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UCAS points (also known as UCAS Tariff points) are a way of measuring the relative value of all post-16 qualifications in the UK.

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Studying travel & tourism degree guide

The travel and tourism sector is a global industry that provides interesting, varied and exciting jobs all across the world. Keep reading to see if you’re suited to studying travel & tourism at uni.

You’ll look at lots of different aspects of the industry, learning about everything from management techniques to legal aspects. The aim is to prepare you with the knowledge and skills needed to work in this fast-paced and ever-changing industry. You can often combine a travel & tourism course with other subjects, like business or languages. If you’re passionate and enthusiastic about travel and different cultures then a career in this field may be for you.

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What do you need to get on a travel & tourism degree?

The ranges of entry requirements for travel & tourism are as follows:

UCAS points: 88 – 153
A-levels: ABB – BCC
Scottish Highers: AAABB – BBB
BTEC Nationals: DMM – MMP
International Baccalaureate: 36 – 26

Most courses will ask for A-levels (or equivalent) in essay-based subjects. Previous experience will also look good on your application, such as work experience at a travel agency or tour operator and personal travel experiences.

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What travel & tourism degrees can you study?

Degrees in travel & tourism include:

BSc Business with Tourism Management
BSc Tourism Management
BA International Hospitality and Tourism Management
BA International Tourism and Events Management

Learn about the different types of undergraduate courses .

What topics does a travel & tourism degree cover?

Common modules for travel & tourism include:

Internationalisation of tourism
Risk analysis
Tourism management
Sustainability
Visitor attraction management
Local economies and cultures
Financial management
Event management

“Typical modules that students will cover include tour operations, strategic management, marketing, tourism destinations, employability skills and finance.” – Hayley Wright, tourism lecturer.

What do you learn studying a travel & tourism degree?

Studying a travel & tourism degree will help you gain industry-specific skills like:

Industry knowledge
Knowledge of travel and tourism laws and regulations
Knowledge of the impact of travel and tourism on local cultures, societies and economies

More general, transferable skills you’ll pick up include:

Team working
Communication
Attention-to-detail
Working in groups
Analysing trends
Presentation

“Students will develop their academic writing and research skills, their teamwork and communications skills, presentation skills and IT skills among many more, all of which are essential skills required in the travel and tourism industry.” – Hayley Wright, tourism lecturer.

What professional accreditations can you get with a travel & tourism degree?

Travel & tourism courses can be accredited by organisations like the Tourism Management Institute (TMI), the Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) and the Institute of Hospitality (IoH).

What can you do with a travel & tourism degree?

Jobs in the travel and tourism sector are varied and include:

Tour operator
Venue/accommodation manager
Tourism officer
Visitor attraction manager
Events coordinator
Marketing executive
Travel PR executive

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Where to study travel & tourism?

Check the latest ranking of unis offering travel & tourism courses by the Complete University Guide .

How long is a travel & tourism degree?

A travel & tourism degree usually takes three years to study. However, many unis will give the option of a placement year, either in the UK or abroad, which will increase the course to four years.

How will you be assessed?

Travel & tourism courses usually involve assessment through:

Exams
Coursework
Presentations
Dissertation

What are the postgraduate opportunities?

Your options for further study include:

MSc Tourism Management
MSc Sustainable Tourism
MSc Tourism and Hospitality Management

What alternatives are there to a travel & tourism degree?

Not sure if a travel & tourism degree is right for you? Check out these related subjects:

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The Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism is an advanced qualification designed to teach you the applied skills and knowledge you will need, for a successful and rewarding career in the travel and tourism and business sector. This course can increase your professional accreditation for progressing directly to employment, or can provide the perfect platform for advancement on to further training, Higher Education, and BA (Hons) study.

This two-year qualification covers a comprehensive array of key industry areas, each essential to the travel and tourism industry, which can be applied to current or future employment in a variety of roles. The content has been specifically developed with employers, industry experts and experienced tutors; in order to ensure that it will be relevant in the real world, and meets the exacting needs of your future employers.

On this course you will develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the travel and tourism industry as a whole, while also learning a host of transferrable industry-skills that will help you in whichever career path you choose to take. You will be taught about everything from the business and marketing operations that drive the industry, through to the customer service and inter-personal skills needed to be a success in your chosen career.

Through a combination of compulsory and optional modules, you will be able to tailor your study to match your career aspirations. Whether you are interested in UK-based tourism and visitor attractions; hospitality, conferencing and events; working as a holiday representative; airline cabin crew operations; responsible and specialist tourism; or if want to get involved with the business, retail, and marketing sector of the industry; this qualification will provide you with the knowledge and skills to match your level of ambition.

With our great facilities, industry-expert tutors, and our professional links with a network of industry contacts, we have the perfect environment for you to learn about the world of travel and tourism and gain a nationally-recognised qualification.

What experience and skills will you gain?

You will study three mandatory units, and select nine optional units in areas such as:

Mandatory Units

The UK Travel and Tourism Industry
Customer Service in Travel and Tourism
Preparing for a Career in Travel and Tourism

Optional Units

Travel and Tourism Destinations
UK Visitor Attractions
Hospitality in Travel and Tourism
Work Experience in Travel and Tourism
UK Tour Operations
Travel Agency Operations
The UK Conference and Event Industry
Marketing for Travel and Tourism
UK Passenger Transport Industry
Resort Representative Roles and Responsibilities
Investigating Airline Cabin Crew
UK Airports
Worldwide Passenger Airlines
The Cruise Industry
UK Heritage Tourist Attractions
Responsible Tourism
Specialist Tourism
Business Travel
Storytelling for Tourism
Tour Guiding
Campus This course will be delivered at Lambeth College - Clapham
5 GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) at grade C or 4 or above
Equivalent Level 2 vocational qualification at merit/pass or above

The Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism carries the following UCAS points:

Distinction*: 112
Distinction: 96

You will be graded via an internally assessed and externally quality assured portfolio of evidence, which you will create in a variety of ways, including practical tasks, assignments and coursework.

