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Travel guide

Look at this guide for tourists visiting California, then do the exercises to improve your reading skills.

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Do the preparation exercise first. Then do the other exercises.

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Discussion

Which place in California would you like to visit?

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places
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Submitted by AnnaB on Thu, 05/15/2025 - 16:37

After reading about California I prefer to visit any other place. Greece is soooooooo much better!!!! Why don´t you make a lesson about Greece???? My dog says Italy is better! Bye!

Submitted by lmurciaalonso on Thu, 04/10/2025 - 07:13

Dear Sir/Madam
I hope this message finds you well! I am writing to express my enthusiasm for joining the upcoming Disneyland trip. As a huge fan of Disney, I believe this experience would be unforgettable. I am excited about the opportunity to bond with fellow participants and create lasting memories. Please let me know if there are any requirements or further information needed for my application. Thank you for considering my request!
I look forward for your reply
Yours sincerely,
Lucía

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Submitted by catgato67 on Wed, 08/14/2024 - 18:24

A todo travel guide

Submitted by niguska on Wed, 07/26/2023 - 06:49

I would like to visit Alcatraz Island, because I heard about it too much.

Submitted by MyGuy on Wed, 06/28/2023 - 09:34

i wanna go to Disneyland so bad! especially in America

Submitted by MyGuy on Wed, 06/28/2023 - 09:33

America is nice but i wanna go to Japan

Submitted by pomelo on Fri, 03/17/2023 - 13:58

I would like to visit Venice beach and Santa cruz

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Submitted by Muhammad Hamay… on Fri, 12/09/2022 - 17:42

I would like to go to San Francisco because I am very keen on shopping and I shall eat different dishes after that I shall go to Disneyland there and have great fun.

Submitted by Ira1321 on Sun, 11/20/2022 - 12:38

Actually,I've never had an opportunity to visit the USA,but if suppose,I'd like to go to California.For some reasons,firstly,I always had an image of Californial like something is related with to TV series and movies of the nineties.This atmosphere is addictive.The second reason is because there were a lot of famous places which can visit.For example,spots which I wanted to visit are Hollywood,Los Angeles,Disneyland.I think these places are more popular and touristy.Also,against the background of beautiful places and buildings, I would be able to take cool photos.

Submitted by faysun on Tue, 08/02/2022 - 20:28

I have not been to the USA before. I believe I will go one day.I would like to go Los Angeles,Golden Gate and Disneyland.Why? I would like to LA because I love dance,music and fun.Golden Gate has nice view.I will take a lot of photos here.I have been to Paris in 2017 but I couldn't go to Disneyland.It's very sad:( So I wonder the Disneyland.

Submitted by 01Aras on Tue, 06/07/2022 - 10:33

I would love to visit every place here

Submitted by aycauzz1 on Mon, 06/06/2022 - 16:38

To tell the truth, I want to see half of them. I would like to go to disneyland.

Submitted by Fernando227 on Wed, 01/26/2022 - 02:06

Someday I would like to visit the Alcatraz prison, it seems to be a great place to learn about history.
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Submitted by Darkside on Mon, 12/20/2021 - 14:20

I'd like to go to Disneyland because I love these stories and adventures. It always reminds me about my childhood. When I watch a disney movie, immediatelly all nice, warm moments come back. I can't describe this feeling and I'm sure I'll go to Disneyland some day to feel the same.

Submitted by dhadzikadunic on Wed, 11/24/2021 - 21:46

I would like to go to Sun Francisco one day. My Daddy was there and he made pictures on Golden Gate Bridge. He saw Alcatraz from the ferry as well. California is a really beautiful place to visit.

Submitted by weiwei1119 on Sun, 09/26/2021 - 15:13

I would like to visit Hollywood because I love films and stars from Hollywood.

Submitted by gamedragon on Tue, 09/14/2021 - 15:38

i would like to visit Hollywood, because it to meet the carachters from famous movies and see Hollywood studies.

