Amadeus GDS Foundations: Travel Booking and Industry Essentials

The global travel industry relies on robust systems to connect airlines, hotels, and travel agencies in real time. Amadeus is at the heart of this network, powering millions of transactions daily. This text-based course guides you from absolute beginner to confidently understanding how the Amadeus Global Distribution System (GDS) operates, preparing you for a career in travel, tourism, or aviation. What you'll learn: - Understand the foundational concepts of Global Distribution Systems and the role of Amadeus in global travel distribution. - Navigate the Amadeus interface and interpret essential system commands for flight searches and availability. - Create, retrieve, and modify Passenger Name Records (PNRs) with accurate customer and flight data. - Decode and encode city, airport, and airline codes to perform swift system inquiries. - Explore modern travel distribution trends, including NDC (New Distribution Capability) and API-driven booking workflows. You will start with core industry terminology and the history of travel distribution before moving step-by-step through command structures, reservation management, and modern digital ticketing standards. This course is designed specifically for beginners looking to enter the travel and aviation sectors, with no prior experience in GDS software required. Start reading today to build a solid foundation in industry-standard travel technology.