• Take a tour of London by listening to this tour guide and do the exercises to improve your listening skills.

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  • Christophe tries to convince Aiste to go to Switzerland. Includes audio file of non-native (Lithuania/Belgium) English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/24/2011 - 18:42
  • A man calls a hotel to make a reservation at the Sunnyside Inn. This site includes audio, a transcript and exercises to practice listening with slang/vocabulary notes in the transcript. To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Mon, 09/12/2011 - 23:01
  • Learn vocabulary as you listen to this conversation comparing the cultures of Columbia and Ecuador. Follow along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Thu, 08/14/2014 - 03:18
  • Learn vocabulary as you listen to this discussion of things to do in Capetown and the surrounding area. Follow along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Thu, 08/14/2014 - 03:19
  • Learn vocabulary as you listen to this conversation about the climate and landscape of Cape Town, South Africa. Follow along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Thu, 08/14/2014 - 03:30
  • Learn to ask for directions and understand the directions given to you in English. In this English lesson you will watch people ask questions using "where is" and listen as they receive directions.

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    Updated date: Mon, 08/29/2011 - 15:40
  • I’ve lived in many different countries, both in Western Europe, Middle East, and now here in Hong Kong. I’ve learned five or six different languages. I love learning languages, I just find them fascinating. Listen to the audio and follow along with the text to learn new words and practice pronunciation.

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    Updated date: Sun, 10/23/2011 - 02:57
  • Learn how to construct superlatives in English like "the biggest" or "the best". In this beginner English lesson you will watch two friends talking about where to go on a beach vacation. They describe which types of beaches they like best. You will learn the English grammar to make superlatives using the "-est" ending on short adjectives and "the most" for longer adjectives.

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    Updated date: Thu, 11/24/2011 - 09:15
  • Julianna and Greg have a daughter named Carmen who is traveling the world. They discuss how to read a world map so that they can follow their daughter's travels. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:20
  • It's fun to travel, but it's so expensive! Justine and Howie are complaining about the extra fees at the airport. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:41
  • Ignacio is going on vacation and needs to ask his friend, Shannon, a favor. Shannon, however, might not accept because it has to do with Ignacio's dog. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:47
  • Nick and Mariah have to leave for the airport in 15 minutes, but Mariah is still packing her clothes! Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:48
  • Practice your vocabulary by listening to this interview about living abroad as a web creator. Follow along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:27
  • Practice your vocabulary by listening to this interview about working online from anywhere in the world. Follow along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Mon, 10/21/2013 - 18:35
  • A man announces a New York travel itinerary to a group of tourists. What would you do in New York City for a day? This site includes audio, a transcript and exercises to practice listening with slang/vocabulary notes in the transcript. To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 02:59
  • Do you get nervous when you're entering an English speaking country? Listen to this audio of a typical conversation between a traveler and a customs and immigration official. Take a quiz to check your comprehension and continue with the vocabulary activities.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 02:25
  • Bathrooms are very different from one country to another. In this conversation two men discuss their visit to a Japanese public bath. Would you know the social and culture rules in a Japanese bath? If not, learn here! To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 02:27
  • Heidi talks about things tourists should see and do when visiting her country of Mongolia.Includes audio file of non-native / native English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 03:04
  • Monica gives some tips on what to do when visiting her country. Includes audio file of native English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Mon, 08/18/2014 - 00:55
  • Tom and Jess compare cost of living in various cities around the world. Includes audio file of native English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Thu, 09/08/2011 - 09:11
  • During this telephone conversation a man calls a travel agency to make plane reservations. This site includes audio, a transcript and exercises to practice listening with slang/vocabulary notes in the transcript. To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Mon, 09/12/2011 - 22:55
  • In this podcast Jonathan, from Canada, talks about his experiences living with all of his belongings in one suitcase. Jonathan travels to countries around the world with only the things he can carry in a suitcase. Listen to the interview, read the text and learn new vocabulary words and phrases.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 10:05
  • Stephen and Ashlie visit the seaside town of Blackpool and have a go on some of the rides at the Pleasure Beach theme park. Follow along with the transcript as you listen to this discussion about a visit to the seaside town of Blackpool. Complete the comprehension tasks to test your knowledge!

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    Updated date: Thu, 08/14/2014 - 03:54
  • Diego and Rebecca compare beach life and tourist attractions in their countries. Includes audio file of native / non-native (Mexico) English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 02:42
  • Did you know that the country of Iran has a long history of drinking tea? Amir talks about the traditional way to drink tea in his country. Learn new phrases and vocabulary by clicking on the blue words for pronunciation and meaning.

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 03:08
  • Learn to use the past continuous or past progressive tense to talk about what you were doing. In this lesson you will see a man complaining about his unpleasant vacation. He uses the past progressive tense to describe what happened during his trip.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 03:07
  • Learn how to plan a vacation and talk about your past travel experiences in English. In this intermediate English lesson you will see someone talking to a travel agent about where to go on vacation. The travel agent asks several questions about the person's experiences using "ever" and "never".

