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How to talk about transport in english.

In English, we use the verbs drive, ride, go and take to talk about travel and transport.

Although they all express travel and movement, they are used in different contexts.

Read on to learn when to use drive, ride, go and take in English, then practise in the exercises.

We’re going to Scotland next week.

We’re taking the train from London to Edinburgh.

Then we’re going to rent a car and drive around the Highlands.

My friend will drive because I don’t have my licence yet.

Next year, we want to spend 5 days cycling around the Irish countryside, because we love riding our bikes.

If we get too tired to cycle , we will ride the bus.

If we don’t say how we travelled from one place to another, we use the verb go . This allows us to talk generally about travel.

Many grammar books teach the construction go by + mode of transport, however this does not always sound natural.

To be more specific, we are more likely to use verbs such as drive, take, cycle etc.

We mostly use the verb drive to talk about car travel, for both passengers and the person controlling the car.

Remember, the word car is implied when we use the word drive , so we do not need to repeat it.

If we are referring to someone controlling a different type of motor vehicle, such as a train or a bus, we can also use the verb drive. In this case, we usually specify the type of vehicle.

We use take to talk about public transport.

Remember to use an article (the, a, or an ) when using take + public transport.

For other uses of the verb take , see our page on take vs. bring .

Some countries such as the USA also use the verb ride to talk about public transport, or to refer to a passenger in a motor vehicle.

The verb ride is also used with bikes, motorbikes and horses.

However, when talking about a pedal bike, it can be easier to simply use the verb cycle . Here the vehicle is implied.

Other Modes of Transport

The table below presents an overview of the most common verbs and modes of transport.

*with these verbs, the vehicle is generally implied, which means we don’t need to mention it in the sentence (see the examples).

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Definition of trip

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intransitive verb

transitive verb

Definition of trip  (Entry 2 of 2)

  • peregrination

Examples of trip in a Sentence

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Word History

Middle English trippen , from Anglo-French treper, triper , of Germanic origin; akin to Old English treppan to tread — more at trap

14th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 3a

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 5

Phrases Containing trip

  • roll / trip off the tongue
  • round - trip ticket
  • trip the light fantastic
  • lay / put a guilt trip on
  • business trip
  • trip - hammer
  • on a power trip

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“Trip.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trip. Accessed 21 Mar. 2024.

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a journey or voyage: to win a trip to Paris.

a journey, voyage, or run made by a boat, train, bus, or the like, between two points: It's a short trip from Baltimore to Philadelphia.

round trip (defs. 1, 2) .

a single journey or course of travel taken as part of one's duty, work, etc.: his daily trip to the bank.

a stumble; misstep .

a sudden impeding or catching of a person's foot so as to throw the person down, especially in wrestling.

a slip, mistake, error, or blunder.

an error or lapse in conduct or etiquette.

a light, nimble step or movement of the feet.

Machinery .

a projecting object mounted on a moving part for striking a control lever to stop, reverse, or otherwise control the actions of some machine, as a milling machine or printing press.

a sudden release or start.

a catch of fish taken by a fishing vessel in a single voyage.

an instance or period of being under the influence of a hallucinogenic drug, especially LSD.

the euphoria, illusions, etc., experienced during such a period.

any stimulating or exciting experience: The class reunion was a real trip.

any intense interest or preoccupation: She's been on a nostalgia trip all week.

a period of time, experience, or lifestyle: Those early years in college were a bad trip.

to stumble: to trip over a child's toy.

to make a slip, error, or mistake, as in conversation or conduct.

to step lightly or nimbly; skip ; dance .

to go with a light, quick step or tread: She tripped gaily across the room.

to make a journey or excursion.

to tip or tilt.

Horology . (of a tooth on an escape wheel) to slide past the face of the pallet by which it is supposed to be locked and strike the pallet in such a way as to move the balance or pendulum improperly.

Slang . to be under the influence of a hallucinogenic drug, especially LSD (often followed by out ): He tripped out on peyote.

to cause to stumble (often followed by up ): The rug tripped him up.

to cause to fail; hinder, obstruct, or overthrow.

to cause to make a slip or error (often followed by up ): to trip up a witness by skillful questioning.

to catch in a slip or error.

to break out (an anchor) by turning over or lifting from the bottom by a line ( tripping line ) attached to the anchor's crown.

to tip or turn (a yard) from a horizontal to a vertical position.

to lift (an upper mast) before lowering.

to operate, start, or set free (a mechanism, weight, etc.) by suddenly releasing a catch, clutch, or the like.

Machinery . to release or operate suddenly (a catch, clutch, etc.).

wedge (def. 17) .

to tread or dance lightly upon (the ground, floor, etc.).

Archaic . to perform with a light or tripping step, as a dance.

Idioms about trip

lay a trip on , Slang . to inflict one's preoccupations or obsessions on (another person): Mother's been trying to lay a guilt trip on me about leaving home.

trip the light fantastic , Facetious . to go dancing.

Origin of trip

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a group of animals, as sheep, goats, or fowl; flock .

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How to use trip in a sentence

The show will also include documenting the winner’s ISS trip , including their launch and 10-day space station stay, as well as their return journey and landing.

They’re waterproof, which makes them good for whitewater trips, too.

Some said, “That’ll be the trip of your life,” while others noted, “That place will change you.”

It’s here that my parents told me to take a trip to the village to search for these answers on my own.

Case would even offer to fly out promising and hard-to-reach startups to have them join the trip .

Finding the shop is a trip in itself and an introduction to a slice of history.

Anthony Goldstein probably chose a trip to the Quidditch World Cup over his Birthright trip to Israel.

After my first trip to his place in Tucson we called one another on the telephone.

“During this trip , I did as a lone wolf, I risked a lot,” he said.

My trip takes the reverse path, and I begin by assessing the depth of my Shakespeare knowledge in his birthplace.

