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Solutions - Advanced - Unit 7 - 7G

Here you will find the vocabulary from Unit 7 - 7G in the Solutions Advanced coursebook, such as "safari", "trek", "lounge", etc.

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holiday
holiday
[noun]

a period of time away from home or work, typically to relax, have fun, and do activities that one enjoys

Ex: Taking a holiday in the mountains is a great way to escape the city and unwind. 
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beach
beach
[noun]

an area of sand or small stones next to a sea or a lake

Ex: I buried my feet in the warm sand at the beach. 
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Caribbean
Caribbean
[noun]

a sea or body of water located between North and South America, which is connected to the Atlantic Ocean

Ex: They spent their vacation sailing through the clear waters of the Caribbean. 
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cruise
cruise
[noun]

a journey taken by a ship for pleasure, especially one involving several destinations

Ex: They booked a Caribbean cruise for their honeymoon, eager to explore tropical islands and relax on luxurious cruise liners. 
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city break

a short vacation or trip typically taken in a city, often for a weekend or a few days, to explore the sights and attractions

Ex: They took a city break during the holiday season to experience the Christmas markets. 
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road trip
road trip
[noun]

a trip taken by car, typically for leisure or vacation purposes, where the primary mode of transportation is driving on roads and highways

Ex: They took a road trip across the country to explore new cities. 
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safari
safari
[noun]

a journey, typically for observing and photographing wild animals in their natural habitat, especially in African countries

Ex: Going on safari offers an unforgettable adventure, immersing travelers in the breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife of exotic destinations like Africa. 
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sightseeing

the activity of visiting interesting places in a particular location as a tourist

Ex: Our vacation itinerary included two days of sightseeing in Barcelona. 
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tour
tour
[noun]

a journey for pleasure, during which we visit several different places

Ex: He booked a tour to explore the best surf spots on the island. 
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skiing
skiing
[noun]

the activity or sport of moving over snow on skis

Ex: He took up skiing as a hobby and now spends every weekend on the mountain. 
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spa
spa
[noun]

a commercial establishment that offers a range of services related to health, beauty, and relaxation, such as massages, facials, saunas, and hot tubs

Ex: She booked a relaxing weekend at the spa to unwind. 
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trek
trek
[noun]

a difficult and lengthy journey, often taken on foot or by hiking

Ex: They embarked on a challenging trek through the mountains. 
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villa
villa
[noun]

a country house that has a large garden, particularly the one located in southern Europe or warm regions

Ex: They spent their summer vacation in a beautiful villa overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, surrounded by lush gardens. 
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to admire
to admire
[Verb]

to express respect toward someone or something often due to qualities, achievements, etc.

Ex: She admires her grandmother for her wisdom and strength in facing life's challenges. 
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scenery
scenery
[noun]

the painted hangings at the background and the accessories on a theater stage

Ex: The director spent hours discussing the scenery for the upcoming play. 
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to get away from

to start talking about something that is different from the topic of the discussion

Ex: During the meeting, he tried to get away from the budget issues and discuss potential marketing strategies. 
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to sample
to sample
[Verb]

to take a small portion or specimen of something for examination, testing, or as a representation of a larger whole

Ex: The scientist will sample the soil to analyze its composition. 
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local
local
[Adjective]

related or belonging to a particular area or place that someone lives in or mentions

Ex: The local bakery is known for its freshly baked bread and pastries. 
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to [try] {one's} hand at  {sth}

to attempt to do something that one has no experience in

Ex: She decided to try her hand at pottery during the weekend workshop. 
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water sport

any recreational or competitive activity that takes place on or in water such as swimming and rowing

Ex: She enjoys trying different water sports, like kayaking and paddleboarding. 
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to [take] a dip in the sea

to briefly swim or wade in the sea for leisure or recreation

Ex: After a long day of sightseeing, we decided to take a dip in the sea to cool off. 
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to take in

to observe something with one's eyes, often paying close attention to the details

Ex: The scientist took in the details of the microscopic organisms under the microscope. 
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to [hit] the slopes

to go skiing or snowboarding on a mountain slope, typically for leisure or recreation

Ex: After a long week of work, they were excited to hit the slopes for the weekend. 
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to [put] {one's} foot up

to elevate one's foot in order to rest or relax

Ex: She put her foot up and took a nap to recover from the long drive. 
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to lounge
to lounge
[Verb]

to relax in a comfortable way

Ex: On weekends, she likes to lounge by the pool with a good book. 
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pool
pool
[noun]

a container of water that people can swim in

Ex: The community center has an indoor pool where families can enjoy swimming together regardless of the weather outside. 
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