Ex. 4. Match the phrases in column A with the phrases in column B
| A | B |
| 1. Vacation time can be a wonderful source of … | a) … a self-improvement program. |
| 2. Vacation surveys suggest that many of us have only a vague… | b) …totally boring to another. |
| 3. Reasons stated most frequently are to relax, … | c) …turn you on? |
| 4. Do you find enjoyment in outdoor sports like … | d) …while only a tiring chore for others. |
| 5. Or does going to plays, the opera, movies and historical sightseeing… | e) …have fun, and get away from the grind. |
| 6. Basking in the sun may be relaxing for one person but … | f) …idea of what we want out of our vacation. |
| 7. Shopping and sightseeing in a new city is a form of diversion and relaxation for some… | g) …deep sea fishing, kayaking, hot air ballooning and hiking? |
| 8. Travel time takes up a huge … | h) …on a ship, ride tour buses? |
| 9. Do you prefer to fly, travel in a car, take a train, cruise… | i) …portion of most vacations. |
| 10. A vacation is an excellent time for starting… | j) …self-renewal and relaxation. |
Ex. 5. Translate the following advertisements into English. Write down 5 advertisements of your own.
1.
Night Club “Plaza” is a large luxurious club. On the 15th of March 2001, it received the premium as “The best night club of St. Petersburg”.
Programmes: fashion shows, star performances.
Comments to cover fee: General cover fee depends on a concert. Cover fee: 100-500 rbls. (without concert fee).
What others are saying: “The club is situated in the centre of the city and is a part of one of the most splendid architectural ensembles of St.Petersburg – Spit of Vasilyevsky island. The club is one of the largest entertainment centres of the city.”
Working hours:Casino works daily, 24 hours a day. Restaurant: daily, from noon till 6:00 a.m. Dancing: Wednesday-Saturday.
2.
“Saygon”: three levels, two bars, a video screen, an Internet-cafe. Every Monday - ethnic music for all ages. Every Tuesday – programmes form the series “only classics”. The classics of blues, surf, reggae, twist, rap, gospel. Every Wednesday – jazz in all its display. With massive support of jazz DJs. Sunday – the best disco-bands of St. Petersburg. Thursday-Saturday – every night the best groups of St. Petersburg and outskirts (of Moscow, the country and the world) are in the club. Dinner for two without strong drinks – from 250 to 400 rbl. During the retro-hour you can buy coffee for 28 kop. like at good stagnant time.
3.
Casino “Astoria”: live bands, strip tease, dance. It’s one of the most luxurious, respectable, attractive and extravagant places in Petersburg. Romantic and mystic aura of decadent Russia of the beginning of the century, tender desserts and rare collections of wine in the restaurant of the casino-club, performances of famous show-ballet “Astoria”. Tournaments in preference and poker, performances of stars, exquisite fashion-shows take place here.
4.
Hollywood nights Entertaining complex. Nightclub, casino, restaurant. A perfect interior, comfortable VIP-zone, three bars, a huge choice of strong drinks, exquisite dishes of European and Russian cuisine. Concerts of Russian and foreign stars, prizes every night, the best discotheques with best DJs and a show-ballet every night. Guarded parking. Restaurant: modern interior, international cuisine (more than 100 dishes), a wide choice of Italian and French wine. Discounts: from noon till 6 p.m. - a 20% discount at all dishes in the restaurant. A free of charge invitation card to a disco/the concert hall and a $2-counter to the casino are included into the cost of dinner and supper (to the sum of more than $30). Credit cards are accepted.
5.
Arena.The club is situated in the shopping centre “Continent”, on the 3rd floor. In the club you can play all modern computer games of different genres. You can also install your favourite game. Administrators will always help you in technical questions, and experienced players will keep you company.
A spacious darkened hall, large comfortable tables, highlight – everything makes for a pleasant play and rest. The club is linked up to the LAN of Kolomyagi district and has got a dedicated line 11 Mbit on the Internet. All clients of Nevacom have got an opportunity of playing with visitors right from home. The global net is accessible form each computer in the club. Internet-packages from different providers and various components for computers are sold. There are 16 computers in the club. A cosy atmosphere and numerous entertainments contribute to a pleasant rest! By phone you can reserve a playing time and get any information.