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to take off

the action of becoming airborne

The plane about to  take off from Nice, heading for Luton airport.

plane

an airplane

An hour later than planned, the plane took off.

low-cost air travel

travel via airline that generally has lower fares and fewer comforts

Bradford International Airport is served by many operators including low-cost airlines

check-in

the place where travellers report to on arrival at the airport

You can still use self check-in if you are travelling with hold luggage.

voyage

long journey usually involving travel by sea

Tasman made several voyages to the Far East.

ship

a large boat that carries passengers or goods by sea

The wooden ship took fifteen days to make the crossing to America.

to sail

travel in a boat with sails, especially as a sport or recreation

There are many lakes and rivers where you may fish, canoe or sail.

sailboat

a boat propelled by sails

I also have a 30-foot cruising sailboat.

port

a town or city with a harbor where ships load or unload

Because our town is a port, and because it has two rivers, there are often many people from other lands here.

ferry

a boat or ship for conveying passengers and goods, especially over a relatively short distance and as a regular service

We caught the overnight ferry from Birkenhead to Belfast.

cruise-ship

a passenger ship used for pleasure voyages

The distinction between ocean liners and cruise ships has blurred, particularly with respect to deployment.

boat

a small vessel propelled on water by oars, sails, or an engine

There is also boats available for hire.

subway

underground railway system

The New York City subway system is one of the world’s largest.

underground

underground railway system

The London underground is like a moving public thoroughfare.

tube

the underground system in London

It’s in a quiet residential area close to the tube.

train

a series of connected railway vehicles pulled by a locomotive

London is 80 minutes away by shuttle service, with trains every 30 minutes.

traffic

vehicles moving on roads

Summer holidays often mean hours stuck in traffic in a hot car.

road

a path for vehicles to drive on

Follow the road down to Clanbrassil Street.

railway

a track made of parallel bars on which trains run

Probably the most famous landmark along the railway is Ribblehead Viaduct with its 24 arches.

hike

a walk outdoors for pleasure

Take a hike on some of these tracks.

camp

a place with tents or other shelters for people holidaying or travelling

The tour involves staying in camps in the mountains.

vacation

a period of time away from work, especially in which one travels; holiday

We found that people were taking fewer vacations and spending more time in one destination.

trip

a journey or visit somewhere

My wife Jen and I visited Borneo in March 2004, as part of a longer trip including Thailand and Nepal.

travel agent

the person working in company that provides travel and tourism related services to the public

Travelers really need travel agents for complex trips.

travel

the action of traveling, typically abroad

International travel, was catastrophically affected by the September 11th attacks on New York.

tourist

a person who is traveling or visiting a place for pleasure

Many areas have important natural features which serve to attract  tourists.

suitcase

a case with a handle and a hinged lid, used for carrying clothes and other personal possessions

She has a whole suitcase of shoes.

sightseeing

the activity of visiting places of interest as a tourist

The members took us sightseeing in the Yellowstone National Park

route

a way or course taken in getting from a starting point to a destination

The driver must take you to your destination by the shortest possible route.

passenger

somebody who travels in a vehicle, aircraft, train, or vessel but is not the driver or a member of its crew

Rail passengers in Germany have to deal with unreliable timetables

motel

a roadside hotel designed primarily for motorists

We found a motel on the other side of Mississippi

luggage

suitcases and bags used when travelling

He has no luggage, no passport, just the clothes on his back

to go camping

the activity of going to a place with tents or other shelters for people holidaying or travelling

Find a rock every time you go camping and write a memory on it.

journey

a short, easy, or routine trip from one place to another

How long is the train journey?

hotel

an establishment providing accommodations, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists

We will make all your hotel bookings and arrange the tour for you.

hostel

cheap hotel

It is widely known the fact that hostels are cheaper than hotels.

to book

to make a reservation or registration

During the course of one week four hundred guests were booked into a hotel.

to go sightseeing

to visit places of interest in a particular location

On Saturday I took the opportunity to go sightseeing.

excursion

an organized trip, often one that is part of a holiday a leisure activity

During the trip the pupils will go on several excursions.

destination

the place where someone or something is going

It took us five days to reach our destination, Ban Pong , 30 miles north of Bangkok.

to go abroad

to visit a foreign country or countries

In order to go abroad, one has to start from the scratch and work accordingly.

ticket

a piece of paper or small card that gives the holder a certain right, especially to enter a place, travel by public transport, or participate in an event

There is no booking fee when you buy tickets in person at the galleries.

guide

a person who shows others the way

He began his journey to the ruin of ancient Loulan City, accompanied by five cameramen and two local guides.

locals

a local person

Talking with locals is a great way of really getting to know a new place

getting to know

learn, find out

I love seeing the world and getting to know it’s people.

countryside

the land and scenery of a rural area

In the Chinese countryside, nobody seems to know where anything is.

scuba diving

the sport or pastime of swimming underwater using scuba gear

Stav and I are off to Sharm to go scuba diving and lounging around in the sun.

to get lost

unable to find one’s way; not knowing one’s whereabout

Touring motorcyclists are supposed to get lost.

incredible adventure activities

impossible to believe

I will never forget incredible adventure activities we experienced during the trip.

indigenous peoples

first peoples, aboriginal peoples, native peoples, occurring naturally in a particular place

New Zealand recognises its indigenous people in its constitution.

dangerous places

hazardous places, likely to cause harm

it’s a good idea to know how to behave and what not to do when traveling to dangerous places

tropical islands

Islands with extremely hot climate, situated in the regions of the world that lie between the tropics

Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest reef covered with hundreds of unique tropical islands

exciting

causing one to feel great enthusiasm and eagerness

Nottingham is a vibrant and exciting city, recently voted the third best shopping city in the UK

fantastic

extraordinarily good or attractive

head all the way to the top for a fantastic view of the city.

foreign

from, in, characteristic of or of another country

Touring motorcyclists are supposed to get lost.

overseas

from, to, or relating to a foreign country, especially one across the sea

Earnings from overseas visitors contributed more than £ 3 billion to the economy

memorable

noteworthy or pleasurable and therefore likely to be remembered

At any time of year, a visit to Durlston is a memorable experience.

cross-country

across a region or country

Cross-country travel allows you to see the beauty of this country

tiring

making one feel tired

It has been a tiring journey, and I shall sleep well tonight.

pleasant

giving a sense of happy satisfaction or enjoyment

In the afternoon we took a walk – just long enough to feel a pleasant tiredness

hike

noun

Take a hike on some of these tracks.

hiking

noun

I am a teacher in a local high school and our hobbies include hiking and photography .

safe

adjective

Australians experience a safe lifestyle.

safety

noun

When travelling near crocodile habitats, observe safety signs and don’t swim in rivers.

safely

adjective

You can safely enjoy New Zealand’s unique landscapes.