The Comet started on her first trip up the Arkansas, being the first steam boat that ascended that river.

Liszt has returned from his trip , and I have played to him twice this week, and am to go again on Monday.

But Punch was five; and he knew that going to England would be much nicer than a trip to Nassick.

The Italian trip was discussed, and considerable ignorance of geography was, as is usual, manifested by all present.

I knowed, a-course, that I could go kick up a fuss when Simpson stopped by his office on his trip back from Goldstone.

British Dictionary definitions for trip

/ ( trɪp ) /

an outward and return journey, often for a specific purpose

any tour, journey, or voyage

a false step; stumble

any slip or blunder

a light step or tread

a manoeuvre or device to cause someone to trip

Also called: tripper

any catch on a mechanism that acts as a switch

( as modifier ) : trip button

a surge in the conditions of a chemical or other automatic process resulting in an instability

informal a hallucinogenic drug experience

informal any stimulating, profound, etc, experience

(often foll by up, or when intr, by on or over ) to stumble or cause to stumble

to make or cause to make a mistake or blunder

( tr often foll by up ) to trap or catch in a mistake

(intr) to go on a short tour or journey

(intr) to move or tread lightly

(intr) informal to experience the effects of LSD or any other hallucinogenic drug

to activate (a mechanical trip)

trip a switch to switch electric power off by moving the switch armature to disconnect the supply

  • See also trip out

Derived forms of trip

  • trippingly , adverb

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  • triple threat
  • trip the light fantastic

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#241: 26 Must-Have English Phrasal Verbs for Travel

Jun 1, 2022 | Advanced Vocabulary , Phrasal Verbs

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What is the right way or the best way to learn English phrasal verbs ?

The answer is simple. Themes.

Just like the theme of “travel” for this lesson phrasal verb lesson.

The reason themes work is you’re going to learn phrasal verbs that are regularly used in spoken and written communication on that topic. 

With a theme like travel, for example, this means you’ll hear the same phrasal verbs again and again when your coworkers talk about their vacation plans.

You’ll hear them and see them when you’re planning your trip (if you’re doing research in English). 

And they’ll be used when people ask about your travel plans and you tell your travel stories. 

That repetition is the key to learning and remembering. Plus, when you choose a theme that is applicable to your life, you’re more likely to use those phrasal verbs regularly.

So let’s dive into 26 Must-Have English Phrasal Verbs for Travel.

To help you and I stay organized and have clearer topics (since travel is such a large theme), I’ve divided this into 5 parts or subtopics.

Part 1 – Phrasal Verbs to Use When Booking/Planning Your Trip

  • Part 2 – Phrasal Verbs When Using Transportation
  • Part 4 – Phrasal Verbs for the Hotel/Airport
  • Part 5 – Phrasal Verbs When At Your Destination

26 Must-Have English Phrasal Verbs for Travel

Get away – To leave and go somewhere for a break or holiday

  • Ex. “You need to get away for a few weeks and recharge your batteries.

Dream of – To think about or wish for something you want very much

  • Ex. “I’m dreaming of going to the beach this summer. I just want to relax and enjoy the waves.”  

Sock away – To save money by putting it in a bank or investing it

  • Ex. “In the past year alone, he had socked away enough for a trip to Portugal.”

Rack up – To gradually accumulate a large number or points, profits, etc. 

  • Ex. “I managed to rack up enough airlines points for a free trip.”

Hook up – To get someone in contact with another or to successfully get something they need

  • Ex. “Our travel agent hooked us up with first class tickets for our journey back to the States.”

Hiked up (prices/cost) – To increase or raise the cost of something

  • Ex. “Due to fuel and staff shortages, airlines have hiked up the cost of airfare.”

Figure out (plans) – To solve a problem or discover the answer to a question

  • Ex. “We figured out a great way to explore Europe on a budget.”

Look forward – To positively anticipate a future event

  • Ex. “My husband is looking forward to next month’s vacation.”

Fall through (past tense) – To come to nothing or fail

  • Ex. “Our travel plans fell through due to a family emergency.”

Part 2 – Phrasal Verbs for Transportation

Get into – To enter a car

  • Ex. “We got into the car and drove to the nearest hotel.”

Get off – To exit a bus, train, or plane

  • Ex. “We got off the plane an hour ago, but got held up with finding our luggage.”

Get on – To enter, or board, a bus, train, or plane

  • Ex. “When the gates are closed, we can no longer get on the plane.”

Back up – To move in the reverse direction

  • Ex. “Could you help me? I need help with backing up the van.”

However , it also means to accumulate due to disruption of flow.

  • Ex. “The traffic is starting to back up in this lane.”

Pull up – To bring a vehicle to a stop (often a car).

  • Ex. “The car pulled up by the passenger pick-up area.”

Pick up – To go someplace to get someone and provide them with transportation

  • Ex. “Monica needs to pick Chandler up from the airport today.”

Hold up – To be delayed by something

  • Ex. “Sorry, we got held up by traffic on the way here.”

Drop off – To take someone to a place and leave them there

  • Ex. “Monica needs to drop Chandler off at the airport.”

See off – To be present at a departure area (i.e. bus station, airport terminal, or train station) and say goodbye to someone

  • Ex. “We’ll see you off before your move to Vancouver.”

TIP: Curious about the difference between to get in and to get on ? Check out my lesson on English Prepositions of Place: In | At | On . 

Part 3 – Phrasal Verbs for the Hotel/Airport

Check in – To officially tell someone of one’s arrival at a hotel or airport for a reservation

  • Ex. “Once we’ve checked in at the hotel, we can explore the city.” 

Check out – To leave a place (usually a hotel) by returning accommodation keys and paying outstanding charges

  • Ex. “If guests don’t check out by 3:00 PM, they’ll be charged an additional fee.”

Take off – To leave the ground and begin to ascend

  • Ex. “The plane takes off once passengers have boarded.”