Innovative assessment methods can include video production, audio commentary, report writing, leaflet and brochure creation, web page development, blogs and social media feeds, case studies, workbooks and journals, observations, and interactive presentations.

This course could lead directly to employment in a wide variety of roles in the travel and tourism industry, in a qualified capacity. It can also provide a direct route to further study and Higher Education.

After successfully passing the Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism, you may wish to consider gaining further qualifications, and ultimately progressing to one of the following undergraduate degrees available at London South Bank University (additional qualifications may be required):

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Events and Entertainment Management BA (Hons)

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Travel and Tourism is a continually growing industry that supports a huge number of roles. Tourism brings people together and teaches us about the world we live in. It strengthens communities and broadens the mind. Our fully accredited NCFE Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma explores the reasons why people travel and helps you develop the knowledge and skills needed to work in the tourism industry.

This course is brand new and replaces the older NVQ Level 3 Travel and Tourism. The qualification adds in a modern take on travel, bringing your travel skills right up to date.

Why study travel and tourism?

We all look forward to our holidays but we don’t often think about the processes, systems and activities which enable us to have an enjoyable experience whilst away from home. This accredited course focuses specifically on providing knowledge and skills to be able to work in this ever-growing sector.

NCFE Level 3 Travel & Tourism – the syllabus in brief

On the Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma, you’ll study how travel agencies operate, along with the package holiday industry. You’ll investigate how tourism events are organised and marketed, delve into the heritage and cultural tourism, study the impact that travel and tourism have on local communities, and much more!

Unit 1 - The UK travel and Tourism Industry

Do you know the main products and services offered within the UK travel and tourism industry? If not, then this unit will educate you. You’ll discuss all the ways to travel including road, rail, air and sea, along with describing the differences between serviced and non-serviced accommodation. You’ll also look at the extras offered to customers to enhance a travel package, and learn to identify trade associations, the services they offer, and their purpose.

Unit 2 - Customer Service in Travel and Tourism

This unit will help you identify examples of positive and negative customer service provided by travel and tourism organisations. You’ll find out how travel organisations’ policies and procedures manage customer service, and understand how performing great customer service has a positive impact. You’ll consider different techniques to perform great customer service and be able to recommend improvements to customer service on a selected travel and tourism organisation.

Unit 3 - Preparing for a Career in Travel and Tourism

Always dreamt of a career in travel and tourism? Great, this unit will prepare you for that. You’ll learn how to write a sell yourself on a CV or a personal profile that will shine bright in the travel and tourism industry. You’ll be able to assess your current skills against the skills you’ll need in the future by carrying out a skills audit, along with learning the knowledge needed to produce a professional standard application document. Finally, you’ll consider the ways to boost your interview chances, evaluate your performance, and be able to produce an action plan.

Unit 4 - Travel and Tourism Destinations

Within this unit, you’ll learn to identify UK, Europe and worldwide destinations, and you’ll then produce a travel brochure based on a selected location. You’ll research different types of travellers and tailor a destination recommendation based around them, their needs, and their desires. You’ll consider categories such as adults, families, adventure seekers, independent travellers, retired and eco-tourists, and be able to understand how each requires a diverse destination and tour offering.

Unit 5 - UK Visitor Attractions

Often people when visiting new places like to see what that destination has to offer with visitor attractions. During this unit you’ll consider man-made and natural visitor attraction and discover how they boost the appeal to customers. You’ll evaluate visitor management techniques used at an attraction destination and understand the effects of the attraction on the local community and area.

Unit 6 - Hospitality in Travel and Tourism

Travel and tourism and the hospitality industry often work hand-in-hand. During this unit you’ll explore the relationship between the two, and the products and services that can be offered. You’ll consider the ways that the needs and expectations can be met through hospitality providers for a range of customers.

Unit 7 - UK Tour Operations

During this unit you’ll get a better idea of the different types of operators, their functions, and the ways in which they sell. You’ll consider recent external factors and events, and the impacts they may have on tour operations.

Unit 8 - Travel Agency Operations

Within this unit, you’ll consider the range of travel agents in the market, and understand why customers may favour them over others. You’ll look at the differences between products and services in comparison to others on the market. Finally, you’ll learn the procedures, information sources, and legislation used by travel agents and be able to endorse products to potential customers.

Unit 9 - Marketing for Travel and Tourism

Marketing is fundamental to any business, after all it is the way in which people know about what they are doing, offering, and who they are! This unit will brush up on your marketing knowledge, covering influences of marketing activities and the marketing mix. You’ll carry out a market research activity to help you with developing a marketing campaign for a product or service, preparing promotional material to go with it.

Unit 10 - UK Passenger Transport Industry

Do you really understand the UK passenger transport industry? Inside this unit, you’ll develop your knowledge, and better understanding the structure, range of facilities, and the services within it. You’ll be able to understand factors that influence the industry including technology, changes in demand, political and legal factors, and many more. You’ll also research the travel options for more complex journeys and produce itineraries for them.

Unit 11 - UK Airports

Think about all the UK airports, where they are, and how busy they are. You’ll investigate UK airports and their income generation opportunities, discover the roles of UK airport-related regulatory bodies, health and safety, risk management and security hazards including, EASA, ICASO, IATA, and a whole lot more. Next, you’ll assess landside and airside career prospects within UK airports.

Unit 12 - Worldwide Passenger Airlines

Worldwide, there are a variety of airlines: some we may have heard of, some we may not. During this unit, you’ll discover the historical factors and the growth of the airline industry and its existing structure, understand the communications within an airport, the terminology used, and how they calculate flight times across worldwide time zones. You’ll consider the impact of external versions on the worldwide airline industry.

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At the end of this course, successful learners will be awarded a formal qualification of Travel and Tourism Level 3 Diploma by NCFE, the third-largest awarding body in the UK. The training courses have been designed specifically to meet the needs of learners who prefer to study from home. Read more about NCFE .

