Travel Language

Join Michael Wigge as he immerses himself into fascinating subcultures, rides with Amish farmers in old-fashioned buggies, sleeps on the street with the homeless, and, with the help from alternative lifestylers, learns to nourish himself with flowers. Wigge had only three concerns during his travels: How do I get some food? How will I get to my next destination? Where can I sleep? …all without money! This unusual travel diary combines adventure with humor and contains surprising revelations about when money is really needed - and when it's not.

In Made in America, Bryson de-mythologizes his native land, explaining how a dusty hamlet with neither woods nor holly became Hollywood, how the Wild West wasn't won, why Americans say 'lootenant' and 'Toosday', how Americans were eating junk food long before the word itself was cooked up, as well as exposing the true origins of the G-string, the original $64,000 question, and Dr Kellogg of cornflakes fame.

Do you want to speak English fluently in various situations? Listen to "English in Situations. 1-3 - New Edition". These practical audio courses at intermediate level master the conversational skills required to communicate freely in everyday situations. Each lesson presents a new subject of typical conversations and teaches how to form sentences independently.

Daniel Everett, then a Christian missionary, arrived among the Pirahã in 1977 - with his wife and three young children - intending to convert them. What he found was a language that defies all existing linguistic theories and reflects a way of life that evades contemporary understanding. The Pirahã have no counting system and no fixed terms for color. They have no concept of war or of personal property.

300 essential words and phrases, the 100 most common verbs. How to learn a language differently ? With our learning method : I listen, I repeat, I speak. We rely on pronunciation, oral rehearsal, listening, combined with words, essential phrases, and a vocabulary list.

يتناول هذا الكتاب مذكرات الرحالة الإسباني «دومينجو باديا إي ليبليش» الذي انتحل شخصية «علي باي العباسي» مُدَّعِياً أنه من أحفاد العباسيين الهاربين إلى أوروبا بعد سقوط دولتهم. بدأ رحلاتـه من المغرب حتى الشرق العربي في مرحلة من أخطر مراحل المنطقة سياسياً مع نهايات القرن الثامن عشر وبدايات القرن التاسع عشر؛ الفترة التي شهدت المدّ البريطاني الفرنسي على المنطقة للسيطرة على طريق التجارة مع الهند وشرق آسيا. هذه المذكرات والرحلات لم يلتفت إليها سوى القليل من العرب رغم ترجمتها ونشرها في عدد من اللغات الحية مثل الفرنسية والإنجليزية والألمانية. يشمل هذا الكتاب وصف رحلة علي باي إلى المدن والمجتمعات التي مر بها من شمال أفريقيا إلى الإسكندرية والقاهرة، ثم رحلته إلى الحجاز وأدائه مناسك الحج، مع وصف دقيق لمكة والكعبة المشرفة، والشخصيات التي التقاها في الحجاز، ثم عودته إلى القاهرة والرحيل منها باتجاه الشام، ماراً بشمال سيناء ومدن وقرى فلسطين حتى وصوله إلى أورشليم (القدس)، ليواصل رحلته منها إلى دمشق، مع وصف دقيق لنشاط سكان تلك البلاد في مجال التجارة، والعناصر المختلفة المكونة لمجتمعاتها السكانية.

Soon I felt something alive moving along my leg and up my body to my face, and when I looked down, I saw a very small human being, only 15 centimetres tall . . . I was so surprised that I gave a great shout. ’But that is only the first of many surprises which Gulliver has on his travels. He visits a land of giants and a flying island, meets ghosts from the past and horses which talk. An Oxford Bookworms Library reader for learners of English, adapted from the Jonathan Swift original by Clare West.

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300 essential words and phrases, the 100 most common verbs. How to learn a language differently ? With our learning method : I listen, I repeat, I speak. We rely on pronunciation, oral rehearsal, listening, combined with words, essential phrases, and a vocabulary list. 20% of the words are used 80% of the time.

