假期计划—Vacation Plans

Before I go on vacation, I always plan my trip. For starters, I usually take a look at travel guide books or go online and review possible destinations. Then, I check the costs involved in traveling to that particular place. If I'm going by plane, then I have to compare prices on airfare for different airlines. If I'm traveling by train, then I have to look into train passes or tickets. I also need to locate¹ hotel accommodations². Fortunately, I don't mind staying at cheap hotels or even a youth hostel³. Finally, I try to budget money for meals and other sightseeing expenses. If I plan carefully, I usually have a good time

1 locate   

vt.查找…的地点；使…坐落于，位于；vi.居住下来，定居

参考例句：

• The head company decided to locate in Qingdao.总公司决定设在青岛。
• The general tried to locate the enemy's site.那位将军想找出敌人营地的位置。

2 accommodations   

n. 膳宿；住房

参考例句：

• They provided comfortable accommodations for visitors. 他们为旅客提供舒适的住处。
• Make a telephone call. Tell them to meet you at the railway station and to arrange accommodations. 先打个电话， 请他们接站，安排好食宿。

3 hostel   

n.（学生）宿舍，招待所

参考例句：

• I lived in a hostel while I was a student.我求学期间住在青年招待所里。
• He says he's staying at a Youth Hostel.他说他现住在一家青年招待所。