Shadowing Practice: English Conversation for Travel and Tourism - Learn English Speaking with YouTube
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Summer Vacation Planning Oh, and let's finally plan our summer vacation.
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Summer Vacation Planning Oh, and let's finally plan our summer vacation.
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The kids are already asking.
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Good idea.
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Where are you thinking this year?
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I was picturing Cancun.
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Warm beaches, clear water.
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It sounds perfect for all four of us.
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Cancun, I love it.
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When should we go?
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I was thinking August.
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August works for me, too.
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Now, for where to stay,
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we need a good place.
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Right.
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And we have to keep our budget in mind.
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Around $3,000 for the accommodation, right?
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Yeah, maybe $3,500.
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And it must have a pool.
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The kids will spend all day there.
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Definitely a pool.
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Maybe a gym for us, too?
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Good call.
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What about the room?
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We can't all fit in a single room.
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No, we'll need space.
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Maybe a family suite or two connecting double rooms.
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Yes, a suite would be ideal,
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so we have a bit more space.
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Booking a suite Camilla, you have to see this.
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I think I found our perfect family vacation spot in Cancun.
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Oh, what is it?
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It's called Paradise Palms Resort.
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The pictures are incredible.
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And they have suites that would be perfect for us and the kids.
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Look.
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Wow, that looks amazing Right?
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I'm thinking of calling them now to check availability and get more details Good idea!
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Ask about a suite with two separate bedrooms,
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one for us and one for the kids Got it.
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Let's make this happen Paradise Palms Resort.
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This is Sophia.
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How may I help you?
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Hello, I'm calling about your suites.
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My wife, two kids, and I are planning a trip to Cancun.
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We're looking for a suite with two separate bedrooms.
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Ideally, one with a king bed for us and another with two single beds for our children.
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Do you have anything like that available for six nights in mid-August?
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Yes, we do have our family Ocean View suites that fit that description perfectly.
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Let me check the calendar for mid-August.
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Yes, we have availability from August 15th to the 21st. Excellent.
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What kind of services and amenities does the resort offer?
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Our resort is all-inclusive.
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We have multiple restaurants, a kids' club with supervised activities,
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two large pools, direct beach access,
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a fitness center, and water sports.
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Sounds fantastic.
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And what would be the total price for that Family Ocean View Suite for six nights, including everything?
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For those dates, the total for the Family Ocean View Suite,
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all-inclusive for four people, would be $3,850.
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Okay, and how do you handle payments?
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We require a 25% deposit to confirm your booking payable by credit card.
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With the remaining balance due upon check-in.
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All right.
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That sounds great.
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I'd like to book the Family Ocean View Suite for August 15th to the 21st. Wonderful.
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I can process that for you now.
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May I have your name and credit card details, please?
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Certainly.
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My name is Owen Miller.
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Checking in at the airport.
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Here we are at the airport ready for our vacation.
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I can't wait to get on the plane.
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I'm so excited.
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Me too.
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Okay, let's check in.
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Look, there's the counter for our flight.
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Hi there.
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Where are you folks off to today?
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Hello.
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Heading to Cancun for a much-needed vacation.
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Ah, Cancun.
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Great choice.
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Alright, if you could please hand over your passports and your booking confirmation,
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I can get you all checked in.
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Here you go.
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It's Owen, Camilla, Leo, and Mia Miller.
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Got it.
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Owen, Camilla, Leo, and Mia.
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Looks like you're all set for Flight WS-123 to Cancun.
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Do you have any checked bags for us today?
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Yes, we have two large suitcases.
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Owen, can you pop them on the scale?
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On it.
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Hope they're not too heavy.
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Camilla packed half her closet.
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And yours?
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Just essentials, darling.
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No worries at all.
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Both look good.
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Well within the limit.
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Excellent.
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These are tagged right through to Cancun.
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You won't see them again until baggage claim there.
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Fantastic.
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And here are your passports and boarding passes.
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You're all in row 15.
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The gate number for your flight is gate B12.
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Boarding will begin at 10.30 a.m.
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Perfect.
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Thank you so much.
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Is there anything else we need to know?
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Just head through security, then make your way to the gate.
