A new travel website combining the strengths of YouTube and Facebook has been launched. Rtravel.com is a UK based website which is not affiliated with any travel agency or related organisations.

The concept is not original but simple. Travellers around the world who capture photos and travel videos and are encouraged to upload them on this website. Other members would be able to view the uploaded media and comment on the same; and thereby communicate, thus making friends. Blogging feature is available as well.

Videos are categorised logically as sightseeing places, wildlife, people and crazy stuff among others. If helps onlookers find the kind of video they are looking for.

A good thing about Rtravel is the preference for amateur videos over professional ones. This move would definitely encourage more travellers to shoot and upload their experiences.