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If you need some fresh, new ideas for the ESL travel and holiday unit that you can find in most textbooks, then you’re in the right place. We’ll share our top ideas for games and activities, along with travel vocabulary, worksheets and lesson plans. Let’s get to the best ESL holiday activities.

ESL holiday and travel-themed activities

Let’s get into everything you need to know for an ESL holiday lesson. Keep on reading!

ESL Travel and Holiday Activities

Here are the top ESL travel activities that you may want to try out with your students.

#1: Plan a Trip

Have your students plan a dream vacation in English! Instead of researching in their first language, use Google in English. In order to practice writing, keep notes only in English. Here’s an example of how you might plan your trip using English. You can have your students add as little, or as much detail as you’d like. However, the point of the activity is to practice writing in point form which is useful when writing outlines for tests or essays.

Day 1: Monday, January 1

Fly Seoul (3pm) —-> Vancouver (7am) Check in Hotel ABC, 123 Avenue Rest, relax

Day 2: Tuesday, January 2

Stay Hotel ABC Tour Stanley Park Eat Pub XYZ dinner

Day 3: Wednesday, January 3

Check out Hotel ABC Rent car Budget 123 Drive Whistler Rent skis shop ABC Go Skiing Lunch ski lodge Check in Hotel ABC Whistler Bed early

Procedure for one of my favourite ESL travel activities:

• Give students time to do some Internet research about a place they want to go. It’s helpful to specify the number of days. I generally make a rule that they must do this research in English. Suggest some helpful websites where they might like to start (Trip Advisor, Air BnB, etc.).
• Students can make a day-by-day itinerary of what they’re trip is going to look like.
• They can share about their trip with the class or turn it in for a graded assignment.

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#2: A-Z Alphabet Game

If you know that your students already know a fair bit about holiday and travel, you may want to try this quick warm-up game. Or, you could consider using it as a review game at the end of a class.

The way it works is that students, in pairs or small groups write down the alphabet on a piece of paper. Then, they have to think of one travel related word for each letter. It doesn’t have to be done in order. For example:

P: Passport

The winner is the team with the most completed letters at the end of the allotted time. Do you want to find out more? Check this out: A-Z Alphabet Game ESL .

#3: Travel Word Association

This is nice ESL activity to do if you know that your students have studied about travel and holidays before. They can shout out vocabulary words related to this and you can make a mind map or sorts on the board. Group similar things together. For example, articles of clothing.

Find out more about this quick ESL warmer right here: ESL Vocabulary Word Association.

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#4: Postcards ESOL Travel Activity

If you can get your hands on some cheap postcards or have some laying around your house or teacher’s office, try out this fun writing activity. It may just be the novelty factor, but students seem to love it. This activity is ideal for working on common greetings, the past tense (more ideas here: ESL past tense games ), and using descriptive words, as well as using synonyms to avoid repetition.

Distribute the postcards to the students. You can do one per student, or put the students into pairs. They have to look at the picture on the front of the postcard and imagine that they went on this vacation. Then, they can write about their trip to a friend or family member.

Next, the students trade postcards with another student or group. After reading them, they can write a response back of at least a few sentences. Finally, you may want to display them around the class as they’re colourful and fun and other students may enjoy reading them! Have some fun with this ESOL travel activity.

• Give each student or pair a postcard. They look at the picture and imagine what they did on that vacation, and then pretend that they’re writing to a friend or family member.
•  Exchange postcards and another student or group have to write a response to what they read.
• Display the postcards around your classroom (optional).

#5: Travel or Holiday Videos

I’m ALL about using videos with my ESL/EFL students. They’re fun, engaging and a nice way to grab student’s attention and introduce a topic. Of course, you can base an entire class around one too if you design the activities well.

If you want to find out more about using them in your classes and some activities and games to do with them, you’ll want to check this out: Using Videos for Teaching English .

#6: Dictogloss ESOL Travel Activity

This is a challenging activity that works on listening and writing skills. Find a short story related to holiday or travel. It could even be a description of your own vacation that you took recently.

Then, you read out the story to your students in a way that is a bit challenging for them to catch every word. Students have to take notes and then try to reconstruct what they heard based on their notes in small groups. You can read it again so that students have a chance to make some additions or corrections. Finally, students compare their version with the original.

Do you want to try it out with your students? You can learn more about one of the best ESL travel activities here: ESL Dictogloss Activity .

#7: Holidays ESL Lesson Plan

It’s easy to plan an ESL lesson about any topic, including holidays. Check out this video for the steps to follow:

#8: Yes/No Questions and Answers

If you think about it, holidays and travel lend themselves to a ton of yes/no questions. For example:

• Did you fly or drive?
• Did you eat some delicious things?
• Was the food good?
• Did you have nice weather?

If you want to see some activities or games to work on these kinds of questions, you’ll want to check this out: Yes/No Activities and Games.

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#9: ESL Food Activities and Games

I’m not sure if it’s the same for you, but when I travel, it’s ALL about the food. I want to try all the delicious things where I’m staying! The good news is that I have a ton of fun, interactive games and activities for food. You can easily adapt most of them to focus on holidays.

You can find out more details here: ESL Food Activities.

#10: ESL Surveys

I love to use surveys in my classes because they lend themselves to just about any topic. In the case of travel, they’re ideal for working on the present perfect and simple past together.

For example:

Have you ever travelled to another country?

Where did you go?

If you want to know more about how to design and use surveys in your classes for an ESL travel lesson, then you’ll want to check this out: Surveys for ESL Students.

ESL Travel Games and Activities

I also love to use ESL surveys to get students to express an opinion in English.

#11: Present Perfect Activities Related to Travel

The present perfect is often used to talk about vacations, travel and holidays. For example:

• Have you ever been to another country?
• Have you travelled to ______ before?

In order to incorporate this grammatical construction into some of your lesson, you’ll want to check this out: Present Perfect ESL Activities.

