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IELTS Essay Questions for the Topic of Tourism and Travel. All essay questions below are reported by IELTS candidates and seem to have been repeated over the years. Regardless of the years the questions were reported, you could get any question below in your test. You should, therefore, prepare ideas for all questions given below. The topics below could appear in both GT and Academic IELTS Writing Task 2.

Tourism and Travel IELTS Essay Questions

Tourism is an important industry in many countries. What benefits do you think tourism brings to individuals and society? (2017, 2021 reworded)

As a result of tourism and the increasing number of people travelling, there is an growing demand for more flights.

What problems does this have on the environment? What measures could be taken to solve the problems? (2020, 2023)

Eco-tourism usually involves people visiting remote areas. Some people think this will have a negative impact on local cultures and communities. What problems can result from eco-tourism? What measures can be taken to protect local culture and communities? (2024)

With more people choosing to watch travel programs on TV and social media, fewer people will be willing to pay the costs of traveling abroad. To what extent do you agree?

Some people believe that to protect local culture, tourism should be banned in some areas, while others think that change is inevitable and banning tourism will have no benefits. Discuss both sides and give your opinion. (2022, 2023)

As a result of tourism, some historical buildings and sites are being damaged beyond repair. What could be done to prevent this? (2019, 2021)

Some people think that when a person travels into a different culture they should adapt to the local practices and customs. To what extent do you agree? (appears most years in the test)

The development of tourism contributed to English becoming the most prominent language in the world. Some people think this will lead to English becoming the only language to be spoken globally. What are the advantages and disadvantages to having one language in the world? (most years – this also appears under the category of languages)

Many people around the world now take regular international flights. Do the advantages of this trend outweigh the disadvantages to the environment? (2022)

Raising the cost of international flights is the best way to reduce air pollution. Do you agree?

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IELTS Topics: Travel and Tourism

Posted by David S. Wills | Oct 12, 2020 | IELTS Tips | 0

One of the common IELTS topics that appears in the exam is that of travel and tourism. In today’s lesson, I will help you learn about this topic so that you can do well in your next test.

First we will look at a little vocabulary about travel and tourism , then we will explore some IELTS speaking and writing questions to give you an idea of what to expect.

Vocabulary about Travel and Tourism for IELTS

When you prepare for IELTS, you never need to know any specialist vocabulary, so for questions about travel and tourism you may find that you can give a brilliant answer with just simple language, as long as it is used with grammatical accuracy. Knowing the difference between “I went to London” and “I was going to London” is very important, for example.

Of course, there are other things to know. It helps to know modes of transport and related vocabulary. [You can learn about transport here .] Another interesting aspect is knowing things you might encounter while travelling, such as accommodation.

I made this PPT about travel accommodation many years ago, but I have just uploaded it today. 🙃 I hope you find it useful.

You should also know the necessary language to talk about types of travel or reasons for taking a trip. Sometimes, new words enter the language, such as “staycation,” which is a very recent portmanteau .

You might also find this list of synonyms for “trip” quite useful:

Travel and Tourism Questions [IELTS Speaking]

The topic of travel and tourism is really common in IELTS speaking. It could easily occur in any of the three parts of this test, so you should be prepared to answer a wide range of questions. [You can find some examples here .]

These questions will be pretty general and simple. It is entirely possible that the same basic question could be asked in a number of different ways.

Perhaps the most common question would be “do you like travelling?” This is very similar to “have you done much travelling?” Of course, the focus has changed slightly but the overall meaning is similar: it’s about you and travel .

I’ll give two sample answers to these questions so that you can understand better:

Q: Do you like travelling?

A: Yeah, I absolutely love travelling. I have visited many countries over the past few years, but of course this all stopped recently because of the virus.

Q: Have you done much travelling?

A: I have done quite a lot of travelling in my life. Altogether, I’ve visited about 50 countries and I try to spend a few weeks each year seeing new places.

Note: It is unlikely that these questions would be asked together because they are very similar. Also, I pretty much answered the second one in the middle of the first answer. I just included them to show how a “do you like travelling” IELTS answer example.

Vaguely Related: Space Travel

I definitely consider space to be a separate topic from travel, but there is some small degree of overlap here. For example, there is a reported IELTS speaking question that goes something like this:

Do you want to travel in outer space?
Would you want to travel in outer space?

You might also see this incorrectly reported as “do you want to travel in the outer space?” but this is not correct. We cannot say “the” before “outer space.” It is not a single, definite place. [Read about definite articles here .]

There are numerous possibilities for IELTS cue cards about travel. Here are two of them:

Describe a place you have visited.
Describe a place you would like to visit.

Of course, these would require basically the same sort of vocabulary to answer them, but the key difference would be the grammar. In the first instance, you are talking about the past, but in the second you are talking about a possible future.

Here is another one:

Describe a memorable holiday.

This is pretty similar to the first cue card above, but the word “memorable” must guide our approach. You can see my answer in this video:

In part three of the IELTS speaking test, the questions will become more difficult. These will include abstract topics like age, gender, ethics, and so on. You might encounter questions like this:

Q: Do you think men and women enjoy different types of holiday?

A: I suppose that in general they probably do have different preferences, but of course we should acknowledge the fact that everyone is different and so there are women who enjoy stereotypically male holidays and men that enjoy stereotypically female ones. To give an example, it could be argued that men prefer more active, robust holidays that involve uncertainty, adventure, and even danger. However, I know some women who love this type of thing and so it is not really smart to make assumptions about people.

Q: Do you think that travelling abroad always changes people’s perspective on life?

A: No, not at all. While it certainly is possible that travelling can change people’s perspectives, it is by no means guaranteed. In fact, when you travel to places like Thailand, you see that most tourists have no understanding of the local culture and just hold on to their own original views. The experience may change some people, but I think most people live in a little bubble when they go abroad, and this prevents them from really learning anything.

Notes: I described the sort of travel that men like in interesting terms: “men prefer more active, robust holidays that involve uncertainty, adventure, and even danger.” This is good, descriptive language!

Travel and Tourism Essays for IELTS Writing

Now we shall move on from speaking and instead look at the IELTS writing test. In this section, I will show you some questions about travel and tourism, then show you my sample band 9 answer.

Here is a question that features data about people travelling. I thought that this travel and tourism essay was really interesting, so I have included it here alongside my sample answer.

The line graph displays the numbers of tourists that visited an unnamed Caribbean island between 2010 and 2017. The tourists are divided into two groups – those staying on cruise ships and those staying on the island itself – and these had a loosely inverse correlation. The total number of visitors, however, rose more or less continuously throughout the eight-year period.

