Tag Archive: Culture & Travel

New ‘private jet’-style airline to launch flights to Maldives

2023年11月26日

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©supercarblondie Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. Do you like traveling by plane? Why or why not? Which airline do you consider the best in your country, and why? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. voyage /VOI-ij / [noun] – a long journey, especially by ship The cruise ship offered a luxurious voyage to exotic destinations, providing passengers with an unforgettable travel experience. competitive /kuhm-PET-i-tiv/ [adjective] – competitive prices, services, etc. are as good as or better than other prices, services, etc. In a highly competitive market, the new tech startup offered competitive prices on their innovative…
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Ireland launches home grant program to promote sustainable tourism

2023年9月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 If given the opportunity, would you visit Ireland? Have you experienced staying in a home rental instead of a hotel while on a trip? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 encourage /en-KUR-ij/ [verb] – to make someone more likely to do something, or to make something more likely to happen The organization implemented a mentorship program to encourage professional growth and development among its employees. tourism /TOOR-iz-uhm/ [noun] – the business of providing services such as transport, places to stay, or entertainment for people who are on holiday The…
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Ireland launches home grant program to promote sustainable tourism

2023年9月3日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. heritage /HER-i-tij/ [noun] – features belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings, that were created in the past and still have historical importance The indigenous community works diligently to pass down their traditional heritage, including language, customs, and art forms, to future generations. renovate /REN-uh-veyt/ [verb] – to repair and improve something, especially a building The homeowners decided to renovate their kitchen, installing new cabinets, countertops, and appliances. installation /in-stuh-LEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of putting furniture, a machine, or a piece of equipment into position and making it…
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Ireland launches home grant program to promote sustainable tourism

2023年9月3日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. If given the opportunity, would you visit Ireland? Why or why not? Have you experienced staying in a home rental instead of a hotel while on a trip? How was the experience? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. upgrade /uhp-GREYD/ [verb] – to improve the quality or usefulness of something, or change it for something newer or of a better standard The company decided to upgrade its computer systems to improve efficiency and enhance data security. standard /STAN-derd/ [noun] – a pattern or model that is generally accepted The software developer…
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26日

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Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. sustainability /suh-stey-nuh-BIL-i-tee/ [noun] – the quality of causing little or no damage to the environment and therefore able to continue for a long time The resort partners with local communities to protect their environment and promote sustainability. minimize /MIN-uh-mahyz / [verb] – to reduce something to the least possible level or amount The driver took a shorter route to minimize travel time and fuel consumption. habitat /HAB-i-tat/ [noun] – the natural environment in which an animal or plant usually lives Conservation efforts are underway to restore and rehabilitate degraded habitats, promoting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience. awareness…
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. What do you know about the Maldives?  What do you think are some of the negative impacts of resorts on the environment? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. initiative /ih-NISH-uh-tiv/ [noun] – a new plan or process to achieve something or solve a problem The organization launched an initiative to provide clean drinking water to underprivileged communities. preservation /prez-er-VEY-shuhn/ [noun] – the act of keeping something the same or of preventing it from being damaged The national park has strict regulations in place to ensure the preservation of its unique ecosystems….
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Maldives lavish destination leads the way in ‘green tourism’

2023年8月26日

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Pre-reading questions: I will read each question. Then, please answer them. 講師がそれぞれの質問を読むので答えましょう。 Are you familiar with the Maldives? Do you think resorts should minimize their environmental impact? Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. 単語、意味、例文を読みます。講師に続いて音読しましょう。 resort /ri-ZAWRT/ [noun] – a place where many people go for rest, sport, or another stated purpose The luxury resort boasts elegant accommodations, fine dining options, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. solution /suh-LOO-shuhn/ [noun] – the answer to a problem The community came together to find a collaborative solution to address the local housing shortage. nursery /NUR-suh-ree/ [noun] – a place where plants and trees are grown The…
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