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Describe a place you went to and an outdoor activity you did there: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

You should say

  • Where the place is
  • What outdoor activity you did
  • When/with whom you went
  • And explain why you enjoyed it
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Cue 1:Where the place is

  • Begin by naming the place and providing a brief description of its location.
  • Mention any notable features of the place that make it special.

Example

I visited a beautiful hill station called Munnar, located in the Western Ghats of Kerala. It is famous for its lush green tea plantations and stunning landscapes.

Cue 2:What outdoor activity you did

  • Describe the specific outdoor activity you engaged in and what it involved.
  • Share any interesting details about the activity that made it enjoyable.

Example

During my visit, I went trekking through the tea gardens. The trek was invigorating, and I loved walking amidst the fragrant tea bushes while enjoying the fresh mountain air.

Cue 3:When/with whom you went

  • Mention when you visited the place, including the season or time of year.
  • Talk about who you went with and your relationship with them.

Example

I went to Munnar last summer with my college friends. We had planned this trip for months, and it was a great way to reconnect after our exams.

Cue 4:And explain why you enjoyed it

  • Reflect on your feelings during the experience and what made it memorable.
  • Highlight any personal connections or lessons learned from the activity.

Example

I enjoyed the trek immensely because it allowed me to bond with my friends while appreciating nature's beauty. The sense of achievement after reaching the top of the hill was exhilarating, and it reminded me of the importance of adventure in life.

Conclusion

    Example

    Overall, my trip to Munnar and the trekking experience was not only fun but also refreshing. It helped me unwind and create lasting memories with my friends, making it one of my favorite outdoor adventures.

    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: Lack of Specific Details

    Avoid vague descriptions of the place or activity. Specific details help paint a clearer picture for the examiner and make your response more engaging.

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    Include specific names, locations, and descriptions of the activity to create a vivid image in the listener's mind.

    2: Ignoring the Cues

    Failing to address all the cues can lead to an incomplete answer. This may result in a lower score for coherence and relevance.

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    Overly Simple Language

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    Band >7

    Last year, in June, I went to the Rishikesh with my family, only for seven days. At that time, it was my first trip with my cousins. I felt it was the best idea for me to go with my cousins. They did a lot of activities and one which I remember is river rafting. For me and also for my family, it was the first experience. Earlier, we did not do river rafting. Then I made two teams, me and a person. In one team, there were seven and the other team also had seven members. We started the race in the river. Firstly, I just felt afraid of water. But after 20 seconds, I felt the nature, how it was looking good. I also felt the nature for the first time like that. At that time, I was not vain, I know. But the experience was brilliant. This activity I remembered forever. I will never forget this activity.

    Band 7

    The outdoor place that I went to was Andhigopar Islands. I went there with my family. So there are like 4 people in my family. Me, my younger brother, my mum and my dad. And I liked the place because the outdoor activities were like really thrilling activities. There were water sports and there were like different kinds of water sports. There were like banana boats, sea diving, sea walking. And there was also this thing called snorkeling. One of the most memorable trips I have ever had was a family vacation to Andhigopar Islands. It's a group of beautiful islands located in the Bay of Bengal. Known for their clear blue waters, sandy beaches and peaceful atmosphere. We went there during the summer holidays and it was a perfect break from our busy routine. The islands offered so many exciting water sports. I tried snorkeling for the first time at Havelock Island and it was an amazing experience. I could see colourful fish and coral reefs under the water. My brother enjoyed the banana boat rides while my parents tried scuba diving. We had so much fun together and it really brought us closer as a family. Apart from the adventure, we also explored the history of the island. We visited the famous Cellular Jail in Port Blair which is an important historical site from India's freedom struggle. The light and sound shows there told us emotional stories about the freedom fighters who were imprisoned and it made a strong impression on all of us. Overall, this trip was a perfect combination of adventure, relaxation and learning. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands gave us a wonderful memory that I will cherish and it was truly one of the best family vacations we ever had.

    Band 7

    I recently visited Manali, a beautiful hill station in Himachal Pradesh, India. The place is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, tall pine trees, and a peaceful river flowing through the valley. The air was fresh and cool, and the scenery looked like something straight out of a postcard. During my stay, I went paragliding in Solang valley, which was one of the exciting outdoor activities I have ever done. As I soared high above the valley, I could see the entire landscape, the green meadows, winding roads, and tiny houses below. It felt both thrilling and peaceful at the same time. That experience not only gave me an adrenaline rush, but also helped me overcome my fear of heights. It's a memory I will never forget, and I would love to do it again, once.

