Liang Jie: I have a holiday in one week, and I plan to travel to Hualien to see the scenery of eastern Taiwan.

Kexin: The year before last, I went to Hualien and stayed at a friend’s B&B. Not only did he treat me to dinner, he also gave me several packages of local specialties and scenic postcards!

Liangjie: That’s great! Can you book that B&B for me?

Kexin: Yes! His B&B has a swimming pool and free wireless internet. The best thing is, from Looking out from the room, you can also see the beautiful sea, you will definitely like it.

Ryosuke: How much does it cost to stay one night? If it’s too expensive, I can’t afford it.

Kexin: Don’t worry, I will tell him that you are a student and ask him to make it cheaper.

(Ryousuke takes out one dollar)

Ryousuke: (smiles and says) Look! I only have one dollar left, and I have no money to eat.

Kexin: You are better than me. I forgot to bring my wallet when I went out today. Now I don’t have a dime. Let’s let Maxim treat us at noon.

(The two laughed. At this time, Maxim just walked in from outside)

Maxim: What are you talking about? Are you having such a good time?

Liangjie: We are talking about traveling to Hualien, and Kexin wants to book a B&B for me.

Maxin: It’s good to stay in a B&B. How do you want to get there?

Liangsuke: I haven’t decided yet. I heard that the Suhua Highway is a bit dangerous. When it rains heavily, big rocks on the mountain may fall.

Maxim: The Suhua Highway is more dangerous and it is safer to take the train. However, it is difficult to buy holiday tickets and they are sold out in no time. You’d better book online as soon as possible.

Liangjie: I have visited the Taiwan Railway Administration’s website, but I can’t understand the page and find it difficult to book tickets.

Maxim: In Taiwan, it is not difficult at all to book tickets and seats online. I will help you book now. (Using a mobile phone to access the website of Taishi) When do you want to order?

Ryosuke: About the end of June. Are train tickets expensive?

Maxim: The Taroko train is more expensive. But there are only a few stops. We arrived in Hualien in just over two hours.

Liangjie: It doesn’t matter if it’s a little more expensive. If you can book the first Taroko bus, it will depart from Taipei in the morning and you can go hiking in Taroko National Park at noon.

Kexin: I took the Taroko train the year before last. It was really fast and convenient!

Liangjie: Sorry, I want to sit by the window. That’s okay. Do you choose your own seats?

Maxim: No way, the seats are all selected by computer. (Looking at the web page) Booked! Write down the booking number. Before this date