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Describe A Foreign Country You Would Like To Visit In The Future: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where this country is located?
  • What attracts you to this country?
  • What you plan to do there?
  • How you think you would feel about visiting this country?
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Cue 1:Where this country is located?

  • Begin by mentioning the name of the country and its geographical location.
  • You can include details like neighboring countries or its position on the world map.

Example

I would love to visit Japan, which is located in East Asia. It is an island nation situated in the Pacific Ocean, bordered by the Sea of Japan to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east. Japan is known for its unique culture and beautiful landscapes.

Cue 2:What attracts you to this country?

  • Discuss specific aspects of the country that fascinate you, such as culture, food, or technology.
  • Mention any personal interests or experiences that make you want to visit.

Example

What attracts me to Japan is its rich history and vibrant culture. I am particularly fascinated by traditional practices like tea ceremonies and the art of calligraphy. Additionally, I am a huge fan of Japanese cuisine, especially sushi and ramen, which I would love to try in their authentic form.

Cue 3:What you plan to do there?

  • Outline the activities or places you want to visit during your trip.
  • Include any specific events or experiences you hope to have.

Example

During my visit, I plan to explore Tokyo, where I want to visit famous landmarks like the Tokyo Tower and the historic Asakusa Temple. I also want to experience the cherry blossom season in Kyoto and participate in a traditional tea ceremony. Additionally, I hope to visit some local markets to taste street food.

Cue 4:How you think you would feel about visiting this country?

  • Express your emotions and expectations regarding the trip.
  • Share how this visit might impact you personally or culturally.

Example

I believe visiting Japan would be an incredible experience that would leave me feeling inspired and enriched. I am excited about immersing myself in a culture so different from my own. I expect to feel a sense of awe while witnessing the blend of ancient traditions and modern technology.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Japan is a country that captivates me with its unique blend of tradition and modernity. I look forward to experiencing its culture, cuisine, and beautiful landscapes, and I believe this trip would be a memorable adventure that would broaden my horizons.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer less engaging and informative. Avoid general statements that do not provide specific details about the country you want to visit.

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    Include specific attractions, cultural aspects, or experiences that excite you about the country to make your answer more vivid.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address the provided cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Each cue is designed to help structure your response effectively.

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    Make sure to answer each cue clearly, providing relevant information about the location, attractions, plans, and feelings regarding the visit.

    Overly Simple Sentences

    Using overly simple sentences can make your speech sound less fluent and engaging. It may not showcase your language skills effectively.

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    Try to use a variety of sentence structures and connect your ideas with linking words to create a more dynamic response.

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    Well, I am very fond of traveling and I travel a lot and I love to explore different places and cultures. Here I would like to talk about a country where I would like to visit in the future. It is none other than the beautiful city, beautiful nation Canada. I know about this country a lot because my friends and cousins and relatives live there. It is a multicultural country and people from all over the world live there. It is situated in North America and it shares a border with America. The weather of Canada is too cold and it is common to see snow there. Canada is recognized for its world-class education system. It is a dream country for every student to get admission in the Canadian universities and to study there. In Canada, universities and colleges not only focus on the theoretical knowledge, but they also consider the practical part as important. As I heard from my friends, international people can do a part-time job. They are well-pursuing their studies. This will not only help students financially, but also assist them to gain real-time experience. In addition, the rules and regulations in these countries are bad.

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    A country I would like to visit? A country I would like to visit in future is Nepal and one thing that excites me about this country is the vast landscapes of Himalayas and the heights we can reach. Moreover, the one thing I am planning to do going forward in the future in this country is to actually do a one week long trek which I think is very exciting for me and furthermore it adds a lot of confidence to me as a person when I try to achieve or go further in my life. It's also because that... The food. What do you plan to do there? Have nice food, do a one week long trek which helps me build confidence for sure. A country I would like to visit in future is Nepal and this country is located between India and China which is actually a great location in the world I would feel because of one main reason that's called Himalayas. And I also want to go there because what attracts me the most is the food, the Himalayas and just the vast range of Himalayas and the heights we can reach. I am planning on going to this country in the future because of one main reason that is to do a one week long trek. This one week long trek will help me build confidence and I am pretty sure about it because I want to do this trip as a solo trip for myself and considering that I have had a few solo trips in my life before. A trip like this with a one week long trek and a solo trip combined I think will add a lot of confidence to me as a person and helps me pursue or achieve the things I want to do in my life in the future. And how would I feel about visiting this country? The answer to that question is I think it would completely lift me up as a person in terms of my confidence, in terms of my self esteem. And that is something that I am very much looking forward to because one other similar case like this for me was my trip to Shimla, Delhi in 2021 as a college student on a budget which really helped me a lot.

