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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 6-7) - Travel and Tourism

Here, you will learn some English words related to Travel and Tourism that are necessary for the Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for Academic IELTS (6-7)
charter
charter
[noun]

the renting of a plane, ship, etc.

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hostel
hostel
[noun]

a place or building that provides cheap food and accommodations for visitors

Ex: The hostel in the city center offers dormitory-style rooms and is a popular choice among backpackers.Ā 
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suite
suite
[noun]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

Ex: The newlyweds stayed in a luxurious honeymoon suite with a stunning ocean view.Ā 
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gate
gate
[noun]

a part of an airport or terminal that passengers go through to get on or off a plane, train, or bus

Ex: He read a book while waiting at the gate for his flight.Ā 
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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.Ā 
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excursion
excursion
[noun]

a short trip taken for pleasure, particularly one arranged for a group of people

Ex: The school organized an excursion to the science museum for the students.Ā 
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campground

an outdoor space with facilities for camping, such as tent or RV sites, and amenities like toilets and fire pits

Ex: The campground, nestled beside a serene lake, offered campers a peaceful retreat with stunning views of nature.Ā 
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monument
monument
[noun]

a place or building that is historically important

Ex: The Eiffel Tower is a famous monument in Paris, attracting millions of tourists each year.Ā 
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expedition

a journey carefully organized for a specific purpose, such as exploration or research

Ex: The team set out on an expedition to the Arctic.Ā 
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voyage
voyage
[noun]

a long journey taken on a ship or spacecraft

Ex: The space mission was a historic voyage to the International Space Station.Ā 
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itinerary
itinerary
[noun]

a plan of the route and the places that one will visit on a journey

Ex: The tour company sent us a detailed itinerary, breaking down our day-to-day activities and highlighting the main attractions.Ā 
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courier
courier
[noun]

a person employed by a travel agency to help and look after the tourists

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rucksack
rucksack
[noun]

a bag designed for carrying on the back, usually used by those who go hiking or climbing

Ex: She packed her rucksack with all the essentials for the weekend hike.Ā 
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inn
inn
[noun]

a small hotel, especially located in the countryside

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vacationer

a person who is on vacation or holiday, typically traveling away from home for leisure or relaxation

Ex: The beach was crowded with vacationers enjoying the sunny weather.Ā 
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to explore

to visit places one has never seen before

Ex: She explores new neighborhoods every weekend to discover hidden gems.Ā 
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to navigate

to travel across or on an area of water by a ship or boat

Ex: The cruise ship successfully navigated through the narrow channels of the fjord.Ā 
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to depart
to depart
[Verb]

to leave a location, particularly to go on a trip or journey

Ex: The train is scheduled to depart from the station at 3:00 PM.Ā 
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to cruise
to cruise
[Verb]

to go on vacation by a ship or boat

Ex: For their anniversary, the couple decided to cruise around the Caribbean.Ā 
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to sail
to sail
[Verb]

to travel on water using the power of wind or an engine

Ex: The sailboat gracefully sailed across the open sea, propelled by the ocean breeze.Ā 
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to camp
to camp
[Verb]

to make a temporary home or shelter, usually outdoors or in the wild

Ex: Every year, scouts from the local troop camp near the lake, practicing outdoor survival skills.Ā 
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to backpack

to hike or travel carrying one's clothes, etc. in a backpack

Ex: During their gap year, they decided to backpack through Southeast Asia.Ā 
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to lay over

to temporary stop or pause during a journey

Ex: We often lay over in Chicago when flying to the East Coast.Ā 
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to hitchhike

to travel by getting free rides in passing vehicles, typically by standing at the side of the road and signaling drivers to stop

Ex: During their backpacking adventure, they decided to hitchhike through Europe to experience the local culture more intimately.Ā 
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to embark
to embark
[Verb]

to board a plane or ship

Ex: After completing the check-in process, the passengers can embark the train to their destination.Ā 
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to disembark

(off passengers) to get off a plane, train, or ship once it has reached its destination

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to traverse

to move across or through in a specified direction

Ex: To reach the remote village, they had to traverse dense forests and cross several rivers on their expedition.Ā 
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to compass

to travel or navigate around something in a circular course

Ex: The cyclist aimed to compass the entire island, pedaling along its coastal roads and mountain trails.Ā 
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