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Future Preference for Domestic Holidays Over Travel Abroad

Question

In the future, more people will choose to go on holiday in their own country and not travel abroad on holiday. Do you agree or disagree? Give reasons for your answer and include any relevant examples from your own knowledge or experience.

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In recent years, domestic tourism has gained popularity, leading to a debate on whether more individuals will choose to vacation in their own country rather than travel abroad. I agree with the statement that in the future, an increasing number of people will opt for vacations within their own country rather than going abroad.

To begin with, one main reason why more individuals may choose domestic holidays is . With uncertainties in global economic conditions and fluctuations in currency exchange rates, travelling abroad expensive for many. By opting for domestic destinations, individuals on transportation costs, accommodation, and other expenses related to an international journey. For example, a family of four planning a vacation to a nearby national park may find it more budget-friendly compared to a trip overseas to a similar natural attraction.

Moreover, one more reason that people might opt to spend their holidays domestically is the desire for cultural exploration. In many countries, there are diverse cultures, historical sites, and scenic landscapes waiting to be discovered. By vacationing within their own country, individuals can discover more about their nation’s heritage, traditions, and local cuisines . For instance, people seeking to explore ancient ruins may find it more convenient and enriching to visit historical sites within their own country rather than travelling abroad and having a convenient experience since there would not be any language barriers either.

In conclusion, domestic tourism is likely to continue to rise in the future because of the economic considerations, cultural exploration, and convenience as discussed. While international travel will always , I believe that the accessibility and affordability of domestic holidays offer the best alternative for individuals seeking memorable experiences .

Overall assessment

Why this response received Band 7.0

The response presents a clear, consistent position supported by two developed reasons with relevant examples, and it maintains a logical paragraph structure throughout. The main limitation is a reliance on formulaic phrasing and some repetitive or circular wording, such as the overlapping mention of convenience and language barriers, which slightly weakens precision.

IELTS criteria

How each score was decided

TR Task Response

7.0

The response addresses the question directly with a clear position, develops economic and cultural reasons with supporting examples, and reaches a consistent conclusion.

CC Coherence and Cohesion

7.0

Ideas progress logically across well-sequenced paragraphs with clear linking devices, though cohesion is sometimes mechanical and one point becomes circular.

LR Lexical Resource

7.0

Vocabulary is sufficiently flexible and topical, with terms like fluctuations, heritage, and budget-friendly, but some phrasing is repetitive or slightly awkward.

GRA Grammatical Range and Accuracy

7.0

A good range of complex structures is used with generally strong control, although occasional awkward constructions, such as the ambiguous wording about a convenient experience, reduce precision.