Last month you had an overseas holiday with some friends where you stayed at their house. They have just sent you some holiday photos. Write a letter to your friend . In your letter: a. Thank them for the holiday and the photos. b. Explain why you didn't write earlier. c. invite them to come and stay with you.

Hi Loda and Lodi, I can't explain in words that how happy was I when I received the holiday photos. It refreshed those joyful moments that we spent at your house. I am full of gratitude for the stay at your house during our trip to Spain. The six days we spent together are full of memories. Sometimes, I still laugh at Loda's karaoke singing sessions. He is always the centre of attraction at every party. Again, thank you for sending us those photos. Regrettably, I was not able to write a letter to you because I was consumed by household activities once I arrived. As you know, the trip was very long, and a lot of things got piled up. I hope you understand the situation here. Meanwhile, I want you to come to Canada and spend some days with us. We will go on day trips to nearby national parks. I can't wait to hear from you. Your best friend, Raj
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The Closing

The style of the letter determine how you have to close it.

Check out the suggested closing sentences for each type of letter in the General IELTS Test. The closing sentence should be the last sentence of your letter.

Formal style (To someone you have not met, whose name you don’t know)

  • Yours faithfully,

Semi-formal (To someone you may or may not have met, whose last name you know)

  • Yours sincerely,

Informal (To someone you know well, whose first name you know and use)

  • Best regards,
  • Warm wishes,

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