Getting Ready to Go There

Getting Ready to Go There

  1. Vocabulary: Familiarize yourself with key Spanish vocabulary related to travel such as ‘billete’ (ticket), ‘aeropuerto’ (airport), ‘estación de tren’ (train station), ‘hotel’ (hotel), ‘reservación’ (reservation), ‘equipaje’ (luggage) and ‘pasaporte’ (passport).

  2. Useful Phrases: Learn common phrases for travel such as ‘¿Dónde está…?’ (Where is…?), ‘Necesito ayuda’ (I need help), ‘¿Cuánto cuesta…?’ (How much is…?), and ‘¿Cómo llego a…?’ (How do I get to…?).

  3. Understand the Culture: Research Spanish-speaking countries’ customs and culture including food, music, sports, and holidays. This can include Spain or Latin American nations such as Mexico, Argentina, or Colombia.

  4. Transport: Be familiar with different forms of transport, such as ‘avión’ (plane), ‘tren’ (train), ‘coche’ (car), ‘barco’ (boat), ‘bicicleta’ (bicycle), and understand how to ask and give directions in Spanish.

  5. Accommodations: Understand different types of accommodations such as ‘hotel’, ‘hostal’ (hostel), ‘casa de huéspedes’ (guest house), ‘apartamento’ (apartment) and learn how to make a reservation in Spanish.

  6. Ordering Food: Practice how to order food in a restaurant or cafe in Spanish and familiarise yourself with common Spanish dishes.

  7. Money and Shopping: Gain knowledge on how money is used such as ‘¿Cuánto cuesta?’ (How much does it cost?) and the names of common items that someone might buy on holiday.

  8. The Language of Travel: Look into Spanish travel brochures and websites to help build vocabulary and understanding of language relevant to travel and tourism.

  9. Emergency Scenarios: Learn how to explain medical conditions or illnesses and how to seek help in the event of an emergency.

  10. Listening Practice: Listen to Spanish music, news, or podcasts, or watch Spanish movies or TV shows to help improve your language comprehension and pronunciation.

  11. Practice Conversations: Use role-playing with a friend or teacher to practise potential travel situations such as checking into a hotel, asking for directions, ordering food at a restaurant.

  12. Grammar: Always review key Spanish grammar, including present and past tenses, pronouns, articles, prepositions to ensure accuracy in communication.