Explaining Travel Option & Giving Directions

Explaining Travel Option & Giving Directions

"Activities"

1) Write the correct preposition. Use ( Opposite/Behind/In front of/Between/Next to/Far from)

a) Where is the police station?

The police station is_____ the drugstore.

b) Where is the supermarket?

The supermarket is _____ the theater.

c) Where is the restaurant?

The restaurant is ________ the bank.

d)Where is the drugstore?

The drugstore is _________ the train station and the city hall.

2) True or False

a) The store is on riverstreet ______

b) The library is in front of the book store ________

c) The Church is on the Central Avenue _________

d) The book store is between the hotel and the bus station _______

3) How do I get to?

A) You are in the bus station

Go out and take the central avenue, at the corner, turn right and walk one block, cross the second avenue to the central square amd go straight on one block, cross the street on your right. It's in front of you on the other side of the road.

¿?________________

B) You are in the hotel

Go out and go down at the end of the second avenue, crossing the bridge. turn right and walk along the river street at the pastry shop. It's in front of you on the the other side of the road.

¿?________________-

Giving Directions

June 15th, 2016

"Giving Directions"

Prepositions of Direction:

Across: Cruzando

Through: A través de 

Along: A lo largo de

Up: Arriba

Down: Abajo

Round: Rodeando

Into: Dentro

Out of: Fuera de 

Onto: Sobre

To: A

Past: Pasado

Straight on: Recto

Activity:

1) Read the next dialogue giving direction. Match the icons to places a-f on the plan.

1) 

Reception: Here are you keys. You can take the lift to the third floor. Just walk across the reception area and past the shop. The lifts are on the right.

Guest: And … er … Can you tell me how to get the swimming pool, please?

Reception:Of course. It’s in the basement.Go down the stairs, along the corridor and then into the changing rooms on the right.

Guest:Thanks. And the fitness centre?

Reception:Yes… it’s also in the basement. You can either walk through the changing rooms to a blue door, which will take you into the fitness centre… or continue along the corridor, past the changing rooms and take the next door on the right.

2) 

Customer: I called earlier about conference rooms.

Reception: Oh, yes... That's right.

Customer: Could i see the rooms, please?

Reception: Yes, certainly. It's this way... Along the corridor opposite the entrance ... follow the sign for the business centre. Then ... This is the main conference room on the left.

Customer: Mm! It's a nice big room.

Reception: Yes, it is. And we can arrange the table and chairs as you'd like them.

Customer: That's fine.

Reception: If we go through the conference room to the other side, we can have a look at the two small breakout rooms.

Customer: Mm ... These look fine.

Reception: On a warm day, it's nice to go out onto the terrace. You can go up the steps to the rose garden. From there you can go straight on, then round the hotel to the car park.

Customer: Yeah - it'd be good to go outside at lunch time. OK ... and what about toilets?

Reception: As you come out of the conference room, they're on the left.

Customer: That's fine. Now, i'd like to discuss meals, etcetera.

Reception: Of course, sir. If we go back to reception, I can show you menus and...

Complete with  (a - f)

1) Lift ________

2) Toilets________

3) Fitness Centre ________

4) Swimming pool _________

5) Conference room _________

6) Garden __________

Prepositions of Location

"Hotel Facilities and Service & Prepositions of Location"

Vocabulary "Prepositions of Location":

Next to: Al lado de

In front of: Al frente de

Behind: Atrás 

Opposite: Opuesto

At the top of: En la cima de 

At the bottom of: En el fondo de

At the end of: Al final de

Outside: Fuera de

Inside: Dentro de

Under: Debajo

Above: Encima 

Between: Entre 

Below: Abajo

Over: Encima

Vocabulary "Hotel Facilities and Service":

Business Centre: Centro de Negocios

Car Rental: Alquiler de Coches

Currency Exchange: Cambio de Divisas

Tours: Excursiones

Bar: Barra

Wi-Fi: Internet Inalámbrico

SPA: Centro de Hidroterapia

Car Park: Estacionamiento

GYM / Fitness Centre: Gimnasio

Restaurant: Restaurante

Swimming Pool: Piscina

Air Conditioning: Aire Acondicionado

Elevator: Ascensor

Gift Shop: Tienda de Regalos

Airport Transfer: Traslado al Aeropuerto

Hair Salon: Peluquería

Activity:

Look at the pictures and complete the sentences. Use the correct preposition from the list above.

1) The tour desk is:_______________________

2) The restaurant is:______________________

3) The luggage is:_________________________

4) The gift shop is:________________________

5) The woman is:_________________________

6) The roof terrace is:_____________________

Talking to custumer

May, 18th 2016

"Talking to Custumer"

1) Means of Transport

• Cruiser: Crucero
• Ambulance: Ambulancia
• Train: Tren
• Coach: Auto Bus Turístico
• Ferry: Transbordador
• Helicopter; Helicóptero
• Fire-engine: Camión de Bomberos
• Scooter: Moto
• Sailboat: Velero
• Lorry: Camión
• Airplane: Avión
• Lifeboat: Bote Salvavidas
• Canoe: Canoa
• Van: Furgoneta
• Jeep: Todo terreno
• MotorBike: Motocicleta
• Truck: Camión
• Hot air balloon: Globo Aerostático
• Yacht: Yate
• Jetski: Moto de Agua
• Tram: Tranvía
• Car: Auto
• Bike: Bicicleta
• Underground: Metro

2) Expressions to learn

Could you tell us how to get there?

