UNIT 8: TOURISM

GETTING STARTED

You’ve got a nice tan

1. Listen and read.

Tom: Hi, An.

An: Hi, Tom. You've got a nice tan.

Tom: Well, I've just got back from Bali.

An: Bali? Where is it?

Tom: It's in Indonesia. My family flew there for a holiday, and we spent most of the time on the beach. That's how I got this tan.

An: Awesome. Tell me more about Bali.

Tom: Sure. It's an ideal destination for holidaymakers, especially those who love the sea.

An: It must be beautiful!

Tom: Very. It's well-known for its natural beauty, sunny beaches, and terraced fields.

An: Is it expensive to travel there?

Tom: Not really. My father was able to buy cheap air tickets and rent a cheap accommodation. He usually uses travel apps for our domestic and international

An: Where did you stay?

Tom: We stayed in a three-star hotel which is just a ten-minute walk from the sea. Have you been somewhere for holiday?

An: Yeah. Last year my family traveled to Da Nang. We ate different types of local food, and they all were so delicious. My brother said it was a perfect destination for food tourists.

Tom: Yes, I love food tourism, too. There are also other types of tourism like

shopping tourism or sports tourism.

An: I didn't know that. Well, I'll try one of those someday.

2. Read the conversation again and tick (✔) T (True) or F (False).

Answer:

1. T - Tom and An are talking about their holidays.

Explanation:

Tom: "Well, I've just got back from Bali." (He talks about his holiday)

An: "Yeah. Last year my family traveled to Da Nang." (She talks about her family trip)

2. F - Bali is especially interesting for mountain lovers.

Explanation:Tom: Very. It's well-known for its natural beauty, sunny beaches, and terraced field

3. T - People can use online apps for booking tickets and accommodation.

Explanation:

Tom: "He usually uses travel apps for our domestic and international”.

4. F - An did not enjoy some of Da Nang's local food.

Explanation:

An: "We ate different types of local food, and they all were so delicious."

5. T - Tom mentions some types of tourism

Explanation:

Tom: "...There are also other types of tourism like shopping tourism or sports tourism."

3. Match a word in A with a word in B as in the conversation.

Answer:

1 - c - ideal destination

2- d - natural beauty

3- e - domestic tourism

4 - a - shopping holiday

5 - b - local food

4. Complete the sentences with the words and phrases from the box.

1. If you go on.______________animals in their natural habitat.

2. Noi Bai Airport has two terminals: one for international flights and one for_________ flights.

3. You should learn how to use__________for booking transportation and

accommodation.

4.___________is travelling to watch a sports event.

5. Japan is a must-go.__________ for me.

Answer:

1. safari - If you go on a safari, you'll see animals in their natural habitat.

2. domestic - Noi Bai Airport has two terminals: one for international flights and one for domestic flights.

3. online apps - You should learn how to use online apps for booking transportation and accommodation.

4. Sports tourism - Sports tourism is travelling to watch a sports event.

5. destination - Japan is a must-go destination for me.

5. QUIZ How much do you know about tourism in Viet Nam?

Work in pairs. Discuss and write the names of the places next to the sentences.

1. This ancient city in central Viet Nam used to be the capital of our country.______

2. This city in the South is famous for its floating market._______

3. This central highland city usually holds a Flower Festival in December.______

4. This northern province has a famous waterfall._______

5. This province possesses a World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay.________

Answer:

1. This ancient city in central Viet Nam used to be the capital of our country. Hue

2. This city in the South is famous for its floating market. Can Tho

3. This central highland city usually holds a Flower Festival in December. Da Lat

4. This northern province has a famous waterfall. Sa Pa

5. This province possesses a World Heritage Site, Ha Long Bay. Quang Ninh

A CLOSER LOOK 1

VOCABULARY

1. Match the words and phrases with the explanations.

Answer:

1. e - package holiday- a vacation where a travel agent organise everything for you

2.c- self-guided tour - a trip where a traveller does everything on his/her ow

3. a - trip itinerary - a plan of a journey, including the route and the places that you visit

