Tourism and Recreation
You create trips and experiences for people.
You organise trips, events and tourist services. Combines geography, languages and working with people. It develops best through your own business or a specialisation.
Is it for you?
This field usually suits people of the social and enterprising type (RIASEC model). Geography, English, contact with people, your strong points.
Salary (indicative, gross/month)
| Stage | Pay |
|---|---|
| Starting out | PLN 4-5.5k |
| With experience | PLN 6-14k |
These are indicative figures — real pay depends on city, company, specialisation and contract type.
Example jobs after this field
Pros
- Directly combines geography, English and people
- Varied work, lots of contact and travel
- The option of your own business (e.g. niche trips)
Cons
- Low starting pay
- Sensitive to crises (pandemics, the economy)
- Seasonality
- Some bookings are taken over by online platforms
Future and automation
Medium, simple bookings go online, but experiences and organising stay.
Alternative path
A tourism degree OR your own business/specialisation (e.g. active tourism, events).
First steps
- Think about a niche (active travel? culinary? business?)
- Gain experience during the season (a job/internship)
- Develop English plus a second language
- Consider how to combine it with your own business
Not sure if "Tourism and Recreation" is the right path for you?
Take the free 10-minute aptitude test (RIASEC model) and see how this field fits your strengths — compared with other paths.
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How long does Tourism and Recreation take?
Roughly about 3 years. Full-time public studies are usually free.
How much can you earn after Tourism and Recreation?
Indicatively PLN 4-5.5k starting out and PLN 6-14k per month with experience (gross). These are indicative figures depending on city and specialisation.
Who is Tourism and Recreation for?
Geography, English, contact with people, your strong points. In the RIASEC model it best suits the social and enterprising type.