| Level: | Topic: | Speakers: | Length: |
| intermediate | vacation plans | man – woman | 01:49 |
Pre-Listening Exercise
Many people travel to new places during their summer vacations. Some go on cruises; other people visit the beach. However, other people like to spend time near home and just relax where they are. How about you? What are some activities you like to do during your vacations?
Idioms
“drive someone up the wall” = to annoy or bother someone a lot
“My brother kept talking in his sleep during our vacation, and that drove me up the wall.”
“hit the road” = to begin or start your travel
“Hey. We need to hit the road before 5:00 a.m. if we want to arrive at mom’s house by noon.”
Listening Exercise
A. Listen to the recording and answer the questions.
Vocabulary Practice
Do the vocabulary quizzes with the words from the conversation for more practice:
Post-Listening Exercise
Describe a vacation you took by yourself or with family and friends. Where did go and what did you do? What did you enjoy most about the trip?
Online Investigation
Use the Internet to find a good place to take a vacation and find information to answer these questions:
- What place did you choose to research?
- What is the best way to get there and how much does it cost to travel?
- What are two places to stay in this area (e.g., hotel, bed and breakfast, campground, etc.) and how much does it cost each night?
- What activities are available nearby? How much do these attractions cost?