4. b - homestay - accommodation provided in the home of a family in exchange for payment

5. d - Google Maps - a web platform which shows directions to a destination

2. Write a phrase from the box next to the sentence to replace 'it'

1. If you want to go into a place to see what is inside, you have to buy it.___________

2. The Colosseum in Rome is not in its original condition. You can see only parts of it.__________

3. It takes care of everything for travellers.________

4. I don't like it because I cannot change anything: the time, the destination,....______

5. We had no trouble at all during it. Everything was OK._______

Answer:

1. Entrance ticket - If you want to go into a place to see what is inside, you have to buy Entrance ticket

2. Ruinous site - The Colosseum in Rome is not in its original condition. You can see only parts of Ruinous site

3. Travel agency - Travel agency takes care of everything for travellers.

4.Fixed itinerary - I don't like Fixed itinerary because I cannot change anything: the time, the destination,....

5. Smooth trip - We had no trouble at all during Smooth trip. Everything was OK.

3. Complete the sentences with the words from the box.

1. We'd like to go on a(n). ________tour which will be interesting and be within

our budget.

2. Lan sent us the__________ of her trip to Sa Pa for reference.

3. During the tour, we have to buy the_________tickets for the Glass Museum and the Art Gallery.

4. If you take a(n)_________holiday, you have to follow a fixed itinerary.

5. If you want to get information about domestic tourist destinations, download

these _______

Answer:

1. package - We'd like to go on a(n) package tour which will be interesting and be within our budget.

2.itinerary - Lan sent us the itinerary of her trip to Sa Pa for reference.

3. entrance - During the tour, we have to buy the entrance tickets for the Glass Museum and the Art Gallery.

4. self-guided - If you take a(n) self-guided holiday, you have to follow a fixed itinerary.

5. apps - If you want to get information about domestic tourist destinations, download these apps

PRONUNCIATION

Stress in words ending in -ic and - ious

4. Listen and repeat the words. Pay attention to the word stress

Answer:

5. Mark the stress in the underlined words. Then listen and repeat the

sentences.

1. The visitors are curious about the history of the old public building.

2. They have an ambitious goal which is to go on a cruise across the Pacific.

3. We watched some classic movies while we were here on our previous holiday.

4. We stayed at a luxurious hotel near a terrific beach.

5. The village has a romantic landscape with various flower beds.

Answer:

1.curious- /ˈkjʊə.ri.əs/ - The visitors are CUrious about the history of the old public building.

2. ambitious - /æmˈbɪʃ.əs/They have an amBItious goal which is to go on a cruise across the Pacific.

3. classic - /ˈklæs.ɪk/ We watched some CLAssic movies while we were here on our previous holiday.

4. luxurious - /lʌɡˈʒʊə.ri.əs/ - We stayed at a luXUrious hotel near a terrific beach.

5. romantic - /rəʊˈmæn.tɪk/ The village has a roMANtic landscape with various flower beds.

A CLOSER LOOK 2

GRAMMAR

Relative pronouns: which, who and whose

1. Underline the noun or noun phrase in each sentence that which or who refers to.

1. People who travel abroad usually use travel apps.

2. The brochure which you can get free at the airport is useful for your stay in Bangkok.

3. Is this the video which explains some new trends in tourism?

4. Could you recommend to me a local tour guide who can speak English?

5. They want to visit a city which is famous for its rich history.

Answer:

1. People who travel abroad usually use travel apps. (Những người đi du lịch nước ngoài thường sử dụng các ứng dụng du lịch.)

2. The brochure which you can get free at the airport is useful for your stay in Bangkok. ( Tài liệu quảng cáo mà bạn có thể nhận miễn phí tại sân bay sẽ rất hữu ích cho kỳ nghỉ của bạn ở Bangkok.)

3. Is this the video which explains some new trends in tourism? (Đây có phải là video cái mà giải thích một số xu hướng mới trong du lịch không?)

