ACCOMMODATION

ACCOMMODATION

There are many options for accommodation when you are on holidays. Most people stay in hotels; these can be cheap or expensive, they usually have several floors, and they may have a restaurant or swimming pool. A motel is like a cheap hotel, usually with only one or two floors, and you can park your car in front of your room. Or you can stay in a bed and breakfast. These are small, quaint and cozy places that offer a place to sleep and breakfast in the morning. Often these are run by families or individuals, and they may only have a few rooms.

Budget travelers may choose to stay in hostels; these are cheaper than other types of accommodation because they offer few amenities. In European cities especially, budget hostels are a dime a dozen; you will often see several hostels on the same street. Hostels are ideal for young backpackers, who can stay in dorm beds in a room with several other travelers, for a fraction of the cost of a hotel room. Tickets can be booked online, via telephone, or you can show up in person and try your luck. However, it’s always a good idea to call ahead and check to see if there are any vacancies. That way, you waste less time and can spend more time sightseeing!

 

 

1. Read the text and check the meaning of the words you don't know.

2. Fill in the blanks with one of the following words:

 

 

1. We bought a small, old-fashioned house in a _____________ little village.

2. Hmmm. . . . I don’t want a single bed, but a double bed might be too big. Are there any other _______________?

3. You can buy a used car for a _______________ of the cost of a new one.

4. My brother is a college student. He lives in a _____________.

5. If you want to go to the Olympics, you should book your _______________ early.

 

6. I don’t want to buy six cans of soda. Can I just buy an _______________ can?

7. _______________ airlines are often cheaper, but they don’t have as many amenities as other airlines.

8. The waiter ______________ me a free glass of coffee.

9. My parents like to go _______________ when we go on vacation, but I would rather just look at the pictures.

10. You can travel to the island __________ boat or plane.

11. That sofa looks really soft and _______________.

12. Look! The sign says “____________!” We can stay in that hotel!