How is this course assessed or examined?

Throughout this course, you may be expected to complete assignments, essays, research projects, presentations, video/audio recordings, and practical learning sessions to meet the requirements of your course. This information will be included in your study pack detailing exactly what you need to do to accomplish your goals as a student in travel and tourism.

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There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, it is recommended that you have an intermediate ability to read and write English. There is a minimum study age of 16.

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Travel is an ever-growing industry with impressive careers and opportunities being created worldwide every day.

There are multiple routes into this career, including undertaking a college-level course like our Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism , opting for an apprenticeship or taking on a trainee travel agent role.

We offer a range of online travel courses for those wishing to start work or advance their careers in travel, tourism, and aviation. Hands-on and in-depth, they’ve been designed with insights from industry representatives too.

These courses cover economy, politics, history, and so much more in an intense, hands-on way that no classroom ever could. If you have more questions or would like help choosing the right course for your career goals, speak to one of our learning advisers.

If you want a strong foundation in this varied, lucrative and exciting industry, these travel courses are for you. Our flexible home learning courses have been specifically designed to help and support you throughout your career.

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TOURISM, AVIATION, EVENTS AND HOSPITALITY

Btec level 3 national extended diploma in travel and tourism.

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Do you love travel, events or hospitality? Looking for a career that isn’t your average 9-to-5? Our BTEC Level 3 Tourism, Aviation, Events and Hospitality course will introduce you to these dynamic international sectors, putting you in a great position to move into employment or higher education study related to these areas.

From tour operators and airlines to hotels and tourist attractions, there are a wide variety of businesses seeking to recruit new talent in the tourism, hospitality and events industries. Our Level 3 course covers a range of subjects, from UK and long-haul destinations to hospitality and events operations and airports, giving you the background to explore a range of work and further study options related to these fields after you finish.

This BTEC travel and tourism course isn’t just about sitting in the classroom. You will have opportunities to travel around the UK on a number of visits including residentials, as well as the chance to go on placement in a tourism or hospitality-related environment. You will also undertake practical work supported by outstanding simulation facilities in our Aviation and Tourism Suite on campus.

You will enrol on the Introductory Diploma (equivalent to 1.5 A-levels) in year 1 before progressing onto the Extended Diploma (equivalent to 3 A-levels) in year 2. On successful completion of this course, you will earn a BTEC Level 3 in Travel and Tourism .

Why choose this college course?

RESIDENTIAL VISITS – Enjoy exciting opportunities to take part in residential visits to destinations and attractions in the UK and overseas.
WORK PLACEMENT – Gain practical experience of the workplace on a placement in the tourism and hospitality industry
INDUSTRY APPROVED – University College Birmingham is a recognised Institute of Travel and Tourism (ITT) Centre of Excellence
MOVE UP TO UNIVERSITY – Want to keep studying at a higher level? This diploma is designed to support your progression onto a wide range of degree courses and help kick-start your career.

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Travel and Tourism Enterprises
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Events, Conferences and Exhibitions
Principles of Marketing in Travel and Tourism
Researching Current Travel Trends and Key Issues in Travel and Tourism
Managing Accommodation Services
The UK as a Tourist Destination
The Airport Experience
Sustainable Tourism

Please note: Units/topics of study are subject to change

You will also have an individual study programme to help you build the skills and experience you need to progress onto higher education or gain employment.

On successful completion of this course, you will earn a BTEC Level 3 in Travel and Tourism .

Maths and English

To help you secure your dream career, you will also continue developing your maths and English skills alongside your full-time course. If you haven’t achieved GCSE grade 4/C in English and maths at age 16, you will continue to study these through resits or taking Functional Skills at an appropriate level.

How maths will support your career

Measurement of weight is important for weighing luggage at the airport.
The ability to calculate costs and distances is of obvious importance throughout the industry.
Fractions are used to calculate discounts when booking hotels or arranging travel.
The ability to make conversions is key in changing money into other currencies.

How English will support your career

Accurate spelling and a wide and specialist vocabulary are key in the presentation of marketing materials.
Good quality speaking and listening skills are needed when communicating with colleagues.
Customer service requires good English skills in speaking and written communication.
Accurate reading is a vital skill when following instructions and researching destinations or summarising travel itineraries.
Secure English is important when preparing a CV or a business proposal or when advertising/marketing your business.

Our tourism lecturers are looking for students who are enthusiastic and passionate about the tourism and hospitality industry, together with a keen determination to succeed in the industry, so please contact Admissions if you do not have the specific requirements outlined below.

If you are unsure if your qualification is equivalent or if you wish to check if you meet the entry requirements for this course, please call 0121 214 2919, email [email protected] or use our live chat .

Academic requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C) which must include English (Language or Literature) or Maths, or equivalent.
A minimum of grade 3 (grade D) is required in the subject area for English (Language or Literature) or Maths where a grade 4 (grade C) has not been achieved.

English and maths

If you do not have a grade 4/C or above in English and maths and you are under 19 , you will be required to study these subjects alongside your vocational subject. After enrolment you will complete an assessment with our teaching team so we can ensure you receive appropriate English and maths support.

Applicants over 19 are not required to complete maths and English.

Supporting documents required

School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance. This will be assessed in conjunction with your qualifications and application during the confirmation of your place at University College Birmingham.
If you are a school leaver ( over 19 ), you will be required to provide a reference from a previous education provider or employer in support of your application.

Guaranteed progression

Students who achieve 56 UCAS points or more from this qualification will automatically be guaranteed a place on a degree course at University College Birmingham . Some undergraduate courses require additional entry requirements, so applicants are advised to check entry requirements before applying.

Key information

Teaching and assessment

You will mainly be assessed through coursework assignments and projects as well as some end of unit exams. Some assessments may involve industry-related visits – previous visits have included London, Oxford, York and Cardiff.

Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2021-2024 .

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University College Birmingham is a recognised Institute of Travel and Tourism Centre of Excellence.

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University College Birmingham works with a wide range of organisations to ensure you receive the best possible training and qualifications recognised by industry.

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Work placements

Work placements offer a wealth of benefits alongside your studies, helping you put your learning into practice, develop your skills and understanding of the workplace, boost your CV for your chosen career or enhance your UCAS application for higher education. Our Hired employability team can help find the ideal placement for you.

The second year of this Level 3 hospitality and tourism course features a work placement in a hospitality or tourism-related environment, usually within hotels or visitor attractions.

Work alongside experts in your sector

A snapshot of some of the employers we have worked with:

Cadbury World
Holiday Inn
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
National Express

Studying at University College Birmingham fuelled my enthusiasm for the industry. My lecturers were fantastic, and they really helped to boost my confidence and always encouraged me. My participation in the Leonardo Project (Erasmus+) not only helped to widen my horizons, but also prepared me for a career in tourism.

Daniel Hall Travel and Tourism Level 3 [now Tourism, Aviation, Events and Hospitality]

Career opportunities

The example roles and salaries below are intended as a guide only.

Tourist information centre assistant

Average Salary: £24,500

Travel agent

Average Salary: £27,000

Average Salary: £21,750

Airline customer service agent

Average Salary: £26,500

Aspiring to a higher level career? Complete this course and you could progress onto our International Hospitality and Tourism Management , Aviation and Airport Management or Events Management degree courses.

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Travel and Tourism Professional (4976)

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Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism

Wales – please check QiW website for available funding
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4876-26 will be given automatic approval to 4976-01/02/03/04
4876-39/40 will be given automatic approval to all 4976

Centres can also apply to offer Level 3 4976 if they currently offer 4876-26 by completing the fast-track approval found under centre documents.

Level 2 Award in Travel and Tourism (4976-01)

Level 2 award in travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6755/X This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Credit based qualification This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 7 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 49 - 60 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 70 The total time for the qualification
Key Stage: Data unavailable This shows the equivalent Key Stage level.
Last Certification: 31/12/2025 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £57.00 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2 Certificate in Travel and Tourism (4976-02)

Level 2 certificate in travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6760/3 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Credits: 17 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 112 - 156 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 170 The total time for the qualification
Last Certification: 31/08/2026 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £168.40 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2 Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism (4976-03)

Level 2 extended certificate in travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6758/5 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Credits: 26 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 173 - 236 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 260 The total time for the qualification
Qualification fees in the UK: £163.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism (4976-04)

Level 2 diploma for travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6762/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Type: Technical This is categorisation to help define qualification attributes e.g. type of assessment
Credits: 50 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 357 - 447 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 500 The total time for the qualification
Qualification fees in the UK: £203.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism (4976-07)

Level 3 extended certificate in travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6759/7 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Credits: 28 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 209 - 293 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 280 The total time for the qualification
Last Certification: 31/08/2027 This is the last date that a certificate can be issued
Qualification fees in the UK: £177.90 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism (4976-08)

Level 3 diploma for travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6757/3 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Credits: 54 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 407 - 520 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 540 The total time for the qualification
Qualification fees in the UK: £285.20 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

Level 3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism (4976-09)

Level 3 extended diploma for travel and tourism.

Accreditation No: 600/6763/9 This is a reference number related to UK accreditation framework
Credits: 105 Credits are a measure of the size of the qualification
Guided Learning Hours: 810 - 949 This is the average contact time a centre would typically commit
Total Qualification Time: 1050 The total time for the qualification
Qualification fees in the UK: £352.40 Our typical price is the one that is most often paid by a centre for a completed learner. Some prices are made up of multiple charging points so action like taking difference units or specialisms to complete and resitting assessments may mean the cost for some learners differs.

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4976 Level 2

Assessment materials.

4976 L2-Answer pack v1-7 pdf 518 KB 26 Mar 2021
4976 L2-Assessment pack v18 pdf 1 MB 26 Mar 2021
4976-212 full resource pack V1 pdf 11 MB 24 Jul 2018

Centre documents

4976 L2 Qualification handbook v4-6 pdf 932 KB 22 Jul 2021

4976 Level 3

4976 301 Practice test answers v2 pdf 67 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 301 Practice test v2 pdf 72 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 Answer material v2 pdf 316 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 L3-Assessment pack v4-0 pdf 2 MB 26 Mar 2021
4976 L3 Qualification handbook v1-11 pdf 1 MB 18 Apr 2023

Additional documents

4876-343 and 4976-352 non-equivalence pdf 41 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 L3 Fast track approval from 4876-26 v1 rtf 386 KB 15 Aug 2018

Purpose and Recognition

60067573 KS5 L3 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Purpose pdf 62 KB 22 Apr 2021
60067627 KS5 L2 Diploma in Travel and Tourism Purpose pdf 74 KB 24 Jul 2018
60067639 KS5 L3 Extended Diploma in Travel and Tourism Purpose pdf 61 KB 22 Apr 2021

Recognition

4976 Recognition Letter ABTA pdf 44 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 Recognition Letter Guildford pdf 75 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 Recognition Letter ITT pdf 166 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 Recognition Letter Southampton CC pdf 130 KB 24 Jul 2018
4976 Recognition Letter Worcester pdf 40 KB 24 Jul 2018
60067627 L2 Dip in Travel and Tourism Purpose pdf 275 KB 24 Jul 2018

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Level 3 in Travel & Tourism

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The course is designed as a 2 year full time qualification and is suitable for learners who have a keen interest in all aspects of travel and tourism and: • enjoy practical situations • want to find out more about the subject through personal investigation • are interested in developing an understanding of travel organisations, the markets they serve and how to deal with customers effectively • want to study a course that is active and enjoyable • wish to move on to a related career or Higher Education course. During the course you will study a variety of units these could include: The World of Travel and Tourism Global Destinations Managing the Customer Experience in Travel and Tourism Travel and Tourism Enterprises Events, Conferences and Exhibitions Work Experience in Travel and Tourism *Please note – units are subject to change* Compulsory residential activities to develop team work and practical skills are an integral part of the course. There is an additional cost of £300 to cover these trips as well as covering costs of day trips or residential and guest speakers. This charge is to be paid at enrolment and is non-refundable. The Learner Support Fund is available and could help assist in paying towards these fees.

