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Danilo: I was in Dalyan, Muğla. It is one of the most popular of fruit in that area and a lot of people live there because the climate
destinations for travellers all around the world. It is among the is so mild. And, there is no extreme temperatures so, it’s a really nice
holiday centres of Turkey. It is also as big as another tourist and easy place to live in that sense.
attraction, Antalya, on the western Mediterranean coast. Jane: OK. So if I want to visit, it sounds like there are so many
Anna: What do you like most in Dalyan then? different places. Which one would you recommend me as the best?
Danilo: First of all, Dalyan is not as expensive as Bodrum. There are What’s your favourite area?
both luxurious hotels and apart-hotels there, so it is an ideal holiday Patrick: I can say that the best area is the southern part near
destination with many alternatives for every budget. The town Cape Town. Traveling from Cape Town to the eastern seaboard is
is located by Köycegiz Lake and 15 km away from İztuzu-Caretta amazing. It’s called the Garden Route in South Africa and the name
Caretta Beach. comes from the fact that it looks like almost a garden. It’s really,
Anna: That sounds fascinating! Well, is there a historic site in really beautiful. Beautiful plants and trees, forests and it’s all, you
Dalyan? know, relatively high rainfall so everything grows. It just grows. It’s
really beautiful and it’s not too hot. It never gets too hot in summers
Danilo: Yeah, there is a world heritage within the boundaries of and never too cold in winters, but recently, perhaps because of global
District of Köycegiz, and it is located in the face of Dalyan City and warming, we have seen quite a lot of changes in South Africa. Some
on the right shores of Dalyan Stream which connects Köycegiz Lake of the hot areas have recorded even hotter temperatures.
to Mediterranean. Jane: Oh, that’s too bad.
Anna: Wow, incredible! I am eager to visit that ancient city. How
about the weather conditions? Patrick: Yes, unfortunately. Oh by the way, I forgot to mention. If
Danilo: It is hot and dry during the summer. And, there are you like to travel around, there’s a really beautiful place that you can
visit close to Cape Town. I think they call it “the Floral Kingdom”
also some mosquitoes, but they are not dangerous. It is a typical because of all the different species of plant. And, it’s a heritage site
Mediterranean climate. that you can visit. Scientists from all over the world come to study
Anna: I wish I could go there one day. it and many tourists visit it. I think it’s the most fascinating place
Danilo: Why not! I will definitely go there again. to visit because of, you know, the natural occurrence of so many
different species.
Jane: Yeah, it sounds great. I hope I can get to visit one day.
Tapescript: 7.2.1
Patrick: I hope so, too. It would be really nice.
Cathrine: Hello, Felipe, how are you?
Felipe: Hello, I’m fine. You? Jane: Thank you so much for participating in our program, Patrick.
Good luck to you.
Cathrine: Good, good, but, you know, I was wondering about
Ecuador and Colombia. I think they seem to be so same. Can you tell
me how I can distinguish them or what the differences are between Tapescript: 8.1.1
Ecuador and Colombia? A: Hey, what are you watching?
Felipe: Well, we can say the culture is pretty much the same, but B: A football game.
let’s talk about the people, OK? Ecuadoreans and Colombians are
different, I think. Colombian people are more hardworking people. A: In fact, I find it interesting, but I have never understood the rules
They really, really worry about working and earning a lot of money of the game.
and stuff like that, you know. But, Ecuadoreans are more like, B: It’s not that difficult. If you watch a couple of games, you’ll start
you know easy-going people, so I think that’s the main difference to understand it.
between them. A: Do you watch?
Cathrine: That is so interesting. What about the similarities? Are B: I like football, so I watch all the games of my favorite team.
there any similarities between Ecuador and Colombia? A: Have you ever played football in a team?
Felipe: Well, yes there are many similarities. For example, both
countries have their highlands which are the Andes highlands and B: Only in high school. I haven’t had enough time for training since
the Amazon region, and of course the coastal region, but the size of then.
the countries are different. Colombia is bigger than Ecuador, and A: What position did you play?
also it has the Caribbean Sea which Ecuador doesn’t have. And now B: I was the cornerback.
if you look at Ecuador, Ecuador is quite a small country compared
to Colombia. Additionally; when it comes to food, it is mainly A: Is that the main guy in the offense?
composed of potatoes and corn. And, there are many fruits that B: No. That’s the quarterback. The cornerback is a defensive player
both countries have in common, so if you travel to Colombia and covering passing plays and outside running plays.
Ecuador, you find the same kind of food. A: I see. Do you think it is more fun than baseball?
Cathrine: OK, perfect. So, now I have a better idea of the differences B: It’s hard to compare the two because they’re so different. I like
and some similarities between Ecuador and Colombia. Thank you, both baseball and football. How about you? Do you like baseball
Felipe. a lot?
Felipe: OK, you’re welcome. A: Yeah. I’m a big baseball fan.
B: Baseball is fun, but you should also learn football. I’ll explain as
Tapescript: 7.3.1 we watch.
Jane: Hello, everyone. Today we have another traveller named A: Cool, thanks.
Patrick. And, he will share some interesting information about
a special place he has visited. Welcome, Patrick. You must have Tapescript: 8.2.1
travelled quite a lot around the country, right? A: Hello, sir. We are making street interviews and today’s topic is
Patrick: Hmm… I think I have, especially during my student days. sports. May I ask you some questions, please?
I travelled around a lot because I like hiking and kind of outdoor
things. The most exciting thing in my life is traveling around the B: Yes, of course. I like sports.
country especially South Africa. It comes to me more diverse than A: Thank you. Firstly, what sports do you like most?
others. If you move towards the southern part of the country closer B: I like baseball most.
to Cape Town, you find a really milder climate. The people grow a lot
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