Travel and Tourism Vocabulary

This set of flashcards covers vocabulary related to travel, tourism destinations, and work arrangements based on the provided lecture materials.

double room

A hotel room designed for two people to stay in.

economy class

The least expensive class of travel on an aircraft or train.

expensive

Costing a lot of money.

festival

An organized series of concerts, plays, or movies, typically held annually in the same place.

flight attendant

A person who attends to the needs of passengers on a commercial flight.

flight number

A unique code typically consisting of two letters and four digits assigned to a specific flight.

fountain

An ornamental structure in a pool or lake from which one or more jets of water are pumped into the air.

full board

An arrangement where all meals are provided at a hotel or guest house.

full time

Occupying or using the whole of someone's available working time.

half board

A hotel rate that includes breakfast and one other meal, usually dinner.

hand luggage

Bags that passengers are allowed to carry onto a plane with them.

harbour

A place on the coast where ships, boats, and barges can seek shelter from stormy weather.

high season

The time of year when travel and tourism are at their peak and prices are highest.

hire

To obtain the temporary use of something for an agreed payment.

historical

Relating to history or past events.

kayaking

The activity or sport of using a kayak to move across water.

low season

The time of year when travel and tourism are at their lowest levels and prices are cheaper.

market

A regular gathering of people for the purchase and sale of provisions, livestock, and other goods.

monument

A statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a famous person or event.

mosque

A Muslim place of worship.

mountain biking

The sport or activity of riding bicycles off-road, often over rough terrain.

museum

A building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.

national park

A scenic or historically important area of countryside protected by the federal government for the enjoyment of the general public.

old town

The historic center of a city or town.

online check-in

The process of confirming one's presence on a flight via the internet before arriving at the airport.

opera house

A theater designed specifically for the performance of opera.

palace

A large and impressive building forming the official residence of a ruler or dignitary.

park

A large public garden or area of land used for recreation.

part time

Working for only part of the usual working day or week.

passport control

The place at an international border where officials check the passports of people entering or leaving the country.

peaceful

Free from disturbance; tranquil and calm.

penpal

A person with whom one becomes friendly by exchanging letters, often someone in a foreign country whom one has never met.