The qualification accumulates UCAS points and would support learners wishing to progress into higher education and onto a variety of courses e.g. undergraduate, Higher National Certificate and Higher Apprenticeship. A range of career opportunities would also be appropriate from events management, air cabin crew, and tour operations to working within the hotel industry, transport providers and promotion of destinations and attractions.

You will need one of the following qualifications - Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 (A* - C), including English or Maths, OR - A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Travel & Tourism/NVQ2 Intermediate with portfolio of evidence and GCSE English or Maths (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above. You should have a lively and enquiring mind, an interest in travel and tourism, a willingness to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate your ideas effectively. All applicants are subject to interview.

Assessment is varied on the course, some units are assessed externally whilst others are assessed internally via coursework. Alongside your main programme of study, you will also gain a qualifications in: • Introduction to Air Cabin Crew Those learners 19+ at the time of starting additional courses a registration fee will be charged. Completion of these qualifications will increase your chances of being offered an interview with employers in the industry. During your time on the course you will have the chance to attend extra residential activities.

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Travel and Tourism BTEC Extended Certificate

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Tourism is predicted to recover from the Pandemic to once again be Britain's fifth-largest industry. In 2019 it was the UK's third-largest export earner, worth £127 billion a year and supporting 3.1 million jobs in over 200,000 small and medium enterprises (source: Visit Britain). This course covers a range of topical aspects relating to the industry as well as helping people to become occupationally ready to take up employment in a range of jobs in both the public and private sectors, in places such as visitor attraction, travel agencies, hotels, airlines and tour operators. This can follow either directly after achieving this qualification, or via the stepping stone of Higher Education at Universities or Colleges.

You will study 4 units over the 2 years, which cover some fundamental aspects of Travel and Tourism.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Travel and Tourism is the equivalent to 1 A Level and allows students to earn the same number of UCAS points. This is a 2-year course and should be taken as part of a full College programme alongside other A Level and BTEC National qualifications.

What are the entry requirements?

A minimum of five GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above including English Language or at least a Merit grade in BTEC First Diploma Travel and Tourism. It is not necessary to have studied this subject at GCSE level at school.

How will I be assessed?

Each unit is awarded points, which are translated into an overall grade (Pass, Merit or Distinction) by the assessors at the end of the course. Assignment tasks will be in the form of a variety of observed practical tasks, reports, presentations and activities.

What extra work can I do?

College expects that for every hour in lessons you should be doing one hour of private study (50/50). This is the case for all subjects. In private study time for this subject, you will be completing coursework, reading about the subject in newspapers and magazines, experiencing travel and tourism with a critical eye and not just for pleasure, researching statistics on the Internet and keeping abreast of current issues.

The travel and tourism industry is a volatile one, changing daily through the impact of politics, economics, the environment as well as critical incidents such as Covid 19. Looking at these wider issues will help you understand how the industry has developed and currently operates.

What skills will I learn?

You will encounter a wide variety of approaches, tasks and exercises. You’ll get your basic knowledge and understanding through combinations of class notes, articles, research, videos, and practical exercises. You’ll learn to apply this knowledge, to explain, analyse and evaluate each individual unit of study.

Educational visits, work experience and guest speakers form an integral part of the course in making the learning experience interesting, thought-provoking and real. This course is hard work but with motivation, dedication and application all students benefit greatly from its broad approach and achieve excellent results in the end.

Most of our students go on to study a variety of different degree programmes. Others have found employment with international companies such as British Airways, Thomas Cook, EasyJet, Kuoni, and Royal Caribbean Cruises.

What is the department like?

The Hospitality, Leisure & Tourism Department is situated in a purpose-built complex with dedicated teaching rooms, complete with multi-media equipment and a computer suite consisting of fully networked machines for all students.

The teaching team are experienced teachers who have relevant experience within the travel and tourism industry. They are very enthusiastic about their subject and are fully committed to providing high-quality education in a caring and supportive environment. Their knowledge of the industry is used to promote a detailed and extensive learning environment as well as support you with your studies.

During your lessons, you will experience a variety of activities and approaches designed to suit different abilities and learning styles. These range from traditional lessons, group and individual work as well as practical sessions. We work hard to support all students with their studies.

What are the progression routes for this qualification?

Past students are now working for airlines, travel agents, tour operators and cruise operators in marketing, sales, and customer service roles. Others have gone on to degree courses in areas such as International Tourism Management, Destination Management, Events Management, Eco-tourism, Adventure Tourism, Tourism Development and Tourism with Languages. Students also enter other non-related degree programmes such as Law, English, Business Studies.

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When you read articles about travel rewards, you’re often regaled with tales of how the writer traveled in first class to Asia in a private suite drinking champagne for $5.60. You’re right to read that with skepticism. While using travel rewards, airline miles, and hotel points can allow you to travel well outside of your weight class, it’s well worth it to dig into the details before opening up a wallet-full of credit cards. Here’s how to enjoy the fruits of travel rewards responsibly.

Types of travel credit cards and how they work

Travel rewards credit cards—as opposed to cash-back credit cards or credit cards that don’t earn rewards at all—can generally be divided into the following three categories:

Cards that earn flexible points.
Cards that earn airline miles.
Cards that earn hotel points.

We’ll delve deeper into the specifics of each type of card in the sections below.

