A friend of yours is going on holiday and has asked you to recommend a destination. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter recommend a good place that you have visited before for a holiday say where you went and where you stayed say what you can do there and what the food was like

#friend #holiday #destination #place #food

Dear Sara I hope

this

letter finds you healthy and wealthy. I am writing to draw your attention to

Vancouver

as the most interesting holiday destination from my standpoint. Let me explain in more detail. I have been to

Vancouver

twice, it is not only surrounded by beautiful landscapes but

also

provides you with good opportunities for shopping. There are several harbours, forests, and outlets which I described for you in the attached file. The

last

time I was there was

last

September. I was accommodated at the ABC hostel which is located downtown just near Gastown. There are plenty of activities to do depending on your budget, but I firmly recommend to try fly over

Vancouver

which is located beside

Vancouver

Central Hall. The most important part of

Vancouver

is the numerous options to eat. I highly recommend Akbarjoje restaurant. It was outstanding! I hope you will enjoy

Vancouver

and I'm waiting to see your photos from there. With love Ali

Submitted by ali on Sat Feb 17 2024

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coherence cohesion

Ensure the letter has a clear and logical structure by organising the content into paragraphs each dedicated to a specific aspect of the recommendation, such as the destination’s attractions, accommodation, and culinary experiences.

task achievement

To enhance task achievement, it is important to address all aspects of the prompt. You have effectively met this by recommending a place, describing where you stayed, what one can do there, and the food. Consider expanding on personal experiences to provide a more compelling recommendation.

coherence cohesion

Consider using transitional phrases to improve the flow between sentences and paragraphs, enhancing the letter’s overall readability.

task achievement

Maintain a friendly and engaging tone throughout the letter to reflect the purpose of writing to a friend. You’ve done well in this aspect, keeping the letter personal and warm.

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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3Linking words
meeting the goal of 7 or more
1Word repetition
meeting the goal of 3 or fewer
0Grammar mistakes
 

8 paragraphs

162 words

8.50

Overall Band Score

Coherence and Cohesion: 7.0

7.5

Logical structure

7.5

Single idea per paragraph

7.5

Greeting and closing

Accurate linking words

Variety in linking words

Lexical resource: 9.0

Varied vocabulary

Accurate spelling & word formation

Grammatical Range: 9.0

Mix of complex & simple sentences

Clear and correct grammar

Task Achievement: 8.0

Complete response

Suitable writing tone

Appropriate word count

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Topic Vocabulary:

picturesque
breathtaking
culturally rich
accommodations
amenities
local cuisine
adventure sports
historical sites
memorable experience
quaint
authentic
scenic views
hospitality
serenity
bustling markets
authentic dining experience
pristine
local delicacies
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The Closing

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