Luyện nghe tiếng anh - English Listening Practice - Level B1 - Travel and Adventure

Kun - Luyện Nghe Tiếng Anh
27 Nov 202424:40

Summary

TLDRThe transcript offers a variety of personal travel and work experiences, featuring guides and holidaymakers in different locations. From Costa Rica's rainforest tours and Cornwall's hotel management to a South African cosmetic surgery trip and Australian organic farming, each individual shares their unique challenges and highlights. With anecdotes about travel mishaps, cultural insights, and adventurous holidays, the script provides an engaging glimpse into diverse travel experiences, the hospitality industry, and the significance of vacations for personal growth and connection with nature.

Takeaways

  • 😀 A guide working in Costa Rica describes the challenges and rewards of leading rainforest tours, including dealing with difficult guests and some safety incidents.
  • 😀 A hotel manager in Cornwall shares her frustrations with hotel management, including complaints from guests, theft, and the difficulty of taking vacations.
  • 😀 Alan, a holidaymaker, travels to Cape Town for cosmetic surgery and a safari, emphasizing the importance of self-care and the enjoyment of wildlife experiences.
  • 😀 Emily, an editor from a women's magazine, spends time working on an organic farm in Australia, learning about farming and experiencing a more active and healthy lifestyle.
  • 😀 Ellen, a frequent visitor to Delhi, recommends various must-see locations, such as the Red Fort and the Taj Mahal, and suggests using Rickshaws and trains for transportation.
  • 😀 A hotel manager discusses the challenges of selecting and offering different types of accommodations to guests in Vancouver, from luxury hotels to budget hostels.
  • 😀 A tourist in Auckland is provided with options for activities such as dolphin watching, bungee jumping, and skydiving, with pricing details and availability provided for each.
  • 😀 A customer books a skydiving session in Auckland, receiving a student discount and confirming the date and details of the booking.
  • 😀 A coffee business owner in Ireland discusses sourcing high-quality coffee beans from Brazil to improve the flavor of his cafes, and his plans for expanding his business.
  • 😀 A visitor to Brazil enjoys an itinerary including a coffee plantation visit and looks forward to tasting coffee, alongside exploring the city's opportunities for business and tourism.

Q & A

  • What is the main job of the person featured at the beginning of the script?

    -The person works as a guide for a company that organizes rainforest holidays in Costa Rica. They have lived in the country for three years and have worked in other Central American countries as well.

  • What is the most challenging part of being a guide in the rainforest?

    -The most challenging part of the job is dealing with difficult guests, many of whom have never been in a rainforest before, and managing emergency situations, such as when two guests got lost for two days.

  • What kind of vacation did the second person featured in the script have?

    -The second person, a hotel manager, mentioned that managing a hotel in Cornwall is stressful due to constant complaints, thefts, and the challenge of getting time off. She and her husband plan to close the hotel for two weeks to go skiing.

  • Why did Alan choose to go to Cape Town for his holiday?

    -Alan, who works in advertising, chose to go to Cape Town for cosmetic surgery to improve his appearance. After his surgery, he also went on a Safari in South Africa.

  • What was Emily's motivation for choosing an organic farm holiday in Australia?

    -Emily chose the organic farm holiday because she was tired of traditional package holidays and wanted a different kind of experience. She also had an interest in learning about organic farming.

  • What was Emily's experience like at the organic farm?

    -Emily found the organic farm holiday physically demanding but rewarding. She worked five hours a day, six days a week, and by the end of her two-week stay, she felt incredibly fit and healthy.

  • What travel advice did Ellen give about Delhi?

    -Ellen recommended staying in Connaught Place and using rickshaws to get around Delhi, as they are quicker than taxis. She also suggested visiting the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid mosque, as well as taking a day trip to see the Taj Mahal in Agra.

  • What did Alan experience during his holiday in Cape Town?

    -Alan's holiday in Cape Town began with a facelift surgery, followed by a relaxing second week by the pool. In the third week, he went on a Safari and saw many wild animals in their natural habitat.

  • What activities are available for tourists in Auckland, according to the script?

    -Tourists in Auckland can go on a dolphin-watching trip, try bungee jumping from the Harbor Bridge, go skydiving, or visit the underwater world aquarium.

  • What was the reason for the tourist deciding to book skydiving in Auckland?

    -The tourist decided to book skydiving after hearing about it from the travel agent. They had always wanted to try skydiving, and the agent provided details about the cost, the process, and the safety measures.

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