Is it better to travel abroad with a group tour or not?

This issue cannot be generalized and must be viewed based on the actual situation.

The following two situations are suitable for group travel:

First, it is the first time to go abroad. If it is your first time to travel abroad, and you do not have a strong desire to travel independently and do not want to spend too much time on making a guide, then traveling in a group is more suitable. After all, you don’t have to arrange your own itinerary, which saves you worry and effort, and you don’t need much travel experience.

Second, the destination country is relatively remote or has language barriers. Even if you have experience in independent overseas travel, if the travel destination is not a popular country, or the location is relatively remote, or English is not widely spoken in the local area, it is also suitable to sign up for a group tour. For example, going to some countries in Africa, South America or the Middle East can not only save your own energy, but also ensure safety and reduce expenses.

Of course, there is a special situation, that is, due to policy influence, the destination country only accepts group tours.

In fact, in addition to considering objective factors, whether to travel with a group is sometimes also a matter of personal preference. But no matter which situation you belong to, if you travel with a group, you need to pay attention to the following four issues:

First, find a regular travel agency to participate in the group, preferably a large travel agency. The price of group tours from big travel agencies may be relatively expensive, but the quality and service are still relatively better. Especially in terms of services, there are still relatively few cases of defrauding tourists, and if you have any unpleasantness during the trip and you want to complain, it will not be said that there is no way to complain. In addition, once an emergency occurs overseas, major travel agencies have relatively strong emergency response capabilities.

Second, don’t take part in low-price tours. The wool comes from the sheep, and travel agencies cannot engage in loss-making business. After many travel agencies attract customers with low prices, although the accommodation and air tickets are indeed very cheap, once you get there, you will spend endless shopping, because the travel agency wants to make money from you in this way. If you are not lucky enough and meet the legendary "black guide", your travel experience will become extremely bad.

Before signing up, you should make a mental evaluation of the price and compare shopping. If it is too cheap and there are multiple shopping arrangements in the itinerary, then you should choose carefully.

Third, try to choose a tour group with a moderate itinerary. Group tours are often more restrictive in terms of itinerary arrangements, and you have to follow the group's actions. In most cases, the schedule will be tight. If you think that your physical strength is not enough, or you are traveling with children or the elderly, it is best to choose a tour group with a moderate itinerary.

Today’s travel agencies generally launch sunset tours and parent-child tours. The arrangements for this kind of tour group are generally relatively easy.

Fourth, a contract must be signed. When signing up, whether it is a paper contract or an electronic contract, you must sign a contract with the travel agency and read the terms of the contract clearly. For example, the itinerary arrangement, whether there are any additional expenses, whether insurance is included, restrictions on cancellation, etc. If you have any questions, please ask the travel agency staff immediately.

In addition, if personal accident insurance is not provided as a gift, it is recommended to purchase one yourself, just in case.

One last thing to say, whether you are traveling in a group or not, safety always comes first.