Travel and Vacation: English Vocabulary List

to hike or travel carrying one's clothes, etc. in a backpack

"She backpacked through Europe for six months."

"After graduating from university she decided to backpack across Europe for three months with only a small bag and very little money."

a small hotel or guesthouse that provides the residents with a resting place and breakfast

"We stayed at a bed and breakfast."

"We stayed at a lovely bed and breakfast during our holiday in the countryside last summer."

a book typically small, with information, images, and details about a product, service, organization, or event

"Read the brochure."

"The travel brochure provided detailed information about the destinations and recommended activities for tourists."

having a price that a person can pay without experiencing financial difficulties

"The rent is affordable."

"The apartment is affordable for a young couple because the rent is much lower than other places in the neighborhood."

an outdoor fire that is typically built at a campsite for warmth, cooking, etc.

"The campfire burned."

"We gathered around the warm campfire, sharing stories and roasting marshmallows under the starry sky."

not inside a building or enclosed space

"We went outdoors."

"After being indoors all day, we decided to enjoy the fresh air and play outdoors."

a plastic card that works magnetically and is used instead of a typical door key

"Use the keycard to enter."

"The hotel keycard is required to access your room and the amenities."

the process of arriving at a location such as an airport, a hotel, etc., and reporting one's presence

"Hotel check-in is at three."

"Please complete your check-in at the counter before proceeding to the gate."

the counter or the front desk in a hotel, hospital, etc. where visitors or guests can check in, receive assistance, etc.

"Go to the reception desk."

"The receptionist at the reception desk will help you with your booking."

the receptionist of a hotel, who is responsible for greeting and assisting visitors, answering phones, etc.

"The desk clerk is helpful."

"The friendly desk clerk efficiently handled all the guest inquiries and requests."

a journey that is completed within a single day, without requiring an overnight stay

"We planned a day trip."

"The day trip to the nearby island was a perfect escape from the city."

a man working in a hotel, building, etc. who lets visitors in and helps them find a taxi

"The doorman opened the door."

"The doorman politely opened the car door and welcomed the arriving guests."

a specific area in a building, like a hotel or office, where one checks in, gets help, or asks questions

"Ask at the front desk."

"Please report to the front desk upon your arrival to collect your room key."

someone whose job is taking tourists to interesting locations

"The tour guide showed us around the ancient ruins."

"The tour guide explained the history of the ancient castle in great detail to the group of interested tourists."

a place or building that provides cheap food and accommodations for visitors

"The youth hostel was cheap and clean."

"The budget traveler stayed at a cheap hostel rather than an expensive hotel to save money."

a small refrigerator in a hotel room with different types of drinks or snacks inside

"The minibar has drinks."

"The hotel minibar offered a selection of snacks and beverages for purchase."

suitcases, bags, etc. to keep one's clothes and other belongings while traveling

"My luggage is heavy."

"Please ensure all your luggage is properly stowed before the aircraft departs."

someone who enters a place, such as a building, city, or website, for a particular purpose

"A visitor arrived today."

"The visitor was given a map and information about the local attractions."

to lie or sit in the sun in order to darken one's skin

"They sunbathe by pool."

"She loves to sunbathe on the beach, enjoying the warm summer rays."

a duration during which someone remains in a place

"Our stay was pleasant."

"We enjoyed our short stay at the charming countryside inn."

an area by the sea, especially one at which people spend their holiday

"We love the seaside."

"The family rented a house by the seaside for their summer vacation."

a journey, typically for observing and photographing wild animals in their natural habitat, especially in African countries

"They went on safari."

"The documentary captured breathtaking footage from their unforgettable safari adventure in the Serengeti."

a small house, particularly one that is situated in the countryside or a village

"The cottage is charming."

"They rented a cozy cottage nestled in the rolling hills for a peaceful getaway."

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

"We enjoy our holiday."

"This year's holiday was a much-needed break filled with relaxation, exploration, and joyful family activities."

the arrangement made in advance to reserve a hotel room, ticket, etc.

"The booking is made."

"We need to confirm the booking for our flight tickets before the prices increase further."

to make a temporary home or shelter, usually outdoors or in the wild

"We will camp near the river."

"We plan to camp near the lake this summer so we need to buy a new tent and some warm sleeping bags for the cold nights."

a room that is designed for two people

"This is a double."

"We requested a double room with two large beds for our anniversary trip."

a hotel room in which three or four people can stay and sleep, usually for parents and their children

"This is a family room."

"The hotel offers a spacious family room that can comfortably accommodate four people."

an arrangement in which two groups or people from different countries do each other's jobs or visit each other

"This is an exchange."

"The student exchange program allows for a cultural immersion experience like no other."

to visit places one has never seen before

"We will explore the ancient ruins."

"The young couple decided to explore the old abandoned castle on the hill even though the locals warned them that it might be haunted."

a hotel room designed for one person

"This is a single."

"He booked a single room at the quiet inn for his business trip."

places that tourists are interested in, particularly those with historical, cultural, or natural significance

"What a sight!"

"The ancient ruins were a breathtaking sight, rich with historical significance."

to travel around a place, especially for pleasure

"We will tour the city."

"The tourists decided to tour the ancient ruins and learn about their fascinating history."