Traveling III flashcards
- Level 3
- English
- 10 cards
Learn Traveling with 10 free flashcards (level 3): meanings, example sentences, pictures and audio pronunciation. Includes Consulate, Customs, Travel Insurance, Immunization and more.
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Consulate
The place or building in which a consul's duties are carried out.
“During my visit to Spain, I needed to get some documents notarized, so I went to the American consulate in Madrid.”
Customs
The place at a port, airport, or frontier where officials check incoming goods, travelers, or luggage.
“We had to go through customs when we arrived at the international terminal.”
Travel Insurance
Insurance covering medical expenses, trip cancellation, lost luggage, flight accident and other losses incurred while traveling.
“It’s always a good idea to purchase travel insurance before going on an international trip.”
Immunization
Treatment with a vaccine to produce immunity against a disease.
“To protect children from various diseases, it is important that they receive their immunization on time.”
Duty-free
Goods sold without certain taxes imposed by the local government, often found in airports.
“Before boarding their international flight, they stocked up on chocolates and perfumes from the duty-free shop.”
Embassy
The official residence or office of an ambassador.
“If you lose your passport while abroad, contact your country's embassy.”
Car Rental
The process of hiring a car from a company for a specified time.
“During our vacation, we opted for a car rental to explore the city at our own pace.”
Time Zone
A geographic region within which the same standard time is used.
“When you travel from New York to London, you move into a different time zone.”
Backpacking
Traveling or hiking carrying one's belongings in a backpack.
“Sarah spends her summers backpacking through the mountains, exploring new trails and sleeping under the stars.”
Jet Lag
A condition that is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects as fatigue and irritability, occurring following long flight through several time zones.
“She felt exhausted and disoriented due to severe jet lag after her 12-hour flight.”