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60 Travel Conversation Questions

One of the dreams that people have is to travel around the world and know more places, meet new people and enjoy some adventures.

People love traveling and there are many reasons for doing so, such as:

How about you? What are your reasons for traveling?

Talk about it with this list of travel conversation questions

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Travel Conversation Questions: Places

Travel conversation questions: people, travel conversation questions: your next vacations, travel conversation questions: your last vacation, travel conversation questions: your luggage, travel conversation questions: preferences, travel conversation questions: general questions, travel questions: channels, travel questions: safe places, more esl conversation questions.

Instead of having a long list of travel conversation questions, it is better to have them categorized to make everything easier.

These are 60 travel conversation questions that have been divided into different categories such as:

Let’s explore each one of these different categories

When we search on the internet, we can find a list of recommendations about places to visit.

These are conversation questions to discuss the best and worst places to visit:

  • Have you ever been abroad?
  • How many countries have you visited?
  • Have you visited many touristic places in your country?
  • What tourist places do you like to visit?
  • Do you prefer visiting beaches or mountains?
  • Have you ever visited a European country?
  • Have you ever visited an African country?
  • What’s your best vacation memory?
  • What’s your worst vacation memory?
  • What countries would you like to visit?
  • What countries would you not like to visit?
  • What’s the best place for a vacation in your country

I understand that some people like traveling alone but others prefer some company and have better memories.

These questions have to do with your favorite people to go on vacation:

  • Who do you travel with?
  • Have you made friends while you are on vacation?
  • Do you like to travel with children?
  • Do you like to travel with your parents?
  • Do you like traveling alone or in a group?
  • What are some of the benefits of traveling alone?

Some people plan their vacation since they have to ask for permission, save money and choose the best time of the year to do it.

These questions will help you talk about plans that you have for your next vacation:

  • What places are you planning to visit?
  • Who are you planning to go with?
  • When are you planning to go?
  • Where are you planning to stay?
  • What sights are you planning to see?
  • When will you next go to the beach? Which beach is your favorite?

Some people love sharing information about their last vacation and some people don’t.

These are some questions to discuss your last vacation

  • Where did you go on your last vacation?
  • Who did you go with?
  • Where did you stay?
  • What did you do there?
  • What did you see there?
  • How much money did you spend there?
  • Who was the most interesting person you met?
  • How long did you stay there? Did you want to stay longer?

Most people don’t have a problem with their luggage when they travel, while others find issues such as:

These are some conversation questions that have to do with preparing stuff to travel:

  • How much luggage do you usually carry?
  • Do you bring electronic devices when you travel?
  • What are some things you always take with you on a trip?
  • Do you like to pack light when you travel?
  • Do you think that everyone overpacks?
  • How many of the things do you pack do you actually use or need?
  • Have you ever lost your luggage?
  • Do you worry about your luggage when you travel?

These are some questions about what you prefer to do when you are on vacation:

  • Do you prefer to travel by car or plane?
  • Have you ever bought a package tour?
  • Where do you prefer to stay when you go on a vacation?
  • How often do you travel?
  • How often do you go camping?
  • How long do you like vacations to be?
  • What means of transport do you like to use when you are on vacation?
  • Do you like to try local food when you travel?
  • What is the best age to travel?
  • Where do you like to stay when you go on vacation?

These are some general questions about traveling:

  • Are you a traveler?
  • What do you miss the most when you are traveling?
  • Have you ever had an accident while traveling?
  • Have you ever been on a cruise?
  • What do you think about hitchhiking?
  • If money was not an issue, what type of holiday would you take?
  • Have you ever missed a flight? What happened?

Travel blogs and YouTube channels have become very popular.

Channels tend to have an edge over travel blogs since you get a better idea of the country you are planning to visit

  • Do you follow travel blogs?
  • Do you follow Travel Youtube channels?
  • Do you usually search for videos or posts about the countries or places you are trying to visit?
  • Have Travel blogs or channels make you want to travel more

If you are a traveler, you don’t want anything to happen to you, your friends, and your family.

These are some questions about safe countries and places to travel to:

  • What are some of the safest places to travel to?
  • Have you ever been robbed when traveling?
  • Do you only travel to the safest countries?
  • Do you share your travel information with someone you trust?
  • Do you worry about how much you drink when traveling?
  • Do you try not to draw attention when traveling?
  • Do you wear jewelry when you travel?
  • Are you aware of scams when you travel?
  • Do you Keep digital copies of important documents?

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Travel conversation questions.

Free discussion worksheets with pictures to describe the topic of travel. Difficult words on this first printable include – pack, prefer, cruise, destination, thoroughly, gotten, accommodation, backpacking, international, furthest, and distance.

The travel conversation questions on worksheet 1 are –

1 – When was the last time you traveled? Where did you go?

2 – What is your favorite thing about traveling?

3 – Where would you like to travel to next? When do you think you will go there?

4 – How long can you travel before you start to miss home?

5 – What are the most important things to pack before you go traveling?

6 – What kinds of transport do you prefer to travel by?

7 – Are there any places in your country that you never want to travel to? Why not?

8 – Who in your family is the best person to travel with?

9 – Have you ever been on a cruise ship? Would you like to take a cruise?

10 – What kinds of activities do you like to do when you are traveling?

11 – Have you ever learned or tried to speak another language while traveling?

12 – What are the top travel destinations in your country? Have you been to them?

13 – How do you usually decide on a travel destination?

14 – Do you like to plan your travel thoroughly or just make it up as you go along?

15 – What do you think of backpacking? Would you like to try it?

16 – Have you ever gotten lost on your travels? What did you do?

17 – What kind of accommodation do you usually stay in when you take trips?

18 – What is the best way to keep your money safe when you go traveling?

19 – Have you ever felt scared or been in danger on your travels?

20 – How has COVID-19 changed travel in your country and internationally?

21 – Where is it your dream to visit? Do you think you will ever get there?

22 – What is the furthest distance you have ever been from your home?

23 – Do you prefer to travel alone, with friends , or with family?

24 – What is the first thing you do when you arrive in a new city?

25 – Do you use any websites or apps when you travel? What for?

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Travel conversation questions 2

Before starting the discussion with this second set of questions, be sure the students are familiar with the terms – landscape, ecotourism, issue (problem), journey, baggage, and souvenir.

On this second worksheet, the travel conversation questions are –

26 – What kinds of landscapes do you like to see when you travel?

27 – How do you plan for the weather when you go somewhere?

28 – Do you prefer hot or cold destinations for vacations?

29 – If money was not an issue, where would you go and what would you do?

30 – How is ecotourism different to normal tourism?

31 – Have you ever lost something on your travels? What was it?

32 – What things do you dislike about traveling?

33 – Do you remember meeting any strange or interesting people when traveling?

34 – What is the most popular time of year for people to travel in your country?

35 – Where are some good places to find travel information? Do you use them?

36 – What are the best and worst places you have traveled to?

37 – Have your parents traveled much? Where have they been?

38 – What are some useful things to learn in another language for traveling?

39 – Do you think it is best to take a package tour or plan your own trips?

40 – What is the longest journey that you have ever taken?

41 – Where do you think would be the best place to go on a shopping holiday?

