Half board

How it is used

Common in tour operator contracts and written HB. Drinks with meals are usually charged extra unless the offer says otherwise. American English sometimes calls it the modified American plan (MAP), but most guests in Europe know half board.

Example sentences

1. You're on half board, so breakfast and dinner are included, but lunch is extra.

2. Can we change from half board to all-inclusive for the last three nights?

Common collocations

• on half board
• half-board basis
• half board supplement
• upgrade to half board

Related terms

• full boardA hotel arrangement where the price includes the room and three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• all-inclusiveDescribes a holiday or hotel price that covers the room, all meals, most drinks and many activities, so guests pay little extra on site.
• bed and breakfastA hotel rate that includes the room and breakfast only; also a small, often family-run guest house that offers this.

More terms: Room Types & Board

• double room
• twin room
• single room
• suite
• sea view
• extra bed
• connecting rooms
• triple room
• family room
• balcony
• cot
• room only