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1. Where was this picture taken?
This picture was taken by a swimming pool.
2. What are the people in the picture doing?
The people in the picture are enjoying themselves at the pool, swimming.
3. What kind of building do you see in the picture?
The building that we see in the picture is a hotel (motel).
4. What do people usually do at that type of building?
People usually stay at a hotel while they are traveling, or on vacation.
5. How long can you stay at a hotel?
You can stay at a hotel for a night, or for several nights.
6. What is it called when you register at a hotel?
When you register at a hotel, that is called “checking in.” When you are done and you are going to leave, you must “check out.”
7. Where do you go to check in at a hotel?
To check in at a hotel, you must go to the front desk.
8. Where is the front desk located?
The front desk is located in the lobby of the hotel.
9. If you need help with your luggage, who can help you?
If you need help with your luggage, you can ask the bellhop to assist you.
10. What kind of amenities does a hotel often have?
Common amenities at a hotel are a pool, exercise room, complimentary breakfast, and a microwave and mini-fridge in the room.
11. Where can you go if you want to relax at a hotel?
If you want to relax at a hotel, you can lounge at the pool to unwind.
12. Where can you go if you want to get some exercise at a hotel?
If you want to get some exercise at a hotel, you can go to the exercise room.
13. Whom do you call if you want to have food delivered to your room?
If you want to have food delivered to your room, you can order room service.
14. What can you do if you want to make sure you will not oversleep in the morning?
If you want to make sure you will not oversleep in the morning, you can contact the front desk and ask them for a wake-up call.
15. What can you do if you want to sleep in and don’t want housekeeping to come in?
If you want to sleep in and not be disturbed by housekeeping, you can put a “do not disturb” sign on the outside of the door.
16. What can you do if you forget shampoo, toothpaste, or other such items?
If you forget shampoo, toothpaste, or other toiletries, you can contact the front desk or concierge.
17. What other furniture might a hotel room have, besides a bed?
Other furniture that a hotel room might have could be a sofa, a wardrobe, a dresser, and a table and chairs.
18. What can you do if you need an extra bed, or perhaps a bed for a baby?
If you need an extra bed, you can request a rollaway bed. If you need a bed for a baby, you can request a crib.
19. If you have some valuables, what can you do to keep them safe?
If you have some valuables, you can ask to put them in the hotel safe. Also, some rooms have a small room safe that you can use.
20. Can you take your pet to a hotel?
Some hotels allow pets and others do not. So if you want to travel with your pet, you should check in advance with the hotel regarding their pet policy.
Paragraph: At a Hotel
When you stay at a hotel, the first thing you have to do is check in. You go to the front desk and inquire if there are any vacancies, or available rooms. Of course, if you made a reservation, then you know that a room is waiting for you. The clerk at the front desk will ask you to fill out a form with your name and address, and oftentimes your license plate number, if you are driving a car. After check-in, the clerk will give you a room key and explain where your room is, how to get there, where’s the best place to park, and so on. The clerk will also inform you about breakfast hours, if a complimentary breakfast is included with your stay.
It is common for hotel rooms to have some extras, like a sofa, a microwave, a mini-fridge, and a coffee maker. This is very convenient, as it makes it easier to relax and unwind at the hotel if you can kick back and eat a microwave dinner while watching TV, instead of having to go out to eat at a restaurant or something. You can also relax by taking a dip in the hotel pool, working up a good sweat in the exercise room, or taking a hot bath.
Many hotel rooms are also equipped with an alarm clock, so you don’t have to worry if you forgot your travel alarm. If you think you are likely to oversleep, or you are concerned about not getting up in time, you can always call the front desk and request a wake-up call. On the other hand, if you are on vacation and have the luxury of sleeping in, you can put a “Do Not Disturb” sign on your door. That way, you won’t be awakened by housecleaning the next morning, and whenever you are ready, you can put up a note letting the maid know that it’s now okay to clean the room.
When your hotel stay is over, you’ll have to check out. Usually, check-out time is ten or eleven o’clock in the morning, so you’ll want to make sure that you are up in time for that, and that you get a chance to check your room to make sure you don’t accidentally leave anything behind. Some people leave a tip for the housecleaning crew, but this is not necessary. Checking out is rather easy – you just have to return the room key, and that’s it. Then you can be on your way, wherever your next destination may happen to be.