How Do You Prefer To Travel?

@Malyck (3425)
Australia
April 27, 2008 10:46am CST
By car, boat, plane, train? Obviously it depends on where you're going, but I really do love to be on planes, especially international flights. I flew to Austria on Austrian airlines in 2006, going overseas for the first time, and the service was great, the food was great, having free alcohol was great =P I also quite like trains, especially through really nice country scenery =) And I'm big fan of walking when I just need to get from point a to b, I let my... legs do the walking =P How do you like to get around when you're going out or away? Any travelling plans for this year? I'm going to visit my sister in Sydney in June, it'll be her first winter away from home =)
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@GreenMoo (11834)
5 May 08
If I'm honest, i don't really like travelling at all. Unfortunately I have to travel fairly long distances quite regularly, and either fly or take the ferry and drive. It's the hassle factor of travel that I don't like, so I suppose driving would have to be my preferred method as at least you're in control. Ferries are dismal places to be long term. The route I took earlier this year was over 30 hours, and as I get seasick it was hell on earth for me.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
7 May 08
That's impressive though, if I'd been through 7 countries at that age (or even now), it's something I'd be bragging about =P Oh, I see, that must get to be a bit of a strain, even though you get to see your family. We're the ones to go and see our relatives too, but it's not often, and it's within the country, so it's not too bad. Plus, they're all good cooks =P Thanks =D I thought dad and I would have a fight some time during the lesson, but we were both really calm, and he did a really good job =) My mum's the one who hasn't even offered to take me out =P
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
5 May 08
ugh. that would be hell. Do you need to travel for work? I can officially say that I like to drive, now, having driven for the first time yesterday! I was so proud, as was my dad - my lucky teacher =P All I've wanted to do all day is hop in a car and drive out of this town for a while, now that I know I'm not too un-coordinated to get behind the wheel =P I also didn't have RLS once while I was driving, fortunately =P *presses more and more on the accelerator* oops. =P
@GreenMoo (11834)
5 May 08
Both my partner and I live in different countries to our familes, and it's always a case of us visiting them rather than the other way around. When my littlest was a month old he had driven through seven countries, poor little mite. Congrats on the driving lesson :-) I remember that my Dad promised to teach me to drive. Unfortuantely we had a blazing row before we even got to the car and that was the end of that!
• Philippines
28 Apr 08
hey malyck, yes it actually depends on where you are going. i like taking planes. it gets you there faster and when i travel to places i get excited and cant wait to be there. eventhough i dont show it i really am deep down so the plane is good to take. i also like driving a car. road tripping is good especially when your with family and friends. sometimes i get bored sitting on the passengers seat in the car so friends and family is a good thing when your taking a trip. and when your the one driving at least you wont get bored taking the trip because your the one driving. being in charge of the wheel keeps you alert and occupied. but the negative point with cars is that gas prices are so high these days, so i dont recommend it unless you share gas money. and i have taken boat rides to other places i havent taken a boat ride for more than 1 day or half of a day. its nice to take a boat ride to other places as well but its not exactly my ideal way to travel unless its a fast craft. and i have only tried riding on a train twice [coming & going back] when i was in thailand and i found it pleasant. the old trains not the new modern trains now i mean. i feel that its a good kind of transportation because its cheap and fast.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
I like the occasional road trip, but I don't know if I could handle the long trip as a driver, either with or without passengers, but I do enjoy being a passenger myself. Petrol does cost a hell of a lot, I'm glad that I don't drive, although I will be soon and I'll have to put up with it =P For me, where boats are concerned, I think they have to be holiday themselves, like cruise ships, so they're not just taking you to your destination, but are luxury in themselves and have a lot to offer. I like going on ferry rides in Sydney, especially if I'm going to Luna Park =D
• Philippines
28 Apr 08
