UNIT 3: TRAVEL

Reading tasks
3.1. Find the meaning of these words
1) To explore –
2) Inter-state travel –
3) Visa –
4) Currency Exchange –
5) Costly flights –
6) Jet lag –
7) Far-reaching –
8) Cultural exchange –
9) Economic growth –
10) Over-tourism –
11) Cultural conflicts –
12) Environmental degradation –
13) Leisure travel –
14) Ecotourism –
15) To delve –
16) Exciting experiences –
17) Uncharted –
18) Culinary tourism –
19) A delectable exploration –
20) Cuisines –
21) Team-building tourism –
22) Broadening horizons –

1. To travel to new places or locations, seeking to discover and learn about different
cultures, environments, or experiences.
2. Traveling between different states within a country, involving movement across state
borders.
3. A document issued by a country's government that allows a traveler to enter, stay, or
leave the country for a specified period, subject to certain conditions.
4. The process of exchanging one country's currency for another, often necessary when
traveling to a foreign country.
5. Refers to air travel that is expensive, requiring travelers to pay a significant amount for
their plane tickets.
6. A temporary sleep disorder that can affect travelers who cross multiple time zones,
leading to symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating.
7. Having a broad or extensive impact, influencing a wide range of areas or aspects.
8. The process of sharing cultural practices, traditions, customs, and ideas between different
societies, often occurring through interactions between travelers and the local
community.
9. Refers to an increase in the capacity of an economy to produce goods and services,
leading to improvements in living standards and well-being.
10. A situation where the number of tourists visiting a destination exceeds its carrying
capacity, leading to negative impacts on the environment, infrastructure, and local
community.
 11. Refers to disputes or disagreements arising from differences in cultural practices, values,
or beliefs between different groups of people, including tourists and locals.
12. The deterioration of the environment due to various factors, such as pollution,
deforestation, or loss of biodiversity, often resulting from human activities, including
tourism.
13. Travel undertaken for the purpose of relaxation, entertainment, and personal enrichment,
often involving exploration of new destinations.
14. Sustainable travel focused on responsible exploration of natural environments, aiming to
minimize impact and promote conservation efforts.
15. To explore or investigate thoroughly, typically with the aim of understanding a subject
more deeply or comprehensively.
16. Engaging and thrilling activities or events that evoke a sense of enjoyment or adventure
during travel.
17. Refers to areas or territories that have not been previously explored or documented
extensively, often associated with adventure and discovery.
18. Focuses on experiencing local specialties, offering travelers the opportunity to explore
and indulge in diverse cuisines and gastronomic traditions around the world.
19. A delightful and enjoyable exploration, particularly related to experiencing and savoring
different types of food and culinary delights in various destinations.
20. The style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country, region,
or establishment, often reflective of the local culture and traditions.
21. Involves travel experiences aimed at enhancing teamwork, communication, and
collaboration among groups or organizations through engaging in various activities in
new destinations.
22. Refers to expanding one's knowledge, experiences, and perspectives by exploring new
destinations or engaging in activities that offer a fresh and diverse outlook on life.

3.2. Read the text and write the missing words, from the word list above.
TYPES OF TRAVELLING
Travel encompasses a broad spectrum of experiences, offering unique benefits and challenges
depending on the type and purpose of the journey. One way to categorize travel is by territory,
where it can be classified as domestic or international.
Domestic travel, which involves ________one's own country, can take various forms, from road
trips to ______________. This mode of travel is often more affordable than international travel,
as it eliminates concerns related to _____, __________, and ________. It also offers the
advantage of convenience and reduced stress, as travelers do not have to contend with unfamiliar
languages or adjust to ________.
On the other hand, international tourism involves venturing to foreign countries for leisure,
business, or other reasons. It plays a crucial role in the global economy and has __________
social, cultural, and environmental impacts. While international tourism fosters ___________,
education, and _____________, it also presents challenges such as ___________,
___________and ____________________.
Additionally, travel can also be classified by trip purpose, with each type offering distinct
opportunities and challenges. ____________, for instance, is focused on entertainment and
personal enrichment, providing individuals with the chance to explore new destinations and
escape the routine of daily life. Meanwhile, ____________ emphasizes responsible exploration
of natural environments, aiming to minimize environmental impact and support conservation
efforts.
Cultural-historical tourism, also known as heritage tourism, allows travelers ________ into the
history, traditions, and cultural practices of specific places or communities. Sports tourism
involves traveling to watch or participate in sports events, catering to sports enthusiasts seeking
_____________. Those with a penchant for _________ territories might find exploration travel
appealing, as it involves discovering new destinations and embracing diverse cultures.
MICE tourism, which stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions, is a
specialized niche in the travel industry that caters to business events and meetings in different
locations. This type of travel offers organizations opportunities to network while exploring new
destinations and cultures. ____________ focuses on experiencing local specialties, offering
________________ of different ________ around the world.
___________________ presents a unique way to strengthen team dynamics, fostering
collaboration and communication while engaging in diverse activities in new destinations.
Finally, adventure travel caters to thrill-seekers, providing opportunities to immerse in physically
challenging activities and explore the great outdoors.
In conclusion, understanding the various types and purposes of travel enriches the overall travel
experience, offering individuals the chance to select journeys that align with their interests,
preferences, and ambitions. Each type of travel holds the potential to offer memorable
experiences, _________________ and fostering personal growth along the way.

