Navigating Airport Mishaps Listen to the following tips about what to do if you miss your flight or if it is cancelled, then answer the questions below I. Vocabulary: 1. Run into (Phrasal Verb): To experience or encounter a problem unexpectedly. 2. Miss the boat (Idiom): To miss an opportunity or deadline (here: missing a flight/train). 3. Get on top of (things) (Idiom): To take control of a situation quickly and efficiently. 4. Turn out (Phrasal Verb): To prove to be; to hav

Travel Talk (Listening Activity) (Intermediate) Listen to the following travel experience and choose the correct answer. I. Vocabulary: Footing the bill Definition: Paying for the expenses of something. Context from text: "Since the company was footing the bill for the flight and hotel..." Shoestring budget Definition: A very tight, minimal, or small amount of money reserved for expenses. Context from text: "...I didn't have to worry about my usual shoestring budget." Hit the

Travel Talk 101 "Travel brings people together, and talking about travel is one of the best ways to connect with others! To truly express how you like to travel—whether you love relaxing staycations, exciting road trips, or going off-the-beaten-path—you need the right words. Today’s lesson will build your travel vocabulary so you can share your adventures and engage in everyday travel conversations effortlessly." Here are more vocabulary words categorized into three groups to

From Inquiry to Review I. Read both emails and answer the questions: Email 1: Pre-Trip Formal Request Subject: Inquiry Regarding Accessibility & Dietary Requirements – Booking #TR-88402 Dear Customer Service Team, I am writing to inquire about specific accommodations for our upcoming "Coastal Explorer Excursion" scheduled for Saturday, August 15th (Booking #TR-88402). My husband and I are exceedingly excited about the trip; however, I would appreciate it if you could clarify

Travel Etiquette (Intermediate) Part 1: Warm-Up Reading & Vocabulary Reading Passage: Understanding Travel Etiquette & Tipping Customs Traveling to a new country is an exciting adventure, but navigating local social norms can sometimes be tricky. Cultural etiquette varies widely around the world, especially when it comes to dining, dress codes, and tipping practices. In North America, tipping is customary and considered a essential part of a service worker’s income. However,

Choosing the Right Vacation Package (Intermediate) Part I: Conversation I. Vocabulary: 1. Pitching (verb/noun): Presenting an idea, plan, or product persuasively to convince someone to accept or buy it. 2. Customized (adjective): Modified or tailored to suit a specific person, budget, or group. 3. Itinerary (noun): A detailed plan or route of a journey, including dates, times, and locations. 4. Excursion (noun): A short journey or trip, especially one taken as a leisure

Flight Cancelled?! (Intermediate) Part 1: Warm-Up Reading & Vocabulary Common Travel Disruptions Traveling can be exciting, but unexpected disruptions can quickly turn a dream vacation into a stressful situation. One of the most common issues travelers face is a flight cancellation due to severe weather or technical glitches. When this happens, passengers are often forced to wait in long lines at the customer service desk to request a rebooking or seek compensation for their

Indirect Questions - Change the following questions into indirect ones. Don’t forget to use the introductory clauses: - Can you tell me ---? – I’d like to know ---. - I wonder ---. - I need to know ---. - I don’t know ---. - Do you know ---? - I’ll ask them ---. - Please tell me ---. - Let me know ---. – Do you have any idea ---? Etc. Part I: WH- Questions: Ex. For how long are you staying? Can you please tell me for how long you are staying? 1. What time is the check out? 2.