4. Could you recommend to me a local tour guide who can speak English? Bạn có thể giới thiệu cho tôi một hướng dẫn viên du lịch địa phương người mà có thể nói được tiếng Anh không?

5. They want to visit a city which is famous for its rich history. (Họ muốn đến thăm một thành phố nổi tiếng với lịch sử phong phú.)

2. Underline the correct relative pronoun for each sentence.

1. This is the brochure which / who provides the information you need for

your visit to Beijing.

2. ABC is the company which / who won the Best Travel Agency Award last year.

3. The elders which / who are not good at using online apps prefer package tours.

4. A hop-on hop-off bus which / who runs from here every hour is the fastest way to visit a city.

5. Food tourism is for tourists which / who want to explore the unique dishes of a place.

Answer:

1. which - This is the brochure which provides the information you need for your visit to Beijing.

2. which - ABC is the company which won the Best Travel Agency Award last year.

3. who - The elders who are not good at using online apps prefer package tours.

4. which - A hop-on hop-off bus which runs from here every hour is the fastest way to visit a city.

5. who - Food tourism is for tourists who want to explore the unique dishes of a place.

3. Complete each sentence with who or whose.

1. Mr Minh, _________ will guide us on our Cu Chi Tunnel tour, is on his way.

2. This is the writer.__________ book Travel on $50 a Day is my favourite travel guide.

3. My son, ___________ is a huge fan of Taylor Swift, is on a music tour to see her in concert.

4. Ha Giang.___________ beauty and history are appealing, is a must-go in my tour list.

5. While travelling, my father often spends time talking with the locals______ stories, he says, are interesting about the land we are visiting.

Answer:

1. who - Mr Minh, who will guide us on our Cu Chi Tunnel tour, is on his way.

2. whose - This is the writer whose book Travel on $50 a Day is my favourite travel guide.

3. who - My son, who is a huge fan of Taylor Swift, is on a music tour to see her in concert.

4. whose - Ha Giang, whose beauty and history are appealing, is a must-go in my tour list.

5. whose - While travelling, my father often spends time talking with the locals whose stories, he says, are interesting about the land we are visiting.

4. Match a clause in A with a clause in B to make a complete sentence.

Answer:

1 - d - Don't forget to visit the National Air and Space Museum whose breathtaking collection is a must-to-see.

2- e - Yesterday I phoned Pierre, who is arranging accommodation for our stay in Paris.

3 - c - There, I could see the ruinous hall which appeared in the film Jane Eyre.

4 - b - Could you recommend a local tour guide who knows a lot about the history of this area?

5- a - We were lucky to meet some artisans whose products are on display at the Handicraft Show.

5. Work in pairs. Discuss and finish the sentences.

1. Son Doong is now a world-famous destination for travellers who________

2. I'm personally against tours which_______

3. We shared a holiday home with two Germans whose________

4. I bought a city map which________

5. Most travellers prefer working with tour guides who_________

Answer:

1. Son Doong is now a world-famous destination for travellers who love adventure and exploring caves. (Sơn Đoòng hiện là điểm đến nổi tiếng thế giới dành cho du khách người mà ưa mạo hiểm, khám phá hang động)

2. I'm personally against tours which are too rigid and don't allow for any flexibility. (Cá nhân tôi phản đối những chuyến du lịch quá cứng nhắc và không cho phép bất kỳ sự linh hoạt nào.)

3. We shared a holiday home with two Germans whose stories and experiences made our trip more interesting. (Chúng tôi ở chung nhà nghỉ với hai người Đức. mà những câu chuyện và trải nghiệm của họ khiến chuyến đi của chúng tôi trở nên thú vị hơn)

4. I bought a city map which helped me navigate through the city's attractions easily. (Tôi đã mua một bản đồ thành phố cái mà đã giúp tôi di chuyển qua các điểm tham quan của thành phố một cách dễ dàng.)

5. Most travellers prefer working with tour guides who are knowledgeable, friendly, and speak multiple languages. (Hầu hết khách du lịch thích làm việc với những hướng dẫn viên du lịch có hiểu biết, thân thiện và nói được nhiều ngôn ngữ.)