In the first year recorded, which was 2010, there were about twice as many tourists staying on the island as those staying on cruise ships. A year later, the number staying on cruise ships doubled to a half million, but this dropped back to around a quarter million in 2012. When the figures for tourists on cruise ships dropped, the number staying on the island rose quickly and over the coming few years, as this sudden increased levelled off, the number of people who stayed on board their ship continued to grow again.

Between 2012 and 2017, there were more and more visitors staying on cruise ships. From just a quarter million, this rose to two million, while the figures for those on the island levelled off at just one and a half million and then dropped slightly in the penultimate year, before finishing at one and a half. This meant that, for the final two years, more tourists stayed on cruise ships than on the island.

Notes on the Answer

In the introduction, I said “an unnamed Caribbean island.” It can sometimes be difficult to introduce something whose name you don’t know, and this is a really convenient way to do it. I strongly recommend you say “an unnamed ___” when this situation arises.

I have also used very few numbers in this essay. Instead of writing 250,000 or 2,000,000, I have said things like “a quarter million” and “two million.” This is much easier. [You can read more about IELTS and numbers here .]

Here is another travel and tourism essay question:

In future, more people will choose to go on holidays in their own country and not travel abroad on holiday.

Do you agree or disagree?

Sample Band 9 Answer

In recent years, people have coined the word “staycation” to describe the phenomenon of taking a holiday closer to home. This essay will argue that such holidays will become more common in the future.

First of all, it may seem as though international travel will become increasingly common, but in fact it is quite clear that it is an unsustainable trend. The carbon cost of flying to another country is enormous, and so many people have begun to ask whether it is ethical to continue doing this. Beyond just the personal level, it is clear that pretty soon governments will have to impose restrictions to limit the number of flights; otherwise, the world will suffer immensely from the burden of so many journeys.

In many parts of the world, people are probably ready to embrace this situation. Humans have had a terrible impact upon the world and many feel that it is time to undo the damage done. This involves some measure of personal sacrifice, which in this case could be forgoing the sort of international trips that used to be quite common. However, this is not all bad. Although foreign countries and exotic locations are exciting, there are treasures almost everywhere. Countries like the UK have poor weather, which is why so many people travel to warmer climates, but the natural beauty of the landscape and the extraordinary historical and cultural sites present myriad options for curious travellers. There will likely be a resurgence of interest in such trips.

In conclusion, it is quite possible that in the future people will realise how much damage humans have done to the world. Many of them may endeavour to make the sort of sacrifices necessary to counteract this ecological destruction, and one small step is embracing local travel.

Notes on the Essay

First of all, you can see that I incorporated the word “staycation” right at the beginning. When you use modern language like this, please don’t just jam it carelessly into your essay. Often, it is very informal, so you can only use it when properly introduced. In this case, I clearly explained its meaning and commented upon it from a sociological perspective.

Here is some more travel and tourism vocabulary from my essay:

unsustainable trend
carbon cost
impose restrictions
international trips
exotic locations
warmer climates
myriad options
ecological destruction

You can see that a lot of my language related to the environment, and of course that is often tied to the topic of travel and tourism because of the negative impacts these have on our planet.

I hope that you enjoyed my IELTS essays on travel and tourism, as well as the sample speaking answers I provided. Please remember that your own answers should be unique to you . Don’t try to copy others too much. Your vocabulary will depend upon your life experiences and the places you would or wouldn’t like to visit.

About The Author

David S. Wills

David S. Wills is the author of Scientologist! William S. Burroughs and the 'Weird Cult' and the founder/editor of Beatdom literary journal. He lives and works in rural Cambodia and loves to travel. He has worked as an IELTS tutor since 2010, has completed both TEFL and CELTA courses, and has a certificate from Cambridge for Teaching Writing. David has worked in many different countries, and for several years designed a writing course for the University of Worcester. In 2018, he wrote the popular IELTS handbook, Grammar for IELTS Writing and he has since written two other books about IELTS. His other IELTS website is called IELTS Teaching.

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Below is a sample IELTS Essay for the IELTS Essay topic:

Organized tours to remote communities and other countries are increasingly popular. Is it a positive or negative development for local people and the local environment?

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It is true that tours to remote and exotic places on the earth have gained popularity in recent years. While this has several benefits for the local community, I believe that overall the negative consequences are more significant.

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Admittedly, the growth of the tourism industry has brought enormous benefits to local people. More tourists mean greater demand for food, accommodation, and services, all of which create job opportunities and a lleviate unemployment in the area. The development of tourism also has ripple effects on local infrastructure , with more roads and bridges being built to meet tourists’ needs . This can be seen in the case of ABC, a coastal city, and also a tourist destination in [your country].

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The biggest disadvantage of the trend is, however, its adverse effects on the pristine environment and creatures living there. Forests may be cut down to make way for resorts and hotels; marine life might be threatened due to water pollution, and birds have to find other places to inhabit . In some places, waste from the hotel industry is becoming an environmental problem that concerns many people, not just environmentalists. Another drawback is that increased tourism may break social cohesion in the local community. Many people make a living by providing services for travelers and become rich while many others remain poor and struggle for the next meal. This wealth gap is gradually widening and has detrimental impacts on the bond and the shared values of indigenous individuals.

In conclusion, although the growth of tourism to remote areas and exotic countries is beneficial to some extent, it is more likely to have harmful impacts on local people and the environment.

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It is evidently being seen that the tourism and travel industry has been propped in the wake of infrastructural development. It has inevitably impacted the local geographical condition and the ambience thereof. In my opinion, it has been causing a progressive effect on the environment. In the paragraphs to follow, this essay will talk about the reasons for this.

As the routes and links to the interiors of the far-flung regions have been ameliorated and well-structured, the economic aspect related to it has been in full swing. A mammoth of growth in the terms of the economy has been clearly evinced, with respect to, a major footfall of the travellers all around, catapulting the employment opportunities in the remote regions. It thus has opened the avenues of food shops and stores, hospitality subset, transport arena and so on and so forth. In the deprived wildernesses of umpteen places, for instance, a total revamps and tweaking of the terrain is seen more often than not, thereby needing the human resource for it and eradicating destitution owing to a paucity of wages due to lack of or no work.

Additionally, the disordered and mismanaged natural resources have been able to be utilized and exacted the benefit out of, in the most optimal way, which was not the case prior to the advancing strides made in the travel domain. From the community point of view as well, which were hardly known and cognized to have existed, let alone their acknowledgement, have been brought to the mainstream attention and hence have added to the cultural opulence of the society, as a whole.

