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Traveling | Asking for information

March 20th, 2017 in English Learning

At the tourist information office

The phrases and expressions given in this lesson will be useful to you when you are at a tourist information office.

  • We’re looking for accommodation.
  • Are there any lodges near here?
  • We need somewhere to stay.
  • Do you have a list of affordable hotels in the city?
  • Do you have a map of the city?

Events and activities

  • What are you interested in?
  • I’d like to see the monuments in the city. Have you got a map of them?
  • I’m interested in shopping. Where is the main shopping area?
  • Are there any exhibitions / programs / events on at the moment?
  • Do you have any brochures on the local attractions?
  • Can you recommend a good south Indian restaurant?

Phrases for various types of travel

Here are some general phrases useful for various types of travel.

  • Where’s the ticket office / railway station / bus station / airport?
  • Where do I get the bus to Chennai from?
  • What time is the next bus to Birmingham?
  • This train has been cancelled.
  • The flight has been delayed.
  • What time does the train arrive?
  • What time do we arrive?
  • Do you suffer from motion sickness? / Do you ever get travel sick?
  • What time does the train depart?
  • How long does the journey take?
  • Enjoy your stay!
  • Have a nice journey!
  • Enjoy your trip!
  • Have a pleasant stay!