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Welcome back to the Vocabulary session of Travel English. In Episodes 9 through 12, Kevin continued his journey with more real-world situations—from handling unexpected issues during his trip to reflecting on his experience at the end. In this episode, we’ll go over some key expressions from these final moments—phrases that are useful when dealing with problems, making decisions, and describing yo...

Welcome back to the Vocabulary session of Travel English. In Episodes 5 through 8, Kevin spent more time at the CES, where he was exposed to a wide range of new technologies and technical discussions. In this episode, we’ll focus on some key technical expressions from these situations—terms that are especially useful if you work in tech or need to communicate ideas in a professional setting. Let’s...

Welcome back to the Vocabulary session of Travel English. In Episodes 3 and 4, Kevin went through important steps after arriving—going through immigration and renting a car for his trip. In this episode, we’ll go over some useful expressions from these situations—phrases you’re likely to use when entering a country or arranging transportation. Let’s get started. 1. Crowded Kevin decided to arrive...

Hi everyone, this is David. Welcome to the Vocabulary session of Travel English. In the previous episodes, Kevin began his journey—starting from preparing for his trip and arriving at the Consumer Electronics Show. In this episode, we’ll focus on some key expressions from Episodes 1 and 2—phrases that are especially useful when you’re traveling or going on a business trip. Let’s get started. 1. Ex...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . My trip is coming to an end. What started as a business trip to the Consumer Electronics Show turned into something much more. Part 1 — Saying Goodbye Lucas (message): Hey Kevin, heading to the airport? Kevin: Yeah, just about to leave. Lucas: It was great meeting you this week. Kevin: Same here. I really enjoyed our conversations. Lucas: Especia...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After a few unexpected situations during my trip, I finally decided to slow down. Tonight, I’m meeting Lucas again—but this time, just to relax. Lucas: Hey Kevin, glad you made it. Kevin: Hey Lucas, good to see you again. Lucas: So, how’s your trip been so far? Kevin: Honestly, a bit more eventful than I expected. Lucas: Yeah? What happened? Kevi...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After dealing with the issue with my rental car, I continued driving around Las Vegas. Everything seemed fine—until I noticed flashing lights behind me. Kevin (to himself): Oh… that’s a police car. Kevin: I think they want me to pull over. (Kevin pulls over safely and stays in the car) Police Officer: Good evening. Police Officer: License and reg...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After a full day at the CES , I went back to the parking lot to get my rental car. But this time, something unexpected caught my attention. Kevin (to himself): Hmm… I don’t remember seeing that before. Kevin: There’s a scratch on the side of the car. (Kevin calls the rental company) Rental Agent: Thank you for calling. How can I help you? Kevin:...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After visiting Lucas’s booth at the CES , I stayed for a technical session hosted by his team. Events like CES are not just about technology. They’re also about meeting people, sharing ideas, and learning from real-world experience. Lucas: So, what did you think of the session? Kevin: It was great. I liked the part about optimizing models for edg...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . Today is the first day of the CES in Las Vegas. Yesterday, I met an AI engineer named Lucas at dinner. He invited me to visit his company’s booth today. Kevin: Hey Lucas, good to see you again. Lucas: Kevin! Welcome to our booth. Kevin: This place is huge. There are so many booths here. Lucas: Yeah, it can be overwhelming the first time. Kevin: S...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After settling into my hotel in Las Vegas, I decided to explore the area around the convention center. During big events like the CES , engineers and professionals from all over the world gather here. Sometimes the most interesting conversations happen outside the conference hall. Lucas: Excuse me, is this seat taken? Kevin: No, go ahead. Lucas:...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After picking up my rental car, I finally arrived at my hotel in Las Vegas. The city is especially busy this week because of the CES . Now it’s time to check in and get ready for the conference. Hotel Staff: Good evening. Welcome to the hotel. How may I assist you? Kevin: Hi, I have a reservation under the name Kevin Chen. Hotel Staff: Let me che...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After arriving in the United States and passing immigration, the next step of my trip is transportation. In Las Vegas, renting a car is often the most convenient way to get around. So now I’m heading to the rental car center to pick up the vehicle I reserved earlier. Rental Agent: Good evening. Welcome. How can I help you today? Kevin: Hi. I have...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . After months of planning, my trip to Las Vegas has finally begun. I’ve just landed in the United States, and now I need to go through immigration before entering the country. Immigration Officer: Good afternoon. May I see your passport, please? Kevin: Of course. Here you go. Immigration Officer: What is the purpose of your visit to the United Sta...

