IELTS Speaking 2025 Part 2&3: Describe a place in your country that you would recommend to visitors or tourists.

IELTS Speaking Part 2 Cue Card

Describe a place in your country that you would recommend to visitors or tourists.

You should say:

• What it is

• Where it is

• What people can do there
  And explain why you would recommend it.

Speaking Expressions

• To be honest… (Thật lòng mà nói…)

• Hands down, it’s… (Chắc chắn rồi, đó là…)

• I was blown away by… (Tôi choáng ngợp bởi…)

• What really sold me was… (Điều thực sự thuyết phục tôi là…)

• It ticks all the boxes… (Nó đáp ứng mọi tiêu chí…)

• Long story short… (Nói ngắn gọn là…)

Ideas & Collocations

• Lantern‑lit streets (những con phố lung linh đèn lồng)

• Mouth‑watering street food (đồ ăn đường phố hấp dẫn)

• Tailor‑made áo dài (áo dài may đo theo ý muốn)

• Heritage‑listed old town (phố cổ được công nhận di sản)

• Riverside night market (chợ đêm ven sông)

• Cycling through rice paddies (đạp xe qua cánh đồng lúa)

Sample Answer

To be honest, the place I always rave about is Hoi An Ancient Town. Hands down, it’s one of the most charming spots in Vietnam. The first time I went, I was blown away by the lantern‑lit streets and that dreamy golden glow after sunset. We spent the evening snacking on mouth‑watering street food—cao lầu, bánh mì, you name it—before wandering along the riverside night market. The next day, I got a tailor‑made áo dài in less than 24 hours, which felt super personal and affordable.

What really sold me was how the whole heritage‑listed old town is pedestrian‑friendly; you can just stroll, chat, and soak up history without dodging motorbikes. In the morning, we rented bikes and went cycling through rice paddies just outside town, waving at farmers and water buffalo—it was like stepping into a postcard. It ticks all the boxes for me: culture, food, scenery, plus super friendly locals who love to share stories.

Long story short, I’d recommend Hoi An because it’s not just photogenic—it’s an experience that mixes tradition and comfort in the best way. You can chill with a coffee by the river, learn to cook local dishes, or take a boat to release paper lanterns and make a wish. By the time you leave, you feel lighter, happier, and kind of in love with Vietnam.

IELTS Speaking Part 3 Questions

1. Is it important to take photos while traveling?

2. Can we trust travel blogs and online travel reviews?

3. What factors affect how people feel about traveling?

4. What are the pros and cons of travelling alone vs. with a group?

5. How can tourism benefit local communities?

Question 1

Speaking Expressions:

• Personally… (Cá nhân tôi…)

• Let’s be real… (Thực tế mà nói…)

• At the end of the day… (Cuối cùng thì…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Capture the moment (ghi lại khoảnh khắc)

• Digital clutter (mớ hỗn độn kỹ thuật số)

• Live in the moment (sống trọn khoảnh khắc)

• Memory trigger (gợi nhớ ký ức)

Sample Answer:
Personally, I love snapping a few shots to capture the moment, but let’s be real, people sometimes overdo it and end up with digital clutter they never look at again. I try to live in the moment first, then take a photo or two as a memory trigger. If your whole trip is through a lens, you miss the smells, the sounds, the vibe. At the end of the day, balance is key—enjoy it, then record it.

Question 2

Speaking Expressions:

• It depends, honestly… (Thật ra còn tùy…)

• Take it with a pinch of salt… (Hãy đón nhận với sự hoài nghi…)

• Cross‑check the info… (Đối chiếu thông tin…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Sponsored content (nội dung được tài trợ)

• Affiliate links (liên kết tiếp thị liên kết)

• Authentic reviews (đánh giá chân thực)

• Red flags (dấu hiệu cảnh báo)

Sample Answer:
It depends, honestly—some blogs are gold, others are just sponsored content stuffed with affiliate links. I always take it with a pinch of salt and cross‑check the info on a few platforms. Red flags are when every review sounds too perfect or copy‑pasted. I look for authentic reviews with specifics—prices, timings, little hassles. If multiple people say the same thing, it’s probably legit.

Question 3

Speaking Expressions:

• For starters… (Trước hết…)

• On top of that… (Chưa kể…)

• It all comes down to… (Chung quy lại là…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Budget constraints (hạn chế ngân sách)

• Travel companions (bạn đồng hành du lịch)

• Weather conditions (điều kiện thời tiết)

• Culture shock (sốc văn hóa)

Sample Answer:
For starters, budget constraints affect whether a trip feels relaxed or stressful. On top of that, travel companions can make or break the vibe—great friends, great trip. Weather conditions mess with plans too; rain can dampen spirits literally and figuratively. Culture shock also hits some people harder than others. It all comes down to mindset and flexibility—roll with it and you’ll still have a good time.

Question 4

Speaking Expressions:

• On the one hand… on the other hand… (Một mặt… mặt khác…)

• You get to call the shots… (Bạn được quyền quyết định mọi thứ…)

• Herd mentality (tâm lý bầy đàn)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Flexible itinerary (lịch trình linh hoạt)

• Shared expenses (chi phí chia sẻ)

• Built‑in support system (hệ thống hỗ trợ sẵn có)

Sample Answer:
On the one hand, solo travel means you get to call the shots and keep a flexible itinerary. On the other hand, groups offer shared expenses and a built‑in support system if something goes south. But big groups can slip into herd mentality, wasting time waiting around. Alone, you might feel lonely or unsafe sometimes. Honestly, it depends on your personality and the destination.

Question 5

Speaking Expressions:

• No doubt… (Không nghi ngờ gì…)

• If it’s done right… (Nếu làm đúng cách…)

• Give back to the community… (Đóng góp lại cho cộng đồng…)

Ideas & Collocations:

• Local homestays (nhà nghỉ địa phương)

• Craft villages (làng nghề thủ công)

• Sustainable livelihoods (sinh kế bền vững)

• Community‑based tourism fund (quỹ du lịch dựa vào cộng đồng)

Sample Answer:
No doubt, tourism can pump money straight into villages through local homestays and craft villages. If it’s done right, it creates sustainable livelihoods instead of short-term gigs. Tourists can give back to the community by buying local, not mass-produced souvenirs. Some places even set up a community‑based tourism fund to build schools or clean water systems. That way, everyone benefits, not just the tour operators.