42 – When you are on vacation do you like to relax or look for adventure?

43 – Are you careful with money when you travel or do you like to spend a lot?

44 – Have you ever had any bad travel experiences? What happened?

45 – Do you like to try strange foods when you travel? What things have you eaten?

46 – What kinds of baggage do you usually take when traveling?

47 – Do you have any souvenirs at home from traveling? What are they?

48 – What kinds of things do you buy for other people on your travels?

49 – What is something that you would love to go and do while traveling the world ?

50 – What is the best photograph that you have taken while traveling? Where were you?

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If you need some fresh, new ideas for the ESL travel and holiday unit that you can find in most textbooks, then you’re in the right place. We’ll share our top ideas for games and activities, along with travel vocabulary, worksheets and lesson plans. Let’s get to the best ESL holiday activities.

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ESL holiday and travel-themed activities

Let’s get into everything you need to know for an ESL holiday lesson. Keep on reading!

ESL Travel and Holiday Activities

Here are the top ESL travel activities that you may want to try out with your students.

#1: Plan a Trip

Have your students plan a dream vacation in English! Instead of researching in their first language, use Google in English. In order to practice writing, keep notes only in English. Here’s an example of how you might plan your trip using English. You can have your students add as little, or as much detail as you’d like. However, the point of the activity is to practice writing in point form which is useful when writing outlines for tests or essays.

Day 1: Monday, January 1

Fly Seoul (3pm) —-> Vancouver (7am) Check in Hotel ABC, 123 Avenue Rest, relax

Day 2: Tuesday, January 2

Stay Hotel ABC Tour Stanley Park Eat Pub XYZ dinner

Day 3: Wednesday, January 3

Check out Hotel ABC Rent car Budget 123 Drive Whistler Rent skis shop ABC Go Skiing Lunch ski lodge Check in Hotel ABC Whistler Bed early

Procedure for one of my favourite ESL travel activities:

  • Give students time to do some Internet research about a place they want to go. It’s helpful to specify the number of days. I generally make a rule that they must do this research in English. Suggest some helpful websites where they might like to start (Trip Advisor, Air BnB, etc.).
  • Students can make a day-by-day itinerary of what they’re trip is going to look like.
  • They can share about their trip with the class or turn it in for a graded assignment.

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#2: A-Z Alphabet Game

If you know that your students already know a fair bit about holiday and travel, you may want to try this quick warm-up game. Or, you could consider using it as a review game at the end of a class.

The way it works is that students, in pairs or small groups write down the alphabet on a piece of paper. Then, they have to think of one travel related word for each letter. It doesn’t have to be done in order. For example:

P: Passport

The winner is the team with the most completed letters at the end of the allotted time. Do you want to find out more? Check this out: A-Z Alphabet Game ESL .

#3: Travel Word Association

This is nice ESL activity to do if you know that your students have studied about travel and holidays before. They can shout out vocabulary words related to this and you can make a mind map or sorts on the board. Group similar things together. For example, articles of clothing.

Find out more about this quick ESL warmer right here: ESL Vocabulary Word Association.

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#4: Postcards ESOL Travel Activity

If you can get your hands on some cheap postcards or have some laying around your house or teacher’s office, try out this fun writing activity. It may just be the novelty factor, but students seem to love it. This activity is ideal for working on common greetings, the past tense (more ideas here: ESL past tense games ), and using descriptive words, as well as using synonyms to avoid repetition.

Distribute the postcards to the students. You can do one per student, or put the students into pairs. They have to look at the picture on the front of the postcard and imagine that they went on this vacation. Then, they can write about their trip to a friend or family member.

Next, the students trade postcards with another student or group. After reading them, they can write a response back of at least a few sentences. Finally, you may want to display them around the class as they’re colourful and fun and other students may enjoy reading them! Have some fun with this ESOL travel activity.

  • Give each student or pair a postcard. They look at the picture and imagine what they did on that vacation, and then pretend that they’re writing to a friend or family member.
  •  Exchange postcards and another student or group have to write a response to what they read.
  • Display the postcards around your classroom (optional).

#5: Travel or Holiday Videos

I’m ALL about using videos with my ESL/EFL students. They’re fun, engaging and a nice way to grab student’s attention and introduce a topic. Of course, you can base an entire class around one too if you design the activities well.

If you want to find out more about using them in your classes and some activities and games to do with them, you’ll want to check this out: Using Videos for Teaching English .

#6: Dictogloss ESOL Travel Activity

This is a challenging activity that works on listening and writing skills. Find a short story related to holiday or travel. It could even be a description of your own vacation that you took recently.

Then, you read out the story to your students in a way that is a bit challenging for them to catch every word. Students have to take notes and then try to reconstruct what they heard based on their notes in small groups. You can read it again so that students have a chance to make some additions or corrections. Finally, students compare their version with the original.

Do you want to try it out with your students? You can learn more about one of the best ESL travel activities here: ESL Dictogloss Activity .

#7: Holidays ESL Lesson Plan

It’s easy to plan an ESL lesson about any topic, including holidays. Check out this video for the steps to follow:

#8: Yes/No Questions and Answers

If you think about it, holidays and travel lend themselves to a ton of yes/no questions. For example:

  • Did you fly or drive?
  • Did you eat some delicious things?
  • Was the food good?
  • Did you have nice weather?

If you want to see some activities or games to work on these kinds of questions, you’ll want to check this out: Yes/No Activities and Games.

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#9: ESL Food Activities and Games

I’m not sure if it’s the same for you, but when I travel, it’s ALL about the food. I want to try all the delicious things where I’m staying! The good news is that I have a ton of fun, interactive games and activities for food. You can easily adapt most of them to focus on holidays.

You can find out more details here: ESL Food Activities.

#10: ESL Surveys

I love to use surveys in my classes because they lend themselves to just about any topic. In the case of travel, they’re ideal for working on the present perfect and simple past together.

For example:

Have you ever travelled to another country?

Where did you go?

If you want to know more about how to design and use surveys in your classes for an ESL travel lesson, then you’ll want to check this out: Surveys for ESL Students.

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ESL Travel Games and Activities

I also love to use ESL surveys to get students to express an opinion in English.

#11: Present Perfect Activities Related to Travel

The present perfect is often used to talk about vacations, travel and holidays. For example:

  • Have you ever been to another country?
  • Have you travelled to ______ before?

In order to incorporate this grammatical construction into some of your lesson, you’ll want to check this out: Present Perfect ESL Activities.

#12: Brochure Scanning

This is an excellent travel activity! You’ll have to get your hands on some travel brochures first. The way it works is that students get tons of practice with a reading sub-skill (scanning) because they have to look quickly through the brochures to find specific bits of information. For example, cost or number or days.

Do you want to try out this reading activity? You can find out all the details here: Brochure Scanning Reading Activity for ESL .

#13: Odd One Out ESL Warmer

This is a quick English warm-up activity that you can try out with your students. The way it works is that you write words, in groups of 4 on the board. 3 are similar and 1 is the odd one out. Students have to choose this one and say why it doesn’t fit. For example:

Bathing suit, sunglasses, boots, flip-flops

Answers: Boots because it’s not for a beach vacation. I accept many different answers as long as students support it well.

