Tourism

TOURISM

Travel agency

Турагентство

Travel agent

Турагент

To book / To reserve

Забронировать

Booking / Reservation

Бронирование

Ticket

Билет

One-way ticket

Билет в один конец

Round-trip ticket

Билет туда и обратно

Flight

Рейс / Перелёт

Accommodation

Проживание

Hostel

Хостел

Apartment / Flat

Квартира

Check-in date

Дата заезда

Check-out date

Дата отъезда

Single room

Одноместный номер

Double room

Двухместный номер

Visa

Виза

Travel insurance

Страховка

Airport

Аэропорт

Terminal

Терминал

Departures

Вылет

Arrivals

Прилёт

Check-in counter

Стойка регистрации

Boarding pass

Посадочный талон

Luggage / Baggage

Багаж

Hand luggage

Ручная кладь

Customs

Таможня

Gate

Выход на посадку

Delay

Задержка

Canceled

Отменён

Car rental / Hire

Аренда машины

Subway / Metro

Метро

Bus stop

Автобусная остановка

Train station

Вокзал

Railway station

Железнодорожный вокзал

Ticket office

Касса

Timetable / Schedule

Расписание

Where is...?

Где находится...?

How much is a ticket to...?

Сколько стоит билет до...?

Take me to this address, please.

Отвезите меня по этому адресу, пожалуйста.

Stop here, please.

Остановите здесь, пожалуйста.

Reception / Front desk

Ресепшн / Стойка регистрации

I have a reservation.

У меня есть бронь.

Key / Key card

Ключ / Ключ-карта

Room number

Номер комнаты

Floor

Этаж

Elevator / Lift

Лифт

Swimming pool

Бассейн

Breakfast

Завтрак

Wi-Fi password

Пароль от Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

Кондиционер

Towel

Полотенце

Sheets / Bedding

Постельное бельё

Check-out

Расчёт / Выезд

Sightseeing tour

Обзорная экскурсия

Guide

Гид

Map of the city

Карта города

Museum

Музей

Art gallery

Художественная галерея

Cathedral / Church

Собор / Церковь

Monument

Памятник

Square

Площадь

Bridge

Мост

Park

Парк

Excursion / Trip

Экскурсия / Поездка

Ticket (for entry)

Входной билет

Free admission

Вход свободный

What is that building?

Что это за здание?

Can you take a photo of us?

Можете нас сфотографировать?

Restaurant

Ресторан

Меню

Dish (of the day)

Блюдо (дня)

Waiter / Waitress

Официант / Официантка

The bill, please.

Счёт, пожалуйста.

I am vegetarian.

Я вегетарианец / вегетарианка.

Still water

Вода без газа

Sparkling water

Вода с газом / Газировка

Local cuisine

Местная кухня

Pharmacy

Аптека

I am lost.

Я потерялся / потерялась.

I don't feel well.

Мне плохо.

Souvenir shop

Сувенирный магазин

Market

Рынок

How much does it cost?

Сколько это стоит?

It's too expensive.

Это слишком дорого.

Can I pay by card?

Можно заплатить картой?

Cash

Наличные

Please speak slowly.

Говорите, пожалуйста, медленнее.

Nice to meet you.

Очень приятно.

Thank you.

Спасибо.

Excuse me / I'm sorry.

Извините.

Where is the toilet?

Где находится туалет?

Cheers! (Toast)

За здоровье!

Ex. 1. Complete the sentences with the correct word from the box below.

After you land, you have to go through __________ to declare any goods.

Please check the screen to see if your flight is leaving from __________ A or B.

I need to weigh my __________ to make sure it isn't overweight.

Due to bad weather, there will be a 30-minute __________ .

The __________ board shows that our flight is leaving on time.

The airport has three __________ . Our airline uses number two.

Ex. 2. Circle the best option to complete each sentence.

I'd like to book a room with two beds. That's a (single / double / twin) room.

You can get your room key at the (reception / restaurant / railway station).

We need clean (towels / tickets / guides) for the bathroom.

I can't sleep because the (air conditioning / Wi-Fi / check-out) is making too much noise.

What time is (breakfast / luggage / passport) served in the morning?

Our room is on the 5th (floor / gate / market).

Ex. 3. Answer the questions.

Why do people travel?
What kinds of tourism are there?
What are the most popular tourist destinations in the world?
What landmarks is Russia famous for?
What foreign countries would you like to visit?
What are your plans for the coming holidays?

Ex. 4. Match.

Term

Definition

1. Ecotourism

A. A guided visit to famous places

2. Landmark

B. A permit to enter another country

3. Visa

C. Travel focused on nature conservation

4. Souvenir

D. A famous tourist attraction

5. All-inclusive

E. A keepsake from a trip

6. Jet lag

F. Fatigue from long flights across time zones

7. Sightseeing

G. A resort where everything is included

8. Backpacking

H. Budget travel with minimal luggage

9. Cruise

I. A holiday on a ship with multiple stops

10. Boutique hotel

J. A small, stylish hotel

Ex. 5. Complete the sentences with the correct tourism vocabulary:

sightseeing, cruise, all-inclusive,, jet lag, ecotourism, landmarks, visa, boutique hotel

We booked an _________ resort so we wouldn’t have to worry about meals or drinks.
After the long flight, I suffered from _________ and couldn’t sleep properly.
The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous _________ in the world.
She loves _________ because she enjoys hiking and exploring nature responsibly.
Before traveling to the USA, I had to apply for a _________.
We took a _________ around the Caribbean, stopping at five different islands.
Instead of a big hotel, we stayed in a cozy _________ with unique decor.
During our trip, we did a lot of _________ and visited museums and monuments.

