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You recently went on holiday and your friend lent you a travel guidebook. Write a letter to friend. In your letter tell your friend about the holiday explain how the guidebook was helpful say when and how you will return the guidebook

#holiday #friend #travel #guidebook
Dear Sam, I hope
this
 letter finds you well. I wanted to thank you for lending me the travel guidebook—it was
such
 a thoughtful gesture and turned out to be incredibly helpful during my recent holiday! I had an amazing trip to Bali. The island was everything I had hoped for and more. The beaches were stunning, especially in Uluwatu, and I loved exploring the cultural richness of Ubud with its temples and vibrant markets. One of the highlights was visiting the Tegallalang Rice Terraces—they were absolutely breathtaking! The sunset at Tanah Lot Temple was another unforgettable experience. Your guidebook was a lifesaver. It helped me discover some hidden gems, like a quaint little café near the rice terraces and a secluded waterfall that wasn’t crowded at all. The tips on local customs were
also
 invaluable and made interacting with the locals so much easier. The transport section saved me from a lot of hassle, especially when navigating between towns. I’ll make sure to return the guidebook to you by
this
 Friday, either by dropping it off at your place or handing it to you in person—let me know what works best for you. Once again, thank you so much for lending it to me. It truly made my Bali trip more enjoyable and memorable! Looking forward to catching up soon and sharing all the details of my adventure. Warm regards, Sidaqpreet Kaur
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coherence cohesion
Consider varying sentence structure slightly to enhance the reading flow.
task achievement
You might want to add a little more detail about future interactions, enhancing personal engagement.
coherence cohesion
Clear logical structure with organized paragraphs focusing on each task point.
coherence cohesion
Excellent use of greeting and closing, adding a personal touch to your letter.
task achievement
Complete response addressing all bullet points thoroughly with a suitable tone for friendly communication.

Use a variety of complex and simple sentences

You should use complex sentences in your writing, but it does not mean that you should try to make all of our sentences complex.

‘Complex’ sentences are not actually very complex; they are just two or more simple sentences put together. Putting them together makes the essay more coherent and cohesive.

Examples:

I really want to study but I’m too tired.

I wore a warm coat because the weather was cold.

If action is not taken soon on climate change, global warming will get worse.

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You are not ready for IELTS Speaking, if you

  • Can’t speak smoothly without pauses.
  • Use simple words and lack vocabulary.
  • Feel nervous and anxious when speaking.
Topic Vocabulary:
  • Gratitude
  • Breathtaking
  • Insights
  • Invaluable
  • Local cuisine
  • Navigating
  • Off-the-beaten-path
  • Anecdotes
  • Well-preserved
  • Reconnect
  • Safeguarded
  • Courier
  • Itinerary
  • Landmarks
  • Cultural gems
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