Unit 15 integrating skills Getting there – travel tips and practical advice

1. Why do so many people like to travel? 2. If you have a chance to go on a trip, what do you prepare for your travelling?

1.Why should you find out more about the destinations you have chosen ? 2.Who can help us to find out about package trips? 3.Where can be the best place to exchange money in a foreign country? Why? 4.What does a seasoned traveller know? 5.Is it a good idea to visit all of the sights in a hurry? Travel agents. Banks. Cheaper, more reliable THINK IT OVER No. what he must bring and what he can leave at home save money, avoid problems and be a lot of fun.fast-Reading

Before you go: 1.Find out more about the destination you have chosen 2.Compare prices and offers 3.Use the Internet and other sources to find good deals. Tours,tickets and visas: 1.Ask a travel agent to help you to find out about package trips 2.Ask a travel agent to help you with travel documents such as passports and visas

1.Use credit cards and traveller’s cheques 2.Bring a small amount of cash 3. Keep passport and money in a safe place and make photocopies of all important documents before you leave 4. Buy foreign currency in your home country 5. Exchange money in banks, not on the streets or with strangers Money matters: Planning and packing : 1.You must arrange time for rest and relaxation 2. Make a list of what you need before you start packing. 3. Travel light

2.Why should we find out more about the destination? A.save moneyB.avoid problems C.have a lot of funD. all of above 1.The main idea of the passage is _____ A. how to learn more about the destination B. how to avoid the most common trouble in traveling C. how to deal with money problems D. how to find hotels Exercises B D 3. What is not needed when travelling abroad? A.Your passport C. Too much cash B. Credit cards D.some foreign currency C

4. What does the word “seasoned” mean? A.Good B. Experienced C. Suitable D. Learned 5. What does the phrase “travel light” mean? A. A light for travel B. A short distance travel C. A travel with a little luggage D. A travel at daytime

1.There are things you can do to avoid some of the most common problems. 2.By comparing prices and offers, you can also make your travel budget last longer. 3.Most hotels have websites where you can view rooms and rates and find answers to your questions. Language points of the text:.

South of the Border

Ho Chi Minh Hanoi Halong Bay

Fill in the table Ho Chi Minh CityHanoiHalong Bay Location Character Attractions the south a larger, modern city with old traditions and culture parks, gardens, temples the north the capital,a most romantic city beautiful lakes, buildings, small streets, the Old Quarter, turtles northeast be made up of 3,000 islands wonderful beaches,mysteri ous caves Activities Enjoy the sights, learn about the history and culture, taste the local food, explore the lively nightlife swim…, dive down among the fish, play football… relax…

City hall

Government building

Huzhiming mausoleum

Typical street

Old Quarter

Why is Vietnam becoming a popular destination among Chinese tourists? 1.Weather 2.Rates 3.Traffic 4.Distance 5.Friendship. There is no such thing as a bad time to go to Vietnam The hotels are cheap and comfortable There are flights and trains from China It is close to China It is a friendly country

Language points 1.Located just south of Yunan and Guangxi, Vietnam is within easy reach and offers exciting adventures at a reasonable price. 2.There are also parks, gardens and temples where tourist and locals alike can find shade from the hot sun…. 3.For a change of pace, head north to Hanoi, one of Asia’s most romantic cities. 4.While you are there, keep an eye out for the turtles. 5.Vietnam treats visitors to all the colours of the rainbow: …and mountains painted red by the setting sun.

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