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Jane: Mike, you are an expert on travelling.
I need your advice. I am planning to go on holiday
this summer. Generally I have two weeks off in winter
but I am tired of my usual holiday routine. How
could I vary my holiday?
Mike: Well, Jane. There are lots of
ways how you could do it. Have you thought of a
camping holiday, for instance?
Jane: Oh, I think it is only for the
young men! One should be prepared for mosquitoes
and bad weather.
Mike: Yes, but this sort of holiday
teaches the young how to survive. Some people seem
to enjoy it, finding pleasure in cooking barbecues
and making bonfires!
Jane: I don't think it is for me,
though.
Mike: Ok, then you could think of
a cycling holiday which is an excellent way of taking
exercise.
Jane: But I am not a professional
and I won't be able to do more than thirty or forty
km a day! Besides I am not too keen on extreme sports
and such types of holidays.
Mike: Don't worry. It is not too dangerous.
You should keep in mind the following: keep to side
roads wherever possible and don't overtire yourself.
Jane: What about other types of holiday?
Mike: Well, the seaside is good for
most people, but definitely bad for some.
Jane: I know! You should take the
sun and the sea gradually, and you shouldn't stay
on the beach for too long.
Mike: You're right! Did you know that
in fact, short holidays taken often probably do
you more good than an annual long one.
Jane: No! I've never heard of such.
Mike: It's because after the first
week or two, you begin to get bored, sunburnt, and
lazy.
Jane: I see.
Mike: But it'll be great if you have
a hobby or interest at the seaside. Take a diving
mask and see how many sorts of fish you can find.
Walk along the beach collecting shells or interesting
pebbles. Actually, on this sort of holiday you should
be thoroughly relaxed, and soak in the sun and sea
air. I am sure that this type of rest is the best
for you, giving you vitality and energy to keep
you going through the winter! But it's up to you
to decide.
Jane: Thanks, Mike. You've been most
helpful!