with road trips in group you can maybe take turns with other people in driving. hehe.. i have an aunt who does long road trips and when she feels tired or sleepy she has to stop and sleep no matter what. i like taking ferry rides too. theres a ferry boat in our place and i take it sometimes when i go back home from the university, usually when im in no hurry at all. its nice to take the ferry when your not in a rush. but in long trips for me i still feel that i should take the fastes mode of transportation to get there to maximize the hours that i can take touring the area and get my times worth there because taking trips dont come very often
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
yeah, I totally know what you mean about trips not coming around much. I like to "get my money's worth", so to speak, so if I'm going a long distance I'd rather fly and save time, being able to spend more valuable time in my destination. I agree =) I'd love to take a ferry to and from school, that would be awesome =) That is a plus about going on a group road-trip if you're all licensed, taking the driving in turns, as well as being able to divide up the petrol costs. My mum's best friend has some sort of disorder that makes her really sleepy when she drives/is in a car, and usually can't get more than 100km/an hour of driving in before needing to pull over and have a nap. It's so cute! She's been like that since she was a kid. Kind of weird, but she's managed to take herself to some pretty exciting places, including Mexico for a month, alone and knowing no Spanish =P
@maximax8 (31053)
• United Kingdom
27 Apr 08
Most of all I love to travel by train and looking out of the window in the day time I enjoy seeing the passing scenery. I like to sleep in a comfortable compartment in the night time. Then it is nice to arrive in my destination. The longest train journey that I have done was from Cairns to Brisbane in Australia and that train took about 36 hours. It was a wonderful train to travel on and it even had a club loco car on it. The most exciting train trip that I have ever done was in Kenya when all the lights in the carriage failed and I didn't want to move to another. It was so great at breakfast time to see a giraffe out of the window. I like to fly sometimes because airfares, depending on destination, can be cheap and it is the only practical way to get to many faraway places. I like to get a window seat when possible and the best view from a plane window that I have seen was the pyramids of Egypt. I had a delightful flight on a small plane in the Maldives, seeing the beautiful reef and islands. I think that there is not much leg room available and with a trolley service it can be difficult to walk up and down the aisle. The airlines that I like most are Air New Zealand, Qantas and Virgin Atlantic. I hope that you have a great time in Sydney visiting your sister.
@maximax8 (31053)
• United Kingdom
4 May 08
Thanks for the best response. How was the weather in wonderful Sydney? I hope that you had a wonderful time visiting your sister. Yes, it would be great if you get to travel to lots more places that you are interested in visiting. I travel by bus sometimes and that can be quite funny to do. On a bus in Samoa people sat on each other's laps and on the floor. One person sat on my backpack and I arrived with fruit juice dripping out of it. In Indonesia the buses had very little leg room indeed. In Fiji the bus didn't have glass windows. Yes, traveling by plane is more comfortable but people don't see as much. I wish you happy traveling.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
4 May 08
Still yet to go visit her unfortunately, almost 2 whole months left to wait - it's torturous to know that it's coming up but that you can't make it come any sooner =P No worries on the best response, you deserve it - you're well travelled and your stories are interesting. So many buses in so many countries! You should write the Bus Chronicles or something! =D
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Wow, I'm quite envious of your travels =) I didn't realise there was such a great length between Brisbane and Cairns... probably because I've never really thought of it =P, but it does surprise me. How exciting to spend the morning gazing at giraffes =D I haven't been on a particularly long-distance train journey, but it was really nice going through the Bohemian country-side, when I went to Austria. Window seats are definitely my favourite, even if it can be a bit of a pain to get passed fellow passengers, it's well worth the view, especially in the day time and when you're coming in for landing, being IN the clouds and seeing the city below. It's insanely cool =) Nothing compared to the pyramids though, I bet. I look forward to flying first class one day and seeing the differences in seating/service etc. Thanks, I'm sure I'll have a great time down there with her, even though it will be cold =P Thank you for your comment and sharing some of your adventures =D
@williamjisir (22819)
• China
10 May 08
Hello Malyck. Among all the traffic tools, I prefer taking a trip by plane. It is so fast and I don't have to spend so long a time on the journey. I love to watch the beautiful sky high above the ground with white and dark clouds flying from one direction to another. I love the feeling high above the ground as if I myself were flying.
