Types of Travel Travel Activities Travel Essentials
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
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