Have you ever planned an international vacation?
Since you are applying to work for a travel-based company, you should be ready to highlight any experience you have planning vacations for yourself. Discuss where you have traveled, and be sure to mention the best of your experience. If you have planned a cruise vacation before, give some details on your trip, how you designed it, and what you loved about it.
"I have planned two international vacations before. One was a cruise for myself and my parents, with V.Ships Leisure actually. I used a travel agent to ensure that all of the details were perfect. We had an excellent time exploring the ship, the port towns and took in a few excursions. The other vacation I planned, I booked online by myself. It was a simpler resort vacation in Costa Rica."
"I have not been lucky enough to do any international travel. I have planned a 12-week US-wide road-trip in the past, right after I graduated from university. One of the reasons why I am so excited to work for V.Ships Leisure is for the international travel opportunities. I realize that I will not be vacationing per se; however, to even be able to see these places all over the world briefly, is enough for me."
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Anonymous Answer
I recently planned a trip to go sightseeing in Amsterdam. I booked the travel and accommodation arrangements through a ferry company and then planned and booked all of the activities such as the Adam lookout point and the canal cruise separately. Seeing the wonders of this city was amazing.
Marcie's Feedback
That's amazing! Can you talk more about why you picked Amsterdam? How long did you go for? Did you go alone or with others? How did you choose the ferry and cruise companies you went with? Which wonders of the city impressed you most? Emphasize how organized you are. Giving more details will make your answer much more impactful.
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