They are both correct, however they are subtly different . 'I like to travel' is using 'travel' as a verb, the speaker enjoys the activity of travelling. 'I like travel' uses 'travel' as a noun, the speaker enjoys travel as a concept

Bramwell is right. If you're using 'travel' as a verb, you have the choice of saying either "I like to travel" or "I like traveling" (US spelling) / "I like travelling" (GB spelling). "I like travel" would be correct if you're using 'travel' as a noun. The noun 'travel' refers to travel as a general concept. It's an abstract noun here, so there is no article. Here are some similar sentences to help you understand the difference: I like + to + verb: I like to travel. I like to play tennis. I like to read books. I like + verb (gerund): I like travelling. I like playing tennis. I like reading books. I like + noun I like travel. I like tennis. I like books. I hope that helps.

"I like to travel" or "I like travelling" are both natural. I have heard "I like travel", but it's not common so best to avoid using it.

Hi, like +to infinitive or like + verb ing I hope it helps you Pilar

Hi! Great question about a common grammar puzzle. In English, "I like to travel" is the more natural and commonly used phrase. The verb "like" is typically followed by an infinitive (to + verb), so "I like to travel" flows better and is grammatically standard. While "I like travel" isn’t technically incorrect, it sounds a bit awkward because "travel" as a noun feels less personal and is less common in casual conversation. For example, you might say, "I like travel books," but for the act of traveling, "I like to travel" is the way to go. Have you noticed this difference in other verbs, or is it mainly "like" that’s been tripping you up?