a. 2. Although we phoned in advance, we couldn't get beds at the hostel.
We phoned in advance. However, we couldn't get beds at the hostel.
In spite of/despite phoning in advance, we couldn't get beds at the hostel.
3. Although i went along Princess Street, i couldn't find a suitable gift.
I went along Princess Street. However, i couldn't find a suitable gift.
In spite of/despite going along Princess Street, i couldn't find a suitable gift.
4. Although Edinburgh is close to the English border, it still had a unique Scottish character.
Ediburgh in close to the English border. However, it still has a unique Scottish character.
In spite of/despit being close to the English border, Edinburgh still has a unique Scottish character.
b. 2. London is a very beautiful city. However, i hate the architecture.
3. In spite of knowing how to swim, we hardly ever go swimming in the sea.
4. I like wearing jeans although they are expensive in my city.
5. The new shopping mall is a long way from the centre. However, i go there often.
