3a Match the following.
budgetairline
| ancient
| a) deal
| | boutique
| b) delights
| | carbon
| c) airline
| | last-minute
| d) footprint
| | gastronomic
| e) monuments
| budget | f) temperatures
| | organised
| g) hotel
| | baking
| h) excursions
| |
3b Now match collocations 1-8 to the correct category in Exercise 1.
3c What other collocations can you add to each category?
accommodation —► luxury hotel
Reading
4.Read the holiday brochure extracts. Which of the holidays listed would be suitable for the people
below? Discuss your ideas in pairs.
1 A wealthy older couple looking for a relaxing holiday.
2 An adventurous student of ecology with a limited budget.
3 A sporty group of friends in their 20s looking for fun and excitement.
4 A young professional couple who want peace and quiet.
5 A cultured holiday-maker interested in the environment.
4b Which holiday would you like? Why?
5a Match the brochure entries to one of the holiday types below. Some of the choices are not
needed.
| an adventure holiday, a city break, a cruise, a resort holiday, a sightseeing tour, a working holiday, a safari, a self-catering holiday, backpacking
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5b Can you add any other types of holiday to the list?
| A Spend seven nights exploring the Caribbean aboard a state-of-the-art vessel: ThePalladium. Offering the ultimate in five-star indulgence and boasting 11 decks, it still retains a unique and intimate atmosphere. Select a stateroom with balcony for awe-inspiring ocean views. With five restaurants to choose from, each meal is a gastronomic delight. In the evenings, choose from a comprehensive range of entertainment options. Pamper yourself with the wide variety of treatments available in the Palm Court Spa. Fully escorted excursions are available at each port of call. This is an experience not to be missed. Call now on...
| Last minute package deals
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| B Valentine's Day special: Weekends for two in Paris. Explore the famous sights of the city of love - the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Montmartre - and then sample the culinary skills of renowned Parisian chefs. Stylish boutique hotel in the heart of this chic, bustling capital. Unbeatable prices. For more info go to Earlybird.com.
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| CFeeling restless? Itchy feet? An active two weeks in New Zealand, including a week of escorted trekking with breathtaking views, the opportunity to bungee jump and try paragliding. Experience a variety of exotic landscapes with a visit to a volcano, glacier hiking and white-water rafting. Local specialities and hospitality as you've never experienced before. All flights and internal transfers included. DownUnder.com
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| DSriLankanOdyssey. Fullyguidedholidaystoexplorethe spectacular ancient monuments of an island rich in history. Enjoy baking temperatures, superb beaches and indulge in mouth-watering local delicacies prepared by top chefs. Our 'Green' hotels encourage visitors to calculate carbon emissions and will arrange for guests to plant trees if they want to offset their carbon footprint. Luxury holidays for the discerning and sophisticated traveller with an interest in sustainable development. An experience to savour. Flights not included. Single supplements apply. For further details go to Exped.com.
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| E7 nights on the picturesque Greek island of Kefalonia
(as seen in the film Captain Corelli's Mandolin) in an isolated, restored cottage. Experience the stunning views and secluded beaches and unwind in this off the beaten track location, far from the stresses and strains of the rat race. Steer clear of the tourist traps, recharge your batteries and return completely refreshed. All-inclusive deal. Special offer price includes flight (budget airline), accommodation, Jeep hire. Athena travel
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| FThe holiday of a lifetime. Ten nights in the Badumbas National Park. See the big game and get back to nature. Staying at the exclusive Masai Game Lodge with three-star facilities, you will also spend two nights under canvas out in the bush. Stunning flora and fauna. A visual feast of wildlife all experienced at close quarters, including lions, elephants and rhinos. Alltravel is in air-conditioned off-road vehicles. No single-room supplement. ZebraTourZ
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Vocabulary: multi-word verbs
6.Some tourists are talking about what they like to do on holiday. Complete the gaps in the sentences with the words in the box.
| Around away back down in of off (x2) up (x2)
|
1 'A holiday is all about getting________fromit all.'
2 'I just want time away from work when I feel I can really let my hair _______!
3 'I just love going somewhere new and soaking_______the atmosphere.'
4 'We live in a big city, although I grew upin the country, so getting_______to natureis important.'
5 'I love to blow a lot of money and reallylive it ______when I go on holiday noexpense spared.'
6 'We're keen on finding unusual places- going______the beaten track.'
7 'Steering clear_______ the tourist traps isour main priority when booking a holiday.'
8 'I don't really like to do very much onholiday. Just lounging_____ by the pool is
enough.'
9 'The main thing is to avoid getting ripped ______, so I try not to look like a tourist.'
10 'I love seeing new things and taking_______the sights.'