#12: Brochure Scanning

This is an excellent travel activity! You’ll have to get your hands on some travel brochures first. The way it works is that students get tons of practice with a reading sub-skill (scanning) because they have to look quickly through the brochures to find specific bits of information. For example, cost or number or days.

Do you want to try out this reading activity? You can find out all the details here: Brochure Scanning Reading Activity for ESL .

#13: Odd One Out ESL Warmer

This is a quick English warm-up activity that you can try out with your students. The way it works is that you write words, in groups of 4 on the board. 3 are similar and 1 is the odd one out. Students have to choose this one and say why it doesn’t fit. For example:

Bathing suit, sunglasses, boots, flip-flops

Answers: Boots because it’s not for a beach vacation. I accept many different answers as long as students support it well.

You can learn more about this ESL warm-up here: Odd One Out for ESL .

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#14: Would you Rather? 

I’m sure you’ve done this before with friends. You have to choose between two negative things, or two positive things. For example, how you want to die, or what you want to eat. In this case, students could choose between two types of vacation. For example:

Would you rather have a beach or forest vacation?

Would you rather stay in a big hotel, or an AirBNB?

Learn more about this nice activity for an ESL travel lesson here: ESL Would You Rather?

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#15: Task Based Activity: Dream Vacation

I love to incorporate this style of teaching into my holiday lessons. It allows students more freedom to choose what they want to learn about and also builds opportunities for some serious teamwork.

In this case, I’ll have students work in groups of 2-3 to plan a dream vacation. They can do some research to find out all the details including how to get there, food, budget, where to stay, etc. Then, they either have to write a report and hand it in to me and/or do a short presentation to the class.

Need some more ideas for this style of a lesson? Check this out: Task-Based Learning .

#16: Travel Themed Charades

I love to play charades with my students. The way it works is that you can think of some travel-related phrases. For example:

• Flying on a plane
• Sleeping on a bus
• Eating noodles
• Buying souvenirs

Then, students have to act this out and their teammates have to guess what the phrase is. More details here: ESL Charades.

#17: Travel Journal

Encourage students to keep a travel journal for a fictional trip. They can describe their experiences, sights, and sounds, using new vocabulary.

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#18: Eliciting in an ESL Travel Lesson

Unless your students are absolute beginners, then it’s likely that they already know a good amount of travel and holiday vocabulary. That’s often why I like to start off my ESL traveling lesson by using some eliciting techniques. There are two main reasons for this.

The first reason is that it’s possible to find out what the students already know about this topic to avoid wasting class time covering these things. The second is that it helps students activate their prior knowledge about travel/holidays to make the new things they learn more memorable. Learn how to do this tactic for an ESL holiday lesson here:

ESL Eliciting Advice .

#19: Travel Listening Lesson

A nice way to talk about any topic is through a listening lesson. In this case, find a conversation between two people talking about an upcoming vacation plan. Or, someone talking about a favourite vacation from the past (it could even be you). Then, design an entire listening lesson around that. Find out how here:

#20: Idiom ESL Traveling Activity

There are lots of idioms related to holidays, travel and transportation. Here are just a few of them:

• All hands on deck
• To send flying
• Bump in the road
• Off the rails
• Train wreck
• Asleep at the wheel
• Fall off the wagon
• Hit the road

One of the best ways to make these idioms super memorable is to do this fun activity. Afterwards, your students will never forget! Learn more about this ESL activity:

Idiom Activity for Language Learners .

#21: Concentration ESL Traveling Vocabulary

One of the best ways to review new words during an ESL holiday or travel lesson is to play this memory game. Depending on the level of the students, make some matching pairs of cards with the following:

• Word/picture
• Word/definition
• Word/clue about the word

Then in small groups, students play the game to find the matches. Find out all the details about how to set it up and play:

ESL Concentration Game .

#22: Speaking Fluency Activity

To use this activity with a unit on holidays or travel, have students talk about a past, or upcoming vacation.

#23: Me Too!

Students have to make a true statement about themselves related to holidays and travelling. For example:

• I’ve been to Japan.
• I hate the beach.
• My family goes on a big vacation every summer.

If other students can agree, they stand up and say, “Me too!”

#24: Labour Day Guessing Game

#25: Holiday Interviews

Pair students and have them interview each other about their favorite holidays. They can then present their partner’s holiday to the class.

#26: Travel Bingo

Create bingo cards with images or words related to travel and holidays. Students mark off the squares as they learn new vocabulary.

#27: Travel-Themed Role-Plays

Set up role-plays where students act as travelers, airport staff, or hotel receptionists. This helps them practice common travel dialogues.

#28: Travel Vocabulary Pictionary

Play Pictionary using travel-related words. Students take turns drawing and guessing the vocabulary words.

#29: Travel Storytelling

Ask students to create and share short stories about a memorable travel experience they’ve had or wish to have in the future.

#30: Travel Debate

Have students debate the pros and cons of traveling. This encourages critical thinking and speaking skills.

Travel and Holiday Vocabulary

Here are some of the most common vocabulary words that you may want to teach your students related to traveling for an ESL holiday lesson.

• bathing suit
• boarding pass
• vaccination
• The months of the year in English

Do you have any ESL travelling vocabulary that you’d like us to add to the list? Leave a comment and let us know!

Travel Worksheets and Lesson Plans for ESL

If you’re looking for some worksheets or lesson plans related to holidays and travel, then you’ll want to check out some of our top resource recommendations:

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ESL Travel Vocabulary Worksheets

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FAQs about ESL Travel Lessons

There are a number of common questions that people have about teaching this unit. Here are the answers to some of the most popular ones.

What is the purpose of teaching the travel and holiday unit to English learners?

The purpose is to help English learners develop vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills related to travel and holidays.

What topics can be covered within the travel and holiday unit?

Topics can include modes of transportation, booking accommodations, tourist attractions, holiday activities, travel phrases, and cultural aspects of different destinations.

How can I introduce vocabulary related to travel and holidays?

