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the act of leaving a place

“The departure time changed because of heavy rain.”

the place where someone is going

“Da Nang is a popular holiday destination.”

bags used for carrying things while travelling

“Her luggage was checked at the airport.”

a period of waiting caused by a problem

“There was a two-hour delay before boarding.”

a place to stay, especially while travelling

“The package includes flights and accommodation.”

a plan of places to visit on a trip

“Our itinerary includes two days in Hue.”

an arrangement to keep a seat, room, or ticket

“I made a hotel reservation online.”

something bought to remember a place

“She bought a small souvenir at the airport.”

the process of getting onto a plane, train, or bus

“Boarding for the flight to Chicago will begin in twenty minutes.”

the act of reaching a place

“We celebrated her arrival at the airport with balloons and flowers.”

a building where passengers arrive or depart

“We arrived at the airport terminal two hours before our flight.”

the place where passengers wait for a train

“The train to Boston departs from platform four.”

the area where passengers board a plane

“Our flight is boarding at gate twenty-three.”

an official document used for international travel

“Make sure your passport is valid before you travel abroad.”

official permission to enter or stay in a country

“He applied for a visa before his trip to India.”

the place where luggage is checked when entering a country

“We had to declare our items at customs before leaving the airport.”

a line of people waiting for something

“We waited in a long queue at the ticket counter.”

the price paid for a journey

“The train fare to the city center was cheaper than expected.”

the way from one place to another

“The scenic route took us along the coast.”

a change from one vehicle or service to another

“Our transfer to the next flight only took twenty minutes.”

a transport service that continues a journey

“We only had twenty minutes to catch our connection in Frankfurt.”

the process of registering before a flight or hotel stay

“Check-in for the flight opens two hours before departure.”

a document that allows a passenger to board

“He couldn't find his boarding pass and started to panic at the gate.”

a small bag taken onto a plane

“She packed her laptop in her carry-on for the flight.”

a bag carried on the back

“He carried all his gear in a large backpack.”

the money used in a country

“You'll need to exchange your currency before you leave the airport.”

to change one currency for another

“I need to exchange some dollars for euros before the trip.”

to find the way to a place

“We used a map app to navigate through the unfamiliar streets.”

to travel around a place to learn about it

“We spent the afternoon exploring the old town's narrow streets.”

to reserve a ticket, room, or service

“I need to book a hotel room for next weekend.”

to stop an arranged plan from happening

“They had to cancel their flight because of the storm.”

to move something to a later time

“They decided to postpone the trip until next month.”

to leave a place

“Our flight departs from gate twelve in an hour.”

to reach a place

“Our flight is scheduled to arrive at six in the evening.”

to walk around without a fixed route

“We wandered through the market with no particular destination in mind.”

to put things into a bag for travel

“I need to pack my suitcase before we leave tomorrow.”

to take things out of a bag

“After the trip, she unpacked her suitcase right away.”

to get onto a plane, train, ship, or bus

“Passengers began to board the plane at gate twelve.”

officially accepted and usable

“Your passport must be valid for at least six months to travel.”

belonging to a particular area

“We ate at a local restaurant recommended by the hotel staff.”

going without changing vehicles or routes

“This is a direct flight to London without any stops.”

having beautiful natural views

“The scenic route through the mountains is worth the extra time.”

full of people

“The train was so crowded that I couldn't find a seat.”

far away from towns or cities

“They built a cabin in a remote area far from the city.”

in or to another country across the sea

“She's planning an overseas trip to visit her family in Australia.”

within one country

“I booked a domestic flight from London to Edinburgh.”

unable to find the right place or direction

“We got lost trying to find our hotel in the old town.”

not far away

“There's a grocery store nearby on the corner.”

in or to another country

“Use abroad when you need to speak more naturally.”

for a limited period of time

“Use temporarily when you need to speak more naturally.”

a company that carries passengers by plane

“The airline cancelled our flight because of the storm.”

