Travel
26.10.2009
, aktualizacja: 01.04.2010 12:00
The world is getting smaller. There is a variety of forms of transportation available for everyone now. Although there are cheap flights, trains and buses, still the cheapest way of travelling is hitchhiking. It's usually free.
Hitchhiking isn't always fast or comfortable, but it's definitely fun. You can get a ride to almost every place on Earth, you just need to be patient. It is said to be dangerous, but the statistics don't confirm that. If you are careful and use common sense (as a hitchhiker or as a driver), it's just as safe as any other form of transportation.
Hitchhiking is most popular among young people. It's because they have a lot of time and little money. They are also able to sacrifice comfort for the adventure of meeting new people, visiting new places and making things that were not planned. With the appropriate mood and group of friends hitchhiking is definitely something to remember.
A tu możesz się zapisać na otrzymywanie bezpłatnego Słówka Dnia.
You must remember some rules before you get on the road. In most countries, hitchhiking is not illegal, but in some there are laws that restrict hitchhiking at places such as highways, places near prisons or some other dangerous locations. Trust your instincts, don't get into the car if "something" tells you not to do it. Remember that location is everything. Always pick a good spot, so the drivers can see you from a distance and safely stop the car.
Equipment is very important. Be sure to take a good map, food, water and if the distance is long, taking a tent or a sleeping bag is a good idea too. It will be easier for you and the drivers if you have a sheet of paper with your destination written on it.
Usually you don't have to pay for the ride. Generally all you should do is to entertain the driver with conversation.
If you're afraid of taking a ride from complete strangers, but the adventure calls you, try the Internet pages for those who look for a join ride. It's definitely more safe and predictable.
Bon voyage!
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Hitchhiking is most popular among young people. It's because they have a lot of time and little money. They are also able to sacrifice comfort for the adventure of meeting new people, visiting new places and making things that were not planned. With the appropriate mood and group of friends hitchhiking is definitely something to remember.
A tu możesz się zapisać na otrzymywanie bezpłatnego Słówka Dnia.You must remember some rules before you get on the road. In most countries, hitchhiking is not illegal, but in some there are laws that restrict hitchhiking at places such as highways, places near prisons or some other dangerous locations. Trust your instincts, don't get into the car if "something" tells you not to do it. Remember that location is everything. Always pick a good spot, so the drivers can see you from a distance and safely stop the car.
Equipment is very important. Be sure to take a good map, food, water and if the distance is long, taking a tent or a sleeping bag is a good idea too. It will be easier for you and the drivers if you have a sheet of paper with your destination written on it.
Usually you don't have to pay for the ride. Generally all you should do is to entertain the driver with conversation.
If you're afraid of taking a ride from complete strangers, but the adventure calls you, try the Internet pages for those who look for a join ride. It's definitely more safe and predictable.
Bon voyage!
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