Drag and drop elements to fill in the gaps in the text. In today’s world a lot of people decide to travel solo. There is nothing wrong with that, and for some it may work, but after trying out different options I can honestly say that     1. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     is great and gives you a lot of satisfaction. First of all, your     2. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     give you safety. Everyone in the group kind of looks for each other, so pickpockets, scammers and annoying promoters feel more     3. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     to try to infiltrate a larger group. Another important benefit is that group travel can be more economical. A proper hotel room can be quite pricey for only one person, but if you     4. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     between several people, it is not that bad. Sometimes taking a taxi or renting a car is     5. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone,     so you would be happy to have other people to share the cost. Having someone to share your feelings and opinions with is another big advantage of group travel. After visiting many places together, you are     6. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     hundreds of memorable moments and anecdotes to talk about later. But most of all, travelling with friends is pure fun. It is thanks to them that you get opportunities to come out of your     7. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     and do things you would never do on your own. They     8. 1. intimidated, 2. travel companions, 3. inevitable, 4. cheer you on, 5. bound to have, 6. travelling with friends, 7. split the cost, 8. comfort zone     to try new things like practising sports or playing games, and this is what creates all these heart-warming memories you will come back to when you return home.

Study the text below and choose the correct answer in each point. More and more people nowadays decide to experience solo travel. And it is not just another craze – they simply want to put themselves first instead of having to     1.manageusecompromise     their dream trip for someone else’s desires. It is important to be open to new experiences and engage with locals in small towns and villages you visit. You will find yourself more     2.usedimmersedattracted     in the culture and able to make new friends. Actually, there is a misconception that solo travel means always being alone. While there are some truly solo times, travelling without your friends is often more social than travelling with them, and you can meet new friends that you will     3.keepgetmaintain     in touch with for years after the journey. What is more, solo travellers are more flexible and more resourceful at finding unique things to do. They do not hesitate to change their plans and often uncover activities in     4.tripsdestinationsitineraries     that their friends have never heard of, even if some of them lived in the location! Of course, travelling alone also means you are on your own when things get hard. Handling common travel mistakes like getting lost, not knowing where to eat or needing to find a doctor,     5.inevitablyseriouslypresently     can make you feel distressed, but then it turns out you are totally capable! Such experiences empower you and boost your confidence so in fact they may be regarded as benefits rather than drawbacks of solo travel. So, don’t let fear hold you back, and discover the beauty of solo travel for yourself!

Choose the correct option which fills the gaps in both sentences. There is only one correct answer in each point.

1. I hope we will … without a doctor till tomorrow.
   This experience will teach you how to … your money.
   a) control
   b) manage
   c) survive
   
2. I love how your sunglasses … the sunlight in this photo.
   When we learnt about the crash, we all … on the fate of the lost explorers.
   a) reflected
   b) mirrored
   c) speculated
   
3. I think you completely … the point.
   He told me he had … his flight back home.
   a) misunderstood
   b) caught
   c) missed
   
4. Careful! There’s a … in the ground.
   It’s so much cheaper when you can … costs.
   a) crack
   b) split
   c) share
   
5. She drove slowly and carefully, as she was … of the poor road conditions.
   In today’s turbulent times, everybody should be politically …
   a) aware
   b) mindful
   c) involved
   

Type in the translation of the Polish words in brackets to fill in the gaps in the sentences.

1. It took us four hours     Tu uzupełnij(aby dotrzeć do miejsca przeznaczenia).    
2. While travelling, it is important to     Tu uzupełnij (ufać swojemu przeczuciu),     but it will also help you in everyday life.
3. I suffer from     Tu uzupełnij (chorobę lokomocyjną),     so travelling by bus or by boat is a nightmare for me.
4. As the museum was     Tu uzupełnij (w niewielkiej odległości)     from our hotel, we decided to go there     Tu uzupełnij (pieszo).    
5.     Tu uzupełnij (Podróżowanie koleją)     is what I like most, I just love listening to the rhythmical rattle of the train.
6. When she decided on a solo journey to Spain, it meant     Tu uzupełnij (wyjście ze strefy komfortu)     and doing something extraordinary.
7. We never fight during our trips together because we have     Tu uzupełnij (podobne podejście do)     travelling.
8. Travelling teaches you good planning but also     Tu uzupełnij (zarządzania swoimi finansami)     wisely.

Explore the questions in the points below and choose the correct answers. There may be more than one correct answer in each point. 1. Which words are synonyms?
a) buddy
b) backpacker
c) hitchhiker
d) companion
2. Which words have something to do with thinking?
a) asset
b) bear in mind
c) reflect
d) consider
3. Which expressions mean the same?
a) travel by air
b) travel by rail
c) travel by sea
d) travel by train
4. Which ways of travelling involve using a road vehicle?
a) hitchhike
b) travel by bus
c) travel by boat
d) travel by coach
5. Which of the words refer to places?
a) itinerary
b) departure lounge
c) taxi rank
d) destination
6. Which adjectives are often seen on information boards at airports?
a) air-conditioned
b) delayed
c) immersed
d) cancelled
7. Which adjectives have a positive meaning?
a) approachable
b) intimidated
c) glorious
d) delayed