A focused, travel-specific vocabulary set — organised by the stage of a trip, so you can review exactly what you need before you go.

At the airport

passport, boarding pass, check-in, luggage, baggage claim, security, gate, departure, arrival, delay, customs, layover, one-way, round-trip.

"Our gate changed, and the flight was delayed by an hour."

At the hotel

reservation, check-in, check-out, receptionist, room service, key card, lobby, amenities, vacancy, deposit.

"I have a reservation under my name — could I check in early?"

Getting around

taxi, subway/metro, platform, ticket, fare, timetable, transfer, rental car, map, directions, intersection, roundabout.

Sightseeing

landmark, tour, guide, attraction, souvenir, museum, viewpoint, entrance fee, opening hours, itinerary.

"The entrance fee includes a guided tour of the main landmark."

Food and dining while travelling

menu, reservation, bill/check, tip, local cuisine, vegetarian, allergy, takeaway, recommend.

Useful adjectives for describing a trip

crowded, scenic, remote, affordable, authentic, exhausting, breathtaking, off the beaten path.

Handling problems while travelling

lost, stolen, refund, complaint, embassy, emergency, insurance, replacement.

"My luggage was lost, so I filed a complaint at the airline desk."
Practical tip: Before a trip, review just the section relevant to your next few days (e.g. "At the airport" the day before flying) rather than the whole list at once — vocabulary sticks better right before you actually need it.

Where to go next

Practise asking questions and understanding directions with Everyday Phrases for Beginners, or build fuller travel conversations with English Conversation for Beginners.

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