[170817] Self-guided Trips vs. Package Tours 자유 여행과 패키지 여행

Talk about the pros and cons of self-guided trips and package tours.

Preferring self-guided trips or package tours is a matter of personal choice.

-> a matter of personal choice 개인의 선택 문제

Package tours are nice because there is no need to attend to transport, lodgings or food.

-> attend to ~에 신경쓰다.

What's more, you can just follow a fixed schedule, so there's no need to worry about the itinerary.

-> itinerary (여행) 일정표

However, there's the drawback of not being able to stick around where you want to, because of time constraints.

-> drawback 결점, 문제점, stick around 머무르다.

Also, there are optional tours to choose on sites, so there are often additional costs.

-> on site 현지에서

Visiting designated shopping centers can also be a financial burden.

In contrast, self-guided trips require a lot of effort, because each individual must research and decide on everything from departure to return.

However, you can choose where to stay and eat.

It's also possible to adjust your schedule depending on the local weather or your physical condition.

-> adjust one's schedule 일정을 조절하다.

You can also become friends with local residents, and make use of information you learn on site.

-> make use of 활용하다

These are all advantages.