IELTS Speaking Part 2: Describe a place you visited with your friends where you had a good time
Describe a place you visited with your friends where you had a good time
You should say:
What the place is
Who you went with
When you went there
And explain why you think it is a good time
Useful Vocabulary and Expressions
1. What the place is:
- Vocabulary: destination, location, spot, venue, attraction
- Expressions:
- “The place we visited was…”
- “Our destination was…”
- “This spot is known for…”
2. Who you went with:
- Vocabulary: friends, companions, group, buddies, travel partners
- Expressions:
- “I went with…”
- “My companions for this trip were…”
- “I was joined by…”
3. When you went there:
- Vocabulary: recently, last summer, during the holidays, a few months ago, on a weekend
- Expressions:
- “We visited this place…”
- “The trip took place…”
- “We went there during…”
4. Why you think it is a good time:
- Vocabulary: enjoyable, memorable, fun, delightful, refreshing
- Expressions:
- “I think it was a good time because…”
- “The reason we had such a great time was…”
- “This place made our trip enjoyable due to…”
Collocations
- beautiful scenery
- lively atmosphere
- memorable experience
- fun activities
- great company
- quality time
- shared laughs
- picturesque location
- adventurous outing
- lasting memories
Sample Answer
The place we visited was Lake Tahoe, a beautiful and serene lake nestled in the Sierra Nevada mountains. Our destination was known for its stunning scenery and outdoor activities.
I went with my close friends Emily, Jack, and Sarah. My companions for this trip were all enthusiastic about spending time in nature and enjoying a break from our busy lives. I was joined by this lively group, making the trip even more enjoyable.
We visited this place last summer during our holiday break. The trip took place over a long weekend, giving us enough time to fully explore and relax. We went there during the peak of summer, when the weather was perfect for outdoor adventures.
I think it was a good time because of the combination of beautiful scenery and great company. The reason we had such a great time was the mix of fun activities like hiking, swimming, and having picnics by the lake. This place made our trip enjoyable due to its lively atmosphere and the chance to engage in shared laughs and quality time with friends. The picturesque location and adventurous outing created lasting memories that we still talk about. Overall, it was a memorable experience that I cherish dearly.
