Michael Nanosky | Six Different Types of Travel

 

Six Different Types of Travel

Many people tell us that they would love to travel as we do, but that it is simply not in their budget. We both agree that our approach to long-term travel is not for everyone. However, we believe that there are so many different types of travel available that you will be able to find something that works for you.

According to Michael Nanosky, None of these modes of transportation are good or bad because they each have their own set of advantages and disadvantages. You will most likely enjoy a variety of different types of travel throughout your life. Here are ten examples of different travel styles:

The Weekend Break

Michael Nanosky said So you enjoy traveling, but you also enjoy your 9-5 job and don't want to give it up to travel the world for 6 months? You can still travel by taking short weekend getaways, so don't worry. Look for cheap airfare deals, depart on Friday evening, and return on Sunday to make the most of your limited time.

Justin from 48 Hour Adventure is the ultimate authority on this subject. He is an Australian who lives in London and works in IT, and he spends his weekends traveling throughout Europe. Check out his fantastic blog for 48-hour guides to a variety of cities.

The Package Holiday

Michael Nanosky claims The convenience of a package holiday is that all of the planning is done for you. Simply choose which beautiful beach you want to relax on, and your travel agent will make sure that everything is in place so that your most difficult decision is whether to order a Pina Colada or a Margarita from your sun lounger.

Although hardcore backpackers may look down on package holidays, there is nothing wrong with wanting to spend your hard-earned two weeks off on a sunny beach partying with friends and family.

This is not the type of trip where you can learn a lot about another culture or meet the locals. It's all about having the time of your life in paradise for a week or two!

The Caravan/RV Road Trip

Buckle your seatbelt, put on some great music, and hit the open road for a road trip!

As per Michael Nanosky When you own a caravan, you will always have the option of taking a cheap vacation, and whenever you have a free weekend, you can pack up and drive somewhere new. This is a great way to explore the natural beauty that is close to home, and it is also one of the most child-friendly types of travel.

The Group Tour

Michael Nanosky said Group tours can range from buses full of 20-year-olds looking to drink and party to groups of 80-year-olds looking to see historical monuments and everything in between. Whatever your interests are, from art history to ghosts to cheese-making to fishing, there is a group tour for you. Your itinerary is usually jam-packed with a variety of activities, so you'll never be bored.

The benefit of a group tour is that you will be thrown into a group with a lot of people who share your interests, and you will most likely make some new friends. Some people, however, cannot bear the thought of having all of their activities planned for them and prefer the freedom of independent travel.

Volunteer Travel

Michael Nanosky claims Volunteering around the world is another popular type of travel, whether you are helping to build a school in Africa, volunteering on an organic farm in Italy, or working in an orphanage in Cambodia.

While volunteering can be a very rewarding experience, you should make sure that your efforts are truly adding value to the community you are visiting. For a more in-depth look at "Voluntourism," read this interesting piece by one of our guest authors.

Long-Term Slow Travel

This describes the way Lee and I travel the majority of the time. Long-term slow travel is when you take several months or years to travel around the world, staying in each location long enough to fully immerse yourself in the culture.

Michael Nanosky says Long-term travelers are frequently budget backpackers, attempting to stretch their travel funds as far as possible by staying in hostels and seeking out cheap food and attractions. Long-term travel, as opposed to other types of short-term travel, is often more of a lifestyle choice.