English Speaking Course

Family Discussion About Summer Vacation

• Alice's family discusses their summer holiday plans, debating between the beach and the mountains. Alice expresses her preference for the beach.

• The father suggests traveling by car, which excites Gemma and Simon, indicating a positive anticipation for their vacation.

Hotel Reservation Process

• Simon calls Royal Hotel to book a double room for three people, specifically requesting a sea view room despite its higher price of $55 per night with breakfast included.

• An extra bed is requested for Alice at an additional cost of $5 per night, which Simon agrees to pay.

Check-In Experience

• Upon arrival at the hotel, Simon checks in and confirms his reservation details including identification and duration of stay (three days). He receives room number 504 along with key access.

• The bellman offers assistance with luggage, highlighting customer service at the hotel.

Room Service Inquiry

• Simon inquires about laundry services available at the hotel; he learns that guests can use a laundry bag provided by staff. Additionally, he asks about restaurant hours: dinner from 6 PM to 10 PM and breakfast until 9 AM.

• Alice expresses boredom with staying in the hotel; her mother reassures her by suggesting they visit local attractions instead. They plan to ask hotel staff about tour packages.

Booking a Tour Package

• Simon contacts reception to inquire about package tours to local beauty spots; he learns that there is daily bus service from 7 AM to 5 PM and books three seats for his family on this tour.

Dining Experience at Royal Restaurant

• At dinner time, Simon confirms his reservation for three people at Royal Restaurant and orders beef steaks as well as mineral water for drinks after reviewing the menu.

• After enjoying their meal, Simon provides feedback regarding the food being slightly salty but overall delicious; he requests his bill and pays via credit card without issues.

Late Night Snack Order

• Following dinner, Alice expresses hunger again; they decide to order pizza to their room (Room 504) with a large size requested by her mother who places the order over phone call with room service staff.

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