service enquires, prices, pre-bookings).

*The above roles were part of the project board meetings.

• Reservation team: supervisors and their team of executives allocated to support all the reservation of the services and products approved by Deter Travel.
• Operations: checking and grouping all services together for each individual group (based on their arrival date) and ensuring that there were no missing steps in delivery.
• Customer care: support for all the groups on the road.
• Finance: responsible for monitoring the costs of each delivery and performing invoicing as the final step of the process.
• Head of product: directly responsible for supervising the overall project progress and status. No direct input to the project delivery.
• Product manager and product executive: direct input to the overall process with the sales team. All sales enquiries, clarifications, and approvals followed this channel of communication. This was the most important level of responsibility across the two companies.

*The above roles were part of the project board meetings

• Operations executive: direct mapping to the G2 Travel operations sharing similar responsibilities.
• Financial department: responsible for the project closure phase with invoicing and contract closure.

Figure 4.1 shows a map of the project organization.

Figure 4.1 Project organizational structure 

Directing the project stage and project plan

The next step was splitting the milestones into activities and assigning resources against them. Due to the dynamics of the project, this activity was drafted but was continually updated over the lifetime of the project by adding or removing activities so that they could be tracked.

The project plan was deliberately brief, with defined activities and dates against each milestone. The POAP was used to report the status on a weekly basis. Figure 4.2 showcases the POAP.

Figure 4.2 The plan on a page

To support the plan, a detailed model was used (defined in Excel) to elaborate on the activities, adding their status, dates, and responsible parties. Without this, we would not have been able to check the status of any specific activity or understand why it was delayed, could not be delivered, or was approaching the defined tolerances.

Risks and challenges 

• Sales enquiry Several points from the initial request were changed after the first offer, pushing us back to the first step (e.g. hotels that received bad reviews in previous years; restaurants with bad ratings; closure and replacement of a specific attraction etc.).
• Service definition and offer submission The biggest challenge was relying on external providers from whom it was necessary to receive specific information in order to build the offer. The quality, speed, and accuracy of the details they provided were the key risks that could make the difference between losing or winning a specific group series against competition.
• Operations and reservations Change of initial contractual conditions which resulted in an increase in cost forced G2 Travel to spend more to keep offers competitive. Internal miscoordination of activities resulted in mistakes because certain services were not confirmed as stated within the contract.

Risk management assessments were conducted throughout the lifecycle of this project. It was essential to have a list of potential risks, finding the root cause of possible problems, while ensuring that suitable back-up solutions were available.

We looked at the risk of increased inflation, war conflicts (that could influence the number of passengers going to specific destinations), high-input costs, and limited product options.

We introduced a brainstorming technique via a workshop session with all members of the project management team. These were ad-hoc calls in which we covered the following activities:

• contracts that could not be renewed
• price increases
• delays in offers submission
• competitors obtaining better prices for similar services etc
• possible approaches for mitigating or leveraging the newly identified risks or opportunities using the probability impact grid
• reviewing the risks identified in previous calls.

This was an efficient approach that lowered our exposure to threats while increasing our exposure to opportunities. Logging everything in the risk register made all parties involved accountable for their section of services.

Project closure

Before transferring the services to the final users, G2 had to secure over 30,000 individual services, covering all 450 groups arriving in 2019. The services have been grouped by destination, type of service, and seasonality to create travel packages for Deter Travel’s end customers.

We analysed a complex project with a well-established existing structure, which offered the perfect opportunity to make improvements wherever we noticed gaps in delivery.

Overall, the project was successfully closed and delivered. A few milestones were delayed but still were met in time to supply the necessary services for end customers.

Tailoring PRINCE2 to suit the needs of our project led to positive changes around key aspects that guaranteed the overall success. The method has helped:

• engage management to support the project and understand its advantages
• facilitate the coordination and implementation of project activities
• foster beneficial interactions among team members with a minimum amount of disruption, overlaps, and conflict
• all responsible parties know what they need to focus on at a certain time
• create efficient workflows
• enable collaboration across multiple departments
• encourage good communication with the project team and third-party suppliers
• keep the project work remain within tolerances.

The expected benefits were evaluated throughout the project to ensure that they were still aligned with the initial objectives. A few examples are:

• financial growth matched initial expectations (as listed in the business case chapter)
• contracts locked in for all services
• confirmations submitted for all requested services.

Other benefits that were to be realized after project delivery (while groups were on the road) were measured as soon as possible; for example, via customer survey feedback.

As this project recurs every year, it was essential that a review performance was considered to appropriately review the entire project lifecycle. This activity aimed to assess the benefits and any relevant feedback on lessons learned. If the benefits are addressed effectively, future projects will be initiated with a benefit-led approach.

Conclusions and lessons learned

The project resulted in a new approach of offering a service that provides unique opportunities for both clients and users. The submitted project plan was designed according to the lifecycle stages of the project, broken down by individual parts, including the evaluation of the project outcome and recommendations for possible measures.

After a long period of documentation on various topics of project management, I consider the project method essential. It provides the starting point of understanding the work on projects. The project method practically teaches you how to proceed in different phases of the project lifecycle. Some specifics include common terminology, the type of forms used, when and who completes or approves them, what you should do in certain situations, and so on.

The most important advantage of using a specific project method is the fact that everyone will work in the same way; a consistent, consolidated work system means that projects can be planned and followed in a unified way, the reports will be complete and correct, conclusions and decisions can be drawn or made in real time, people always know what to do (thus increasing their efficiency and productivity), and so on.

The 2018/2019 project was efficiently integrated using PRINCE2 method and it is now being used as a pattern for internal projects in G2 Travel.

About the author

Adina Gabor is an account manager for UK & USA at G2 Travel. Adina is a PRINCE2 practitioner and has over four years’ experience in sales, account/team management, customer services innovation, and project coordination.

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AXELOS (2017). Managing Successful Projects with PRINCE2 ® . London: The Stationery Office.

AXELOS (2020). Focusing on pipeline construction products using PRINCE2 ® .

AXELOS (2020). Ichiban LLC: Adaptation of a residential unit.  

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In the project lifecycle, numerous types of documentation are essential to keeping things running smoothly, including the project charter. Read on to learn more about what a project charter is, how it’s used, and how to create one.

What Is a Project Charter?

Project charters are compiled after a project proposal has been created and presented to stakeholders. Once that approval has been granted, the project charter, also sometimes called the project plan, acts as the official sign-off to begin work. The document must be signed by a senior leader who controls funding, as the charter provides explicit permission to begin project work and utilize organizational resources—from team members to financing, to technology, and software.

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Why Are Project Charters Important?

Project charters are an essential part of the project documentation process, as they provide the proof of approval to begin project work and utilize business resources. The project charter acts as a record of stakeholder approval while documenting essential information about the project itself. Here are just a few of the other important purposes a project charter serves:

Informs the Team

More than just serving a formal need for project documentation, the information contained within the project charter—such as an estimated timeline, key deliverables and objectives, project scope, and more—is essential to team members who are being briefed on the project for the first time. 

Highlights Project Value

The project charter highlights the value of the project itself by tying back the project objectives to overall organizational needs and goals. At a glance, stakeholders, both internal and external, can understand the significance of the project and what outcomes it will achieve. 

Creates a Link to Portfolio Management

Portfolio management measures the success of all of the business’s projects against overall objectives and goals across all departments and areas of business. The project charter establishes a clear link between the project itself and the goals and purpose it will serve in the organization, making it easier to identify successes and areas of improvement in an organization’s portfolio management plans.

