Planning a Trip
An intermediate-level planning conversation. Learners hear modals of suggestion ('we could…', 'let's…'), money expressions, and travel vocabulary (itinerary, budget, accommodation).
Vocabulary
itinerary
a detailed plan of a journey, including places and times
budget
the amount of money you can spend on something
accommodation
a place to stay, like a hotel or hostel
book in advance
to arrange something before you need it
sightseeing
visiting interesting places as a tourist
Dialogue
Speaker 1
So, Emma, are you ready to plan our trip to Japan?
Speaker 2
Almost. We have two weeks and a budget of two thousand euros each.
Speaker 1
Perfect. I think we should book accommodation in advance. Hotels fill up quickly.
Speaker 2
Good idea. Maybe we can stay in small guesthouses to save money.
Speaker 1
I agree. What about the itinerary? I would love to visit Kyoto.
Speaker 2
Kyoto is a must. We could spend four days there, doing some sightseeing.
Speaker 1
And we should keep a couple of free days for spontaneous plans.
Speaker 2
Exactly. We could also take a day trip to Nara if we have time.
Speaker 1
Sounds great. What about packing?
Speaker 2
Light clothes, comfortable shoes, and a small backpack for day trips.
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Comprehension Questions
1. How long is the trip?
Two weeks
2. How much is the budget per person?
Two thousand euros
3. Which city is a 'must' according to Emma?
Kyoto
True / False
They plan to book hotels at the last minute.
False — The speaker says 'we should book accommodation in advance.'
Emma suggests staying in small guesthouses.
True — Emma says 'Maybe we can stay in small guesthouses to save money.'
Teacher Tips
- Pre-teach 'we could…' and 'let's…' as planning phrases. Recycle modal verbs of suggestion.
- After listening, students plan a short trip in pairs using the same structure (where, how long, budget, must-see places).
- Extension: present the plan to the class in a one-minute talk.
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