    Band 7

    So, recently I along with my four friends went on a trip to Pondicherry which is a Union Territory located in India. Pondicherry is a place with serine beaches and crystal clear sands along the shore of the beaches. While walking on the shore of the beaches, we can see many children, pets as well as adults playing with sand on the border of the beach. This gives us a positive impression and positive vibes while we see them. The main activity which we all did was scuba diving. It was hell of an activity because we had so much fun in that. It was our first time doing the activity which brought a thrill to our souls. Moreover we did other activities like surfing on the beach and we also kept a little task to ourselves to build a big castle. We were divided into a group of two and three and we started working on our castles. I along with my two friends won. So basically our castle consisted of a door and two bedrooms. And the winner of the game will get a treat from the loser. That was the bet. And as we won that night we had huge fun and of course the dining was great as it was completely free for us.

    Band 7

    I went to Kashmir when I was just 5 years old. I did horse riding there and it was really interesting. Kashmir is often referred to as the heaven on earth due to its breathtaking beauty. It was a mesmerizing experience, the cold breezes, the snowfall and warm food there. The mornings and freezy nights with a small campfire were just like a cherry on a cake. I adore Kashmir just as I adore my favorite dishes. I also experienced campfire there which was a totally new activity for me. I went there with my parents and my cousins and we really had fun there. I would highly recommend that my close friends visit Kashmir at least once in their lifetime. It felt as though I was living in a cinematic scene experiencing movie-like moments in real life.

    Band 7

    So when I moved to Chandigarh, I didn't have many friends, so I took part in any of the activities that was being broadcasted in maybe social media or any activities that were being taken, taking place in the city. So there was this hiking group that was being organized by an Instagram page, so I took part in that. So the hiking started on a track called Jabli track, which is up north near a place called Sarkasholi. So I went with 6-7 people in the group and we all went there by a car. The most interesting part of the hiking was that we had to go there and cover the whole track, but the highlight of the story was that we got to go up there, up in the mountain, it was drizzling a bit, and we had to cook there. So the moment when they told us that we'll be cooking something, very simple, but we'll be cooking and eating something up there, I got really excited, because I'm not a very outdoorsy person, but food is something that I really really love. And so it happened, we all went there with minimal things to carry and we made noodles up there. And it was so amazing, it tasted 10 times better than it usually does in a normal setting.

    Band 7

    The place I would like to talk about is the beautiful backwaters of Kochi. Kochi is in the middle region of Kerala and it's famous for its open backwaters, seafood and cultural heritage. I had gone there with my mom, dad and my brother for a one day trip. We mostly went there to try out the different food and enjoy some of the museums and zoos which were available there. Now to talk about an activity, this was a fairly impromptu one. We went there for fishing. We were totally unprepared for this. We ran into one of my dad's old friend who had a shop there which had the fishing gear. So we got ourselves some fishing rods, lures and some bait. And it was gradually towards the evening of the day, the sun was setting. And there were the four of us with our own fishing rods trying to catch something. But then again, fishing is not an easy task. We did find it difficult even to catch one fish. At the end we did leave empty handed. But the memories we made, the conversations we had, the jokes we cracked, those things were always in my mind. Because that was one of the few experiences which I shared with my family very recently. Ever since I shifted to Mumbai for my work.

    Band 7

    A place where I went was Alibaug which is in Maharashtra. I went there a couple of months ago and outdoor activity that I did there was paragliding. Initially I feared to do the paragliding because of the height it goes to. I went to that trip with my two girls as initially it was a girls trip. Doing paragliding gave me a sense of adventure, thrill and enjoyment. Also it built a confidence in me that I am able to survive in heights too and I can enjoy the sense of being there.

    Band 7

    A place that I recently went to was Ladakh in India. I went there with my family and my extended family that is from my mother's side. It was a beautiful place and we had a lot of fun exploring the different areas in Ladakh. One specific thing that I want to focus on is the outdoor activity that we did there. It was river rafting. It was the first time for all of us and all of us were really excited to go on that. A few of my family relatives were really scared as they did not know how to swim. But rest assured, the team assured us that nothing will happen as we will have floating jackets. They are professional swimmers and are trained to rescue people if they ever fall down. It was a mind-blowing experience for all of us. It was filled with adrenaline and I still remember the force of water and us rafting through the river at high speeds and the water splashing all over us. It was a 15-minute ride and we eventually ended up around 2 kilometers down the terrain. It was one of my most favorite experiences in my life and I loved it.

    Band 7

    hi there the most important place for me that I went to is called Goa it's in southern India and I love going there and the activities I've done there are paragliding and roaming around the streets of Goa and the best part is me going with my friend named Pratik he's from my college and we both went on a lot of trips together and the reason why I loved Goa is because Goa has this immense quality of air and personally I love the food and the beverages that we find there. Goa offers a lot of insights on cultural, historical and tourist spaces where you will enjoy all of the stuff without any doubt. I also loved the fact that Goa has one of the best beaches around the world and it is also house to the most famous beaches around the world which is why I loved Goa. Thank you.
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