While you are in the UK, you can make the most of your spare time and broaden your experience by visiting some world-renowned destinations.
The UK has an extensive rail network, which, thanks to the Channel Tunnel, would also lead you to destinations like Paris and a number of other cities in France as well as Brussels in Belgium without having to get on a plane. UK towns and cities are linked by awide-ranging system of motorways and roads, allowing you to travel by car,motor bike, bus or coach to all parts of the country.
Thereare many discount cards and schemes available that can help students to savemoney, especially if you are planning to travel frequently. You can buy cards for coach and rail travel that will save you up to 30 per cent on each journey you make.
Students should also make use of an International Student Identity Card (ISIC) or an International Youth Travel Card (IYTC), which can save you money on travel,both in the UK and overseas, as well as discounts on fashion, music, entertainment, eating out and much more. You can apply for a card online at www.isiccard.com
Travel agents offering cheap deals to students can be found in most towns and cities with a large student population. They can arrange student discount cards for you as well as reduced cost flights for students. See www.statravel.co.uk
