Comparison individual and group travel

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One question often arises when it comes to traveling to distant countries - rather travel individually or rather a group tour? There are advantages and disadvantages to both, that's quite clear. But in the end, people often choose one of the two types of travel. What the differences between the two types of travel is, you will learn here.

Individual trip

  •  With this type of travel you are your own master. Do you want to stay a few days longer in one place because you haven't explored everything yet? No problem at all. Or the weather in one place is too rainy and gloomy for you? Then head south and chase the sun.
  • Every day you can change your itinerary at will. You don't like the weather in the next day at your planned stop? Then look for new places where the weather is better and go there.
  • You can choose your own accommodation, restaurants and tours and compare them according to the reviews. If you travel individually, you have the choice and the agony of having to decide where to stay.
  • No matter in which country you stay. Your language skills will improve. Because you are on your own and you have to organize everything by yourself.

Group tour

  • A group tour is ideal for those who don't have a travel partner, don't want to travel alone, or have never traveled alone. Not everyone is the type to travel alone. Everyone wants to share their experiences with other people who have experienced the same thing. Because shared experiences are the best experiences. This is also how you get to know like-minded people from all over the world and make new friends. And nothing connects more than a unique journey.
  • The planning of the group trip takes over the organization with which you travel. So no stress with route planning or deciding which accommodation is the best. So perfect for those who do not have time to plan a trip due to work life.
  • You benefit from the local insider information and tips that the local guide can give you. As is often the case, the locals know their country best. You can ask the guide anything you want. Be it about the country in general, the history of the country or certain sights. Also, your guide can show you every hidden gallery, every great tapas place and introduce you to locals.
  • You have a maximum experience in minimum time. For those who have few vacation days but want to see a lot, group tours are perfect. You can explore the most beautiful places in the shortest amount of time or away from the typical tourist crowds, your tour operator will show you the beauty of your destination.
  • You usually don't have to wait in line at the top sights. Sometimes you even get access to special places that are reserved for groups only. You don't have to worry about buying tickets months in advance, as you would if you were traveling individually.
  • In some destinations around the world, it even makes more sense from a safety perspective to travel with a tour operator. The tour guides also know which parts of the city should rather be avoided after dark.
  • Guides can help you negotiate. In general, you are less likely to be ripped off on the spot, since you don't have to book tours, cabs or anything else on your own.
Group tour

Want to go on a unique trip but don't have a travel partner or don't want to mess with the planning? Then check out our Group travel over. We take the stress out of planning your trip and take care of everything. All you have to do is pack your bags, get on the plane and enjoy your trip away from mass tourism.

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