An ideal way of travelling

1. Practise saying, translate and learn the vocabulary:

package holiday

camping holiday

beach holiday

safari

water sports holiday

ski resort

guided tours

to go abroad

to look for unforgettable holiday

to like exotic places

ancient architecture

to try local cuisine

to visit famous landmarks

rare birds

luxurious hotels

beachfront hotels

tropical rainforests

hotel facilities

adventure/adventurous,

accommodation,

incredible view,

in style,

on the beach,

to pack suitcase,

shoulder bag,

to travel by bus/plane/bike,

to go on foot,

to book the holiday,

to get on the bus,

to miss the plane,

to ride the bike,

to catch the train

2. Read and translate the text using dictionary if necessary ways of holiday-making

Modern life is impossible without travelling. To begin with most of us in big cities travel every day to our schools, offices and factories. For some people it is quite a trek to get from home to work. They go by underground or they take a taxi. From time to time we have to go to another city or country on business.

Millions of people all over the world spend their holidays travel­ling. They may go abroad to see other countries and continents, modern cities and the ruins of ancient towns, they travel to enjoy picturesque places or just for a change of scene.

People say there's nothing to compare with a camping holiday. Per­sonally I think it's only for the young, who love the outdoors and look for action and adventure. This sort of holiday teaches the young how to survive.

A walking holiday, in good weather with a pleasant companion or two, will do you more good than any other. Select your shoes carefully. Your shoulder bag should contain a change of everything.

The seaside is good for most people, but definitely bad for some. Take the sun and the sea gradually, and don't stay on the beach for too long. It's a good idea to have a hobby or interest at the sea­side. Take a skin diving mask and see how many sorts of fish you can find. Walk along the beach collecting shells or interesting pebbles. There is nothing better for giving you vitality and energy to keep you going through the winter.

A winter holiday is probably even better for you than a summer one.

You need it more at that time of year. Once you learn to ski.

There are many other things to do besides skiing. Skating is amusing, and not all that difficult to learn. You can walk on snowshoes, and the mountains are particularly lovely when you get away from the crowded ski slopes.

It is even easier to sunburn in the snow than on the beach, so be care­ful, but do get some sun - it will keep you healthier for the rest of the winter.

3.Cross out the word that does not fit:

Hotel facilities: tennis court, swimming pool, laundry service, snack bar, suit-case

Weather: warm, hot, wet, rainy, boring

Things: toothpaste, scissors, credit card, maps, car

Person: upset, disappointed, fed up, pleased, angry

Means of transport: train, plane, car, helicopter, taxi, apartment

Sceners: spectacular, beautiful, various, unforgettable, kindly