11/02/2025
👩🎓 It's National Apprenticeship Week! 👩🎓
At New Era Travel, we are proud to support two apprentices: Emily, who is training as a Travel Consultant, and Darcy, who is gaining experience as a Marketing Assistant. Both are completing their courses through A S Training.
Apprenticeships provide a valuable opportunity to gain industry-specific knowledge through a structured training program while also developing practical skills through hands-on experience. This combination ensures a well-rounded and comprehensive learning experience, preparing apprentices for successful careers in the travel industry.
Emily plays a key role in assisting customers with booking their ideal holidays. Her responsibilities include engaging with clients through face-to-face consultations to understand their travel preferences and requirements. Based on this information, she researches and selects the most suitable destinations and accommodations. Emily then collaborates with our suppliers to curate a comprehensive travel package, incorporating flights, transportation, and any additional requests, such as excursions, to ensure a seamless and personalised travel experience.
💭"Apprenticeships are a great way to learn and gain hands-on experience in the workplace. I've been doing my apprenticeship for 7 months now, and I feel like I've grown so much as a travel agent and as a person. Working with AS Training has been really helpful because they've given me the support I need to learn. The travel industry is always changing, but this course has taught me how to handle anything that comes my way." - Emily👩🎓
Darcy plays an active role in the marketing tasks of the business, contributing to brand growth and customer engagement. Her responsibilities include creating and scheduling daily social media content using creative platforms to enhance the company’s online presence. Additionally, she designs promotional emails to showcase special offers, upcoming events, and exclusive deals. Darcy also assists in planning and organising company-hosted social events, further strengthening New Era Travel’s brand image and expanding its customer reach.
💭 "My apprenticeship so far at New Era Travel has given me a great mix of hands-on experience and professional development. I’ve been able to get creative with social media, work on marketing campaigns, and even help organise events. It’s been a fantastic way to gain real-world skills and build confidence in my marketing career as well as getting all the educational support from AS Training that I need." - Darcy👩🎓