15 useful English phrases for travel

​Particularly useful if you are travelling to the UK or discussing your travels in English

15 useful English phrases for travel

​To get away from it all

all is the usual, the routine, your day to day life.

​Value for money

the best combination of cost and quality that meet your travel needs.

​Set off

(phrasal verb) -- to begin your journey

​Travel light

-- to pack only what you really need

​Tourist trap

-- it refers to areas or establishments that provide goods and entertainment for tourists, often at higher prices.

​Bucket list

list of things you would really like to do

​Hit the road

to set off on a journey, often, but not always by road.

​Grotty area

an area that is not very pleasant and possibly not safe

​Off the beaten track

To explore places that might be slightly secluded* and less travelled

​*hidden or secret place / away from others

​Out of season

It refers to a time of year when a place may be less popular to visit due to weather or other factors.

​Hop on/ Hop off

A hop-on/hop-off bus is a sightseeing bus that enables you to get on and off as you please. Your ticket offers you the incredible opportunity to sightsee at your own pace, without having to stay on the bus or in a group.

​Within walking distance

close enough to reach by walking

​Do as the locals do

Embrace the customs of the area you are visiting

​Put somebody up

To provide somebody with a place to stay for a short time

See you off

To accompany them to their point of departure