1. Make a paper plane.
2. Write a question including words and expressions from the unit.
E.g. Where do you like to go on holiday? To secluded spots? or do you prefer a bustling city?
3. Throw the paper plane as far as you can.
4. Pick up one of the crash-landed paper planes.
5. Add one more question.
6. Throw the paper plane as far as you can one more time.
7. Pick up one of the crash-landed paper planes again.
8. Add one more question.
9. Throw the paper plane as far as you can one more time.
10. Pick up one of the crash-landed paper planes again.
11. Get into groups.
12. Discuss the questions.
13. Each group shares some of the highlights with the rest of the class
secluded
/sɪˈkluːdɪd/ (of a place) quiet and private; not used or disturbed by other people. E.g. a secluded garden/beach/spot, etc. We managed to find a fairly secluded spot for our picnic.
bustling:
/ˈbʌslɪŋ/ full of people moving about in a busy way. A bustling place is full of noise and activity and is usually pleasant and interesting. E.g. a bustling city. The bustling little town. Bustling with something The market was bustling with life.
crash-land (something)
if a plane crash-lands or a pilot crash-lands it, the pilot lands it roughly in an emergency, usually because it is damaged and cannot land normally.
More Vocabulary
No-frills:
including only the basic features, without anything that is unnecessary, especially things added to make something more attractive or comfortable. E.g. a no-frills airline
strand somebody
to leave somebody in a place from which they have no way of leaving. E.g. The strike left hundreds of tourists stranded at the airport.
built-up:
(of an area of land) covered in buildings, roads, etc. E.g. to reduce the speed limit in built-up areas.
skyline:
the outline of buildings, trees, hills, etc. seen against the sky. E.g. the New York skyline. Ugly tower blocks dominate the skyline.
skyscraper:
a very tall building in a city.
bustling:
/ˈbʌslɪŋ/ full of people moving about in a busy way. E.g. a bustling city. Bustling with something The market was bustling with life. The town is bustling with tourists and workers.
teem with something: (also be teeming with something)
to be full of people, animals, etc. moving around. E.g. The streets were teeming with tourists. A river teeming with fish.
the back of beyond:
(informal) a place that is a long way from other houses, towns, etc. E.g. We stayed in some farmhouse in the back of beyond. They live in some village in the back of beyond. He lives in some tiny, remote village in the back of beyond.
deserted:
/dɪˈzɜːtɪd/ (of a place) with no people in it. E.g. deserted streets. The office was completely deserted.
secluded:
/sɪˈkluːdɪd/ (of a place) quiet and private; not used or disturbed by other people. E.g. a secluded garden/beach/spot, etc. We managed to find a fairly secluded spot for our picnic.
idyllic:
/ɪˈdɪlɪk/ peaceful and beautiful; perfect, without problems. E.g. a house set in idyllic surroundings. To lead an idyllic existence. The cottage sounds idyllic.
unspoilt:
(of a place) beautiful because it has not been changed or built on. E.g. unspoiled countryside. It’s a country of stunning landscapes and unspoiled beaches.
pristine:
/ˈprɪstiːn/ not developed or changed in any way; left in its original condition. Something that is pristine looks very clean, tidy, or new. E.g. pristine, pollution-free beaches. Pristine snow/beaches/lawns. In pristine condition: The bike was in pristine condition.
tranquil:
/ˈtræŋkwɪl/ quiet and peaceful. E.g. a tranquil scene. The tranquil waters of the lake. She led a tranquil life in the country.
stunning:
extremely attractive or impressive. E.g. a stunning view of the lake.
breathtaking:
very exciting or impressive (usually in a pleasant way). E.g. a breathtaking view of the mountains. The scene was one of breathtaking beauty.
In-flight:
happening or provided during a journey on a plane. E.g. In-flight movies
Excess baggage (charge):
money that you have to pay for bags, etc that are heavier than the weight limit: Will I have to pay excess baggage?
Turbulence
(noun U): /ˈtɜːbjələns/ violent or uneven movement of air, making flight uncomfortable. E.g. We experienced severe turbulence during the flight.
Boarding card, boarding pass:
a ticket that you need in order to board a plane.
Loo:
/luː/ toilet/ bathroom. E.g. She's gone to the loo. Can I use your loo, please?
Unwary:
/ʌnˈweəri/ not aware of the possible dangers or problems of a situation and therefore likely to be harmed in some way. Sp. incauto. E.g. Exams are not designed to set traps for unwary students. Unwary traveller.
Off the beaten track:
far away from other people or areas popular with tourists. E.g. They live miles off the beaten track
Single-handedly:
on your own with nobody helping you. Alone. E.g. She single-handedly saved the town from disaster.
rough it
(informal) to live in a way that is not very comfortable for a short time. E.g. We can sleep on the beach. I don't mind roughing it for a night or two. Let's rough it and go camping.
in the lap of luxury:
in easy, comfortable conditions, and enjoying the advantages of being rich. E.g. We spent two weeks in the hotel living in the lap of luxury.
Inveterate:
/ɪnˈvetərət/ always doing something or enjoying something, and unlikely to stop. Sp. empedernido, incurable. E.g. an inveterate liar. He soon became an inveterate traveller.
Seasoned:
/ˈsiːznd/ (when used of a person) having a lot of experience of a particular activity. E.g. a seasoned campaigner/performer/traveller, etc. A seasoned traveller is a person who has travelled a lot.
Intrepid:
/ɪnˈtrepɪd/ very brave; not afraid of danger or difficulties. Fearless. E.g. an intrepid explorer. Intrepid travellers always enjoy interaction with the locals.
Get by (on/in/with something):
to manage to live or do a particular thing using the money, knowledge, equipment, etc. that you have. E.g. How does she get by on such a small salary? I can just about get by in German (= I can speak basic German).
on a shoestring:
(informal) using very little money. E.g. In the early years, the business was run on a shoestring.
Weary:
/ˈwɪəri/ very tired, especially after you have been working hard or doing something for a long time. E.g. a weary traveller. She suddenly felt old and weary. A weary sigh. This airport is facilitated with good runways, waiting rooms, refreshment and cargo handling so that a weary traveller is never disappointed.
Chill out:
to spend time relaxing; to relax and stop feeling angry or nervous about something. E.g. They sometimes meet up to chill out and watch a movie. Sit down and chill out!
Discerning:
/dɪˈsɜːnɪŋ/ able to show good judgement about the quality of somebody/something. Sp. exigente. E.g. The discerning customer will recognize this as a high quality product. Marble bathrooms with plenty of soft towels, a sauna and an authentic hammam provide all the modern amenities a discerning traveller is used to.
culture vulture:
a person who is very interested in serious art, music, literature, etc.
Armchair:
[only before noun] knowing about a subject through books and television, rather than by doing it for yourself. E.g. an armchair critic/traveller. A generation of armchair athletes who prefer to watch sports on TV rather than play. Some armchair travellers surf YouTube for trip-planning research, or for broadening their horizons without leaving the house.
Lose your bearings:
to become lost or confused.
all-inclusive:
/ˌɔːl ɪnˈkluːsɪv/ including everything or everyone. E.g. Our trips are all-inclusive—there are no hidden costs.
unwind
unwind /ˌʌnˈwaɪnd/ unwound /ˌʌnˈwaʊnd/ unwound /ˌʌnˈwaʊnd/
to stop worrying or thinking about problems and start to relax. E.g. Music helps me unwind after a busy day.
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