Regarding today’s travel in Nigeria, there are many things to consider. You are not just worried about the length of time it’ll take before you get to your location. So many external factors like cost, insecurity and bad roads have joined the mix.
Lately, travelling in Nigeria involves tossing a coin, asking yourself which travel option will be the best bet. Well, that’s only the stuff for people who can afford to contemplate their choices. For most Nigerians, there’s only one choice travelling by road.
However, this year, those who can afford it and those who cannot are suddenly put in a similar situation. All of these is as a result of the rapidly depreciating Naira. Before choosing a travel option, consider this comparison.
Travelling This December By Road: What You Should Know
Travelling by road in Nigeria is fast becoming scary. As the day passes, many sad stories are heard on the road. However, insecurity is not just it. This is another factor, like a bad road. But, despite how many dread roads travel, over 95% of Nigerians still deal with it because that’s what they can afford.
So, does that mean road travel is preferable to air travel this December? Not entirely. But, in a few ways, road travel gives many Nigerians desirable options. Some of them are;
- Cheaper travelling option
- Making road memories while travelling
- Travel at your own pace
- Travel with your private car
- Share driving time with someone
- Travel with more luggage and loads in your car.
Despite the benefits of travelling by road in Nigeria today, there are also downsides;
- Bad roads
- Traffic jams
- Road insecurity
The advantages and disadvantages of road travel abound, but many Nigerians who cannot afford air travel or afford to sponsor their entire family by air choose road travel. Here are tips to help you avoid road travel’s downsides this December.
Travelling This December By Air: What To Know
Many people quickly admit that air travel is the safest and best option. While this is true, not everyone can afford plane tickets in Nigeria today. Plane tickets are considered a luxury for most people. As though the price of flight tickets was not enough, they’ve increased even more. It’s almost difficult to find an affordable flight from ₦150,000 to ₦250,000 in Nigeria now depending on the state of your destination
Here are still some benefits of air travel this December;
- Safe and fast travel
- Avoid traffic jams
- Avoid issues of bad roads
The downsides of air travel this December are;
- Expensive plane tickets
- Travel with less luggage to save on cost
- Delayed plane take-offs with most airlines
Conclusion
Aeroplane travel has its advantages which are logically better than those of road travel. But, to the average Nigerian wondering, whether to use air or road this December, the answer is, if you cannot afford to buy aeroplane tickets for yourself and your family, stick to road travel and consider following these road travel safety tips.