Holiday and Tourism

Embark on a journey

Bắt đầu hành trình

Eg:They embarked on a journey across the Atlantic Ocean.

He embarked on a journey of self-discovery

Receptionist

Người làm việc tại quầy lễ tân, chịu trách nhiệm đón tiếp khách, trả lời điện thoại, sắp xếp lịch hẹn, và hỗ trợ các công việc hành chính ban đầu

Eg:A skilled receptionist can manage phone calls, schedule appointments, and assist visitors efficiently.

Our hotel receptionist is fluent in three languages, making international guests feel comfortable.

The receptionist greeted us warmly and directed us to the meeting room.

High-resolution image/photo/video/display/camera

Hình ảnh/video/màn hình/camera phân giải cao

Eg:Modern smartphones are equipped with high-resolution cameras for professional-quality photos.

The satellite captured high-resolution images of the flood-affected areas.

Recreational activities

Các hoạt động giải trí

Eg:The resort offers various recreational activities, including kayaking and beach volleyball.

Digital recreational activities, such as gaming or watching movies, dominate modern lifestyles

Hiking has become one of the most popular recreational activities among young people

Fasten the rope

Buộc chặt sợi dây thừng

Eg:To lift the trapped hiker, rescuers had to fasten the rope around a large, immovable rock to create a safe anchor point.

Anchor point

Điểm neo/tựa

Eg:Engineers must calculate the load capacity of the anchor points when designing suspension bridges to ensure structural integrity.

In rock climbing, choosing a reliable anchor point for the safety rope is the single most critical decision to prevent a fatal fall.

Suspension bridge

Cầu treo dây văng

Eg:Regular maintenance is essential for older suspension bridges to ensure the structural integrity of the entire system, especially the vulnerable hanger ropes.

The Golden Gate Bridge is not just a feat of engineering; it serves as an iconic landmark, instantly recognizable worldwide, thanks to its distinctive towers and elegant suspension bridge design.

The main cables of the suspension bridge are anchored deep into massive blocks of concrete, crucial for withstanding the immense tension created by the structure’s weight.

Wanderer

Kẻ lữ hành,phiêu bạt,lang thang

Eg:She wasn’t lost; she was simply a wanderer who followed the sound of her own heartbeat.

The wanderer crossed the desert with nothing but a map of hopes and a pocket full of stubborn dreams.

He lived like a wanderer, drifting from city to city without ever settling down.

Be struck by

Bị ấn tượng mạnh bởi

Eg:She was struck by how polite and respectful Vietnamese students were.

Travelers are usually struck by the vibrant street life in Hanoi.

Visitors are often struck by the breathtaking scenery of Ha Long Bay.

Proud splendor

Vẻ tráng lệ đầy kiêu hãnh

Eg:The national museum displays Vietnam’s cultural heritage in proud splendor.

The cathedral rises in proud splendor above the old town, a reminder of centuries of history

Ha Long Bay reveals its proud splendor at sunrise, when the light touches the limestone cliffs.

Antique

Đồ cổ

Eg:an antique/antiques auction/fair

My mother collects antiques

Holdaymaker=vacationer

Người đang đi nghỉ dưỡng

Eg:The island depends heavily on spending by holidaymakers.

The city is crowded with holidaymakers from all over Europe.

Holidaymakers flocked to the beach as temperatures hit 35°C.

Sand dune

🌾đồi/cồn cát

Eg:Strong winds formed high sand dunes around the desert camp.

They climbed the sand dunes at sunset, watching the sky melt into gold.

Dhow

Thuyền buồm thân dài,hẹp, có ½ cột buồm,dùng nhiều ở Ả Rập,Đông Phi và Nam Á.

Eg:The museum displayed a century-old dhow with its original wooden frame.

Dhows were essential for long-distance trade along the East African coast

The dhow’s triangular sail caught the wind and sent the boat gliding across the water

Desert oasis

Ốc đảo sa Mạc

Eg:Nomads relied on oases for water and trade routes

We found a small oasis after hours of walking through the desert

Cruise(v)

(of a ship/person) di chuyển thong thả,lướt đi chậm rãi quanh khu vực nào đó để thư giãn,du ngoạn

Eg:After months of stress, she spent a weekend cruising around the coastal islands with her friends.

The boat cruised slowly along the river as tourists took photos of the sunset.

Concierge business

loại hình kinh doanh dịch vụ hỗ trợ cá nhân(tổ chức lịch hẹn,mua sắm,đặt bàn/vé,lên kế hoạch sự kiện,xử lý việc gia đình, du lịch…) cho người bận rộn/muốn tối ưu cuộc sống.

She built her concierge business around helping busy parents manage the chaos of everyday life—from school pickups to holiday planning.

During Christmas, concierge businesses are swamped with requests—from gift hunting to organising surprise proposals

Wear suncream

Bôi/thoa kem chống nắng

Eg:Better to wear suncream than wear regrets later

She never leaves the house without wearing suncream

You should wear suncream even on cloudy days

Get around

Di chuyển trong thành phố/xoay xở trong đời sống)

Eg:Make sure you can safely get around by yourself using public transport, walking, or cycling

Majestic mountain/palace/beauty

Núi non/cung điện/vẻ đẹp hùng vĩ,tráng lệ

Majestic beauty doesn’t ask for attention — it commands respect.

The palace looked even more majestic at sunset.

The majestic mountains rose above the clouds.

Aesthetic(adj/N)

thuộc về thẩm mỹ,có tính nghệ thuật,đẹp theo 1 phong cách rõ ràng

An aesthetic life isn’t about perfection, but about harmony.

I’m drawn to a soft, vintage aesthetic rather than flashy trends

The building has high historical and aesthetic value

Luxuriate in nostalgia/warmth/comfort

Thả mình tận hưởng sự hoài niệm/ấm áp/thoải mái

Sometimes, he allowed himself to luxuriate in nostalgia.

The cat seemed to luxuriate in the attention it received.

He lay on the grass, luxuriating in the warmth of the afternoon sun