a place where planes arrive and leave

“Our flight departs from the airport at noon.”

a document that allows travel

“I already booked my ticket for the morning train to Boston.”

the act of travelling from one place to another

“The journey took eight hours by train.”

a short journey to a place

“We took a quick trip to the coast last weekend.”

a journey during which several places are visited

“We booked a walking tour of the old city.”

a person travelling for pleasure

“The beach was crowded with tourists during the summer holidays.”

a person who shows visitors around

“Our guide showed us hidden streets that most tourists never see.”

a drawing that shows places and roads

“I pulled out a map to find the quickest route to the hotel.”

a prepared route for vehicles

“The road to the coast was narrow and winding.”

a wide public road for fast travel

“We drove down the highway for three hours to reach the coast.”

vehicles moving on roads

“Traffic was heavy on the highway during rush hour.”

a machine used to carry people or goods

“A van is a useful vehicle for moving large items.”

a two-wheeled vehicle moved by pedals

“He rode his bicycle through the park on Saturday morning.”

a two-wheeled vehicle with an engine

“He rode his motorcycle to work every day.”

a car that carries passengers for payment

“We took a taxi from the station to the hotel.”

a large vehicle carrying passengers by road

“She took the bus to the airport instead of driving.”

a line of connected railway cars

“The train pulled into the station right on time.”

a boat carrying people or vehicles

“The ferry carries cars and passengers across the channel daily.”

a holiday journey on a large ship

“They booked a cruise through the Mediterranean for their anniversary.”

a place that provides rooms for travellers

“We booked a hotel near the airport for our early flight tomorrow.”

a low-cost place offering shared rooms

“We stayed in a cheap hostel near the train station during our trip.”

a space in a building for staying

“I booked a room with a view of the garden.”

the entrance area of a hotel or building

“We agreed to meet in the hotel lobby at noon.”

a small object used to open a lock

“I lost the key to my hotel room and had to get another one.”

a place that many visitors want to see

“The old cathedral has become the city's main tourist attraction.”

a building where important objects are displayed

“We spent the afternoon looking at ancient artifacts in the museum.”

an area of sand beside the sea

“We spent the whole afternoon relaxing on the beach.”

a very high natural area of land

“The hikers climbed the mountain early in the morning.”

land surrounded by water

“We took a ferry to the island for our summer vacation.”

a small group of houses in the countryside

“The small village has only one shop and a post office.”

the main city of a country

“Paris is the capital of France and attracts millions of tourists.”

the line separating two countries or areas

“We crossed the border into Canada around noon.”

to go from one place to another

“We travel to the countryside every summer to visit relatives.”

to go to a place for a short time

“I want to visit the museum before it closes at six.”

to remain in a place

“We decided to stay in a small hotel near the beach.”

to pay to use something for a period

“We decided to rent a car for the week to explore the region.”

to control a car or other vehicle

“He drives on the left side of the road in the UK.”

to travel through the air

“We're going to fly to Chicago next Tuesday for the conference.”

to travel on water by boat

“They plan to sail across the bay this afternoon if the weather stays calm.”

to move from one side to another

“We had to cross the busy street to reach the station.”

to go in the same direction as a route

“Just follow the main road and you'll reach the town center.”

to arrive too late for transport

“We almost missed our train because of the traffic.”

protected from danger or harm

“The neighborhood felt safe even late at night.”

from another country

“The shop sells foreign chocolate bars from all over Europe.”

in or near the middle of a place

“The hotel is in a central location near all the main attractions.”

a case used for carrying clothes while travelling

“She packed her suitcase the night before her business trip.”

a tool that shows direction

“I used a compass to make sure we were heading north.”

a small book giving information about a place

“I picked up a brochure about local hiking trails at the hotel front desk.”

a well-known feature that helps identify a place

“The Eiffel Tower is a famous landmark that visitors see first.”