🔥 Today Only: Save 30% on Premium — Offer Ends Soon! - Upgrade Now!
Letter

Band 7+: You are planning a weekend trip with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • mention the vacation spot you have chosen • explain how you plan to spend your time there • invite your friend to join you on your vacation

Skyrocket your IELTS band score by 1-2 points in under a month with our premium plan!
Check it out
Note: Both the topic and the answer were created by one of our users.

Dear Rilen,

I hope you’re doing well! I wanted to share some exciting news I’ve finally booked my summer holiday and I’m heading to Bali next month!

I chose Bali because I’ve always dreamed of relaxing on white sand beaches with crystal clean water. I’ll be staying in Seminyak, right by the coast, in a small beach front guest house.

As for how I plan to spend my time, I’m looking forward to a mix of relaxation and adventure. In the morning, I’ll probably go surving or just couch potato around on the beach with a good book. In the afternoon, I wanna explore the local markets and try some authentic Balinese food. I’m also hoping to catch the sunset at Tanah Lot temple at least once. I’ve heard it’s absolutely stunning.

Since you love the beach as much I do, I’d really love it if you could join me! It would be so much more fun to explore together, and we haven’t had a proper trip together in ages. Let me know if you’re free, I’ll help you for flights and accommodation.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon!

Love,

Lutfia

Word Count: 192

Check Your Answer On This Topic?

Check My Answer

Generate A Band-9 Sample Answer?

Generate A Sample

Overall Band Score

7
(+/- 0.5)
Vocabulary Complexity:
A2 - Upper Beginner
Consider using more varied and advanced words.
Grammar Mistakes: N/A
Vocabulary Repetition:
beach: 3
Try using synonyms for the above words

Task Response

8
The letter effectively addresses all three bullet points: it describes the vacation spot (Bali, Seminyak), explains planned activities (surfing, relaxing, exploring markets, visiting Tanah Lot), and invites the friend to join. The tone is friendly and appropriate for a personal letter. Minor lapses include a typo ('surving' instead of 'surfing') and informal phrasing ('couch potato around', 'wanna'), which slightly reduce the overall polish. To improve, ensure consistent formal-informal register and proofread for small errors.

Coherence & Cohesion

7
The letter is generally well-organized and easy to follow. The opening, description of the vacation spot, plans, and invitation are logically sequenced. However, there are a few minor lapses in cohesion, such as the abrupt transition from the invitation to the offer of help with flights and accommodation. Additionally, the sentence 'I wanted to share some exciting news I've finally booked my summer holiday' could be improved with a comma or a conjunction for smoother flow. Overall, the message is clear and coherent, but a bit more attention to linking ideas would enhance the flow.

Lexical Resource

7
The letter uses a good range of vocabulary appropriate for the task, such as 'crystal clean water,' 'beach front guest house,' 'authentic Balinese food,' and 'absolutely stunning.' There is some natural and idiomatic language, like 'couch potato around' and 'in ages.' However, there are a few minor inaccuracies and informal choices, such as 'surving' (likely a typo for 'surfing') and 'wanna' (informal for 'want to'), which slightly reduce the formality and precision. Overall, the vocabulary is effective and conveys the intended meaning well. Boost vocabulary complexity to elevate the overall score.

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

6
The letter demonstrates a good range of grammatical structures, including complex sentences and appropriate use of tenses. However, there are a few errors that affect accuracy, such as 'crystal clean water' (should be 'crystal-clear water'), 'as much I do' (should be 'as much as I do'), and 'I'll help you for flights' (should be 'I'll help you with flights'). Additionally, the sentence 'I wanted to share some exciting news I've finally booked' is missing a comma or conjunction. These errors are minor but noticeable, and correcting them would improve the overall grammatical accuracy.

Answers On The Same Topic:

You are planning a weekend trip with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • mention the vacation spot you have chosen • explain how you plan to spend your time there • invite your friend to join you on your vacation

Dear Kasun, How are you and your family? I am writing this letter to tell you about our next vacation plan. After a lot of discussions with out school friends we have choosen Nuwara Eliya as the location. This might be a very enjoyable journey since we are planning to stay in there for 4 […]

Band 7+

You are planning a weekend trip with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • mention the vacation spot you have chosen • explain how you plan to spend your time there • invite your friend to join you on your vacation

Dear Friend, I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to let you know that I’m planning a short trip to Manchester to celebrate my birthday. I’ve been looking forward to this for a long time and have put a lot of effort into making the trip special; I’m sure you’ll be impressed by the itinerary […]

Band 7+

You are planning a weekend trip with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • mention the vacation spot you have chosen • explain how you plan to spend your time there • invite your friend to join you on your vacation

Dear Ryan, I hope you’re doing well. I wanted to let you know that I’m going to take a vacation next week. Hope you can join me. I’d say that you must be impressed with what I’m about to show you. We’ve been dreaming of going to Bali for years, and visiting beaches and sport […]

Band 6+

You are planning a weekend trip with your friend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter: • mention the vacation spot you have chosen • explain how you plan to spend your time there • invite your friend to join you on your vacation

Dear Jon, I hope you are doing well. As you know, I am planning to take my vacation next week, and I wanted to reach out to share with you the country where I’d like to spend the next two weeks: Turkey. This country is renowned for its beautiful nature and its historic sites. Firstly, […]

Band 7+
See All

Other Topics:

Write an informal letter to your friend, describing your recent experience at a local event or festival. In your letter, include: 1. The event or festival you attended. 2. What activities or performances took place. 3. Your feelings about the event. 4. Invite your friend to attend the event with you next time.