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 03:11
  • Amir talks about how people greet each other in his country of Iran in public and private. Includes audio file of non-native English conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 06:48
  • Learn how to check in to a hotel and ask questions about the hotel facilities in English. In this intermediate English lesson you will see a man on a business trip arriving at a hotel and making reservations for his colleagues. He asks questions about the hotel facilities and the receptionist answers him using the passive voice.

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    Updated date: Fri, 12/30/2011 - 07:30
  • Imagine a beach; a quiet place, with only the noise of the sea and the gulls in the background. It’s a hot day. There is just the sea, the sun, and the beach; a little paradise. This audio file includes transcript and comprehension questions. Easy format can be downloaded or printed easily. Includes a list of new vocabulary to complement the text.

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    Updated date: Fri, 04/04/2014 - 07:32
  • Sophie talks about the best place she has ever visited. Listen how she describes all of her fabulous vacations then put the same words she uses into the text. This lesson is about using words to describe people, places and things.

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    Updated date: Mon, 06/09/2014 - 14:15
  • Ying plans to fly back home at peak travel time. He gets well prepared for anything that could happen. His friend, Sabrina, thinks it is like he is preparing to go into battle rather than go on vacation! In this audio, you can learn some vocabulary about traveling by flight.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:54
  • Pinda and Iktinos are visiting a famous building and discussing its architecture. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:54
  • Samantha is a single girl planning her vacation. Ray, her brother, suggests she take a singles vacation so that she can meet her husband-to-be! Samantha is not so fond of the idea. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:54
  • Orlando is at the passport office because he needs a passport. This podcast lesson relates to getting a passport. The lesson is excellent for anybody that has to ask for a passport or other government documents. The teacher gives explanations for both vocabulary and the process of getting a passport.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:57
  • If you want to avoid costly taxi rides around large cities when traveling you might want to use a free airport shuttle service. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:58
  • A great way to save money on vacation is to rent a house instead of staying in a hotel. Marnie and George discuss the advantages and disadvantages of renting a vacation home. Listen to the slow and fast dialogue of the podcast while following along with the transcript. This podcast includes explanations of highlighted words to help you expand your vocabulary, especially regarding slang terms or everyday phrases.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:59
  • Do you know what to do if there is an emergency on an airplane? This podcast is narrated by a man who had a scary experience on an airplane. Listen to the story, then the teacher explains new vocabulary. The lesson contains very important language for intermediate and advanced students.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 01:56
  • Stephen and Ashlie arrive at the hotel in Snowdonia, but they don't have the same idea about how to relax!

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    Updated date: Fri, 05/13/2011 - 02:10
  • Ashlie surprises Stephen by beating him to the top of Snowdon mountain.

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    Updated date: Fri, 05/13/2011 - 02:54
  • Ashlie, Stephen and Jazz take a trip on the London Eye to enjoy the views of London. This video about getting around London includes a transcript and comprehension task.

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    Updated date: Sun, 10/23/2011 - 10:13
  • Stephen's friend comes to London and Ashlie and Stephen show him around. It includes a transcript and three comprehension tasks.

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    Updated date: Sun, 10/23/2011 - 10:14
  • Practice your vocabulary by listening to this interview about living on the road and working remotely. Read along with the transcript, then take the vocabulary and comprehension quizzes.

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    Updated date: Mon, 10/21/2013 - 12:24
  • Learn some specific English travel vocabulary that you can use on your next trip. In this advanced English lesson you will see two colleagues talking about the travel plans of one of their nieces. The girl is having some difficulty getting her trip arranged. You will learn some common vocabulary for talking about your travel plans.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/03/2011 - 19:09
  • A man checks into a budget hotel, but it's not what he expected! This site includes audio, a transcript and exercises to practice listening with slang/vocabulary notes in the transcript. To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Mon, 09/12/2011 - 23:03
  • What is a backpacker? It is a person who travels around the world and stays in hostels, carrying all of their clothes and belongings on their back. Does this sound interesting to you? Listen to this podcast and find out more about backpacking from a real backpacker.

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    Updated date: Wed, 10/26/2011 - 02:22
  • Would you like to travel and live in different countries? Listen to Jonathan, a Canadian, talk about his travels. He has been traveling since he was a young boy. What are his plans? Where does he live? Read the text of the podcast. Click on new words and phrases in blue and listen to information about pronunciation and meaning.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 10:15
  • Steven talks with Rachel about the various reasons people travel to Costa Rica. Includes audio file of non-native / native English (U.S.) conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 10:37
  • Shirley talks about her previous career working with the Customs Department in Australia. Includes audio file of native English (U.S. / Australia) conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Fri, 10/28/2011 - 04:00
  • Rachel talks a little about lodging and transportation in her hometown city. Includes audio file of native English (U.K. / Canada) conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Fri, 10/28/2011 - 04:32
  • Listen to this podcast talking to Jonathan, a Canadian who has an unusual life. Jonathan doesn't have a house or a car or a job. He spends his time traveling and living with only what he can carry in his suitcase. Could you do this?