Touch down – To descend the wheels and land on the ground

  • Ex. “Aunt Lola’s plan will touch down at 5:45 PM.”

Part 4 – Phrasal Verbs When At Your Destination

Look around – To explore what is near you in an area 

  • Ex. “Do you wanna look around for a good place to eat?”

Get around – To go or travel to different places

  • Ex. “Despite the gloomy weather, we were able to get around and explore.”

Head for/toward – To begin moving in the direction of a particular place

  • Ex. “We decided to head toward the meeting point.”

Head back – To begin returning to a place

  • Ex. “I think I’ll head back to the hotel; I’m feeling tired.”

After you watch the video on English phrasal verbs for travel, be sure to follow my recommendation for how to best learn and remember phrasal verbs in English.

Choose 2-3 new phrasal verbs from this lesson today.

Use them in your own example sentences.

Then continue to read or learn about the topic of travel in English this week.

You’ll notice the same phrasal verbs time and time again.

When you encounter a phrasal verb from this list, look at how it is used. This will help you know how to use the phrasal verb in different sentences.

Be sure to share some of your examples with me as well. You can do that in the comment section below.

~ Annemarie

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Hello Annemarie! Dear teacher, this lesson is extremely rich ;thanks a lot !! I’m sure that everyone had the same feelings of frustration when the Covid-19 was spreading all over the world, we spent months and months without visiting family, friends ! For me, I used to travel three times a year to see my children and grand children ; sincerely I feel like suffocated I need to get away, I’m dreaming of getting the opportunity to travel again, since I socked up enough money, however the tickets prices hiked up, as I used to travel frequently I racked up …  Read more »

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Hi Raoudha, thank you for your comment. You’re right. Things have changed since the Covid. For many of us, it was challenging. But hopefully, everything will get back to normal, and we will enjoy traveling and meeting with our friends and family again.

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Excellent!! I love your way of teaching.

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More than two decades after the concorde’s last flight, several private companies are competing to bring supersonic travel to the masses.

In January, more than 100 people gathered at an airplane hangar in California to watch NASA unveil its X-59 demonstrator jet — a futuristic aircraft designed to travel faster than the speed of sound that has helped revive excitement for supersonic travel.

There hasn’t been a commercial supersonic passenger jet since the Concorde stopped flying in 2003. Since then, supersonic jets — which travel faster than the speed of sound — have been used primarily by the military. But the space agency’s unveiling of the X-59, designed and built in partnership with Lockheed Martin, comes as a growing number of private companies are vying to bring back supersonic travel for the commercial market.

Boom, Exosonic and Spike are among the companies promising modern supersonic travel that will be quieter, greener and more affordable than in the past. And at least one company — Hermeus — is exploring hypersonic flights, which would whisk passengers from New York to London in 90 minutes. But there are questions about whether these companies can make good on their claims given the economics of air travel and growing concerns about the impact of commercial aviation on the environment.

Here are five things to know about the effort to revive supersonic travel.

1. The sonic ‘boom’ could become a ‘soft thump’

NASA’s goal in developing the X-59 is to reduce the sonic boom — the thunder clap that resonates far and wide when an aircraft crosses the sound barrier. NASA scientists hope the demonstrator jet can prove that travel at supersonic speeds is possible without such earsplitting noise.

One key to quieting the boom comes from the plane’s design. The engine is mounted on top. The plane has a long, narrow nose and sculpted wing to help ensure the shock waves it creates as it speeds through the air are similar in strength and evenly spaced along the aircraft to create a gradual increase in pressure instead of the rapid jump that creates the loud bang, said Peter Coen, mission integration manager for the Quesst mission.

The sonic boom is around 105 PLdB, or perceived level of decibels, similar to that of the sound of a balloon popping next to you. In comparison, NASA says the X-59’s will sound closer to a car door slamming 20 feet away.

Turning the boom into a “soft thump,” as NASA hopes, could also improve the economics for commercial supersonic flights. It could mean an end to the U.S. ban on supersonic travel over land, which was enacted over noise concerns. That in turn could make commercial supersonic travel financially viable because airlines would be able to fly supersonic planes to more destinations.

Designing and building the X-59 took roughly five years. Testing is underway, and other phases of the project are expected to take another four. The total projected cost is $839 million, according to NASA.

2. There’s a flurry of interest from private companies

Nearly a half a dozen companies are competing to be the first to offer supersonic travel to the public — a curious interest at a time when much investment and innovation in transportation is focused on developing cleaner, more climate-friendly options that consume less fuel or alternative propulsion technologies such as batteries or hydrogen.

Denver-based Boom Supersonic is eyeing 2029 for the debut of its supersonic passenger jet, called Overture. The aircraft is expected to seat 64 to 80 passengers, according to Blake Scholl, the company’s chief executive. It will travel at Mach 1.7, or 1.7 times the speed of sound — more than twice as fast as a regular passenger airplane .

One company, Aerion — which had backing from major players in the industry including Boeing and Lockheed Martin to build a supersonic business jet — has already bowed out of the race. It shut down in 2021, unable to secure the funding to continue it work.

Industry analysts say venture capital and the mind-set that commercial supersonic sounds like a good idea has largely fueled the revival.

“It’s that Silicon Valley mentality that you put money down on 20 things for one that does well,” said Richard Aboulafia, managing director at AeroDynamic Advisory. “Again, it sounds like a good idea. There’s a good market for air transport and people want to fly fast. We had Concorde in the past so it sounds right — so let’s put some money there.”

Bruce McClelland, a senior contributing analyst at aerospace and defense industry analysis firm the Teal Group, added, “A lot of projects attract money whether they’re completely viable or not.”

3. It promises sustainability

Companies say their new generation of supersonic jets will have a smaller carbon footprint, mostly because they will be fueled by sustainable aviation fuel. This is fuel is made from agricultural products including soybeans and animal fat.