Ex. 6. Choose the best word to complete each sentence.

1. A _________ is a small, stylish hotel.

a) Hostel

b) Boutique hotel

c) Campsite

2. Traveling with just a backpack and staying in budget accommodations is called _________.

a) Luxury tourism

b) Backpacking

c) Medical tourism

3. A _________ is required to enter another country if you’re not from there.

a) Boarding pass

b) Visa

c) Souvenir

4. Visiting Auschwitz or Chernobyl is an example of _________.

a) Dark tourism

b) Ecotourism

c) Adventure tourism

5. The _________ is the busiest time for tourists, usually summer or holidays.

a) Shoulder season

b) Peak season

c) Off-season

Ex. 7. Practice using tourism vocabulary by answering these questions:

What’s your dream bucket list destination, and why?

Do you prefer all-inclusive resorts or independent travel? Why?

Have you ever experienced jet lag? How did you deal with it?

What’s the most interesting landmark you’ve ever visited?

Would you try dark tourism? Why or why not?

Ex. 8. Answer the questions.

1. Where is the most interesting place you have ever visited?

2. What activities do you like to do when you travel?

3. Do you prefer to travel alone or with others?

4. Have you ever traveled abroad?

5. In your opinion, what is the ideal length of a vacation or trip abroad?

6. What has been your most memorable travel experience?

7. What are the benefits of traveling?

8. What is the best way to save money while traveling?

9. What type of transportation do you use when traveling?

10. How often do you go on holiday trips?

11. Do you ever travel for business? Would you like to?

12. Have you ever gone on a long distance trip?

13. How has travelling changed your life?

14. What is the most exotic place you have ever visited?

15. What do you think are the essential items to bring when traveling?

16. What do you like most about traveling?

17. What do you like least about traveling?

18. When you travel, do you prefer to relax or seek out new adventures?

19. Do you prefer traveling to cities or the countryside?

20. Would you prefer to travel to a beach or the mountains?

21. Has travel changed how people interact with each other across different cultures and countries? If so, how?

22. Do you prefer to plan your trips ahead of time or be spontaneous?

23. Are you planning any trips right now? If so, where will you be going?

24. What is one destination that everyone should see in their lifetime?

25. What’s the best place for people to visit in your home country?

26. What tips would you give someone who is traveling for the first time?

27. How has technology changed the way we travel today?

28. What challenges have you faced while traveling abroad?

29. How has traveling abroad changed you?

30. Are there any places that are still on your travel bucket list?

31. What are the top 3 destinations on your travel bucket list?

32. How do you like to prepare for your vacations?

33. What is the most important thing you have learned while travelling?

34. How do you make sure to stay safe while traveling?

35. Are there any destinations that are too dangerous to visit? Why?

36. Are there any places that should be off-limits to tourists?

37. Have you ever encountered language barriers while travelling?

38. How do you usually find accommodations when travelling?

39. What kind of food have you tried while travelling abroad?

40. Do you prefer to travel domestically or internationally?

41. What is the most important thing to consider when planning a trip?

42. What are your best tips for packing for a trip?

43. Are you an “overpacker” or an “underpacker”?

44. What tips can you give for packing light when travelling?

45. What destination do you think is underrated and why?

46. How has travelling helped you develop new skills?

47. Have you ever gone on an adventure trip or safari?

48. What tips do you have for staying healthy while traveling?

49. Have you ever experienced culture shock?

50. Are there any particular customs that surprised you while traveling abroad?

51. How have your travels impacted your career choices and goals?

52. What kind of souvenirs do you like to bring back from your trips?

53. Are there any particular souvenirs that remind you of your travels?

54. What are some of the biggest challenges of traveling solo?

55. What are some of the advantages of traveling solo?

56. Do you enjoy traveling with your family?

57. Do you enjoy traveling with a big group of friends?

58. Do you enjoy traveling with small children?

59. When you travel, do you prefer to stay in hotels or Airbnbs?

60. What unique activities have you done on vacation?

61. Are there any places that have particularly stood out during your travels?

62. Do you prefer guided tours or independent exploration when traveling to a new place?

63. What tips can you give for budgeting while traveling overseas?

64. How did the pandemic impact your future travel plans and goals?

65. Have any of your travels inspired you in some way? How?

66. Are there any places that have made a lasting impression on you during your travels?

67. How do you make sure to respect local cultures and traditions when traveling abroad?

68. Do you like to connect and chat with locals when you travel? If yes, how do you make it happen?

69. What have you learned from other cultures during your travels?

70. Has travel changed your perspective on different cultures and people? How?