In this episode, Andrew talks about his summer vacation to Kelowna, British Columbia, his hometown. He describes his adventurous flight on a small plane through stormy weather, his experiences staying at his brother's place near the beach, and family activities like mini-golfing. Plus he shares a story about a fun linguistic surprise at a sushi restaurant!
This episode will help you improve your English in the following ways:
Listening practice: You'll hear a native English speaker tell a detailed story about his travel experiences and family reunions. This improves your understanding of spoken English.
New vocabulary: Learn words and phrases related to air travel, weather conditions, recreational activities, and family gatherings.
Useful expressions: Understand common English idioms such as "par for the course," "white knuckling it," "show someone a thing or two," and "hit the spot" in a real-life context.
Canadian culture: Learn about popular summer activities in a Canadian town, family recreation spots, and the issue of forest fires in Western Canada.
Pronunciation: Listen to the correct pronunciation of everyday English words, place names, and activity-related vocabulary, which you can practice yourself.
Travel English: Learn vocabulary and expressions useful for describing travel experiences, weather conditions, and leisure activities.
English speaking practice: Join discussions with other listeners on the Culips Discord server for additional speaking practice.
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Small-group discussion class schedule (member only)
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