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12 English Idioms for Talking About Travel and Holidays
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12 English Idioms for Talking About Travel and Holidays

To celebrate the Summer season (and to help you sound wonderfully natural in English), I’ve gathered 12 of my favourite idioms for talking about travel, holidays, and time off work. Slip them into conversation, and you’ll sound like a seasoned traveller in no time.

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18 Travel Phrasal Verbs You’ll Hear All the Time
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18 Travel Phrasal Verbs You’ll Hear All the Time

Whether you're planning a weekend away or heading off on a big adventure, you'll notice how often we use phrasal verbs when we talk about travel in English. And they’re not always the easiest to guess from the words themselves.

So in this post, I’ve rounded up 18 super common travel-related phrasal verbs that will help you sound more natural, more fluent – and just a bit more confident when talking about your trips.

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English Listening Practice- Goodbye Summer
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English Listening Practice- Goodbye Summer

Today's video is a bit different from my usual Sunday English lesson, as I thought I'd catch up with you after being away for a few weeks. Plus there's a little peek at some video from my recent family holiday in St. Ives, Cornwall. Plus there's a free PDF for you to download.

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Ways to Talk About Summer Holidays in English ☀️
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Ways to Talk About Summer Holidays in English ☀️

Discover essential English vocabulary for discussing Summer holidays! Whether you're planning a staycation, looking to unwind, or eager to catch some rays, this blog post provides ESL students with useful expressions and example sentences to enhance your conversational skills. Learn how to describe your Summer plans effectively and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. This guide is your go-to resource for mastering summer holiday vocabulary in English

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Talking about the great British Summer in English.
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Talking about the great British Summer in English.

Today, I want to look at a topic that holds a special place in the hearts of many Britons: the notorious British Summer weather! While England is known for its picturesque landscapes and historic charm, the weather can often be quite unpredictable and, well, a tad miserable. So, let's explore some key vocabulary and expressions related to the less-than-ideal weather you might encounter during your time in the United Kingdom.

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