English for Tourism Course | Online 1-to-1 Lessons

Tourism English

Online English for tourism course with a native teacher

The Break Into English course for tourism professionals is taught one-to-one over video, with a native teacher you keep from start to finish. It starts from your job and your real situations: a family at the visitor desk, a day trip to sell, a group whose coach is running late.

With international guests, English helps you inform, advise, and sell, but also reassure when something does not go to plan. A guest who feels understood leaves a better review and is more likely to come back.

That is why the classes focus on speaking: you do most of the talking, through role-plays from your job, and your teacher corrects what matters in front of your guests.

The Break Into English method

How the tourism English classes work

Classes follow a dynamic method focused on speaking and listening. Your teacher combines several activities based on your goal and, if useful, uses our General English and Business English textbooks.

Oral presentations
You prepare a presentation of a place or a tour you sell and present it to your teacher.
Listening activity
You summarize a short audio clip, then summarize it again using the new vocabulary, and get used to different accents.
Picture description
You describe a photo of a site or a landscape, then describe it again using 3 to 7 new words.
Grammar in practice
Grammar is practiced out loud, based on your own mistakes, with no fill-in-the-blank drills.

Sample 45-minute class

10 min · Your presentation

You present a tour or a place as you would to a guest.

15 min · Listening and summary

You work on comprehension and vocabulary with an audio clip.

20 min · Role-play

You welcome a visitor played by your teacher, then go over your mistakes.

Course length and schedule, before or during the season

Course length depends on your starting level and your goal. To make fast progress, we recommend at least 2 hours of class per week, with a little practice between classes.

Classes last 30, 45, or 60 minutes and are booked in packs of 5 to 40 sessions.

Classes run 7 days a week and can be canceled for free up to 6 hours before, so you can step up before the season and keep a lighter pace during the busy months.

English for tour guides and tourism professionals

The course adapts to your role and to the visitors you meet.

Visitor centers and front desks

Give information, recommend an activity, and present your city and its surroundings.

Travel agents and tour operators

Sell a trip, manage a booking, and answer customers by phone or email.

Tour guides and attractions

Lead a guided tour, tell the story of a place, and answer questions from a group.

Tourism students

Prepare for an internship or a first job working with international visitors.

English level needed in tourism, by role

The CEFR measures language level in 6 steps, from A1 to C2. Here are benchmarks by role, with the TOEIC Listening & Reading score that matches each level according to ETS.

Role	Recommended CEFR level	TOEIC score (out of 990)
Front desk, seasonal staff	B1	From 550
Travel agent, trip advisor	B1 to B2	550 to 785
Tour guide, attraction host	B2	From 785
Manager, product manager	B2 to C1	785 to 945

B2 is a common requirement in tourism job postings with international guests. The TOEIC does not measure C2.

English for tourism course content

Your teacher builds each class around your job. Every situation is practiced in role-play, out loud and in writing.

Welcoming visitors and giving information
Greet a visitor, understand the request, and give directions, opening hours, and prices.
Recommending and selling a tour
Present a tour or a trip, highlight what makes it special, and close the sale.
Bookings by phone and email
Take a booking, change it, confirm it in writing, and explain the cancellation policy.
Guided tours and heritage
Tell the history of a place, describe a landmark, and keep a group engaged in English.
Complaints and unexpected problems
Handle a delay, a cancellation, or an unhappy guest, and offer a solution.
Online reviews and written content
Reply to an online review, write an offer description, and send a sales email.

Want to review the basics? Read our guides to travel vocabulary in English and travel expressions.

Essential tourism English vocabulary

A few words and phrases you use every day with international guests, each with a sample sentence you will practice in class.

