B2 – Upper Intermediate
Practical advice for travelers who want to explore the world without breaking the bank. It includes tips on finding cheap flights, budget accommodations, and ways to save money on transportation and food while traveling.
Read the article to know the importance of planning ahead and being flexible to take advantage of budget-friendly opportunities.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does “crammed” mean? “Whether planning a crammed-in-the-car road trip to national parks or a luxury two-week journey to exotic destinations, you can enjoy affordable adventures with the right tips and tricks.” Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and use ‘crammed’ in your own sentence.
- What does ” to cut back “ mean? “Create a spreadsheet or use an expense tracking app to track your expenses and see where you can cut back.” Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and use ‘to cut back’ in your own sentence.
- What does “to run into” mean? “It also helps to plan out what supplies you will need to bring and any additional costs you may run into.” Give two (2) synonyms or similar expressions and use ‘to run into’ in your own sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- After reading about budget travel, what’s the most surprising tip you came across?
- Did it offer any unique tips or tricks that you hadn’t heard of before? Which one is it?
- Share any favorite budget travel hacks or strategies that weren’t mentioned in the article.