Traveling to a country where English is spoken can be scary and at the same time a thrilling experience particularly if you are not fluent in the language. A trip can be made easier and more enjoyable by knowing some of the common phrases. This blog post will discuss some useful English phrases for moving around airports, hotels, and tourist attractions.
Navigating Airports
I have booked one already; my passport is here.
Can I sit on an aisle/window please?
Is there anything you charge extra for carrying baggage?
Should I take off shoes/jacket?
Can this liquid be taken in a cabin bag?
This is gate that leads to [destination], isn’t it?
What time does it board?
Can I be given something warm like blanket/pillow, please?
Where is the toilette seat located at?
May I have a drink, please?
At the Hotel
My name reservation is under [Your Name].
What is check-out time?
Is breakfast free/buffet included in this package/price/rate/tariff/deal/fare/quotation/stay/room/accommodation/daily rate/plan/hotel bill agreement/taxes etc .5% .15% 20%.
2.During Your Stay:
Kindly bring extra towels.
Is there any gym/swimming pool in hotel premises/facilities/building/area/place/resort/complex/campus ?
Where are good restaurants close by/around/nearby within walking distance around?
3.Checking Out:
Is it possible to checkout late in afternoon/evening/morning /afternoon until pm/pm all night/all day till noon mid night or even midnight departure/before we fly/by plane/plane ride/travelling right now/upcoming flight/walking away from your workplace/everything is over?
Could you just dial a cab for me?
Can I leave my suitcases here for an hour or two?
Visiting Tourist Attractions
How much does it cost to enter into this place?
Would you like to join the guided tour?
Any offers for seniors/students/coupons/educators/promotion codes/discount rate/kids/diplomats/reduced/free children/family package/annual pass/etc.
2.Asking for Directions:
Which way goes to [attraction] from here?
Is it possible to reach that on foot/by foot/walking distance /on feet/on ground area?
Kindly illustrate/explain where it is located on the map.
3.General Inquiries:
When are you open/close every day at what times do you operate/work/do business/may we come over/at what time do they unlock/begin/open their doors in the morning till evening when shall we close/go home/shut down?
Are video cameras allowed inside/here/take picture of this place/ facility ?/
Where is a gift shop around/about somewhere around/inside/in this building near here?
Additional Tips
Good morning/evening, sir/madam.
Please and thank you.
Excuse me/I’m sorry.
2.Emergency Phrases:
I need assistance urgently/immediately right away now at once as soon as possible promptly .
Call 911.
Tell me how can I get to a nearby hospital/the hospital closest to me /next nearest hospital /hospital near my location ?
3.Conversational Phrases:
Which city/town/village are your from?
Would you please slacken your speed?
Sorry, I didn’t get that; could you repeat yourself again please?
Conclusion
With these basic English phrases, you should easily move through the airport, hotel or tourist attraction without any problem. Remember that the most important thing about communicating effectively is confidence and being polite. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Have a safe trip!