You can learn more about this ESL warm-up here: Odd One Out for ESL .

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#14: Would you Rather? 

I’m sure you’ve done this before with friends. You have to choose between two negative things, or two positive things. For example, how you want to die, or what you want to eat. In this case, students could choose between two types of vacation. For example:

Would you rather have a beach or forest vacation?

Would you rather stay in a big hotel, or an AirBNB?

Learn more about this nice activity for an ESL travel lesson here: ESL Would You Rather?

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#15: Task Based Activity: Dream Vacation

I love to incorporate this style of teaching into my holiday lessons. It allows students more freedom to choose what they want to learn about and also builds opportunities for some serious teamwork.

In this case, I’ll have students work in groups of 2-3 to plan a dream vacation. They can do some research to find out all the details including how to get there, food, budget, where to stay, etc. Then, they either have to write a report and hand it in to me and/or do a short presentation to the class.

Need some more ideas for this style of a lesson? Check this out: Task-Based Learning .

#16: Travel Themed Charades

I love to play charades with my students. The way it works is that you can think of some travel-related phrases. For example:

  • Flying on a plane
  • Sleeping on a bus
  • Eating noodles
  • Buying souvenirs

Then, students have to act this out and their teammates have to guess what the phrase is. More details here: ESL Charades.

#17: Travel Journal

Encourage students to keep a travel journal for a fictional trip. They can describe their experiences, sights, and sounds, using new vocabulary.

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#18: Eliciting in an ESL Travel Lesson

Unless your students are absolute beginners, then it’s likely that they already know a good amount of travel and holiday vocabulary. That’s often why I like to start off my ESL traveling lesson by using some eliciting techniques. There are two main reasons for this.

The first reason is that it’s possible to find out what the students already know about this topic to avoid wasting class time covering these things. The second is that it helps students activate their prior knowledge about travel/holidays to make the new things they learn more memorable. Learn how to do this tactic for an ESL holiday lesson here:

ESL Eliciting Advice .

#19: Travel Listening Lesson

A nice way to talk about any topic is through a listening lesson. In this case, find a conversation between two people talking about an upcoming vacation plan. Or, someone talking about a favourite vacation from the past (it could even be you). Then, design an entire listening lesson around that. Find out how here:

#20: Idiom ESL Traveling Activity

There are lots of idioms related to holidays, travel and transportation. Here are just a few of them:

  • All hands on deck
  • To send flying
  • Bump in the road
  • Off the rails
  • Train wreck
  • Asleep at the wheel
  • Fall off the wagon
  • Hit the road

One of the best ways to make these idioms super memorable is to do this fun activity. Afterwards, your students will never forget! Learn more about this ESL activity:

Idiom Activity for Language Learners .

#21: Concentration ESL Traveling Vocabulary

One of the best ways to review new words during an ESL holiday or travel lesson is to play this memory game. Depending on the level of the students, make some matching pairs of cards with the following:

  • Word/picture
  • Word/definition
  • Word/clue about the word

Then in small groups, students play the game to find the matches. Find out all the details about how to set it up and play:

ESL Concentration Game .

#22: Speaking Fluency Activity

To use this activity with a unit on holidays or travel, have students talk about a past, or upcoming vacation.

#23: Me Too!

Students have to make a true statement about themselves related to holidays and travelling. For example:

  • I’ve been to Japan.
  • I hate the beach.
  • My family goes on a big vacation every summer.

If other students can agree, they stand up and say, “Me too!”

#24: Labour Day Guessing Game

#25: Holiday Interviews

Pair students and have them interview each other about their favorite holidays. They can then present their partner’s holiday to the class.

#26: Travel Bingo

Create bingo cards with images or words related to travel and holidays. Students mark off the squares as they learn new vocabulary.

#27: Travel-Themed Role-Plays

Set up role-plays where students act as travelers, airport staff, or hotel receptionists. This helps them practice common travel dialogues.

#28: Travel Vocabulary Pictionary

Play Pictionary using travel-related words. Students take turns drawing and guessing the vocabulary words.

#29: Travel Storytelling

Ask students to create and share short stories about a memorable travel experience they’ve had or wish to have in the future.

#30: Travel Debate

Have students debate the pros and cons of traveling. This encourages critical thinking and speaking skills.

Travel and Holiday Vocabulary

Here are some of the most common vocabulary words that you may want to teach your students related to traveling for an ESL holiday lesson.

  • bathing suit
  • boarding pass
  • vaccination
  • The months of the year in English

Do you have any ESL travelling vocabulary that you’d like us to add to the list? Leave a comment and let us know!

Travel Worksheets and Lesson Plans for ESL

If you’re looking for some worksheets or lesson plans related to holidays and travel, then you’ll want to check out some of our top resource recommendations:

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FAQs about ESL Travel Lessons

There are a number of common questions that people have about teaching this unit. Here are the answers to some of the most popular ones.

What is the purpose of teaching the travel and holiday unit to English learners?

The purpose is to help English learners develop vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills related to travel and holidays.

What topics can be covered within the travel and holiday unit?

Topics can include modes of transportation, booking accommodations, tourist attractions, holiday activities, travel phrases, and cultural aspects of different destinations.

How can I introduce vocabulary related to travel and holidays?

You can introduce vocabulary through visual aids, realia (actual objects), flashcards, and interactive activities such as matching games or vocabulary quizzes.

What grammar structures can be taught in the travel and holiday unit?

Grammar structures such as present simple for schedules and timetables, past simple for recounting travel experiences, future tenses for making travel plans, and modal verbs for expressing preferences or asking for permission can be taught.

What speaking activities can be used to practice travel and holiday-related topics?

Role-plays, group discussions about dream destinations, travel itineraries, or describing holiday experiences are effective speaking activities. Additionally, pair work activities like “Find Someone Who” or “Guess the Destination” can engage learners in conversation.

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What are your thoughts about these Holiday ESL activities? Do you have another one that you’d like to recommend to us? Leave a comment below and let us know what you think. We’d love to hear from you.

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Use this list of travel conversation questions to help your students practice their English speaking skills.

Almost everyone has a strong opinion or two on travel. Whether they love to travel by plane, train, or automobile or prefer to avoid travel altogether, these fun travel questions should spark some lively conversations in your classroom!

