2. Complete these sentences with the appropriate word or expression from A, B, C, or D.

   1. If I had enough money, I would like to go on a round-the-world ___________.
   A. trip	B. travel	C. excursion	D. sightseeing
   2. Make sure the train has stopped completely before you _____________.
   A. get down	B. get off	C. get away	D. get into
   3. I enjoyed my holiday, but couldn’t _____________ the heat.
   A. put up with	B. put down	C. put up	D. put away
   4. We couldn’t _________ our minds where to go for a holiday, so we stayed at home.
   A. make out	B. make do	C. make up	D. make over
   5. When I go on holiday, I like to ___________.
   A. take it simple	B. take it easy	C. take it relaxing	D. take it relaxed
   6. Last year, we went on a two-week __________ around the Mediterranean.
   A. cruising	B. cruiser	C. cruise	D. crew
   7. The accommodation on my last holiday was a bit ________.
   A. basic	B. base	C. basically	D. bass
   8. Don’t forget to make a ___________ for a room at least two weeks in advance.
   A. reserve	B. reserved	C. reserving	D. reservation
   9. The _____________ from London to Athens takes about tree hours.
   A. flying	B. fly	C. flight	D. flies
   10. We can’t stay at the hotel because there aren’t any _________.
   A. vacant	B. vacancy	C. vacate	D. vacancies
   11. I ____________ some brochures from the travel agent’s.
   A. picked off	B. picked up	C. picked on	D. picked out
   12. It takes twenty hours for the ship to get from England to Spain, so it might be a good idea to book a __________ on board.
   A. resort	B. cabin	C. chalet	D. hostel

3. Match the different types of holiday with the appropriate description 1 – 9 below. Be ready to define the words in bold and give their Russian equivalents.

All-inclusive holiday skiing holiday safari cruise adventure holiday package holiday sightseeing holiday camping holiday sailing holiday hiking holiday

1. We had a great time. I went white-water rafting, bungee-jumping, gliding, and I even learnt how to parachute!

2. This is a very popular kind of holiday. Basically, you pay for your flight, hotel, accommodation and airport transfers before you leave, and then all you need to worry about when you get to your chosen destination are day-to-day expences.

3. We found a sheltered spot in the corner of the site and started to set up our tent. Unfortunately, we discovered that we had left the pegs at home!

4. Our cabin was very cramped, but we didn’t mind too much as we spent most of our time on the deck and taking advantage of the ship’s restaurant’s, bars and other facilities.

5. We had a beautiful chalet at the foot of the slopes, and it was only a fifteen-minute cable-car journey to the top of the piste.

6. At dusk we came to a watering hole where the animals had gathered to drink. The guide told us to stay in the jeep for our own safety, and also to prevent us frightening off animals.

7. The youth hostel was basic but clean, as everybody had to take off their boots before going inside. Of course, after a long day marching over muddy fields, these were absolutely filthy.

8. We put on some warm clothes and a lifejacket and got onto the yacht. Unfortunately, we didn’t get any further than the harbour as there was no wind.

9. We spent a week in London and tried to see as much of it as possible; Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Trafalgar Square, you name it, we saw it. I must have taken hundreds of pictures.

10. We paid ₤850 for the holiday. That price included flights, transfers, accommodation at a resort, entertainment and all our food and drinks.

Travel Kit.

• Packing a bag is a kind of art, they say. Do you agree with that? In groups discuss what you should put into your travel bag (or backpack). Limit your choice by 10 things. Be ready to explain why you take this or that thing. Compare with the other groups’ ideas.

• Now complete the article written by an experienced traveller with the words and expressions provided. What do your lists have in common?

• Are there any requirements travel items must meet? What are they?

• What intangible items do you think are indispensable (essential) for one’s trip? Explain why.

Essential Items for a Trip Around The World

Packing for a long term trip around the world can be a challenge. The contents of your backpack should get you through a variety of climates, sustain you economically, be culturally sensitive, and should support a variety of physical activities without weighing you down.

Here are some items I’ve found to be indispensable during my travels.

1. _______________

A __________ and a wind/waterproof shell worn together or separately give you versatile options which provide protection from a variety of weather.

