Wednesday, 15 August 2012

Independent travel or tour?

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For lovers of travel, there are two ways to discover new destinations rewarding: travel independently, or embark on a tour. Each way of course its advantages and disadvantages, and the ideal trip for you will depend on your tastes, your goals and your expectations. 

If you choose to go to the destination of your choice independently, you should take care to make all hotel reservations and transportation, but also inform you about the attractions and local customs. 

However, if you choose the option of a trip organized by a travel agency, all reservations have been made for you according to your requirements or according to the package selected. 

The main advantage of an independent travel is that you can enjoy a greater freedom. You are free to decide on the places you want to visit, places you want to eat and sleep, as well as your schedule. During a tour, since everything is scheduled, you must follow the rest of the group. 

Similarly, an independent travel you can enjoy more flexibility, especially if you have not completed all your bookings in advance. If you visit a city that you particularly like, you can choose to stay a few more days, you can not do during a tour. 

An independent travel allows you to taste the local flavor of a place to discover the mentality of the people who live there, and if you are sociable, you make friends with them. A tour you will maybe a little less than soak up the culture of a place and its taste typical dishes, but will undoubtedly be better if you are traveling in a country where you do not understand the language. You will be accompanied by a guide and people who speak your language, with which you can share your adventures. 

Since you need to organize by yourself a trip independently, you will probably have time to visit attractions less than if you choose a tour. Travel agents know the tourist spots and places not to be missed, and make the reservations and scheduling accordingly to allow you to see as much as possible during your stay. 

In terms of prices, organized trips are often much less expensive than trips made independently. The reason is simple: by making several group bookings for transportation, accommodation, meals and tours, travel agencies enjoy discounts which they are to their customers. 

Finally, even if the trip can try several autonomous, should not overlook the fact that if, once there, you have any problems whatsoever, you must fend for yourself. Problems, if any during a tour, are addressed by your guide or your organizer so that you can travel with peace of mind without stress.

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