Travel conversation questions

  • Where is the most interesting place you have ever visited?
  • What activities do you like to do when you travel?
  • Do you prefer to travel alone or with others?
  • Have you ever traveled abroad?
  • In your opinion, what is the ideal length of a vacation or trip abroad? 
  • What has been your most memorable travel experience?
  • What are the benefits of traveling?
  • What is the best way to save money while traveling?
  • What type of transportation do you use when traveling?
  • How often do you go on holiday trips?
  • Do you ever travel for business? Would you like to?
  • Have you ever gone on a long distance trip?
  • How has travelling changed your life?
  • What is the most exotic place you have ever visited?
  • What do you think are the essential items to bring when traveling?
  • What do you like most about traveling?
  • What do you like  least  about traveling?
  • When you travel, do you prefer to relax or seek out new adventures?
  • Do you prefer traveling to cities or the countryside?
  • Would you prefer to travel to a beach or the mountains?
  • Do you prefer to plan your trips ahead of time or be spontaneous?
  • Are you planning any trips right now? If so, where will you be going?
  • What is one destination that everyone should see in their lifetime?
  • What’s the best place for people to visit in your home country?
  • What tips would you give someone who is traveling for the first time?
  • How has technology changed the way we travel today?
  • What challenges have you faced while traveling abroad?
  • How has traveling abroad changed you?
  • Are there any places that are still on your travel bucket list?
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  • How do you like to prepare for your vacations?
  • What is the most important thing you have learned while travelling?
  • How do you make sure to stay safe while traveling?
  • Are there any destinations that are too dangerous to visit? Why?
  • Are there any places that should be off-limits to tourists?
  • Have you ever encountered language barriers while travelling?
  • How do you usually find accommodations when travelling?
  • What kind of food have you tried while travelling abroad?
  • Do you prefer to travel domestically or internationally?
  • What is the most important thing to consider when planning a trip?
  • What are your best tips for packing for a trip?
  • Are you an “overpacker” or an “underpacker”?
  • What tips can you give for packing light when travelling?
  • What destination do you think is underrated and why?
  • How has travelling helped you develop new skills?
  • Have you ever gone on an adventure trip or safari?
  • What tips do you have for staying healthy while traveling?
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  • How have your travels impacted your career choices and goals?
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  • Do you enjoy traveling with a big group of friends?
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  • Do you like to connect and chat with locals when you travel? If yes, how do you make it happen?
  • What have you learned from other cultures during your travels?
  • Has travel changed your perspective on different cultures and people? How?
  • Has travel changed how people interact with each other across different cultures and countries? If so, how?

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Travel Conversation Dialogues in English

Traveling exposes one to new sights, emotions, and experiences. Outings teach you a lot of things and modify your view on life. If you are fluent in English, you can go anywhere in the world and make many new acquaintances. Learn travel conversation dialogues as well as travel terminology to spice up your language ability and enjoy travelling to any region of the world.

If you find yourself stuck in the middle of nowhere, you will undoubtedly receive prompt assistance. Because your ability to communicate will aid you in locating and arriving at your desired location. So plan your route ahead of time and travel with confidence by learning travel conversation dialogues in English. Do not be scared of the obstacles; instead, continue to study and improve your English communication abilities , as they will come in handy in your life to manage any challenging scenario.

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  • Asking for Directions

It is extremely normal to get lost when travelling and then hunt for the right place. Wonderful travel talk between a tourist and a few bystanders guiding how to go to a place. Traveling is enjoyable, but it can be quite irritating when you are travelling overseas and are unable to obtain accurate directions.

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  • Conversation on the Plane

Travelling and socializing are inextricably linked. Even while we’re on board, we talk to a lot of strangers, such as the flight crew or the flight attendant. However, it is critical to communicate with such folks nicely and respectfully. In conclusion, you will learn new dialogues concentrating on travel conversations to help you improve your language abilities.

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Conversation at the Airport

When checking in at the airport, this is a very frequent travel dialogue. Moreover, it is when you follow the method specified by the officials there. Get through the full procedure and communicate with the employees without becoming frustrated. Most importantly, don’t pass up any opportunity to converse in English and take it to the next level.

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A simple yet odd conversation that everyone will, at some point in their lives, indulge in at least once. It is a conversation about lost and found items between a woman who has misplaced her handbag and a security guard whom she contacts in order to register her complaint.

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This is a wonderful opportunity to improve one’s English language skills by studying museum vocabulary and dialogue. Using these vocabulary words and dialogues as a guide, you may improve your ability to communicate in English and practise having conversational exchanges. When you go to the museum the next time with your family or friends, make sure to take advantage of the opportunity to have some engaging dialogues.

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In this Basic English speaking lesson, a father and a son are having a conversation about traffic jams. This problem is one that practically all of us face on a daily basis in our lives. Therefore, make the most of the opportunity to master the language associated with traffic and the accompanying conversations so that you may use it anytime you find yourself in a similar scenario.

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Travel Conversation Lesson

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Do you love to see new places and experience other cultures? What are the best (and worst) parts of traveling? In this conversation lesson, we’ll practice talking about travel, transportation, and culture.

Introduction

Watch the following YouTube video about a man who is walking across the world:

Intro Discussion Questions

  • Why is this man walking across the world?
  • What is the farthest distance you’ve ever walked?

New Words in Context:

I had a great time on my recent trip to Japan. I booked a flight with a late-night departure , because after I transfer in L.A., I slept all night before my arrival the next day. I booked a reservation at a hotel in downtown Tokyo, and after a few days seeing the city, I took another flight to Hokkaido. I planed to just rent a car and drive around—I wanted to get off the beaten path and see parts of Japan without a lot of other American tourists. Unfortunately, I had a breakdown on a country road. I travel light , so it wasn’t hard to take my backpack and walk to the next village where I could get some help. I was late checking in to my hotel, but they didn’t mind. The next day, I went canoeing and horseback riding, and ate at a great sushi restaurant my guide book recommended.

Departure (n) – the act of leaving, often to start a journey

Arrival (n) – the act of arriving somewhere

Transfer (v) – change to another place, route, or means of transportation during a journey.

Reservation (n) – an arrangement whereby something, especially a seat or room, is booked or reserved for a particular person

Breakdown (n) – a mechanical failure

Travel Light (adj. phrase) – to travel without taking much baggage with you.

Check in (phrasal verb) – arrive and register at an airport, station, or hotel

Guide book (noun) – a book for tourists full of information about a place

Off the beaten path (idiom) – a place where few tourists go

Discussion Questions

  • What first comes to mind when you hear the word “travel?”
  • Do you like to travel?
  • How often do you travel?
  • Describe the best trip you’ve ever taken.
  • Where do you most want to go?
  • Do you prefer a relaxing vacation, or an exciting vacation?
  • Do you prefer the mountains, or the beach?
  • Do you prefer going to a beautiful, natural place, or an interesting, cultural place?
  • If you had a million dollars and a year to travel, where would you go?
  • How do you feel about coming home after a trip?
  • What can travel teach a person?
  • Do you think travel is more educational than school?
  • Do you like to travel by car, plane, train, bus, or another way?
  • Have you ever traveled alone? If not, would you want to?
  • Have you ever gotten lost while traveling?
  • Have you ever hitchhiked? Do you think it is safe?
  • Do you play travel games when you have long flights or drives?
  • Do you think tourism helps or hurts the countries where tourists go?
  • What advice would you have for tourists coming to your home country?
  • Do you like airports? Is there any particularly interesting airport you’ve been to?
  • What do you think of the idea of space tourism? Do you think tourists will ever go to the moon?