COMMUNICATION

Everyday English

Expressing obligation

1. Listen and read the conversations.Pay attention to the highlighted parts

Answer:

2. Work in pairs. Express obligation in the following situations.

1. You ask your younger brother to make a list of the things he will pack for his holiday so that he does not forget anything.

2. The teacher asks the class to strictly follow the factory regulations while visiting.

Answer:

1.

- You must make a list of the things you will pack for your holiday so that you do not forget anything.

- Don't forget to write down all the things you need to pack for your trip. It would be a shame to miss something you need."

2.

- You must strictly follow the factory regulations while visiting

- It is mandatory that you all follow the factory regulations during our visit. These are important safety guidelines we must respect.

My Travel

3. Read what people say about their travels. Then complete the table.

Answer:

4. Work in groups. Share with your partners an unforgettable holiday

you've taken.

In your talk, you can mention:

- holiday destination

- travel transportation

- accommodation

- activities

Answer:

One of my most unforgettable holidays was a trip to the Amalfi Coast in Italy with friends. We flew into Naples and took a scenic train ride to Positano, where we rented a villa overlooking the sea. During our stay, we indulged in a variety of activities. We spent lazy days lounging on the beach, exploring the charming streets of Positano and other nearby towns like Amalfi and Ravello, and taking boat tours along the coast to see hidden coves and sea caves; eating delicious local cuisine. Boat tours along the coast revealed hidden coves and sea caves. It was a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and culinary delights, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

SKILL 1

READING

1. Write the words under their correct pictures

Answer:

1. Traveller (du khách)

2. destination (điểm đến)

3. itinerary (hành trình)

2. Read the passage and match the words and phrases in A with the definitions in B.

The two most popular types of tours now are package and self-guided tours.

When you buy a package tour, a travel agency takes care of almost everything for you. You will get a notice about the places of your visit, the detailed itinerary, and the cost. They will protect you if something goes wrong during the trip.

This type of holiday saves time and reduces stress for travellers. It offers a convenient option for people who are elderly, who do not want to spend much time searching on their own, or who are not confident about using online apps. One disadvantage of this type is you have to follow a fixed itinerary.

Nowadays, more young people choose self-guided tours which require them to do everything on their own. They have to look for a destination, work out an itinerary, and estimate the cost. They then hunt for tickets and accommodation, usually homestay. This type of holiday may require people more time and effort.

but it is cheaper and more flexible than a package holiday. It gives travellers more freedom to decide where to go and how much time and money to spend at a place. However, to have a smooth trip and avoid trouble, these travellers should be good at using apps.

Answer:

1- b - cost - money spent on something

2- c - fixed - not changing

3 - d -hunt for - look for

4- a - smooth -happening or continuing without any problems

3. Read the passage again and answer the questions.

1. What can a package tour save you?

2. What disadvantage of a package tour does the passage mention?

3. What do travellers have to do on a self-guided tour?

4. What is an advantage of self-guided tours?

5. What skill should you have if you go on a self-guided tour?

Answer:

1. A package tour can save you time and reduce stress. (Explanation: This type of holiday saves time and reduces stress for travellers)

2. The disadvantage of a package tour mentioned in the passage is that you have to follow a fixed itinerary. (Explanation: One disadvantage of this type is you have to follow a fixed itinerary)

3. On a self-guided tour, travellers have to look for a destination, work out an itinerary, estimate the cost, hunt for tickets and accommodation, usually homestay. (Explanation: Nowadays, more young people choose self-guided tours which require them to do everything on their own. They have to look for a destination, work out an itinerary, and estimate the cost. They then hunt for tickets and accommodation, usually homestay)

4. An advantage of self-guided tours is that they are cheaper and more flexible than package holidays, giving travellers more freedom to decide where to go and how much time and money to spend at a place. (Explantion: This type of holiday may require people more time and effort but it is cheaper and more flexible than a package holiday)

5. If you go on a self-guided tour, you should be good at using apps to navigate, find accommodations, and plan your activities. (Explantion: However, to have a smooth trip and avoid trouble, these travellers should be good at using apps.)

