A friend of yours is thinking of going on a camping holiday for the first time this summer. HelShe has asked for your advice. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter • explain why you think your friend would enjoy a camping holiday • describe some possible disadvantages • say whether you would like to go camping with your friend this summer

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Dear John, I hope you're doing well and It is amazing that you're planning a camping trip in Canada. I'm pretty sure that you'll have a lot of fun, and it'll be a memorable and adventurous vacation.
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, since you ask for some advice I'd like to give you some tips.
First
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, I think Canada is one of the most beautiful countries that I've ever visited, and I believe you'll love its virgin nature.
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there might be some disadvantages, you'd be able to find a solution for them if you know them in advance.
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, you are not allowed to camp anywhere you like, while there are some designated areas where you could do so. Actually, it is more to preserve you and your friends from wild animals and to keep the environment clean and safe.
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, do some research about camping sites and book them priorly. By the way, keep in mind that most of them are not free!
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, thanks for inviting me for the trip,
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, I might not be available in August.
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, since I already planned another trip to Toronto, it seems I can't accompany you. But I wish you a fantastic camping holiday! Best regards, Amirali
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Use cohesive linking words accurately and appropriately

Linking words are very important in your essay.

To score effectively on your IELTS exam, you should make an effort to implement short concise sentences coupled with linking words.

Almost every sentence in your essay should have a linking word of some sort.

In fact, the only sentences that can omit linking words are your background sentence and thesis.

Linking word examples:

  • firstly
  • secondly
  • thirdly
  • in additional
  • moreover
  • also
  • for example
  • for instance
  • therefore
  • however
  • although
  • even though
  • despite

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Topic Vocabulary:
  • Budget-friendly
  • Unplugged retreat
  • Campsite
  • Tent pitching
  • Outdoor cooking
  • De-stress
  • Itinerary
  • Back-to-nature
  • Bonding experience
  • Hiking trails
  • Weather forecast
  • Amenities
  • Wildlife safety
  • Essential gear
  • Adventure
  • Disconnect
  • Tranquility
  • Navigational skills
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