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1 Visiting a Travel Agent

2 Making a Plane Reservation

3 Booking a Flight Online

4 Buying a Plane Ticket

5 Making a Hotel Reservation

6 Getting a Passport

7 Luggage Limits

8 Carry-on Luggage

9 Dropping Off at the Airport

10 Picking Up at the Airport

11 Going through the Customs

12 Talking to a Curbside Agent

13 Talking to a Flight Attendant

14 Talking to a Seatmate

15 Ordering Food and Drink

16 Missing Connecting Flight

17 Ground Transportation

18 Arranging a Tour of the City

19 Complaining about a Tour

20 Sightseeing

21 Making Alternate Plans

22 Shopping for Souvenirs

23 Trying to Find a Doctor

24 Losing the Wallet and Passport

25 Being Cautious in a Big City

26 Local Customs

27 Shuttle Bus at the Airport

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Holidays and Travelling Conversation Class

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This lesson works well with a range of levels, from A2- C1. It can be used to practice for the FCE or CAE speaking exam collaborative task section. Everybody loves talking about travelling and holidays.

You will need these pictures:

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And this handout:

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First put students in groups to discuss the following questions:

When was your last holiday?

Where did you go?

Who did you go with?

How did you get there?

Then brainstorm different types of holidays and different ways to travel on the board.

Project the pictures from the file above and elicit the vocabulary. This can be fun with lower levels, going from backpack to backpacking to backpacker. Hitchhiking – hitchhiker etc.

Once you have pre-taught all the vocabulary put the students in groups to discuss the questions on the handout.

Students report back to the class about other group members responses. A chance to practice reported speech for higher levels.

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“The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” Augustine of Hippo (354 – 430), theologian and philosopher
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LESSON OVERVIEW

This free ESL lesson plan on travel has been designed for adults and young adults at an intermediate (B1/B2) to advanced (C1/C2) level and should last around 45 to 60 minutes for one student.

Whether it’s exploring new places, or relaxing in familiar ones, everyone loves travelling. In fact, many people learning English are doing so for that exact reason. In the past, travelling to exotic locations was only for the super-rich. Now, with the expansion of budget airlines and cheap packages, the world is a lot more accessible to a lot more people. In this ESL lesson plan on travel, students will have the opportunity to discuss and express their opinions on issues such as how much they like travelling, the best places they have visited and different forms of travel.

This lesson plan could also be used with your students to debate these issues for World Tourism Day , which takes place in September. For more lesson plans on international days and important holidays, see the  calendar of world days  to plan your classes for these special occasions.

For advice on how to use this English lesson plan and  other lesson plans  on this site, see the  guide for ESL teachers .

PRE-CLASS ACTIVITIES

Reading activity Before the English class, send the following article to the students and ask them to read it while making a list of any new vocabulary or phrases they find (explain any the students don’t understand in the class):

World of Wanderlust | The Top 25 Best Destinations in the World

The article provides descriptions of some of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. At the start of the class, hold a brief discussion about what the students thought about the article. Have the students visited any of these places? If so, what did they think about them? Which of the places on the list would they most like to visit and why? Can they think of any of the destinations that should not be on the list? Which other destinations should be on a list of the best destinations in the world?

Video activity To save time in class for the conversation activities, the English teacher can ask the students to watch the video below and answer the listening questions in Section 3 of the lesson plan at home. There are intermediate listening questions and advanced listening questions so teachers can decide which would be more appropriate for their students. Check the answers in the class.

The video for this class is called “The Point of Travel” by The School of Life which views travel as a kind of therapy that can help us with our emotional state of mind.

IN-CLASS ACTIVITIES

The focus in the class is on conversation in order to help improve students’ fluency and confidence when speaking in English as well as boosting their vocabulary.

This lesson opens with a short discussion about the article the students read before the class. Next, the students can give their opinion on the quote at the beginning of the lesson plan – what they think the quote means and if they agree with it. This is followed by an initial discussion on the topic including the benefits of travel, the student’s favourite holiday/vacation and the best places to spend a holiday/vacation in their country.

After this, students will learn some vocabulary connected with travel such as backpacking , off the beaten path/track and bucket list . This vocabulary has been chosen to boost the students’ knowledge of less common vocabulary that could be useful for preparing for English exams like IELTS or TOEFL. The vocabulary is accompanied by a cloze activity and a speaking activity to test the students’ comprehension of these words. This may also be a good time to explain the difference between travel, trip and journey , as these words are often confused by students

If the students didn’t watch the video before the class, they can watch it after the vocabulary section and answer the listening questions. Before checking the answers, ask the students to give a brief summary of the video and what they thought about the content.

Finally, there is a more in-depth conversation about travel. In this speaking activity, students will talk about issues such as the different types of holiday/vacation people like to go on, how much they like to plan for a trip and the attraction of solo travel.

After the class, students will write about their opinion of travel. This could be a short paragraph or a longer piece of writing depending on what level the student is at. The writing activity is designed to allow students to practise and improve their grammar with the feedback from their teacher. For students who intend to take an international English exam such as IELTS or TOEFL, there is an alternative essay question to practise their essay-writing skills.

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Airport English: Conversation Lesson

Need to speak English at the airport? This travel English lesson will teach you phrases from English conversations! Study each dialogue at the airport and then read my explanation of the phrases in each English conversation.

This is a sample lesson from the Everyday English Speaking Course. You can register to get all 45 lessons in the course!

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Airport English Conversation #1 – At the Check-In Desk

Dan is flying from New York to Los Angeles. When he arrives at the airport, he goes to the check-in desk. Listen to the conversation he has with the agent:

Agent:  Good afternoon! Where are you flying to today?

Dan:  Los Angeles.

Agent:  May I have your passport, please?

Dan:  Here you go.

Agent:  Are you checking any bags?

Dan:  Just this one.

Agent:  OK, please place your bag on the scale.

Dan:  I have a stopover in Chicago – do I need to pick up my luggage there?

Agent:  No, it’ll go straight through to Los Angeles. Here are your boarding passes – your flight leaves from gate 15A and it’ll begin boarding at 3:20. Your seat number is 26E.

Dan:  Thanks.

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Conversation Vocabulary and Phrases

  • Instead of  “Where are you flying today?” the agent may ask “What’s your final destination?”  The answer will be the same!
  • You can say  “Here you go” anytime you give something to somebody
  • To  check your bags  means to put them on the airplane inside the cargo compartment. The small bag you take with you on the airplane is called a  carry-on . You need to put your carry-on bags through the X-ray machine at security.
  • The  scale is the equipment that tells you the weight of your luggage (45 kilograms, for example)
  • A  stopover  or  layover  is when the airplane stops in a different city before continuing to the final destination
  • If the agent says that your luggage will  go straight through , it means it will go directly to the final destination (and you don’t need to pick it up during your stopover)
  • Boarding passes  are the tickets that permit you to enter the airplane
  • When a plane begins  boarding , it means that the passengers start to enter the plane. Usually boarding time is 30-60 minutes before takeoff (when the plane leaves)

Other Questions & Phrases for the Airport

  • “Excuse me, where is the American Airlines check-in desk?”
  • “How many bags can I check?”
  • “Will my luggage go straight through, or do I need to pick it up in [Chicago]?”
  • “How much is the fee?” If your bag is heavier than the weight limits, or if your bag is larger than the size limits, you may need to pay extra: an  oversized baggage fee  or overweight baggage fee  (this can be $75 to $300) .  Some airlines in the United States also charge a fee for ALL checked bags (usually $15 to $30).
  • “Please mark this bag as ‘fragile.’” Say this if you have fragile or sensitive items in your bag that might break
  • “Is the flight on time?” The agent will respond either “Yes” if the flight is on time, or “There’s a 20-minute delay” (for example) if the flight will leave later than expected.