Though the side effects of this proliferation in the purview of environmental degradation have been seen as well, with proper protocols and precautionary standards, it could be significantly palliated. However, this couldn’t asphyxiate the growth in the mileage of the journey of progression.

Conclusively, it could be said that the strides of tourism to the remote communities and areas have helped the demography and geography of the people therein and hence, a fairly positive development.

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The community tourism is increasingly favoured by most people as the principal tourist attraction in the view of many such organized trips are offered to them. Regarding the tour, the remote community travel has both positive and negative consequences on the local people within their vicinity. Concerning the dilemma, I would be more inclined to support the opportunistic side of local community tourism.

Firstly, the striking point is promotion of remote community travel enables local people to preserve their exotic and pristine environment. Recently, there is surged popularity in organising eco-tourism trip is due to people tend to have short escape from reality. In fact, majority of the citizens are weary about the daily hectic and bustling urban lifestyles. A short getaway trip to remote area in turn will enable them to unwind themselves via viewing the authentic greenery scene. Moreover, as the gradual diminishment of natural habitat progresses, the eco-site attraction brings invaluable experience to the tourists. Thus, the city dwellers can witness the original habitat of flora and fauna which unlock their unprecedented and unique experience with the nature.

The second advantage is the enabler for the room of potential to stimulate local economy. The vast number of community travel provides multitude of incentives to urban dwellers to generate substantial earnings by selling local products such as home-grown nourishments and souvenirs. Apart from selling their products, the commercialisation of the local site visit provides them gargantuan amount of revenues through the admission tickets are being sold. Therefore, the overall earning capacity of the local residents rise dramatically and benefit the community development as a whole. The rise in earnings allow more the local people to contribute to environmental preservation to remain as aesthetic tourist attraction in attracting more travellers.

In a nutshell, strides of community trips have brought lots of benefits to local environment besides preserving environmental climate. Pertaining to effectiveness of remote tourism, the eco-travel industry should be main area of focus on lifting up the local economy.

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Visitors love to visit rarely known places and are enthusiastic about knowing the culture of distinct tribes and countries. I believe this is a positive development.

First and foremost, tourists will encourage local people to preserve their culture. In other words, it is inevitable that cultures and old customs are fading away and foreigners’ visits may work as a motivation for locals to hold their customs tightly. Secondly, natives may be proud of the customs, which previously were a source of embarrassment, because when visitors show excitement about that country’s culture, natives may start to follow their cultures again, which once diminishes in the name of modern living. For example, several communities have special dresses, which are becoming a thing of the past, but tourists might keep them alive. Therefore tours to remote communities will do good but harm.

When people from different countries travel through various countries, they will spread rare and beautiful anecdotes and cultures around the world. Furthermore, tourism also provides financial aid and creates employment. For instance, many poor countries that do not have many resources but beautiful places and rich cultures, depend on tourism economically. Meanwhile, this is indirectly beneficial for the environment also. As in order to preserve mesmerizing natural sites, governments try to minimise carbon footprint. Take Bhutan, for instance, which has a law that 60% of the land will be allocated for the forest,which makes this country carbon negative.

To conclude, I think trips to remote culturally rich areas bring several benefits and create an ambience of respecting each other’s customs and rituals.

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Posted on Oct 17, 2021

Offbeat destinations are becoming quite popular these days. People are craving to unravel these so called untouched and remote places and hence the tourism industry off late is organising tours to such destinations.

Such a development has its pluses and minuses. In this essay, I shall dwell upon the positive aspects of the tourism industry which is seeking and reaching out to such remote countries and their communities and shall also discuss some of its demerits.

Firstly speaking of the benefits such far off places where not on the tourist map earlier. However recent shift in interests of people to venture to such remote locations and interact with the local communities has given the industry and also these communities the much need fillip. With more and more people visiting these nations, more source of income in the form of home stays have opened up. Employment of the local youth as guides has also given them adequate job opportunities. Overall, there has been considerable influx of money to these otherwise neglected countries.

However on the other hand if we see, such developments have also brought in a lot of vices. More tourists mean more pollution and thus posing greater danger to the fragile biodiversity. Another aspect is the conversion of farmlands to hotels to cater for the huge number of tourists visiting these countries. The local communities are also clearing forest lands to give way to development of infrastructure for the tourists.

Thus to conclude, I would say that the development of tourism industry in remote countries and reaching out to such remote communities is surely a welcome step but it must be done with a sense of responsibilty without hampering the environment or posing a threat to the development of the local people.

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Here you can find common IELTS essay questions for "Travel and Tourism" topic.

A lot of places in the world rely on tourism as a main source of income. Unfortunately, tourism can also be a source of problems if it is not managed correctly.

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world. Do you think that benefits of tourism outweight its drawbacks?

The best way to travel is travel in a group led by a tour guide.

To what extent do you agree or disagree with this statement?

Some people claim that immigrants should adopt the local culture when immigrating to a new country. While others think that they can establish a minority community instead.

Discuss both views and give your opinion.

Tourism has negative environmental impacts on tourist areas.

What are these impacts? How can damaging impacts be lessened?

Ecotourism is now defined as responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment.

What are the advantages of ecotourism?

How can we make ecotourism more popular?

Sample writing travel and transport topics for task 2

Travel and transport is a topic you will have to discuss and write about in your IELTS writing exam.

Although it is not overly complicated, this topic can be a little confusing while under pressure.

That’s why we created a list of exercises to help you prepare yourself for this part of the exam.

Go down the list of exercises and answer the questions like you would in the actual exam.

Travel and transport practice topics

1. In many countries people tend to move overseas or move to a different part of their country after their retirement. Discuss why they do so and what the outcome of this situation is. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

2. Some people prefer to use energy-saving modes of transportation like hybrid cars and bicycles. Others prefer the usual mode of transportation like buses and trains because it is fast and efficient. Which mode of transportation do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and details to support your answer.

3. Low-price airlines lack most of the conveniences of normal air plane flights. However, the prices of the tickets are usually lower. Discuss negative and positive aspects of having lower rates of air plane tickets for travellers. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your response.

4. Is it good for families if parents need to travel a lot in their job or if they need to move to other cities? Is moving to a new location positive for children? Discuss your opinion and support it with specific reasons and examples.

5. Better driver education for better driving habits is more effective than heavier punishments for driving offences. To what extent do you agree or disagree? Use specific reasons and examples to support your position.

