旅游英语课件tourism englishppt 13 16旅游英语Unit139.15.ppt

Unit thirteen Mysterious Middle East Words and expressions: 1. infrastructure n. 基础设施 2. unification n. 统一 3. Persian Gulf. n. 波斯湾 4. expatriate n. 侨民,移民 The United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) is one of the best tourist destinations in the Middle East countries. The growth of the tourism industry in UAE has been phenomenal over the years and is often regarded as one of the fastest growing tourist destinations. Due to its developed infrastructure, tolerant culture, safe environment, world-class hotels and hospitable industry and soothing climate, UAE has attracted both leisure and business travelers across the world. UAE came into existence in 1971 as a result of the unification of seven self-governing sheik-ruled emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al-Qaiwain. Before the Unification it was known as Trucial Oman. This Middle Eastern country is situated south east of the Arabian Peninsula in Southwest Asia on the Persian Gulf. Arabic is the official language although English is widely spoken. However, as in most countries, learning the local language can prove to be a valuable asset and will certainly be appreciated by UAE nationals. Words and expressions: 1.Dubai n. 迪拜（城市名） 2.Palm Islands 棕榈岛 3.Burj Al Arab Hotel 帆船酒店（世界上唯一一座七星级的酒店） 4.billow vi. 扬起，鼓起 5.the Dubai Tower 迪拜塔 6.under construction 在建设之中 7.crystalline adj. 水晶的，清澈的 I. Role-play: 1. Suppose yourself to be a visitor in Dubai, U.A.E. Now you are requested to explain the difference between the Islamic culture and our Chinese culture. Please explain it in detail. 2.You are a tour leader. Almost everyone agrees to the saying that the Burj Al Arab Hotel is the most luxurious Hotel in the world. And it should only provide the service to the richest people.