Prevents Scope Creep

According to the “Pulse of the Profession” study by the Project Management Institute, 50% of all projects experience scope creep. Over time, scope creep contributes to budget overruns, project delays, and ultimately, poor project outcomes. Project charters help combat scope creep before it happens by clearly defining the project scope and communicating project goals clearly to all project stakeholders. 

Establishes a Timeline

When working on a project, it is essential to adhere to the project timeline, but oftentimes, the project schedule is not relayed to internal or external stakeholders until the actual work begins. In this case, the project charter establishes expectations for the project timeline and sets the groundwork to assign individual project tasks. 

Defines the Criteria for Project Success

To measure the success of a project, you first need clearly defined expectations and a metric to measure the project against. The project charter outlines how stakeholders will determine the success or failure of a project, making it easy for the team to understand the expectations ahead.

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What Information Does the Project Charter Contain?

When drafting the project charter, include information that makes it clear what the project aims to accomplish and how you plan on accomplishing it. While the charter may look slightly different for various projects and teams, anyone reading the document should have a thorough understanding of the project and the plan for achieving project goals by the end of the charter.

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How Does a Project Charter Differentiate From a Project Proposal or Plan?

Project Charter: A project charter acts as the official sign-off for project work to begin, covering the essential information about what the project will cover and what it will take to accomplish the project successfully. 

Project Proposal: The project proposal is the document that initially proposes the project to stakeholders and decision-makers, outlining the project from a high-level view. This document is used to pitch the project itself. 

Project Brief: Even shorter than the project charter, the project brief is a general overview that describes the bare amount of key information about the project that someone would need to know. While it may seem extremely similar to the project charter, it is a much more brief and high-level description.

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Essential Components of a Project Charter

At a minimum, the project charter should include the essential information about the project and what it will require to be successful:

Business Case

The business case highlights how the project serves the organization through its goals, deliverables, and outcomes. It should tie project objectives back to positive outcomes for the organization, especially concerning business-wide goals and initiatives.

Stakeholders

In project management, the term stakeholder can refer to a few groups of people, primarily including internal decision-makers, the team members working directly on the project, and external stakeholders like investors, customers, or third-party contractors. In simple terms, you can consider stakeholders as anyone with a tie to the project who will need to be updated on the project at some point throughout the project lifecycle, regardless of their role. 

Resources Required

Resources in the project are tools that keep project work moving smoothly, from people to technology to software and even charts and project tools. Additionally, resources consider the financial investment needed to complete a project, whether that’s paying external contractors, upgrading to a new project management software solution, investing in learning opportunities, etc. 

The scope section of the project outlines what ground the project will cover. In essence, this segment should clearly outline what the project work will look like and achieve to prevent scope creep and unclear expectations. 

Deliverables

The deliverables portion outlines exactly what stakeholders can expect from the project in terms of tangible outcomes, whether it’s delivering a new product, a measurable outcome, or even things as small as documents and reports. 

Outlining the objectives for the project defines the goals that the project aims to achieve, holding the team accountable to specific metrics so that progress can be tracked throughout the project lifecycle. 

The timeline portion outlines the key milestones for the project, such as dates when deliverables will be completed, and the larger markers such as when the project should begin and end. 

Potential Risks and Dependencies

The risks and dependencies portion of the project charter should project any potential risks or issues that may arise during the project and any task dependencies that need to be addressed before project work can begin. This also includes any potential dependencies that may occur during the project, for example, if multiple departments are working together on the project, a delay in turning over a deliverable from one team to another can create delays and roadblocks.

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Tips for writing a strong project charter.

• Explore visuals

Project charters contain a wealth of information, which can be overwhelming to digest at one time. Consider using visual aspects in your project charter in order to break up information and make it easier to understand. For example, when displaying the project timeline, adding a visualization by way of a timeline or Gantt chart view can help readers better understand the information. 

• Don’t forget the project title

While many overlook it, naming your project is an important part of the project charter, as it establishes project details for the first time and creates referenceable information to fall back on throughout the project lifecycle.

• Leverage the resources around you

When drafting the project charter, leveraging the existing resources around you can help you better understand the context of the project and draft a stronger charter overall. For example, reviewing past project charter documents from within your organization can help provide valuable information about drafting your charter for a new project. 

• Lead with the “why”

Understanding the “why” behind your project can not only make it easier to draft the charter but can also help you write more clearly about the project itself. The “why” is a crucial aspect, and without it, drafting the essential information about the project will be a challenge. 

• Step back and reflect

Before wrapping up the project charter, take a step back and come back to the charter later on with fresh eyes. Drafting and editing the project charter is a significant undertaking, and taking the time to carefully edit the document and review it with a new perspective is essential. 

Tools for Preparing a Project Charter

Before you begin drafting the project charter, gather a few tools that can help make the process easier:

• Information about similar projects that have been completed

Taking stock of the projects that your organization has completed in the past can make completing the project charter much easier. Understanding how similar projects were structured and managed gives you a baseline understanding of how to construct a charter for a new undertaking. 

• Planning tools 

Project charters involve a lot of moving parts, and leveraging planning tools can help you organize project details much more easily. Gantt charts, for example, make it easy to map task dependencies while visualizing a larger project timeline against individual tasks and responsibilities. In addition, these types of tools make it easier to present information visually, making it more likely to be received clearly. 

• Project management software

Project management software is one of the best tools for planning and executing projects. Various features, from task assignments to data reporting, multiple project views, and more make project management software a useful tool that can easily be implemented.

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In most cases, the project charter is written by the project manager and sponsored by a high-level executive who initiates and supports the project.

Can the project charter be edited throughout the project lifecycle?

The project charter cannot be edited unless the scope and goals of the project change without terminating the initial project itself. Because the project charter is the kickoff guide to the project, it needs to remain unchanged or else risk altering the project and its scope unintentionally.

What’s the best way to present the project charter to my team?

The best way to introduce a project charter to the team is to host a kickoff meeting. The kickoff meeting allows you to introduce the project in an approachable way where everyone can ask questions as you review key details. While sharing the charter itself gives team members a tangible document to refer to, meeting with them directly gives everyone space to ask questions and connect on a personal level before project work begins.

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Is Time Travel Possible?

We all travel in time! We travel one year in time between birthdays, for example. And we are all traveling in time at approximately the same speed: 1 second per second.

We typically experience time at one second per second. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

NASA's space telescopes also give us a way to look back in time. Telescopes help us see stars and galaxies that are very far away . It takes a long time for the light from faraway galaxies to reach us. So, when we look into the sky with a telescope, we are seeing what those stars and galaxies looked like a very long time ago.

However, when we think of the phrase "time travel," we are usually thinking of traveling faster than 1 second per second. That kind of time travel sounds like something you'd only see in movies or science fiction books. Could it be real? Science says yes!

This image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows galaxies that are very far away as they existed a very long time ago. Credit: NASA, ESA and R. Thompson (Univ. Arizona)

How do we know that time travel is possible?

More than 100 years ago, a famous scientist named Albert Einstein came up with an idea about how time works. He called it relativity. This theory says that time and space are linked together. Einstein also said our universe has a speed limit: nothing can travel faster than the speed of light (186,000 miles per second).

Einstein's theory of relativity says that space and time are linked together. Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

What does this mean for time travel? Well, according to this theory, the faster you travel, the slower you experience time. Scientists have done some experiments to show that this is true.