Submitted by Chau_Anh on Sat, 08/14/2021 - 07:44

I want to go to California one day

Submitted by merve on Thu, 04/22/2021 - 10:41

I have never been in california. Bu t If I would the chance I will like to go to Golden Gate Bridge. Because I think the Bay Area's views from Golden Gate will be amazing. Also this bridge has a historical importance and I would like to see this with my own eyes. I would like to take greats photos from this view.
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Submitted by Kostantinus on Thu, 01/21/2021 - 09:04

I haven't been to California yet, but I've sung the song called California Dreaming. I like that song. Of course I would like to go to California on some day. If I have to choose one of those places mentioned above it will be ... Can you guess? ;) Yes, your answer is right! Disneyland! I want to experience all it's funny craizy rides! Whoooo!))

Submitted by Rachel on Sun, 12/27/2020 - 17:47

I have never been California yet but I would like to visit Hollywood and Disneyland. In Hollywood I would like to go Universal Studios because there are some intersting ride for example the Diagon Alley from Harry Potter and the Central Perk from Friends. When I was child I wanted to go Disneyland. This dream still dream for me. I would like to go because an important part of my childhood the Disney tale and the Disney palace. I would like to see real the palace and I would like to see the characters too.

Submitted by nguyenthimyngoc on Thu, 12/17/2020 - 15:22

California is one of the most famous and best-known states in the United States. For me, I would like to visit Disneyland in California. You know, this is where my childhood was born.I saw many fascinating cartoons from Disney and I was a big fan of Disney movies. it made my childhood memories become meaningful. Beside,It has lots of things to enjoy such as rides, shows, parades, shopping, character experiences, and character dining.

Submitted by Jenny201 on Sat, 10/17/2020 - 07:40

California is one of the most famous and best-known states in the United States. For me, I would like to visit Disneyland in California. It has lots of things to enjoy such as rides, shows, parades, shopping, character experiences, and character dining. Besides, I have been a big fan of Disney movies since I was a child. I saw many fascinating cartoons from Disney. And it made my childhood memories become meaningful. Going to Disneyland is a great way to relax, enjoy friends and family, take a break from everyday life.

Submitted by Moony on Sat, 08/29/2020 - 16:01

I want to visit L.A., Hollywood, Golden Gate and Alcatraz Island. Because are places in that I want to take beautiful pictures and good memories.

Submitted by Mamou1 on Fri, 08/07/2020 - 10:09

If I were in California the place I'm going to visit is HOLLYWOOD I always dreamed to be in Hollywood to see wow they make the movies etc.......

Submitted by jenn on Sat, 05/30/2020 - 20:10

I love San Francisco, it's beautiful and inspiring, it's my favorite place

Submitted by kwein on Thu, 04/30/2020 - 19:18

I don't know i would prefer a place where u can do camping like Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Kentucky, because i like the Nature, but when i have to visit California then it would be definitly LA, the Long Beach.
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Submitted by tonkymonkey on Sun, 04/19/2020 - 07:22

I’ve never been to America . But I wanna go to New York and Universal Studios Hollywood ！

Submitted by titti331 on Wed, 04/15/2020 - 21:49

I have no doubt about the place I'd like to visit in California: the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles. Why? Because I've been Michael Jackson's fan since I was a kid. I like the way he dances and when I was a child I learned how to dance like him. I love his songs like for example “Dirty Diana” or “ Dangerous” and I have also read a book about him.

Submitted by Flatgirl on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 12:14

I want to visit Disneyland because I wished to visit it since my childhood and I love the Disney Characters. I'd like to see Hollywood and visit the hall of fame and see footprints of the stars. San Francisco is perfect I wish to see the city and go shopping or something!

Submitted by Seli123 on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 10:43

I would like to visit Disneyland, because I like the Disney characters and the movis. I would like to see Miki Mous and take many Pictures. Disneyland is a very magical place and i would like to feel this magic.

Submitted by Flare04 on Tue, 03/17/2020 - 08:06

I think Hollywood is the best place to visit. It has Madame Tussauds and you can see how films are made. But the best thing is that you can see the famous Hollywood sign.