Flexible travel credit cards

A credit card that earns flexible travel rewards is not tied to one specific airline or hotel chain. Instead, the points can be transferred to the loyalty programs of the airlines and hotel chains that your card offers as partners. Then, you redeem your points for flights or stays booked directly with the airline or hotel chain.

The Chase Sapphire Preferred ® Card is an example of a popular travel card that earns flexible points. This card comes with more than a dozen transfer partners and points transfer at a 1:1 rate (meaning each point you transfer from your credit card to a partner program nets you one airline mile or hotel point on the other end). Partners include United Airlines, World of Hyatt , and more.

Issuers of flexible travel cards may also provide a portal you can book travel through. For example, cardholders with the Chase Sapphire Preferred have the option of booking flights, hotel stays and more through Chase Travel℠, in which case each Chase Ultimate Rewards point (the rewards currency the card earns) is worth 1.25 cents.

If this is what you’re looking for, a card from our list of best travel credit cards might be a fit for your needs.

Chase Sapphire Preferred ® Card

Intro bonus.

Rewards Rates

5x 5x points on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠ (excluding hotel purchases that qualify for the $50 Annual Chase Travel Hotel Credit)
3x 3x points on dining at restaurants, including takeout and eligible delivery services
2x 2x points on travel purchases not booked through Chase
1x 1x points on other purchases
5x 5x points on Lyft rides through March 31, 2025 (that's 3x points in addition to the 2x points you already earn on travel)
Valuable welcome bonus
Extensive list of transfer partners
Extra value on travel redemptions
No premium travel perks
Has an annual fee
Additional perks: $50 annual hotel credit, trip cancelation/interruption insurance, auto rental collision damage waiver, complimentary Doordash and Instacart+ membership along with quarterly Instacart+ credits
Foreign transaction fee: None

Airline-specific credit cards

An airline credit card is tied to a specific airline’s loyalty program, and earns miles you can use to book or upgrade flights with that airline and its partner airlines. For example, consider the United SM Explorer Card . The miles you earn with this card are deposited into your MileagePlus loyalty account, and you can redeem them to book flights on United Airlines or with United’s partners in the Star Alliance.

Cards of this type may offer airline-specific perks—such as free checked bags, priority boarding, an annual companion certificate, and more. If you fly a particular airline regularly, you could potentially save hundreds of dollars per year through the right card’s benefits.

If you think this is what you need, check out our list of best cards for earning airline miles .

Or if you already have an airline in mind that you’re loyal to, and just need help selecting a card for that specific airline, one of the following guides is likely to have what you’re looking for:

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United SM Explorer Card

2x 2x miles on dining (including eligible delivery services), hotel stays, and United® purchases (including tickets, inflight food, beverages and Wi-Fi, Economy Plus® and more)
1x 1x miles on all other purchases
Free first checked bag benefit.
Expanded award availability on United Saver flights.
No foreign transaction fee.
$0 introductory annual fee for the first year (then $95) annual fee
Subject to Chase 5/24 rule.
United perks: 25% back on in-flight purchases checked bag benefit, expanded Saver award ticket availability
Travel perks: TSA/Global Entry credit, trip cancellation and interruption protection

Hotel-specific credit cards

Hotel credit cards are tied to a specific hotel chain, such as Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, etc. When you spend with these cards, they earn points that deposit into their respective loyalty program.

Often, when picking a hotel card, the perks matter just as much or even more than the rewards. For example, the right card might provide you elite status, a free night certificate, and statement credits you can use for certain expenses at eligible properties within the chain’s portfolio.

The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card illustrates these sorts of perks well. Cardholders get automatic Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status just for holding the card, as well as a Free Night Award every account anniversary good for properties worth up to 35,000 points per night.

If you’re looking for a card to help you earn almost-free hotel stays, check out our recommendations for best hotel credit cards . Alternatively, if there’s a hotel chain that is already your favorite home away from home, these specific lists may have what you’re seeking:

Best Hilton credit cards
Best Hyatt credit cards
Best IHG credit cards
Best Marriott credit cards

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card

6x 6X points per dollar at Marriott Bonvoy hotels
3x 3X points per dollar on the first $6,000 spent in combined purchases each year on grocery stores, gas stations, and dining
2x 2X points per dollar on other purchases
All information about the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card has been collected independently by Fortune Recommends™.
Generous free night welcome bonus
Robust bonus category
Ability to earn a free night via card spending
Free night welcome bonus is less flexible than a points welcome bonus
Marriott points aren’t as valuable as other points currencies
Charges an annual fee
Additional perks: Trip cancelation/interruption insurance, auto rental collision damage waiver, purchase protection, ability to spend to higher status

Are there travel credit cards with no annual fee?

Yes, there are travel cards with no annual fee on the market—some of them pretty dang good, especially considering the price tag is $0 per year to hold them. For example, the Bilt Mastercard and the Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card are two no-annual-fee cards that let you earn points you can transfer to airline and hotel partner programs.

That said, it’s true many of the most popular travel cards on the scene do charge annual fees, often in exchange for more premium benefits. A card that grants airport lounge access will generally run you hundreds of dollars, such as the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and its $395 annual fee. The Platinum Card® from American Express is perhaps the most famous luxury travel card, charging $695 per year but offering extensive lounge access and numerous statement credits.

Mid-range travel cards provide a happy medium for those seeking more perks than you can get with a no-annual-fee card but not ready to shell out for a premium travel card. Some may even waive the annual fee in the first year. Examples of strong mid-tier travel cards include the American Express® Green Card —priced at $150 per year—and the United Explorer, charging a $0 introductory annual fee for the first year (then $95).

To view rates and fees of the The Platinum Card® from American Express, see this page .

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Wells Fargo Autograph℠ Card

Intro bonus.