For example, there was an experiment that used two clocks set to the exact same time. One clock stayed on Earth, while the other flew in an airplane (going in the same direction Earth rotates).

After the airplane flew around the world, scientists compared the two clocks. The clock on the fast-moving airplane was slightly behind the clock on the ground. So, the clock on the airplane was traveling slightly slower in time than 1 second per second.

Credit: NASA/JPL-Caltech

Can we use time travel in everyday life?

We can't use a time machine to travel hundreds of years into the past or future. That kind of time travel only happens in books and movies. But the math of time travel does affect the things we use every day.

For example, we use GPS satellites to help us figure out how to get to new places. (Check out our video about how GPS satellites work .) NASA scientists also use a high-accuracy version of GPS to keep track of where satellites are in space. But did you know that GPS relies on time-travel calculations to help you get around town?

GPS satellites orbit around Earth very quickly at about 8,700 miles (14,000 kilometers) per hour. This slows down GPS satellite clocks by a small fraction of a second (similar to the airplane example above).

GPS satellites orbit around Earth at about 8,700 miles (14,000 kilometers) per hour. Credit: GPS.gov

However, the satellites are also orbiting Earth about 12,550 miles (20,200 km) above the surface. This actually speeds up GPS satellite clocks by a slighter larger fraction of a second.

Here's how: Einstein's theory also says that gravity curves space and time, causing the passage of time to slow down. High up where the satellites orbit, Earth's gravity is much weaker. This causes the clocks on GPS satellites to run faster than clocks on the ground.

The combined result is that the clocks on GPS satellites experience time at a rate slightly faster than 1 second per second. Luckily, scientists can use math to correct these differences in time.

If scientists didn't correct the GPS clocks, there would be big problems. GPS satellites wouldn't be able to correctly calculate their position or yours. The errors would add up to a few miles each day, which is a big deal. GPS maps might think your home is nowhere near where it actually is!

In Summary:

Yes, time travel is indeed a real thing. But it's not quite what you've probably seen in the movies. Under certain conditions, it is possible to experience time passing at a different rate than 1 second per second. And there are important reasons why we need to understand this real-world form of time travel.

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What Are The Key Features Of Business Travel Justification?

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In today’s dynamic corporate landscape, business travel plays a pivotal role in expanding horizons, forging partnerships, and driving organizational growth. However, with a heightened focus on budget optimization and remote work capabilities, justifying business travel has become more critical than ever. In this blog, we delve into the significance of business travel justification, exploring its benefits, and understanding the key aspects that make a compelling case for hitting the road.

Business travel justification features:

1. aligning with business objectives.

Effective business travel justification begins with a clear alignment of travel plans with the company’s strategic goals. Whether it’s exploring new markets, meeting potential clients, or attending industry conferences, each trip should contribute to the overall success and growth of the organization. Demonstrating how the travel directly supports revenue generation, market expansion, or skill enhancement adds weight to the justification.

2. Emphasizing face-to-face interactions

While technology has made virtual meetings possible, the value of face-to-face interactions cannot be overstated. Building rapport with clients, prospects, and partners is often more effective in person. Highlighting the potential for creating long-lasting relationships and securing business opportunities through face-to-face meetings strengthens the case for business travel.

3. Maximizing Return on Investment (ROI)

The financial aspect of business travel is a critical consideration for organizations. Justifying travel expenses requires a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis, showcasing the potential return on investment (ROI) from the trip. Factors like increased sales, new contracts, or improved market insights resulting from the travel contribute to a positive ROI.

4. Enhancing collaboration and innovation

Business travel fosters collaboration among team members and departments. In-person meetings encourage creative problem-solving, brainstorming, and sharing of ideas that may not be as effective in virtual settings. Justifying business travel as a means to enhance innovation and teamwork can strengthen the case for travel approvals.

5. Addressing cultural nuances and local insights

Entering new markets often demands a deeper understanding of cultural nuances and local practices. Business travel allows professionals to immerse themselves in the local environment, gaining valuable insights and adapting strategies accordingly. Demonstrating the importance of firsthand cultural experiences for successful market penetration can be a compelling argument for travel justification.

6. Mitigating project risks

For complex projects or critical assignments, business travel may be necessary to mitigate potential risks. Being physically present at project sites allows for real-time assessment, efficient problem-solving, and timely decision-making. Emphasizing the importance of risk management and project success through travel can help secure travel approvals.

7. Capitalizing on time-sensitive opportunities:

In the fast-paced and competitive business environment, certain opportunities arise that demand swift action and immediate attention. These time-sensitive opportunities can include last-minute deals, urgent client requests, time-bound projects, or critical industry events. Justifying business travel for such occasions is essential to seize the moment and gain a competitive edge.

8. Seizing last-minute deals

In the business world, opportunities may present themselves unexpectedly. Justifying business travel to capitalize on last-minute deals can lead to significant cost savings, new partnerships, or increased sales. Being physically present to negotiate terms, finalize contracts, and establish trust with potential clients or partners can make a crucial difference in securing lucrative opportunities.

9. Responding to urgent client requests

Client satisfaction is paramount in any business. When a client makes an urgent request or expresses the need for immediate attention, business travel becomes imperative. Justifying travel to address clients’ urgent needs demonstrates a high level of responsiveness and dedication to providing excellent customer service.

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10. Meeting time-bound project deadlines

For time-bound projects or time-critical deliverables, in-person collaboration may be essential to ensure successful project completion. Justifying travel for project-related purposes emphasizes the organization’s commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results on time.

11. Engaging in critical industry events

Certain industry events, conferences, or trade shows are time-sensitive and have a limited duration. Justifying business travel to participate in these events allows professionals to network with key industry players, stay updated on the latest trends, and identify potential opportunities or collaborations that may not be available at other times.

12. Navigating regulatory changes

In some cases, regulatory changes or policy updates may require immediate attention. Justifying business travel to address compliance-related matters or to engage with regulatory authorities can prevent potential disruptions to business operations and protect the organization’s interests.

13. Securing time-bound funding or investment opportunities

Time-sensitive funding rounds, investment opportunities, or grant applications may necessitate immediate action. Justifying travel to participate in pitch meetings, secure funding, or present proposals in person can significantly enhance the chances of success.

14. Ensuring timely project oversight

For large-scale projects or those with remote teams, business travel allows for on-site project oversight and efficient communication. Justifying travel for project monitoring demonstrates the organization’s commitment to ensuring the smooth execution of critical initiatives.

15. Building trust and credibility

Face-to-face interactions create trust and credibility, particularly in negotiations and sensitive business deals. Demonstrating how business travel enhances the organization’s reputation and fosters goodwill can bolster the case for travel approvals.

16. Networking and industry insights

Attending conferences and industry events offer unparalleled networking opportunities and access to valuable industry insights. Justifying business travel as a means to stay abreast of the latest trends, technological advancements, and competitor analysis adds value to the organization.

Business travel justification is more than just an administrative requirement; it is a strategic process that emphasizes the value of human interaction, growth opportunities, and measurable results. By aligning travel plans with business objectives, maximizing ROI, and highlighting the intangible benefits of face-to-face interactions, organizations can make compelling cases for business travel approvals. As travel policies evolve to adapt to changing times, embracing thoughtful business travel justification can lead to purposeful ventures, fruitful collaborations, and sustainable growth for the organization. Remember, behind each justified business trip lies the potential for transformative business success.

