Specialist English

English for the Tourism Industry

Online specialist vocabulary for tour operations, destination management, airlines, and cruises

The DACH tourism industry works internationally - TUI, DER Touristik, Lufthansa, Swiss, and Austrian Airlines operate worldwide. We train online exactly the English that tourism professionals need every day: guest services, booking systems, and trade fair presentations. Native-speaking trainers with AI avatar technology.

From €60 / hour · VAT-exempt

All Industries
Since 2004Native speakers only50+ corporate clientsCEFR A1–C2VAT-exempt

€300bn

DACH Tourism Revenue

1M+

Tourism Employees

20+

Years of Experience

24/7

AI Avatar Available

The Simmonds Method

Human + AI = Faster Results

Tourism professionals need confident English for international guests, booking systems, and business partners. The Simmonds Method delivers: live coaching with industry-experienced trainers plus AI avatar for guest and trade fair simulations - completely online.

Experienced Native Speakers

Trainers with tourism background. Practical scenarios from hospitality, airlines, and tour operations.

AI Avatar 24/7

Simulate guest conversations, practise complaints, train trade fair presentations - anytime online.

Blog Exercises

Practise tourism vocabulary, email phrases, and presentation techniques with instant feedback.

Measurable Progress

CEFR reporting for HR departments. AI analyses weaknesses and automatically adapts training.

Key Scenarios

Destination Management

Destination marketing in English for international tourism boards. Professionally communicate location presentations, cooperation negotiations, and campaigns with global partners.

Airlines & Aviation

Airline-specific English for cabin crew, ground staff, and management. Confidently handle safety announcements, passenger communication, and negotiations with international partners.

Cruises & Maritime Travel

Cruise English for onboard staff and shipping management. Passenger communication, onboard service, emergency procedures, and international port coordination professionally in English.

Tour Operations

English for tour operators and travel agencies. Coordinate package tours, organise group travel, and negotiate with international service providers in English.

Trade Fairs & Conferences

Professional English for ITB Berlin, World Travel Market, and international tourism conferences. Conduct stand presentations, networking, and business negotiations convincingly.

Digital Booking Systems

English for GDS systems (Amadeus, Sabre, Galileo), online booking platforms, and digital customer support. Master technical communication and support in English.

Specialist Vocabulary Preview

English That Tourism Professionals Actually Need

Tour Operations

Package Tour / Tailor-Made
Tour Operator / Travel Agent
Itinerary / Voucher
Transfer / Excursion

Aviation & Transport

Check-in / Boarding
Business Class / Economy
Layover / Connecting Flight
Ground Handling

Destination & Marketing

Destination Management
Sustainable Tourism
High Season / Low Season
Tourism Board / DMO

DACH Tourism Market

The DACH Tourism Sector Needs Professional English

The DACH tourism industry generates over €300 billion per year. International guests, global booking platforms, and worldwide partnerships require professional English at all levels - from reception to boardroom. Online training makes high-quality specialist language training available across the DACH region.

Professional guest service in English
Confident trade fair presentations (ITB, WTM)
Confident negotiations with international partners
Effective communication in multicultural teams
Professional handling of GDS and booking systems
Convincing destination marketing in English

From Travel Agency to Cruise Ship

Tourism English is versatile: tour operators need negotiation vocabulary, airline staff need safety communication, hoteliers need guest service. Simmonds delivers the right online training for all roles.

TUI, DER Touristik, FTI
Lufthansa, Swiss, Austrian Airlines
AIDA Cruises, TUI Cruises, Hapag-Lloyd
German National Tourist Board (GNTB)

Frequently Asked Questions: English for Tourism

For most tourism positions with international contact, we recommend at least B2 level. For executives in destination management or at airlines, C1 is ideal. We assess your level for free and tailor the training accordingly.

Yes, that is our focus. We train specialist terms from tour operations, aviation, cruises, destination marketing, and digital booking management. Terms like 'package tour', 'destination management', 'ground handling', and 'GDS' are practised in realistic scenarios.

Yes. We train airline-specific English for cabin crew, ground staff, and management - from safety announcements to passenger communication to negotiations with international partners.

The AI avatar simulates typical tourism situations: guest service, complaint handling, airport communication, and presentations at travel fairs. You practise around the clock and can repeat scenarios as often as you like.

Yes. Booking systems, customer communication, and trade fair preparation already take place digitally. Online training mirrors this reality and is accessible from anywhere in the DACH region.

Costs depend on team size, format, and scope. Language training is VAT-exempt. The initial consultation and needs analysis are free. Contact us for an individual quote.

Start Tourism English for Your Team

Schedule a free consultation. We analyse the English requirements of your tourism team and create a tailored online training concept for tour operations, airlines, and destination management.

+49 511 9573 3819

Next Step

Free Needs Analysis

We analyse the English requirements of your tourism team: guest service, booking systems, trade fair communication. Then you receive an individual online training concept.

How much does it cost?

FormatDurationPrice (approx.)Notes
Online — Standard60 minutes€60–70Zoom, Teams, Meet
Online — Extended90 minutes€90–110Recommended for deeper focus
In-person90 min. (min.)€115–140Berlin or Hanover
Group trainingBy arrangementOn request4–8 participants

Prices depend on format, frequency, and requirements. Language instruction is VAT-exempt (§4 Nr.21 UStG).

Who we work with

DHLToyotaMedia MarktContinentalDeutsche Pop

Die Online-Sessions sind genauso effektiv wie Präsenzunterricht. Sehr flexibel und professionell.

Thomas R., IT-Projektmanager

Nach einem dreimonatigen Intensivtraining konnte ich meine erste internationale Präsentation souverän auf Englisch halten.

Stefan K., Projektleiter, Continental AG

Die kostenlosen Online-Lektionen haben mich überzeugt. Die Qualität des Einzelunterrichts hat meine Erwartungen übertroffen.

Anna H., Marketing Managerin

Frequently asked questions

What English level do I need in tourism?+
For most tourism positions with international contact, we recommend at least B2 level. For executives in destination management or at airlines, C1 is ideal. We assess your level for free and tailor the training accordingly.
Can you train tourism-specific vocabulary?+
Yes, that is our focus. We train specialist terms from tour operations, aviation, cruises, destination marketing, and digital booking management. Terms like 'package tour', 'destination management', 'ground handling', and 'GDS' are practised in realistic scenarios.
Do you offer training specifically for airlines?+
Yes. We train airline-specific English for cabin crew, ground staff, and management - from safety announcements to passenger communication to negotiations with international partners.
How does the AI avatar help with tourism English?+
The AI avatar simulates typical tourism situations: guest service, complaint handling, airport communication, and presentations at travel fairs. You practise around the clock and can repeat scenarios as often as you like.
Does tourism English work just as well online?+
Yes. Booking systems, customer communication, and trade fair preparation already take place digitally. Online training mirrors this reality and is accessible from anywhere in the DACH region.
What does online English training for tourism companies cost?+
Costs depend on team size, format, and scope. Language training is VAT-exempt. The initial consultation and needs analysis are free. Contact us for an individual quote.

Improve your English for free

Free online lessons twice a week, vocabulary trainer with 600 words, and a placement test – all without signing up.

Get in touch

Tell us briefly what you need English or German for — we'll suggest the best format for your goals and schedule.

We typically respond within one working day.

What to expect

  • Confident in meetings
  • Persuasive presentations
  • Professional negotiations
  • Texts that work