3X 3X points on restaurants, travel, gas stations, transit, popular streaming services and phone plans
1X 1X points on other purchases
No annual fee
20,000 bonus points when you spend $1,000 in purchases in the first 3 months (that's a $200 cash redemption value)
Points transfer to partners
Car rental insurance is secondary
No travel insurance
Transfer partners are limited
Additional perks: Cell Phone Protection: Provides up to $600 in cell phone protection when you pay your monthly cell bill with your Wells Fargo Autograph card. Coverage is subject to a $25 deductible and limited to two claims every 12-month period.
Foreign transaction fee: N/A

Top perks of travel credit cards

While benefits vary dramatically from card to card, there are a few types of benefits you’re likely to encounter and that you may want to look for when choosing a new card to apply for.

Travel-related statement credits. Take for example the aforementioned Capital One Venture X and Chase Sapphire Preferred. The former offers a $300 annual credit for bookings through Capital One Travel while the latter offers a $50 annual credit for hotel stays booked via Chase Travel. These credits alone go a long way toward offsetting each card’s annual fee ($395 for the Venture X, $95 for the Sapphire Preferred).
Travel insurance. The Sapphire Preferred is a great example here as well. Cardholders can travel with a little extra peace of mind knowing that if they pay with this card, they’ve got trip cancellation and interruption insurance up to $10,000 per person and $20,000 per trip, trip delay reimbursement up to $500 per ticket, baggage delay insurance up to $100 a day for up to five days, and primary rental car insurance .
Elite status. Maybe you really like the sound of certain perks that come with having elite status in your favorite hotel chain’s or airline’s loyalty program. For example, travelers with Hilton Gold status get a daily food and beverage credit or continental breakfast (varies by brand and region). In that case, maybe you’d want to open the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card , which includes Gold status among its benefits.
Airport lounge access. While cards with airline lounge access as a perk tend to charge expensive annual fees, you can still end up better off than paying for a lounge membership by itself. For example, if you really want to get into United Club lounges, you might find it a better value to pay $525 for the United Club℠ Infinite Card rather than the $650 a general MileagePlus member would pay for United Club membership.
A free night or a companion pass. With some cards, a free night certificate or a companion ticket can cover the cost of the annual fee in one fell swoop. Let’s look at the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card (different from the Amex Platinum mentioned earlier) as an example. The annual fee is $350 but you get a Companion Certificate each year good for a domestic, Caribbean or Central American round-trip flight. If you travel with a friend regularly, this could save you hundreds of dollars. But do note that you’re responsible for covering government-imposed taxes and fees.

To view rates and fees of the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card , see this page

To view rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, see this page

How to choose the right travel card for you

Asking a few questions can help you determine if a card is a fit:

Does the rewards currency suit your needs? If you want flights, collect airline miles. If you want hotel stays, collect hotel points. And if you want both, collect transferable points. Just make sure you’re earning rewards you can actually use. For example, don’t open a Hyatt credit card if there aren’t any Hyatts where you want to vacation or a Southwest Airlines card if you want to fly to Asia.
If there’s a welcome bonus, can you hit the spending target? Most travel credit cards offer a welcome bonus of some kind, typically one where you earn bonus points or miles for spending a certain amount on purchases in a specified time period. For example, the Wells Fargo Autograph Journey℠ Visa® Card —the big sibling of the Autograph card mentioned elsewhere—offers 60,000 bonus points if you spend $4,000 in the first three months. If you open a new travel card with a welcome bonus spend requirement that’s unrealistic for your financial situation, you’re leaving rewards on the table.
Will you actually use the card’s benefits? This is particularly crucial to consider with statement credits. For example, the American Express® Gold Card ’s dining statement credit of up to $120 per year may sound great, but not if you don’t have any of the eligible merchants (Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar, and select Shake Shack locations) in your area or you never dine with these merchants.
Does the card’s rewards program fit your lifestyle? This should be fairly obvious, but in most cases, you’ll want to make sure the card you’re applying for offers rewards in a category that makes up a substantial portion of your budget. So, while someone who frequently eats out at restaurants will probably love the Bilt Mastercard’s elevated rewards on dining, someone who always cooks at home won’t benefit as much.
If there’s an annual fee, does it seem reasonable to you? This isn’t to say you shouldn’t pay an annual fee, or even that you shouldn’t pay for a card with an expensive annual fee. But if you do pay for a mid-tier or premium travel card, you should receive more than the cost of the annual fee through rewards and perks. Someone who uses the Capital One Venture X’s annual $300 travel credit has already almost recouped the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card annual fee, but someone who prefers to book directly with airlines and hotels and refuses to book via a portal might never use that credit. Every so often, do the math for your own needs and see if you’re getting value out of the cards you’re carrying.

To view rates and fees of the American Express® Gold Card , see  this page

Glossary of travel card-related terms

Here are a few terms you’ll find useful as you get into traveling with points and miles:

Award travel. This refers to using points and miles to book hotel stays and flights.
Transferable points. Consider this the same as the flexible rewards we explained above. You earn points that your credit card issuer allows you to transfer to various airline and hotel partners, rather than being tied to one airline or hotel chain.
Welcome bonus. You may also hear this called a welcome offer or a sign-up bonus. Welcome bonuses reward new cardholders after opening an account, typically by offering bonus points or miles for spending a certain amount in a specified time frame.
Foreign transaction fee. This is a fee, typically around 3%, that some credit cards charge for using your card abroad. Most travel cards charge no foreign transaction fee, though there are exceptions. We recommend making sure you’re taking a card with no foreign transaction fee if you’re planning a trip outside the United States.
Award chart. If an airline or hotel chain offers a chart showing the number of points you need to redeem for various types of flights or stays, you’re looking at an award chart. Fixed award charts used to be more common in the past, with many programs nowadays using dynamic pricing. More on that in the next entry.
Dynamic pricing. Essentially, dynamic pricing means the number of points or miles you’ll need to redeem for a flight or stay varies based on factors such as seasonality and demand. There isn’t a set cost for the award ticket or room that you wish to book, in this case—it can and likely will fluctuate.
Chase 5/24 rule. This is an unwritten rule that affects applications for Chase-issued credit cards (including co-branded airline and hotel cards). Basically, it means that if you’ve opened five or more personal credit cards from any issuer in the past 24 months, you’ll get denied if you apply for any Chase credit cards. For this reason, you may hear travelers who collect points and miles talking about their Chase 5/24 status.

