Should I backpack or Contiki?
Perhaps backpacking isn't your thing. You might prefer to be woken for breakfast or you may prefer to be tucked into bed at night. If these things bring a smile to your face then Contiki is, indeed, the holiday for you. For everyone else...
Reward yourself with an independently researched holiday, saving thousands of dollars by 'doing it yourself'. Throw away the package deal brochures (maybe cut a few pictures out for your wall) and get ready to become the envy of your package deal office-buddies.
Why independent travel?
We could rant forever and give you limitless reasons why independent travel is the only way to go. The first consideration is budget but here are some big points to get you thinking:
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You travel with locals and see how local people live
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You choose your own accommodation and save a fortune in the process by not paying travel company commissions and kickbacks
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You stay in any given place for as long as you choose, not for as long as the travel company dictates
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You gain a sense of accomplishment that can't be equaled by riding on a 5-star coach while wearing a silly name badge
