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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 Words Needed for TOEFL
accommodations

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

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hostel
hostel
[noun]

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

Ex: Staying at a hostel can be a great way to meet fellow travelers and share experiences from around the world .
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apartment hotel

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

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bed and breakfast

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

Ex: After a long day of sightseeing, they returned to the bed and breakfast for a restful night's sleep.
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motel
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: The motel offered complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi , catering to the needs of modern travelers .
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suite
suite
[noun]

a series of rooms, particularly in a hotel

Ex: They upgraded to a suite for their anniversary trip to enjoy the added comfort and amenities .
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resort
resort
[noun]

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

Ex: The resort has multiple restaurants , pools , and golf courses for guests to enjoy .
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check-in
check-in
[noun]

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

Ex: Do n't forget to complete the mobile check-in process before your appointment to minimize wait times at the doctor 's office .
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checkout
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 .
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concierge
concierge
[noun]

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

Ex: Guests rely on the concierge for insider tips about the city .
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desk clerk

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 .
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vacancy
vacancy
[noun]

an accommodation that is currently unoccupied and open for use

Ex: The innkeeper apologized — all vacancies had been booked .
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vacationer

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

Ex: The resort offered various activities to keep vacationers entertained throughout their stay .
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en suite
en suite
[noun]

a bathroom that is directly connected to a bedroom

Ex: Each of the hotel's deluxe rooms includes an en suite for guest comfort.
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lounge
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: The airline offers access to its exclusive lounge for first-class passengers .
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lobby
lobby
[noun]

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

Ex: The hotel 's grand lobby was adorned with marble floors and chandeliers .
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housekeeping

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

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maid
maid
[noun]

a female servant

Ex: The hotel employed several maids to maintain the cleanliness of the guest rooms and common areas .
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all-inclusive
all-inclusive
[Adjective]

including everyone or everything, particularly for a single price

Ex: They chose an all-inclusive cruise , so they would n't have to worry about additional costs for food and entertainment .
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minibar
minibar
[noun]

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

Ex: As part of the hotel 's amenities , guests could enjoy complimentary items from the minibar, replenished daily for their enjoyment .
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room service

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: The room service menu included a variety of options , from snacks to full meals .
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low season

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

Ex: Airlines offer discounts on flights during the low season.
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high season

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

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to backpack

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

Ex: They made a spontaneous decision to backpack through the remote villages of the Himalayas .
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reservation

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: His reservation was canceled due to a payment issue .
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cancelation

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

Ex: The theater issued a full refund following the cancellation of the play.
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to overbook

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

Ex: I didn’t realize they had overbooked the tour until we arrived and found no seats.
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duty-free
duty-free
[Adjective]

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

Ex: The duty-free area of the airport is popular among tourists looking for souvenirs and gifts .
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cruise
cruise
[noun]

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

Ex: The cruise director organized daily activities and events to keep passengers entertained during the transatlantic crossing .
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excursion
excursion
[noun]

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

Ex: The family took an excursion to the beach , enjoying the sun and sand .
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to get away

to go on vacation away from home

Ex: She took the opportunity to get away from the office for a week in Europe.
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itinerary
itinerary
[noun]

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 .
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bellhop
bellhop
[noun]

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

Ex: She called the front desk and requested a bellhop to assist with checkout .
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to sightsee

to visit interesting and well-known places

Ex: Last summer , the group sightseed along the historical sites .
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touristy
touristy
[Adjective]

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

Ex: She wanted to avoid the touristy areas and experience the city like a local .
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hitchhiking

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

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