Bad Holiday on a River Boat

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People paid for nice holidays on river boats. The company is called TUI. But something went very wrong. The air conditioning did not work. It was very hot inside the boats. The people were not happy.

Very Hot Inside

The passengers said it was too hot on the boats. The air conditioning was broken. They could not cool down. People felt sick from the heat. They paid a lot of money for this trip. They did not expect this problem.

Other Problems

The heat was not the only problem. Some toilets did not work. This made things worse for the passengers. A nice holiday became a bad one. People wanted to go home early.

What People Said

The passengers told the BBC about their bad time. They said TUI promised them luxury travel. Luxury means very nice and comfortable. But the boats were not comfortable. The company did not keep its promise.

What Happens Next

TUI must fix these problems. The company needs to make the air conditioning work. They must repair the toilets too. People want answers. They want their money back or a better trip.

Discussion Questions

1. Have you ever had a bad experience on a trip? What happened?
2. What is the most important thing for you on a holiday?
3. If you paid for a luxury trip and something was broken, what would you want the company to do?
4. What would you do if air conditioning did not work in a hot place?
5. Do you think the company should give the passengers money back? Why or why not?

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