Various means of transport

People who wish to travel either for pleasure or on business have at their disposal various means of transport. If you want to get somewhere as quickly as possible the best way is to travel by plane. It is better to book tickets in advance. On the appointed day you go to the airport by car. Soon you'll be boarding a big airliner and it will carry you to new lands. When on the plane you may look around. In front of you in the cockpit you'll see a pilot and his crew. Some of the passengers are already reclining in comfortable armchairs. There is a kitchen in the rear part of the plane where the steward­esses are preparing the meals. Presently we take off and in a few minutes the pilot informs us of the altitude. Sometimes it is possi­ble to see land. It is like a geographical map. Our plane is due to arrive in eight hours. The time passes quickly. The plane arrives at the airport on time.

Travelling by train is slower than by plane but it has its ad­vantages. When on the train you can always see the countryside around you, so you are not simply travelling, but your holidays have already begun. To have a good trip by train you must book the tickets beforehand. When the day of your departure comes, you go to the railway station, which is usually closer to your home than the air­port. The porter helps you with your luggage. You go to your car­riage and find out if you have a lower or upper berth in your compart­ment. Each compartment has its own window, a table, a place for your suitcases and, of course, four berths.

Travelling by sea is mostly for those who are going on holiday and want a pleasant voyage. On board a large cruise ship people traverse oceans and visit other countries. The ship stops for a day or two in different ports and people go ashore on excur­sions. Crossing the ocean is a magnificent and very long voyage, with enormous waves before you and a 4-deck liner under you. The only drawback is seasickness, so before starting on a voyage you should find out whether you suffer from it or not.

Many people prefer travelling by car. This way you can explore the nearby towns and cities. The greatest advantage is that you can stop whenever you like and that you are not bound by any schedule. You start from your own front door and take any road you like.

Coach tours are not expensive and very popular. They are planned as holidays and there is a chance to do a lot of sightsee­ing and have a good rest at the same time.

All means of travel have their advantages and disadvantages. People choose one according to their plans and destination.