TRAVEL BROADENS THE MIND

         Nowadays people on our planet can’t live without travelling.

         Different people travel for different reasons. Some people want to see historical places, ancient ruins and medieval castles and learn about the culture, traditions and history of the country. Others prefer active or even extreme holidays, such as white-water rafting or hiking. Nature-lovers are eager to admire spectacular scenery, stunning views and magnificent natural wonders: waterfalls, beaches, rainforests, snow-capped peaks and sparkling lakes.  There are people who enjoy relaxing on a palm-fringed beach, where it is boiling hot, or taking a cruise of the Mediterranean. Still there are travellers who like spending their holidays in luxurious and trendy hotels with lots of extra facilities, such as fully equipped gyms and swimming pools. They enjoy the finer things in life, such as glamorous rooms, health spas, gourmet dishes and splendid interiors of the hotels.

         Today travel agencies offer a great variety of tours and means of transport. You can travel by bus, car, plane, train. You can even go on a voyage by ship.

         What do we begin with when we travel? First we should choose our destination: an elegant hot spot or a legendary European city or something else depending on our likes and dislikes. Then we should book the tickets and the hotel. We can check out the vacancies and confirm them on the Internet. It’s better if the hotel is a stone’s throw from the downtown or the beach. When we travel abroad we shouldn’t forget about insurance. Before the trip we should pack our suitcase – bring with you your insect repellent, first aid kit or passport!

When you are there you must catch a glimpse of all the places to visit. Don’t forget to sample the local dishes when you travel. Giving a chance to the national cuisine is an important step of the journey, because it gives us a lot of information about the land and its traditions. It is also necessary to bring back handmade souvenirs from your trip.

Sometimes our plans fall through and we must cancel reservations. Then we should remember to be polite. Other things can happen abroad: they can mislabel our suitcases, lose documents and so on. In case of an emergency we should go to the embassy.

As for me, I am fond of travelling, though living out of a suitcase is not my thing. I have already been to many places of interest/countries: … . It has always been my dream to visit …: I want to see …, admire …, get to know … .

A wise proverb says: “The world is a book, and those who do not travel are reading only a page”. Travel broadens your mind, giving first-hand experience and unforgettable impressions.