But critics say that pledge ignores some significant realities. For instance, there isn’t enough sustainable aviation fuel for planes that exist today. The sustainable aviation fuel that does exist is more expensive — by some estimates two to four times the cost of fossil fuel.

And no matter the fuel, the reality is supersonic jets will always use more of it. According to a 2022 study by International Council on Clean Transportation, supersonic jets could use seven to nine times as much fuel as regular commercial aircraft while carrying fewer passengers. But NASA’s Coen contends that supersonic travel at least initially will be a very small part of overall CO2 emissions and a very small part of commercial aviation.

Even so, with airlines pledging to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, some say it’s hard to understand how supersonic jets fit into that framework.

4. It could be affordable for more people

The Concorde ended service because only a small slice of the flying public could ever afford a ticket, among other reasons, including a 2000 crash that killed 113 people and grounded Concorde’s supersonic planes for a year. But today’s entrepreneurs say supersonic travel can be affordable — though maybe not at first.

They point to Tesla and the burgeoning space tourism sector as an example of new modes of transportation that have and could eventually become accessible to a growing segment of the population.

Analysts have their doubts, though, given how difficult it is for commercial airlines to stay afloat. Supersonic jets will carry fewer passengers and consume greater quantities of fuel. If that fuel is sustainable aviation fuel, those costs increase even more.

“Essentially, the faster you fly, the more fuel you are burning per mile,” said Iain Boyd, director of the Center for National Security Initiatives at the University of Colorado at Boulder. “Supersonic is always going to be more expensive.”

5. It could get even faster

Hermeus, based in Atlanta is just one of the companies exploring the possibility of an even faster, hypersonic commercial passenger jet. While supersonic aircraft travel faster than the speed of sound, hypersonic aircraft travel at speeds five times faster or more.

Translated: that would make a flight between New York and London — a 90-minute trip — about the same as flying from New York to D.C. on today’s commercial aircraft.

The company’s Halcyon jet would travel at Mach 5 — or five times the speed of sound. A.J. Piplica, the company’s chief executive, said the company is laying the groundwork for Halcyon by building hypersonic drones that could be used for defense and national security purposes.

But the company is open about the technological challenges it faces developing such a fast aircraft. Today, there’s a less than 50 percent chance of getting Halcyon in the air, Piplica says — but he expects the odds to improve over time.

Even then, Hermeus — and all the start-ups — will have to convince the public to buy in and will have to grapple with growing concern about the impact of air travel on the environment. It could be a tall order.

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  • Details of the president's trip remain shrouded in secrecy .
  • They suffered a series of mishaps during the trip.
  • I've just been on a trip to France.
  • We will have a car at our disposal for the whole trip.
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Fentanyl pills found on charter bus after Pueblo D60 elementary school field trip

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Pueblo School District 60 administration and members of law enforcement recently advised parents of fourth grade students at Highland Park Elementary School to make sure their children did not bring home fentanyl after more than 60 pills were discovered on a bus used to take the students on a field trip to the Denver Aquarium, according to police.

On March 12, the students used a Ramblin Express bus to visit and depart from the Denver Aquarium on a field trip, according to Colorado Springs Police Department spokesperson Ira Cronin.

CSPD was contacted by Ramblin Express at approximately 5:15 p.m. that day, after the bus arrived back at its Colorado Springs location. CSPD was notified that a driver had found pills on the bus.

CSPD could not dispatch officers to investigate the incident until the next day, Cronin said. However, when CSPD arrived, more than 60 pills were located and tested positive for fentanyl. The pills were taken into evidence to be destroyed, Cronin said.

CSPD contacted Pueblo D60, which then contacted individual parents.

"Today, our school was contacted by the Colorado Springs Police and they informed us that a number of pills were found on the chartered bus used for yesterday’s fourth grade field trip which turned out to contain fentanyl," Pueblo D60 stated in its message to parents the following day.

"Although the police do not believe that these were brought on board by any of our students, I am contacting you because we are concerned that our students could have picked a pill up and taken it home. We are asking you to speak with your student and ensure that they did not take a pill with them. If you do discover that they have a pill, please do not touch it and contact the Pueblo Police Department immediately as fentanyl can be dangerous when touched or consumed. The police department will come to you to handle and discard the pill safely."

Pueblo D60 also sent out a statement to media that stated the bus was chartered from a third party and was not a district school bus, and that parents and guardians were informed.

Pueblo D60 Director of Communications Dalton Sprouse said Tuesday that, to his knowledge, no students or parents reported finding any of the pills.

Ramblin Express officials could not be reached for comment Tuesday afternoon.

While Ramblin Express continues to investigate the incident, Cronin said, CSPD is not actively investigating, as he stated it would be very difficult to determine on which trip the pills were left. Cronin stated the pills were not in plain view where they were found.

"Unfortunately, it's not uncommon for pills to show up any number of places," Cronin said. "We're just thankful that no one got curious and said, 'Oh, I wonder what that is,' and put it in their mouth."

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SINGAPORE − I did a lot of flying last week, even as an airline reporter. My journeys even helped me complete an avgeek rite of passage: I took the longest flight in the world, from New York to Singapore, on March 11-13 and returned March 16.

I flew as a guest of Singapore Airlines to cover updates to its premium economy service offerings and to experience these flights while they’re still the longest in the world. Qantas, the Australian Airline, is set to claim that title from Singapore when it inaugurates nonstop round-trip flights from Sydney to New York and London in mid-2026.

Those Qantas flights are expected to take up to 20 hours each way, but for now, Singapore’s 18-plus-hour services between New York and Singapore remain the longest regularly scheduled commercial flights, even when favorable winds sometimes help them cover the distance faster.

Flying ultra-long-haul is similar in many ways to other flights: You’re still in a pressurized metal tube screaming through the troposphere, but as I heard from Singapore Airlines executives – and witnessed for myself – onboard service takes on an even greater importance when you spend nearly a full day in the air.

