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TRAVEL by April Taylor by April Taylor<br />
TRAVEL<br />
Tips<br />
for<br />
travelling<br />
Stay in a central location<br />
alone<br />
I find this a simple and safe way of travelling. It<br />
eliminates the need to use public transportation. It<br />
is easy to return to the hotel to rest and freshen up<br />
and to leave any purchases you may have made.<br />
Hotels vs AirBnb<br />
Both have their pros and cons. An apartment<br />
rented through AirBnb provides a kitchen, laundry<br />
and privacy; however, there may not be anyone to<br />
help you if require assistance. I do like the feeling<br />
of living like a local when I stay in an apartment.<br />
On the other hand, a hotel provides comfort and<br />
security. I do like having someone to ask for help<br />
with making reservations or calling a taxi, especially<br />
if I am somewhere I don’t speak the language. Also,<br />
I like the security. If there is an emergency, I have<br />
someone to help.<br />
By taking one, you are instantly among like-minded<br />
people who share the same interests as you, making<br />
it easy to connect and make friends. There are day<br />
courses or ones that last weeks or even months.<br />
Originally I combined a course related to my work.<br />
That was good, but sometimes I want to do something<br />
completely different.<br />
My favourite course is Italian language. I have done<br />
this several times. It gives my holiday a purpose and<br />
structure to the day while still allowing plenty of time<br />
for sightseeing and shopping. There are often other<br />
solo travellers of a similar age. I always find someone<br />
to hang out with and share dinner with.<br />
Tours<br />
Tours are an easy way to get around the country and<br />
see the highlights. Again, there are pros and cons. A<br />
tour offers simplicity and security, but you are tied to<br />
the schedule.<br />
Day tours and excursions<br />
I like this option. It allows me to be independent but<br />
visit a place I want to see without having to figure<br />
out how to get there. The tour company will often<br />
pick you up at the hotel or meet in an easy central<br />
location. I enjoy the company of others for a day but<br />
I am not tied to a week tour.<br />
Editor’s note: The author took this trip prior to COVID-19<br />
travel restrictions. Please follow all government guidelines when<br />
travelling.<br />
April Taylor is a freelance writer and hairstylist in Stratford<br />
who loves to travel.<br />
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