Аt the Registration Desk

John Boden. Good afternoon. Му name is John Boden. I made

A reservation for а single room for five nights.

Receptionist: Good afternoon, Mr. Boden. Let mе see Yes,

a single room for five nights from September 25. Could you please fill in the registration form? Please write in block capitals.

Mr. Boden: Неге you are.

Receprionist. Сап 1 have your passport?

John Boden hands in his passport.

Mr. Boden: [ like it here. It's so nice and relaxing. Receptionist: Thank you, sir. I сап offer you room 15

overlooking the street or room 21 with а

wonderful view of the park.

Mr. Boden: Oh, i'd like to have а room overlooking the park.

Receptionist: Here is your key. The bellboy will show you to

your room and take care of your luggage. Mr. Boden: Thank you.

Receptionist: Is it your first time in Saint-Peteaburg, Mr. Boden?

Mr. Boden: Yes it is. I've never been here before.

Receptionist Would you like to book а guided tour of the city

or tickets to the Mariinsky Opera House for

tonight?

Mr. Boden: Not now, thank you. Му Russian friends promised to take те to а ballet on Friday night. [s there

A restaurant in your hotel?

Receptionist: Yes, you сап have your meals here in our `Russian Winter' Restaurant or you сап go out. The Visitor's Guide - а blue booklet on the desk - will provide you with necessary information on the nearby cafes.

Mr. Boden: What kind of cuisine does your restaurant offer?

Receptionist. Our restaurant offers both Russian and European cuisine. [ am sure you'll like it May I ask you

A question, sir?

John Boden: Yes, please.

Receptionist: How did you learn of our hotel?

John Boden: I usually put up at larger hotels. But ту Russian

business partner recommended те this small

home-style hotel. Не told те ['д be more

comfortable here.

Receptionist. I hope you'll enjoy your stay here.