Everyday Is An Adventure
The World Is Your Oyster
From breathtaking mountains, to world heritage sites, the North Wales tourism industry is vibrant and full of adventure! A tourism career in the region is an occupation in demand with many long-term career opportunities.
Tourism Careers in North Wales
North Wales is one of the UK’s most beautiful and distinctive destinations, making it the perfect place to build your tourism career. Who knows where it could take you?
- Arts Administrator
- Concierge
- Countryside Manager
- Countryside Ranger
- Holiday Representative
- Museum or Gallery Manager
- Recreation Manager
- Restaurant Manager
- Sports and Leisure Centre Manager
- Social Media Manager
- Tour Guide
- Tourist Information Centre Assistant
- Train Manager
- Tram Driver
- Travel Adviser
- Travel Agency Manager
Training Beyond The Classroom
An education in tourism holds numerous benefits for your future and is a pathway to exciting opportunities. Here are some of the skills you could benefit from:
Practical Skills
One of the best things about career development in tourism offered by Academi Croeso is the hands-on experience. Most learning programmes are not just classroom based and have opportunities to gain experience in industry environments and learn from sector professionals.
Personal Growth
Working in the tourism industry equips you with a wide range of skills that can be transferred into different job roles across the industry. From social media management to hotel management, the possibilities are vast.
Cultural Enrichment
Although there are lots of tourism opportunities in North Wales, your experience will be global. Constantly meeting new people and having these experiences will give you a cultural awareness which is transferable to any career.
Environmental Awareness
You’ll develop a strong understanding of how to work sustainably - reducing waste, supporting local produce, or protecting the landscapes that make North Wales unique. You’ll gain the skills to make a positive impact, wherever your career takes you.
The Future of Tourism
The tourism industry is constantly evolving and it offers a diverse range of career routes.
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Training Routes
The tourism and hospitality industry is a key sector in North Wales, and within this exciting programme area, you will have the opportunity to study from Level 2 all the way through to degree-level as well as apprenticeship and commercial training opportunities from businesses leading the way in the sector.
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Our Partners
This project is part funded by the region’s Growth Deal which is delivered by Ambition North Wales. The North Wales Growth Deal is an agreement that will generate a total investment of over £1 billion in the region’s economy, £240m of which is funded by the Welsh Government and UK Government.
A hub at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai's Rhos-on-Sea campus part funded by the Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme - subject to full business case approval.