Travel Vocabulary

Etiquette

• The study of languages in foreign countries

• The best route to take when traveling internationally

• Accepted social behaviors and manners in different cultures

• Specific laws enforced in every countryS

Faux Pas

• A temporary passport given in emergencies

• A mistake or social blunder in etiquette

• A visa required to enter multiple countries

• A guided tour with locals

Culture shock

• Feeling relaxed and comfortable in a new culture

• A sudden urge to explore new places

• Confusion or discomfort experienced in an unfamiliar culture

• Learning a new skill to blend in with locals

Itinerary

• A mandatory guidebook for all tourists

• A detailed schedule of travel plans and destinations

• A ticket that allows unlimited travel

• A local law requiring travelers to register

Jet Lag

• Exhaustion caused by long travel hours and time zone changes

• The delay of a flight due to weather conditions

• A fear of flying in large airplanes

• The rush to board a flight on time

Visa

• A document granting permission to enter or stay in a foreign country

• A travel insurance policy

• An international currency card

• A list of destinations available in a travel package

Indigenous

• Languages spoken only in large cities

• Customs introduced by foreign visitors

• Original or native to a specific place or region

• Cultural practices adopted from other countries

Sustainable Tourism

• Traveling without a plan or schedule

• The practice of traveling during peak season

• A guided tour with luxury amenities

• Tourism focused on environmental conservation and local well-being

Expatriate (Expat)

• A person who travels internationally frequently

• A foreign visitor staying in a country for less than a month

• A local guide for tourists

• Someone who temporarily lives in a foreign country

Excursion

• A long stay in a foreign country

• An event involving local language learning

• A quick and brief trip, usually for leisure or exploration purposes

• A mandatory travel tour for all tourists