Submitted by M_janine on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 12:25

If I have the opportunity to travel to America, I definitely want to visit Disneyland Park because I've never been to Diesneyland and I'm a big fan of Disney films.

Submitted by Cb_In_The_Zone on Mon, 03/16/2020 - 07:41

I would like to visit Los Angeles, because the Grammy Museum must be very interesting and the city seems to be really beautiful ! I wish I will visit this place on the future :D

Submitted by Elife on Mon, 02/10/2020 - 23:28

I would like to visit Disneyland and Alcatraz Island, I think they are fantastic places.

Submitted by ThanhLam on Wed, 11/27/2019 - 16:51

I think all this places are awesome, but the most that caught my eye was the Alcatraz Island because it is one of the most famous prison. When I come to there, I can gain knowledge about history and something more. I hope some day, I'll visit California

Submitted by trucanh01 on Mon, 11/11/2019 - 04:38

I would like to visit Dineyland, which is one of the most magical places, and I can also try out some rides. It will be a exciting trip

Submitted by Phuongduyen on Tue, 11/05/2019 - 14:07

I wish I can visit all the places in California. It can be an exciting experience for me. I can know and learn about cultural, history, story of famous person, enjoy awesome views,... I must earn a lot of money for preparing this journey. Fighting!!!

Submitted by Ricky26 on Thu, 10/31/2019 - 06:08

I would like to visit all the places, specially Disneyland to meet all my favorite characters.

Submitted by nguyenthao0808 on Thu, 10/24/2019 - 09:47

California is one of the most famous and best known states in the United States. California has options aplenty, whether I want to explore nature, have fun with the family, have an adventure, or eat some great food. If I have a opportunity to visit California, Disneyland is the first place I will visit because I am a big fan of Disney channels, it is an important part of my childhood. The next place i will visit is Golden Gate Bridge, I will bring a camera to keep my best memories here.
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Submitted by Tuan_Quoc on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 16:10

I really like watching American films, especially science fiction and adventure films. And if I have the opportunity to visit the United States, including California, the first place I will visit is Hollywood film studio; The birthplace of talented and famous actors and actresses is loved almost everywhere. Besides, I will spend part of my trip to California to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, a famous architectural symbol of the United States and finally the beautiful Venice beach full of sunshine and wind with lots of attractive and varied recreational activities.

Submitted by hamynguyen on Mon, 09/30/2019 - 04:14

Well! If I have an opportunity to travel in California, I'd love to come to Disneyland. It's one of the magic places in the world as you can see. I want to find the magical things from this place.Besides, I wanna catch the wonderful moment and views there.:) Hope I can do that in the future.
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Submitted by Babyshark on Mon, 09/23/2019 - 03:22

If i have a chance to travel to America, i really want to visit Disneyland Park because i am a big fan of Disney movies. I can enjoy many activities, meet Disney’s characters like Mickey Mouse, beautiful princess, and visit the castles.

Submitted by Itsfrank_248 on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 23:56

In mi case and my point of view I'd like to go to Disneyland because I think it may helps back to my childhood, that sounds incredible . I also like to go to Golden Gate Bridge because I love to have awesome views of entire Bay Area and I really love it . This is my opinion

Submitted by Melanie_21 on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 21:13

The California places I would love to visit are Hollywood, Santa Cruz, Disneyland and Venice beach would be one of the best experiences of my life. :)

Submitted by Lifeisbeautiful_16 on Fri, 08/23/2019 - 04:05

I would like to visit Los Angeles, because I love music and dance, it is a dedicated place to do things that would make me very happy...

Submitted by lequangtri on Sat, 03/02/2019 - 13:25

If I have a trip to San Francisco , I will visit Disneyland because I think I'll have a great day there .
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Submitted by Elisadv on Tue, 01/15/2019 - 15:06

Try again) As I wrote, I haven't been to California yet and I hope some days I'll step on American land. I would like to visit a lots of states because every state has an own culture, rhythm, dialect and traditionals! In California I would like to visit all these sights which I read about in this article. I'm a keen photographer and it would be great to take a picture of Golden Gate Bridge and architecture in San Francisco! I'm sure the buildings are unique!
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