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    A foreign country I would absolutely love to travel to in the future, where is Germany? It is well known for its engineering excellence and its blunt yet helpful people. It is also infamous for its breathtaking views, vibrant culture as well as the strict work-life balance that the citizens of Germany uphold. Germany is an European country with high taxes yet high returns for the same. The people over there receive free healthcare, education and incentives from the government in case of unemployment or homelessness. This results in a lower crime rate and a higher quality of living for the people. And this is exactly what draws me to this country. The country is also well known for being extremely clean. The country has numerous vending machines all over the canopy and all over the streets where people can put down their trash and recycle it, receiving coins and cents and even euros in return for it. I plan to go slicing with a friend if I do get the chance to visit Germany. A country I would love to travel to in the future is Germany. Located in Western Europe, it is known for its engineering excellence and blunt yet helpful people. It is also infamous for its breathtaking views, vibrant culture as well as the strict work-life balance that its citizens uphold. Germany is a European country with high taxes yet high returns for the same. Its citizens receive free healthcare, education and incentives from the government in case of unemployment or homelessness. And this results in a lower crime rate and a higher quality of living for the people. If I ever do receive the opportunity to travel, I believe that I would go sightseeing to the tourist spots with my friends as well as visit the flea markets and thrift stores in search for souvenirs, clothing and trinkets in order to purchase to cherish the memory. I believe that if I do get the opportunity to visit Germany, I would be over the moon and I would hold on to that feeling of ecstasy all the way home.

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    The country that I would like to visit in future is Dubai. I have heard a lot about Dubai and I have seen pictures of Dubai. So I always dream of visiting Dubai. What specially I would like to do is, I would like to visit the best destinations that are there like Burj Khalifa, Miracle Garden, there are various sports activities that I would like to do there. Additionally I would like to include Burj Al Arab, the 7 star hotel which I always admire and I have seen various documentaries of how it was built. It is built in the shape of an arch and that is why I wanted to visit it and it is built in an island. I always dream of going there. I have watched various YouTube videos related to Burj Al Arab and I have also done lot of research about it through which I came to know that there are tourist slots that they provide for tourists to just check the hotel which I would like to book for myself and go there rather than booking an expensive night which is not possible and which is a cut for my pocket. So I would like to visit, take a tour of that hotel for an hour which will allow me to see the hotel from inside. It is said that it has 24 carat golden doors and they have beautiful interiors. So I would really like to visit that and I would like to admire that and I think I will be very happy after visiting that.

    Band 6-7

    A foreign country which I would like to visit in the future would be South Korea. I was first introduced to this country and their culture by my friends through arcade dramas and movies. So when I started watching those dramas, I got really fascinated by their culture, values and the amiable nature of the people. So if I would get an opportunity to visit any of the foreign countries, it would definitely be South Korea. And in addition to that, I want to really try the different kind of cuisines of South Korea, especially Ramyun and Tteokbokki. When I look into it through my screen or through TV shows, it looks really delicious. So I would want to try those dishes too. So my plan if I would visit those countries in my future would be, I would try any of the traditional dishes, I would try on the traditional and heritage clothes maybe.

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    So the foreign country that I would like to visit in the future would definitely be Dubai. I love that country because it has a very beautiful infrastructure. But only some decades, only like 10, 20, 40 years it has faced a crazy amount of development. Like it has so many buildings and so much things to do. Like visit Ferrari World, visit the world's largest roller coaster is there. The world's largest waterfall, waterfall I am saying, I am sorry. The world's largest water ride is there and water park. And that's why this country is very interesting. And if there were any career opportunities for me in the future to take in Dubai, I would definitely apply for them if any are available. So yes, that's why the country is very interesting for me.

    Band 6-7

    Yeah, in future I would like to visit in Paris because it's one of my favorite place. At least once I need to visit there and explore all the places in Paris. It's not only one place, I have a lot of places to visit. Basically I want to visit European countries first. In India also there are a lot of places there I didn't visit and I should visit everywhere. It's a dream. Actually now I am planning to go for abroad study because only for to travel and explore new countries and new culture. That's the main thing I choose to study in abroad. So I can go anywhere I want. I can explore East and East and everything about it. I can meet people, I can get new connections with authors and all stuff. I think it will be memorable. I hope that it will happen and I am still praying for that. Also I want to take my family to take all around the India, all around the world. So it's a dream.
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