Travelling is very popular in the 21st century and that is why it is so common. Nowadays we are able to travel even to distant countries, where we can get acquainted with new cultures, interesting people and their customs, and compare the differences between the way of living in our country and the land we are visiting. Travelling has some advantages (fun, adventure, the excitement of seeing new places, learning about new cultures, etc.) and disadvantages. Travelling may be dangerous and for some people it´s very expensive. We can meet bad people, get lost, be murdered or our money can be stolen. The worst is the fact, that travelling spoils a nature.

Before travelling you should find out some information about a place you´re going to and take some vaccinations and insurance. Why do people travel?

In the past, people searched for food, or ran away from danger. But the time has changed. Every day millions of people travel from one place to another. People travel for different reasons. Travelling is a part of life of each of us. You commute to school or to work every day. Some people travel abroad to learn new language or to earn some extra money (au-pairs). Travelling could be also a hobby. Some people travel far away from their home because of starting new life in a place where nobody knows them and where they can be on their own. We can find out a plenty of beautiful places and meet many people or friends and we obtain experience for our life. Some people travel on business, for political or cultural reasons. Others travel for scientific purposes. Even smuggling isn´t unusual. Tourism

Probably the most common reason is tourism. Tourism is the most important source of money for every country. But on the other hand, tourism affects countryside and environment. Number of tourists all over the world is growing because more and more people like travelling.

Travel companies publish many pamphletes and brochures. Of course, tourism doesn´t mean only the activity of travelling, but also services for those who travel. It touches nearly all sectors of national life. Travelling for tourism isn´t limited to any age group. Even small children can travel with their parents to see another city, another region, or even another country.