3.3. TRUE/ FALSE or NOT GIVEN

1. The text mentions that traveling can be categorized by territory, with domestic and
international travel being two main classifications. ______
2. International travel is always more affordable than domestic travel due to the lack of concerns
related to visas, currency exchange, and costly flights. ______
3. Ecotourism focuses on exploring natural environments without any consideration for
minimizing environmental impact or providing support for conservation efforts. ______
4. Cultural-historical tourism allows travelers to explore the history, traditions, and cultural
practices of specific places or communities. ______
5. MICE tourism caters to leisure travelers seeking entertainment and personal enrichment
through exploring new destinations. ______
KEYS:
3.1. To explore: To travel to new places or locations, seeking to discover and learn about
different cultures, environments, or experiences.
Inter-state travel: Traveling between different states within a country, involving movement
across state borders.
Visa: A document issued by a country's government that allows a traveler to enter, stay, or leave
the country for a specified period, subject to certain conditions.
Currency Exchange: The process of exchanging one country's currency for another, often
necessary when traveling to a foreign country.
Costly flights: Refers to air travel that is expensive, requiring travelers to pay a significant
amount for their plane tickets
Jet lag: A temporary sleep disorder that can affect travelers who cross multiple time zones,
leading to symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, and difficulty concentrating.
Far-reaching: Having a broad or extensive impact, influencing a wide range of areas or aspects.
Cultural exchange: The process of sharing cultural practices, traditions, customs, and ideas
between different societies, often occurring through interactions between travelers and the local
community.
Economic growth: Refers to an increase in the capacity of an economy to produce goods and
services, leading to improvements in living standards and well-being.
Over-tourism: A situation where the number of tourists visiting a destination exceeds its carrying
capacity, leading to negative impacts on the environment, infrastructure, and local community.
Cultural conflicts: Refers to disputes or disagreements arising from differences in cultural
practices, values, or beliefs between different groups of people, including tourists and locals.
Environmental degradation: The deterioration of the environment due to various factors, such as
pollution, deforestation, or loss of biodiversity, often resulting from human activities, including
tourism.
Leisure travel: Travel undertaken for the purpose of relaxation, entertainment, and personal
enrichment, often involving exploration of new destinations.
Ecotourism: Sustainable travel focused on responsible exploration of natural environments,
aiming to minimize impact and promote conservation efforts.
To delve: To explore or investigate thoroughly, typically with the aim of understanding a subject
more deeply or comprehensively.
Exciting experiences: Engaging and thrilling activities or events that evoke a sense of enjoyment
or adventure during travel.
Uncharted: Refers to areas or territories that have not been previously explored or documented
extensively, often associated with adventure and discovery.
Culinary tourism: Focuses on experiencing local specialties, offering travelers the opportunity to
explore and indulge in diverse cuisines and gastronomic traditions around the world.
A delectable exploration: A delightful and enjoyable exploration, particularly related to
experiencing and savoring different types of food and culinary delights in various destinations.
Cuisines: The style or method of cooking, especially characteristic of a particular country,
region, or establishment, often reflective of the local culture and traditions.
Team-building tourism: Involves travel experiences aimed at enhancing teamwork,
communication, and collaboration among groups or organizations through engaging in various
activities in new destinations.
Broadening horizons: Refers to expanding one's knowledge, experiences, and perspectives by
exploring new destinations or engaging in activities that offer a fresh and diverse outlook on life.
3.2. Travel encompasses a broad spectrum of experiences, offering unique benefits and
challenges depending on the type and purpose of the journey. One way to categorize travel is by
territory, where it can be classified as domestic or international.
Domestic travel, which involves exploring one's own country, can take various forms, from road
trips to inter-state travel. This mode of travel is often more affordable than international travel,
as it eliminates concerns related to visas, currency exchange, and costly flights. It also offers
the advantage of convenience and reduced stress, as travelers do not have to contend with
unfamiliar languages or adjust to jet lag.
On the other hand, international tourism involves venturing to foreign countries for leisure,
business, or other reasons. It plays a crucial role in the global economy and has far-reaching
social, cultural, and environmental impacts. While international tourism fosters cultural
exchange, education, and economic growth, it also presents challenges such as over-tourism,
cultural conflicts, and environmental degradation.
Additionally, travel can also be classified by trip purpose, with each type offering distinct
opportunities and challenges. Leisure travel, for instance, is focused on entertainment and
personal enrichment, providing individuals with the chance to explore new destinations and
escape the routine of daily life. Meanwhile, ecotourism emphasizes responsible exploration of
natural environments, aiming to minimize environmental impact and support conservation
efforts.
Cultural-historical tourism, also known as heritage tourism, allows travelers to delve into the
history, traditions, and cultural practices of specific places or communities. Sports tourism
involves traveling to watch or participate in sports events, catering to sports enthusiasts seeking
exciting experiences. Those with a penchant for uncharted territories might find exploration
travel appealing, as it involves discovering new destinations and embracing diverse cultures.
MICE tourism, which stands for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions, is a
specialized niche in the travel industry that caters to business events and meetings in different
locations. This type of travel offers organizations opportunities to network while exploring new
destinations and cultures. Culinary tourism focuses on experiencing local specialties, offering a
delectable exploration of different cuisines around the world.
Team-building tourism presents a unique way to strengthen team dynamics, fostering
collaboration and communication while engaging in diverse activities in new destinations.
Finally, adventure travel caters to thrill-seekers, providing opportunities to immerse in physically
challenging activities and explore the great outdoors.
In conclusion, understanding the various types and purposes of travel enriches the overall travel
experience, offering individuals the chance to select journeys that align with their interests,
preferences, and ambitions. Each type of travel holds the potential to offer memorable
experiences, broadening horizons and fostering personal growth along the way.
3.3. True – False – False True - Not given