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Today we're going to look at a conversation at the airport, especially during immigration, baggage claim and customs.
In this video, you will follow a simple and realistic travel story between two friends, Sam and Mina.
Don't worry, I will speak slowly and clearly, so please relax and enjoy the story.
Before we start, I have a small question for you.
Please listen carefully to find the answer.
This will help you understand English more deeply.
So, here is today's question.
What is Mina's purpose of visit?
The answer is mentioned in the conversation.
If you find the answer, please write it in the comments section.
By writing your answer in English, you can improve your English skills even more effectively.
Alright, let's start the video.
Are you ready?
Okay, let's begin.
Okay, we're finally here.
Welcome to America, Mina.
Thank you, Sam.
Wow, this airport is so big.
Yeah, it is.
But don't worry.
I know the way.
Just follow me.
Okay, but Sam, I'm really nervous right now.
Nervous?
Why?
What are you worried about?
This is my first time in another country.
I'm worried about my English.
What if they ask me something and I can't understand?
Oh, don't worry about that.
Your English is fine, really.
But the officers might speak very fast.
I'm not good at listening.
Some of them speak fast, but you can always ask them to slow down.
That's totally okay.
I can do that?
They won't get angry?
Of course not.
They hear it all the time.
Many travelers ask the same thing.
Okay, that's good to know.
So what kind of questions will they ask me?
The questions are very simple.
They just want to know a few things like why you're here, how long you're staying and where you're staying.
That's it?
Nothing difficult, that's it.
Just answer honestly and you'll be fine.
Keep your answers short and simple.
Short and simple.
Okay, i'll try my best.
You'll do great, i promise, and i'll be right behind you in line, so don't worry.
That makes me feel a little better.
Thank you, Sam.
Of course.
Now let's go.
The immigration counter is this way.
Do you have your passport ready?
Yes, it's right here in my hand.
Perfect.
Let's go.
Next please.
Step forward.
Passport please.
Here you go.
Thank you.
What's the purpose of your visit?
I'm here on vacation.
How long are you staying in the United States?
Five days.
Five days.
And where are you staying?
I'm staying at the Grand City Hotel.
The Grand City Hotel.
Is that in downtown?
Yes, I think so.
It's near the main train station.
Alright, do you have a return ticket?
Yes, I do.
Here it is.
Let me see.
Okay, your return flight is on the 20th, is that correct?
Yes, that's correct.
Are you traveling alone?
No, I'm traveling with a friend.
He's right behind me in line.
I see.
Is this your first time visiting the United States?
Yes, it's my first time.
I'm very excited.
Do you have any plans while you're here?
Yes.
I want to visit some famous places and try American food.
That sounds wonderful.
I hope you enjoy it.
Welcome to the United States.
Thank you very much.
Have a nice day.
Alright, I have a few more questions.
Have you visited the United States before?
And do you have any family members here?
I'm sorry, could you say that again?
You spoke a little fast.
Sure, no problem.
Have you been to the United States before?
No, this is my first time here.
Okay, and do you have any family in this country?
No, i don't have any family here.
And what do you do for a living back home?
Excuse me, could you speak a little slower please?
Of course.
What is your job?
What kind of company is it?
It's a small trading company.
We sell electronics.
I see.
And is this trip for business or for fun?
It's for fun.
I'm on vacation.
That's nice.
How many days are you staying?
Five days.
I go back to Japan next week.
Great.
If you need any help during your trip, you can ask at your hotel.
They are usually happy to help.
That's very helpful.
Thank you so much.
You were very kind.
You're welcome.
Have a nice trip.
Where are you staying during your visit?
I'm staying at a hotel.
It's called, um, I'm sorry, I forgot the name.
I'm a little nervous.
That's all right.
Take your time.
Do you have a booking confirmation?
Yes, I think so.
Can I check my phone?
I have the email.
Sure, go ahead.
Thank you.
Let me look.
Okay, here it is.
I found it.
The hotel name is the Sunset Beach Hotel.
The Sunset Beach Hotel.
And do you have the address?
Yes.
It says 120 Ocean Drive.
120 Ocean Drive.
Okay, that's fine.
Is the booking under your name?
Yes, it's under my name.
I booked it online before the trip.
Good.
And how many nights are you staying there?
Four nights.
We arrive today and leave on Friday morning.
All right.
Everything looks good.
Thank you.
Thank you.
I'm sorry about that.
I was nervous.
No problem at all.
It happens a lot.
Many people forget.
Don't worry about it.
Enjoy your vacation.
Thank you so much.
Sam, I can see your bag on the belt, but I don't see mine anywhere.
Hmm, let's wait a little more.
Sometimes it takes a while.
They don't come out in order.
Okay, I'll keep looking.
How long did you wait for yours?
Mine came out pretty quickly, but every bag is different.
Some come first, some come last.
What does your bag look like again?
I can help you watch for it.
It's a black suitcase medium size and it has a red tag on the handle and a small flower sticker on the front.
Got it.
Black, medium size, red tag, flower sticker.
I'll watch this side.
But look, Sam.
Almost everyone has their bags already.
The belt is almost empty now.
Yeah, you're right.
That's a little strange.
I don't think any more bags are coming.
What should I do?
