Travel Talk: English for Real Journeys int.basic

Let your students travel the world without leaving the classroom.
This 90-minute speaking lesson takes learners from travel dreams to real-life situations like lost passports and hotel mix-ups. Perfect for intermediate and basic levels.
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1. Traveling By: Mahsa

2. 1 Do you like travelling? 2 How often do you travel? 3 What’s your favorite way to travel? 4 Do you prefer travelling alone or with others? 5 How do you usually plan your trips? 6 Do you like package tours or independent travel? Ask and answer.

3. 3 Before traveling ... 1 How do you choose your travel destination? 2 How do you book your tickets? How do you pack your suitcase? What do you always take with you when you travel?

4. make a list. 

5. How long is your ideal holiday? What’s the first thing you do when you arrive in a new place? What’s the most useful travel app for you? Do you like trying local food? Which kind of places do you usually visit in the new city, shopping centers, museums, mountains or ...? While traveling

6. WHOA! What’s your dream destination and why?

7. Experiences 1 Have you ever missed a flight or train? 2 What’s the funniest thing that happened to you on a trip? 3 What’s the most beautiful place you’ve ever seen? 4 Which country has the best food, in your opinion? describe the food.

8. How has travelling changed your view of the world?

9. ASK AND ANSWER. B  Have you ever faced cultural shock? How do you manage your travel budget? What’s one mistake you’ll never repeat when travelling? How can travelers respect local cultures better? Have you ever felt homesick while abroad? A What do you look for in a perfect travel partner? What’s the best conversation you’ve had with a stranger while travelling? How do you balance visiting attractions vs. Relaxing? Would you rather visit one country deeply or many quickly? Do you think tourists change local cultures?

10. 1 At the Airport – Lost Passport Goal: Ask for help Roles: Passenger –Airport staff. Twist: The flight is in 40 minutes.

11. 2 At the Hotel Reception – Wrong Room Goal: Solve a problem politely. Roles: Guest – Receptionist. Twist: The room you got is single, but you booked a double.

12. 3 Asking for Directions – Getting Lost Goal: Ask and give directions. Roles: Tourist – Local person. Twist: The local gives complex directions, you get confused.

13. 4 On a Tour – Complaint Goal: Express disappointment politely. Roles: Tourist – Tour guide. Twist: The bus has no air conditioning. ➡️ “Excuse me, is there any way to open a window?”

14. 5   Airbnb Host Problem – No Hot Water Goal: Report and solve an issue. Roles: Guest – Host (or customer support). Twist: It’s midnight and the host doesn’t answer.

15. MAYBE YOU NEED TWO COLUMNS MERCURY VENUS Venus has a beautiful name and is the second planet from the Sun Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun and the smallest one

16. plan the best trip for each person

17. ‍ 1. The Overworked Teacher Age: 35 Budget: Medium Goal: Relax and disconnect from screens Preferences: Nature, silence, short hikes, spa Problem: Only 3 days off

18. ‍ 2. The Digital Nomad Age: 28 Budget: Low Goal: Work + explore Preferences: Cafés with Wi-Fi, hostels, local food Problem: Needs good internet everywhere

19. ‍ 3. The Family with Kids Parents + 2 children (6 and 9) Budget: Medium Goal: Educational fun trip Preferences: Zoos, museums, easy walks, safe food Problem: Kids get bored easily

20. ‍ 4. The Wellness Traveller Age: 32 Budget: Medium-high Goal: Mind–body balance Preferences: Yoga, meditation, healthy food Problem: Always checks her phone

21. ‍ You

22. 4,498,300 Destinations are waiting for you, bye!