Travel English Vocabulary Quiz
12 multiple-choice questions on airport vocabulary, hotel English, transport, booking terms and travel phrases. B1 level.
This quiz focuses on how the target vocabulary for Travel English is actually used in context at B1 level, rather than testing bare definitions. Correct answers you will need to identify include terms such as Check-in, A document that allows you to get on a plane, Hand luggage / carry-on, A private bathroom attached to the bedroom and Visa, each embedded in a full example sentence so you have to judge meaning from context, not just recognise an isolated word.
Working through all 12 questions and checking the explanations in the FAQ below is a quick way to spot any terms you are still unsure of. Revisiting the quiz again after a day or two, rather than only once, is one of the most reliable ways to move new vocabulary from passive recognition into words you can use confidently yourself in speaking and writing.
Travel English — FAQ
What vocabulary do you need at an airport in English?
Key airport vocabulary: check-in, boarding pass, gate, departure lounge, arrivals/departures board, security check, customs, passport control, baggage claim, hand luggage/carry-on, hold luggage/checked baggage, terminal, runway, delayed, cancelled, boarding, transit, and layover. Phrases: 'Which gate is my flight at?', 'My bag is missing.'
What are the most useful hotel vocabulary words?
Essential hotel vocabulary: reception/front desk, check-in, check-out, reservation/booking, single/double/twin room, suite, concierge, room service, housekeeping, amenities, key card, minibar, en-suite (private bathroom), full board (all meals), half board (breakfast and dinner), bed and breakfast. Phrases: 'I have a reservation.', 'What time is check-out?'
What is the difference between 'trip', 'journey' and 'voyage'?
'Travel' is the general uncountable noun. 'Trip' is a short journey to a place and back (a business trip). 'Journey' focuses on the process of travelling from one place to another. 'Voyage' refers to a long journey by sea or in space. 'Excursion' is a short organised trip.
What phrases do you use for asking directions in English?
Useful direction phrases: 'Excuse me, how do I get to...?', 'Where is the nearest...?', 'Is it far?', 'Take the first/second turning on the left/right.', 'Go straight on.', 'Turn left/right at the traffic lights.', 'It's on the corner of...', 'It's about ten minutes' walk from here.'
What vocabulary is used for booking travel?
Online booking vocabulary: search, availability, one-way/return ticket, outbound/inbound, flexible dates, fare class (economy, business, first), seat selection, cancellation policy, refundable/non-refundable, booking reference/confirmation number, add-ons, travel insurance. 'Book' and 'reserve' are often synonymous in travel contexts.
What are common travel problems in English?
Common problems: delayed/cancelled flight, lost luggage, overbooking, missed connection, no vacancies (hotel full), travel sickness, jet lag, pickpocketing. Useful phrases: 'My flight has been cancelled.', 'My bag hasn't arrived.', 'I've missed my connection.', 'I'd like to make a complaint.'
What is the difference between 'visa' and 'passport'?
A passport is an official document confirming your identity and citizenship for international travel. A visa is an official permission granted by a foreign country allowing you to enter, stay, or work there. A travel document is any official document used for international travel.
What vocabulary is used at passport control?
Passport control vocabulary: border control, immigration, customs declaration, nothing to declare/goods to declare, duty-free allowance, prohibited items, transit passenger, return ticket, proof of accommodation, purpose of visit, length of stay, entry stamp. Common questions: 'What is the purpose of your visit?', 'How long do you intend to stay?'
What vocabulary describes different types of accommodation?
Accommodation types: hotel (full-service), hostel (budget, shared rooms), bed and breakfast/B&B, motel (roadside hotel), guesthouse, self-catering apartment/holiday let, villa, campsite/campground, holiday park, resort, youth hostel, homestay, and Airbnb/serviced apartment. 'No vacancy' means all rooms are taken.
What are some useful travel idioms in English?
Travel idioms: 'off the beaten track' (away from tourist areas), 'hit the road' (start travelling), 'it's a small world' (surprising coincidence meeting someone abroad), 'live out of a suitcase' (travel constantly), 'travel light' (pack very little), and 'plain sailing' (going smoothly).