Here’s what it was like aboard the longest flights in the world.

The importance of meals

Antony McNeil, Singapore Airlines’ food and beverage director, told me that meal timing and composition make a big difference to passenger comfort on extra-long flights.

“The intention is that within three hours of departing, you’ve already started your first meal service,” he said. “Then six, seven hours (later), the crew will come back, so midflight you’re eating quite a large meal. If you want to sleep on departure, you know you’re not going to miss out.” 

McNeil said it’s important that meals don’t leave passengers feeling too bloated on such long flights.

“The meals that we offer at those times of the flight allow you to rest more comfortably,” he said. “They’re really designed to help you feel fuller for longer, so you’re not looking for snacks. Some American carriers on long-haul flights, they’re serving you really creamy dishes, creamy pastas, they’re heavy, you don’t feel good after you’ve eaten them, whereas we want to reverse that. We want to go in the other direction. Feel good, feel better for longer, enjoy the experience.”

On the way to Singapore I had:

  • Smoked salmon salad
  • Garlic bread
  • Sea bass with potatoes (if memory serves correctly)
  • A Lindor chocolate ball
  • Noodles with chicken
  • Lamb chops 
  • A Kit Kat bar

On the way home I had:

  • Lots of tea and water
  • Duck confit
  • Chocolate mousse cake
  • Chicken satay
  • Beef au jus with polenta
  • Potato chips
  • Cheese and onion potato chips

Meals also help break up the flight into more manageable chunks if you can’t manage to sleep. 

The flight from New York JFK departs around 11:30 p.m. daily and arrives two days later around 6 a.m. (meaning, my flight departed on the night of March 11 and arrived in Singapore on the morning of March 13). I slept quite a bit on the way to Singapore, so I didn’t experience the full service flow, but on the way home, the flight departed Singapore around 12:30 in the afternoon and arrived in New York around 6 p.m. On that flight, I really appreciated the meal timing, which was great for watching a movie and taking a nap between services, and it helped the nearly 18 hours on board feel arguably reasonable.

How it compares with shorter flights

McNeil said longer flights allow Singapore Airlines to offer more stretched-out delivery with every meal service.

“Compared to a short-haul, let’s say you’re going from here to Jakarta, one hour, 40 (minutes) maybe, that’s one meal service. First class, business class is a tray, everything’s on the tray,” he said. “On a midhaul flight, your service may have a table layout. You may get your tray, salad, appetizer; they’ll remove the tray and then bring you a plated main course, so there’s different service elements in the distances you’re traveling and it’s differentiated by flight departure, distance and, of course, what the crew can deliver within safety requirements.” 

Singapore Airlines also flies special aircraft on its ultra-long-haul flights. The Airbus A350-900ULR jets it uses have only two service classes on board: premium economy and business class, meaning all travelers experience an elevated inflight service on the airline’s longest flights. 

Tips for sleeping like a pro on a plane

One thing I’m very fortunate about is that I tend to sleep well on planes, even in the cheap seats. I wasn’t paying close attention, but on the way to Singapore I think I managed eight to 10 hours of sleep total. At any rate, I slept enough that one of the flight attendants commented to me as we prepared for landing that he was impressed with my ability to be unconscious. On the way home, I made an effort to stay awake so I’d be ready for bed at a normal time in New York but still snuck in two two-hour naps between meals.

Just before leaving for Singapore, I also flew back from another assignment in Cape Town. On the nearly 16-hour flight to Atlanta, I again managed seven to eight hours of sleep. 

I don’t say all this to brag, I say it to help. 

What’s my secret? On the Singapore trip, it was sheer exhaustion, but on most flights of 10 hours or more, I have a routine that helps me get down.

I try to book a flight as late in the evening as possible so I’m already tired as we’re leaving. I do my best to stay awake through the first meal service, which typically happens within the first hour or two of the flight, and have dinner so I don’t wake up hungry midway through the journey. Then I take a dose of a well-known over-the-counter cough and cold medicine that makes you drowsy (in gel cap form) as I wait for the meal tray to get cleared.

I acknowledge that there’s some debate about the safety of taking a sleeping aid on a plane: If there's an emergency, I know I won’t be firing on all cylinders if I wake up from a medically induced stupor to evacuate, but it’s a risk I’ve decided I’m willing to take to catch some Zs and help the flight pass more quickly.

This cold medicine routine has helped me log nearly a full night’s sleep on most 10-plus-hour flights I’ve taken in recent years, and I now pass my professional traveler wisdom onto you.

So next time you’re flying an especially long distance, pay attention to what you’re choosing to eat, and consider taking a sleep aid you know you can tolerate it well.

Also: Don’t forget to drink plenty of water. It’s no secret that being on a plane for a long time can dry you out.

The reporter on this story received access to this event from Singapore Airlines. USA TODAY maintains editorial control of content. 

Zach Wichter is a travel reporter for USA TODAY based in New York. You can reach him at [email protected]

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Definition of trip noun from the Oxford Advanced American Dictionary