6. Some people like to travel outside of their countries. Others would rather travel to the tourist spots in their own country first before travelling abroad. Which do you prefer to do and why? Include specific details and examples to support your choice.

7. Although more and more people use public transport, some city streets are still overcrowded with traffic. How can this problem be solved? Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

8. People are more mobile nowadays. They seldom live in one city all of their lives. Why do you think this is happening? What are the consequences of this trend? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

9. In some countries the government promotes public transport as the primary means of transportation, and discourages private vehicle ownership. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this situation. Provide specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

10. Compared to the past, people can now work in places that are far from their homes because of modern means of transportation. How has this affected the lives of workers? Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of having modern transportation. Support your answer with specific reasons and examples.

11. Recent surveys show increased interest in relocation and travel to other countries. What may be the reasons for this trend, and what will be the possible outcome from this behaviour? Provide examples for your opinion.

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IELTS Model Essay: Travel

This IELTS model essay is on the topic of travel . It’s a 2-part, or IELTS direct question essay from the General Training Test. It is taken from Cambridge IELTS 8 .

Today more people are travelling than ever before. Why is this the case? What are the benefits of travelling for the traveller?

(Cambridge IELTS 8 General Training Test A)

Over the last couple of decades, a growing number of people have started to travel, something that is unprecedented in human history. This essay will look at the reasons for this, along with its benefits for travellers themselves.

One of the major reasons for this is the lower cost of air travel. The emergence of no-frills airlines such as WizzAir and AirAsia have made it much cheaper for people to take short-haul flights, enabling many people to travel who previously wouldn’t have been able to afford it. Even the cost of long-haul flights has come down due to increased competition amongst airlines.

Not only have flights become cheaper, but the market for these flights has become wider. A few decades ago, travellers were mostly from Europe and North America, but demand for travel has since increased in new markets such as East Asia and the Middle East and it’s not uncommon to find large numbers of Chinese tourists in European travel destinations.

This trend undoubtedly has many benefits for the travellers themselves. First of all, people get exposed to new experiences, such as different kinds of food and different attitudes to life. For example, people who travel to Thailand come across a much slower and gentler way of life than they would find at home.

Travel also helps people forget the stresses and strains of everyday life. Lying on a beach reading a book while listening to the sounds of ocean waves lapping up against the sand is a great way to relax and refresh oneself.

To conclude, cheaper and wider access to air travel has helped to fuel the increase in travel, something which brings benefits such as exposure to a different way of life and the chance to relax.

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In recent years tourists have paid attention to preserving both the culture and environment of the places they visit. However, some people think that it is impossible to be a responsible tourist. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience. You should write at least 250 words.

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It is argued that there is no chance for tourists to take responsibility in protecting the environment and culture of host countries. However, I disagree with this view and believe that this is a worthy aim that can be achieved by various ways.

Firstly, if everyone was equipped with the knowledge of cultural diversity and the vital importance of the environment, they would be more aware of their behavior. For example, children should be educated to avoid throwing rubbish into surroundings or touching fragile historical objects in museums when they travel abroad. Besides that, western holiday-makers who flock to tourist destinations in Asian countries should wear suitable clothes because they are insensitive to local youngsters there. This could prevent children from copying negative attitudes such as rowdiness and outbound tourists may set a good example of good manners. ieltsxpress.com

Secondly, it is possible to promote cultural differences through both local and international media in order to reduce the risk of having unintentionally offensive actions to indigenous practices. The clearest example of this is that cow which is an edible animal in most countries is a sacred animal and is worshiped in festivals in India. Without such knowledge, tourists may bring with them cow meat and this could leave a bad impression on locals. ie lt s xpress

Finally, local authorities could enact and enforce strict rules on protecting the environment and core traditional value, which could act as a deterrent. In Singapore, for example, throwing away garbage, even a small thing like chewing gum could be fined severely and this rule is widely-known in many nations. As a result, every tourist coming to this country abides by rules and makes efforts to preserve historical sites as well as natural scenery.

In conclusion, I would contend that sustainable tourism development could be achieved through education, media, and laws, and tourists could definitely become culpable for the environmental and cultural problems.

In recent years tourists have paid attention IELTS Essay – Sample Answer 2

Tourism is a unique human activity, experienced by millions of people worldwide every year. As people differ in their attitude towards almost everything in life, the same applies also to tourism; where some treat tourism globally as the focus of their act without scrutinising the other related activities pertaining to it. Hence, the term ‘responsible tourism” emerged; in order to pay a sufficient attention of the tourist to the local cultural values of the destination country, and – more globally – to the environment. From my point of view, tourism must be labelled as a “responsible activity”; even if it is mandatory to issue as many local and international legislations to make it so.

While making tourism, should the tourist carry his culture with him to the foreign country? Obviously, the answer is “No”. If the tourist insists on doing this, he will sure subject himself to great dangers especially in communities with intolerant local citizens. One of the best examples of this is the “Thump Up” sign which is greatly practised in many countries; where this sign is USA means “OK or very good”; while it is considered as very crude and impolite in Greece (which is a famous touristic destination). Thus, it is crucial to teach the tourists a list of common practices that they must refrain from doing, explaining the reasons behind this. ieltsxpress

When it comes to the environment, it is indeed very unfortunate to find that the touristic areas are those with the greatest pollution and litter output! A few years ago, it was really surprising that an international campaign of volunteers aimed to clean the Himalayas from the trash left by the climbers.

In conclusion, tourism should be dealt with in the same way as freedom; that it must be “responsible”, respecting both the local cultural and environmental values of each society.

IELTS Writing Task 2 – Tourism

All around the world, tourism is losing its glitter, due to the lack of responsibility by the government, tourists and local people. Some people consider taking responsibility in tourism by each individual is essential for the better environment, preserving cultures and improving the economy, whereas others think, this cannot be achieved in reality. In my opinion, tourism responsibility is required for better future of the world and this can be achieved with proper implementation.

People travel to different places but never show any attention or responsibility towards its improvement. To make this world a better place to live in, one should take it as one’s responsibility. First of all, the government should take a step, releasing more funds towards tourism and for providing much security. For instance, we find filthy guest houses, restrooms and no cleaning of surrounding places. People travel to enjoy the beauty of nature, but if they find this kind of dirty places, their enjoyment which lead to a bad memory. Even, local people and tourists who travel should obey the guidelines and policy of tourism for a better world.