Hi Sandra! Long time no see! I feel it’s been ages since we’ve last met. If my memory serves me right, the last time we got to hang out and catch up was around a year ago ! That’s quite a while. Anyways, I ‘m sorry I couldn’t write to you lately as I’ve had […]

Band 6+

Your neighbors have recently written to you to complain about the noise from your house flat. Write a letter to your neighbors. In your letter Explain the reason for the noise Apologize Describe what action you will take

Dear Sir or Madam, I would like to apologise for the noise from my house. Please allow me to elaborate on why it happened. I am completely aware of how annoying it must be. However, the noise was made not without reason. My dog, whose name is Luise, unfortunately has an anxiety issue and can […]

Band 6+

A friend invited you to join his/her birthday party next week but you are too busy to attend. Write a letter to your friend. In your letter - say good wishes to your friend - explain why you cannot attend - say what you can do next

Dear Catherine I am writing this email because I recently received a message from you invited me to you 20th birthday party and I am so grateful with you for having me take into account but unfortunately I can not go to your birthday party and I am really sorry for this. Do you remember […]

Band 5+

You recently agreed to look after a friend's pet while they were on holiday, but unfortunately the pet got injured and had to be taken to the vet. Write a letter to your friend apologizing for the incident. You should include details about: how the injury happened; what steps you took to help the pet; how you plan to make it up to your friend.

Dear Sam, I am writing this to inform you about the current situtaion of your pet named Daze. Unfortunately, Daze got injured while playing in the lawn. I went for do the pending laundary around 3.00 Pm, Daze was playing the backyard in the lawn and it got hurt in right leg by a street […]

Band 5+

You recently sent some documents by post, but they did not arrive at the destination. Write a letter to the post office manager. In your letter, give details of the situation, describe the documents, say what action you would like the manager to take.

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with your courier services. My name is Amandeep Kaur, and I work as a sales representative at Speedy Blinds. Next week, my company is organizing an international conference in the United States. I was assigned to make a detailed sales report for it. I […]

Band 7+

You were supposed to attend a friend's birthday party last weekend, but you didn't show up without any notice. Write a letter to your friend apologizing for your absence. You should include details about: - why you couldn't attend the party - why you didn't inform them beforehand - how you plan to make it up to them.

Dear Ruchin, I hope you and your family are doing well. It has been a long time since we last met. I am writing to apologize about your birthday, which I did not attended due to some personal reasons. I felt sad when I realized that I was not able to attend your birthday party. […]

Band 6+
See All
We have detected unusual activity on your device.
Please verify your identity to continue.
Note: This verification step won't sign you in. If you have a premium account, please log in to access the service as usual.
Google/Gmail Verification
Or verify using Email/Code
We've sent a verification code to:
youremail@gmail.com (Not your email?)
Enter it below to complete the verification process.
Ensure your email address is correct, your inbox is not full, and you check your spam folder. If no email arrives, consider using an alternative email.
You will need a Premium plan to perform your action!
Note: If you already have a premium account, please log in to access our services as usual.

Plans & Pricing

Our mission is to make quality education accessible for everyone.
However, to keep our hardworking team running and this service alive, we genuinely need your support!
By opting for a premium plan, not only do you sustain us in achieving the mission, but you also unlock advanced features to enrich your learning experience.

Free

For learners who aren't pressed for time
What's included on Free
100+ Cambridge IELTS Tests
Instant IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2 Evaluation (2 times/month)
Instant IELTS Speaking Part 1, 2, & 3 Evaluation (2 times/month)
Instant IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2 Essay Generator (2 times/month)
500+ Dictation & Shadowing Exercises
100+ Pronunciation Exercises
Flashcards
Other Advanced Tools

Premium

For those serious about advancing their English proficiency, and for IELTS candidates aspiring to boost their band score by 1-2 points (especially in writing & speaking) in just 30 days or less
What's included on Premium
Save Your IELTS Test Progress & Analyze Mistakes By Question Type
Save Your Own Flashcard Sets & Use Them On Any Device
Unlock All Courses, IELTS Tests, Section & Part Practice
Unlimited AI Conversations
Unlimited AI Writing Enhancement Exercises
Unlimited IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2 Evaluation
Unlimited IELTS Speaking Part 1, 2, & 3 Evaluation
Checked Answers Will Not Be Published
Unlimited IELTS Writing Task 1 & 2 Essay Generator
Unlimited IELTS Speaking Part 1, 2, & 3 Sample Generator
Unlimited Usage Of Advanced Tools & AI Features
Priority Support within 24h (12-month plan only)
Click Here To Explore All Tools →
Limited Time Offer
30% OFF!
Ends in a few hours
Select a plan:
One-Time Payment Excellent Reviews Trusted by 1M+ Learners Unlimited Usage
$16.99 $11.97 for 1 month (only ¢40/day)
$50.99 $25.97 for 3 months (only ¢29/day) $8.66/mo
$101.99 $44.97 for 6 months (only ¢25/day) $7.50/mo
$204.99 $61.97 for 12 months (only ¢17/day) $5.16/mo Priority support!
Get 12 Months — Best Value →
Due to the nature of our service and the provided free trials, payments are non-refundable.