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Formal Request Letter #244
GT Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.

Write a letter to the hotel for making the arrangement. In your letter say,

  • when you will be arriving and leaving
  • what type of rooms you would like and ask how much the weekend will cost
  • inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses at the top of your letter.

Begin your letter as follows: Dear ……………,

One box per bullet, then compare with Band 9.
180 words · 3 body paragraphs
Salutation

Dear Sir/Madam,

Opening

I hope this letter finds you well. My family and I are excited to inform you that we are planning to spend a relaxing weekend at your seaside hotel.

Bullet 1

when you will be arriving and leaving

We will be arriving on Friday afternoon, the 15th of July, and departing on Sunday morning, the 17th of July. We would appreciate it if you could ensure that our rooms are ready upon arrival and arrange for a smooth check-in process.

Bullet 2

what type of rooms you would like and ask how much the weekend will cost

We are interested in booking two interconnected rooms with an ocean view, preferably with a balcony. Could you please provide us with the cost for the weekend stay, including any additional charges or packages that may be available?

Bullet 3

inquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel

Additionally, we would like to inquire about the activities and places of interest near the hotel. Are there any water sports facilities, local tours, or family-friendly attractions that you would recommend for us to explore during our stay?

Closing

We look forward to hearing from you soon and appreciate your assistance in making our weekend getaway a memorable experience. Thank you in advance for your attention to our requests.

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