Debate motion This or that
Mountain holidays beat beach holidays
Fresh mountain air or warm sand and waves? This motion asks whether mountain holidays are better than beach holidays. It is fun because people feel strongly about their favourite trips, and the debate turns on what a holiday is for: adventure and exploration, or relaxation and doing gloriously little.
FOR Argue that the motion is right.
AGAINST Argue that the motion is wrong.
Arguments FOR
- Mountains offer endless activities, from hiking and climbing to skiing and cycling. Every day can be a new adventure, not just another day lying still.
- The views are unbeatable. Peaks, valleys, lakes, and forests change with every turn, while a beach often looks the same from morning to evening.
- Mountain air is cool and fresh, which makes it comfortable even in summer. You avoid sunburn, crowded sand, and the struggle to find shade.
- Mountain trips build memories through challenge. Reaching a summit or finishing a long trail gives a sense of achievement that sunbathing never does.
Arguments AGAINST
- Beaches are the ultimate place to relax. A holiday should be a break from effort, not a schedule of exhausting climbs.
- Beaches suit everyone, from toddlers building sandcastles to grandparents reading in the shade. Mountain activities often need fitness and gear.
- Swimming, snorkelling, and playing in the waves are fun for all ages. The sea offers adventure too, without the risk of steep paths.
- Mountain weather can change fast and spoil plans. A sunny beach is easier to enjoy and needs far less planning.
Sample openers
FORAt the beach you see the same horizon all week. In the mountains, every corner reveals a new world.
AGAINSTA holiday is meant to be a rest. Nobody comes home from a beach saying their knees hurt.
How a match plays
- Two sides. One debater argues FOR the motion and the other AGAINST, taking turns at two podiums: three rounds, or five in a full match.
- Eleven AI jurors. Each cares about something different, and some start out leaning one way. They switch sides as your arguments land. Win eight of them, or the final verdict.
- Your voice. When your turn starts, argue out loud, and the jury reacts to what you actually said. No mic? Type instead.
- Vera or a friend. Vera, our AI debater, takes the other side any time. Or send a friend a private code and argue it out live.
Questions
What is the strongest rebuttal to the adventure argument?
Not everyone wants adventure on holiday. Many people need rest, and beaches provide it effortlessly. Ask whether a holiday that leaves you exhausted is really better than one that leaves you refreshed and relaxed.
How do I win the jury on this motion?
Use vivid, relatable holiday moments like a summit view or a sunset swim. Compare the two directly instead of just praising your side. Jurors reward humour, clear reasoning, and rebuttals. Avoid made-up tourism numbers.
Who will enjoy this motion?
It suits families, classes, and travel lovers. It is friendly and personal, and even players who have only been to one kind of place can argue from imagination and common sense.