2. _______________

ATMs are becoming more available globally, making it easier than ever to get money in local currency while on the road. Try to have a couple _______ for different bank accounts (in case one doesn’t work). Be sure to investigate how much you will be charged by your bank for international withdrawals.

3. ________________

A compact yet sturdy ____________ not only keeps you dry, but can also protect your day pack from moisture. It makes a useful waterproof mat for sitting on wet surfaces.

4. _______________

A soft ___________ made from foldable fabric protects you from the sun and is easy to store. It may include a concealable mosquito net.

5. _______________

Wear them in grungy hotel showers or during tropical rainstorms when the streets are flooded. Use them as beach wear or for killing bugs. Flip flops work indoors when you are visiting countries where people remove outdoor shoes before entering homes.

6. _______________

Even if you don’t carry a ___________, bring a ______. This can be a lightweight silk __________ or an old bed sheet, folded and sewn into a sack. Use as a blanket on cold bus rides, a layer between your body and beds of dubious cleanliness, or for its original purpose (since it is easier to clean than a sleeping bag.)

7. ________________

Choose a _________ made of sturdy lightweight material. For women, this may be necessary when visiting places like mosques, Russian Orthodox churches, and more conservative Middle Eastern countries. It also can be used as a bag (tie the corners together), a neck scarf, a way to keep hair out of your face, protection from sand and dust (wrapped around nose and mouth), a window shade (for sunny car rides), and as a halter top.

8. _______________

Useful for protecting important documents that you are not carrying on your person. They can also protect electronic equipment, keep small pieces of clothing dry, or keep potentially leaky items (shampoo, lotion) from getting all over your luggage.

9. _______________

If you’re traveling around the world, chances are you want to document your travels. Be sure to pack extra memory, and a memory reader so you can occasionally burn photos onto CD/DVD and send an extra copy back home. You can also use a ____________ to store information, such as maps, documents, and other files.

10. ______________

I carry a Maglite in my day pack because one never knows when the electricity will go out or you’ll find yourself walking down a dark, potholed⁴ street.

11. ______________

You are going to be carrying a ____________ with you most of the time so make sure it has plenty of pockets (both internal and external), is strong, and provides comfortable straps. Consider getting one that can be folded up and stuffed into your regular backpack.

12. ______________

The Spartan model includes 2 knives, a pair of scissors, a can opener, a bottle opener, toothpick, tweezers⁵, awl⁶, and corkscrew – sufficient tools while traveling.

13. _____________

A ______________ keeps cash, cards, and passports safely concealed. You may want a second storage belt to keep smaller amounts of cash for daily purchases.

14. _____________

Long ________________ provides much needed warmth when traveling in colder climates.

15. _____________

Sure you can buy these anywhere but ______________ are good to have on hand. Make sure your pack includes needles, thread, and some dental floss. Repair heavier items (leather, backpacks) with dental floss. A needle can be used to remove splinters⁷, as well.

16. ______________

On my round-the-world trip, I took a regular towel and deeply regret it. An absorbent, fast drying ____________ will suit your needs. A ________ has the advantage of drying quickly while doubling up as clothing.

Choose quality items that will last your whole trip and don’t underestimate the importance of light-weight items. Backpacks get heavier as you travel so you will be happy that you spent a little extra upfront investing in lightweight, multipurpose gear.

1. Sarong or Travel Towel

2. Sewing Supplies

3. Thermal Underwear

4. Money Belt

5. Swiss Army Knife

6. Day Pack

7. Small Flashlight

8. Digital Camera

9. Waterproof Bags

10. Headscarf or Large Bandanna

11. Sleeping Bag Liner or Sheet Sack

12. Flip flops

13. Hat/Cap

14. Rain Poncho

15. Bank Card

16. Fleece and Jacket

1 custodian - a person who takes responsibility for taking care of or protecting smth: the museum’s custodians.

2 be (stuck) in a 'time warp - not having changed at all from a time in the past although everything else has.

3 (literary) resulting from strong feelings rather than careful thought

4 Pothole - a large rough hole in the surface of a road that is formed by traffic and bad weather.

5 Tweezers - a small tool with two long thin parts joined together at one end, used for picking up very small things or for pulling out hairs.

6 Awl - a small pointed tool used for making holes, especially in leather.

7 Splinter - a small thin sharp piece of wood, metal, glass, etc. that has broken off a larger piece.

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