Travel English Speaking Practice
This course prepares you to speak English on a real trip, following the journey from the airport onward: checking in, going through security, passport control and immigration, baggage claim and lost luggage, getting a taxi, asking directions, using the subway and bus, checking into a hotel, requesting services, solving hotel problems, ordering food, asking about the menu, paying the bill, and shopping. You shadow short, practical exchanges so the phrases you need are ready the moment a situation comes up — no pausing to translate at the gate or the front desk.
Shadowing lessons
a2Checking In at the Airport — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow real airport check-in English — “I'd like to check in for my flight,” asking for a window seat, boarding pass and gate questions. Speak along to prepare for travel.
b1Going Through Security — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow airport security English — “Do I need to take off my shoes?”, “Should I take out my laptop?”, “Is this allowed in my carry-on?” Speak along to breeze through screening.
a2At Passport Control — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow passport-control English — “What is the purpose of your visit?”, “I'm here for tourism,” “How long are you staying?” Speak along to answer immigration questions with ease.
b1Talking to Immigration Officers — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow immigration English — “I'm here on vacation,” “I plan to stay for ten days,” “Could you please speak a little slower?” Speak along to handle immigration questions calmly.
a2Claiming Your Baggage — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow at baggage claim English — “Where is the baggage claim area?”, “Which belt is for this flight?”. Speak along to find your bag and report a missing one.
b1Handling Lost Luggage — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when your luggage is lost English — “My luggage is missing.”, “I need to report a lost bag.”. Speak along to report and recover a lost bag.
a2Getting a Taxi from the Airport — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when taking a taxi English — “Where can I get a taxi?”, “How much is the fare to the city center?”. Speak along to agree a fare and pay with confidence.
b1Asking for Directions in the City — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when asking for directions English — “Excuse me, how do I get to the station?”, “Is it far from here?”. Speak along to ask the way and follow the answer.
a2Using the Subway and Bus — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow on the subway and bus English — “Where is the nearest subway station?”, “Which line should I take?”. Speak along to ride public transport without getting lost.
b1Checking In at a Hotel — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow at hotel check-in English — “I have a reservation under Lee.”, “I'd like to check in, please.”. Speak along to check in and settle into your stay.
a2Requesting Hotel Services — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when asking for hotel services English — “Can I have extra towels, please?”, “Could you send someone to clean the room?”. Speak along to ask for what you need politely.
b1Solving Problems at the Hotel — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when something is wrong in your room English — “The air conditioner is not working.”, “There is no hot water.”. Speak along to report a problem and get it solved.
a2Ordering Food at a Restaurant — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when ordering food English — “I'd like to order now.”, “Can I have the chicken, please?”. Speak along to order a meal exactly how you want it.
b1Asking About the Menu — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when asking about the menu English — “What do you recommend?”, “Is this spicy?”. Speak along to ask about ingredients and choose safely.
a2Paying the Bill — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when paying the bill English — “Could we have the bill, please?”, “Can I pay by card?”. Speak along to pay, split, and check the bill.
b1Shopping and Asking Prices — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when shopping English — “How much is this?”, “Do you have this in another size?”. Speak along to shop and ask about prices confidently.
a2Changing or Canceling a Reservation — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when changing a booking English — “I need to change my reservation.”, “I'd like to cancel my booking.”. Speak along to change or cancel a booking smoothly.
b1Asking for Help in an Emergency — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow in an emergency English — “Please help me.”, “I need a doctor.”. Speak along to get help fast when it matters.
a2Going to a Pharmacy While Traveling — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow at a pharmacy English — “Do you have something for a cold?”, “I have a headache.”. Speak along to describe symptoms and buy medicine safely.
b1Talking to a Doctor Abroad — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when seeing a doctor English — “I don't feel well.”, “I have had a fever since yesterday.”. Speak along to describe symptoms and understand a doctor.
a2English at Tourist Attractions — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow at tourist attractions English — “How much is the entrance fee?”, “What time does it open?”. Speak along to enjoy attractions without confusion.
b1Small Talk While Traveling — English Shadowing Practice
Shadow when making small talk English — “Where are you from?”, “Is this your first time here?”. Speak along to start friendly conversations with travelers.
How to prepare before you travel
Practice in trip order — airport, transport, hotel, restaurant, shopping — so the phrases follow the real sequence of a journey.
Shadow the question forms especially: most travel English is asking for something clearly and politely.
Rehearse the “problem” dialogues (lost luggage, hotel issues) out loud; those are exactly the moments stress makes English hard to recall.
The week before a trip, re-shadow the sections you will need first so they feel automatic on arrival.
Learning goals
- Move through airports, transport, and hotels in English without freezing.
- Ask for directions, services, and prices clearly and politely.
- Handle common travel problems like lost luggage or a hotel issue.
- Order food, ask about a menu, and pay with confidence.
About this practice
The course covers 22 real travel situations, sequenced the way an actual trip unfolds.
Each situation is short and self-contained, so you can practice just the parts your trip requires.
Practice tips
- 1Practice the phrases aloud while packing — context makes them stick.
- 2Focus on being clear and polite over sounding perfect; travel English is about getting understood.
- 3Save the transport and hotel sections to your phone to re-shadow on the way.
Frequently asked questions
What English level do I need?
Basic English is enough. The phrases are short and practical, chosen for real travel rather than exams.
Does it cover both airport and hotel English?
Yes — from check-in and immigration through taxis, hotels, restaurants, and shopping, following the flow of a trip.
Will shadowing really help in the moment?
Yes. Repeating the phrases aloud builds the automatic recall you need when a real travel situation gives you no time to translate.
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