You can introduce vocabulary through visual aids, realia (actual objects), flashcards, and interactive activities such as matching games or vocabulary quizzes.

What grammar structures can be taught in the travel and holiday unit?

Grammar structures such as present simple for schedules and timetables, past simple for recounting travel experiences, future tenses for making travel plans, and modal verbs for expressing preferences or asking for permission can be taught.

What speaking activities can be used to practice travel and holiday-related topics?

Role-plays, group discussions about dream destinations, travel itineraries, or describing holiday experiences are effective speaking activities. Additionally, pair work activities like “Find Someone Who” or “Guess the Destination” can engage learners in conversation.

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This English lesson plan helps reinforce  vocabulary related to traveling  by asking students to plan trips and excursions based on the profile of different groups of travelers. It is helpful to use local newspapers, especially newspapers that provide local events, to give students ideas of real places to visit. Most large cities have specialty newspapers that focus on local events and attractions available for free throughout the city.

Instructions for Teachers

The lesson begins with students deciding which types of groups are going to take a trip. Based on which group of travelers are going, students then use resources to plan out a short stay in a specific city or area of the country. Of course, you can choose to have students focus on distant locations. If you are teaching English in another country, it's probably best to vary this and focus on traveling abroad to allow the use of English place names.

Lesson Aims: Completing a small group task using the internet and other resources available in English, describing a travel destination and itinerary in detail

Activity: Planning a short trip to a specific location based on different traveler types

Level: Intermediate  

Lesson Plan

As a class, discuss what types of locations, travel plans, etc. might be suitable for these different types of travelers:

• A married couple on a honeymoon
• Two friends who are attending college
• Two business people 

As a class, discuss which resources students can use to make travel plans. There are many travel websites online that offer all the necessary tools for scheduling a trip. If available, use a projector and walk through the process of finding round trip flight tickets and hotels on a travel site. 

Using the worksheet below, break students up into pairs or small groups (maximum of 4) assigning a pair of travelers to each group. Have students come up with detailed plans for each travel group. After each group has finished, have them present their travel plans to the entire class.

Variation: To extend this activity, ask students to create a presentation using PowerPoint or another similar software application. Students should find photos and write up bullet points for each of the activities to include in the presentation . 

Plan a Trip to ___________ for the Following Travel Groups:

Honeymooners

Mary and Tim have just married and are in the mood for a great honeymoon to celebrate their eternal love for each other. Make sure to include lots of romantic options and some excellent meals to mark this happy event.

College Friends

Alan and Jeff are attending college together and are looking to have a wild week of fun and adventure. They love going to clubs and partying hard, but they don't have a lot of money to eat at fine restaurants. 

Cultured Couples

The Andersons and the Smiths are married couples that have been friends for years. Their children are grown up and have their own families. Now, they enjoy traveling together and place a great deal of emphasis on visiting sights of cultural significance. They also love going to concerts and eating fine food. 

Business People

These business people are interested in opening up a new company at your chosen location. They need to find out about the area, meet local business people, and discuss their proposal with local government.

Family with Children

The McCarthur family has three children aged 2, 5, and 10. They love spending time outdoors and have a limited budget for eating out. They aren't interested in entertainment, but the parents like to take the children to important museums to help with their cultural education. 

Peter and Dan

Peter and Dan married a few years ago. They love to explore gay hot spots in cities they travel to, as well as do traditional sight-seeing tours. They are also gourmets who spend up to $500 on good meals, so they'd like to go to at least one top rated restaurant. 

Travel Planning Sheet

Fill in the information to complete the vacation plans.

Dates / Times: Cost:

How many nights?: Cost:

Rental car yes/no? If yes, cost:

Trips / Sightseeing for the day: Cost:

Restaurants / Eating: Where?: Cost:

Evening entertainment: What / Where? Cost:

Add as many days as necessary to your travel planning sheet.

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Engage students in conversations about different types of places to stay and their experiences! With this lesson, students practise vocabulary related to accommodation, watch videos and write hotel reviews.

My home is your home

Check out this lesson to have an engaging conversation about home exchange and house sitting and help your students learn useful vocabulary to describe experiences.

Please have your boarding pass ready

Students learn airport and plane phrases, listen to announcements and watch a video with a song. They also talk, role-play and exchange ideas.

Business trips: fun or boring?

This lesson allows students to talk about business trips, learn some useful vocabulary, and have a lot of discussion and role-play. 

Downsides of tourism

This speaking lesson focuses on talking about tourism and its problems. Students talk about travelling in general and tourism as an industry, watch a video and discuss solutions to the problems. 

The intangible benefits of travelling

In this lesson students talk about the article they read at home, learn some vocabulary and talk about different ways of travelling and their benefits. 

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In this ESL lesson about coffee and food culture students have a lot of discussion, watch a video, study nouns that can be both countable and uncountable, and have a lot of fun practice.

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In this ESL lesson about living abroad, students watch a testimonial video about learning Portuguese in Brazil, learn some useful collocations and talk about living in different countries. 

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In this lesson about St. Patrick’s Day, students watch a video about the origins of the holiday. They also discuss nation branding and practise vocabulary for talking about abstract ideas. 

Are you into flying?

This worksheet focuses on speaking about air travel. Students answer different questions, watch and discuss a video. They also read and discuss short stories and create their own. 

Would you like a lava snack?

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In this lesson, students watch a video about Taiwan and practise vocabulary related to nature and free time activities.

You’re never too old for great things

In this lesson, students learn the differences between Present Perfect and Past Simple. They also practise using the two tenses, watch a video and talk about active lives of elderly people. 

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This lesson plan is all about New York. Students will discuss some quotes about New York, watch a video about art in this city and learn adjectives to describe art.

Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer

With this travel worksheet, pre-intermediate students can talk about how travelling changes them and learn some useful vocabulary. They also read a short text, watch a video about dream travel destinations and write an email.

Let’s go hiking!