Term	Meaning	Sample sentence
Booking / reservation	A confirmed place or service	“Would you like me to make a booking for tomorrow?”
Fully booked	No places left	“I’m afraid the morning tour is fully booked.”
Itinerary	The plan of a trip	“Here is your itinerary for the three days.”
Day trip	A one-day excursion	“We offer a day trip to the castles every Tuesday.”
Guided tour	A visit led by a guide	“The guided tour lasts about two hours.”
Package (US) / package holiday (UK)	Travel, hotel, and extras sold together	“The package includes flights, hotel, and transfers.”
Meeting point	Where a group gathers	“The meeting point is in front of the town hall.”
Running late	Delayed	“The coach is running 20 minutes late, I’m sorry.”
Refund	Money paid back	“You’ll get a full refund if you cancel 48 hours before.”
Sightseeing	Visiting famous places	“Is this your first time sightseeing in the area?”

Not sure where to start? Book a free trial class and your teacher will assess your level.

Prove your tourism English with an official certificate

A certificate proves your level to employers and recruiters in tourism. Break Into English is an authorized Cambridge English exam center and is accredited by ETS for the TOEIC.

Assess your level
In the free trial class, your teacher assesses your level on the CEFR scale.
Choose the exam
Cambridge English or TOEIC, depending on what your employer asks for.
Prepare in class
You combine tourism English with practice on the exam format.
Take the exam
You sit the exam with the level you need to prove.

Cambridge English exam centerETS TOEIC accreditationOne-to-one video classes

English for tourism course pricing

from €14.38

per class, in packs of 5 to 40 sessions. Your first 30-minute class is free.

One-to-one classes, self-paced courses, or a short course?

Format	How it works	Built around your job
Free or self-paced online course	Videos and quizzes at your own pace, with no live teacher	No
Group class	Fixed schedule and the same program for everyone	Partly
Short intensive course	Many hours at once, often only off-season	Partly
One-to-one classes with Break Into English	A live native teacher, 7 days a week, free cancellation up to 6 hours before	Yes, based on your role and your guests

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English for tourism training for teams

We train teams at visitor centers, travel agencies, and attractions with one-to-one classes: one native teacher per person and schedules that fit each roster. 64 companies already trust Break Into English.

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Reviews of our online English classes

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Giuliana Dall'Antonia
a month ago

Ich bin sehr zufrieden mit meiner Englischschule und insbesondere mit meiner Lehrerin Bakara. Sie gestaltet die Lektionen interessant, lernfördernd und abwechslungsreich – es macht richtig Spass, Englisch zu lernen! Man merkt, dass sie mit Herz bei der Sache ist und auf individuelle Bedürfnisse eingeht. Break Into English ist absolut empfehlenswert für alle, die ihre Englischkenntnisse effektiv und mit Freude verbessern möchten.

Gregory Benabu
a month ago

Un grand merci à Carmen, qui est vraiment géniale : très patiente, à l’écoute et toujours motivante. Les leçons sont ludiques, interactives et parfaitement adaptées au niveau de notre fils. Il progresse rapidement, tout en prenant plaisir à apprendre. Nous recommandons fortement Break Into English — c’est l’idéal pour progresser en anglais facilement et dans la bonne humeur !

Svetlana Kupriyanchik
a month ago

I've had a wonderful experience learning English at this school! The program is well-structured, engaging, and truly helps you improve naturally and confidently. All the teachers are highly professional and supportive, always creating a welcoming and motivating atmosphere. I want to give special thanks to Gabu Ithier – she is an outstanding teacher! Her energy, patience, and ability to explain even the most complex things in a clear and fun way made every class a joy. I’m incredibly grateful for the progress I’ve made with her help. Thank you to the entire team – I’m so glad I chose this school!

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Marie-Jo Golovine
a month ago

L'équipe prend le temps de trouver le prof idéal qui correspond à vos souhaits, à vos besoins et votre profil. Au début, ma fille a "testé" plusieurs professeurs qui ne l'ont pas satisfait (fuseau horaire et difficulté à trouver un horaire commun, méthode du professeur qui ne correspond pas à l'enfant, etc.), mais au bout de 4 professeurs on nous a enfin trouvé la perle rare et ça fait maintenant 3 ans que nous avons toujours le même professeur pour notre fille de 14 ans, et sa sœur de 12 ans a aussi commencé avec ce professeur il y a plus de 6 mois. Les progrès en anglais des deux enfants sont incroyables. Nous sommes ravis ! De plus le fait de pouvoir s'entendre sur les horaires avec les professeurs, qu'ils soient flexibles est un plus.

