Where can you find a nice place to relax on holiday for both you and your children? Well, I suggest you try the beautiful and green Isle of Wight (IOW). The Isle of Wight is one of the main tourist attractions. Here is some information on a few of the attractions on the IOW.
Dinosaur Isle
It is located in Sandown, a seaside town on the southeast coast. It's a large, lovely museum, both fun and educational. Here you can see a large fossil collection of all kinds of dinosaurs, as well as a gift shop. You can walk into the past and then the future, learning about the history and the development of the civilization of dinosaurs that lived 120 million years ago.
Robin Hill Country Park
The park is in the beautiful countryside, and is suitable for children's parties and games. It has five new gardens, and offers great opportunities to see and take pictures of the rare red squirrels.
The West of the Wight
Here we have the Marine Aquarium, the Archaeology Exhibition and the Model Railway. They offer another opportunity to combine fun with learning. This is a great place to see ancient boats crossing the narrow strait between the island and the mainland.
The Wight Bus Museum
This museum is run completely by unpaid volunteers. It has a bus collection stored in what was once a warehouse (仓库). Most of the buses in the museum date back to around the 1910's.
With all of these choices, what are you waiting for? IOW Tourism welcomes you!
1. It can be learned from the passage that ________.| A．those running the Wight Bus Museum work for free |
| B．on Dinosaur Isle we can learn about all kinds of animals |
| C．there are five new gardens on Dinosaur Isle |
| D．the Wight Bus Museum can be visited free of charge |
| A．show the development of tourism on the IOW |
| B．tell readers what is worth visiting |
| C．attract readers to come to the IOW |
| D．advise readers how to relax on holidays |
| A．travel magazine | B．science journal |
| C．book review | D．film advertisement |
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【推荐1】Planning a visit to the UK? Here we help with ways to cut your costs.
AVOID BIG EVENTS Big sporting events, concerts and exhibitions can increase the cost of accommodation and make it harder to find a room. A standard double room at the Thistle Brighton on the final Friday of the Brighton Comedy Festival (19 Oct.) cost £ 169. 15 at Booking.com. A week later, the same room cost £ 118.15.
If you can be flexible and want to know dates to avoid--- or you're looking for a big event to pass your time--- check out sites such as Whatsonwhen.com, which allow you to search for events in the UK by city, date and category.
STAYAWAY FROM THE STATION If traveling to your destination by train, you may want to find a good base close to the station, but you could end up paying more for the sake of convenience at the start of your holiday.
Don't be too choosy about the part of town you stay in. Booking two months in advance, the cheapest room at Travelodge's Central Euston hotel in London for Saturday 22 September was £ 95.95 . A room just a tube journey away at its Covent Garden hotel was £ 75.75 . And at Farringdon, a double room cost just £ 62.95 .
LOOK AFTER YOURSELF Really central hotels in cities such as London. Edinburgh and Cardiff can cost a fortune, especially at weekends and during big events. As a choice consider checking into a self-catering flat with its own kitchen, where you can cook. Often these flats are hidden away on the top floors of city centre buildings. A great example is the historic O'Neill Flat on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, available for £ 420 for five days in late September, with room for four adults.
GET ON A BIKE London’s "Boris bikes' have attracted the most attention, but other cities also have similar programs that let you rent a bicycle and explore at your own pace, saving you on public transport or car parking costs.
Among the smaller cities with their own programs are Newcastle (casual members pay around £ 1.50 for two hours) and Cardiff (free for up to 30 minutes, or £5 per day).