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Have a wonderful, relaxing time in Cancun.
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Thanks a lot.
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Thanks.
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Have a great day.
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Checking in at the hotel.
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Hola.
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Hola.
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Welcome to the Paradise Palms Resort.
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How can I help you today?
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Hi there.
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We're here to check in.
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My name is Owen Miller.
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We're from Chicago.
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Ah, Mr. Miller, wonderful.
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Let me just pull up your reservation.
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Okay, I see it here.
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Owen Miller, family of four.
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You have a family Ocean View suite all inclusive from August 15 to the 21st?
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Is that correct?
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That's us.
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Perfect.
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We're so excited to be here.
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The kids have been talking about this trip for months.
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Excellent!
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We're delighted to have you!
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Your room number is 703 on the 7th floor.
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It has a beautiful view of the ocean.
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I think you'll love it!
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Sounds amazing!
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Here is your room key card.
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These are also your all-inclusive passes for all meals and drinks at our restaurants.
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Breakfast is served from 7am to 11am at the main buffet.
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Lunch is from 12 p.m to 3 p.m and dinner starts at 6 p.m.
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Got it.
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So, we just show these passes for food.
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Exactly.
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And if you need towels for the pool or beach,
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you can get them at the towel hut by the main pool area.
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Just show your room key there, too.
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Great.
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Thanks.
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Is there anything else we should know right away?
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Not for now.
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Just relax and enjoy your stay.
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Bell staff will be happy to help you with your luggage.
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They can take it right up to your room.
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Awesome.
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Thank you so much.
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You're very welcome, Mr. Miller.
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Have a fantastic vacation in Cancun.
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We will.
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Thanks again.
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Describing room facilities Welcome to your suite.
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Should I put your luggage on the bed?
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No, please put it by the bed.
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Certainly.
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Thank you so much.
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It's even better than the pictures.
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Here is the master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom.
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And for the young ones,
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their own room is just there,
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with twin beds and a separate bathroom.
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It's perfect!
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I love our room!
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It looks amazing!
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The mini bar is right over there, beside the TV.
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The remote control is on the cabinet.
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The air conditioning control panel is right next to the door.
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You'll also find disposable slippers,
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towels, and bathrobes in the closet.
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Should you need anything, simply dial zero for reception.
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Excellent!
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Everything seems to be in order.
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This is wonderful!
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Actually, could we possibly get a few more hangers?
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We have quite a lot of clothes.
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Of course, Mrs. Miller.
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I'll send some up right away.
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Is there anything else I can assist you with for now?
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No, I think that's everything.
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Thank you.
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My pleasure.
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Enjoy your stay.
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Booking a tour Hello, Cancun Tours.
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This is Juan.
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How can I help you?
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Hi Juan!
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My name is Owen Miller.
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I'm a tourist here from Chicago.
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I'm looking to book a tour for my family.
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Welcome to Cancun, Mr. Miller.
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What kind of tour are you interested in?
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We want something fun, maybe a bit of history,
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but not too long for the kids.
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I see.
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For families, our Chichen Itza and Cenote trip is very popular.
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It's a full day but very interesting.
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Chichen Itza.
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What exactly is that?
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And a cenote?
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Chichen Itza is an ancient Mayan city,
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famous for its big pyramid.
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It's really impressive to see.
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And a cenote is a natural swimming hole,
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like a cave with clear fresh water.
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Oh, that sounds cool.
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How long does the whole trip usually take?
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It's a full day tour.
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We usually pick you up around 7am and bring you back by 6pm.
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So, about 11 hours total.
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11 hours, huh?
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That's a bit long, but if it's interesting,
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maybe it's okay What's included in the price?
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It includes run-trip transportation from your hotel,
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a certified guide, entrance fees to Chichen Itza and the Cenote,
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and a delicious buffet lunch Nice,
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that sounds pretty complete What's the best day to go?
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Are some days less crowded?
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Yes, Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually a bit quieter than other days.
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The weekends can get very busy.
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Okay, good to know.
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And the big question, how much does it cost for my family?
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That's two adults and two kids, ages 6 and 10.
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For adults, it's $99 per person.
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For children aged 4 to 11,
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it's half price, so $49.50 each.
