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Thursday, October 18, 2012

Travelling Expressions

Here are a number of expressions used when saying goodbye to friends or family as they depart on trips, both short and long.


Have a good trip. 
Enjoy your vacation.
Have a good time in (destination)
Long Trips, Vacations, etc. British English

Have a good journey. 
Enjoy your holidays.
Have a good time in (destination)
Short Outings

Enjoy! (American English)
Have a good time at (destination place such as a restaurant)
Have a good time in (destination city)
When your friends or family return home it is common to use one of the following phrases:

How was your vacation? (holiday in British English)
Did you enjoy your time in (destination)
How was your journey / flight / trip?