IELTS Speaking Part 1 topic: Vacation

IELTS Speaking Part 1 topic: Vacation 

✅ 1. High-Scoring Vocabulary & Idioms

(Perfect for Band 7.5+ answers and to spice up answers naturally)

🔹 Synonyms for “Vacation”:

Holiday

Getaway

Break

Time off

Trip

Escape

Retreat

Mini-holiday

🔹 Common Verbs:

Travel

Explore

Unwind

Recharge

Book (a trip)

Set off

Fly out

Pack up

Head to

🔹 Idioms & Phrases:

Catch some rays (relax in the sun)

Take a breather (relax)

Hit the road (start a journey)

Travel light (pack very little)

A change of scenery (refreshing location)

Off the beaten track (less touristy place)

Be bitten by the travel bug (love traveling)

On cloud nine (very happy)

Call it a day (end the outing)

Live out of a suitcase (keep traveling)

🎯 2. 5 Common Part 1 Questions + 3 Types of Answers Each

❓1. Do you like going on vacation?

✅ YES

“Oh, big yes! I'm always on cloud nine when planning a getaway. Nothing beats a spontaneous trip to recharge the batteries.”

❌ NO

“Not really, to be honest. I’m more of a homebody. Packing, planning—it just feels like a chore to me.”

🤔 MAYBE

“It depends. If I’m swamped with work, then not so much. But when I get time off, I do enjoy a short escape.”

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❓2. What kind of places do you like to visit on holiday?

✅ YES (specific preference)

“I’m a total beach bum—give me some sun, sand, and sea, and I’m good to go. Tropical islands are my go-to!”

❌ NO (dislike for popular choices)

“I actually steer clear of tourist hotspots. Crowded places really drain me. I’d rather stay somewhere peaceful.”

🤔 MAYBE (depends on mood)

“To be honest, it varies. Sometimes I crave the mountains, and sometimes I want a bustling city vibe—it’s all about my mood.”

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❓3. Do you prefer travelling alone or with others?

✅ YES (with others)

“I’m all about squad travel! It’s always more fun when you’ve got friends around to make memories with.”

❌ NO (not with others)

“I’d rather go solo. Travelling alone gives me freedom to go at my own pace without waiting around.”

🤔 MAYBE (depends on context)

“It depends who I’m with. If it’s close friends, count me in. But with distant relatives? I might pass.”

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❓4. Have you ever had a bad experience on a vacation?

✅ YES

“Oh yeah, last year my flight got delayed for 12 hours, and I lost my luggage. It was a nightmare!”

❌ NO

“Luckily, no! Every trip I’ve taken so far has gone smoothly—touch wood.”

🤔 MAYBE

“Not really ‘bad’, but once I forgot my charger and had no GPS all trip—it felt like going back in time!”

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❓5. Do you think vacations are important?

✅ YES

“Absolutely! Everyone needs a breather once in a while. Vacations are like fuel for the soul.”

❌ NO

“I don’t think they’re a must. Some people find joy in routine and don’t really feel the need for a getaway.”

🤔 MAYBE

“It depends on the person. For me, yes. But I know people who’d rather work than travel.”