However, there are some people who think when it comes to implementation of this; it is like a day dream which cannot come into reality. It is difficult for poor and developing countries to utilise more funds towards tourism. On the other hand, it is difficult to provide security and neatness at tourist spots unless every tourist shows attention as his responsibility. For instance, if there are sign boards which shows ‘please use right direction, danger at left direction’, they use only left and if there are any dustbins with ‘please use me’ , they do not use them at all. Thus it is very difficult to make it into reality.

In conclusion, better tourism can be achieved only if every individual takes the responsibility towards tourism. One should think, how much one is contributing, instead of just arguing and blaming the government. But the government should take the first step in achieving this. With this, not only it increases blissfulness of tourists but also increases economy of the country.

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Question- Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world .

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In a time when globalization is sweeping the entire ecosystem, tourism has a crucial responsibility for developing global economies and nations. Nowadays, tourism is what makes widespread economic contributions to all countries, although there are a few negatives as well. This essay talks about the advantages and disadvantages of tourism before concluding with a final opinion.

The biggest benefits of tourism are quite obvious, i.e., boosting the national GDP and economy and creating more employment for local citizens and communities. Tourists use diverse solutions while traveling, including booking hotels, flights, transportation, and guides. They also require food, shopping, and leisure while indulging in a wide gamut of other activities. This leads to extra income for thousands, which contributes handsomely to the country's economy. Tourism increases the GDP significantly and helps create more employment opportunities. People are always needed as tour guides, operators, booking agents, hotel and restaurant staff, transportation personnel, etc. Tourism thus has huge benefits to bring to the table for any country and its local population.

Yet, there are some negatives of tourism as well. This includes the rampant damage of several well-known destinations and increased crime or illegal activities. The huge number of tourists thronging popular cultural and historical landmarks and monuments and other centers of pilgrimage lead to major structural and environmental damage. Along with this aspect, national resources are often overused and overexploited for handling this rush of tourists. At the same time, tourists bring their jewelry, money, and other expensive items, becoming targets for anti-social criminals and thieves, leading to a growth in illegal activities and crime. Hence, tourism has some disadvantages as well. However, the Government can take proactive steps to eliminate the same by providing more security and policing while maintaining popular monuments, tourist spots, and natural resources alike.

To conclude, it can be said that while tourism does have specific disadvantages, it has a positive impact on livelihood, national economies, and overall employment. It also fosters cultural exchange, information gathering, and educational growth. Hence, while Governments may fix the negatives with proactive measures, the positives far outweigh them, in my opinion. (370 words)

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Tourism has witnessed rapid development over several decades, becoming a major industry worldwide. The global tourism sector is responsible for generating a major percentage of economic wealth for several countries. Most developing economies are also hugely dependent upon tourism for earning national income and the smooth operation of several business sectors and industries, along with maintaining their levels of employment generation. Yet, like every other sector and institution, tourism will always have some advantages and disadvantages. Hence, in this article, we will discuss the pros and cons of tourism in detail to have a balanced insight.

The growth and development of global tourism naturally bring myriad benefits to entire cities, countries, and communities alike. Tourism is one of the biggest foreign exchange sources and boosts the monetary positions of countries by adding to their economy and GPD alike. Whenever tourists visit any other country, they usually use various services and products that enable industries such as hotels and hospitality, airlines, transportation, leisure, food and beverages, souvenirs, apparel, and more. Other benefits of tourism include better relationships and political equations amongst nations, easier travel regulations, and inter-cultural and socio-economic exchange, which fosters better understanding, knowledge, and education overall. Heritage is also promoted and understood by every country at a global level.

However, there are several disadvantages of tourism as well. Growth in tourism means a higher chance of illegal activities and crime, especially theft, since tourists bring valuables in their wake. Secondly, foreign tourists often damage and vandalize places of national interest and importance. They often litter areas while damaging natural resources and beautiful spots simultaneously. They are often ignorant about social and legal conventions in foreign countries and end up violating the same in some situations. Tourism also opens up avenues for illegal migration and trading illegal items at times. However, despite all these disadvantages, I firmly believe that the advantages surpass them in every sense of the term. (339 words)

In conclusion, tourism undeniably plays a critical role in the global economy and cultural exchange, offering substantial benefits such as economic growth, cultural preservation, and international understanding. However, it also poses challenges including environmental impact, cultural commodification, and economic dependence. Balancing these advantages and disadvantages requires sustainable and responsible tourism practices that respect local cultures, protect natural environments, and promote equitable economic benefits. As the world continues to become increasingly interconnected, understanding and addressing the complexities of tourism is essential for preserving its positive impacts while mitigating its negative effects. This nuanced approach to tourism, embracing both its benefits and challenges, is key to ensuring that it remains a positive force in our global society. Read More About IELTS:

What are the benefits and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world?

Tourism has many advantages in the contemporary world. It promotes global connections and cultural exchange while leading to more information dissemination and helps people experience and understand new things. It helps in new business opportunities, generates direct and indirect employment, adds to the GDP of the country and earnings of the region and its local people, promotes entrepreneurship and also works to promote the country globally.

The disadvantages include pollution, littering, waste and a strain on the natural resources and infrastructure of the country. Tourism often leads to severe income dependency and may cause fluctuations in the future as a result. It often leads to crime going up in a country owing to the influx of different people. It may cause chaos and congestion as well. Sometimes, over-tourism makes it difficult to preserve and maintain natural and cultural heritage as well.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of tourism IELTS essay?

You will have to answer the question given in the essay which goes as follows- Describe the advantages and disadvantages of tourism in the modern world . You will have to first provide an introduction talking about the question and your own opinion regarding the same. Then talk about the benefits of tourism in a paragraph, following it up with another paragraph on the negative aspects of tourism. You can then sign off with a conclusion.

What advantages can tourism bring to cities ielts?

You have to write about the distinct tourism advantages for cities. These include the fact that tourism infuses an economic boost for any city along with a steady flow of income and revenues for the Government. It adds to the city’s local economy, creates more jobs and entrepreneurship and also enables inter-cultural exchange and idea/information exchange. It helps a city showcase itself to the world, which brings more business and cultural collaborations in the future.

Why tourism is important for a country IELTS?

Tourism and travel have a huge contribution on the fortunes of any country. This is through not only higher employment and more revenues for the country (that it can spend on infrastructure development) but also through more entrepreneurship, global recognition of a country’s treasures, attractions and achievements and most importantly, the facilitation of cultural and social exchange amongst people of different nations. Travel and tourism plays a vital role in establishing a country’s role in the community of nations.

What are the structures for advantages and disadvantages of tourism essay?