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Business Travel Justification FAQs

Why is business travel justification important.

Business travel justification is essential for ensuring that company resources are used efficiently. It helps management evaluate the necessity of each trip, control expenses, and align travel with strategic goals.

What should be included in a business travel justification request?

A travel justification request should include the purpose of the trip, specific business objectives, expected outcomes, a breakdown of expenses, and how the travel aligns with overall strategy of the company.

Who typically needs to provide business travel justification?

Employees, managers, or project leaders who are requesting approval for a business trip are responsible for providing the travel justification. This ensures transparency and accountability in travel-related decisions.

How can I demonstrate the importance of the business trip?

To demonstrate the importance of a business trip, emphasize the specific goals, outcomes, and potential benefits the trip will bring to the company, such as securing new clients, attending critical industry events, or conducting essential research.

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What is business travel? Definition and examples

If you fly somewhere on behalf of your company, you are one of the millions of people involved in Business Travel each year worldwide. The term business travel refers to traveling for work purposes. We call each journey a business trip . If you drive across town to visit a client, that is not business travel. Business travel is longer.

If I say: “John is on a business trip,” we imagine he will be away for more than one day.

Wikipedia.org has the following definition of the term :

“Business travel is travel undertaken for work or business purposes, as opposed to other types of travel, such as for leisure purposes or regularly commuting between one’s home and workplace.”

Why go on a business trip?

There are literally dozens of reasons for business travel. Even if your employer is not a commercial entity, your trips may still be classed as business ones.

What about military personnel who specialize in purchasing defense equipment, missiles, vehicles, and airplanes who are flying to a military air show? Is this an example of business travel? Yes, it is.

So, rather than saying that business travel relates to journeys that are business related, we should say that they are work related.

Below is a list of types of trips people can make for work purposes:

• Attending a conference, convention, or trade show.
• Considering, examining, inspecting, or assessing new markets.
• Evaluating a project site.
• Going for a job interview far away (especially if your are an executive or specialized professional).
• Installing equipment for a customer.
• Meeting with colleagues (from the same company) at a faraway location.
• Motivating your staff to boost employee loyalty.
• Negotiating with suppliers.
• Networking.
• Promoting a product or service.
• Seeing a demonstration of something you may buy.
• Visiting customers.
• Meeting prospects (contacts who could turn into a customers).
• Apologizing to somebody.

Business travel and COVID-19

The market for business travel globally is huge. The World Health Organization says that approximately thirty percent of international trips are business-related. Until the coronavirus (COVID) pandemic hit at the beginning of 2020, the market had been forecast to expand rapidly over the next decade.

However, COVID-19 changed all that. The year 2020 saw a dramatic decline in all types of travel, including by air, ship, and land. Business traveler numbers are no exception. As businesses embrace modern telecommunication tools to communicate with employees, clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders, a new trend has evolved – the trend of replacing business travel with online meetings and events.

In August 2020, in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, Alexander Joe wrote the following in an article we published :

“Business travel has been hit hard during the pandemic. Before you make travel arrangements, make sure that you are permitted to enter your country of destination by checking the latest government guidelines. If possible, it is wise to avoid travel, and if possible, to conduct meetings with colleagues and clients digitally for the time being.”

A permanent trend?

Many conference organizers and airline executives wonder whether this new online trend will prevail after the pandemic is over. Companies have not only found that modern technology is suitable for their needs, but also that communicating online with faraway people is considerably cheaper than face-to-face.

Anything that saves money and helps boost the bottom line is an attractive prospect for CEOs and board members. Bottom line , in this context , means net profit, net earnings, net income, or net EPS (earnings per share).

In a BBC article, Natasha Frost wrote :

“Since the Covid-19 pandemic hit, business travel has ground to a halt. We’ve moved critical client meetings to Zoom, allowed our frequent-flier cards to gather dust and learned how to communicate with colleagues around the world without jumping on a plane.”

“But is this the start of a new normal for business travel?”

Pros and cons of business travel

Traveling is great for broadening the mind and learning new things. However, if somebody has a family, there is definitely a price to pay. Missing family events may contribute to relationship difficulties.

It is also difficult if you don’t have any children but have a partner at home that you like to be with as much as possible.

Many people who travel frequently on business say that they feel lonely while away. Healthcare professionals, for example, have commented that several of their patients who regularly go on business trips show signs of declining mental health, and in some cases, depression.

Jet lag or jet lag disorder is common for people who travel across time zones. Jet lag is primarily a temporary sleep disorder which can make you feel unwell and cause daytime fatigue. Sufferers often find it hard to stay alert and may also have gastrointestinal problems.

If you suffer from jet lag, you have a greater risk of being involved in a road accident. Try to get somebody else to drive if you feel drowsy when you get back from your trip.

If your business travel is successful, i.e., good for your employer, your opportunities for promotion may improve. If you visit branches of your company, you will make new face-to-face contacts. In fact, one of them may offer you an interesting position in the future. Without your trips, this opportunity may never arise.

On a personal note, if you like learning about different cultures and how people abroad go about their lives, business travel is great. Not only do you learn a lot, but you also do it on the company’s expense.

If you accumulate lots of airmiles or reward points, you can use them for big discounts when you take your family on vacation. You may get special concessions from airlines, airports (VIP lounges), hotel chains, restaurants, currency exchange agencies, and car rental companies.

With the advancement of smart technology, business travel is becoming more efficient as travelers can check in, navigate airports, and manage itineraries using their smartphones.

Terms related to business travel

There are many words and expressions in the English language that are related to business travel. Let’s look at six compound phrases that contain the words “business travel,” understand their meanings, and see how they are used in a sentence:

Business travel expenses

The costs incurred while traveling for work purposes. Example: “The finance department requires all receipts to accurately reimburse business travel expenses.”

Business travel policy

A set of guidelines a company establishes for employees to follow when traveling on business. Example: “Before booking your flight, please review the business travel policy for approved airlines and accommodation.”

Business travel insurance

Insurance coverage designed to protect travelers from risks associated with traveling for work. Example: “Given the unpredictability of international trips, our company always recommends purchasing business travel insurance.”

Business travel management

The process or practice of managing and organizing corporate travel. Example: “Our agency specializes in business travel management, ensuring clients have a seamless experience.”

Business travel consultant

A professional who advises on and arranges all aspects of travel for businesses and their employees. Example: “To optimize our travel budget, we hired a business travel consultant.”

Business travel planner

A tool or service used to organize the details of travel for work. Example: “The business travel planner app was instrumental in coordinating the complex itinerary for our sales team’s roadshow.”

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Wondering what is a travel blog? I answer that and how you can make money with one!

Travel blogging is all the rage (and or good reason) but there definition for what actually constitutes as a travel blog depends on who you ask.

But I promise, it’s actually pretty simply (and easy to get started).

A travel blog is simply a blog focused on travel. But there’s usually a little more to it than that — while you CAN make a generic travel blog, the riches are in the niches, as they say.

Most travel blogs focus on something specific, like a style of travel (for example, cruises), a specific destination (like Thailand), or something else like what to pack or the best food along the road.

There are PLENTY of niches that you can start with.

If you’re passionate about travel and you want to share your love of it with, then travel blogging might be for you. There is plenty of opportunity, and you can even monetize it to help you create a solid, stable income (with time, of course).

Still not clear on what a travel blog is? No worries.

