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Describe A Place Away From Your Home And You Want To Visit In The Future: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where would you like to go?
  • When would you like to go?
  • Who do you want to go with?
  • Why do you want to visit the place?
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Cue 1:Where would you like to go?

  • Begin by naming the place you want to visit and give a brief description of it.
  • Mention any specific attractions or features that make this place appealing to you.

Example

I would love to visit Kyoto in Japan. It is renowned for its beautiful temples, traditional wooden houses, and stunning gardens. The cherry blossoms in spring are particularly famous, and I have always dreamed of seeing them in person.

Cue 2:When would you like to go?

  • Specify a time frame for your visit, such as a particular season or month.
  • Explain why this time is ideal for your visit.

Example

I would like to go during the spring, ideally in April. This is when the cherry blossoms bloom, creating a breathtaking landscape. I believe experiencing this natural beauty would be unforgettable.

Cue 3:Who do you want to go with?

  • Mention who you would like to accompany you on this trip.
  • Explain why you chose this person or group to travel with.

Example

I would love to go with my best friend, who shares my interest in history and culture. We have always talked about traveling together, and I think exploring Kyoto's rich heritage would be an amazing experience for both of us.

Cue 4:Why do you want to visit the place?

  • Discuss your personal reasons for wanting to visit this location.
  • Include any cultural, historical, or personal significance the place holds for you.

Example

I want to visit Kyoto because I am fascinated by Japanese culture and history. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and I want to immerse myself in its traditions, try authentic Japanese cuisine, and learn more about its art and architecture.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, visiting Kyoto is a dream of mine because of its stunning beauty, rich culture, and the opportunity to share this experience with my best friend. I hope to make this trip a reality in the near future.

    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

    Avoid being too general or vague in your descriptions. Specific details make your answer more engaging and memorable. Without them, your response may seem uninteresting.

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    Tip

    Use specific examples, such as landmarks, activities, or cultural experiences, to paint a vivid picture of the place you want to visit.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. Each cue is designed to help structure your response and provide clarity.

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    Make sure to answer each cue clearly, linking them together to create a cohesive narrative about your desired visit.

    Lack of Personal Connection

    Not sharing personal reasons for wanting to visit can make your answer feel impersonal. Personal connections add depth and interest to your response.

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    Tip

    Explain why the place is meaningful to you, such as personal interests, experiences, or dreams related to the destination.

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    Band 7

    I always wanted to visit Europe. It was my dream from when I graduated from high school. And after getting some information about their way of living, their culture, their eco-friendly cities and less pollution, I always wanted to visit it and live there. Well, I would love to visit it with my family, but I don't know if that's possible. Because I am planning to do masters in Europe, specifically in Italy. Italy is just so much beautiful, and the food is also great there. I will have to struggle because of the language barrier, but I am learning Italian from now.

    Band 7

    I have always been fascinated by exploring different cultures and meeting people from various backgrounds. Among all the countries, Japan is the one I would love to visit the most. I enjoy watching Japanese movies. During my childhood, I read a lot of Japanese manga, which is called graphic novels and watched Japanese cartoons, which is very famous for animation. Even now, I watch anime on YouTube or Netflix, which keeps my interest alive. Japan stands out for its values and discipline. After the 2011 tsunami, there was no looting or violence, which I found very surprising. I later learned that moral values and ethics are taught from a very young age in schools. Japanese students clean their schools in rotation, promoting responsibility and cleanliness. They follow hygienic practices, like using different shoes indoors and outdoors to prevent the spread of germs. Japan refused to sell nuclear technology to India because they no longer use it themselves. This reflects their commitment to their beliefs and principles. Buddhism, which originated in India, is a major religion in Japan, creating a cultural link between the two countries. Although my current knowledge upon Japan comes from animation, manga and news, I would love to visit and experience the culture firsthand. Visiting Japan would give me an opportunity to explore its traditions, lifestyle more deeply. Cities like Tokyo and Osaka show futuristic advancement from bullet trains to robotics, which I would love to experience firsthand. Landscapes like Mount Fuji