It would be a good idea to go on..

Why don´t you leave your car here?

It's much more convenient.

Avoid travelling between ... and... in the afternoon.

You could take the train from..

How about taking the underground to ... them the... ?

Take the distric line to... then change to the...

3) How can i get to?

Give Recomendations:

Take a..

You Should..

You Must..

You have to..

It's a good idea..

Why don´t you..

4) Activity "Language check"

Look at these examples showing the form of the verb which follow expressions used to recommend, suggest and advise.

It would be a good idea to (Take)

Why not (Taking) the ferry ?

I'd recommend (Taking)..

Your best option is to (Take)...

You can/could (Take)

How about (Taking)...?

In my opinion, the best way to (Get to)..

Underline the correct alternative.

1. It would be a good idea visit/to visit/ visiting the cathedral in the evening.
2. You could take /taking/ to take the cable car to the top of the mountain.
3. In my opinion, the best way to see/ seeing/ see the harbour is by boat.
4. I'd recommend to buy /buy /buying a strip of tickets.
5. Why not go / to go / going by riverboat?
6. You can take / to take / taking the bus - it stops opposite the hotel.
7. Your best option is to rent / renting / rent a car.
8. How about to visit / visit / visiting the old town?

Food Service

May, 4th 2016

"Food Service"

Expressions to learn:

• It doesn't contain any nuts.
• It consist of  a selection of different types of seafood..
• What can you recommend for the main course?
• The sea bass is fresh in today.
• It's made from onions,..
• Is everything all right with your meal?
• Could we have another bottle of..?
• And a little more bread, please.
• Centainly, i'll get you some.

New Words to use:

• Aparagus: Espárragos
• Breast of Chiken: Pechuga de Pollo
• Chilli: Aji
• Compote: Comporta
• Fresh: Fresco
• Frothy: Espumoso
• Goat's Cheese: Queso de Cabra
• Mango: Mango
• Mix: Mezcla
• Pistachio: Pistacho
• Salsa: Salsa 
• Sea Bass: Bacalao /Mero
• Selection: Selección
• Stewed: Estofado
• Tart: Tarta

How to be a Waiter?  "Step by Step"

1) Approach your table with a smile and a greeting. 

• Introduce yourself and say your name clearly. 
• "Hello, nice to see you. My name's
• Here is/are your menu(s). 
• Would you like to start off with a refreshing beverage from our bar?

2) Take the order.

•  If children are present, ask for their beverages first, followed by ladies and then gentleman all following the left to right order.

3) When the main course is served, always ask, "May I get you anything else?

• Give them a second to think about it. Check back again within five minutes with, 
• "Are you enjoying everything?" 
• Ask specifically about the host's dish: "How is your Steak?" 
• Listen to their response and read their body language.
• Resolve the problem and offer apologize.
• Offer more wine.

4) Clear any of the plates from the current course as soon as it is obvious the customer wants them to be removed

• You can do ask like: May i take this? / These for you?

5) When the main course is cleared

• If the main course is finished you can ask. Would you like to see the dessert menu?

6) Take their payment.

• Never ask if they want change or assume that the change is for your tip.
• Say phases like: It's been nice to see you!
• Hope to see you again soon!

Serving Drinks

April, 27th 2016

Serving Drinks

Main Aim:

Use Vocabulary related to drinks and 

berverage in simulated interactions.

Types: 

1. Alcoholic: Wine, Beer, Whisky, Mojito
2. Non Alcoholic:Water, Juice, Energy Drinks, Coffee, Tea, Soda.

Vocabulary

• Beer:

Light

Lager

Bitter

Draught

• Wines:   

White

Rosé

Sparkling

Red

Sweet

Magnum

Dry

Full-Bodied

• Spirits:

Double

Single

Mixer

On the rock

White

• Non-Alcoholic:

Sparkling

Still

Soft Drink

Fizzy

Expression to learn:

Can we start a tab behind the bar?

Who ordered this?

Excuse me. Where are the toilets?

Just down the stairs on the drinks.

You've got five minutes to drink up.

So that's...is that right?

Do you have ID?

Mind Map 

"Alcoholoic - Non Alcoholic Drinks"

Welcoming Guest

April, 20th 2016

Welcoming Guest

Main Aim:

Use expressions to present information.