  • have/take a vacation/a break/a day off/a year off/time off
  • go on/be on vacation/leave/honeymoon/safari/sabbatical/a trip/a tour/a cruise/a pilgrimage
  • go backpacking/camping/sightseeing
  • plan a trip/a vacation/your itinerary
  • reserve a hotel room/a flight/tickets
  • have/make/cancel a reservation
  • rent a condo/a vacation home/a cabin
  • rent a car/bicycle/moped/scooter/Jet Ski
  • stay in a hotel/a bed and breakfast/a youth hostel/a villa/a trailer/a vacation home/a resort/a timeshare
  • cost/charge $100 a/per night for a suite/a single/double/twin room
  • check into/out of a hotel/a motel/your room
  • pack/unpack your suitcase/bags
  • call/order room service
  • cancel/cut short a trip/vacation
  • apply for/get/renew a/your passport
  • take out/buy/get travel insurance
  • catch/miss your plane/train/ferry/connecting flight
  • fly (in)/travel (in) first/business/economy class
  • make/have a brief/two-day/twelve-hour layover/stopover in Hong Kong
  • experience/cause/lead to delays
  • check (in)/collect/get/lose your baggage/luggage
  • be charged for/pay excess baggage fees
  • board/get on/leave/get off the aircraft/plane/ship/ferry
  • taxi down/leave/approach/hit/overshoot the runway
  • experience/hit/encounter (mild/severe) turbulence
  • suffer from/recover from/get over your jet lag/motion sickness
  • be seasick/carsick
  • attract/draw/bring tourists/visitors
  • encourage/promote/hurt tourism
  • promote/develop ecotourism
  • build/develop/visit a tourist/tropical/beach/ski resort
  • work for/be operated by a major hotel chain
  • be served by/compete with low-fare/low-cost/budget airlines
  • use/go to/have a travel agent
  • contact/check with your travel agent/tour operator
  • buy/be on/go on a package deal/vacation/tour
  • buy/bring back (tacky/overpriced) souvenirs

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What it’s like to take a road trip in Saudi Arabia

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Think of road trips and you might automatically imagine motoring along US highways, or roaming country to country through the mountains and vales of Europe.

But it’s also possible in Saudi Arabia and – although some people might believe this would be a dusty, boring experience – it offers a surprisingly varied driving experience, along blacktop and gravel, through stunning deserts, bustling towns and lush oases.

While the kingdom has spent many decades largely off-limits to tourism, recent changes made to make it more accessible mean that the bureaucracy around visitors driving in Saudi Arabia has simplified and the roads are wide open. Both men and women can drive solo or accompanied, whether they are locals or visitors.

One popular road trip for expats and locals alike is the highway through the country’s Eastern Province, which stretches along the Gulf coast and borders Kuwait in the north and Qatar, Bahrain (via an oversea causeway), Oman and the United Arab Emirates in the south.

It’s not prime tourism territory – the Red Sea coast is where major resort developments are underway and is better known as a leisure destination – but that can make the Eastern Province seem even more exciting. And there’s no shortage of sights and experiences to explore.

Here’s what you need to know about taking a road trip in this part of Saudi Arabia:

Renting a car

Getting to the Eastern Province coastline is relatively easy with direct flights from other Mideast destinations to international airports near the coastal city of Dammam and Al Ahsa, about 30 miles (50 kilometers) inland. There are also connections from Riyadh.

Cars can be hired at both airports, with most of the international rental companies represented.

Typically, you will be permitted to drive the rental car abroad if desired, allowing some Gulf-coast country-hopping. But you will need to advise your hire company beforehand, and obtain a permission letter from them to show at the border, together with a valid visa.

Driving in Saudi can be a mixed bag, from super-modern highways to gravel tracks, and you’ll often find your path obscured by sand dunes encroaching on the roads, plus there are long distances between cities.

That means it’s advisable to hire a larger 4WD vehicle that will get you out of potential off-road trouble as well as offering comfort and better views from a slightly higher perch.

Hitting the road

The country’s road network is relatively modern, and connects all the major dots on the map. A main road runs all along the eastern coastline, with a new stretch that opened just this year between Salwa, by the Qatar border, and the Saudi seaport of Al Uqair, joining up previous and somewhat patchy road segments.

Now it’s possible to stay on one road, Highway 5, all the way from the UAE to Kuwait, with plenty of worthwhile stops along the way.

The road is a dual carriageway, crossing a sandy and flat desert, with the sea on the right, if you are driving north. The maximum speed on this road is 120 kmh (75 mph), with radar controls along the way.

While the road – and all the main roads in Saudi – are reasonably well maintained, there is a constant threat of stretches being submerged under sand as desert dunes edge onto the Tarmac. Some stretches lack camel fences, so drivers must always be aware of “ships of the desert” strolling into the road.

There are regular service stations but drivers should always keep an eye on the tank, as they can sometimes be quite far apart.

Unless you have sufficient experience or are accompanied by someone who knows the ins and outs of off-roading, it’s best to stay on the main road. Driving in sand takes a lot of know-how – deflating the tires to the right pressure, steering and handling manual gears.

Getting stuck in the sand, miles from anywhere, is a real and dangerous possibility.

But if you do have the opportunity to try it with an experienced driver, go for it. It’s an exhilarating experience, and in the Eastern Province there are plenty of fine sand dunes around due to its proximity to Rub al-Khali, or the Empty Quarter, the world’s largest sand desert.

Along the coast

Saudi Arabia’s rich history dates all the way back to pre-historic times. Long a waypoint on important trade routes and for centuries crisscrossed by Bedouin tribes, the entire country is dotted with ancient historic sites that have only in recent years become accessible to international visitors. And the Eastern Province is no exception.

A drive along the coastal road will encounter several fortresses.

Uquair Castle , which sits roughly halfway between Salwa and Al Khobar, near Bahrain, is backdropped by the beautiful turquoise waters of the Gulf. The history of the castle, which is currently closed due to renovation, is a little vague. There are no records as to who built it, but it’s thought to be some 300 years old.

Along the same road, just north of Dammam, the imposing Tarout Castle sits on Tarout Island, accessed via causeway. With inscriptions found dating to the Mesopotamian era, the base of the castle is thought to be roughly 7,000 years old. The castle itself has been rebuilt numerous times over the centuries resulting in a mélange of historical influences.

On the edge of the island, there are mangrove swamps which in winter play host to countless flamingos that add a splash of pink to the turquoise waters.

Dammam itself is a bustling city, an industrial center, and a mix of old and new. There is the popular Love Market, a large night market selling food, souvenirs, clothes, kitchenware and more.

For fans of modern architecture, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture in the suburb of Dhahran, designed by Norwegian architectural firm Snøhetta, is a worthwhile stop, while beach and water sport enthusiasts will find plenty of resorts along the stretch of coast south of Al Khobar.

