Starting Off

Look at the photo and answer this questions.

1. Where is your favorite place to go on vacation?
2. What do you like to do when you go on vacation?
3. Do you prefer to travel alone or with family and friend?

Listening

1. Listen to this long conversation and answer the questions.

2. Fill-in-the-Blank based on the information provided in the listening passage.

Speaking

1. Discuss the following questions with a partner. Take turns asking and answering

1. What’s the most memorable vacation you’ve ever had?
2. Do you prefer staying in hotels, guesthouses, or camping when on vacation? Why?
3. If you could visit any country in the world, where would it be? Why?
4. Have you ever had a vacation that didn’t go as planned? Share your experience.
5. What do you usually pack when going on a trip?

2. Look at the pictures below and describe them with your partner. Share your opinion about the kind of vacation shown.

Questions to answer:

1. What do you see in the picture?
2. Would you enjoy this type of vacation? Why or why not?

3. Work in pairs. Choose one of the scenarios below and act it out with your partner.

1. Scenario 1:
   • Student A: You just got back from a vacation at the beach. Share your experience.
   • Student B: Ask questions and share your thoughts about beach vacations.
2. Scenario 2:
   • Student A: You are planning a trip to a famous city like Paris or Tokyo. Ask your friend for advice.
   • Student B: Give advice about visiting cities and recommend activities to do.
3. Scenario 3:
   • Student A: You prefer adventurous vacations like hiking or zip-lining.
   • Student B: You prefer relaxing vacations like a spa retreat. Discuss your preferences.

4. Form groups of 3-4 and discuss these questions. Make sure everyone shares their opinion and gives reasons.

1. What makes a vacation fun and enjoyable?
2. Is it better to plan every detail of a vacation or be spontaneous? Why?
3. What’s the best destination for a vacation near your city?
4. Do you think traveling alone is better than traveling with friends or family?
5. Why do you think people need vacations?

5. Imagine you’ve just returned from a vacation. Share your story with your classmates. Include these details:

1. Where did you go?
2. How did you get there?
3. What activities did you do?
4. What was the most memorable part of the trip?
5. Did you face any challenges?