TASK 2.

LOOKING FOR A DESTINATION

STUDENTS’ NAME:
Liliana Janeth Rodriguez
Code 52970437

English B1
Group number:
900003_1280

Tutor:
Claudia Yanive Prieto Castillo

UNIVERSIDAD NACIONAL ABIERTA Y A DISTANCIA

UNAD
2023
 INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITY
STEP 1
I have not been able to download the audio link from the platform, use an online recorder
and place the file in the activity forum, I will let the text about mi excersise
“Hello, my name is Liliana, in reality I am not superticious, however my mother who was
raised in the countryside has many omens. For example, it bothers me a lot when I'm
sweeping, she says that you shouldn't "sweep" a person's feet because they'll remain single.
Another thing that has bothered me a lot is that you should not open an umbrella inside the
house because it brings bad luck.
Although I am not a believer, I should pay more attention because strange things happen to
me from time to time.”
STEP 2 - READING ACTIVITY

“A Travel Guide”

According to the text, answer the following questions.

a. What are some recommendations to visit Bangkok? Use have to/ must/mustn't in your answer.
You must be patient to experience the traffic in the city
You must not take a taxi or you'll get stuck in traffic.
You must take boat river taxi or a long tail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals.
b. What is the fastest way to get around in Bangkok?
There are two ways to get around Bangkok. For the modern part of the city, the Skytrain is a
fastest and for explore the temples and historical sites, catch an express boat river taxi or a
longtail boat along the Chao Phraya river and the canals.
c. Where can you find the best Chinese and Thai restaurants and food stands in Bangkok?
Everywhere! Thai street food is among the best in the world, and for around $5 you can eat a
filling and delicious meal

d. Why is water one of the best ways to move around Thailand?

Since getting around by car is so complicated, you can resort to river transportation since they
surround the city and allow greater mobility.
e. Why does the author say you can eat everywhere?
Because He considers that all the food found throughout the city is delicious and also economical

f. What would you add to a guide destination like this? Mention 2 different items that you
consider necessary to keep in mind.
It is important to plan the costs of the trip in advance and keep in mind that there is a wide variety
of cheap places to visit, Although the people of Thailand are undoubtedly friendly and kind, there
are starting to be quite a few people trying to make extra money through tourism. you must be
careful with stranger
 STEP 3 - WRITING ACTIVITY

PREPARING MY TRAVEL GUIDE

CATEGORY VOCABULARY SENTENCES

Guatavita Legend A very important place for the history of

Lagoon Colombia, the Guatavita Lagoon keeps one of
Culture
the best-known legends of pre-Columbian
culture, such as the legend of El Dorado.

What to do  Guatavita Lagoon The climate and average weather throughout the
 You must keep year in Guatavita Colombia. In Guatavita, the
 Climb summers are long and cool, the winters are short
 carry water and cold, and it is wet and cloudy all year round.
During the course of the year, the temperature
generally varies from 6 °C to 18 °C and rarely
drops below 2 °C or rises above 20 °C.

Travel Tips:  Guided Visiting the Guatavita Lagoon will take you more or
 Climb less 2 and a half hours, keep this in mind when
 Strange organizing the day's visits.
 Hydrated The visit to the Guatavita Lagoon is guided and is
usually done after a group of more or less 10 people
You must keep in mind that you will be at an altitude
of 3,100 meters at its highest point and that the
route is tiring at some points, since you have to
climb quite a few stairs. It is important to carry water
and stay hydrated in addition to monitoring your
body so if you notice any strange symptoms, tell the
guide.

Superstitions Presence Many people still believe in the presence of el

Treasures dorado and say that if You throwing a coin into the
Hidden lagoon can make you find treasures hidden by the
Swear love attraction
The legend of Guatavita says that if you go with your
partner and swear love, the relationship may not be
maintained.
 When to go Advantage The best date to go to Guatavita is August, you can
Winds take advantage of the winds and have a clear, clear
sky.

Where to stay Fairly Guatavita is a fairly tourist destination in the

Unmatched department of Cundinamarca, so you will find a wide
Glamping range of hotels, hostels and cabins where you can
sleep, as well as a wide variety of restaurants to eat
with the three "B's", good, beautiful and cheap.
Reservoir so that it is the first thing you see when
you wake up and your experience is unmatched. In
the same way, you can choose to stay in a Glamping
in Guatavita; the most luxurious and comfortable
way to camp.

What to eat Typical dishes You can find a variety of typical dishes, ajiaco,
Ajiaco tamales with chocolate, a variety of roast meats.

What to drink Chicha The traditional indigenous drink” chicha” and

Traditional “masato” became an icon of the nascent during
Ceremonias colonial times. The most important religious
ceremonies and rituals were commemorated around
it, which later gave way to the entire society
consuming it.

Transportation Hiking The best form of transportation to get to Guatavita is

Walking by fleet. Once in the lagoon area, the alternative is
hiking and walking, since it is close to the town.

Language Currently Spanish is currently spoken

In guatavita

Currency Commerce The currency used for commerce and payments is

Colombian peso the Colombian peso

Tipping Service Because of the excellent service and behavior of

Behavior local businesses, foreigners tip locals
Tip
3.1 INFOGRAPHIC
STEP 4 – COLLABORATIVE ACTIVITY

4.1 FORUM INTERACTION EVIDENCE

 SELF-ASSESSMENT TEMPLATE

CRITERIA Always Sometimes Rarely Never

I read in detail the activity guides of the course. X

I regularly checked the messages sent by my tutor. X

I studied and learn the suggested contents of the e- X

Book.

I participated in the forum within the timeframe X

indicated.

I took part in interaction and learning spaces such as: X

Forum, practical workshop, Web conferences,
counseling via Skype, B-learning, etc.?

I can express my opinion on my personal experience X

and daily life situations.

I can understand conversations about my personal X

experience and daily life situations

I consider that this activity contributed to your X

personal and professional development.
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