This introductory language course teaches you the Egyptian Arabic words and phrases that you need to communicate effectively in common daily settings. This course will help you unlock a richer travel experience to Egypt. Tailored for tourists, it focuses on essential words and phrases that will help you navigate, interact, and enjoy your trip to the fullest.

Embark on your Balkan adventure with confidence through this practical and engaging audio course, designed especially for travelers heading to the beautiful country of Macedonia. This thoughtfully crafted collection of travel-focused lessons equips you with the exact phrases you’ll need to handle everyday situations while immersing yourself in the rich local culture.

Heading to Mexico and want to communicate with confidence? This handy audiobook teaches you the must-know Spanish words and phrases for travelers, so you can navigate your trip with ease. Learn simple greetings, polite expressions, ordering food, asking for directions, handling transactions, and other key phrases—all taught in clear, easy-to-follow lessons.

كُتب عن باريس أكثر من غيرها من المدن، ومن أجمل ما قيل عنها أن الإنسان يشعر بفرحة العيش فيها، ويصله هذا الشعور عبر عددٍ لا يحصى من الأشياء الصغيرة من حوله، كرائحة فنجان القهوة والكرواسون في الصباح، وتأمّل أناقة نسائها منذ الصباح وهنّ مرتديات بدلات العمل، أو عند عتبات المحلات الفاخرة. باريس هي مزيج من الكتب ومحلات الزهور والشوكولاتة الرائعة، والروائح الجذابة لمحلات الحلويات والمطاعم الحاصلة على نجمة ميشلان، ومتعة المشي بين أروقتها والتنزه في ساحات حدائقها والجلوس في مقاهيها. وفرنسا -بتاريخ قصورها وملوكها ومتاحفها وفنّها ومفكريها وأدبائها وساستها- تشكّل إرثاً بشرياً أثّر في مسيرة الحضارة الإنسانية وتأثر بها، ومن أراد أن يعرف مدى تجذّر الثقافة الفرنسية بجميع مكوناتها في ثقافة العالم، سيجد ذلك جليّاً ومتميزاً كنفحة عطر باريسي أو كنكهة الأطباق الفرنسية الشهيرة.

Step into Punjab’s rich culture through its language. From the peaceful spirituality of gurdwaras to the energetic vibe of Chandigarh’s streets, even basic Punjabi can turn moments into memories and strangers into friends. Let this course be your key to a deeper, more heartfelt journey.

Planning a trip to Indonesia? Master the must-know Indonesian phrases and words that will transform your travel experience across Bali, Jakarta, and beyond. This introductory audio guide equips travelers with practical language skills for authentic interactions with locals, from ordering delicious street food to negotiating at traditional markets.

Planning to visit Iceland? Master essential Icelandic phrases that will transform your experience across Reykjavik, the Golden Circle, and beyond. This practical audio guide equips travelers with key language skills for authentic local interactions, from ordering traditional cuisine to navigating geothermal pools.

Master Lebanese Arabic and navigate confidently through vibrant Beirut and beyond. This focused audio guide equips you with practical dialect phrases for authentic interactions across Lebanon—from ordering mezze at neighborhood restaurants to exploring traditional souks. Through carefully structured lessons, you'll learn the distinct Lebanese pronunciation and colloquial expressions that help you connect with locals in natural, meaningful ways.

You'll master Jordanian Arabic to navigate confidently from bustling Amman to ancient Petra. This focused audio guide equips you with practical dialect phrases you'll use daily—from bargaining in traditional souks to sharing coffee with locals. Through targeted lessons, you'll learn authentic Jordanian pronunciation and colloquial expressions that help you connect naturally with people across the country.

A simple course to learn commonly used tourist phrases in Bengali, such as asking for directions, answering questions, ordering food, and other common tourist situations, focuses on comprehension and pronunciation across six learning sessions.

Are you planning a trip to Portugal and eager to make the most of your experience by learning the local language? This simple six-session audio course will equip you with the essential European Portuguese vocabulary you'll need to make the most of your trip. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your travel experience. Start our six-session European Portuguese audio course today and take the first step towards a more fulfilling and enjoyable trip to Portugal!