• China
10 May 08
this is the photo i took on the plane - i love the sky high above the earth, so beautiful
I have already uploaded a photo that I took while I was travelling by plane from Hangzhou to Guangzhou this January when it was so cold and cloudy. It was strange that we were having rain that day when I was at the airport, but once we were high up in the sky, the weather was so nice with sunshine and blue sky and white clouds, as can be seen from the photo.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
10 May 08
That's a really nice photo =) I'm yet to take one while in a plane, but I hope that next time I fly I can get some really nice shots - the clouds always look so magical. I love being able to see the shaded and shadowed parts of the land when we're descending in the plane =)
@theprogamer (10534)
• United States
27 Apr 08
Planes are okay, despite my dislike of public flying (and just airports themselves nowadays -_-) Trains are good for scenic travel, but thats more in pocket places and other countries -_-. I'd prefer this one over public flying, but put me in a low flying plane or chopper and its a tie. Birdseye and trainside scenes are both great in my opinion... but thats just one side of travel. For efficiency, a good rail system would do. Driving has its freedom, yes but good grief... I question this "freedom" with the day to day traffic and having to deal with many people who don't know how to drive (or how to drive safe). Trains are safer and can go certain distances depending on the rail, but during key times there are crowds there too. Walking has its moments too of course. =3
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Walking is more of the "exploring" travel, and not so much the way to get to your destination (assuming it's more than a few kilometres away) =P I love to go out walking once I'm somewhere new, and take in the sights, sounds, smells. Start feeling a bit comfortable. Of course you can end up accidentally walking into a completely different district in Austria, and 3 hours after departing the hotel find yourself absolutely lost - but there are lots of nice cafes and stores to lose yourself in anyway =P I haven't had too bad experiences with the whole airport thing, although I'm not huge on the big crowds, it hasn't been too painful for me in the past =) I'll be catching a train home from Sydney whenever I decide I've had enough of my sister, and that will be quite an experience - my longest train ride ever =) It will be interesting to take the trip by rail, having only flown and driven in the past. =D
@theprogamer (10534)
• United States
28 Apr 08
I forgot about boats... travel by sea is pretty neat too.
• Croatia (Hrvatska)
5 May 08
i Prefer train because some parts of train is for smokers and you can go in toilet, open window, watch movies and listening music on lap top...etc
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
5 May 08
I am yet to take my first long trip on a train, but I can see all the advantages of those facilities for long rides, including the (over priced) food canteen areas as well. So far, the longest train ride I have been on is about 1 1/2 hours, so toilets and walking around haven't been a big concern, but in June I'll be on a 10 hour ride home, so then it will definitely be a plus. Thanks for your response, Sonic! =D
@itsmepinky (1300)
• India
28 Apr 08
I prefer to travel by plane. I do like to travel by train but can't travel for long hours. I hate travelling by bus. ~Pinks~
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
I hate buses too, although I've never really had to spend a long time on one thankfully. I'm so excited about visiting my sister, I just called to let her know the dates, and it turns out she'll be on a break from Uni, so I'm going to spend a few days there with her, and then we're going to catch the train home together, and she'll spend a few days up here with me =D
@skydancer (2101)
• United States
28 Apr 08
I rarely even get to travel mostly because I never have any travel companions, but when I do, it is usually by car, and if I was going overseas, I would definitely arrange to go by boat because I have BIG TIME aviophobia. I have never been on a train before. I definitely like walking if it's just a short distance just because I love to move around and don't want to be trapped in a vehicle if I can avoid it; the exercise feels good. As for any overnight vacations, I hope I can do something this summer, but I am not sure what my options are at this moment, so I guess we'll see.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
I seem to like to travel to a new place by myself first, and then take someone there and experience it again with them, and know a little of what I'm talking about. I quite like being alone, so I haven't found a lack of companions to stop my travelling. Normally it's just money and time that stop that =P Exercise does feel good, and my body is missing it because I've been so lazy lately Well I hope you can and do go on some sort of trip for your summer, and have a great time while you're at it =)
• Hong Kong
5 May 08
Have fun traveling in June! I would prefer by car or by plane! By car, it means I could stop wherever I want if I see some good scenery. By plane, that means I could arrive at the destination the soonest and I could save time and start exploring different places.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
5 May 08
Those are definitely the selling points of those two mediums of travel. Thanks, I will have fun in June, and I've just found out tonight that my sister will be driving up to surprise our mum for mother's day! She didn't move away long ago, but I'm excited to see her. Any travel plans coming up for you?
@di1159 (1580)
• United States
28 Apr 08
Hello, As long as I'm going somewhere I'm happy! I guess I prefer to travel by car only because I feel that I'm not a schedule and if I want to stop somewhere and explore I can. I love to take back roads and see the real people and country. When I get to the destination, I love walking too. This year though, I am flying to Niagara Falls for a few days and we are going to the Canadian side, so we won't be driving since we live in So. Florida. Can't wait! Good luck in Sydney, it's on my to-do list!