Kevin (narration): Welcome back to Travel English . I’m Kevin, a software engineer preparing for a business trip to Las Vegas. I’ll be attending the Consumer Electronics Show , one of the largest technology exhibitions in the world. Now that my manager has approved the trip, it’s time to arrange the travel details. Natalie: Hi Kevin. David told me you’ll be attending CES next January. Kevin: Yes,...

Kevin (narration): Welcome to Travel English . I’m Kevin, a software engineer working in Taiwan. This season, I’ll be traveling to Las Vegas to attend the Consumer Electronics Show , one of the largest technology exhibitions in the world. Before the trip begins, I need to discuss the plan with my manager. David: Morning, Kevin. I wanted to ask you about CES. It’s coming up in January, and we shoul...

Productive Using automated testing tools can make the debugging process much more productive for the entire engineering team. The manager's goal is to turn every technical disagreement into a productive discussion that leads to better system design. Uncertainty In the fast-paced tech industry, engineers must learn to manage uncertainty when working with evolving requirements. The team held a m...

Confident After conducting thorough stress tests, the engineering team feels confident about the system's stability. Being confident in your presentation can help you persuade stakeholders to support your new project initiative. Eligible Kevin became eligible for a promotion to Senior Engineer after consistently demonstrating strong technical leadership and ownership. Employees are eligible to app...

Honesty Building a culture of honesty allows team members to admit mistakes early and resolve issues together. The manager’s honesty about the company’s financial challenges helped earn the trust of the employees. Tentative We have a tentative schedule for the system migration, but it may change depending on the testing results. The two parties reached a tentative agreement during the late-night n...

1. Flexibility Many tech companies offer remote work flexibility to help employees maintain a healthy work-life balance. As a software engineer, having the flexibility to switch between different programming languages is a valuable asset. 2. Compensation Kevin was satisfied with the total compensation package, which included a competitive base salary and performance bonuses. HR departments regular...

Among The proposal for a hybrid architecture was the most popular among the senior developers during the technical review. Effective communication is essential for maintaining alignment among stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle. Friction Lack of clear communication often causes friction between the engineering and product teams. The new project manager aims to reduce frictio...

Tolerance Our company has zero tolerance for any form of workplace discrimination. This technical position requires a high tolerance for stress and tight deadlines. Streamline We need to streamline our internal communication to reduce project delays. The company is using new software to streamline the recruitment process. Involvement Her involvement in the project was key to its successful complet...

Rely Many engineers rely heavily on AI tools to improve their work efficiency. It is reassuring to know that you can always rely on your team during challenging times. Blindly It is dangerous to follow GPS directions blindly without paying attention to the actual road conditions. He realized that he had been blindly accepting the team's decisions without questioning their long-term impact. Reassur...

Negotiation The two companies are currently in negotiations to reach a final agreement. Strong negotiation skills are essential for a successful purchasing manager. Gather We need to gather more customer feedback before we finalize the product design. The staff gathered in the conference room for the emergency meeting. State-of-the-art Our new research laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art...

Transform Digital technology has transformed the way we work and communicate. The old warehouse was transformed into a modern art gallery. Evolve Technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, creating new opportunities. The software has evolved from a simple tool into a comprehensive platform. Aligned The new project is perfectly aligned with our company’s long-term goals. Make sure your team’s...