When planning a trip to an unfamiliar city, every tourist faces an important choice: to explore a new place and attractions on his own or use the services of a guide?
Another equally important question is whether to book a hotel yourself or get help from a travel agency. We recommend that you book and pay for your accommodation yourself. This way you can choose from thousands of options and save on the services of an intermediary.
And, as for the first question, we share all the pros and cons in the article.
Pros:
1. Freedom of choice
You decide what and when you want to see, without being limited by the group excursion schedule.
2. Flexible schedule
You can change your plans depending on your mood and circumstances, making your vacation more individualized.
3. Savings
Exploring on your own will save you money as you can choose cheaper options for visiting attractions.
Minuses:
1. Limited knowledge
Without a guide, you may miss interesting facts and nuances related to the history and culture of the northern capital.
Pros:
1. Professionalism
The guide will help you immerse yourself in the history and atmosphere of the city, tell you fascinating facts and make your sightseeing more interesting.
2. Convenience
You don’t have to worry about the route and transport, all this is under the control of a professional, which will make your trip easier.
Minuses:
1. Time limit
Tours often have strict schedules, which can limit your freedom to explore the city to your heart's content.
When choosing a hotel, consider:
1. Location
The hotel should be conveniently located relative to the city's attractions. Otherwise, you will spend a lot of time on the road.
2. Facilities
Pay attention to the level of service, comfort and additional hotel services.
3. Loyalty program, discounts and gifts
Not only tour operators have nice bonuses. Hotels often provide tourists with various special offers and offer to join a loyalty program so that you can book your stay at an affordable price.
“Teatralnaya Ploshchad” offers special rates and privileges for loyalty program participants. You can take part in it on the hotel website.
