Trips and Journeys

1. Let’s talk about travelling. Is it difficult to imagine modern life without travelling?

Most people would agree that rest and recreation are as important as work. Different people choose different ways of spending their holidays. The most popular among them is travelling. It's difficult to imagine modern life without travelling as the technological progress of the previous century has allowed people to cover long distances in no time. People are eager to see and explore new places and learn more about different ways of life. Travelling has become a highly organized business in many countries.

2. Do you agree that travelling broadens our horizons? Why?

I really think that travelling broadens our horizons and enrich us intellectually. People travel to see other countries and continents, modern cities and the ruins of ancient towns, to enjoy picturesque places or just for a change of scene. It is always interesting to discover new things and other ways of life, to meet different people, taste different food, examine various architectural styles, visit museums and picture galleries. Travelling is a remarkable key in understanding other cultures, a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the world we live in.

3. Which questions can you ask if you are buying a ticket at the railway station? (Ask 3 questions.)

1) When does my train leave?

2) Is it a direct train?

3) What time does it reach? / When does it get in?

4. Your friend is planning summer holidays. What means of transport will you advice to choose? Why?

Nowadays people can travel in different ways. They can enjoy the comfort and speed of air-liners as well as the conveniences of modern comfortable trains and coaches or the luxury of a sea voyage. People choose this or that way of travelling according to their likings and financial possibilities. Of course, travelling by air is most convenient as in a short time you reach the place of your destination well-rested and well-fed. Naturally it is the most expensive way of travelling too. Travelling by train is slower than by plane, but it has its advantages as well. Many people are convinced that with a train you have speed, comfort and pleasure combined. Most trains nowadays have very comfortable seats as well as sleeping carriages and dining cars, which make even the longest journey enjoyable. Sea voyages these days have become popular again mainly as pleasure trips.

I personally prefer travelling by car. There are several reasons for it. First of all you don't need to reserve your tickets. Then you can go as slowly or as fast as you wish, stop whenever you choose and stay at any place you choose as long as you like. And, of course, you see much more of the countryside than you do travelling by plane or even by train.

5. What do you usually do on a long journey by train?

On a train you enjoy the comfort and pleasure of relaxation. Travelling by train in the daytime may seem tiring to some people while others enjoy talking to their fellow passengers, listening to music, reading a favourite book or just watching the changing landscape through the window. You don’t need to take much food with you as you can have a cup of tea or coffee without leaving your compartment. I like night journeys as well. Sleeping on board the train seems soothing and comforting to me.

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