How to maximize your travel rewards

Maximize your rewards-earning potential.

We mentioned this before, but pick a credit card that rewards categories you normally spend in. If you dine out at restaurants frequently, you may find a card such as the Bilt Mastercard or Chase Sapphire Preferred allows you to satisfy both your inner foodie and your inner travel rewards lover. But if you tend to spend more at supermarket, consider the American Express Gold Card.

Meanwhile, someone who makes a lot of hard-to-categorize purchases might prefer a card that earns rewards at a flat rate on every purchase, like the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or Venture X.

It may even be worth carrying multiple credit cards that compliment each other. For example, one might carry the Chase Sapphire Preferred, Chase Freedom Flex℠ , and Chase Freedom Unlimited ® . With this setup, you’d use the Sapphire Preferred for purchases like travel and dining, use the Freedom Flex for its rotating categories, and the Freedom Unlimited for your more random purchases.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Reward Rates

5x Earn 5x miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
2x Earn 2x miles on every purchase
Flexible travel rewards
No foreign transaction fee
Maximizing Capital One Miles requires a learning curve
Cash redemption value is limited
The Venture offers travel accident insurance, rental car coverage, extended warranty protection, exclusive access to events through Capital One Dining and Capital One Entertainment

Redeem your rewards wisely

At the risk of stating the obvious, redeem airline miles for flights and hotel points for hotel stays. If your card offers redemption choices such as shopping for merchandise with your rewards, beware that you’ll probably get a subpar value.

Similarly, with a card that earns flexible points, transfer them to airline or hotel partners or use them to book travel in your issuer’s portal.

As a rule of thumb, strive to get a value of 1 cent or more per point or mile redeemed with most airline programs. Hotel program values are more variable so it helps to do a bit of research before booking. To calculate that value, divide the cash price of the purchase by the points required, then multiply by 100. For example, a redemption with a cash price of $500 and an award cost of 26,000 points means you’re getting a value of roughly 1.9 cents per point. (To get even more nitty gritty, subtract the cost of any taxes and fees from the cash price before you do the calculation.)

If you’re someone who values luxury, know that you can often get the highest cents-per-points value when springing for high-end properties or business class and first class flights. But of course, it’s not just the math that matters, but the utility.

Travelers who just want to fund a simple holiday vacation with their points can do so, and shouldn’t feel the need to spend more points just for a higher cent-per-point number. Consider not just the retail cost when valuing points, but the actual amount you would be willing to pay. If a flight costs $5,000 but you could reasonably get where you want to go for $1,000 you’ll be better served going with the lower number as your cost basis.

Finally, learning how airline alliances work can help you leverage both your airline miles and your flexible points. The three major alliances to be aware of are Oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance. As just one example of how this can help you get where you want to go, both Delta Air Lines and Virgin Atlantic are part of SkyTeam—so if you have a credit card that lets you transfer points to Virgin, you can search through Virgin for partner space on Delta flights.

The takeaway

Travel credit cards can unlock experiences you might otherwise never have had access to. By learning how to earn and redeem airline miles, hotel points, and flexible rewards you can transfer, the sky’s the limit on where your travels can take you.

Frequently asked questions

Why am i being charged money for an award ticket.

You’re likely seeing the passenger fee, which is a government-required security fee. This is generally $5.60 per person for a one-way flight or $11.20 per person for a round-trip flight departing from a domestic airport on a U.S.-based airline. Taxes from other countries, airline surcharges and other fees may also come into play when booking an award ticket.

Can I pay for part of my booking with points and part of it with cash?

Most likely, yes. It’s common for rewards programs to let you pay for part of a flight or hotel stay with cash and part of it with points. But note this may not always yield the best value for your points.

What credit score is needed to get a travel card?

Issuers generally like to see a good or better credit score when you apply for a rewards credit card—that’s typically considered a FICO Score of 670 or higher. To be on the safe side, it’s a good rule of thumb to make sure your credit score is 700 or higher before hitting the “apply” button. If you’re not sure what your credit score is, there are a variety of ways to check for free, such as signing up for an account with the credit bureau Experian .

Are points and miles or cash back better?

First, we should note that the distinction between reward types is not always cut and dry. For example, the Chase Sapphire Preferred earns Chase Ultimate Rewards points—a flexible travel currency that you can transfer to airline and hotel loyalty programs, use for bookings through Chase Travel℠, or redeem as cash back to a bank account at a value of 1 cent each.

So, what the rewards are called is not the most important thing. Rather, it’s how you can redeem them. With a travel card, you should have options for using your points or miles to book award flights or stays. With a cash-back card, you’ll probably just be taking your rewards as a deposit to your checking account or a statement credit against your card’s account balance.

As to which is better, it depends on your preferences and how often you travel. Someone who is looking to leverage credit card rewards to make travel more affordable, and is willing to learn how to find good award travel deals, should opt for a travel card. But someone who never travels, or who values simplicity above all else, will benefit more from a cash-back card.

What’s the best first travel credit card?

This depends entirely on your financial habits and travel needs. However, the Bilt Mastercard (even if you don’t need to earn rewards on rent) is one of our top picks if you’re looking for a no-annual-fee travel card. That’s because it earns elevated rewards on dining, provides travel protections such as trip delay reimbursement you don’t usually find on cards without an annual fee, and lets you transfer your rewards to more than a dozen airline and hotel loyalty programs.

Please note that card details are accurate as of the publish date, but are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the issuer. Please contact the card issuer to verify rates, fees, and benefits before applying.

Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions, and Limitations Apply. Please visit americanexpress.com/benefits guide for more details. Underwritten by Amex Assurance Company.

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