Unit 4: A2 Vocabulary—Travel and Tourism
Plane
Definition: A vehicle designed for air travel, with wings and one or more engines.
Example: “I flew on a plane to Paris last summer.”
Train
Definition: A series of connected vehicles traveling on railways.
Example: “We took a train from London to Edinburgh.”
Bus
Definition: A large motor vehicle carrying passengers by road.
Example: “The bus to the city center leaves every 15 minutes.”
Car
Definition: A road vehicle, typically with four wheels, powered by an internal combustion engine.
Example: “We rented a car to drive around the island.”
Bicycle
Definition: A vehicle composed of two wheels held in a frame, one behind the other.
Example: “Riding a bicycle is a great way to explore the town.”
Boat
Definition: A small vessel for traveling over water.
Example: “We took a boat tour to see the nearby islands.”
Motorcycle
Definition: A two-wheeled vehicle that is powered by a motor and has no pedals.
Example: “He rides his motorcycle to work every day.”
Subway
Definition: An underground electric railway.
Example: “The subway is the fastest way to get around the city.”
Taxi
Definition: A car licensed to transport passengers in return for payment.
Example: “We took a taxi from the airport to our hotel.”
Airport
Definition: A complex of runways and buildings for the takeoff, landing, and maintenance of aircraft.
Example: “We arrived at the airport two hours before our flight.”
Station
Definition: A place where trains or buses regularly stop so passengers can get on and off.
Example: “We waited for our train at the main station.”
Ticket
Definition: A piece of paper or electronic document giving the holder a certain right, especially to enter a place, travel by public transport, etc.
Example: “I bought a ticket for the concert online.”
Luggage
Definition: Suitcases or other bags in which to pack personal belongings for traveling.
Example: “Make sure you don’t forget your luggage at the airport.”
Passport
Definition: An official document issued by a government, certifying the holder’s identity and citizenship and entitling them to travel under its protection to and from foreign countries.
Example: “You need a passport to travel internationally.”
Hotel
Definition: An establishment providing accommodations, meals, and other services for travelers and tourists.
Example: “We stayed at a beautiful hotel near the beach.”
Hostel
Definition: An inexpensive lodging place for travelers, often with shared rooms and facilities.
Example: “The hostel was a great option for our budget trip.”
Tourist
Definition: A person who is traveling or visiting a place for pleasure.
Example: “The city is full of tourists during the summer.”
Beach
Definition: A pebbly or sandy shore, especially by the ocean between high- and low-water marks.
Example: “We spent the whole day relaxing on the beach.”
Mountains
Definition: Large natural elevations of the earth’s surface rising abruptly from the surrounding level.
Example: “They went hiking in the mountains last weekend.”
Museum
Definition: A building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited.
Example: “We visited the art museum in the afternoon.”
City
Definition: A large town.
Example: “New York City is known for its skyscrapers and bustling streets.”
Village
Definition: A group of houses and associated buildings, larger than a hamlet and smaller than a town.
Example: “They live in a small village in the countryside.”
Island
Definition: A piece of land surrounded by water.
Example: “We took a ferry to the nearby island.”
Cruise
Definition: A voyage on a ship or boat taken for pleasure or as a holiday and usually calling in at several places.
Example: “They went on a Mediterranean cruise for their honeymoon.”
Sightseeing
Definition: The activity of visiting places of interest in a particular location.
Example: “We spent the day sightseeing and taking photos of the landmarks.”