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    Updated date: Fri, 10/28/2011 - 07:13
  • Jonathan talks about a new inexpensive way to get a place to stay when traveling. Includes audio file of Canadian/U.S. English conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Fri, 10/28/2011 - 07:23
  • Vanessa wants an exciting traveling experience and don't want to follow the tourist guidebook. Justin worries about it. Includes downloadable audio file with slow dialogue, explanations and fast dialogue. Dialogue is short and focuses on slang terms for everyday life.

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    Updated date: Tue, 11/01/2011 - 10:00
  • Tu asks Todd about his recent trip to her country. Includes audio file of native / non-native (Vietnamese) English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Tue, 08/19/2014 - 10:36
  • Ashlie and Stephen go to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom to find out why Blackpool is the ballroom dancing capital of the world. The video shows you the city of Blackpool and where you can do to eat and dance. It includes a transcript and two comprehension tasks.

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    Updated date: Mon, 08/18/2014 - 01:00
  • Brother and sister, Stephen and Ashlie are in Scotland, visiting Loch Ness. Stephen wants to see the monster, but Ashlie doesn't believe it exists. A video about Scotland's Loch Ness includes transcript and two comprehension tasks.

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 03:26
  • We all think that flying is exciting but in fact, the reality today is very different. I traveled recently. Was it a pleasure? This interesting and useful page includes audio and four exercises to test your listening and comprehension.

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    Updated date: Mon, 08/18/2014 - 08:26
  • Ashlie and Stephen learn more about Loch Ness and risk a trip on a boat over the loch. Will the monster eat their boat or will they survive until the next episode? A video about Scotland's Loch Ness includes transcript and two comprehension tasks.

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    Updated date: Fri, 08/15/2014 - 03:22
  • Shirley talks about a special place she visited as a child and her memories there. Includes audio file of native English / non-native (Italian) conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Fri, 06/06/2014 - 12:14
  • What happens to your pets when you want to move to the UK? This interesting and useful page includes audio and four exercises to test your listening and comprehension.

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    Updated date: Tue, 08/30/2011 - 08:58
  • Pets coming into Britain have to go into quarantine. What's it like and what happens when it's finished? This interesting and useful page includes audio and four exercises to test your listening and comprehension.

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    Updated date: Tue, 08/30/2011 - 08:58
  • Learn how articles like a and the are used in common phrases, in place names, and for holidays. In this advanced English lesson you will see two men talking about culture and religion in England and China as they decide where to go sightseeing.

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 03:19
  • Todd talks about getting a unique hair cutting experience. Includes audio file of native / non-native (Vietnamese) English conversation with transcript of all audio and vocabulary notes. Some words in the transcript are "clickable" and take you directly to the notes. Great for expanding your vocabulary and enhancing pronunciation!

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    Updated date: Thu, 10/27/2011 - 06:26
  • Nowadays, many of us try to live in a way that will damage the environment as little as possible. And we want to take these attitudes on holiday with us. Ecotourism is becoming more popular. This audio file about ecotourism includes a vocabulary preparation, transcript and a comprehension task. All items, including the audio file, are downloadable.

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    Updated date: Mon, 08/04/2014 - 02:05
  • Canada do a military exercise near the border and make Tania so worry about. However, Emilio doesn't worry at all. Why? This audio includes downloadable file with slow dialogue, explanations and fast dialogue. Dialogue is short and focuses on slang terms for everyday life.

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    Updated date: Fri, 06/06/2014 - 14:22
  • Jordan picks up her luggage off of the luggage carousel but finds it broken. She goes to the claim office to complain. Will she get any compensation? Includes downloadable audio file with slow dialogue, explanations and fast dialogue. Dialogue is short and focuses on slang terms.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 02:02
  • Andrea and George discuss choosing a hotel room based on the view from the window. Includes downloadable audio file with slow dialogue, explanations and fast dialogue. Dialogue is short and focuses on slang terms.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 02:00
  • Shirley talks about how custom officials also work to help protect species from being smuggled to other countries. Includes audio file of native English (U.S. / Australia) conversation with transcript and vocabulary notes.

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    Updated date: Tue, 10/11/2011 - 07:55
  • Are you ready to travel in an English-speaking country? What kinds of public announcements would you expect to hear at an airport while waiting for your flight? You don't want to miss important information, so listen to this announcement and complete the exercises! To see the full transcript and vocabulary notes, click "Quick Script" at the top of the page.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/20/2014 - 02:04
  • Mohsen and Ella are going on an island vacation. Ella seems to enjoy it, but Mohsen finds out there are is internet access or any cell phone service at all! Includes downloadable audio file with slow dialogue, explanations and fast dialogue. Dialogue is short and focuses on slang terms for everyday life.

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    Updated date: Wed, 08/06/2014 - 02:03

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