Vocabulary and Phrases

A. Places and Types of Vacations

  • Beach resort – We stayed at a beach resort with an ocean view.

  • Countryside – I love relaxing in the countryside because it’s so peaceful.

  • Backpacking – He went backpacking across Southeast Asia last summer.

  • Staycation – I had a staycation and explored my own city instead of traveling.

B. Travel Planning

  • Itinerary – Our travel itinerary includes museum visits and hiking tours.

  • Book in advance – It’s best to book in advance during peak season.

  • All-inclusive package – We bought an all-inclusive package with meals and activities.

C. Experiences & Feelings

  • Jet lag – I was tired from jet lag after flying from New York to Tokyo.

  • Travel bug – Ever since my trip to Italy, I’ve caught the travel bug.

  • Unwind – I go on vacation to unwind and forget about work.

D. Useful Phrases

  • “I needed a break from my routine.”

  • “The scenery was breathtaking.”

  • “We tried the local food and it was amazing.”

Quick Quiz

Match the term to its meaning:

  1. ___ Jet lag                              a. Travel plan or schedule

  2. ___ Staycation                        b. Desire to travel a lot

  3. ___ Itinerary                            c. Vacation at home

  4. ___ Travel bug                        d. Feeling tired after flying across time zones

  5. ___ All-inclusive package        e. A deal that includes everything

 

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