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
29 Apr 08
As long as I'm going somewhere I'm happy! I couldn't agree with you more; that's so true =) Stopping of your own free will is an advantage of driving that no-one else had thought of/brought up so far - you're so right, it is a pretty big plus. Seeing the real people and places is something that I'm really into when I travel, as well as the obvious sort of "tourist" destinations and sights to see. Niagara Falls will be amazing, I love waterfalls and bodies of water, even though I'm not "beachy" as far as swimming and tanning, I'm absolutely amazed by water. I hope you have a fantastic time! Thanks, I'm just bursting with excitement to go and see her. I was there only 1 month and a half ago, but it's such a refreshing change from being in my rural kind of home town, it's nice to go to the city and be anonymous and have a place to wear nice outfits =P Definitely come out to Australia if you have the chance, it's a hoot =P
@rhane7315 (5649)
• Philippines
28 Apr 08
i haven't experienced on traveling by plane so i guess i would try that but i prefer to travel by car
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Thank you for responding, and I hope that you enjoy your first trip by plan whenever that happens =D
28 Apr 08
I don't mind travelling by train, car or plane, the last time i took the train was when i went to Paris by Eurostar in August 2007, i have to say the journey was really good and very efficient. My favourite way of travelling is by by plane though, i just love it. The last time i travelled by plane was in 2006 to Canada. I don't like travelling by bus or tube though as it can get pretty uncomfortable
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
29 Apr 08
You've been to Canada and France? That's so cool, they're two (of many) places that I want to visit in my little lifetime =) I love flying too, all forms of travel are unique, but flying is quite magnificent. Public transport can be quite stuffy and uncomfortable, I only use it for short distances. =)
• Philippines
28 Apr 08
i love to travel by plane, i love the feeling that ur up there seeing the clouds and seeing rainbows..it feels like u are really close to God..=)
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Don't the clouds just look beautiful?! The view is my favourite part of flying, sure it's fast and usually cost-effective, but the view takes the cake =)
• China
28 Apr 08
I like travel by air.It makes me feel like an angel in the sky.But i just took plane to travel for once .BeiJing.I join a travel agency accompany with my anut uncle sister and my grandmother.I really like BeiJing and enjoy myself.If i have chance,i prefer travel alone.No plan no accompany.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
I agree with you about travelling alone, although it can also be really nice to have someone there to experience it with you - I can't wait to take my boyfriend away in a few months time and show him all the great places I've been =P I feel quite magical and angel-like when I'm in a plane also, especially if I get a window seat (preferably without a view of the plane's wing, which kind of ruins the moment =P)
@subha12 (18441)
• India
28 Apr 08
yes it depends on where i am going. if its for short distance, i prefer to travel by taxi. if long distance i prefer mainly by plane. its less time consuming and so i like it. sometimes we also go by train though.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Taxis are so expensive around here. I don't have my license yet, so when I don't have anyone to give me a lift around locally it costs me a LOT. Most places that I need to get to cost at least $18 by taxi, which just isn't affordable for regular trips. I really want to go on a holiday right now, with all this talk of travelling =P
@as2006 (5040)
• Israel
27 Apr 08
One of my goals is to travel around the world and I want to that by train by car by boat and foot.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
27 Apr 08
Well, I wish you the best of luck with this goal, and I hope the same for myself. It's always been something that I've wanted to experience, and I hope that I can save enough money to travel to see and experience all our world has to offer =)
• Canada
27 Apr 08
Cool :) Well yes I would have to say by plane for the most part. I actually enjoy being in planes usually .. Except when you are beside annoying/weird people who snore or smell funny or something haha. Therefore, I prefer to travel on a plane but with a friend or a family member. Also, I enjoy travelling by car as long as it is comfortable and I am not the one driving! I like to look at the scenery of different places while listening to music.. :)
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
I agree about weird/smelly/snoring people, but that kind of goes for any form of transport. I suppose overseas flights are the worst though, if you get stuck next to someone unpleasant. I like to be in the car as long as there's some natural air coming in, some music that I love and I am able to watch the road, and preferably sit in the front passenger's seat. Otherwise I feel really uneasy. Thanks for your response =)
@pooh08 (671)
• Vietnam
28 Apr 08
I only travel by train in my country. I haven't ever traveled abroad. This summer I'm going to travel abroad by plane. Plane takes less time than others. But it's very expensive.
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Oh, that's so exciting that you're going to be going overseas this year. Where will you be going? Plane is and isn't expensive, its definitely the cheapest way to go across long distances that would cost a fortune in buses, trains etc. I hope you have a great trip, wherever you're going! =D
27 Apr 08
I have to say though i am afraid of heights i really do love planes hehe i wanted to be an R.A.F pilot not to long back, my girlfriend and the seriousness of our relationship is what is preventing me hehe
@Malyck (3425)
• Australia
28 Apr 08
Aww, haha, maybe you can book yourself or both of you in for a joy-flight some time, and then you won't be missing out too much =) My best friend has always wanted to be a pilot, but at this point in time is still unable because she's vision impaired. Thanks for your response! =D