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Jimena C.
a month ago

Break Into English offers excellent one-on-one online lessons with skilled native-speaking teachers who tailor each session to your needs. Their professional approach make learning both effective and enjoyable. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to improve their English confidently and efficiently.

Sam Louwman
3 months ago

I've been taking classes with Break Into English for a while now, and it's honestly one of the best learning experiences I’ve had. All the teachers I've worked with are native speakers, super professional, and really good at adapting lessons to what I need What I love most is how personalized everything feels, it's not just a generic course. The classes are structured but flexible, and I can see real progress in my speaking and confidence. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants serious, high quality English lessons with great teachers

Olena Vrublevska
a month ago

This has been the best experience I’ve ever had — I truly enjoy every lesson with Kirstyn, and we’ve been having them for the past two years already (Wow!)!

Emma
a year ago

I can recommend. Staff are attentive and supportive. Break Into English is hearing to student's needs. What's more, I'm extremely satisfied with the quality of the courses' content. It was possible to make real progress thanks to the particular course.

Karenina Alvarenga (Karen)
a year ago

I took 5 classes with Krystin and she was very kind, gentle and helpful.It was an excellent approach to the learning process.

azadeh djalili
6 years ago

Great teachers & method

FAQ about our English for tourism course

How much does an English for tourism course cost?

One-to-one classes start at €14.38 per class, in packs of 5 to 40 sessions. Your first 30-minute class is free, with no commitment and no credit card.

I work seasonally. Can I train before the busy season?

Yes. You can take several classes a week before the season starts, then keep a lighter pace during the busy months. Classes run 7 days a week and can be canceled for free up to 6 hours before.

What level of English do I need to start?

There is no minimum level. Your teacher assesses your level on the CEFR scale during the free trial class, then builds the program around your job and your guests.

Is the course suitable for tour guides?

Yes. Tour guides practice describing a site, telling its history, managing a group, and answering questions, using the places they actually show.

How long does it take to feel confident with international guests?

It depends on your starting level. We recommend at least 2 hours of class per week. The most common situations, such as welcoming guests, giving information, and taking a booking, are covered from the first classes.

Do I learn American or British English?

Both. Your teacher shows you the differences you will hear from guests, such as vacation and holiday, or line and queue, and focuses on the visitors you meet most.

Can I get a certificate at the end?

Yes. Break Into English is an authorized Cambridge English exam center and is accredited by ETS for the TOEIC. Your teacher can prepare you for the exam an employer asks for.

Do you train teams at travel agencies or visitor centers?

Yes. We train teams with one-to-one classes: one native teacher per person and schedules that fit each roster. Request a quote from our page for companies.

What is the difference with a Business English class?

Business English covers the corporate world: meetings, negotiation, and business vocabulary. English for tourism focuses on guests and visitors: information, bookings, tours, sales, and handling problems.

English for Tourism Course: Online Lessons for Tourism Professionals

Free tourism English trial class

Online English for tourism course with a native teacher

How the tourism English classes work

Oral presentations

Listening activity

Picture description

Grammar in practice

10 min · Your presentation

15 min · Listening and summary

20 min · Role-play

Course length and schedule, before or during the season

English for tour guides and tourism professionals

Visitor centers and front desks

Travel agents and tour operators

Tour guides and attractions

Tourism students

English level needed in tourism, by role

English for tourism course content

Welcoming visitors and giving information

Recommending and selling a tour

Bookings by phone and email

Guided tours and heritage

Complaints and unexpected problems

Online reviews and written content

Essential tourism English vocabulary

Prove your tourism English with an official certificate

Assess your level

Choose the exam

Prepare in class

Take the exam