By the end of this handy little travel blogging guide, you’ll understand exactly what a travel blog is and how you can start your own and earn money with it. I LOVE travel blogging, here’s what you need to know about it:

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What is a travel blog?

A travel blog is a blog that’s specifically dedicated to travel in some capacity.

Travel bloggers share stories, tips and tricks about traveling.

There are a ton of different sub niches, which help bloggers curate their ideal audience with a focus. The more niche the blog, the easier it is to start growing.

What Type of Things Are Included in a Travel Blog?

Travel blogs can feature almost any kind of content related to travel from packing lists to destination guides.

Some of the most popular types of travel content you’ll find on blogs include:

Trip Recaps

These are essentially reviews of specific trips the blogger was on.

These types of posts are focused on the writer’s experience and often take a story-like format.

They often feature original images and snippets about specific activities and experiences they had.

This is a great way to get a snapshot of a location and learn from a blogger’s experience — but it’s not specifically an itinerary or recommendations guide.

Itineraries

Itineraries are great for covering keywords like “three days in Rome” and other time-specific Google search phrases.

These guide you through the essentials of a specific destination and help the reader plan a trip that will make the most of their (often limited) time at the destination.

These are often focused around things to do and places to eat.

Tips are informational content that usually appears in the form of listicles.

These are great for addressing questions that people have about a destination like the top safety tips for solo female travelers.

These are another great opportunity to help people plan their trip (or even start thinking about traveling) and can be destination-specific or more generalized.

Packing Lists

If you’re looking for a great opportunity to link to specific gear reviews you have, provide a mass list of affiliate links, and even capture emails, packing lists are for you.

These types of content are listicles, and they are great for helping fill in the gaps that travelers may have and are also great for affiliate marketing.

This is especially popular for hiking bloggers.

Tour and Hotel Reviews

For bloggers that regularly travel, tour, and hotels reviews put a personal spin on whether or not a reader should try a particular tour or hotel.

They cover everything from the rooms, to food, and transportation.

They are great for affiliate marketing but add a real personal spin to them which is great, especially in today’s and age.

Travel Gear Reviews

Just like hotel and tour reviews, travel gear reviews cover your personal opinions on what you take with you while you’re traveling.

If you’re a digital nomad blogger , you might review your favorite Bluetooth keyboard, likewise if you’re a scuba diver you might review your favorite flippers.

These are great for affiliate links.

Financial Advice 

Blog articles that are based on financial and budget advice while traveling.

These guides are mostly informational, but you could sell digital products surrounding them. Including these on your travel blog will have to make sense — not ALL will features these.

It’s also important to factor in your audience when you create these, if you run a budget-friendly travel blog, luxury budgets are not what you’ll be talking about.

Photographs

The BEST travel blogs feature original photographs.

Not only is this great for the reader’s experience, but Google really loves them when it comes to making content that ranks.

Original photographs help better illustrate the story you are telling, and can also be a great opportunity to make money. You can even sell your photographs or use them in your own business ventures.

For this you’ll need a good camera.

Your “about page” has considerably more value for a travel blogger than most believe.

This is where both your readers and Google understand who you are and WHY it’s you that should be telling the story.

Google relies on experience as part of their core ranking factors, and it’s your about page that can help them identify who you are.

See mine here as an example.

Travel bloggers sometimes also create video content.

This isn’t true straight across the board, not everyone works with video. But YouTube is a great place to show off your personality and get more people to know you.

It s also a great place to rank highly in video search which is something Google relies on more and more each day.

Check out my Youtube here .

Special Discounts

Travel bloggers can also share special discounts with their readers.

These discounts are usually associated with your affiliate marketing partners, and it’s a great way to share your favorite things with your readers at a discounted price.

By sharing these significant discounts, you can entice your readers to not only buy from you, but keep in touch to watch for more.

Types of Travel Blog Niches

There are PLENTY of opportunities in the overarching travel niche.

It’s important to point out that while I’ve created a list of many of the most popular, this is not the be-all, end-all of travel blogging niches .

If you’re interested in something that’s not on this list, chances are there’s still an audience out there for you.

Traveling With Kids

Traveling with kids in tow is a whole other travel-related ball game, and there is plenty of opportunity.

Whether it’s traveling with a family of five (you know, since most “family passes” are made for a group of four) or trotting across the globe with children of a specific age, there’s an audience out there seeking tips.

I’ve seen travel blogs about everything you can think of, from heading on a plane with your newborn baby to RVing around the USA with a pack of teenagers in the back.

Family travel is a popular niche because there are A LOT of different types and styles of families out there, and planning a trip is a lot of work. People need the advice from others who have been there done that.

Ecotourism and Sustainability

Responsible travel is a fast growing niche, and it’s well worth consideration if you’ve just started your own travel blog.

This sub niche of travel focuses on exploring the world without leaving a big impact. It’s aimed at people who want to see the world, but also want to do it in a way that s respectful of the environment.

The idea is that if you can have fun while making a difference (or NOT making one) in the process, why wouldn’t you?

Sub niches of this sub niche could be budget friendly sustainable travel or even luxury ecotourism.

Road Tripping

Traveling in a car is different than traveling on a plane, train, or even a boat.

It means packing smart, heading to destinations that are within driving distance, and seeing the world a little bit slower.

It’s a great way to see a lot of places without spending a lot — and a fun niche to work in.

You can write about how to plan a road trip, where to stay along the way, and even how to make money as you go (like collecting cans for recycling).

RV travel is a slight variation on road travel in that your place to stay goes with you.

There is plenty of opportunity to work in this niche, and it’s a great way to fund your own RV travels (once you have your blog monetized.

You can also blog as a service within this niche — connect with any prospective RV owners and help them to plan their own road trips or offer to provide content to RV parks, campgrounds or even retailers.

Foodie Travel

Traveling is a great way to experience and taste the world around you.

If you’re a foodie, you can help others find the best foodie destinations and places to eat.  It’s a rewarding and delicious way to have fun when you start content creation .

If you want to step up your game, you can add recipes to your blog that help the travelers bring the delicious food home.

This is a great niche if you’re a good photographer or create new recipes.

Solo Travel

Solo travel is a big trending niche right now.

Not everyone needs (or wants) a travel partner, and many people like to travel on their own. If you’re a solo traveler, you can share your experiences in your blogs and create content that caters to solo travelers.

Affiliate links, display ads and even digital products and courses are popular in this niche.

Destination-specific Blogs

From Mexico to Thailand, destination-specific blogs are a great way to make money with a travel blog.

This is a solid sub niche for you if you know a destination VERY well.

These combine a little bit of all the different blog posts out there, but it’s all focused on one specific place.

Outfits, Gear and Packing Lists

If you LOVE a good packing experiment, this might be the sub niche for you.

It focuses on what you can bring with you along your travels, and helps travelers set up stellar packing lists so they know they’ll have what they need on the road.

This is a great way for those of us that love to test out products and share our reviews.

25 Travel Blog Examples

There are SO MANY different kinds of travel blogs out there. From theme parks to traveling with your best furry friend, I’ve gathered a few examples from the best sub niches out there.

You’ll find a quick description of each blog below, and some notes on how they make their income.

It’s important to note that I’m basing income notes on what I can SEE, I don’t have intimate knowledge of the income of these blogs or how much they make.

Sub niche: Fashion and Packing

1. travel fashion girl.

Travel Fashion Girl is the premier fashion travel blog on the ‘net.

