Types of Travel | Travel Activities | Travel Essentials |
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Adventure Travel (Voyage d'aventure) (ad-VEN-cher TRAV-uhl)
Travel involving exciting or daring experiences. They went on an adventure travel trip to the Amazon. Business Trip (Voyage d'affaires) (BIZ-nis trip)
Travel undertaken for work purposes. She is away on a business trip to New York. Cultural Trip (Voyage culturel) (KUL-cher-uhl trip)
Travel focused on experiencing the culture of a place. We took a cultural trip to Italy to see historical sites. Ecotourism (Écotourisme) (EE-koh-TOO-riz-uhm)
Responsible travel to natural areas, conserving the environment. Ecotourism helps protect endangered species. Backpacking (Voyage sac à dos) (BAK-pak-ing)
Traveling on a budget, carrying belongings in a backpack. He went backpacking across Southeast Asia. Cruise (Croisière) (krooz)
A holiday spent travelling on a ship and calling at several places. They booked a cruise to the Caribbean. Road Trip (Voyage en voiture) (rohd trip)
A journey made by car. We are planning a road trip across the country. Solo Travel (Voyage en solo) (SOH-loh TRAV-uhl)
Traveling alone. She enjoys the freedom of solo travel. Group Tour (Voyage de groupe) (groop toor)
Organized travel with a group of people. We joined a group tour of Europe. Staycation (Vacances à la maison) (stay-KAY-shun)
A holiday spent in one's home country rather than abroad. This year, we are having a staycation. |
Sightseeing (Faire du tourisme) (SYT-see-ing)
Visiting interesting places and tourist attractions. We spent the day sightseeing in the city. Hiking (Randonnée) (HYKE-ing)
Walking in the countryside for pleasure or exercise. They went hiking in the mountains. Exploring (Explorer) (ik-SPLOR-ing)
Discovering new places. We enjoyed exploring the old town. Trying local cuisine (Goûter la cuisine locale) (TRY-ing LOH-kuhl kwee-ZEEN)
Sampling the food of the region. Trying local cuisine is one of the best parts of traveling. Visiting museums (Visiter des musées) (VIZ-it-ing myoo-ZEE-uhmz)
Going to places that display exhibits. We spent the afternoon visiting museums. Relaxing on the beach (Se détendre sur la plage) (ri-LAKS-ing on thuh beech)
Spending leisure time by the sea. They are relaxing on the beach in Bali. Shopping for souvenirs (Acheter des souvenirs) (SHOP-ing for SOO-vuh-neerz)
Buying items to remember a trip. We went shopping for souvenirs before leaving. Taking photographs (Prendre des photos) (TAYK-ing FOH-tuh-grafs)
Capturing memories with a camera. He spent the whole trip taking photographs. Meeting locals (Rencontrer des habitants) (MEET-ing LOH-kuhlz)
Interacting with people who live in the area. Meeting locals gave us a better understanding of the culture. Learning a new language phrase (Apprendre une nouvelle expression linguistique) (LUR-ning uh noo LANG-gwij frayz)
Picking up some words in the local language. I tried learning a new language phrase every day. |
Passport (Passeport) (PAS-port)
Official document for international travel. Don't forget to pack your passport. Suitcase (Valise) (SOOT-case)
A large bag used for carrying clothes and personal belongings. I packed my suitcase the night before. Tickets (Billets) (TIK-its)
Documents allowing entry or travel. Make sure you have your flight tickets. Travel Insurance (Assurance voyage) (TRAV-uhl in-SHOOR-uhns)
Insurance that covers risks associated with traveling. It's important to get travel insurance. Adapter (Adaptateur) (uh-DAP-ter)
Device for using electronic devices in different countries. I need a power adapter for my phone. Map (Carte) (map)
A visual representation of an area. We used a map to navigate the city. Phrasebook (Guide de conversation) (FRAYZ-book)
A book containing useful phrases in a foreign language. I bought a phrasebook to help with communication. Comfortable shoes (Chaussures confortables) (KUM-fer-tuh-bul shooz)
Footwear suitable for walking long distances. Bring comfortable shoes for all the walking. Medication (Médicaments) (med-i-KAY-shun)
Drugs used to treat or prevent illness. Don't forget to pack your medication. Camera (Appareil photo) (KAM-uh-ruh)
Device for taking photographs. I brought my camera to capture the scenery. |
Word | Learned |
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Adventure Travel | |
Business Trip | |
Cultural Trip | |
Ecotourism | |
Backpacking | |
Cruise | |
Road Trip | |
Solo Travel | |
Group Tour | |
Staycation | |
Sightseeing | |
Hiking | |
Exploring | |
Trying local cuisine | |
Visiting museums | |
Relaxing on the beach | |
Shopping for souvenirs | |
Taking photographs | |
Meeting locals | |
Learning a new language phrase | |
Passport | |
Suitcase | |
Tickets | |
Travel Insurance | |
Adapter | |
Map | |
Phrasebook | |
Comfortable shoes | |
Medication | |
Camera |