You have to first talk about the given question in your introductory paragraph. You can then state your own opinion in brief about the advantages and disadvantages of tourism. You can then start off with a paragraph detailing the benefits offered by tourism and then talk about the disadvantages of tourism in your essay as well. Thereafter, once these two paragraphs are done, you can write a conclusion, spelling out the topic, your opinion and what you think should be the way forward. This is the basic structure that you can follow in this regard.

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Travel and Tourism Vocabulary for IELTS

This travel and tourism vocabulary for IELTS will help you with any speaking questions that may come up around this topic or essays related to it.

You may know some of the words, but you can see examples of them in context which will help you know how to use them correctly.

Accommodation

A place to stay overnight or for a period of time.

"We booked a comfortable accommodation near the beach for our summer vacation."
"The hotel offers a range of accommodations, from standard rooms to luxurious suites."

An exciting or daring experience, often associated with outdoor activities.

"He decided to go bungee jumping as he wanted to experience an adrenaline-pumping adventure."
"We embarked on an exciting adventure by taking a safari tour in the African savannah."

Attractions

Places or things that are interesting or captivating to visit.

"The city is famous for its numerous attractions, such as museums, parks, and historic landmarks."
"We visited all the popular tourist attractions in London, including the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace."

Backpacking

A style of travel involving carrying all necessary belongings in a backpack and staying in budget accommodations.

"She went backpacking through Southeast Asia, staying in hostels and meeting fellow travelers along the way."
"Backpacking allows you to explore different destinations on a tight budget."

A trip or vacation on a ship, usually involving stops at different ports.

"My parents are going on a Mediterranean cruise, visiting several countries in the region."
"We enjoyed a luxurious cruise around the Caribbean, stopping at beautiful tropical islands."

The style of cooking or particular dishes associated with a specific region or culture.

"I can't wait to try the local cuisine, especially the traditional street food."
"The restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine, offering a variety of pasta and pizza dishes."

The customs, traditions, arts, and social institutions of a particular group of people.

"Immersing yourself in the local culture is an important aspect of traveling."
"We attended a traditional dance performance to experience the local culture."

The money used in a particular country.

"You should exchange your currency to the local currency before traveling to avoid any inconvenience."
"The hotel accepts various currencies, including US dollars and Euros."

Destination

A place where people travel to or visit.

"Paris is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful architecture and rich history."
"I am planning my next vacation and cannot decide on a destination yet."

The presence of a wide range of human differences within a group, organisation, or society, encompassing aspects such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, religion, ability, and more.

"One of the most enriching aspects of traveling abroad is experiencing the diversity of cultures firsthand, from sampling traditional foods to participating in local customs and rituals."
"In bustling cities like London and New York, the diversity of people you encounter while exploring the streets highlights the global interconnectedness of travel, offering a mosaic of languages, traditions, and perspectives."

Responsible travel to natural areas while minimizing the negative impact on the environment and supporting local communities.

"We participated in an ecotourism program, where we learned about sustainable agriculture practices in the rainforest."
"Ecotourism has become increasingly popular as travelers seek authentic experiences with minimal environmental impact."

A journey undertaken for a specific purpose, often involving exploration or research.

"The scientific expedition aims to study the wildlife in the remote rainforest."
"We joined an expedition to climb the highest peak in the region."

A person who leads or shows the way, providing information and assistance to travelers.

"The tour guide explained the history and significance of the ancient ruins."
"We hired a local guide to navigate through the bustling markets."

A book providing information on a specific place, including recommendations for sightseeing and accommodations.

"I bought a guidebook for New York City to help plan my itinerary and find the best restaurants in the area."
"The guidebook contains maps and useful tips for travelers."

A vacation taken by newlyweds immediately following their wedding.

"They went on a romantic honeymoon to the Maldives, enjoying private beach villas and romantic candlelit dinners."
"The couple decided to postpone their honeymoon due to work commitments and planned to take it later in the year."

Hospitality

The friendly and welcoming treatment of guests or strangers.

"The locals showed us great hospitality, ensuring we had a comfortable stay in their town."
"The hotel staff provided excellent hospitality, going above and beyond to meet our needs."

An inexpensive lodging option, offering shared rooms and facilities, often used by budget travelers.

"We stayed at a hostel in Amsterdam, meeting other young travelers from different parts of the world."
"The hostel provides free breakfast and Wi-Fi for its guests."

A plan or schedule of a trip, including the places to visit and the activities to be done.

"I have prepared a detailed itinerary for our trip to Thailand, including all the tourist attractions we want to see."
"Make sure to check your itinerary to see if there are any changes to the departure time."

A temporary sleep disorder caused by traveling across different time zones.

"After flying from New York to Tokyo, I experienced severe jet lag and had trouble adjusting to the new time zone."
"To prevent jet lag, it is advisable to stay hydrated and try to sleep on the plane."

A notable or recognizable feature of a landscape or place.

"The Eiffel Tower is one of the most iconic landmarks in Paris."
"We took a selfie in front of the famous landmark."

Relating to or characteristic of a particular place or its inhabitants.

"We enjoyed trying the local cuisine and interacting with the friendly locals."
"The local tour guide showed us around and shared interesting stories about the area."

The physical world and its natural features, including plants, animals, and landscapes.

"The national park is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, with stunning waterfalls and lush forests."
"We went hiking to experience the wonders of nature."

Off the beaten path

The activity of visiting interesting or famous places.

"We spent the whole day sightseeing in Rome, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum and the Vatican."
"The city offers various sightseeing tours, allowing visitors to explore the best attractions."

A place designed for relaxation and recreation, offering leisure amenities and often located in attractive surroundings.

"The beachfront resort provides luxurious accommodation, spa facilities, and a private beach."
"We booked a family-friendly resort that has a kids' club and swimming pools."

Sightseeing

Referring to places or routes that are not frequently traveled by tourists, often offering unique and authentic experiences.

"During our trip to Italy, we decided to venture off the beaten path and explore the charming villages nestled in the countryside".
"Instead of sticking to the crowded tourist hotspots in Thailand, we opted for an off the beaten path adventure, trekking through remote jungles and discovering hidden waterfalls that few travelers have ever seen".

A memento or keepsake often purchased as a reminder of a trip or experience.

"I bought a beautiful handmade necklace as a souvenir from my trip to Bali."
"The souvenir shop offers a wide range of products, including keychains, magnets, and t-shirts."

Stereotyping

The process of making assumptions or generalisations about a group of people based on characteristics such as race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, or other factors, often oversimplifying or exaggerating traits and ignoring individual differences.