It’s won multiple awards and sees millions of visitors per year.

The content is primarily focused on packing lists and guides — what to wear, cool travel gadgets, and the best bags.

It earns its income primarily through affiliates and display advertising, but they also have digital products for sale.

2. Her Packing List

If you’re interested in the fashion and packing sub niche, Her Packing List is another one to look at.

It’s not as established as Travel Fashion Girl, but it covers similar topics. You’ll find content about packing lists, the best bags to travel with, cool new gadgets, and other things that will make your travel experience stellar (and fashionable).

The blog employs affiliate links and display advertising, along with a packing masterclass.

Sub niche: Destination-specific

3. travel mexico solo.

Travel Mexico Solo combines a few niches including solo travel. However, its biggest claim-to-fame is being one of the world’s biggest Mexico travel blogs. When it comes to earning income, the site features affiliate links and display ads, along with a few digital products.

4. The Art of Living in Turkey

Also featuring a country-specific focus, The Art of Living in Turkey focuses on long-term (or even permanent) travel in the country.

Topics vary from purchasing a SIM card to popular Turkish TV shows and sayings.

To our (limited) knowledge, we can only see affiliate links on the blog for income.

5. Ottawa Things To Do

Niching down further, Ottawa Things To Do focuses on the Canadian city of Ottawa.

This city-specific blog features affiliate links and display ads with Ezoic to earn income.

Because of its singular focus, there’s a high potential for sponsored content as well.

6. Uncover the Magic

Destination-specific content doesn’t just encompass countries and cities, it can also cover things like Disney travel!

Uncover The Magic is a Disney-focused blog that talks about all things Disney resorts from Anaheim to Tokyo.

Their income is earned primarily via affiliate links.

Niche: Foodie Travel

7. bacon is magic.

Food is an essential part of travel, especially for foodies.

Bacon is Magic is a food-focused blog that covers the best places to eat around the world, and shares recipes that you can recreate when you’re back home.

The blog features display advertising and affiliate marketing as income earning opportunities.

8. Epicure and Culture

Epicure and Culture features two prominent sub-niches: food and sustainable travel.

You can find everything you need to know about food and drink around the world, along with how to visit countries sustainably.

It features both affiliate links and display ads to earn income.

Sub Niche: Transportation Type

9. stylish cruising.

Stylish Cruising is a blog focused on as specific transportation style: the cruise.

You can learn everything you need to know about taking a cruise from how much to tip, where to go, and what you can expect.

It earns income through affiliate links that point you in the direction of things that help you book the perfect cruise, and make it better.

10. USA Road Trip Now – NOW RETIRED

Road tripping is another popular way to enjoy travel, and USA Road Trip Now combines destination-specific travel (USA) and transportation (via car).

This blog shares the best road trip destinations and gives advice on how to plan them.

There are no obvious income earning channels on this blog.

11. Cool RVers

Traveling in an RV is a great way to explore, and Cool RVers is a blog that helps RVers keep their travel vehicle in tip-top shape and provides tips for the road.

The site earns income via affiliate links and display advertising.

Sub niche: solo travel

12. a single woman traveling.

It’s all in the name with A Single Woman Traveling.

Here you can get tips and tricks for the best gear and destination that will make your solo travel experience top notch.

The site appears to make money from display ads and affiliate marketing.

13. Adventurous Kate

If you’re looking for bigger travel blogs to check out, Adventurous Kate has your back.

This solo travel blog is focused on helping women safely travel the world alone by providing tips, tricks, and destination guides.

The site makes money with affiliate marketing and display advertising.

Niche: Eco-travel

14. pina travels.

Focusing on responsible travels, Pina Travels provides tips, tricks, and destination guides that help you travel around the world while leaving a smaller impact.

It looks like this eco travel site primarily earns income via affiliate marketing links.

15. Soul Travel Blog

The Soul Travel Blog is all about remembering the magic of the journey.

Focusing on sustainability and experience, it shares destination guides and tips to having a truly soulful journey.

They earn income, via affiliate links along with astro-cartography services.

Sub Niche: Family Travel

16. let’s jet kids.

Let’s Jet Kids is all about family fun and traveling.

From road trips to international travel, there are plenty of tips and tricks for family that are looking to take their families on the road.

The site earns money via affiliate marketing.

17. Baby Can Travel

Traveling with babies is a whole different ball game, but Baby Can Travel helps you understand that it’s entirely possible.

Between the right baby gear to keep you and your little co-pilot on the road to where the best baby-friendly destinations are, thus the blog is here to help.

It earns money via affiliate links and display ads.

Sub niche: Digital Nomad / Working Abroad

18. the digital nomad journey.

The Digital Nomad Journey tells you exactly what it is right in the title.

This blog is focused on walking people through setting up and living their best life on the road. It shares tips, tricks, and destination guides.

The site earns income via affiliate links, courses, and digital products.

19. Nina Out and About

If you’ve been around here for a while, you’ve probably heard of my blog, Nina Out & About.

It’s a travel blog focused on expat travel both within Canada and worldwide.

I earn my income via affiliates, display advertising, and digital products.

Sub Niche: Things to Do

20. tales of a backpacker.

For solo women looking to backpack around the world, Tales of a Backpack is the go-to guide.

It covers everything from being a digital nomad and making money on the road to destination guides.

They make their income via affiliates and display advertising.

21. Fat Girls Hiking

Fat Girls Hiking is a digital guide for plus size hikers.

It’s all about finding the best plus size equipment to hitting the best trails. They earn income via affiliates, display ads, merchandise, and donations.

Note that this does actually spin off into local meet-up groups as well.

22. Girls That Scuba

Who doesn’t love a little underwater action?

Girls That Scuba is a blog all about women who head underwater and dive. Everything from the best destinations to how to learn, this is your go-to guide.

They earn income by display advertising, physical products, group trips, and affiliate income.

Sub niche: Special Interest Travel

22. the lady dicks.

The Lady Dicks is a blog and podcast about spooky travel. Focusing on haunted history, it shares where you can stay, stories you might (not) want to hear, and the best destinations to check out.

They earn income via affiliate links and partnerships.

23. Traveling With Your Pets

Who wants to leave your best bud behind? Traveling With Your Pets makes sure you don’t have to do that.

It earns money via affiliates and shares everything from how to cruise with your dog to the best travel kennels you can buy.

24. World Heritage Sites

Another history-focused travel guide is World Heritage Sites.

This blog shares tips and tricks for visiting famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites — perfect for anyone who loves to walk through history.

It earns its income via affiliate marketing.

25. Theme Park Blogger

Another niche, special interest travel blog is the Theme Park Blogger.

Like the title indicates, this blog shares everything you need to know about heading to a theme park.

It earns money via display advertising, and likely also affiliate links.

How to Start a Travel Blog

Pick a niche.

You don’t want to just start a “travel blog.”

There’s A LOT of things to cover under that umbrella, and you certainly can’t cover it all.

For the best opportunity to grow your blog as a beginner, I highly recommend niching down.

Remember that you can always expand your niche when you’re ready, but it can be a bit more challenging to rein it in.

I recommend picking something that you’re knowledgeable, interested in, and, if you can, that you have stellar pictures of — Google loves an original photo.

Set Up Your Blog

There’s a bit of technical work that goes into running a blog, luckily it’s all pretty easy.

You need to decide on a blog name , purchase a domain name and get yourself monthly hosting with a company like Lyrical Host.

