Page 7 - BPP Ing Pro 1- Meeting 1-2 Meeting and Gretting Tourist

4. Conversation 2: Meeting Cruise Ship Passengers

Listen and practise with tour partner.

Sohib (T Leader) : Good afternoon, everyone! My name is Sohib, and I'm your tour
leader for today as we explore the picturesque island of Santorini.
Welcome aboard! How was your cruise journey so far?
Karima (Tourist) : Hello, Sohib! Thank you for the warm welcome. The cruise has
been incredible, and we're really looking forward to exploring
Santorini.
Sohib (T Leader) : I'm delighted to hear that! Santorini is a gem, and I'm here to
ensure you have a fantastic time. Before we start our journey,
where are you folks from?
Karima (Tourist) : We're from Indonesia..
Sohib (T Leader) : Wonderful! Welcome to Santorini! If you have any questions
during our tour or if there's anything specific you're eager to see,
feel free to let me know.
Karima (Tourist) : Thank you. We appreciate that. Is there anything we should
keep in mind while exploring the island?
Sohib (T Leader) : Great question, Karima. Santorini has charming narrow streets
and steps, so comfortable walking shoes are advisable. Also, be
sure to stay hydrated as we go along. I've planned a mix of
historical and scenic spots. If anyone needs a break or has special
requests, just give me a shout.
Karima (Tourist) : That sounds perfect! We're ready for a day filled with
exploration.
Sohib (T Leader) : Fantastic! Now, let's make our way through Santorini, and I'll
share the beauty and history of this enchanting place. If you have
your cameras ready, there'll be plenty of photo opportunities.
Ready to get started?
Karima (Tourist) : Absolutely, Sohib! We're excited to begin the adventure.

Quizes
a. True or False Quiz: Meeting and Greeting Tourists
Answer the questions bellow. Choose T for true and F for false.

1. (T / F ) "Good morning! Welcome to Barcelona!" is an appropriate greeting for a
tour guide.
2. (T / F ) Asking tourists where they are from is considered impolite during
introductions.
3. (T / F ) It's essential for a tour guide to acknowledge and appreciate the diversity
of the tourist group.
4. (T / F ) Providing assistance and encouraging questions is part of a tour guide's
role during the introduction.
5. (T / F ) The phrase "Is this your first time in Prague?" is a suitable way to inquire
about tourists' prior visits.
6. (T / F ) A tour guide should set expectations by informing tourists that they can
approach with any concerns or special requests.
7. (T / F ) When meeting tourists, it's appropriate to express excitement about the
upcoming tour and the destination.
8. (T / F ) Using colloquial expressions and local slang is recommended when