The travel bug – and other expressions!
Language in Context
Read the sentences below paying special attention to the expressions in bold:
She barely returned from Europe and now she’s going to Asia. She has itchy feet.
Everything he owns fits into his backpack. He’s an expert at traveling light.
Jack loves to stay off the beaten track. He’s been wanting to get away from it all for a while, so he’s booked a trip to a remote island.
Her father is a military man, so she’s used to living out of a suitcase.
Now practice:
Extra Vocabulary
Do you know these other expressions related to traveling?
Writing:
Answer the questions below about your traveling preferences and experiences. Be sure to use complete sentences and be creative – write as much as you can!