From there you install a theme (Kadence is my favorite, and you can use it for free!) and start creating stellar content.

Don’t forget to set up an About and Contact page.

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Find Keywords

If you’re starting from zero, you’ll want to find some low competition high volume keywords.

These are keywords that you’ll have a better chance of ranking content for when you’re first starting out.

As a search engine optimization expert, I’ve got a lot of free education out there that you can learn from and get started.

But simply put, I recommend using a program like RankIQ or Keysearch to help you find those perfect words.

Solid keyword research can also help you build a solid outline that covers the content in detail — enough detail for Google to enjoy it.

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Create Content

When it comes to blogging, creating content is what it’s all about.

No content means nothing to rank or monetize, and if you’re not doing that then I’d say it really isn’t all that worth it.

Honestly, blogging is A LOT of work to be a project you do simply for fun.

You want to create content that fully answers whatever query is being searched on Google. Your goal is to make sure that your reader can find anything they need within your piece and don’t have to look elsewhere.

If you’re not a strong writer, I recommend investing in an AI writer to help you out.

Monetize Your Blog

When it comes to earning money from your blog, you need to monetize the content.

Monetizing your content starts with finding the right affiliate programs to work with. You can do this by checking out a network like Travelpayouts or Impact Radius.

Once you find the best programs, you want to insert links in places they work naturally.

Don’t forget to disclose that you’re working with affiliates (you’ll see my disclosure under the title of this post).

Promote! Promote! Promote!

No one can buy anything from you if they don’t know you’re there.

You need people to come to your blog to earn money with it, so it’s important that you get started telling everyone you know.

Pick a social media platform and start building your brand.

Don’t forget to start an email list so you can bring people back!

Do travel bloggers make money?

Yes, you can totally make money travel blogging — I’m living proof of that.

My blog, Nina Out and About makes me over $10,000 per month via a combination of digital product sales, display advertising, and affiliate income. In January 2022, I made over $31k passively this way from that site.

Travel blogging can be a solid way to earn passive(ish, honestly, there’s still a lot of work involved) income that can then be used to fund future travel… if that’s what you’re going for.

I know people roll their eyes when we start talking about earning an income online, but it’s a serious thing that can be done if you’re willing to put the work into it.

Travel bloggers absolutely can make money, and if you’re willing to put the work into it, you might be one of those too!

How much money can you make from a travel blog?

January 2022 travel blog income :

Affiliates = $24,719.80

Digital Products + Email Sponsors = $6,901.74

Mediavine Ads = $1,381.41

(This is all from my one travel blog, not from this SEO site or SEO products related to this site. I made an extra about $150 from my other travel blog too in January.)

How To Make Money With a Travel Blog

Find yourself wondering “should I start a travel blog” and day dreaming about the income you could possibly make… then doubting yourself?

Travel bloggers seriously do make cash, but it’s not necessarily a quick money-making solution.

There’s plenty of opportunity to make money with a travel blog, here’s how most of us do it:

Display Advertising

If you want to be a successful travel blogger, you’ll want to bring in a lot of traffic and monetize with display advertising.

Advertising gets a bit of a bad rap, but realistically it’s why many of the big name bloggers can bring in as much as they do (myself included).

Your goal is to get on a premium ad network like Mediavine or AdThrive. These networks give you the best RPMs that can help you earn the most money, but they’re not easy to get into.

For Mediavine, you’ll need at least 50,000 sessions in the last 30 days, and for AdThrive you’re talking over 100,000 page views.

Affiliate Marketing

You can get started with affiliate marketing as soon as you publish your first post.

Affiliate marketing is when you promote a brands products with tracked links and when your audience clicks through and makes a purchase, you earn a small percentage or fixed amount from the sale.

There are a ton of great affiliate programs within the travel niche.

My favorite network is Travelpayouts that lets you connect with some of the biggest brands in the industry from Viator to BusBud.

But you can find a ton of programs on almost every affiliate network out there.

Digital Products and Courses

From travel packing lists to courses on how to move across the globe, there are plenty of digital products that you can create for your travel blog.

These are a great way to monetize your blog because you make them once and can sell them for as long as you want.

Not to mention that you get a considerably higher payout than you do from affiliates and ad networks (in most cases).

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Merchandise

If you have a bigger brand that people resonate with (or you’re trying to make one), you could consider selling merchandise.

There are plenty of companies that let you create a design and use a print-on-demand model so you don’t have to keep any inventory on hand.

This can be a great way to earn from your audience.

Memberships

If you’ve built a brand that has an engaged audience or group, running a membership might be a stellar idea.

What I like about memberships is that they feature a recurring income that can help you do better financial planning for your business.

Yes, your blog is a business , and having a solid financial plan will make a difference. Memberships are great because you can offer them at a low or high cost (depending on what you’re providing) and you can share as much or little as you want.

Build a community and monetize it, it could be a start of a serious money-making adventure.

This isn’t the best strategy when it comes to travel blogging for beginners, but if you’ve established something it could be a great place to grow.

What is the meaning of the travel blog?

Travel blogs are focused on sharing tips, tricks and insights about travel. The goal is to pave the figurative road for the next travel and make their trip easier and more enjoyable. Whether its sharing the best things to do or what to pack, travel blogs aim to help people travel better.

How do you write a travel blog?

Writing a travel blog starts with gathering the right keywords that your audience is already searching for. Once you’ve found stellar keywords, you need to write solid, engaging content that your audience wants to read. Then you want to optimize and monetize your content, so people can find it on Google and make purchases.

What are the main features of a travel blog? 

Travel blogs feature travel-related content like packing lists and destination guides, a detailed about page that will tell your readers (and Google) what you’re all about, crisp, enticing photos from your travels, and, in some cases even video. The main feature of a travel blog is the written content that attracts and engages your readers.

What is the best travel blog?

The best travel blog depends on what kind of travel you’re looking for. There are plenty of great examples in almost every sub niche from destination-specific content to types of travel. One of the most popular ones is Nomadic Matt.

What is the best WordPress theme for a travel blog?

Kadence is the theme I recommend for travel blogs. Whether you’re looking for something free or a pro-level theme, Kadence has it all. You can use their starter templates to make something that looks nice and has a solid speed. But you can get pro themes from companies like Restored 316. Whatever you’re looking for, you can make it on Kadence.

How much does it cost to start a travel blog?

Starting a travel blog can be a great budget-friendly way to start earning income. While it’s a long-term game, you can get buy spending only a few dollars for month on WordPress hosting. That said, I do recommend that you spend a little extra on a program like Keysearch or RankIQ that can help you create well-optimized content that readers can find and enjoy.

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To be clear: blogging about travel (or blogging of any sort) is a long-term game. You’re not going to earn thousands right out of the gate. But if you’re willing to put the work into it, you can see some serious ROI.

There are plenty of sub niches within the overarching travel category, meaning whatever you’re interested in there’s an audience for you.

Whether you want to talk about your solo travel adventures or share travel tips and tricks for heading out with a toddler, the right keywords and content can help you find the perfect audience.

If you love creating content (particularly written content), can snap a quality photo, and might even be interested in hosting a YouTube channel (totally optional), then travel blogging might be worth it for you.

I’ve seen some great success, and I love sharing tips and tricks for getting there.

That dream life you want, traveling and sharing your adventures, it’s well within your reach as long as you’re willing to put the work in.