SPEAKING

4. Work in pairs. Take turns to interview your partner about his/

her recent tour. Take notes of your partner's answers.

You can ask about:

1. where he / she went

2. which tour he/she took: package or self-guided

3. how he/she travelled

4. where he/she stayed

5. what he/she did / saw

Answer:

A: Where did you recently go for your tour?

B: I recently went to Japan for my tour.

A: And which type of tour did you choose, a package tour or a self-guided tour

B: I opted for a self-guided tour.

A: Interesting choice! How did you travel to Japan?

B: I flew to Japan from my home country.

A: Where did you stay during your trip?

B: I stayed in various accommodations like hotels and traditional Japanese ryokans.

A: That sounds like a diverse experience! Can you tell me about some of the things you did or saw during your trip?

B: Sure! I visited bustling cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, explored ancient temples and shrines, hiked in beautiful natural landscapes, and ate delicious Japanese cuisine.

A: It sounds like an amazing trip filled with diverse experiences!

5. Share with the class your partner's travel experience. You can then

share what you think about it.

Example:

Last summer, Mai went to Da Lat. She

took a package tour…

Answer:

My partner recently went on a tour to Japan, opting for a self-guided tour. They traveled to Japan by flying from their home country and stayed in various accommodations like hotels and traditional Japanese ryokans. During their trip, they explored bustling cities like Tokyo and Kyoto, visited ancient temples and shrines, hiked in beautiful natural landscapes, and enjoyed delicious Japanese cuisine.

I think their travel experience sounds fantastic! Japan offers such a rich cultural experience with its blend of modernity and tradition, and it seems like my partner made the most of it by exploring different aspects of the country. Choosing a self-guided tour also allowed them the flexibility to tailor their itinerary according to their interests and preferences, which likely made their trip even more enjoyable. Overall, it sounds like they had an amazing adventure.

SKILL 2

LISTENING

1. Work in pairs. Discuss if these statements are true.

1. The Brontes is a family of world-famous writers.

2. Together, the three sisters wrote Jane Eyre.

3. You can read some of their novels in Vietnamese.

Answer:

1 - T - The Brontës were a family of world-famous writers. There were actually four siblings: Charlotte, Emily, Anne, and Branwell

2 - F - While Charlotte Brontë wrote "Jane Eyre," her sisters Emily Brontë wrote "Wuthering Heights," and Anne Brontë wrote "Agnes Grey" and "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall." Each sister had their own distinct literary works.

3 - T - Many translations of classic novels, including the Brontë sisters' works, are available in Vietnamese.

2. A tour guide is announcing the schedule for a one-day trip to the

home of the Brontes. Listen and complete the missing information.

Answer:

(1) 9

(2) world – famous

(3) graveyard

(4) entrance

(5) 150

(6) change

3. Look at the pictures, listen again and tick (✔) the two which illustrate the ideas of the listening passage.

Answer:

1, 3

WRITING

4. Work in pairs. Discuss and tick (v) the thing(s) that the tour guide in the listening passage mentions in her announcement at the beginning of the tour.

• 1. The length of the tour

• 2. The cost of the tour

• 3. The place(s) they visit

• 4. Some brief details about each place

Answer:

1, 3, 4

5. Write a paragraph (100-120 words) introducing this half day tour in Hue. Use the clues below.

1. Length of the tour: 5 hours

2. Transportation: mini bus

3. The place(s):

- Thien Mu Pagoda: oldest pagoda in central and south Viet Nam, built in 1602.

- The Citadel: see the palace ruins, learn about the history of the Nguyen Dynasty, and visit the altars of the Kings.

- Dong Ba Market - lunch (at tourists' own expense): biggest market in the city. Get to know about the local products and chat with the locals.

