Whether you’re planning a vacation, a business trip or a study abroad experience, knowing Spanish vocabulary about traveling is essential. From booking flights to asking for directions, being able to communicate in Spanish while traveling opens up new opportunities and enriches your experience.
On this page you will find different lessons about this topic related to basic travel phrases and specific vocabulary for airports, hotels, transportation and sightseeing.
What will you learn?
Essential travel phrases: start with key phrases you need for any trip, such as “¿Dónde está…?” (Where is…?), “¿Cuánto cuesta?” (How much does it cost?), “necesito ayuda” (I need help), and “no hablo mucho español” (I don’t speak much Spanish). These lessons introduce you to the must-know expressions to make your travel easier.
Airport and flight vocabulary: learn vocabulary specific to airports and flying, including “billete de avión” (plane ticket), “equipaje” (luggage), “puerta de embarque” (boarding gate), “pasaporte” (passport) and “control de seguridad” (security check). These lessons cover everything you need from check-in to boarding your flight.
Hotel and accommodation terms: learn how to check in and talk about your stay with phrases in Spanish like “reservar una habitación” (to book a room), “hacer el check-in” (to check in), “servicio de habitaciones” (room service) and “hora de salida” (check-out time).
Transportation vocabulary: increase your vocabulary to talk about different modes of transportation, such as “taxi” (taxi), “autobús” (bus), “tren” (train); or other concepts related to transport like “alquiler de coches” (car rental) or “estación” (station). These lessons will guide you through asking for directions, buying tickets and getting around in Spanish-speaking destinations.
Sightseeing and tourist activities: learn new vocabulary and phrases for sightseeing, including “museo” (museum), “guía turístico” (tour guide), “excursión” (excursion) and “atracción turística” (tourist attraction). These lessons help you ask questions, find the best spots and fully enjoy your travel experiences in Spanish-speaking countries.
Eating out: learn how to order food with vocabulary like “menú” (menu), “mesa para dos” (table for two), “plato principal” (main course), “cuenta” (bill) and “propina” (tip). These lessons prepare you to communicate easily in restaurants, cafés and bars.