Microsoft Word ielts speaking Actual Tests (Sep Dec 2019) and Suggested Answers Version

11/ Describe a time you visited a place with friends.

You should say: where you went; what you did there; who you were with; and explain why it was a memorable experience.
Well, I spend my spare (extra) time with my friends quite often. I'd especially like to talk about a time my friends and traveled to Thailand after graduating medical school. After all those years of blood, sweat, and tears (an expression for hard work), we really deserved this trip.
I vividly (a lot of details) remember this moment because as soon as we got out of our final exams, we were all aboard on the way to Bangkok. 6 of us had originally agreed upon going, but finally 2 bailed at the last minute. When I think about it, it was an experience to bond (connect deeply) more with just this small group.
The main reason visiting there was to get away from the stress gained from studying very hard. Speaking of what we did there, it was pure relaxation and discovery. We saw everything from the majestic pagodas and kingdoms in Bangkok to the pristine (elegant), white-sanded beaches in the Phi Phi Islands. Even more than just the incredible landscapes, the kind-hearted, welcoming people were what really left their mark (left an impression) on us.
To sum up, we truly had a blast on this trip. It was really what we needed at the time! I’ll never forget the flavors of pad thai and bubble tea! It was 100% a blast (a lot of fun).