Tour Guide

REF 1637235

02.10.2024 | Abu Dhabi | full time

Description: Tour Guide Responsibilities:
Greeting and welcoming customers to the tour.
Informing customers about the itinerary for each tour.
Planning itineraries in accordance with weather forecasts and the length of each tour.
Scheduling visits and purchasing tickets to museums, galleries, protected parks, and other attractions ahead of time, if required.
Planning alternate activities in the event that cancellations, closures, or weather prohibit you from attending scheduled events.
Gathering and maintaining the requisite equipment for each tour.
Familiarizing yourself with the layout and history of the region or establishment in which you will be working.
Familiarizing customers with each region or establishment.
Encouraging guests to apply sunscreen regularly and to remain hydrated, if applicable.
Directing customers to other, noncompeting services that might be of interest to them.

Requirements: Experience: 1 year; Secondary certificate; High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience as a tour guide is advantageous.
Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods.
Adherence to prescribed safety codes.
Excellent conversational skills with a knack for storytelling.
Personable, humorous disposition.
Outstanding organizational, time management, and improvisational skills.
Passionate about traveling.
Ability to work during evenings and on weekends.

Provisions: Salary: to be discussed; Employment visa provided; Transportation provided; Housing provided; Medical insurance provided