Extra questions in the U.S.

On flights going to or inside the U.S., you might be asked some extra security questions before or during check-in. Here are some sample questions:

Answer YES to these questions:

  • Did you pack your bags yourself?
  • Has your luggage been in your possession at all times?
  • Are you aware of the regulations regarding liquids in your carry-on? (Liquids must be 100 mL or less, and stored in a single quart-sized clear plastic bag) More information: TSA.gov

Answer NO to these questions:

  • Are you carrying any firearms or flammable materials?
  • Have you left your luggage unattended at any time?
  • Has anyone given you anything to carry on the flight?

Airport English Conversation #2 – Going through Security

There are two pieces of equipment in security: you put your bags through the  X-ray machine,  and you walk through the  metal detector. Some airports also use a body scanner for a more careful check.  

The  X-ray machine  has a  conveyor belt  that moves your bags automatically through the machine. You can put small items like keys or money into plastic  bins.

In the picture below, the woman is walking through the metal detector. Her suitcase is on the conveyor belt after going through the X-ray machine.

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Agent:  Please lay your bags flat on the conveyor belt, and use the bins for small objects.

Dan:  Do I need to take my laptop out of the bag?

Agent:  Yes, you do. Take off your hat and your shoes, too.

(he walks through the metal detector)

[BEEP BEEP BEEP BEEP]

Agent:  Please step back. Do you have anything in your pockets – keys, cell phone, loose change?

Dan:  I don’t think so. Let me try taking off my belt.

Agent:  Okay, come on through.

(he goes through the metal detector again)

Agent:  You’re all set! Have a nice flight.

The phrase “you’re all set” is a common expression that means “you’re finished and everything is OK.”

Phrasal Verbs: SET OFF and GO OFF

When the alarm sounds, we say “the alarm went off.” To describe what  caused  the alarm to sound, we say “set off” – for example, “My keys set off the alarm” or “My keys set off the metal detector.”

Airport English: Announcements at the Gate

Airports are divided into  terminals  (the major sections of the airport) and each terminal has many  gates.  The  gate  is the door you go through to enter the airplane. Here are a few announcements you might hear while you are at the gate, waiting for the plane to board.

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  • “There has been a gate change.” (this means the flight will leave from a different gate)
  • “United Airlines flight 880 to Miami is now boarding.” (this means it’s time for passengers to enter the plane)
  • “Please have your boarding pass and identification ready for boarding.”
  • “We would like to invite our first- and business-class passengers to board.”
  • “We are now inviting passengers with small children and any passengers requiring special assistance to begin boarding.”
  • “We would now like to invite all passengers to board.” (this means everyone can enter the plane)
  • “This is the final boarding call for United Airlines flight 880 to Miami.” (this means it is the FINAL OPPORTUNITY to enter the plane before they close the doors)
  • “Passenger John Smith, please proceed to the United Airlines desk at gate 12.”

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Airport English Conversation #3: On the plane

The people who work inside the airplane serving food and drinks are called flight attendants.  Both men and women who have this job are called flight attendants. Listen to this conversation that Dan has with the flight attendant when dinner is served on the flight.

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Dan:  Sorry?

Flight attendant:  Would you like chicken or pasta?

Dan:  I’ll have the chicken.

Flight attendant:  Anything to drink?

Dan:  What kind of soda do you have?

Flight attendant:  Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Orange, and Dr. Pepper.

Dan:  A Diet Coke, no ice, please.

Flight attendant:  Here you go.

English Conversation Tips:

If you didn’t understand what the flight attendant said, you can say Sorry?  or  Pardon?  to ask him or her to repeat it.

If you want to ask for something, you can use the phrase  “Can I have…?”  or “Could I have…?” Practice your pronunciation with these common requests:

  • “Can I have a pillow?”
  • “Can I have a blanket?”
  • “Can I have a pair of headphones/earbuds?”
  • “Could I have some water/coffee/tea?”
  • “Could I have some extra napkins?”

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Finally, if you need to stand up, but there is a person sitting between you and the aisle, you can say  Excuse me  and make a motion to start standing up. The person sitting next to you will understand and stand up to let you get out of your seat.

You’ve finished Lesson 16! I hope you’ve enjoyed these English conversations at the airport. Now take the quiz to test how well you remember the airport English phrases.

In tomorrow’s lesson, you’ll learn from more English conversations at the airport – phrases for arriving at the destination airport, going through immigration, and dealing with common travel problems.

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ESL Travel Conversation

You will often need to speak to people when travelling, these ESL travel conversations are examples of natural English travel conversations. They will help you by showing the type of thinks people would say to each other.

These ESL ravel conversation swill he;p you remember the travel vocabulary.

This page has two example travel conversations, both of which have been made into short videos. If you need any help understanding the vocabulary used in the example conversations or the cartoon videos then you can visit the ESL travel vocabulary page for definitions of many of the travel words used.

There are then 3 ESL travel conversation exercises for you to do that will help you practice using travel English. They are:

  • A conversation where you have to fill in the blanks.
  • Writing your own conversation.
  • Some conversation topics so you can talk with your friends.

Conversation 1

Situation: Patrick, Andrew and Jane discuss how to travel to the city from the university campus.

Jane: Good morning, Andrew.  Andrew: Good morning, Jane. Are you going somewhere? Jane:   Yes. I and Patrick are going to the city to do some shopping and have lunch. Andrew: That sounds fun. How will you get there? Patrick: I want to take the train, but Jane prefers to ride her bicycle. Andrew: Don’t you like using the train, Jane? Jane: The train station is far away and riding my bicycle does not cost anything. Patrick: Ok. Jane, why don’t we travel by bus, there is a bus stop just behind the university. Jane: It might take longer. I think we will need to take two buses to the city centre.  Andrew: Jane is right. There is not a direct bus into the city. Why don’t you use a taxi? Patrick: That will be quick, but expensive. Can you rollerblade? Jane: I hope you don’t mean we should rollerblade to the city. Andrew: Is rollerblading popular in America, Patrick? Patrick: Yes. People often use roller-skates. There is even a designated lane for it. Jane: In UK we can’t do that, the path is just for walking on. Andrew: I need to go to the train station to buy some tickets. I can give you both a lift in my car. Jane: That would be wonderful, Andrew. Thanks so much. Patrick: That is very kind of you, Andrew. Let’s go to the city centre!

Conversation 2

Situation: Tui talks with Lucy about her plan to go back to Thailand during half term. 