In this lesson students learn hiking vocabulary, read some tips, watch a video about hiking and decide what they would and wouldn’t take on a hike. 

Flying business class (conjunctions and prepositions)

In this video-based lesson about flying economy, business and first class with Emirates, students will be practising conjunctions and prepositions. They will also discover some luxurious cabin features while discussing business trips.

What are your travelling tips? (modal verbs)

Thanks to this worksheet, students will discover and practise modal verbs (can, have to, should), watch a video and discuss different travelling tips and rules.

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LESSON OVERVIEW

This free ESL lesson plan on travel has been designed for adults and young adults at an intermediate (B1/B2) to advanced (C1/C2) level and should last around 45 to 60 minutes for one student.

Whether it’s exploring new places, or relaxing in familiar ones, everyone loves travelling. In fact, many people learning English are doing so for that exact reason. In the past, travelling to exotic locations was only for the super-rich. Now, with the expansion of budget airlines and cheap packages, the world is a lot more accessible to a lot more people. In this ESL lesson plan on travel, students will have the opportunity to discuss and express their opinions on issues such as how much they like travelling, the best places they have visited and different forms of travel.

This lesson plan could also be used with your students to debate these issues for World Tourism Day , which takes place in September. For more lesson plans on international days and important holidays, see the  calendar of world days  to plan your classes for these special occasions.

For advice on how to use this English lesson plan and  other lesson plans  on this site, see the  guide for ESL teachers .

PRE-CLASS ACTIVITIES

Reading activity Before the English class, send the following article to the students and ask them to read it while making a list of any new vocabulary or phrases they find (explain any the students don’t understand in the class):

World of Wanderlust | The Top 25 Best Destinations in the World

The article provides descriptions of some of the most visited tourist destinations in the world. At the start of the class, hold a brief discussion about what the students thought about the article. Have the students visited any of these places? If so, what did they think about them? Which of the places on the list would they most like to visit and why? Can they think of any of the destinations that should not be on the list? Which other destinations should be on a list of the best destinations in the world?

Video activity To save time in class for the conversation activities, the English teacher can ask the students to watch the video below and answer the listening questions in Section 3 of the lesson plan at home. There are intermediate listening questions and advanced listening questions so teachers can decide which would be more appropriate for their students. Check the answers in the class.

The video for this class is called “The Point of Travel” by The School of Life which views travel as a kind of therapy that can help us with our emotional state of mind.

IN-CLASS ACTIVITIES

The focus in the class is on conversation in order to help improve students’ fluency and confidence when speaking in English as well as boosting their vocabulary.

This lesson opens with a short discussion about the article the students read before the class. Next, the students can give their opinion on the quote at the beginning of the lesson plan – what they think the quote means and if they agree with it. This is followed by an initial discussion on the topic including the benefits of travel, the student’s favourite holiday/vacation and the best places to spend a holiday/vacation in their country.

After this, students will learn some vocabulary connected with travel such as backpacking , off the beaten path/track and bucket list . This vocabulary has been chosen to boost the students’ knowledge of less common vocabulary that could be useful for preparing for English exams like IELTS or TOEFL. The vocabulary is accompanied by a cloze activity and a speaking activity to test the students’ comprehension of these words. This may also be a good time to explain the difference between travel, trip and journey , as these words are often confused by students

If the students didn’t watch the video before the class, they can watch it after the vocabulary section and answer the listening questions. Before checking the answers, ask the students to give a brief summary of the video and what they thought about the content.

Finally, there is a more in-depth conversation about travel. In this speaking activity, students will talk about issues such as the different types of holiday/vacation people like to go on, how much they like to plan for a trip and the attraction of solo travel.

After the class, students will write about their opinion of travel. This could be a short paragraph or a longer piece of writing depending on what level the student is at. The writing activity is designed to allow students to practise and improve their grammar with the feedback from their teacher. For students who intend to take an international English exam such as IELTS or TOEFL, there is an alternative essay question to practise their essay-writing skills.

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Indiana’s rural communities will face large crowds, traffic, and congestion, but we are also presented with an exciting opportunity to engage with locals and tourists. Planning early will allow community leaders to make the most of the total solar eclipse.

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Information by state The Great American Eclipse website provides a depth of information on solar eclipses in general, with pages covering basics of the eclipse, logistics and safety considerations, and state-specific statistics based on previous eclipses. https://www.greatamericaneclipse.com

Resources and eclipse information The American Astronomical Society provides a variety of resources relating to the eclipse, covering topics ranging from eye safety to photography. Additional resources for apps, maps, books, articles, and more are located on their website. https://eclipse.aas.org

Timing the Solar Eclipse Visit the interactive Time and Date website to find when and where the eclipse crosses your area. https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/map/2024-april-8

Assessing the weather Locate historical and projected weather data, to get a sense of what to expect on April 8, 2024. https://www.weather.gov/wrh/climate https://www.timeanddate.com/weather

Get eclipse glasses and handheld solar viewers Visit the American Astronomical Society website to find a list of safe manufacturers and importers of eclipse glasses and handheld solar viewers, as well as their resellers and distributors. https://eclipse.aas.org/resources/solar-filters

Eclipse activities Science-Technology Activities and Resources for Libraries (STAR net) has numerous activities on their website, including methods for how to indirectly view the total solar eclipse. https://www.starnetlibraries.org/about/our-projects/solar-eclipse-activities-libraries-seal

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Lessons learned from the 2017 eclipse Materials from the Solar Eclipse Planning workshop hosted by the American Astronomical Society are available on their website. Experts speak on topics ranging from community experience to traffic and safety. https://eclipse.aas.org/workshops/jun2023

General guidance for safe eclipse planning The Homeland Security Digital Library is a great resource for fact sheets, checklists, locally developed guidance documents, and news articles on eye safety, injury treatment, and planned mass gatherings in rural and urban areas. The Solar Eclipses: Planning Resources [September 2022] document compiles many of these sources. https://www.hsdl.org/c/view?docid=880095

