Blue Badge Guides are selected, trained and examined by The
Institute of Tourist Guiding. The training is detailed and
comprehensive, the examinations rigorous and registration
an achievement.
In London the course lasts for eighteen months.
Originating in London, this has been awarded by regional Tourist
Boards since 1969, so that every guide will have the same
background of national core knowledge combined with in-depth
local knowledge.
As well as acquiring knowledge, Blue Badge Guides are trained
in the selection and presentation of material. This has been
so successful that English trainers have trained guides all
over the world, and the Blue Badge is recognised internationally.
Blue Badge Guides have a wide range of languages (40!), specialities
and interests, and can guide on foot, in cars, on coaches,
on trains and on boats.
They have a wealth of experience which is respected by discriminating
tour operators and travel agents throughout the world.
They take pride in constantly updating their knowledge to
enable their visitors to enjoy Britain's immense, unique and
varied heritage.
They are practical, punctual, reliable and thrive on the unexpected,
welcoming individuals or groups, here on business or for pleasure.
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