Modern life is inconceivable without travelling. Millions of people all over the world travel every day either on business or for pleasure. They are eager to see other countries and continents, to enjoy picturesque landscapes, to learn other peoples’ traditions, to discover different ways of life, to meet new friends, to try various cuisines – in short, to get new impressions. And to practice in foreign languages as well! Most travelers and holiday-makers equip themselves with cameras and take pictures of exciting views of buildings, monuments, waterfalls, forests, plants and animals. These photos will remind them of the happy time of holiday. Basically, there are four means of travelling: by air, by rail, by sea or by road. Travelling by air is the fastest one, but it is the most expensive. Sometimes you have to change planes, which may be inconvenient and even painful, if there are delays of flights. However, there is of the dust and dirt of a railway or car journey. Modern planes move so smoothly that virtually nobody gets airsick. Travelling by railway seems more interesting. With a train you have speed, comfort and pleasure combined. From the comfortable seat of a railway carriage you observe picturesque sceneries of the country you are travelling through. You can have a meal in the dining-car or a wonderful bed in a sleeper. Unfortunately, nowadays trains are not so cheap, especially in Europe. Travelling by ship is also rather popular. Some people enjoy such voyages, but they do not suit me because I get seasick. Many people, including me, like travelling by car. It is highly fascinating, since you can see numerous sights in a short time, you can stop wherever and whenever you wish, not having to buy tickets or carry your suitcases. With a GPS you don’t need maps anymore. The only thing to care for is petrol. Hiking is a kind of travelling on foot with a rucksack. Personally, I'm both an ardent motorist and a hiker. I am fond of walking to the mountains or to the forest. There is nothing like gathering mushrooms and berries in the forest, swimming in the river, making a bonfire and cooking on it. This kind of pastime teaches us discipline and strong will, overcoming hardships and achieving the goal. Sometimes your journey turns out to be a disappointment. It may happen in case the trip is not well organized, or bad weather spoils your plans, or the company who joined your trip is rather dull, or the place from which you had expected much appears to have nothing particular. My own sea experience was a failure for the reason I mentioned before. But never lose a hope for the better trip, and you will make it next time! <span>However, sooner or later you will become home-sick and feel like returning home. Indeed, “East or West - home is best”. </span>
My dream vacation. Probably the best option for me would be to go to another city. My choice will be between Riga and Los Angeles. Roam the streets, avenues, squares. Inhale the fresh, unfamiliar air and see a lot of interesting people. In my opinion, it is much more interesting to learn a new city and new people than to lie aimlessly on the beach by the sea. I want to see all the details, I want to travel by train and feel calm and free. Why did I choose these two cities? Los Angeles is often shown in films and it seems to me that it is there, in the city of angels, that I can find what I am looking for. Or maybe still choose Riga? After all, this city is completely shrouded in a Gothic theme. Beautiful buildings and atmospheric streets. To better experience the life of the city, I want to do at least something. Maybe get a job at a pastry shop and see satisfied people every day? Or maybe just walk the streets and take pictures of people, give them pictures and understand that these pictures will remain forever in your memory
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Отпуск моей мечты. Наверное лучшим вариантом для меня будет поехать в другой город. Мой выбор будет между Ригой и Лос Анджелесом. Бродить по улицам,проспектам,площадям. Вдыхать свежий,незнакомый воздух и видеть много интересных людей. По-моему,намного интереснее узнать новый город и новых людей,чем бесцельно лежать на пляжу у моря. Я хочу разглядеть все детали,хочу ездить на поезде и чувствовать себя спокойно и свободно. Почему я выбрала именно эти два города? В фильмах часто показывают Лос Анджелес и мне кажется,что именно там,в городе ангелов я смогу найти то,что ищу. А может все же выбрать Ригу? Ведь это город полностью окутан готической тематикой. Красивые здания и атмосферные улицы. Чтобы лучше прочувствовать жизнь города,я хочу хоть что-то сделать. Может быть устроиться на работу в кондитерских магазин и каждый день видеть довольных людей? А может быть просто ходить по улицам и фотографировать людей,отдавать им фотографии и понимать,что эти снимки останутся навечно у тебя в памяти
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