Into the desert

Roughly an hour inland, toward Al Ahsa, lies Al Hofuf, a city that sits within what is described by UNESCO as the world’s largest oasis.

Roughly 3 million palm trees cover the city and smaller surrounding villages. Al Hofuf’s old city center is a great base for exploring the oasis and nearby historic sights.

Must-sees include the Ibrahim Palace, dating back to Ottoman times, and now a museum, and the Qaisariah Souq, which is particularly atmospheric on a Friday night when food stands and numerous musical performances draw the crowds.

Walking around the alleyways of old Hofuf is like a step back in time, discovering old buildings adorned with modern street art, from King Khaleed Street to Ibrahim Palace.

One of the most astounding sights is the Al Qarah Caves . Not caves in the traditional sense, these are actually an entrance into Al Qarah Mountain, a lone lump of rock rising above the oasis that over time has been eroded by rain and wind to form passages, caves, columns, and secluded canyons, with many places open to the sky.

Made safe and beautifully lit, these caves offer a fascinating way to spend an hour or so.

Visitors can climb to the top of the mountain from the other side of the rocks to appreciate the true expanse of the oasis and the numerous farms that make the region one of the world’s largest date producers.

Eastern Province may not be number one on the list of things to see and do in Saudi Arabia, but it would be a shame to overlook it, as it offers great sights between several countries, and a fine and relatively easy introduction into road-tripping in Saudi Arabia.

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How many ounces can you take on a plane?

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From toothpaste and deodorant to perfume and hair products, most of the products we use to get ready each day are defined as liquids by TSA . Fortunately, it’s easy to breeze through security if you know how many ounces you can take on a plane, how to pack them, and how to present everything for screening.

Your guide to the TSA liquid limit for carry-on liquids

Regulations for hand luggage liquids permitted on flights originating within the European Union which have to be presented at security control. Plastic bags for hand baggage containing liquids need to be in a re-sealable, clear and transparent bag and have a maximum volume of 1 litre.

When packing a carry-on bag , one of the most important things to consider is how to pack liquids correctly. The TSA 3-1-1 rule is the gold standard for remaining within liquid limits, and it’s quite easy to follow. All liquids must be within containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less, and they must collectively fit within one clear, zip-top bag that is one quart (32 ounces) or smaller in size. 

Each passenger in your group, including a child, is entitled to take advantage of this allowance. While most liquids you’d want to bring will be allowed, it’s also important to understand what is not allowed in a carry-on bag in any quantity.

Toiletries that can be considered as a liquid

Be aware that all of the below toiletries are considered as a liquid by TSA:

  • Aerosol sunscreen
  • Moisturizers
  • Nail polish
  • Mascara 

Understanding ounce limits

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Regardless of the product type, including beverages, liquids are all subject to the same 3.4-ounce maximum per container limit. These items don’t have to be in their original packaging, so feel free to purchase travel-size containers to refill with your favorite products, but remember that everything must be specifically marked with a volume of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less. You can’t make this marking yourself — it needs to be part of the label or design of the container. Finally, don’t forget that TSA liquid rules include gels, pastes, creams, aerosols, and anything that is not fully solid.

I have an inexpensive collection of these empty containers that includes mini spray bottles, squeezable tubes, and pots for creams, so I’m always able to transport any product I need.

Special cases and exceptions

As with everything in life, even the TSA ounce limit for carry-on has some exceptions, but not many. In each case, you’ll need to take some additional steps when passing through security.

Medically necessary liquids

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Medically necessary liquids are permitted in larger quantities. While there is no published limit to these, TSA advises they must be in “reasonable quantities,” so bring only what you need to avoid additional questioning and possible confiscation. These include prescribed medications and creams, and childcare necessities like baby formula and breast milk. 

These do not include unprescribed, general health items like sunscreen or common lotions. Declare and present your medically necessary liquids to a TSA agent during screening. They will likely be scrutinized separately and may undergo additional noninvasive testing. Remember that the TSA agent always has the final say, so remain polite and cooperative.

Airport purchases

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If you purchase liquids like beverages or products after you have passed security, you are allowed to carry these onboard your immediate flight without limit. Liquids sold inside the airport have already been screened, so they’re not subject to any additional restrictions and liquid screening will not occur at the gate. 

However, if you are arriving into the United States from an international flight and making a connection there, you will not be able to bring these purchases in your carry-on during your next flight. Consume, use, or toss them, unless you also have a checked bag. Because you must reclaim all luggage at your first point of entry in the US, you’ll have a chance to stow these purchases inside your suitcase before returning it for the onward journey, leaving you free and clear at TSA carry-on screening.

Duty-free purchases

A side-view shot of a young man wearing casual clothing exploring a duty free shop in an airport in Toulouse, France before catching his flight. The man is smelling aftershave.

Like other airport liquids, duty-free purchases like alcohol or beauty products can join you on your flight without a size limit, as far as TSA is concerned. These are the only exceptions for carry-on during your connecting flight, too. Duty-free purchases can surpass the TSA 3-1-1 rule if they were made internationally within 48 hours; remain in the unaltered, still-sealed packaging prepared by the store; and are presented with the original receipt. These must also be presented separately during TSA screening.

Tips for smooth security checks

Airport security check before flight. Passenger holding plastic bag with liquids above container with laptop and personal items.

Airports across the United States don’t necessarily follow all of the same security procedures, so remain flexible and always do as advised by any TSA agent. That said, there are some key procedures you can expect to be enforced everywhere, and liquid regulations are among the most critical.

Minimize your time at checkpoints by keeping your bag of liquids packed at the top of your carry-on, or in a location that can be accessed quickly. 

TSA offers a clear guide to screening procedures at TSA checkpoints , and you should read them carefully before packing. Most importantly, always obey every TSA agent’s instructions, and remain calm and polite.