    Band 7

    One place I would really love to visit in the future is New Orleans in the United States, especially the Vampire Cafe located here. I am a huge fan of supernatural themed shows and movies, and I came across this place while watching a series called Originals and Vampire Diaries. It has a rich cultural background and mysterious vibes, and is often linked with the vampire legends, i.e. the original vampires. I would also love to visit Mystic Falls, which is actually Covington, Georgia, the shooting location for the Vampire Diaries. There is a restaurant called Mystic Grill, which appeared in the series, and as a big fan, it would be surreal to go there. I found about it from the social media and fan pages. If I ever get to visit, I will probably dress up and take a lot of pictures, try the food and explore the themed places around. I feel the New Orleans is a French quarter which had supernatural witchers and they performed some amazing magic spells. The reason I want to visit is not just because I am a fan, but also because these places reflect a different kind of culture and atmosphere, something mysterious and magical. It would feel like stepping into the world of the show, and I think it would be both fun and nostalgic. It's different from the usual tourist spots, and I feel it will be a really memorable place. Especially, I would want to visit a few corners of the New Orleans, particularly the Vampire Cafe and the French Quarter, which is next to the French Market. And the French Quarter is famous for all the witches, and they have two different witches called as Bennet Witches and so on. The Bennet Witches are my favorite witches, so I am a fan of vampire diaries.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to go to Switzerland in my future visits. The reason why I added Switzerland is because of the sceneries that Switzerland is having during the Christmas time and in addition to that and I would like to include the point of view. I would like to go and visit Switzerland as my, as Switzerland is one of the places in my bucket list since ever. I would like to visit Switzerland during the Christmas time, especially during the winters because Switzerland has always been a famous place during the winters especially because of its snowy mountains, the Christmassy feel, the pretty dressed up Santa Claus and the highly valuable market they are having during the Christmas and the beautifully decorated streets also. And I would like to visit Switzerland with my partner since it would be a romantic place to visit and also it would be, I'll be having a lot more to explore since it's two of us and we could be adventurous at a point of time where I could explore more places, more variety of foods and also it would be really a place to create lot of memories and I would like to visit, the reason behind choosing Switzerland is, basically I am a beach person but when it comes to mountains, Switzerland has been always my favourite because of its snow and I really love to play and be in the snow as it's going to be a different experience from my home town or my country where winter is not a problem.

    Band 6-7

    I would like to go to a place known as Arunachalam, which is located in Thiruvanmalai, Tamil Nadu. A sacred place that is dedicated to the Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is a beautiful place where you can immerse yourself with the spiritual and divine power. I would like to go to that place with my friends or with my family. The temple resembles the five elements that are present in Hindu Puranas. And also a famous, which is well known as Giri Pradakshina, a 14 km walk around the hill. According to Hindu Puranas, there is a belief that one cannot visit Arunachalam unless the God permits it. I love to visit this particular place because you can connect yourself with the God, divine power and spiritual energy in yourself. It is also the destination place for many devotees due to its presence of God Shiva.

    Band 6-7

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    Band 6-7

    I would like to visit Japan in future. It has been always been a dream destination for me because of its unique blend of modern technology and traditional culture. I would love to go in the spring especially around April when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. I have heard that the sight of pink flower is breathtaking and I think it would be a perfect time to experience the beauty of Japan. I would like to go with a close friend who shares my interest in travel and culture. We both love Japanese food and fascinated by Japanese history. So I think it would be it would be fun to explore the country together. The main reason I want to visit Japan is because it's rich cultural heritage. I am really interested in learning more about the temple and tea ceremonies, Japan gardens and I also want to try the authentic Japanese cuisine like sushi and ramen which I think would be much better in Japan than anywhere else. Moreover I have always wanted to see the cherry blossoms in the person in a person as it looks like such a peaceful and a beautiful experience.

    Band 6-7

    A place I always want to visit is Kedarkanda in Uttarakhand. Kedarkanda is a hill station which is always snowy and we can go by trekking only. From October to March the mountain is fully covered with snow and it gives us a beautiful view. If you want to go up to the highest point of the peak you have to start walking from morning 3 am. And it's a 3 hour journey. You can go only by walking. After 3 hour walking you will reach at the peak of the mountain. And the view is stunning from the top of the mountain. You can get the sunrise at the early point and you will get it at 6 o'clock. And the view is amazing. You guys never get that view from anywhere else. And I always prefer to go with my friends because my friends are also passionate about trekking and hiking.

    Band 6-7

    The place away from my home that I wanted to visit is no other than in my bucket list place, Agra. I want to visit Agra in my upcoming winter break with my family. I wanted to visit Agra because of the Taj Mahal, also known as the 7th, also including the 7th wonders of the world. Taj Mahal was originally built by Shah Jahan in the memory of his loving wife. The Taj Mahal is a huge marvellous white monument covered with marbles. Many tourists who visit India definitely visit Agra to see the Taj Mahal. The Taj Mahal is situated on the banks of Yamuna River. The Taj Mahal in night looks gorgeous. The Taj Mahal represents the great cultural history and love of a husband towards his wife. So it's a perfect place for a romantic escape for the couples looking for their place.

    Band 6-7

    The place away from my home that would be my destination would be South Korea. I love South Korea and I planned to go with the spring season because the spring season in that particular country is more famous and the spring season with that white pink blossoms has my whole heart. And I would like to go with my family, either with my family or my friends because I am a huge fan of BTS and these two people know how crazy I am about BTS, the famous pop band and I would like to see their posters in every street and in every tall buildings and apart from this I also love South Korea about their geographical things and their nature and the aesthetic feel that we feel when we visit there is an immense pleasure we will have and I have only seen it from the television or in some social media but my dream destination and I am eagerly, intently, intensely have loved South Korea and I wish I will visit South Korea nearly in recent future and that would be my greatest dream come true moment because as I said it is like jumping and I will be flying in the sky that is how it feels for me. It is my heartthrob destination to be said and the culture in South Korea which is the delightful characteristics that I would suggest to choose South Korea.
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