"Despite its reputation for being unsafe, John found that his experience traveling in South America shattered the stereotyping he had heard, as he encountered warmth and hospitality from the locals in every city he visited."
"While planning her trip to Asia, Sarah was warned by friends to be cautious of pickpockets and scams, but upon arrival, she discovered that such stereotyping didn't accurately reflect the diverse and welcoming cultures she encountered throughout her journey."

A guided journey or trip, often with a planned itinerary and organized by a travel company.

"We are going on a guided city tour to explore the main attractions."
"The tour includes transportation, accommodation, and meals."

A person who is traveling or visiting a place for pleasure or leisure.

"The city attracts millions of tourists each year due to its historical significance and cultural diversity."
"The tourist asked a local for directions to the nearest museum."

A person who is traveling, particularly for leisure or business.

"As an avid traveler, she has visited over 30 countries around the world."
"The fellow traveler recommended a hidden gem restaurant in the city."

An endorsement on a passport granting permission to enter, leave, or stay in a country for a specified period.

"I need to apply for a visa before I can travel to China."
"Her visa expired, so she had to leave the country and reapply for a new one."

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Questions about travel and tourist destinations are extremely common on the IELTS examination. This page contains essential words and phrases that will help you answer questions on the topic of IELTS travel vocabulary. There are exercises for you to IELTS practice with real questions.

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Travel Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, and Collocations Activity

1. Travel Vocabulary

Attraction – A place that entices visitors because it is interesting
Backpacking – To travel, often to more than one destination, with your belongings in a backpack
Camping – A holiday spent in a tent or camper van
Cruise – A sea-based trip taking a pre-planned route that involves visiting several ports
Excursion – A short trip usually taken whilst on holiday
Flights – Journeys that are taken through the air on an aeroplane or helicopter
Footfall – The number of people who enter an area/shop
Frugal – To be economical and sparing with money
Heritage – Objects and characteristics that are valued because of their cultural or historical significance
Holiday/Vacation – An extended period of recreation/leisure spent away from home
Homeland – The country you were born/brought up in
Hostel – Similar to a hotel but cheaper and often caters for young people, travellers, and students rather than the typical tourist
Hotel – An establishment that provides rooms and food to paying guests
Itinerary – A detailed plan of a route or journey. It usually includes times, dates, prices etc…
Luggage – The collective name for the suitcases/bags that you take on a trip
Luxurious – Of high quality
Safari – A type of holiday/trip to observe or hunt animals. Most common in Africa.
Seasonal – Only occurring at certain times of the year
Scenery – The natural features of a landscape
Sightseeing – The act of visiting different attractions or sights
Souvenir – Something you keep as a reminder of a place
Storey/Floor – A part of a building with all the rooms are on one level
Suitcase – A case with a handle used for carrying clothes or possessions on a trip
To travel by… / OR – on a plane/bus/boat/train/bike/the metro – To move from one place to another in a car/taxi
Traditional/Quaint – Old-fashioned and attractive
Travel agent/agency – The person who helps reserve you a holiday/The place where you reserve the holiday
Travel arrangements – The plans/preparations that go into making a trip/journey

2. General Travel Vocabulary Activity

3. travel idioms, phrasal verbs, and collocations.

There are many collocations, idioms and phrasal verbs used to discuss travel and destinations. Using them correctly will make your answers sound completer and more natural. Here are some common words and phrases that you can use in the IELTS examination, followed by exercises for you to practice using the words in context.

Affordable destinations – Places that are within a person’s financial means. Not expensive/luxury
Affordable travel – Trips that are within a person’s financial means
All-inclusive – A trip where all food, drink, and accommodation are provided
Around the world – A large proportion of the world. Many destinations/continents.
Bed and breakfast – A type of accommodation that provides a room and breakfast
Breathtaking view – A view that is extremely beautiful or amazing
Bucket list – The places you want to visit and things you want to do in your lifetime
Get around – To move from place to place
Get away – To go on holiday/vacation/ (n) The holiday/vacation itself
Guided tour – Part of a trip where tourists are taken from place to place and given information by a guide
Head for/towards – To go in a certain direction or the direction of a specific place
Holiday destination – Place where people go on holiday/vacation
Itchy feet/Wanderlust – The desire to travel
Long haul/Short-haul destination – A destination far away from your home/ close to your home
Long haul/Short-haul flight- A flight that takes 6 + hours / A flight that takes -3 hours
Middle of nowhere – A place that is remote and far from civilisation
Off the beaten track – Away from where the tourists normally go
Out of season – The part of the year when it is not very busy
Package holiday – A holiday where the flight and accommodation, and often food, are included
Peak season – The busiest time of the year. For example, school holidays and Christmas
Swarming with tourists – Lots of tourists in a particular place
Tour guide – The person who leads guided tours to visit attractions and sights
Tourist trap – A place that attracts and exploits tourists
Travelling light – To go on a trip with little bags or luggage
When in Rome (do as the Romans do) – When you go to a place you should follow the customs/rules of the local people

4. Travel Idioms, Phrasal Verbs, and Collocations Activity

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To get away : To escape, to go somewhere that is not your home. You can also use the noun “a getaway.” Example: Last week, I had a great chance to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city to visit an ancient village in the countryside.
A thirst for adventure : strong desire for travelling/adventure
Get itchy feet: have a strong desire to travel Example: I’ve always had a thirst for adventure and often get itchy feet so I decided to set out to a journey from the North to the South of Australia next month.
To find a gem: When you find a place where only locals go and other tourists don’t visit. Example: Try to find a local guide when you visit a foreign country to successfully find a gem during your trip.
Arduous journey: difficult & tiring journey
Break the journey: stop for a short time during journey Example: I had a arduous journey to the South of Vietnam last year. I thought I would break the journey somewhere but I finally did it all in one go.
Adventurous explorer: a traveler who is willing to do or try new and daring things
Have a stopover: Have a brief overnight stay in a place when on a long journey to somewhere else, usually by air Example: I had a stopover in China on the way to Thailand, had a bit of a rest, and did the sights there before travelling on.
Low-cost airline: discount or budget airline
Put somebody on standby: make me wait to see if a seat become available Example: Last week I got a flight on a low-cost airline to Paris. I then tried to get a flight to the UK but they were all full, so they put me on standby.
To take a red eye: To take a late night airline flight Example: I had to take a red eye and now I’m exhausted.
Intrepid explorer: brave, with no fear of dangerous situations Example: In the course of a long and proud career, an intrepid explorer turned herself into a perfect lady.
Off the beaten track: An unusual route or destination Example: My best friend is a intrepid traveler who has a real sense of adventure. He always love to set out on a journey off the beaten track
Unexplored wilderness: not looked into or investigated; something that you have not done or experienced before Example: I’m thirsty for a journey into unexplored wilderness and getting right off the beaten track.
To take the road less traveled: To do things differently and to think outside of the box. Example: Adventurous travelers like to take the road less traveled when visiting a new country.
A real sense of adventure: the urge to explore beyond your daily surroundings and open yourself up to the adventure
To have wanderlust: To want to move around and see a lot of things around the world. To not want to stay in one place. Example: I had a incurable case of wanderlust.
The first leg of the journey: the first segment of a journey; the first flight of a multi-flight trip. Example: The first leg of the journey got me to the UK but it just gave me very little indication of what lay ahead.
Off the beaten track (path): in a place where few people go; unusual route/destination Example: Most young travelers make the effort to get off the tourist trail and look for off the beaten path destinations to experience the raw beauty of the country.