I keep my bag of liquids in the external pocket of my carry-on suitcase, and nothing else is packed here. This way, I always know exactly where it is and nothing else falls out when I reach for it.

Bringing full-size liquids on the plane

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You can’t take large liquids in your carry-on, but you can still bring food and beverages on a plane, along with most liquid products. You just have to pack them carefully in your checked luggage. In a checked bag, there are no size limits for liquids. Instead, just be sure you’re not packing banned liquids, like alcohol over 140 proof, compressed gases, spray paints, or other combustible substances.

Finally, if you’re traveling internationally, check your destination’s customs limits for liquids like alcohol and agricultural products like honey. Your airline won’t screen for this because there’s no security risk, but you may face consequences on arrival during customs declaration. If discovered, the items will be confiscated and you may also face fines and other consequences.

How this guide was created

I fly an average of twice per week, from short business trips with just a carry-on to long-haul flights with plenty of checked bags. In the past, I’ve had several items taken from me at TSA checkpoints, but now I’m in and out in under three minutes. I’ve combined my years of frequent flying with KAYAK’s expert tips and advice to bring you this guide so you can sail through TSA yourself, and be sure your checked bags are violation-free, too.

Now that you understand exactly how many ounces you can take on a plane, it’s time to get going. If you don’t already have a spot in mind, check out some popular destinations with KAYAK’s easy search tools for flights to New York or flights to Los Angeles . If you already know where you’re going, KAYAK’s comprehensive flight guide will make sure you don’t miss a trick from planning to arrival.

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    [transitive, no passive, intransitive] to need or require a particular amount of time take something The process took about a year.; The journey to the airport takes about half an hour. take something to do something It takes about half an hour to get to the airport.; That cut is taking a long time to heal.

  10. trip verb

    [intransitive] to catch your foot on something and fall or almost fall She tripped and fell. trip over/on something Someone will trip over that cable.; I tripped over my own feet and fell down the stairs. (figurative) I was tripping over my words in my excitement to tell them the news. (figurative) Lawyers were tripping over each other (= competing with each other in a hurried way) to get a ...

  11. trip noun

    Synonyms trip trip journey tour expedition excursion outing day out These are all words for an act of travelling to a place. trip an act of travelling from one place to another, and usually back again:. a business trip; a five-minute trip by taxi; journey an act of travelling from one place to another, especially when they are a long way apart:. a long and difficult journey across the mountains

  12. TRIP

    TRIP meaning: 1. a journey in which you go somewhere, usually for a short time, and come back again: 2. an…. Learn more.

  13. trip

    Related topics: Drug culture trip2 verb (tripped, tripping) 1 fall (also trip up) [ intransitive] to hit something with your foot by accident so that you fall or almost fall SYN stumble He tripped and fell. trip over Clary tripped over a cable and broke his foot. trip on He tripped on the bottom step. 2 make somebody fall (also trip up ...

  14. TRIP Definition & Usage Examples

    Trip definition: a journey or voyage. See examples of TRIP used in a sentence.

  15. TRIP

    TRIP definition: 1. a journey in which you visit a place for a short time and come back again: 2. to fall or almost…. Learn more.

  16. 134 Synonyms & Antonyms for TAKE-A-TRIP

    Find 134 different ways to say TAKE-A-TRIP, along with antonyms, related words, and example sentences at Thesaurus.com.

  17. 26 Must-Have English Phrasal Verbs for Travel

    Part 2 - Phrasal Verbs for Transportation. Get into - To enter a car. Ex. "We got into the car and drove to the nearest hotel."; Get off - To exit a bus, train, or plane. Ex. "We got off the plane an hour ago, but got held up with finding our luggage."; Get on - To enter, or board, a bus, train, or plane

  18. trip

    We're planning a trip to New York next week.She made two business trips to China last year.I've always wanted to take a trip to South America to see the Andes. synonyms: journey similar words: drive, excursion, expedition, jaunt, junket, outing, passage, pilgrimage, ride, tour, trek, voyage: definition 2: a short journey from one point to another.

  19. Differences of verbs about movement: take, ride, drive, walk, get, go

    It can also indicate choosing something for a trip. The verb "take" can have several meanings and be used in various situations, including those related to movement and travel. Here are some of them: To bring something with you: In the context of travel or movement, "take" means to bring something along with you. It could be an item you ...

  20. trip verb

    1 [intransitive] to catch your foot on something and fall or almost fall She tripped and fell. trip over/on something Someone will trip on that cable. (figurative) I was tripping over my words in my excitement to tell them the news. trip over/up She tripped over and skinned her knee.

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    It will travel at Mach 1.7, or 1.7 times the speed of sound — more than twice as fast as a regular passenger airplane. Exosonic is one of the companies striving to bring back quieter, greener ...

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    The law was scheduled to take effect on March 5, but has been on hold while the Justice Department challenges it in court.. In a decision that caused chaos and confusion, the U.S. Supreme Court ...

  23. TRIP

    TRIP meaning: 1. a journey in which you visit a place for a short time and come back again: 2. to fall or almost…. Learn more.

  24. Fentanyl pills found on charter bus after Pueblo elementary field trip

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  25. What it's like to take the world's longest flight

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  26. trip noun

    3 an act of falling or nearly falling down, because you hit your foot against something; Thesaurus trip. journey; tour; commute; expedition; excursion; outing; These are all words for an act of traveling to a place. trip an act of traveling from one place to another, and usually back again: a business trip a five-minute trip by taxi; journey an act of traveling from one place to another ...

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  28. How many ounces can you take on a plane?

    When packing a carry-on bag, one of the most important things to consider is how to pack liquids correctly.The TSA 3-1-1 rule is the gold standard for remaining within liquid limits, and it's quite easy to follow. All liquids must be within containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less, and they must collectively fit within one clear, zip-top bag that is one quart (32 ounces) or smaller ...