Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Travel and Tourism

Here you will learn some English words about travel and tourism, such as "hostel", "resort", "lobby", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL

a place to stay in for a short period, often with food or other services

hostel [noun]

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

Ex: The hostel provides free breakfast every morning , allowing visitors to start their day without extra costs .

a hotel with apartments that one can rent for an indefinite amount of time

a small hotel or guesthouse that provides the residents with a resting place and breakfast

Ex: She preferred the charm of a bed and breakfast over a large hotel .
motel [noun]

a hotel near the road suitable for people who are on a road trip, usually with rooms arranged in a row and parking places outside

Ex: She checked into a quaint motel on the outskirts of town , charmed by its retro decor and friendly staff .
suite [noun]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

Ex: Our suite included a spacious living area , a kitchen , and a private balcony .
resort [noun]

an establishment that provides vacationers with lodging, food, entertainment, etc.

Ex: The resort offers spa treatments to help guests unwind and relax .
check-in [noun]

the process of arriving at a location such as an airport, a hotel, etc., and reporting one's presence

Ex: Online check-in is available for this event , allowing participants to skip the registration line on the day of the conference .
checkout [noun]

the time when a guest should leave a hotel room, pay the bills, and return the key

Ex: During checkout , guests have the opportunity to provide feedback on their stay through our satisfaction survey .

a hotel employee who assists guests by arranging services such as reservations, tours, tickets, or recommendations

Ex: A good concierge can make a guest 's stay much more enjoyable .

the receptionist of a hotel, who is responsible for greeting and assisting visitors, answering phones, etc.

Ex: During the late shift , the desk clerk at the motel handled guest inquiries and ensured security protocols were followed diligently .
vacancy [noun]

an accommodation that is currently unoccupied and open for use

Ex:

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

Ex: Vacationers often seek out new experiences and cultural attractions while traveling .
en suite [noun]

a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom

Ex: The guest room came with its own en suite , perfect for visitors .
lounge [noun]

a comfortable area, often in an airport or hotel, where people can relax, wait, or socialize, typically offering seating, refreshments, and sometimes Wi-Fi

Ex: Business travelers often use the airport lounge to catch up on work before flights .
lobby [noun]

the area just inside the entrance of a public building such as a hotel, etc.

Ex: She sat in the lobby , sipping her coffee and watching people come and go .

the department tasked with cleaning rooms, etc. in a hotel, hospital, etc.

maid [noun]

a female servant

Ex: As a live-in maid , she took care of the family 's cleaning , cooking , and childcare needs .
all-inclusive [adjective]

including everyone or everything, particularly for a single price

Ex: She appreciated the all-inclusive nature of the conference , which included all meals , materials , and workshops .
minibar [noun]

a small refrigerator in a hotel room with different types of drinks or snacks inside

Ex: The minibar in our suite was equipped with premium spirits and gourmet snacks , perfect for a late-night indulgence .

a hotel service where guests can order food, drinks, or other amenities to be delivered to their room, typically from a menu provided by the hotel

Ex: Room service is convenient for travelers arriving late at night who are hungry .

the time of the year that a hotel, resort, etc. has the least visitors and prices are lower than normal

Ex: They prefer to travel in the low season to avoid crowds .

the time of the year that visiting a hotel, attraction, etc. is in high demand and the prices are high

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

Ex: The friends embarked on a journey to backpack through the national parks of the United States .

the act of arranging something, such as a seat or a hotel room to be kept for you to use later at a particular time

Ex: Due to high demand , we were unable to get a reservation at our favorite cafe for Sunday brunch .

the act of stopping a planned event from happening or an order for something from being completed

Ex: I received a notification about the cancelation of my reservation at the restaurant .

to sell more tickets or accept more reservations than the available number of seats, rooms, etc.

Ex: The cruise line often overbooks , hoping that some passengers will cancel .
duty-free [adjective]

(of goods) able to be imported without paying tax on them

Ex: Duty-free stores offer a wide range of products , including alcohol , tobacco , cosmetics , and electronics .
cruise [noun]

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

Ex: The river cruise took passengers through picturesque villages and historic landmarks along the Rhine River .

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

Ex: The cruise included several excursions to explore different islands .

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

Ex: The travel agent listened to our interests and tailored an itinerary that focused on wildlife and nature reserves .
bellhop [noun]

a person who is employed by a hotel to carry the guests' baggage to their rooms

Ex: A friendly bellhop greeted them at the hotel entrance .

to visit interesting and well-known places

Ex: The family is currently sightseeing in the city 's famous landmarks .
touristy [adjective]

intended for, visited by, or attractive to tourists, in a way that one does not like it

Ex: The restaurant was too touristy for their taste , with high prices and mediocre food .

a means of traveling by standing at the side of a road and signaling passing cars to stop and asking them to give one a ride, which is usually free