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IELTS Speaking Part 1: General questions with example answers set 3; weather, travel , tourism

This is the third set of general questions of IELTS Speaking Part 1 with some great example answers. If you wish to earn your desired band score in the speaking module, you need to start with a great impression on the examiner’s mind and part 1 is the best place to do it. This is possible by practicing the general questions over and over again. Here are some topic-based questions with model answers for Speaking part 1, which, I think, will assist you a lot in your IELTS Speaking preparation. You can always add to or change the answer according to your situation.

(Here, the answers may vary from person to person.)

What’s the weather like in your country?
Example answer: The weather in my country is quite pleasant. We have a temperate climate, so it’s never boiling hot in the summer or freezing cold in the winter.
Does the weather affect your mood?
Example answer: Yes, indeed. When it’s a very hot day or night, I feel extremely tired and I have a bad mood. The opposite happens when it’s cold.
How do rainy days make you feel?
Example answer: I really like a rainy day. It always sets my mood in a good way. I enjoy raindrops and the sound it creates. It’s almost like music. But I don’t like heavy rainfall at all.
What’s your favorite season of the year?
Example answer: My favorite season of the year is rainy season/ monsoon season.
What do you like to do when it’s hot?
Example answer: When it’s very hot, I like to go to any big pond or lake nearby with my friends and bathe in the cool water. It’s really refreshing.
What do you usually do in the winter?
Example answer: In the winter I usually go on short vacations to different parts of the country if there is less or no snowfall. Nature decorates itself in a completely new way in this season and different parts of the country look amazing.
How many seasons does your country have?
Example answer: In my country, there are usually 4 seasons, namely summer, rainy season, autumn and winter.
Do you like to travel?
Example answer: Yes, I do. It’s one of my hobbies.
What kind of places have you visited in your life?
Example answer: I’ve visited a number of places in my life. I went to India last year. Before that, I made a trip to Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives. When I was young, I went to the US and Canada with my family.
Which place would you really like to visit? Why?
Example answer: I would really like to visit Some exotic places in Europe and Central Asia. I heard about them so much and recently some of my friends have been there. They have told me about the places. It sounds really interesting.
What’s the best place you’ve ever visited?
Example answer: I must say that the best place I’ve ever visited is Delhi and Agra of India. I’ve seen the Tajmahal and I can confirm that no other building in the world is as beautiful as the Taj. I’ll always remember my visit to India.
What are some places that you would like to travel to in the future?
Example answer: To be honest, I’d like to see the whole world if that would be possible. I really want to visit Italy, Switzerland, New Zealand, South Africa, Hawaii, etc.
Which places in your country would you recommend to a visitor?
Example answer: I would recommend the southern parts of my country due to its wonderful location with lots of lakes and coastal areas. There is a big forest there which attracts many tourists. The seaside also looks exotic and anyone can enjoy lots of activities there.
Do a lot of tourists visit your country?
Example answer: Yes, every year a lot of tourists from different parts of the world visit our country.
What do they usually do there?
Example answer: Most of them usually come here just for relaxation. There are lots of activities they do; such as hiking, boat-rowing, climbing hills, gaming, and so on.
How has tourism changed your country?
Example answer: Yes, over the last decade there has been a tremendous change in the tourism industry in my country. At least 20 five-star hotels have been established both by the government and private companies. New rides have been added and many tourist places have been redecorated.
Is your country expensive for most tourists?
Example answer: No, on the contrary, I believe it is quite cheap compared to many other countries. The food is extremely cheap and easily or readily available. Travel fare is affordable as well.
What are some famous landmarks in your country?
Example answer: Some of the famous landmarks in my country are The Catholic Church of St. Martins, The Kwabili Islands, The Golden Mosque, Hunain Square etc. (Add the names of landmarks from your own country here.)

If you find this post interesting, please make sure to comment. You can always suggest to me any new topic on which I can provide answers.

Here is a list of some other part 1 topics which you can follow:

Health & fitness, swimming, hobbies, photography
Computers, internet, email
Games, sports, music
Work, studies, school, hometown/city
Friends, home, family, food, free time/pastime
Changes in life, extra-curricular activities, social issues

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How can you describe your hometown for an ielts speaking test.

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Question: Describe your hometown. You should say:

Where it is located
What it is known for
What are the main industries in your hometown
What languages are spoken there
What are the advantages and disadvantages of living there
What problems your hometown faces

My hometown is London, the capital city of the UK. It is located in South East England, on the River Thames. It is well known around the world for its amazing history, architecture, music and fashion.

I think what makes my hometown special is the fact that you can meet all kinds of people there as it is a melting pot of hundreds of different communities, cultures and languages. The main language is English, but this is spoken with a wide variety of accents and dialects.

The advantages of living in London are the high employment prospects, the range of things to do, such as cultural and social activities, and the beautiful parks and river.

Some of the main industries in London are tourism, retail, finance, creative industries, education, banking and so on. So the job opportunities are good, and it’s quite easy to travel around London on the Tubes, buses and overground trains.

However, one of the main downsides of London is the cost of living. Rent and travel costs are some of the highest in the world, so any advantage of higher wages is usually cancelled out by higher living costs. If you don’t like crowds, you’d better stay away from the city centre – but I guess that is true of any city.

London also faces environmental problems such as air pollution, caused by heavy traffic, and also flooding, as it is in a river valley and some areas of London are lower than the level of the river. It also faces social problems such as overcrowding and homelessness, and in some areas, social tensions.

London is more cosmopolitan and much larger than any other city in the UK, and compared with Paris, the capital of France, London has a higher population and is also greener in terms of the number of parks and open spaces.

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