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Egypt has opened two of its oldest pyramids. These two pyramids are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They are now open to the public for the first time since 1965.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1907/190720-pyramids-0.html
Discussion Questions:
B2 – Upper Intermediate
In the U.S. state of Michigan, Highway M-185 is the safest road in America. It is the only state highway in the nation where motor vehicles are banned. The restriction dates back to 1898. Since the ban, only a few vehicles have driven on the asphalt, other than the city’s emergency vehicles.
Watch the video to know more and be able to answer the questions that follow:
Discussion Questions:
B1 – Intermediate
TripAdvisor, a famous travel website, will stop selling tickets to animal attractions.
Read more about the company’s new initiative.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1910/191006-trip-advisor-4.html
Discussion Questions:
B1 – Intermediate
Ecotourism is the alternative to mass tourism. It began in the 70s. At present, it is a fast-growing part of the tourism industry. It is because a lot of people are finding out about it.
Read about ecotourism from the link below and be ready to answer the questions that follow.
https://www.english-online.at/travel/ecotourism/ecotourism-sustainable.htm
Discussion Questions:
1. What is ecotourism?
2. What are the advantages of ecotourism?
3. What are examples of ecotourism in your country?
4. Talk about your experience going on an ecotouristic trip.
B1 – Intermediate
Machu Picchu is the most touristic place in Peru. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
An airport is being built near this landmark to help tourists reach it more easily. But not everyone agrees with this construction project.
Read more about it and be ready to answer the questions that follow.
https://breakingnewsenglish.com/1906/190614-machu-picchu-2.html
Discussion Questions:
1. What is your opinion on the construction of this airport?
2. Would you like it if the same thing is done near a very historical place in your country?
3. What are the pros and cons of building this airport near Machu Picchu?
4. Have you been to Machu Picchu or any World Heritage Site or any of the 7 Wonders of the World? Kindly talk about that trip.
5. Why is it necessary to preserve historical places such as Machu Picchu?
B1 – Intermediate
Imagine traveling to a foreign country and helping people in need. How about doing both at the same time? There’s a new trend in the travel industry and it is called “voluntourism”.
Click on the link below and find out more about “voluntourism”.
https://www.english-online.at/news-articles/travel/voluntourism-new-trend-in-travel.htm
Discussion Questions:
1. Have you ever done voluntourism? If yes, talk about your experience. If not, Would you be interested to do it? Why/why not?
2. Where would you like to travel and do volunteer works? Why?
3. What do you think are the benefits one can get from this experience?
B2 – Upper Intermediate
Spain is a hugely popular destination for tourists. Pristine beaches with crystal-clear waters, a thriving nightlife, and dozens of unique festivals draw millions of people to this culturally-diverse country every year. Many people have flocked to the partying capital Mallorca or the magnificent Costa Brava strip in Catalonia but what about the other lovely seaside towns that Spain has to offer?
Take a look at the gallery and find out more about 10 lesser-known but no less beautiful seaside destinations in Spain.
https://www.thelocal.es/galleries/travel/spains-ten-most-beautiful-beach-towns-
Discussion Questions:
B2 – Upper Intermediate
Karon Grieve, a novelist, booked a flight from Glasgow to Crete for only £46. There was something unusual about this flight.
Find out about this woman’s unique flight experience.
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-41748305
Discussion Questions:
1. What can you say about Grieve’s experience?
2. What are the good and bad things about air travels?
3. Talk about your best and worst flight experiences.
4. What suggestions do you want to give airlines about their services?
5. What is your airline of choice and why?
B1 – Intermediate
Accommodation is a concern of every traveler, whether looking for a place to pitch a tent or a luxury suite in a fancy resort. Booking accommodation, dealing with the vast array of accommodation options, and considering alternative lodging options are all issues that travelers face.
https://veesko.com/post/114961446726/different-types-accommodation-tourism
Discussion Questions:
1. Which do you prefer to stay in when you travel: hotels, hostels, or another type of place? Why?
2. What are the best and worst things about staying in hotels?
3. Do you feel comfortable when you are staying at a hotel?
4. Couch surfing is staying for free at people’s homes in different countries. Is this a good idea or bad idea? Why?
5. What is the most common accommodations in your country?
6. Do you have any interesting stories about staying somewhere other than your house, like a hotel or hostel?
B2 – Upper Intermediate
It is summertime again and what better way to cool off on a hot summer’s day than to go to the beach? If you find yourself in Europe this summer, here are ten beaches that would make your vacation a memorable one.
Let’s read the article and start a discussion about it. Please it through the link below:
Discussion Questions:
1. Have you ever been to the beaches listed in the article? If not, which beach would you like to visit and why?
2. What’s the nicest beach you’ve ever been to? Please share your experience.
3. What’s your favorite activity to do at the beach? Why?
4. What do you think is the best way to spend your summer vacation?
5. Do you prefer summer or winter vacations? Why?