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The

world is a book and those who do not travel read

only one page. Augustine of Hippo
Important words: natural wonder, must see, hitchhike, souvenir,

What NATURAL wonders could you see in the following

continents or sub-continents? Africa, Asia, India, Australia, North
America, South America, Europe, Antarctica.

Which are the most interesting cities in the following continents

or sub-continents? Africa, Asia, India, Australia, North America,
South America, Europe.

How many ways of travelling around the world can you think of?
Which would be the most relaxing? Which would you prefer?

If you were travelling round the world, which three destinations

would be must sees? Any reason why?

If you were travelling round the world, are there any places you
would definitely wish to avoid? Why?

Do you usually try to bring back interesting souvenirs from your

holidays? What sort of things have you brought back?

When you are in another country, do you usually buy a phrase

book to attempt to speak the local language? Why/why not?

What would the advantages and disadvantages of living

permanently in another country?

What do you like or dislike about staying at hotels?

Where are the best hotels in your area? What's so good about
them?

Where are the cheapest hotels in your area? Why are they
cheap?

What differences would you expect between a four-star and a

two-star hotel?

Do people generally prefer to eat in hotels or in restaurants?

Why

What is your opinion of hitch-hiking? How often have you done

it? Do you think its safe?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of travelling alone

or in a group?

How often have you been camping? Describe your experience.

Do you like to go to places where there are lots of other people

or to more isolated places? Why?

Do you think all public transport should be free? What would the
advantages and disadvantages be?

Have you ever had an accident while travelling? What

happened?

If you compare the train, bus and airport systems in your

country which is the cheapest? Which is the most efficient?
Which is the safest in terms of accidents?