Lucy: What are you doing, Tui? Tui: I’m planning my trip back to Thailand for the mid-term break. Lucy: That sounds exciting. Tui: Not really. I must do a lot of travelling to get back to my home. Lucy: Really? Why? How will you get home and how long will it take? Tui: It will take more than 24 hours because I have to use many different types of transport. Lucy: Will your family meet you at the airport in Thailand? Tui: No. I must take a bus from the airport to my home. The bus is very uncomfortable. Lucy: That does not sound nice. How will you get to London Heathrow airport? Tui: I think it will be cheapest to use the coach, but I have a lot of luggage. Lucy: That’s ok. Usually you can pay extra to take more luggage. Tui: Really? That’s good. Do you know where the bus station is from here? Lucy: Yes, you can walk there. It will only take you 5 minutes. Tui: Should I buy a ticket before travelling? Lucy: Buy your ticket online if you can. It is always cheaper online. Tui: I want to travel direct to London. Do they have direct buses to the airport? Lucy: Yes, it takes about 2 hours. Tui: Perfect! I will take the bus. I was thinking about a taxi, but it’s expensive. Lucy: So, when is your flight? Tui: Tuesday morning. I need to leave really early as I must check in three hours before. Lucy: Would you like to take some of my delicious homemade cake for your family? Tui: Thanks, Lucy. But I don’t think I can. The customs officer is usually really strict. Lucy: I understand. Have a safe journey and see you when you get back. Tui: Thanks, Lucy. See you soon!

ESL Travel Conversation Exercises

The 3 following ESL travel conversation exercises will help you get better at using English to have a conversation about traveling.

Exercise 1 – Fill in the Blanks

In this ESL travel conversation exercise you need to choose the correct option (A-D) to fill in each of the blanks in the following conversation. Once you have chosen the option to fill each blank just click on the get results button to show your score and the correct answers.

Situation: Bob travels by bus to the city centre.

Bob: Excuse me, driver. _____(1)_______. Driver: Yes. We go directly to the city centre. Bob: That’s great. I would like one ticket, please. Driver: _______(2)__________. Bob: No, I don’t. Driver: ________(3)___________. Bob: I would like a return ticket please. Driver: That will be 2.40, please.  Bob: Here you go. ______(4)________. Driver: Yes, please press the buzzer when we get near, there is a bus stop opposite the mall. Bob: Thank you. How often do the return buses leave and when is the last bus this evening? Driver: Buses run every hour and the last bus is at 2 am.  Bob: Thank you. You have been very helpful. Driver: You are welcome. No problem at all. ________(5)_________.

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Exercise 2 – write a conversation.

For the second ESL travel conversation exercise you need to write a conversation that is similar to the ones above. You can chose what happens and how many people there are, but it should be related to travel. Write what each person would say to the other people. Once you have finished you should find a friend and then you can speak the conversation out loud to each other.

Exercise 3 – Conversation Topics

In this exercise there are two sets of ESL travel conversation topics. Working with a friend you should have a conversation where you answer the question. One person has set A and askes those questions to the person who has set B. Take turns to asks questions.

The questions have also been made into some conversation cards for you to download by clicking the picture.

Do you want to practice speaking more? Then download my ‘ 80 ESL Conversation Cards ’ ebook that has many more conversation questions.

Question set A

  • What is the longest journey you have ever taken?
  • Would you like to be the captain of a ship, why?
  • How many different types pf transport have you ever used?
  • Is it safe to travel in the country you come from?
  • Have you ever had an accident while travelling?

Question set B

  • Do you like travelling? Why?
  • What do you like to do while travelling?
  • Would you like to be the captain of an airplane, why?
  • What is your favourite method of transport?
  • Do you get ill when travelling?

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30 Conversation Questions About Travel

Conversation Questions About Travel

A fantastic topic for conversation is travelling. Travelling, going on vacation, seeing new places and meeting new people is something many people dream of. People may have many different reasons for wanting to travel, and will likely have many stories to tell from their previous vacations. To help you, or your students, start a conversation about travelling, we have put together this list of 30 questions about travel . If you want to print this list of questions and distribute them to your students, you can download a printable PDF at the bottom of the page. Let’s get started.

Questions About Travel

  • Have you ever visited another country?
  • Do you prefer to travel abroad or in your own country?
  • How many countries have you visited?
  • Do you like to travel alone?
  • Who do you usually travel with?
  • Do you like to fly when you travel?
  • What’s the longest flight you have ever been on?
  • What’s your favorite vacation memory?
  • What’s the strangest food you have every tried while travelling?
  • Have you ever stayed in a five star hotel?
  • What’s perfect length of a vacation?
  • Which countries would you never visit?
  • Do you prefer a beach vacation or a city break?
  • Have you ever flied business class?
  • Have you ever got lost while travelling in another country?
  • Has an airline ever lost your luggage?
  • Who’s the most interesting person you have met while travelling?
  • What would your dream holiday be like, if money was not an issue?
  • How do you plan a vacation?
  • What do you miss the most when you travel?
  • How many times a year do you travel?
  • Do you like to go on package holidays?
  • How much luggage do you take when you go on vacation?
  • Do you like to eat local food when you travel?
  • Do you prefer summer vacations or winter vacations?
  • Have you ever been on a camping vacation?
  • Do you like to travel by train?
  • Do you like to go sightseeing when you travel?
  • How do you entertain yourself on a long flight?
  • What’s something you can’t be without when you travel?

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A high-ranking member of India’s police brass and his wife won more than $2,000 in court because their lavish Singapore Airlines business-class seats would only manually recline and not do so automatically.

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Singapore Airlines had to pay up after a customer took them to court over their lavish business seats not automatically reclining.

Gupta and his wife, who had a layover in Singapore on their way to Perth, Australia, didn’t hold back about the “malfunctioning” seats in legal documents.

They wrote of the devastation that came with feelings of being relegated to the treatment of “economy class passengers” — sans the spacious extra legroom — per the Deccan Chronicle.

In a statement to The Independent , Singapore Airlines did confirm the “faulty” automatic recline ability in their seats — and how airline workers waited on the Guptas hand and foot over the issue.

Gupta described physical and mental anguish from the manually reclining seats in court papers.

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  1. 60 Travel Conversation Questions

    60 Travel Conversation Questions. Instead of having a long list of travel conversation questions, it is better to have them categorized to make everything easier. These are 60 travel conversation questions that have been divided into different categories such as: #1. Places. #2.

  2. 50 fun travel conversation questions

    Travel conversation questions 2 Before starting the discussion with this second set of questions, be sure the students are familiar with the terms - landscape, ecotourism, issue (problem), journey, baggage, and souvenir.

  3. ESL Holiday and Travel Lesson: Games, Activities, Lesson Plans

    ESL Travel and Holiday Activities. Here are the top ESL travel activities that you may want to try out with your students. #1: Plan a Trip. Have your students plan a dream vacation in English! Instead of researching in their first language, use Google in English. In order to practice writing, keep notes only in English.

  4. 70 travel conversation questions to practice your English

    70 travel conversation questions to practice your English. Practice your English speaking skills with these fun questions about travel. Use this list of travel conversation questions to help your students practice their English speaking skills. Almost everyone has a strong opinion or two on travel. Whether they love to travel by plane, train ...

  5. Travel Conversation Dialogues in English

    Travel Conversation Dialogues in English. Traveling exposes one to new sights, emotions, and experiences. Outings teach you a lot of things and modify your view on life. If you are fluent in English, you can go anywhere in the world and make many new acquaintances. Learn travel conversation dialogues as well as travel terminology to spice up ...

  6. Travel Conversation Lesson

    Reservation (n) - an arrangement whereby something, especially a seat or room, is booked or reserved for a particular person. Breakdown (n) - a mechanical failure. Travel Light (adj. phrase) - to travel without taking much baggage with you. Check in (phrasal verb) - arrive and register at an airport, station, or hotel.

