Simplified Speech #214 – Catching rays and climbing days
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Feb 13, 2025
Kassy shares her adventurous trip to Thailand with her four-month-old son, detailing the challenges of airport security and the joy of beach time. Andrew looks forward to revisiting Taebaek, where he has nostalgic hiking memories and is eager to see the city's transformation. They reflect on family travel dynamics, the spontaneity of trips, and the culinary delights waiting after a long hike, like Korean pancakes and rice wine. This engaging conversation covers travel hurdles, family bonding, and the joys of exploring new places.
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Trip to Thailand
Kassy spontaneously booked a trip to Thailand to visit friends and escape the Korean winter.
Her sister's visit and her son's age motivated the trip.
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Smooth Flight
Kassy's son, despite a sleep regression, behaved well on the long journey to Thailand.
He slept through the flight and enjoyed a bassinet seat.
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Travel in Thailand
Kassy shares stories about the various modes of transportation used in Thailand, including a speedboat ride.
Her son adapted well, even falling asleep during the bumpy speedboat journey.
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In this episode of Simplified Speech, Andrew and Kassy share stories about their latest travels. Kassy talks about her trip to Thailand with her four-month-old son. She explains what it was like to ride a speedboat and go through airport security with a baby. Andrew describes his plan to visit Taebaek, the small Korean city where he first lived. He looks forward to hiking the local mountain and seeing how much the city has changed. Listen to learn useful English words and phrases about travel, family, and exploring new places!
How this episode will improve your English:
Vocabulary: Learn new words and expressions about traveling, flying with a baby, and planning a holiday trip.
Listening: Practice understanding natural, easy-to-follow English conversations about everyday life and travel.
Speaking: Gain confidence by discussing your own travel stories with friends or in Culips small-group English classes.
Culture: Hear about what it’s like to visit Thailand with a baby and learn about local food and customs in Korea.
Fluency: Improve your overall English skills by listening to real conversations that help train your ears and mind to think in English.
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