Travel and holiday destinations
TYPES of TRAVEL / HOLIDAY
take a weekend break in the country
spend the summer holiday at a seaside resort
book a package holiday
arrange travel and accommodation separately
IMPRESSIONS
we had a great time in a fabulous town
it was such an unforgettable experience
a truly unique experience
a truly magical atmosphere
the highlight of the trip
it was well worth it
completely chaotic, but a real feast for the senses
what really made a lasting impression on me was
I had never felt more appreciated as a tourist
I was utterly astonished by/when I saw
the place deserves its great write-up in guidebooks
a magical atmosphere that I’ll always remember
it was a holiday that I wouldn’t have missed for anything
a destination I would highly recommend
a destination not to be missed
it is perfectly imprinted in my memory
the only downside was
complain of a poor choice of entertainment facilities
A CITY BREAK
explore the city’s history
take in the many wonderful sights, tastes and experiences
take a stroll in a green and leafy park
go on an excursion
take a ride up the world’s most famous skyscraper
wander around the city
take an exciting taxi ride to the city centre
admire the amazing architecture
visit an absolutely amazing market
shopping enthusiasts should hit the trendy boutiques
see a famous local landmark
do some last-minute shopping
travel on a high-speed train from X to Y
experience a bit of local culture
A BEACH HOLIDAY
a seaside city surrounded by steep cliffs
rolling beaches of pure white sand
a secluded beach away from the noise of the tourist resorts
gorgeous beaches with golden sands
the south coast is dotted with a vast number of beach resorts
a famous surfing location
with waves lapping gently on the shore
see the island’s main tourist attraction
make my way through the dense forest
admire the lush vegetation
lie on huge stretches of white sand soaking up the sun
ADVENTURE TOURISM
HISTORIC SITES
visit some of the most amazing cultural sites
see the elaborately decorated statues inside the temple
climb all the way up to a mountain monastery
a monastery nestled high up in the mountains
contains fascinating wall paintings
visit the area’s fascinating archaeological sites
visit the remains of an ancient settlement
witness a religious ceremony
TRAVEL ON A TIGHT BUDGET
SAMPLING THE FOOD
one of the best places to sample sea food
sample local specialities
try the wonderful regional cuisine
enjoy the tasty local dishes
be offered special deals on traditional meals
explore some deserted caves
the caves are of great historical interest
go on a guided tour inside a volcano crater
has some of the best hiking trails and ski slopes in the world
take a boat trip or go snorkelling
opportunities for white-water rafting and kayaking
take a day trip to a safari park
see lions in their natural habitat
DESCRIPTION OF A PLACE
travel on a limited / meager budget
with nothing but a small bag of clothes and a guidebook
$200 in traveller’s cheques
hotels and restaurants offer very low prices
have a limited amount of cash to spend
compeltely run out of money
can’t afford a holiday abroad
save money on holiday
a place with international appeal
a perfect holiday destination
a majour tourist attraction
offers some amazing places off the beaten track
an ideal holiday destination with iconic landmarks
a top destination for young backpackers
depends on tourism for much of its income
a perfect place to relax and re-fuel
these historic sights are on the UNESCO World Heritage List
has a huge number of heritage sights
bustling cities, unspoilt countryside and beautiful beaches
PHRASAL VERBS
check in two hours before the flight
get on the plane
set off early in the morning
pick him up from the station
stop off in X before catching a fight to Y
TRAVEL IDIOMS
he’s got itchy feet
hit the road
travel light
live out of a suitcase
TRAVEL PROBLEMS
the summer heat was overwhelming/ I wasn’t used to such high temperatures / come down with sunstroke
I seemed to have been the victim of some scam / my wallet and phone were swiped from my pockets
the trip was desastrous from beginning to end
my flight was severely delayed because of weather problems /we weren’t even issued any blankets or foot stamps
my flight was shifted to the following day /I had to camp down in the departure lounge for the night
suffer from seasickness/ airsickness
get away from it all
off the beaten track
the town stretches out along a winding river
the town is steeped in history
modern buildings blend in well
the town is dotted with pleasant cafes
sit and soak up the atmosphere
the town is bursting with tourists at the weekend
miss the connecting flight / my flight was cancelled and I was stuck at the airport
go island hopping
stretches of silky golden sand and glistening turquoise sea
embark on a holiday of a lifetime
a bucket list trip
nail-biting hair-rising activities
lie on a beach working on my tan
the odds of getting injured are not in your favour
I'm dicing with death
not for the faint-hearted
white water rafting down cascading rapids
the whole experience might set you back a bit
you can't say you've lived until you've been on a safari
a hop skip and a jump away from me
sample all the culinary delights
a cruise on an ocean liner with classy on-board entertainment
can leave you out of pocket
the notion of 'staycation' has been gaining momentum
explore what's on your doorstep
have a whale of time
can't put a price on emotions
ACCOMMODATION
hotels: decent standards of service tailored to individual needs / pay over the odds
stay in a self-catering apartment/guesthouse / opt for private rentals like cottages / be self-reliant
campsite: pitch a tent / park a caravan
rough it in hostels / be bunked with total strangers/ wash facilities are basic/ hack such conditions
jaw-dropping panoramic views of nature at her finest
travel on a shoe-string budget
tick off the bucket list
travel addict
came down with the worst case of food poisoning ever/ was bedridden for a week / had to cover the bills out of my pocket
splash out on the family trip of a lifetime
was given an old banger instead of a decent set of wheels / got stuck in the middle of nowhere / with no civilization in sight / I was left stranded with no water / I was sunburned and dangerously dehydrated
the weather wasn’t on my side / I couldn’t even venture outside / It literally poured down nonstop for the entire duration of my stay
bitterly disappointed
have thrown so much money down the drain
sun-kissed paradise destination
do a city tour