C1 Linking Expressions, Conjunctions, Adverbs
Make a sentence with "having said that"
Spain is a great country to live in. Having said that, it can get too hot at times in certain areas.
Jamie is always the life and soul of the party. He's quite shy. (CONTRAST, one sentence two clauses)
Even though Jamie is quite shy, he's always the life and soul of the party. Despite being quite shy and any other correct answer.
Linda's new job is very demanding. She makes sure she spends time with her family. (CONTRAST linker + the fact....)
Despite/In spite of the fact that Linda's new job is very demanding, she makes sure she spends time with her family.