To ask for directions and plan your trips in Spanish, it helps to know some important words and phrases. Here are some easy words and tips that can make talking to people much nicer.

Travel and Transportation Words:

1. Important Places:

   • Aeropuerto - airport
   • Estación de tren - train station
   • Parada de autobús - bus stop
   • Centro comercial - shopping center
   • Hotel - hotel

2. Asking for Directions:

   • ¿Dónde está...? - Where is...?
   • A la derecha - to the right
   • A la izquierda - to the left
   • Todo recto - straight ahead
   • Cerca de - near
   • Lejos de - far from

3. Travel Arrangements:

   • Tengo una reservación - I have a reservation.
   • ¿Cuánto cuesta? - How much does it cost?
   • Quisiera comprar un billete - I would like to buy a ticket.
   • ¿A qué hora sale el tren/autobús? - What time does the train/bus leave?
   • Necesito un taxi, por favor - I need a taxi, please.

Common Phrases for Asking Where to Go:

• ¿Puede ayudarme? - Can you help me?
• ¿Cómo llego a...? - How do I get to...?
• Estoy perdido/a. - I am lost.
• ¿Hay una estación de metro cerca? - Is there a subway station nearby?
• ¿Es lejos? - Is it far?

Phrases for Making Travel Plans:

• Me gustaría hacer una reserva. - I would like to make a reservation.
• ¿A qué hora es el check-in? - What time is check-in?
• ¿Incluye desayuno? - Does it include breakfast?
• ¿Hay acceso a internet? - Is there internet access?
• Voy a quedarme por... días. - I will stay for... days.

Sample Conversations:

1. Asking for Directions:

   • Person A: "Hi, where is the train station?"
   • Person B: "It’s to the right and straight ahead."

2. Making Arrangements:

   • Customer: "Hi, I have a reservation for two nights."
   • Receptionist: "Great! Please show me your ID."

By learning these words and phrases, you'll be ready to ask for directions and plan your trips in Spanish-speaking places. Practice these conversations to feel more confident!