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第23章 旅行指南 Guidebook(13)

Steward:30 minutes later.You can ask somebody over there.

Oliver:Where?Where is the information counter?

Steward:Go straight this platform,you can find it at the end of the platform.

Oliver:Can I get a ticket from there?

Steward:Of course.

Oliver:How long does that train take to get there?

Steward:That train is a local and it reaches Stockholm 4 hours later.

Oliver:Thanks a lot.

译文:

乘务员:我能帮您什么吗?

奥利弗:这趟火车在哪个站台出发?

乘务员:给我看看您的车票。

奥利弗:给您。

乘务员:好的,去斯德哥尔摩。

奥利弗:是的。

乘务员:但是这趟火车已经开走了。

奥利弗:什么?怎么可能呢。

乘务员:您的火车是10:05开车,但是现在都已经10:15了。

奥利弗:天啊,这张票没用了。

乘务员:我想是的。

奥利弗:我要退掉我的票。

乘务员:我想这个不太可以。

奥利弗:是吗?早上还有火车去斯德哥尔摩吗?

乘务员:今早上还有两趟直达的火车。

奥利弗:下一趟是几点钟呀?

乘务员:30分钟后,你可以问一下那边的人。

奥利弗:哪里?咨询台在哪里?

乘务员:顺着站台直走,到头就能看到了。

奥利弗:能在那里买到票吗?

乘务员:当然了。

奥利弗:这趟火车要多久到呢?

乘务员:这趟是慢车,要晚个4小时到。

奥利弗:多谢了。

对话二

Conductor:May I help you?

Jennifer:Hi,I would like to purchase a one way ticket to Berlin,please.

Conductor:Certainly sir,this is our train schedule.We have an express train departing every morning and a slow train that departs at 9 oclock pm.

Jennifer:How long does it take to get there?

Conductor:Around five hours.We currently have tickets available only for the first class on the express train.If youd like,you can choose berth on the slow train which is a bit less expensive.

Jennifer:Yeah,I think that is the best option.Do you serve food on the train?

Conductor:Yes,of course.There is a dining car towards the terminal the train where they serve meals at all times.We do provide complimentary water and coffee for all of our passengers.

Jennifer:Great!Ill take it.

Conductor:Here you are,Miss.Your train leaves from platform number four at 9 oclock on the dot.Remember to be station at least thirty minutes before your scheduled departure time or else you might miss your train!

Jennifer:I understand.Thank you very much!

Conductor:Have a great trip.

译文:

售票员:能帮您吗?

詹妮弗:您好,我想买一张去柏林的票。

售票员:好的,先生,这是我们的列车时刻表。每天早晨我们有一趟特快列车出发,晚上有一趟9点的慢车。

詹妮弗:到哪儿需要多长时间?

售票员:大概5小时,目前只有特快列车的1等车厢票。如果你愿意,可以买张晚上的卧铺票,稍微便宜些。

詹妮弗:是的,我想那是最好的选择。火车上有供餐服务吗?

售票员:当然有,列车的末端有餐车,会一直提供餐饭。我们为所有乘客提供免费的水和咖啡。

詹妮弗:太好了。我就买这个票吧

售票员:给你。火车晚9点准时开发。一定要在计划出发时间提前30分钟来,否责你会错过火车。

詹妮弗:我知道。非常感谢。

售票员:旅途愉快。

高频词补给站:

station:[ste??(?)n]n.车站;驻地;地位;vt.配置;安置;驻扎

upholstered:[?ph?ulst?d]adj.装上软垫的;经过布置的

hard seat:硬座

refund:['ri?f?nd]vi.退还;偿还n.退款;偿还,

direct:[da?'rekt]adj.直接的;直系的;vt.管理;指挥;

soft berth:软卧

counter:[ka?nt?]n.柜台;对立面;计数器;vt.反击,还击;adj.相反的

dining car:餐车

trolley:[tr?l?]n.手推车;

文化知识空投坊:

U.S.A.Train Travel Tips

An organized traveler often has a better trip than a more casual traveler.Domestic train travel is not as burdensome as overseas travel,but a definite schedule is adhered to.Train travel gives you some flexibility,as you can catch the next train easier than you can catch the next plane.Trains have competitive pricing,are more comfortable than a plane,and an ambiance exists in train travel that planes just dont have.