1) Flow chart                  

1. Greet: Good Morning, everyone, and welcome. We'll do our best to deal with you reservation as quickly as possible.
2. Seat/ Refreshments: Can you take a seat? An we'll serve you with a welcome drink. We'll call your name when we're ready to check in.
3. Call Name: Mrs Lobo!
4. Check Printout: Could you just check the registration details are correct on this printout? Your name and home address. The dates of your stay. Your Passport number.
5. Sign: Great, just sign here, please. Thank you Mrs Lobo.
6. Passport: Could you give me your passport? You can collect them from reception in the morning.
7. Key Card and Room Information: So, here's your key card. Your room number is 251- on the second floor. The porter will take your luggage to your room. Enjoy your stay with us.

2) New word to use

Collect: Recoger 

Correct: Correcto

Deal with: Tratar con

Home Address: Dirección de la Casa

(Do) Our best: Dar lo mejor de nosotros

Patience: Paciencia

Printout: Impresión

Quickly: Rapidez

Ready: Listo

Registration Details: Detalles de Registro

Sign: Firmar

Vouche: Vale

3) Ask about facilities ¿When and where?

Breakfast is served in the first floor restaurat
Breakfast is served from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m.
The Business centre is open 24 hours.
The Fitness centre is on the top floor.
Dinner is served in the terrace restaurant.
Dinner is served from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m.
The currency exchange desk opens at 9:00 a.m.
You can buy a city map in the hotel shop.

Simple Past

April, 20th 2016

Simple Past 

• The "simple past" is used to talk about an action that finished in a previous to the current time.

Form:

(Verb + d )    or  (irregular verb)

            ed

           ied

           

Examples:

• You called Debbie.
• Did you call Debbie?
• You did not call Debbie.

FORMACIÓN DEL "SIMPLE PAST"

FORMACIÓN DEL "SIMPLE PAST" CON VERBOS REGULARES

Afirmativa
Sujeto	+ raíz + ed
I	skipped.
Negativa
Sujeto	+ did not	+ infinitivo sin to
They	didn't	go.
Interrogativa
Did	+ sujeto	+ infinitivo sin to
Did	she	arrive?
Interrogativa negativa
Did not	+ sujeto	+ infinitivo sin to
Didn't	you	play?

TO WALK

Afirmativa	Negativa	Interrogativa
I walked	I didn't walk	Did I walk?
You walked	You didn't walk	Did you walk?
He walked	He didn't walk	Did he walk?
We walked	We didn't walk	Did we walk?
They walked	They didn't walk	Did they walk?

"SIMPLE PAST" DE LOS VERBOS TO BE, TO HAVE, TO DO

Sujeto	Verbo
	Be	Have	Do
I	was	had	did
You	were	had	did
He/She/It	was	had	did
We	were	had	did
You	were	had	did
They	were	had	did

"SIMPLE PAST": VERBOS IRREGULARES

Algunos verbos hacen el "simple past" de forma irregular. Estos son los más comunes.

TO GO

• He went to a club last night.
• Did he go to the cinema last night?
• He didn't go to bed early last night.

TO GIVE

• We gave her a doll for her birthday.
• They didn't give John their new address.
• Did Barry give you my passport?

TO COME

• My parents came to visit me last July.
• We didn't come because it was raining.
• Did he come to your party last week?

Summary

Take a Hotel Reservation

Wednesday April 6th, 2016

Interactive Video!

"Take a Hotel Reservation"

Class Activity: Make a dialogue between a hotel receptionist and a caller, and film a video recreating the conversation. 

Receptionist: Good Morning. Sonesta Hotel. Kevin Speaking, How can i help you?
Caller: oh, hello, i'd like to book a room for two people please, we'll arrive on the 10th of june and leave on the 12th of june.
Receptionist: Centaintly. What type of room would you like
Caller: I need a twin room please.
Receptionist: Let me just check our reservations. Um yes, that's fine.
Caller: Good
Receptionist: So. One twin room, for two night from the 10th of June to the 12th of June.
Caller: Yes, that's right, what's the price of the room?
Receptionist: The twin room rate is 250 Euros.
Caller: that's fine, thanks
Receptionist: Can i take your name please?
Caller: yes, its Edgardo Leon
Receptionist: Mr Leon, Could you spell your full name please?
Caller: yes Its l.e.o.n o.p.a.z.o
Receptionist: Can i have a contact number please?
Caller: yes, its 61382774
Receptionist: Thank you Mr Leon.
Caller: ill probably arrive late in the evening at about 10 o'clock
Receptionist: No problem, the door is open during all the day.
Caller: ok
Receptionist: Could i take a credit card number to secure the reservation?
Caller: yes of course, let's see 0000-0000-0000 the expire date is 0-00
Receptionist: And can you give me the three security number on the back of the card, too, please?
Caller: oh, yes, 000
Receptionist: Great so, we look forward to seeing you on the 10th of June
Caller: thanks bye
Receptionist: Thank you for calling, bye.

Mind Map!

 Wednesday, March 23rd 2016

Mind Map!

"Jobs & WorkPlaces" 

Class activity: Create a mind map with the jobs and workplaces of your area.

A mind map is a diagram for representing tasks, words, concepts, or items linked to and arranged around a central concept or subject. 

First we created our mind map, then we showed it to ours classmates.

This technique is a very easy and fun way to organize your ideas.