Age category: 11 – 14 years old.
Course Program
History of Tourism: In this module, children will learn about the history of tourism, from ancient times to current trends in the industry. They will also learn about tourist attractions and their role in the development of tourism.
Cultural Tourism: In this module, children will learn about cultural tourism and its types, such as visiting museums, galleries, theaters and concert halls. They will also learn how to organize tours and entertainment for tourists.
Tourism and Hospitality: In this module, children will learn about hospitality and its role in tourism. They will learn how to create a comfortable environment for tourists, including service in hotels and restaurants.
Geography of Tourism: In this module, children will learn about the geography of tourism and different tourist destinations. They will learn about the tourist resources of different countries, millionaire cities, resorts, ski centers, etc.
Tourism Marketing: In this module, children will learn the basics of marketing in tourism. They will learn about advertising campaigns, promotion of tourism products, and brand building in the tourism industry.
Excursion: In this module, children will learn about the profession of a tour guide and their role in tourism. They will learn how to create interesting excursions as well as develop tourist itineraries.
Tourism and Environment: In this module, children will learn about tourism and its impact on the environment. They will study the concept of sustainable tourism.
Course Schedule
Week 1: Introduction to Tourism and Travel
- Basic terms and concepts in tourism
- History of tourism
- Different types of tourism
- Popular Travel Destinations
Week 2: Geography
- Basics of Geography
- Geographic features of popular tourist destinations
- Cartography and Use of Maps
Week 3: Culture and the Arts
- Tourism and Culture
- Visiting Museums and Art Galleries
- Understanding Local Culture and Traditions
Week 4: Hospitality and Services
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Hotel and Restaurant Jobs
- Basic Customer Service
Week 5: Travel Planning
- Selecting Travel Destinations and Packages
- Ticket and hotel reservations
- Travel Preparation
Week 6: Travel Safety
- Basic safety rules for traveling
- Risk and Risk Management in Travel
- Travel Insurance and Medical Care
Week 7: Ecological Tourism
- Environmental Protection in Tourism
- Eco-friendly Tourism Destinations
- Socially Responsible Tourism
Week 8: Basics of Business
- Foundations of Business in Tourism
- Tourism Business Organization and Management
- Marketing in Tourism
In addition, we will have hands-on activities, role-plays, discussions and group projects during the course to help students gain the practical skills they need to be successful in the course and in future tourism. The total duration of the course is 8 weeks.