Topic 2. Travel Planning, Transport, Experiences, and Destinations

Vocabulary terms and definitions related to travel planning, transport, travel experiences, and destinations.

Journey

The act of travelling from one place to another.

"The train ____________ took almost six hours."

Accommodation

A place where you stay when you are away from home, such as a hotel or hostel.

"We booked our ____________ near the city centre to avoid travelling too far."

To pack your bags

To put the things you need into bags or suitcases before travelling.

"I always ____________ the night before a trip so I don't forget anything."

Luggage

The bags and suitcases you take with you when travelling.

"Our ____________ was so heavy that we had to pay an extra fee at the airport."

To book something in advance

To reserve something before the time you need it.

"It's usually cheaper to ____________ if you want to get a good price."

To get lost

To be unable to find your way to the place you want to reach.

"We didn't have internet access, so we managed to ____________ in the old town."

Delayed

Happening later than planned or expected.

"Our flight was ____________ by two hours because of bad weather."

Jet lag

Tiredness and difficulty sleeping after travelling across several time zones.

"After flying from Kazakhstan to another continent, I had terrible ____________."

To see someone off

To go with someone to their departure point and say goodbye before they leave.

"I went to the airport to ____________ my brother before his flight."

To get around a city

To travel from place to place within a city.

"It's easy to ____________ using the metro and buses."

To go on foot

To travel somewhere by walking rather than using transport.

"The supermarket is only five minutes away, so let's ____________."

To adapt to a different time zone

To adjust your sleep and daily routine to the local time in another place.

"It took me several days to ____________ after my long flight."

To go hiking

To take a long walk in the countryside or mountains, usually for pleasure.

"We decided to ____________ in the mountains during our holiday."

Countryside

Land outside towns and cities, often with fields, forests and villages.

"I prefer spending weekends in the ____________ because it's peaceful and quiet."

To rough it

To live or travel without the usual comforts, such as a proper bed or hotel.

"We didn't stay in a hotel; we camped in a tent and had to ____________ for three nights."

Bucket list

A list of things you want to do or experience during your lifetime.

"Visiting Japan has always been on my ____________."

Souvenir

An object you buy or keep to remind you of a place or experience.

"I bought a small keychain as a ____________ from my trip to Paris."

Culture shock

Feelings of confusion or surprise when experiencing a culture very different from your own.

"When she first moved abroad, she experienced ____________ because many customs were unfamiliar."

A home away from home

A place away from your actual home where you feel comfortable and welcome.

"The little guesthouse was warm and friendly. It felt like ____________."

A change of scenery

A change of surroundings, especially to feel refreshed or escape your usual routine.

"After spending months studying for exams, I needed ____________."

To broaden your horizons

To gain new knowledge, experiences or ways of thinking.

"Travelling to different countries can help you ____________ and understand other cultures."

Off the beaten track

Away from the usual places visited by tourists.

"We discovered a small village ____________, far from the crowded tourist areas."

Landmark

A well-known building or place that helps people recognise a particular area.

"The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous ____________ in the world."

Architecture

The design and style of buildings.

"I was impressed by the city's historic ____________, especially its old churches and palaces."

Narrow alley

A small, thin street or passage between buildings.

"We walked through a ____________ filled with small cafes and shops."

National cuisine

The traditional food and cooking styles associated with a particular country.

"I enjoy trying the ____________ whenever I visit another country."

Crowds

Large groups of people gathered in one place.

"I try to avoid ____________ when I visit popular tourist attractions."

To take photos

To use a camera or phone to create pictures.

"We stopped at the viewpoint to ____________ of the mountains."

To leave everything behind

To move away from your usual life, responsibilities or problems.

"Sometimes I dream of travelling around the world and ____________ for a year."

To pet an animal

To touch or stroke an animal gently with your hand.

"The dog was friendly, so I asked its owner if I could ____________."