Eclipse planning in Indiana The May 2023 issue of the Indiana Department of Homeland Security magazine, The Hoosier Responder, includes a section on eclipse planning in Indiana. https://www.in.gov/dhs/files/Hoosier-Responder-2023-05.pdf

Safety planning Uncover public safety planning information from the State of Indiana, including guidance for first responders, emergency management, and state agencies. https://www.in.gov/dhs/solar-eclipse-2024/planning/

Finding eclipse experts Discover amateur astronomers who may be interested in supporting your community’s eclipse planning. https://lovethenightsky.com/astronomy-clubs-in-indiana https://www.go-astronomy.com/astro-clubs-state.php?State=IN

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Eclipse planning and communication Dr. Kate Russo’s Community Solar Eclipse Planning guide provides further information on assembling a task force, developing a strategy, and planning for your community through the knowns and unknowns. https://www.beingintheshadow.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/WHITE-PAPER-SECOND-EDITION.pdf

Facilities and preparedness Mark Howell, Director of Grounded Truths LLC, created a quick guide for best practices in estimating facilities needed at eclipse events. Consider how to implement the 3 “T”s and 2 “C”s for your eclipse events. https://eclipse.aas.org/sites/eclipse.aas.org/files/Howell_Jun2023_Poster.pdf

For libraries In collaboration with the STAR Library Network, astronomers Andrew Fraknoi and Dennis Schatz created “A Guide For Public Libraries and their Communities.” This double-header contains eclipse information, safe viewing activities, ideas for eclipse events, and links to finding science-literate partners. https://eclipse.aas.org/sites/eclipse.aas.org/files/SEAL-Booklet-for-Libraries.pdf

For educators and administrators In collaboration with the National Science Teaching Association, astronomers Andrew Fraknoi and Dennis Schatz also produced two solar eclipse guides. Educators https://static.nsta.org/pdfs/SolarEclipses2023_Educator.pdf Administrators https://static.nsta.org/pdfs/SolarEclipses2023_Administrator.pdf

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John R. Drybread Community Center, 100 E Main Cross Street, Edinburgh, IN

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Spencer Pride, 17 E. Franklin Street, Spencer, IN 47460

Cosmic Art Gallery | Versailles, IN

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220 E US Hwy 50 Versailles, IN

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KCARC Community in Totality | Vincennes, IN

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The Baker Center Field, 2900 East Carney Avenue, Vincennes, IN

Total Solar Eclipse at Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary

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3499 South Bird Sanctuary Road,Connersville, IN 47331

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How To Maximize Your Budget On An RV Road Trip

E mbarking on an affordable and unforgettable RV road trip requires thoughtful planning. You'll need to consider various factors to make the journey both economical and enjoyable. Whether you're planning a one-time road trip, adopting the digital nomad lifestyle, or embracing the "van life" movement, maximizing your budget is imperative. A well-structured budget sets the foundation for a financially sustainable adventure.

You may also be considering whether to rent or purchase an RV. If you own one, then DIY remodeling projects can be strategic investments that transform your RV into a budget-friendly haven. However, whether you choose to rent or buy, investing time in understanding the pros and cons of each can also help you maximize your budget. Ultimately, achieving an affordable and memorable RV road trip is a blend of strategic decision-making, resourceful planning, and a commitment to enjoying the journey within your means. For many of us,  planning a successful RV trip  means enjoying the journey without breaking the bank account.

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Creating A Sensible And Realistic Budget

Navigating the financial landscape of an RV road trip demands a comprehensive approach, and this begins with building a well-structured budget that covers essential expenses. First, identify key costs on your journey, such as campsite fees and fuel, as these play a crucial role in allocating your resources effectively. You will also need to allocate funds for emergencies, meals, and entertainment. Additionally, factor in activity expenses, such as entrance fees to attractions or outdoor activities. Address these key factors of your trip, and organize it all in a budgeting system, whether it's a binder that categorizes your expenses or a budgeting app.

Utilizing budgeting apps such as Mint, YNAB, and PocketGuard can be instrumental in managing expenses. Choosing which app to use may come down to personal preference, as each app will provide its own unique features and functions. However, most budgeting apps offer some variation options that help you streamline your budget while ensuring that any costs saved contribute to and build an emergency fund. By integrating these apps into your financial toolkit and considering key costs, you empower yourself to navigate the road ahead with confidence and financial resilience.

Owning Versus Renting An RV

Owning an RV versus renting one is an important choice. Each option comes with its distinct advantages, challenges, and considerations. Owning an RV translates to equity, giving you an asset that may retain much of its value over time. You can also customize your RV to fit individual needs and preferences, and depending on how often you plan on using it, your RV will always be available for a spontaneous trip. However, the cons of ownership include high initial costs, ongoing maintenance expenses, depreciation of the RV's value, storing it, insurance, and registration fees. 

On the flip side, renting an RV eliminates the substantial upfront costs associated with ownership. You can experience the RV lifestyle without a long-term financial commitment. Renters also enjoy the flexibility of selecting different RV models for each trip. However, the cons of renting include a lack of customization options and a lack of availability during peak seasons. While renting reduces some financial burdens, such as maintenance and depreciation, it may be less cost-effective for those who plan to travel frequently. The decision between owning and renting will hinge on individual preferences, financial considerations, and how often you plan to travel in your RV. 

Factoring In Size And Amenities

When trying to decide which RV is right for you, start by evaluating your travel style and needs. Where you plan to go, how long you'll be traveling, and how you want to camp are all factors that come into play when choosing an RV. The number of people accompanying you is also important, dictating sleeping arrangements, packing, and overall comfort. When considering  the right size RV for your road trip , you'll first choose a class size. For instance, Class A motorhomes often boast spacious interiors with queen or king-sized beds in private bedrooms, providing comfort for couples or families, while Class C and B models are smaller but offer more flexibility. 

