Tag: transport

What's the best way to travel round Manchester?

16 May 2014

I'm learning to drive (and have just passed my test!), but don't be misled. I don't want a car. Not at the moment at least. I live in the centre of Manchester. I work in the centre of Manchester. I have a bike. I don't have a family. I like trains. So mostly, I cycle everywhere. […]

Can you travel?

15 September 2012

Some time ago I got asked on twitter by SerenaNJ: @tdobson That's so cool! Are you ever in England? I wish I got to travel as much as you do! I feel this is an interesting question that, at least, is worth addressing. Part way through her degree, my older sister took a year out […]

5 things to consider about transport types :: What's most important to you?/How can you get people to go your way?

14 June 2012

Transport usually comes on a scale. There are 5 things to consider: Travel time (Simply, how long does it take you to get from A to B?) Price (How does the journey cost you? This includes food/accommodation/anything bought in or specifically for your time in transit.) Comfort (How comfortable is the journey? How much do […]