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Scope and future of tourism management

Tourism is considered to be an important aspect of economic growth and the development of a nation. According to the  United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) , global tourism is expected to reach 1.6 billion (in terms of international arrivals) by the year 2020. Tourism management is generally considered a bright and potential employment sector as it offers a wide variety of career opportunities in both the private and public sector. This article covers the details of tourism management courses and the prospective job opportunities that it can offer you.

What are the different types of tourism?

Tourism is an evolving industry that provides tourists with various experiences that help promote the country, region, or whatever type of destination they are travelling to. There are many different kinds of tourism, and each one caters to a different set of interests. Here are the three main types of tourism:

Domestic Tourism: Domestic tourism refers to travel within your own country. It entails traveling to various regions, cities, or towns within the same country for business, pleasure, or other purposes. Domestic tourism is important for the growth of the tourism business in a country because it helps the economy and encourages other people enthusiastic about promoting local tourism.

Inbound Tourism: Inbound tourism refers to tourism by foreign visitors to a destination country. It involves international travel for pleasure, commerce, or other reasons. People who want to explore new cultures, experience various lifestyles, and visit historical and natural landmarks frequently engage in inbound tourism. Inbound tourism is essential to the growth of a country’s tourism industry because it contributes to the economy and helps promote the country as a travel destination.

Outbound Tourism: Outbound tourism refers to the practice of individuals traveling outside of their country of residence for tourism, business, or other purposes. Outbound tourism plays an essential role to the development of a country’s tourism industry because it adds significantly to the economy and promotes international travel.

What is tourism management?

Tourism management is a multidisciplinary field that includes all activities related to the tourism and hospitality industries. It prepares candidates with the experience and training required to hold managerial positions in food, accommodation and tourism industry. The three major areas of tourism management are:

• Business administration (finance, human resources and marketing activities);
• Management theories and principles;
• Tourism industry (travel accommodation, environmental factors and tourism organizations)

Tourism management implements marketing efforts in attracting tourists to travel to particular destinations. This involves the management of a variety of activities such as:

• Studying tour destination;
• Planning the tour;
• Making travel arrangements;
• Providing accommodation.

Who is eligible for a tourism management course?

• You should obtain an Ontario Secondary School Diploma certificate or equivalent;
• Your age should be 18 years or older;
• You should gain a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 (or its equivalent for non-native English speakers).

What is the course structure of tourism management?

• Front Office Operations – this includes an introduction about the systems and procedures required for Front Desk Office Operations. It helps students develop skills related to reception procedures.
• Customer Service – this module elaborates on the importance of effective communication skills while dealing with customers. It provides students with a better understanding of customer relations and services.
• Food and Beverage Management – focuses on the operations related to food and beverage management. It includes the following topics:
• Food and beverage operations;
• Standard product costs and pricing strategies;
• Productions;
• Controlling;
• Facility design, layout and equipment.
• Hospitality Accounting – this module can help a student enhance their decision making process in the field of management. It provides an in-depth knowledge about the processes and practices of hotel business.
• Human Resource Management  – this module is structured to train students to build a strategic and coherent approach to their organizations assets. Students get an opportunity to learn about effective business practices of the hospitality industry.

Other modules covered by a tourism management course are as follows:

• Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism;
• Housekeeping;
• Food and Beverage Operations;
• Food Sanitation, Safety and Health;
• Organizational Behavior in the Hospitality Industry;
• Facilities and Maintenance Management;
• Marketing in Hospitality and Tourism;
• Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events;
• Issues in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry;
• Resort Management;
• Niche and Specialty Management.

How long is a tourism management course and how much does it cost?

The tourism management course is a full-time program lasting two years. It consists of 48 weeks of in-class academic sessions. The total length of the course exceeds up to 78 weeks, including scheduled breaks. The total course fee of the tourism management program is CAD 19,000.

What is the career scope of the tourism Industry?

Tour Manager (Average annual salary:  $49,150 )  – they must possess language skills and knowledge about weather, customs and tourist attractions. Their main role is to ensure that the tour goes smoothly and tourists get to enjoy themselves during their holiday. Tour managers should have networking and customer service skills as well as a good grasp of the following subjects:

• Archaeology;
• Modern languages;
• Travel, tourism and leisure studies.

Let’s look at some of the responsibilities of a tour manager:

• Accompanying native and foreign groups travelling by bus, planes, boats and trains;
• Welcoming holidaymakers at the starting point and explaining travel arrangements (food, culture, itineraries and destinations) and stop-over points in detail;
• Resolving logistic issues and coordinating travel arrangements;
• Checking tickets or other relevant documents, as well as attending to special requirements such as seat allocations, passport or immigration issues;
• Making accommodation bookings on proposed dates and ensuring that the accommodation is satisfactory;
• Dealing with emergencies and responding to questions from tourists.

The career scope of the tourism industry does not only cover tours and other forms of travel; it also expands to the hospitality sector. Here’s an example of what a career as a Hotel Manager in Canada would look like:

Hotel Manager (Average annual salary:  $42,967 )  – their function is to manage hotel employees and day-to-day operations of a hotel. This may include front-of-house reception, food and beverage operations, budgeting and financial management. They are expected to have an understanding of hotel management practices and relevant laws and guidelines. They execute the following tasks:

• Analysing and interpreting financial information;
• Implementing effective marketing strategies to promote the hotel’s services;
• Monitoring sales and profits;
• Supervising maintenance, supplies, renovations and furnishings;
• Dealing with suppliers, travel agencies and event planners;
• Inspecting services and property regularly by enforcing strict compliance with health and safety standards.

The scope of tourism is so diverse that you can also explore opportunities in properties and real estate! A career as a Property Manager would look like the following:

Property Manager (Average annual salary:  $56,702 )  – property managers are assigned to work at a resort location to oversee the operations of a facility or assets. They are generally hired by property owners and real estate investors who are unable to manage their properties themselves. Commercial properties run by property managers include apartment complexes, retail malls and business offices. The basic responsibilities of a property manager are:

• Building an effective rental program;
• Providing customer services;
• Establishing positive relationships with long-term clients;
• Dealing with renovations;
• Coordinating group visits;
• Managing association-related business;
• Supervising and coordinating building maintenance;
• Resolving tenant concerns and complaints;
• Advertising, demonstrating and leasing vacant units;
• Collecting and depositing rent;
• Communicating with and sending updates to the property owner on the status of the property.

If you enjoy experiencing cultural exchanges, then you should opt for a tourism management career. Toronto School of Management (TSoM) offers an  Advanced Diploma in Hospitality and Tourism Management course  to help students enter the hospitality and tourism sector. This course can help you learn how to develop strategic plans for tourism and understand the needs of the target customers.

• What are some of the challenges facing the tourism industry? The tourism sector encounters various obstacles, including the effects of climate change, over-tourism in specific locations, geopolitical instability, evolving travel behaviours, and the emergence of accommodation alternatives.
• What are some of the opportunities for growth in the tourism industry? Despite the obstacles confronting the tourism industry, there are also numerous growth opportunities in this sector. These include the rise of responsible and sustainable tourism, the expansion of the digital economy, and potential for growth in niche markets such as adventure tourism, health and wellness tourism, and cultural tourism.
• How can individuals interested in pursuing a career in tourism management prepare for the future of the industry? Individuals pursuing a career in tourism management can prepare for a stable career by getting quality education in business management, marketing, and finance. It would also help you to have a solid grasp of the tourism industry, including its trends, challenges, and opportunities.

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