Holidays And Travel Flashcards
all-in package / package holiday
noun – A holiday including travel and accommodation in one deal
breathtaking view
noun phrase – A stunning, extremely beautiful view
charter flight
noun – A cheaper, unscheduled flight often arranged by tour operators
check-in desk
noun – The place at the airport to register and drop off luggage
departure lounge
noun – The area in an airport where passengers wait before boarding
far-off destination
noun – A distant travel location
to get away from it all
verb phrase – To take a break from daily life or stress
guided tour
noun – A trip led by an expert guide
holiday brochure
noun – A glossy publication advertising travel destinations
holiday destination
noun – A place people go to spend their holiday
holiday of a lifetime
noun phrase – A very special, unforgettable holiday
holiday resort
noun – A place with many facilities where people go for holidays
hordes of tourists
noun phrase – Large groups or crowds of tourists
local crafts
noun – Handmade goods produced by local people
long weekend
noun – A holiday that includes an extra day off (usually Friday or Monday)
out of season
adjective – Outside the main tourist period
picturesque village
noun phrase – A village that is very charming or attractive
passport control
noun – The place where your passport is checked at the border
places of interest
noun – Tourist attractions or notable locations
wildlife safari
noun – A guided tour to observe wild animals, usually in Africa
self-catering / self-catering accommodation
noun – A holiday where you provide your own meals
short break
noun – A brief holiday, often just a few days
to go sightseeing
verb phrase – To visit tourist attractions
stunning landscape
noun phrase – Extremely beautiful natural scenery
travel agent
noun – A person or business that arranges travel for others
tourist trap
noun – A place with lots of tourists, often overpriced
youth hostel
noun – A budget-friendly accommodation often used by young travellers
affordable destinations
noun phrase – Places that are not expensive to travel to
affordable travel
noun – Travel that is reasonably priced
around the world
adverbial phrase – Globally, in all countries
arts and culture
noun – Local traditions, music, art, etc.
craft markets
noun – Markets selling handmade items by locals
do as the locals do
verb phrase – To follow local customs or lifestyle
efficient public transport
noun phrase – A reliable and convenient public transportation system
exotic destinations
noun – Unusual or distant travel locations
get around
phrasal verb – To travel within a place
long-haul flights
noun – Flights covering large distances
lush rainforests
noun – Thick, green tropical forests
magnificent landscapes
noun – Impressive or dramatic natural views
make advance reservations
verb phrase – Book or reserve something before the date
memorable experiences
noun – Unforgettable and meaningful experiences
off the beaten track
adjective phrase – Away from typical tourist areas
packaged deals
noun – Holiday deals that include several services together
quaint villages
noun – Small towns with old-fashioned charm
scenic views
noun – Beautiful natural views
spectacular beaches
noun – Very impressive sandy coastlines
stunning architecture
noun – Beautiful and impressive buildings
swarming with tourists
adjective phrase – Very crowded with tourists
time on their hands
idiom – Free time
travel abroad
verb phrase – To travel to another country
travelling light
verb phrase – Travelling with little luggage
value for money
noun – Worth the price
visa regulations
noun – Laws about entering and staying in a country