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So, that's $99 for me, $99 for my wife,
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and then $49.50 for each kid.
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Okay, that's $297.
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How do I book it?
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You can book it right now over the phone,
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or I can send you a link to our website.
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What day are you thinking of?
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Let me talk to my wife first.
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I'll call you back in a bit.
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Thanks, Juan.
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You're welcome, Mr. Miller.
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Looking forward to hearing from you.
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Asking for directions.
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Good morning.
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I'm looking for the hotel gym.
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Could you tell me where it's located?
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Good morning.
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Of course.
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The gym is located on the basement level of the hotel.
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Oh, okay.
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And how do I get down there from here?
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You can take the elevator just around the corner, past the lobby lounge.
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Once you exit the elevator,
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you'll see signs leading directly to the gym entrance.
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It's quite straightforward.
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Perfect.
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Thank you.
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One more thing.
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Do I need my room keycard to access it or is it open?
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Can our towels and water provide it inside?
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Yes, you'll need your room key card for access.
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And absolutely, fresh towels and water are always available inside for guests.
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That's great to hear.
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What about the operating hours?
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Is it open all day or does it have specific times?
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The gym is open 24 hours a day,
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7 days a week for your convenience.
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Wonderful!
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That's all very helpful.
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Thank you so much for the information.
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You're very welcome.
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Enjoy your workout.
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Housekeeping Services.
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Housekeeping!
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How may I help you?
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Hi, this is Camilla Miller from room 703.
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I have some clothes here I'd like to have washed.
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Certainly, Mrs. Miller.
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Do you have the laundry bag in the service form?
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They're usually located in the closet.
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Oh, yes, I see them now.
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What do I need to do with them?
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Please place all the items you wish to have cleaned into the laundry bag.
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Then fill out the form.
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Okay, so fill out the form,
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put the clothes in the bag, and then what?
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Once everything is ready, you can leave the bag outside your door.
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Our staff collects them throughout the morning.
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Got it.
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Fill out the form, bag the clothes, and leave it outside.
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Thank you so much!
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You're most welcome, Mrs. Neller.
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Is there anything else I can assist you with?
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No, that's everything.
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Thanks again.
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Have a pleasant day.
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You too!
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This video provides a practical scenario for those looking to improve their English speaking skills, especially for travel and tourism contexts. Engaging in conversations about vacation planning can enhance your vocabulary related to travel arrangements, accommodations, and family needs. By practicing with this video, learners can gain confidence in discussing travel plans, an essential skill for anyone planning to travel to English-speaking countries. Utilizing a shadowing app while watching the video allows you to listen and repeat phrases, enabling you to fine-tune your pronunciation and intonation. This method, known as the shadowing technique, is particularly effective for developing fluency in English speaking practice.
Grammar & Expressions in Context
In this travel conversation, several key grammatical structures and expressions are used that are relevant for learners:
- Future Plans: "I was thinking August." This structure helps convey intentions and plans. Using phrases like "I am planning to...," or "I am thinking of..." will also be beneficial.
- Budgeting: "We need to keep our budget in mind." This expression is useful for discussing constraints and making decisions based on financial limitations. Understanding how to express your budget in English is key during travel discussions.
- Room Types: "We need a family suite or two connecting double rooms." Familiarity with hotel terminology can help you effectively communicate your accommodation preferences, especially during trips.
- Checking Availability: "Do you have anything like that available?" This phrase is essential for inquiries commonly made when planning travel.
By practicing these structures, you can enhance your IELTS speaking practice as they are also frequently applicable in exam scenarios.
Common Pronunciation Traps
While practicing with the video, learners may encounter some challenging words and phrases. Pay special attention to:
- Cancun: This popular tourist destination can be mispronounced. Emphasize the 'can' and 'coon' syllables distinctly.
- Accommodation: A long word that typically trips up many learners. Break it into smaller parts: ac-com-mo-da-tion.
- Availability: This word can blend together in speech. Focus on clearly enunciating each syllable.
While using the video to improve your pronunciation, employ the shadow speech technique by repeating after the speaker. This will help you become more comfortable with these tricky words and enhance your overall communication skills.
What is the Shadowing Technique?
Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.
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