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English NicknamesNameDanielNicholasDennisJenniferKateWhitney

MeaningRuler of the WorldVictoryWild or CrazyWhite WavePureIsland

English NicknamesMale names: www.world-english.org/boys_names.htm

Female names: www.world-english.org/girls_names.htm

Unit 1: Somewhere to stayTask: Write an email to a hotel

(pages 10-13)

Types of Accommodationspage 10

You can stay at a hotel.

You can stay at a motel / an inn.

You can stay at a beach resort.

You can stay at a mountain/ski lodge.

You can stay at a youth hostel.

You can stay at a guest house / a bed and

breakfast.

You can stay in a self-catering apartment.

You can stay in a cruise ship cabin.

You can stay in a bungalow.

Two Email Examplespage 11

Answer these questions with your partner:

1. What type of accommodation is each group inquiring about?

2. Who are the people in each group?3. What requirements and special needs does

each group have?4. When will Group 1 be checking in and checking

out?5. What kinds of rooms does Group 1 need?6. What kinds of beds does Group 2 need?7. What does “facilities” mean?8. What does “full board” mean?

Types of Rooms

Single Room

Double Room

Types of Beds

King-Size Bed

Queen-Size Bed

Full-Size/Double Bed

Twin/Single Bed

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Choose a Hotelpage 11

Useful Expressionspage 12

SalutationHello,Dear Sir/Madam,Dear (hotel name),

* Do NOT forget to write a comma after the salutation!

Paragraph #1:Where you found out about the hotel

I read about your hotel …on the Internetin a newspaper / magazine / travel guide

I heard about your hotel …on the radioon TVfrom a friend / a coworker / a travel agent

Paragraph #2:Explain the purpose of your stay

We are planning to visit (city name) …for vacation / businessto attend a conference / a seminarto go sightseeingfor our honeymoonfor a wedding / funeral

Paragraph #2:Describe your main requirements

Do you have (number) room(s) available for (number) night(s) in (month)?

We plan to stay from (MM/DD) to (MM/DD).

We need the following: …

These are our requirements: …

Here are our details: …

Paragraph #3:Describe your special needs

Does your hotel offer … ? If so, … ? / If not, … ?wireless Internet servicefull board / half boardroom serviceearly check-in / late check-outairport shuttle service

Does your hotel have … ? If so, … ? / If not, … ?wheel chair access a spaa swimming pool a bara meeting room a karaoke room

Paragraph #4:Ask for extra information

I have (number) more questions:

Can we pay by credit card / debit card / in won?

What is the check-in / check-out time?

How far is it (by car / bus / bicycle / on foot) to the nearest (beach / shopping mall / museum / local sights / Korean restaurant / … )?

Do you have any special (offers / packages) available?

Could you send me more information about … ?

ClosingThank you,Sincerely,Sincerely yours,Awaiting your reply,

* Do NOT forget to write a comma after the closing!

Writing TipsYour writing should be very polite, so … Write in short, clear sentences Avoid using contractions (e.g. I’ll I will) Use formal English (e.g. gonna going to) Start a new paragraph for each new topic

Write an Email to a Hotelpage 12 (b and c)

Scenario: You are planning to go on a trip to Europe with your friends during summer vacation. Choose one of the hotels on page 11, and write an email to the hotel. Remember, one of your friends is blind! Plan your email (part b) and write your email (part c) with 4 paragraphs. Do not forget to write a salutation and a closing. Be creative and have fun!

Homework1. Choose an English nickname and make a

nametag. Bring it to class next time. Be sure to write down three activities you like.

2. Finish writing your email. Then, type your email, print it, and bring it to class next week on Monday.

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See you next time!