  7. ESL Conversations: Travel

    1 Visiting a Travel Agent. 2 Making a Plane Reservation. 3 Booking a Flight Online. 4 Buying a Plane Ticket. 5 Making a Hotel Reservation. 6 Getting a Passport. 7 Luggage Limits. 8 Carry-on Luggage. 9 Dropping Off at the Airport. ... ESL: English as a Second Language ESL Fast. Share on Facebook; Share on Tweeter;

  8. Travel English: Vocabulary, phrases & expressions for traveling

    Standard or first class? ... English is often used in travel situations as a common language which many people can speak. This means that knowing some English phrases can make your trip safer and more fun, even if you're not traveling to a place where English is the official language. Travel is also an amazing reason to improve your English.

  9. ESL Conversation Questions

    Travel A Part of Conversation Questions for the ESL Classroom. Related: After a Vacation, Holidays. Have you ever been abroad? ... Do you prefer a budget or first class hotel? Why? Do you travel with a lot of baggage or do you like to travel light? What is your favorite method of travel at your destination? Train? Bus? Boat? Bicycle?

  10. Holidays and Travelling Conversation Class

    Holidays and Travelling Conversation Class. This lesson works well with a range of levels, from A2- C1. It can be used to practice for the FCE or CAE speaking exam collaborative task section. ... Then brainstorm different types of holidays and different ways to travel on the board. Project the pictures from the file above and elicit the ...

  11. Your English Pal

    To save time in class for the conversation activities, the English teacher can ask the students to watch the video below and answer the listening questions in Section 3 of the lesson plan at home. ... The video for this class is called "The Point of Travel" by The School of Life which views travel as a kind of therapy that can help us with ...

  12. Airport English: Conversation Lesson

    Airport English Conversation #3: On the plane. The people who work inside the airplane serving food and drinks are called flight attendants. Both men and women who have this job are called flight attendants. Listen to this conversation that Dan has with the flight attendant when dinner is served on the flight. 00:00.

  13. ESL Travel Conversation

    In this ESL travel conversation exercise you need to choose the correct option (A-D) to fill in each of the blanks in the following conversation. Once you have chosen the option to fill each blank just click on the get results button to show your score and the correct answers. Situation: Bob travels by bus to the city centre.

  14. Conversation Lesson: Travel

    The Travel Lesson. This lesson focuses mostly on speaking but I have included some vocabulary exercises and a potential reading too. The idea of this lesson is to get students talking a bit more deeply about travel rather than just the generic holiday stories. A lesson that compliments this one nicely is the advice lesson:cultural norms.

  15. 30 Conversation Questions About Travel

    To help you, or your students, start a conversation about travelling, we have put together this list of 30 questions about travel. If you want to print this list of questions and distribute them to your students, you can download a printable PDF at the bottom of the page. Let's get started.

  16. ESL Discussions: Conversation Questions: Speaking Lesson: TRAVEL

    ESL Conversation Lesson Questions: Free classroom handouts. English lesson on TRAVEL. Use for debates, discussions, speaking, conversations, independent learning and more. English Discussion on ... What are the pros and cons of traveling first class and backpacking? (7) Is travel helping the world? (8)

  17. TRAVEL ENGLISH/ENGLISH FOR TOURISTS

    AT THE HOTEL 1: Checking in. AT THE HOTEL 2: Checking in. AT THE HOTEL 3: Getting from the hotel into the city. AT THE HOTEL 4: Talking to someone at the reception desk. AT THE HOTEL 5: Making a reservation. AT THE HOTEL 6: Asking directions. AT THE HOTEL: Talking about what you like/don't like.

  18. Conversation Worksheets

    An ever-popular topic among students of all levels. This lesson focuses on developing fluency through a range of discussion questions, such as "How important is it for young people to visit other countries?" Ready-to-go conversation-based worksheets about travel - for ESL students. With Teachers Notes and answers.

  19. First Class Service to Moscow, or trip report

    British Airways | Executive Club - First Class Service to Moscow, or trip report - Hello everyone, I've been pondering over a trip with some friends to Moscow and was thinking of the First Class offering on the 747 service. Has anyone travelled on this since it started last month,? If so, any chance of a description or

  20. 21 Things to Know Before You Go to Moscow

    1: Off-kilter genius at Delicatessen: Brain pâté with kefir butter and young radishes served mezze-style, and the caviar and tartare pizza. Head for Food City. You might think that calling Food City (Фуд Сити), an agriculture depot on the outskirts of Moscow, a "city" would be some kind of hyperbole. It is not.

  21. Best Business class to Moscow

    TravelBuzz - Best Business class to Moscow - All, I am leaning on the combined wisdom of this group. I need to travel to Moscow in April. I can easily fly from EWR or PHL (I live in Philly). Looking for the most comfortable and reliable business class option. I would prefer to travel as far as possible on my first (over

  22. First Class Service to Moscow, or trip report

    British Airways | Executive Club - First Class Service to Moscow, or trip report - Originally Posted by moral_low_ground Just because they did extensive reseach doesn't mean they made the right decision. I am sure lots of people did a lot of research into the Club World product as it exists today and sadly they

  23. May travel hot list: Airline's new luxurious business class

    Collection May travel hot list: Airline's new luxurious business class. A major cabin revamp for one of Europe's biggest airlines and the billionaire transformation of a Queensland city are ...

  24. Advisory on EVA AIR flights affected by runway closure at San Francisco

    Due to partial runway closures at San Francisco International Airport from April 30th to May 3rd, EVA Air flights departing from San Francisco International Airport will be affected.

  25. Southwest Airlines may change its open seating and boarding policy

    Southwest Airlines is considering doing away with open, single-class seating on its aircraft. In an interview with CNBC, ahead of the airline's first-quarter earnings call on Thursday, CEO Bob ...

  26. How to Snag a First-Class Seat With Credit Card and Airline Points

    A last-minute first-class deal on Lufthansa, using frequent flier points, which he found during his trip. The layover in Frankfurt, featuring a chauffeur-driven ride from his plane to the airline ...

  27. The 5 Best Airlines For First Class In 2024

    Unfortunately, the carrier's Boeing 777-300ER only welcomes four first class passengers since its other long-haul aircraft, including the Airbus A350-900, A350-1000, A380, and Boeing 787-10 ...

  28. Passengers awarded thousands for 'mental agony' of 'malfunctioning

    A high-ranking member of India's police brass won over $2,000 in court because their Singapore Airlines business class seats on a flight would only manually recline and not do so automatically.

  29. Why vegetarian meals on airplanes are often so sad

    In 2023, a Japan Airlines passenger received a solitary banana with chopsticks for his vegan business-class breakfast. In March, Donna Zeigfinger, founder of Green Earth Travel , ordered a quinoa ...

  30. 2025 NFL Mock Draft: Shedeur Sanders, Travis Hunter headline way-too

    As always, the conversation will start with the quarterbacks, but as we sit here, there are no Caleb Williams-type prospects - though no one was talking up Jayden Daniels or J.J. McCarthy last ...