Airport Vocabulary Notes

Jul 27, 2024

Airport Vocabulary Lesson with Ariannita la Gringa

Introduction

  • Ariannita at the airport for a vocabulary lesson.
  • Flight to Orlando, Florida.

Getting to the Airport

  • Options for arriving:
    • Drive and park in garage (can be expensive).
    • Get dropped off by Uber, taxi, or friends/family.
  • Current location: Departures area.

Booking a Flight

  • Importance of booking a flight ticket:
    • Reserve a seat in advance (months/weeks prior).
    • Avoid being sold out of seats on arrival.
  • Check-in options:
    • Via app or at the airport.

Checking in Luggage

  • Check-in process:
    • Need to check in larger bags at the counter.
    • Allowed one personal item (backpack) and one carry-on suitcase.
    • Check-in with the respective airline.
  • Example Airlines at the airport: Frontier, Allegiant, Delta, American Airlines, Southwest.

Security Check

  • Items needed for security:
    • ID and boarding pass.
    • Driver's license for domestic travel;
    • Passport for international travel.
  • Cannot take liquids through security.

Finding the Gate

  • Locating the gate:
    • Check boarding pass or big screens for gate information.
    • Walk to gate or take train system.
  • Gate: A16 for flight.
  • Departure time: 9:29 PM.

Airport Amenities

  • Restaurants available at the airport:
    • Examples: Subway, Vino Volo, pizzeria.
    • Mini market: Over-the-Rhine store with Cincinnati souvenirs.
  • Food might be more expensive at the airport.

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Boarding the Plane

  • Importance of arriving early for boarding (30 minutes before).
  • Boarding by group number (Ariannita in group 8).
  • Flight attendant safety demonstration:
    • Fastening seatbelt, using oxygen mask and life vest.

Experience on the Plane

  • Description of plane and seating arrangement (middle seat).
  • Information about the airplane bathroom (small and cramped).

Arrival at Destination

  • Arriving in Orlando and going to baggage claim.
  • Differences between Orlando and Cincinnati airports (size).
  • Using the train to different terminals.

Conclusion

  • Ariannita reflects on the airport experience and vocabulary learned.
  • Encouragement to like, subscribe, and share comments about the lesson.