You can start with:

Answer:

This is the itinerary for a five-hour tour in Hue, Vietnam, offering a glimpse into the city's rich history and vibrant culture. Travelers will embark on this half-day adventure aboard a comfortable mini-bus, starting with a visit to the iconic Thien Mu Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in central and south Vietnam, dating back to 1602. Next, explore the ancient walls and palace ruins of The Citadel, immersing oneself in the history of the Nguyen Dynasty and paying respects at the altars of the Kings. Finally, enjoy a stop at Dong Ba Market for lunch (at tourists' own expense), the city's largest market, where one can sample local delicacies, discover regional products, and engage in friendly conversations with the locals. It's a comprehensive tour that showcases the best of Hue's cultural heritage in just a half-day excursion.

LOOKING BACK

VOCABULARY

1. Choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D to complete each sentence.

1. If you are travelling abroad for the first time, it's better to look for a good travel _________ to arrange everything for you.

A. budget

B. agency

C. tourism

D. homestay

2. Many____________ buildings have become UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

A. modern

B. domestic

C. ruinous

D. intemational

3. Young people are usually good at_________ for cheap transportation and accommodation.

A. buying

B. booking

C. hunting

D. applying

4. Nowadays, people can travel on their own to new places by using______

A. tours

B. carphones

C. entrance tickets

D. Google Maps

5. ___________ is for people who love trying different local dishes.

A. Food tourism

B. Domestic tourism

C. Ecotourism

D. Shopping tourism

Answer:

1. B - If you are travelling abroad for the first time, it's better to look for a good travel agency to arrange everything for you

2. C - Many ruinous buildings have become UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

3. C - Young people are usually good at hunting for cheap transportation and accommodation

4. D - Nowadays, people can travel on their own to new places by using Google Maps

5. A - Food tourism is for people who love trying different local dishes.

2. Fill in each blank with a suitable word or phrase. The first letter has

been given.

1. Would you like to go on an international or a d __________ tour?

2. - Can I make a small change to this itinerary?

- I'm afraid not. It's f _______

3. Thanks to her skills with a ____________ she was able to buy cheap tickets to Quy Nhơn.

4. They are not experienced enough to go on a s_______tour. They need an adult to go with them.

5. - What did you enjoy most on your tour to Sa Pa?

-The n __________ beauty of the mountains and valleys.

Answer:

1. domestic - Would you like to go on an international or a domestic tour?

2. fixed

- Can I make a small change to this itinerary?

- I'm afraid not. It's fixed.

3. app onlines - Thanks to her skills with app onlines, she was able to buy cheap tickets to Quy Nhơn.

4. self-guided tour - They are not experienced enough to go on a self-guided tour. They need an adult to go with them.

5. natural beauty

- What did you enjoy most on your tour to Sa Pa?

- The natural beauty of the mountains and valleys

GRAMMAR

3. Use a relative pronoun which, who, or whose to complete each sentence.

1. Excuse me, could you show me a souvenir shop _______ sells small-size paintings of this city?

2. We can ask my uncle ___________ has a lot of experience in organising tours.

3. A visa is a stamp or mark in your passport____________ allows you to enter or leave a foreign country.

4. I'm lost. The hotel I'm staying in is a white multi-storey one.__________ name is Islander Hotel.

5. The police officer is talking to the tourist ___________ passport is missing.

Answer:

1. which - Excuse me, could you show me a souvenir shop which sells small-size paintings of this city?

2. who - We can ask my uncle who has a lot of experience in organising tours.

3. that - A visa is a stamp or mark in your passport that allows you to enter or leave a foreign country.

4. whose - I'm lost. The hotel I'm staying in is a white multi-storey one whose name is Islander Hotel

5. whose - The police officer is talking to the tourist whose passport is missing.

4. Combine each pair of sentences, using a suitable relative pronoun which , who, or whose.

1. My family spent four days in India. Its culture is unique.

2. Organising self-guided tours helps develop personal skills. They are important for everybody.

3. Russel stayed in a hotel in Bui Vien Street. It is one of the best streets for

foreign tourists.

