Coffee Break Spanish CBS 1.33 | Checking in to a hotel
Sep 11, 2009
Explore the humorous ups and downs of checking into a hotel in Spain. The mix-up over reservations leads to a funny conversation about room types and views. Listen as Jane navigates a comical exchange with the receptionist, ensuring clarity in communication. Opting for a budget-friendly mountain view, she highlights the importance of language in hospitality. Get ready to enhance your Spanish skills while enjoying relatable travel tales!
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Name Mix-Up At Reception
- The receptionist reads a booking that doesn't match Jane Johnson's actual reservation.
- He discovers a second reservation under the similar name Jill Johnson, causing confusion at check-in.
How To Ask About Room Views
- Prefiere usted vistas al mar o vistas a la montaña asks about guests' view preference directly.
- The phrase highlights how simple vocabulary like 'vistas' and 'mar' signals the question's meaning.
Always Verify Supplement Costs
- Ask the price of any supplement before accepting a room upgrade.
- The receptionist states the sea-view supplement is "diez euros por noche y por habitación," so calculate extra costs for the full stay.