The Significance of English Language in Developing Tourism Sector in Aqaba City

Abstract

Language is a very important tool in the dialogue and communication between tourists and people who guide tourists to the places and sites they want to visit. Today, English is the language of the current age and it is also an international language. Therefore, most of the tourist establishments require staff to be proficient in English in addition to the native language spoken by the indigenous people of the country because English is now a common language for many people. There are many centers and institutes that offer courses in English. Since tourism needs to come into contact with foreigners directly. Thus, this paper focuses on the importance of English in the development of the tourism sector. Also, it highlights the importance of cooperation between the educational sector and the tourism sector, which provides tourism services to tourists.