Class A RVs may offer full bathrooms with showers, fully equipped kitchens, comfortable sitting areas, separate bedrooms, and entertainment systems, enhancing the overall comfort of your journey. That said, large RVs are incredibly expensive to operate, and you'll have less flexibility when it comes to parking. However, if you're planning on towing a vehicle, you may need the size and towing capacity of a large RV. Along with Class A, B, and C RVs, you may also consider a smaller, towable camper trailer, which allows optimal maneuverability and better fuel efficiency, ideal for shorter trips and camping in remote locations.

Navigating Maintenance, Repair, And Emergency Costs

If you bought or plan to buy an RV, ensuring a smooth and stress-free RV journey involves taking proactive measures for maintenance, repairs, and emergency preparedness. By prioritizing preventative maintenance, you can better avoid unexpected costs that may arise from breakdowns on the road, keeping your budget in check. Preventative measures may include routine checks on your RV's engine, brakes, and fluid levels, as well as inspecting the roof for potential leaks and the tires for proper inflation and wear. 

While upkeep and maintenance will help, you'll still need to budget for potential repairs during your trip. This safety net is designed to cover unforeseen mechanical issues, such as engine trouble, transmission malfunctions, or plumbing leaks. Also, you can save lots of money by learning how to do some maintenance and repairs yourself. This may include learning how to troubleshoot electrical problems, fix plumbing issues, and perform basic engine repairs.

Before hitting the road, it's wise to schedule a final, pre-travel maintenance check with a professional mechanic. While this will cost you upfront, if a professional maintenance check prevents a breakdown during the trip, it's a cost-effective investment. Taking this precaution will help you reduce unnecessary or avoidable costs in maintenance, parts, and fees.

Cost-Saving And Smart Campsite Options

Now that your RV is ready to travel, there are strategic campsite planning strategies you can implement, especially if you plan to visit national parks and various locations while traveling, to maximize your budget. Some RV travelers save expenses by staying on unregulated public land, which is also known as boondocking. Joining RV clubs or purchasing memberships like Good Sam or Passport America can also open doors to valuable campground discounts. If you're a senior citizen, military personnel, or AAA member, you can also capitalize on special discounts when selecting campgrounds. 

You can also research and stick to free camping options, such as staying on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, national forests, and accommodating Walmarts or casinos. These are all examples of how to find  free overnight parking for your RV . You can also ask various RV parks if they offer discounts to members, which is something to consider if you plan on sticking to the same routes. Investing in an America the Beautiful Pass is also a savvy idea for maximizing your budget. After purchasing the annual pass, you'll receive free access to national parks and lands managed by the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. This is a great option if you plan to frequently camp on these lands. 

Saving On Energy And Internet Costs

Efficiently managing both energy consumption and internet expenses is a key aspect of optimizing your RV lifestyle. Invest in energy-efficient appliances and lighting, such as LED bulbs, Energy Star-rated refrigerators, and high-efficiency air conditioners. Upgrading to modern, energy-conscious equipment, like smart thermostats and inverter-based generators, is also going to further enhance your RV's efficiency and maximize your budget. Inverter-based generators are also great options. They are quieter, more fuel-efficient, and produce cleaner power, minimizing their environmental impact.

For a more sustainable and self-sufficient approach, consider installing solar panels on your RV. This investment allows you to generate your own electricity, reducing reliance on RV park hookups and providing a cost-effective solution for long-term energy needs. While you can utilize free Wi-Fi at campsites and public places whenever possible, you can also enhance your connectivity with Wi-Fi extenders and boosters, giving you a stronger and more reliable signal, especially if you are working while traveling. 

You can also explore RV-specific Wi-Fi plans that cater to the unique needs of mobile living. Alternatively, leveraging your existing phone provider plans for hotspot capabilities can be a cost-effective solution, or consider a portable router to create a dedicated Wi-Fi network in your RV. In truth, whether you're a road trip cheapskate  trying to save as much money as possible or a traveler transitioning into a nomad lifestyle, trimming down your energy and internet expenses isn't difficult with planning.

Efficient Waste Management And Water Conservation

As an RV owner or renter, you'll have to find dump stations for both your gray water (nontoilet water sources) and black water (toilet-specific) tanks. Efficient waste management is crucial for a cost-effective RV lifestyle. To avoid incurring fees at campgrounds, locate free or low-cost dump stations for emptying your RV's waste tanks. Websites and apps like Sanidumps and RV Dump Sites  provide comprehensive directories of dump stations across the country, offering a convenient way to plan your route with waste disposal in mind. You'll also need the tools and supplies to dump your waste, such as the hose and hose attachments.

Practicing water conservation is a smart strategy to extend the time between fill-ups. You can install water-efficient faucets and showerheads, as well as opt for a composting toilet and water filters. These sustainable practices also ensure you have access to clean and safe drinking water throughout your journey, providing a budget-friendly and eco-conscious solution. While these may seem like additional measures, in the end, they conserve resources and help lower overall RVing costs. 

Fuel Efficiency And Navigation

Your choice of navigation apps can play a pivotal role in overall convenience and reducing gas costs. For those engaging in long, extended travels, RV-specific GPS apps and websites become invaluable for seamless navigation. Take advantage of destination apps such as inRoute, CoPilot RV, and RV Trip Wizard, which are designed to guide RVers on routes suitable for their vehicles. 

Along with maximizing your fuel budget by using apps or websites, you can also incorporate fuel-efficient driving techniques that improve your gas mileage while traveling. Maintaining a steady speed, using cruise control, reducing weight, and avoiding idling all contribute to your overall fuel savings. To complement these efforts, you can find the best fuel prices along your route through apps like GasBuddy and Gas Guru. 

When considering fuel-efficient RV options, classes like Class B RVs (campervans) and Class C RVs with smaller chassis are known for better fuel efficiency compared to larger Class A models. Towable trailers and hybrid RVs also offer advantages in weight and aerodynamics, contributing to your potential fuel efficiency. 

