Part 2 & 3 – An unusual holiday or event – (Jan ~ August 2024)

Part 2 –

60 seconds to prepare 📝
2 minutes to answer 🗣️

Describe an unusual event, holiday or trip you experienced
You can say:
– when it was
– where it was
– what happened at the event / on the trip
– and why you thought it was unusual

Last year, during the summer, I had the chance to experience a very unusual holiday. It was in a small village in the mountains, far from the usual tourist spots. The event was a local festival, unknown to most people outside the village. It happens once every five years and involves a series of ancient rituals and celebrations that have been preserved over centuries.

During the festival, the entire village transformed. People wore traditional costumes, and there were various performances of folk music and dance that I had never seen before. One of the most remarkable things was the midnight fire dance, where dancers leaped over bonfires in a daring display of skill and bravery.

What made this vacation unusual was not just the festival itself, but the way it completely immersed me in a different culture and time. It felt like stepping into a different world, one where modern life hadn’t touched the deep-rooted traditions of the village. This experience was unique because it was so authentic and untouched by the typical commercial tourism, offering a glimpse into a way of life that is rarely seen by outsiders.

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Part 3 – Unplanned Events / Surprises

How do people generally react to unexpected situations in your culture?
Do you think it’s important to always have a plan, or is it better to be spontaneous at times?
What are some strategies that can help individuals deal with unexpected challenges in life?
How do you think technology has helped us in managing unexpected circumstances better?
Do you believe that young people are better at handling unexpected situations than older people?

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