Topic 5: Travel and Transportation (Part 3)
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] One of the main differences between travelling today versus in the past is accessibility. [ Extension ] The ease of accessing different modes of transportation is significantly different from just a few decades ago. Not only is catching a flight convenient but so is booking a ticket. With the click of a few buttons, we can find ourselves in the seat of a train, cruise ship, or a stranger's car. [ Viewpoint 2 ] Another difference is how we document our travels. [ Extension ] In the past, people would write about their journey in a journal. Today, we upload photos on social media.
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] One of the advantages of travelling by plane over train is speed. [ Extension ] In terms of long or short distances, planes are unparalleled in providing fast transportation to a destination. A journey that would require days or even weeks of train travel takes mere hours by plane. [ Viewpoint 2 ] However, one underrated benefit of travelling by train is the view. [ Extension ] Travellers can sit back and enjoy the scenery on a train. This is especially true for trains that move at a slower pace.
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There is no doubt about the science behind the environmental impact of electric cars and gas cars. [ Viewpoint 1 ] One way we can combat the effects of climate change is by driving electric cars. [ Extension ] Electric cars are much better for the environment because they leave less of a carbon footprint. [ Viewpoint 2 ] Unfortunately, electric cars pose a significant inconvenience as there is a shortage of charging stations in many countries. [ Extension ] Although these countries are promising to create more charging stations for electric cars, for the time being, gas cars are a better choice.
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] One reason why international tours are gaining popularity is the rise of the Internet. [ Extension ] Tantalizing images of exotic places are posted online for anyone to see. This is because the entire tourism industries are harnessing the power of social media to bring in tourists. [ Viewpoint 2 ] Another reason is a thirst for adventure. [ Extension ] People are constantly seeking the next trend; now that international tours are becoming trendy, more people are eager to travel to new lands. People go on international tours, document their adventures on social media, and prompt others to do the same. It is a cyclical process.
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] Beijing features many scenic areas for Chinese tourists to enjoy. [ Extension ] For example, the Forbidden City is particularly popular. Here, the public is welcome to marvel at its ancient architecture. The name comes from the fact that ordinary people were forbidden from entering due to its perceived divinity. [ Viewpoint 2 ] Another popular destination for travelling is the city of Xi'an. [ Extension ] It is one of China's oldest cities and is home to the terracotta army. As far as I know, more than 1 million people visit the terracotta army each year and 80 percent are Chinese tourists.
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] The cost of travel must be considered first. [ Extension ] Anyone can travel nowadays, as long as they stick to a budget. One can save considerably on their travels by planning to stay at hostels, eat locally, and take public transportation. The Internet has amassed a wealth of information on how much a meal or a bus ticket costs in a foreign country. [ Viewpoint 2 ] The next thing to consider is where to visit and what to do. [ Extension ] Creating an itinerary is a way to save money and ensure that people make the most out of their travels.
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[ Viewpoint ] I enjoy travelling alone for one reason, freedom. [ Extension 1 ] When I travel alone, I have the freedom to plan an itinerary that caters to my interests. I do not need to compromise and spend precious time doing an activity I do not enjoy simply to make other people in my group happy. Nor do I have to disregard my budget in order to accommodate other people. [ Viewpoint 2 ] I am also free from responsibility. I do not need to worry about the safety or well-being of anyone other than myself. After all, travelling should be free from worry.
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[ Viewpoint 1 ] There is a multitude of challenges associated with travelling with family abroad, the primary being cost. [ Extension ] There is an increased cost involved in purchasing multiple flights, train, or bus tickets, booking rooms to stay in, and numerous pieces of luggage. The cost of feeding and entertaining people also soars. [ Viewpoint 2 ] And, attempting to accommodate everyone is near impossible when travelling. [ Extension ] Each person has their own expectations of travelling; some view it as an active way to immerse oneself in a foreign culture while others simply prefer leisurely activities. This task becomes infinitely more complicated when one person is unwilling to compromise.
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Yes. [ Viewpoint 1 ] There is a simple yet effective way to be a low-carbon traveller in my country: to take public transportation. [ Extension ] Although there are people who own electric cars, they remain in the minority. Most of the population still drives gas cars which leave a large carbon footprint. We have electric buses, and our high-speed trains use less energy than other forms of comparable transportation. [ Viewpoint 2 ] Travellers can also choose to stay at an environmentally conscious hotel. [ Extension ] Such kind of hotels would encourage travellers to take measures like reusing towels more than once, preserving water when showering, and consuming less electricity.
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