Meal Planning And Food Costs

To save money on food when RVing, you can apply the same budget-friendly tips you may practice at home. This may include buying produce in season, meal planning, and purchasing non-perishable, versatile ingredients that can be used in multiple dishes. For example, grains, legumes, and canned goods are efficient choices that save space and offer diverse meal options. To further streamline your dining budget, consider a combination of groceries and prepared foods. But, at the end of the day, your food costs will come down to your food preferences, the number of people you're traveling with, if you plan to buy food at popular attractions, eating out habits, and how remote you'll be. 

If you're not too remote, then save money on groceries by strategically shopping and planning ahead. Download the apps of common supermarkets near your route to access exclusive deals and promotions. Utilize digital coupons through these apps or traditional couponing websites to cut down on grocery costs. Exploring affordable dining options on the road is another budget-friendly strategy. Look for local farmers' markets for fresh and often more affordable produce. 

Additionally, while this is a no-brainer, preparing meals versus eating out will almost always be less expensive. Also, cooking your meals at your RV campsite, using communal grills or fire pits, can cut down on utility costs. By integrating these tips into your meal planning and grocery shopping, you can both save money and immerse yourself in the RV communities at campgrounds. 

Entertainment And Activities

Many regions offer free parks or public spaces where you can unwind and enjoy scenic views. National parks often have free admission days, providing an excellent opportunity to explore iconic landscapes without breaking the bank. Or, as previously mentioned, you can invest in an America the Beautiful Pass. To save money on activities, choose budget-friendly outdoor activities and seek out local events or festivals happening along your route. These activities can offer you a chance to immerse yourself in the culture and entertainment of different communities at little or no cost. 

Equip your RV with onboard entertainment options like a TV and movies for cozy nights in. Consider streaming services or DVDs that you already own to minimize additional expenses. You can also plan to use devices such as AppleTV or ROKU to minimize the amount of equipment in your RV. Utilizing free or low-cost campground amenities, such as communal game rooms and libraries, is also a great option, especially when traveling with kids.

When managing entertainment expenses, plan ahead by setting a budget for activities like movie nights or dining out. Take advantage of discount programs or memberships, like AAA, which may offer savings on attractions and services. You don't have to sacrifice entertainment when traveling, but by incorporating these tips, you can strike a balance between enjoying quality entertainment and keeping your budget intact during your travels.

Be Flexible But Prepared

To both potentially save money and create memorable experiences, maintain flexibility in your RV journey. Be open to last-minute changes in your itinerary, allowing you to capitalize on unexpected attractions or discounts. Be open to meeting other travelers and taking advice while on the road. This collaborative approach not only fosters camaraderie; it can also help you save money. Trust us, you're not the only one trying to maximize your road trip budget, and seasoned RVers are typically excited to share insider info.

In the spirit of flexibility, it's also important to spend money when necessary instead of "risking it." For example, if you need to choose between driving through inclement weather or pulling over at a roadside hotel or nearby campsite for the night, stay safe and embrace the change of plans. No amount of cost-saving planning is more important than the safety of you and your passengers. After all, you have emergency funds for a reason. By striking a balance between flexibility and budget-planning preparedness, you can navigate your RV journey safely and with confidence.

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In a growing trend, more couples are skimping on their wedding budgets to instead splurge on what comes after their big day — the honeymoon .

A new survey from the honeymoon registry site Honeyfund reveals that people are spending more on their honeymoon relative to their wedding than ever before, with a 2:1 ratio instead of 10:1.

Sara Margulis, CEO of Honeyfund, tells PEOPLE there are several factors driving the surprising shift. One of them is a pent-up desire to travel after lots of time spent cooped up at home amid the pandemic.

"The longing to travel and explore the world with one's partner has never been stronger," she says. "It’s like we’ve all been reminded how precious those shared experiences are."

Brides and grooms are also prioritizing experiences over material things more than ever before — and that includes an adventure-filled honeymoon. "Couples are realizing that the memories made during a once-in-a-lifetime trip beat out the flashiest of weddings," Margulis explains. "It’s all about capturing those moments that you’ll talk about for years — and revisit in your Instagram feed."

Another undeniable factor is the increasingly steep cost of throwing a wedding today. "The financial aspect can’t be ignored. Weddings are expensive, and when you look at the numbers, it can be a bit of a wake-up call," Margulis tells PEOPLE. "Couples are thinking, 'Where do we really want to put our money?' And with prices being what they are, it’s no surprise many decide on a more intimate wedding that allows for a dream honeymoon."

To help couples make the most of their honeymoon budget and ensure their dream post-wedding trip goes off without a hitch, Margulis shares her top planning tips.

Consider a honeymoon registry

While Margulis says it used to be "taboo" or bad etiquette to ask for money as a wedding gift, that attitude has changed. These days, creating a honeymoon fund and asking people to contribute is not only acceptable but embraced by guests.

"Honeyfunds are a way for friends and family to give a gift that’s not just about experiences but also about supporting the couple through happily ever after," she notes, adding, "Our research shows that couples who take a honeymoon together are more likely to be happily married more than a decade later."

Make sure your passport is in order

Don't forget your passport — whether you need to sort out a renewal or remember where you stored it.

"It sounds obvious, but you’d be surprised how many couples scramble last minute to get this in order. Start early to avoid stress," Margulis advises. "Trust me, dealing with passport panic is not a great pre-wedding or honeymoon activity."

She also suggests waiting until after your trip to do an official name change on your passport. "If you plan to change your last name after marriage, deal with all that when you get back from your honeymoon. Travel with your given name," she says.

Bring the essentials

When you're making your packing list, you might be tempted to focus on the fun stuff — like that new swimsuit you just bought or the stack of books you plan to dig into while relaxing on the beach. But there are a lot of small essentials — from sunscreen to bug spray — to remember to tuck into your suitcase that will not only make your trip more comfortable but also save you money.