Relaxation

When traveling by train remember to relax.Part of the enjoyment and relaxation benefits in train travel is that you can sight-see,talk to people and stretch your legs when needed.

What to Take?

On your train trip,take whatever is going to help you relax.A good book,a pair of binoculars,a deck of cards,a pillow and blanket,earplugs,sunglasses,something to drink and a light snack are all items that will entertain you and keep you comfortable on your train travels.

Guide Book

Consider purchasing one of the train systems guide books.The consolidated information on an Amtrak guide book includes hotel,restaurant and entertainment information that will make your trip enjoyable.

Pick the Right Train

Pick the right train for your needs.Some trains are for scenic travel and are often a favorite for young adults,which can cause the atmosphere to get a bit enthusiastic and loud.

美国火车旅行小贴士

一个做事有条理的旅行者经常会比一个随意的旅行者拥有更好的旅行经历,国内的火车旅行不会像海外旅行更令人感到负担,但是要严格遵守时间表。火车旅行给你更多的自由空间,赶上下一班火车远比赶下一班飞机要容易的多。而且价格上也很有竞争力,而且也比飞机更舒适,更有一个飞机上没有的特殊氛围。

消遣

当乘火车时,要记住放松。放松和享受是火车旅行好处的一部分,你可以观赏风景,当你想聊天时可以聊天,当想伸长腿休息时,可以伸长腿。

带上什么去旅行?

火车之旅可以帮助你无限的放松,一本好书,一副双筒望远镜,一副扑克牌,一个枕头和毯子,耳塞,太阳镜,一些喝的和一点零食都可以让你的火车之旅更舒适。

指南

考虑购买一本火车沿线的指南手册,里面要有各种酒店,餐厅,娱乐设施的信息。这让你的旅程更加舒适。

选择正确的火车

选择你需要的正确的火车。成年人往往更喜欢一些风景类的火车,这会创造出更加狂热和兴奋的氛围。

Section 5 租车自驾 Renting a Car

必备黄金应急句:

1.Do you hire our vans?

你要租我们货车吗?

2.Where can I rent a car?

我能到哪里租车?

3.Do you have any cars available?

你那里有合适的车吗?

4.Should I pay for gasoline?

是我自己付油费吗?

5.Is a deposit necessary?

押金是必需的吗?

6.Do you offer any discounts?

有折扣可以享受吗?

7.How much does insurance cost?

保险是多少钱?

8.Here are my international drivers license and passport.

这是我的国际驾驶证和护照。

9.May I choose the car before I rent it?

我能再租车前选车吗?

10.What kind of car do you prefer?

你想要什么款式的车?

11.How long do you want to rent?

你想要租多久?

12.How much does it cost to rent a Pickup truck?

租这辆皮卡要多少钱?

13.That would be$40.00 a day plus 50 cents a mile.

40美元每天,之后加上每公里50美分。

14.Id like to rent a place for my car.

我需要一个租个车位。

15.How much are the casual parking fees?

停车的日租费是多少?

16.I'd like to rent a car that’s gas-saving.

我想要租个省油的车。

17.I need a tow truck.

我需要个拖车。

18.Weve got to stop and ask for directions.

我需要停一下车问路。

19.Make sure not to miss that exit.

确保不要错过出口。

20.How far is the nearest gas station?

最近的加油站在哪里?

21.Could I pick it up now?

现在能提车吗?

22.Id like to reserve a mid-size car for tomorrow.

我想要明天定个中型汽车。

23.Show me a list of your rates.

给我看一下你们的租车费用表。

24.Make a note here if you find any problems with the car.

如果你发现车有任何问题,标注在表上。

对话脱口而出:

对话一

Stuart:Excuse me.

Receptionist:Good afternoon,what can I do for you?

Stuart:Do you have any cars available?

Receptionist:Of course.What kind of car do you prefer?

Stuart:May I choose the car before I rent it?

Receptionist:Yes,here is the brochure.Ill leave them for you to look over.

Stuart:Sure.

Receptionist:Please take your time.If youve decided on some cars,Please let me know.

(5 minutes later)