4. After the Muay Thai Show, my sons talked to the artists. They admired their performance so much.

5. We participated in a lot of activities with the local people. They were friendly and helpful.

Answer:

1. My family spent four days in India, whose culture is unique.

2. Organising self-guided tours helps develop personal skills, which are important for everybody.

3. Russel stayed in a hotel in Bui Vien Street, which is one of the best streets for foreign tourists.

4. After the Muay Thai Show, my sons talked to the artists whom they admired their performance so much. ("Whom" is the objective case of "who" used here for emphasis.)

5. We participated in a lot of activities with the local people who were friendly and helpful.

PROJECT

Making a plan for a two - day trip

Work in groups.

1. Discuss then choose a destination for your group's two-day trip.

Answer:

Some options:

- Beach Escape: A seaside destination offers relaxation with activities like sunbathing, swimming, and beach sports.

- City Exploration: Visiting a nearby city allows for cultural immersion, exploring museums, trying local cuisine, and shopping.

- National Park Adventure: Camping or staying in lodges within a national park offers opportunities for wildlife spotting, hiking, and enjoying scenic views.

- Historical Tour: Exploring a historically significant town or area could involve visiting museums, monuments, and heritage sites.

2. Decide the means of transport and accommodation.

Answer:

- For transportation, if the chosen destination is within driving distance, renting a car might be convenient. Otherwise, we could opt for public transportation like trains or buses.

- Accommodation options could include booking a vacation rental, hotel rooms, homestay or camping gear depending on the chosen destination and preferences of the group.

3. Create an itinerary which includes:

- the dates and the time (when to leave, when to return)

- the tourist attraction(s) you want to visit

- the activities (what to do) and their timing (when to do)

Answer:

- Destination: Beach Escape to Santa Cruz, California

- Transportation: Renting a van for convenience.

- Accommodation: Booking two beachfront cottages.

- Itinerary:

Day 1:

- Fly from Vietnam to San Francisco at 1 am

- Arrival in Santa Cruz at 10:00 AM.

- Check into beachfront cottages at 11:00 AM.

- Lunch at a beachside café at 12:30 PM.

- Afternoon beach activities (swimming, beach volleyball) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

- Dinner at a seafood restaurant at 7:00 PM.

- Evening bonfire and stargazing on the beach at 9:00 PM.

Day 2

- Breakfast at a local bakery at 8:00 AM.

- Morning surfing lessons at 9:30 AM.

- Explore the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

- Lunch at a Boardwalk restaurant at 2:30 PM.

- Visit the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum at 4:00 PM.

- Departure from Santa Cruz at 6:00 PM.

- Arrival back in San Francisco at 8:00 PM.

4. Estimate the costs.

Answer:

- Transportation (van rental, fuel): $300

- Accommodation (2 beachfront cottages for 2 nights): $600

- Meals and activities (per person for 2 days): $150

- Total: $1050 for the whole group.

5. Present your plan to your class. Add explanations where relevant.

Answer:

Today I talk about the plan to Santa Cruz, California

- Destination: Beach Escape to Santa Cruz, California

- Transportation: Renting a van for convenience.

- Accommodation: Booking two beachfront cottages.

Regrading itinerary:

Day 1:

- Fly from Vietnam to San Francisco at 1 am

- Arrival in Santa Cruz at 10:00 AM.

- Check into beachfront cottages at 11:00 AM.

- Lunch at a beachside café at 12:30 PM.

- Afternoon beach activities (swimming, beach volleyball) from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

- Dinner at a seafood restaurant at 7:00 PM.

- Evening bonfire and stargazing on the beach at 9:00 PM.

Day 2:

- Breakfast at a local bakery at 8:00 AM.

- Morning surfing lessons at 9:30 AM.

- Explore the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

- Lunch at a Boardwalk restaurant at 2:30 PM.

- Visit the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum at 4:00 PM.

- Departure from Santa Cruz at 6:00 PM.

- Arrival back in San Francisco at 8:00 PM.

Estimate the costs.

- Transportation (van rental, fuel): $300

- Accommodation (2 beachfront cottages for 2 nights): $600

- Meals and activities (per person for 2 days): $150

- Total: $1050 for the whole group