Sarah looked at the airplane ticket in her hand and smiled. It was finally happening - her first trip to a tropical island. Her boyfriend Marco sat beside her, equally excited about their vacation. They had saved money for six months to afford this trip. The flight lasted eight hours, but they watched movies and talked. When the plane landed, warm air filled the cabin. 'Welcome to paradise,' the pilot announced over the speaker. Outside the airport, palm trees swayed gently in the breeze. A taxi driver offered to take them to their hotel. The drive along the coast was beautiful. They could see the turquoise ocean through the car window. Their hotel was a small building with a red roof near the beach. The receptionist gave them a room key and a map of the island. Their room had a balcony with an ocean view. Sarah immediately opened the curtains to see the sunset. 'This is perfect,' she whispered to Marco. The next morning, they woke up early to explore. They rented bicycles and rode along the coastal path. Local vendors sold fresh fruit by the roadside. Marco bought mangoes and pineapples for breakfast. The juice dripped down their chins as they ate. After breakfast, they found a quiet beach with white sand. Sarah spread her towel under a palm tree. Marco jumped into the crystal clear water. 'The water is so warm!' he shouted happily. They spent the whole morning swimming and relaxing. For lunch, they walked to a small restaurant near the harbor. The waiter recommended the grilled fish with coconut rice. It was the best meal they had eaten in a long time. In the afternoon, they decided to go snorkeling. A local guide took them to a coral reef by boat. They saw colorful fish swimming around the coral. Sarah even spotted a sea turtle near the rocks. 'I have never seen anything so beautiful,' she said. When they returned to shore, the sun was setting. The sky turned orange, pink, and purple. They sat on the beach and watched the colors change. That evening, there was a festival in the town square. Musicians played traditional island music on drums and guitars. People danced and laughed under strings of lights. Sarah and Marco joined the dancing, feeling free and happy. They bought handmade souvenirs from the local artisans. On their last day, they climbed a hill to see the whole island. From the top, they could see beaches, forests, and tiny villages. As their plane took off, they promised to return someday.
English Story (A2)Island Getaway
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About this story
Sarah and Marco take their first vacation together to a tropical island, where they explore beaches, try local food, and create unforgettable memories dancing at a festival and watching the sunset.
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Comprehension Questions
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How long did Sarah and Marco save money for their trip?
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What did Marco buy from the local vendors for breakfast?
3
What animal did Sarah see while snorkeling?
4
What was happening in the town square on that evening?
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