"It’s easy to forget these essentials, but remembering them can save you from inflated resort prices and discomfort during what should be the most enjoyable moments of your honeymoon," Margulis tells PEOPLE.

Check the weather outlook before making your plans

As you're exploring potential honeymoon spots and putting your trip details together, be sure to look up the forecast for your destination and specific travel dates.

"You don’t want to be caught off guard by a rainy season or a heatwave," says Margulis. "A little research goes a long way in ensuring you pack appropriately and plan activities that make sense for the climate."

Book your activities in advance

The point of a honeymoon is to kick back and relax after the stress of wedding planning. So you don't want to arrive at your destination and have the pressure of arranging your itinerary on the spot.

Also, as Margulis points out, "activities, tours and excursions often require booking in advance. Waiting until the last minute might mean missing out on that dream snorkeling trip, museum or wine tour."

Don't overschedule your days

Sure, it's tempting to want to make the most of your time in an incredible destination like Italy or Hawaii. But Margulis says it's important to work in some downtime and not overpack your schedule where you're on the go the whole time.

"Your honeymoon is a rare chance to relax and connect with your partner without the distractions of daily life. Embrace it!" she urges.

Save extra funds for the unexpected

Even if you have your honeymoon planned out to the smallest of details, spontaneity is the spice of life. Make sure to leave room in your budget for special little extras along the way.

"From small things like spontaneous bottles of champagne to an unexpected hotel room upgrade, the 'just in case' fund may lead to the most cherished memories," Margulis says.

Consider a honeymoon package

While some couples might prefer the freedom of curating their own trip, others embrace the convenience of having all the details taken care of with a honeymoon package.

"For couples looking for a relaxing, 'have everything at their fingertips' experience, all-inclusive resorts can actually be a great deal. Everything is taken care of, from meals to activities, and you can often find packages that make luxury more affordable," Margulis says.

"And it's worth noting that while the upfront cost might seem higher, all-inclusives often end up being more economical, especially in destinations where the cost of living is high," she adds.

Start planning early

Margulis advises brides and grooms to start planning their honeymoon as soon as they've booked their wedding venue — and before they do any more wedding planning — ideally 12 months in advance of their trip.

"It’s not only practical for snagging the best deals and ensuring everything is booked, but it also makes wedding planning more exciting," she says. "Knowing you have an amazing trip on the horizon can be a joyful motivator through the busy wedding prep."

"Early planning means less stress and more time dreaming up your perfect getaway together," she adds, noting, "Some things like tours and internal transfers will need to be booked closer to the travel dates, but those items on your to-do list will be a welcome respite from the hectic wedding planning phase."

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Packing List

Tags: beginner , clothes , intermediate , kids , travel

In the Packing List ESL activity students pretend they are going on a trip, and make a list of things they need to take.

Divide the class into an even number of small groups (up to four students). Assign half the groups the letter A, and half the letter B.

• Group A imagines they are going on a warm weather trip. Group B imagines they are going on a cold weather trip. You could give real locations if you wish.
• Each group writes a packing list of things they think they will need on their trip.
• Divide the board into three columns, titled Warm Weather, Both, and Cold Weather. After a few minutes, elicit items from the students and complete the columns as appropriate.
• Check for students understanding of each vocabulary item. As necessary,  ask students why they have chosen items.

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The Packing List ESL activity is a useful exercise for beginner or low intermediate students. With beginners, use it to review vocabulary for clothes and accessories .

With intermediate students it is more commonly used within the topic of travel . More focus should be placed on the reasoning behind each item. It often forms the first part of the extended activity Class Trip .

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The Hot And Cold ESL game is a version of the well-known children’s game, in which the proximity of a hidden object is indicated using temperature clues.

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Google's latest AI tool will help you plan your next vacation — here's how it works

All from a simple search query

Google is bringing travel-related features to its new artificial intelligence search results including trip planning, reviews and photos of your destination — but its opt-in for now. Although the search giant has started putting AI into the main results .

Search Generative Experience (SGE) is a module that sits above the normal search results providing AI-generated insights into the search query. 

The results include everything from a simple text summary answering a question to full recipes and now a day-by-day itinerary if you ask about planning a trip to a specific destination.

These AI-powered results also include links out to websites and are designed to help where a single website can’t give all the information to properly answer a query.

What travel information is Google adding to SGE?

Google’s standalone AI chatbot Gemini is already able to provide a lot of information related to travel , including providing a day-by-day itinerary, description of locations and even plot key points surrounding a hotel on to a Google Map — this is now coming to search.

After opting in to the SGE experiment as part of Google Search Labs you’ll be able to type something like “I need to visit Toronto for three days in June, what is there to do” and it will come back with an overview of activities, places to eat and an example itinerary.

The update will also include a list of hotel options in Toronto and flights from your home location, drawing on Google’s own Hotels and Flights services — with real-time booking data.

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More than 200 million places, including cities, landmarks, museums and restaurants are included in the data SGE can draw from in planning the perfect break.

How does travel information in SGE work?

Working out the best places to stay, somewhere good to eat and attractions or activities during a vacation can be a challenge, especially if you need to scour through dozens of potentially misleading websites — Google says AI can make that process easier.

Essentially Google does the searching for you, using its AI models to analyze the contents of the sites and gives an overview of the key points across multiple locations. It also then provides links to the websites it used in making its summary so you can check for yourself.

[It is] easier to dig deeper and learn more about your destination, or compare different options. Google

You can type something like “plan me a 3 day trip to Philadelphia that's all about history” into the normal Google search box and SGE will pop up with suggestions that include attractions, restaurants and all the necessary travel information.

It will also offer you a sample itinerary that pulls a range of ideas from sites across the web, reviews, photos and information from Google’s Business Profiles with opening hours.

Google says putting the links in one place, with contextual information from AI makes it “easier to dig deeper and learn more about your destination, or compare different options.”

At launch it is only available in English and in the U.S. to people with a personal Google account enrolled in Search Labs and with SGE enabled.

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