IELTS Travel Vocabulary : Useful words in IELTS Speaking
Tourism and Travel Preparation
- Tourism: The industry that concerns the operation of tours, attractions, and hospitality.
- Touring, Travel: The act of visiting places for pleasure.
- Tourist, Passenger: A person who is traveling, especially for pleasure.
- Traveller: A person who travels, especially one who visits foreign countries.
- Outing: A short trip or excursion.
- Outdoor: Located, happening, or living in the open air.
- Peak Seasons: The times of the year when most people take vacations.
- Book, Reserve: To arrange for accommodation or transportation in advance.
- In Advance: Before the usual or expected time; beforehand.
- Travel Agency: A business that organizes travel packages and vacations.
- Package Tour: A vacation in which all the details are arranged by a travel agent.
- Tour Guide: A person who leads tourists on visits to various places.
- Guided Tour: A tour led by a guide.
- Route: A planned series of stops or stages between an initial and final point.
- Trail: A path through natural areas.
- Station: A place where passengers can board or alight from a public vehicle.
- Platform: A place, typically raised, alongside a rail track where trains stop for passengers to board or alight.
- Airport: A place where aircraft take off and land.
- Flight Number: A unique identifier for a specific flight.
- Connecting Flight: A flight that connects with another flight.
- Direct Flight, Non-stop Flight: A flight that does not make any stops between its initial and final destination.
- Return Ticket: A ticket for travel to a destination and back to the starting point.
Travel Gear and Souvenirs
- Souvenir: A memento collected during travel.
- Camping: The activity of living in a tent or outdoors.
- Equipment: Necessary items for a particular activity.
- Tent: A portable shelter made of fabric.
- Rope: A length of thick cord.
- Bandage: A piece of material for wrapping an injury.
- Compass: An instrument for finding direction.
- Navigate: To determine position and direction.
- Navigation: The process of navigating.
- Knife: A cutting tool with a sharp edge.
- Helmet: Protective gear for the head.
- Walking Boots: Sturdy shoes for walking.
- Comfortable Shoes: Footwear that provides comfort.
- Dry Socks: Socks that are not wet.
- Long Trousers: Garments covering the legs down to the ankles.
- Life Jacket: A buoyant device to keep a person afloat.
- Water-proof: Resistant to the penetration of water.
- Lotion: A preparation for external application to the skin.
- Sun Block: A substance that protects skin from the sun.
- Sun Cream: A lotion to protect the skin from sunburn.
- Sunglasses: Protective eyewear to prevent sunlight from reaching the eyes.
- Sun Hat: A hat designed to protect the face and eyes from the sun.
Transportation and Travel Services
- Minibus: A small bus designed to carry passengers.
- Shuttle Bus: A bus that transports people between two fixed points.
- Double Deck Bus: A bus with two levels for passengers.
- Coach: A large bus for long-distance travel.
- Ferry: A boat used to transport passengers and vehicles.
- The Statue of Liberty: A famous monument in the United States.
- Cruise: A journey on a ship for pleasure.
- Yacht: A recreational boat.
- Canoe: A lightweight boat.
- River Cruise: A leisurely journey on a river.
- Cycling: The activity of riding a bicycle.
- Cable Car: A public transportation vehicle moved by cables.
- Caravan: A convoy of travelers or vehicles.
- Four-wheel Drive: A vehicle capable of driving on all four wheels.
Cultural and Natural Attractions
- Art Museum: An institution dedicated to the display of art.
- Art Gallery: A place where art is exhibited.
- Cathedral: A principal church.
- Church: A place of Christian worship.
- Religion: A set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe.
- Castle: A large building, usually a fortress.
- Ancient Temple: A building of historical significance, often for religious purposes.
- Village: A small residential area.
- Organic Farm: A farm that follows organic farming practices.
- Convention: A large formal meeting.
- Local Exhibition: A display of items in a specific locale.
- Exhibitor Entrance: The entrance for exhibitors at an event.
- Agriculture Fair: A fair showcasing agricultural products.
- Exposition: A public show or exhibition.
- Art Festival: A festival celebrating art.
- Little-known Local Artists: Artists from a specific area who are not widely recognized.
