Travel involves the movement of people between distant places using various modes of transportation like walking, cycling, driving, trains, boats, buses, airplanes, and ships. It can be done with or without luggage and may involve one-way or round trips. Travel can also encompass short stays between successive movements, such as in tourism.
In October 2000, the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions conducted a survey to collect data to compare the safety of different travel methods.
Simon Winchester's 2004 book, "The Best Travelers' Tales," explores the etymological link between the words "travel" and "travail," both originating from the Latin word "tripalium," referring to an ancient Roman torture device. This connection highlights the arduous nature of travel in ancient times.