My bag hasn't come out yet.
All my clothes are in there.
Don't worry.
This happens sometimes.
It's not lost forever.
Let's go talk to someone at the baggage counter.
They can help us find it.
Okay.
Where is the counter?
It's over there.
I can see the sign that says baggage service.
Follow me.
I hope they can find it.
I really need my bag.
I'm sure they can.
I'll talk to them for you.
You just stay with me, okay?
Thank you, Sam.
You're always so helpful.
That's what friends are for.
Come on, let's go.
Excuse me, my friend's bag hasn't come out on the belt.
Can you help us?
I'm sorry to hear that.
That must be frustrating.
Can I see your baggage claim tag, please?
Sure.
Here it is.
It's for this flight from Tokyo, flight number 725.
Thank you.
Flight 725 from Tokyo.
And what does the bag look like?
It's a black suitcase, medium size, not too big, not too small.
It has a red tag on the handle.
A black suitcase with a red tag got it.
Does it have any other marks on it, anything that makes it easy to find?
Yes, it has a small sticker on the front, a flower sticker, a pink flower, a pink flower sticker on the front.
Okay, I'll check the system now.
Please wait a moment.
Sure, no problem.
Take your time.
Okay, I found it.
It looks like your bag was put on a different belt by mistake.
It's at belt number 3 right now.
Oh, great.
So it's not lost?
It's just on belt number 3?
That's right.
It's not lost.
It should still be there.
If you go now, you can pick it up right away.
That's wonderful.
Thank you so much for checking.
We'll go get it right now.
You're welcome.
I'm sorry for the trouble.
It doesn't happen very often, but sometimes bags go to the wrong belt.
No worries at all.
Thank you for your help.
We really appreciate it.
Good afternoon.
Welcome.
Do you have anything to declare?
I'm sorry, what does declare mean?
No worries.
It means are you bringing anything special into the country, like a lot of food, alcohol or expensive items?
Oh, I see.
Thank you for explaining.
I have some snacks from Japan, just some cookies and candy.
Nothing expensive.
What kind of snacks are they?
Are they for yourself?
Yes, some are for myself, and some are gifts for a friend.
They are Japanese cookies and green tea candy.
Okay.
Can you open your bag for me, please?
I just need to take a quick look.
Sure.
Here you go.
This is the bag with the snacks.
Let me take a look.
These are just regular packaged snacks.
That's perfectly fine.
No problem here.
Oh, good.
I'm glad.
Thank you.
Now, one more question.
Do you have any fruits, vegetables, or meat products in your bags?
No, I don't have any of those, just the cookies and candy.
Good.
Some countries don't allow fresh food from other countries.
It's important to remember that.
I understand.
I will remember that.
Thank you for telling me.
One last thing.
Are you carrying more than $10,000 in cash?
No, I only have a little cash.
I will use my credit card for most things.
That's fine.
All right, you're all set.
You can go now.
Enjoy your trip.
Thank you very much.
Have a nice day.
Sam, we made it!
We're finally outside the airport.
Yes, we did.
How do you feel now?
I feel so much better.
I was so nervous before.
But honestly, it wasn't that hard.
See?
I told you.
The questions were simple, right?
Yes.
They just asked me why I'm here, how long I'm staying, and where I'm staying.
That was pretty much it.
Exactly.
And you answered everything really well.
Well, I did forget my hotel name once.
That was a little embarrassing.
That's totally normal.
Even I forget hotel names sometimes.
But you handled it well.
You said, can I check my phone?
That was exactly the right thing to say.
Oh, and I also asked the officer to speak slower.
I said, could you speak a little slower, please?
And he was really nice about it.
That's a really useful phrase to remember.
You can use it anywhere, not just at the airport, at a restaurant, at a hotel, anywhere.
You're right.
I'll use it a lot on this trip, I think.
And at customs, I learned a new word, too.
Declare.
I didn't know that word before today.
Now you know it.
Do you have anything to declare is a very common question at customs in every country.
And I also learned that I should not bring fresh fruits or meat into the country.
The officer told me that.
Right.
Every country has different rules about food.
It's always a good idea to check the rules before you travel.
I'll remember that for next time.
Oh, and Sam, thank you so much for helping with my bag.
I was really scared when it didn't come out.
No problem at all.
The staff was really helpful.
They found it right away.
It was just on a different belt.
That's right.
I was so worried, but it was such a simple problem in the end.
That happens more often than you think.
The important thing is to stay calm and ask for help.
The airport staff are always ready to help.
You're right.
Today I learned something important.
Simple English is enough.
I don't need perfect English to get through the airport.
Exactly.
Short and simple sentences work the best.
And if you don't understand something, just ask.
People are usually very kind.
I feel much more confident now.
This was a really good experience.
I can't wait to start our vacation.
Me too.
The fun part starts now.
Let's go find a taxi and head to the hotel.
Wait, how do we get a taxi here?
Is it easy?
Very easy.
There's a taxi stand right over there.
We just walk over and get in line.
Great.
Okay.
Let's go.
Let's go.
How was it?
I hope this video helped you improve your English.
Now, let me ask the question from the beginning one more time.
What is Mina's purpose of visit?
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Even if you feel nervous, you can communicate clearly with short and simple sentences.
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