Part 2- Describe a Place You Visited And Liked

Ideas:

This is not an official answer to this question. Instead, 5 different places are described.

Place 1: Hà Giang, Vietnam
“A place that comes to my mind that is spectacular place in northern Vietnam called Hà Giang, which I visited with one of my old housemates. We did a motorbike trip through the mountains for a couple of days, and I have to say it was hands down the most unforgettable trip that I’ve ever had. I really think northern Vietnam is a hidden gem! The nature is breathtaking from start to finish. The roads weave through the mountains and every corner you turn you feel the need to get off your bike and take some pictures! These mountains are not like the Andes or the Alps, they have their own unique style. And I think one of the most enjoyable things about the trip is the fact that you’re doing it on a motorbike so you feel the fresh air blowing in your face and the sun on your skin. I always tell any of my friends who are going to Vietnam that they should check it out if they can because it’s really worth it.”

Place 2: Hobbiton, New Zealand
“A place that comes to my mind that I really liked is a place called Hobbiton, which is in New Zealand. You might have heard of it from the movie The Lord of the Rings. It’s where the little hobbits lived. Anyway, if you’re not familiar with the movie it’s this very picturesque, charming countryside village where the houses are built into the hills. Everything was so green and there were loads of flowers and different types of plants. It looks like it’s straight out of a fairy tale! I actually visited this place with my brother because we were both living in New Zealand at the time and we’re both die-hard Lord of the Rings fans. We were like two little kids walking around this place, so giddy and in such a good mood! We basically got to see some of the main places from the movie, took piles of pictures and even had a beer in the famous Green Dragon pub from the movie! The beer was so good that we bought some bottles to bring home to our dad because he was also a big fan! So yeah, not only was it a beautiful place but it was meaningful for us and it’s a trip that we will never forget! “

Place 3: Disneyland, USA
“A place that comes to my mind that I really liked is Disneyland in Orlando, Florida. I went there when I was probably 12 years old with my family and it was definitely one of the most memorable holidays of my life! You know as a kid, you think of Disneyland as the ultimate playground. And you know I really wasn’t expecting this holiday because I knew it would cost a fortune! As an adult now though I appreciate how hard they must have worked to save up for that trip. But yeah, Disneyland is absolutely magical. It was so huge, there were so many rides and some of the rollercoasters were absolutely mental! The only downside was that the queues were really long. As a kid it feels like an eternity! That was actually my first time in the States. You know we really embraced the American food so we pigged out on burgers, fries and all that stuff the entire holiday! All in all, it lived up to the hype! And we’ve got plenty of photos that we can look back on and remember those good times!”

Place 4: Cagliari, Italy
“One of the places that I really enjoyed visiting that comes to my mind is a place called Cagliari, which is the largest city on the island of Sardinia. I went there for a holiday a couple of years ago and stayed with an old friend who lived there. Honestly it exceeded my expectations. I had just planned to chill out with an old friend, try some Italian food and check out a few places. I didn’t want to rush around and have lots of full-on plans for this particular trip. The thing I enjoyed the most was probably dining out in these authentic Italian restaurants with my mate and reminiscing about old times! We had been housemates for around a year so we had plenty of things to chat about. It was a great way to fully catch up with each other. And the Italian food definitely lived up to the hype! I made sure to eat copious amounts of pizza and pasta. I must’ve come home 5 kilos heavier! The last thing I’d mention is that I really liked the peacefulness of the city; it wasn’t hectic like some of the major cities; it had a way more relaxed coastal vibe, which is exactly what I needed!”

Place 5: Machu Picchu, Peru
“One of the places that I visited that I will always cherish is Machu Picchu and the Inca Trail. I remember learning about Machu Picchu for the first time from a tv series actually and it blew my mind that this place existed. Although I didn’t have anything written out, I mentally stuck it on my bucket list! Just 3 years after seeing that program, I was supposed to be attending my graduation from university. But instead, I decided to book a trip and head to Peru by myself! I think I was 19 at the time. And you know I actually went to a Spanish school in Cusco for 3 weeks and stayed with a host family before setting off up the Andes! Cusco itself was a charming little town and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there but nothing compares to that trip we did through the mountains! The views where breathtaking but it was the people in my group that made it! We were constantly singing and having a laugh the whole way up the mountain! Everyone was so positive and in high spirits! And you know when I think back to that trip, I realise that it helped me understand what’s truly important. It’s not about the view at the top; it really is the journey itself. And even better when you have good people around you!”