1. The Brighton Comedy Festival is mentioned mainly to show big events may ________.| A．help travelers pass time |
| B．attract lots of travelers to the UK |
| C．allow travelers to make flexible plans |
| D．cause travelers to pay more for accommodation |
| A．a hotel away from the train station | B．the tube line to Covent Garden |
| C．an ideal holiday destination | D．the name of a travel agency |
| A．lies on the ground floor |
| B．is located in central London |
| C．provides cooking facilities for tourists |
| D．costs over £100 on average per day in late September |
| A．half an hour | B．one hour |
| C．one hour and a half | D．two hours |
| A．to tell visitors how to book in advance |
| B．to supply visitors with hotel information |
| C．to show visitors the importance of self-help |
| D．to offer visitors some money-saving tips |
【推荐2】Have you ever been to the following places?If not,try to find a chance to visit them.
Fez,Morocco
Fez,about 240 miles northeast from Marrakech,a wonderful scene is taking root slowly.It started with immigrants building castles,and continues as hotels and restaurants.The biggest news is that the Hotel Sahrai is completed with a bar and 50 rooms,many overlooking a pool.
Catskills,New York
The region that welcomed Jewish families in the 50s,hippies in the 60s,and soon,casino gamblers（赌博者）. Many stylish B&Bs have opened.Among them are the Hotel Dylan in Woodstock,the Arnold House in Livingston Manor,with its bar and diminutive spa（水疗中心）.So now is the time to enjoy fly-fishing,hiking and other peaceful experiences.
Rotterdam,Netherlands
The constantly unfolding city center in Rotterdam has become one amazing explosion of style,which surprised the tourists greatly.The latest attraction,and reason enough to visit,is the MVRDV-designed Markthal,an igloo（圆顶冰屋）-like horseshoe that houses 20 shops,nine restaurants and 228 apartments.It also happens to be Holland's largest artwork.
Chengdu,China
Famous for its 1,600 pandas,most of which still live in the wild,Chengdu has introduced a 72-hour no-visa policy that makes it easier for Americans to drop in on one of the city's three major panda research facilities.But it's worth sticking around longer to experience what's doing in Chengdu,a city on the rise.One of the shiniest attractions is New Century Global Centre,the world's largest building,complete with an artificial beach.
1. What can a tourist do in Catskills?| A．Go fishing and hiking. |
| B．Design igloos with tourists. |
| C．play with the pandas in the wild. |
| D．Join the local people in building castles. |
| A．The Hotel Sahrai. |
| B．The Hotel Dylan. |
| C．Markthal. |
| D．New Century Global Centre. |
| A．It improved its quality of service. |
| B．It built the world's largest building. |
| C．It introduced a 72-hour no-visa policy. |
| D．It completed a building with an artificial beach. |
【推荐3】During a vacation, there are plenty of optional destinations for your family to choose from.
To help you decide, here are four of the best cities for family vacation.
Washington, D.C.
The nation’s capital is a treasure place of fun family activities that just happen to be rich with history. Start off exploring the National Mall and you’ll find the monuments of former presidents, such as Lincoln Memorial, and Thomas Jefferson Memorial all within walking distance. Then there are many museums.
Boston
Can’t get enough of U.S. history? A trip to Boston just might be for you. Go back in time by taking a tour of the USS Constitution, aka Old Ironsides. From there, walk the Freedom Trail where you’ll come across such landmarks as Boston Massacre Site, Old North Church, Paul Revere House, and Bunker Hill Monument.
Los Angeles
There is always something to do in Los Angeles. For starters, enjoy a beach day on the miles and miles of coastline. Malibu, Redondo, Manhattan, Venice, and Hermosa are just a handful of sunny SoCal beaches. In need of some culture? Get your art and architecture on at the Getty Center, where admission is free but you do have to pay to park.
San Francisco
If Southern California isn’t your speed, perhaps Northern California is. And San Francisco is a great place for a family to explore. Start by driving, or walking, across the Golden Gate Bridge. On the west side of the city is over 1,000 acres known as Golden Gate park, home to gardens, trails, playgrounds and much more.
1. Which city can you visit to know about late American presidents?| A．San Francisco. | B．Boston. | C．Los Angeles. | D．Washington, D.C. |
| A．At the Getty Center. |
| B．Along the Freedom Trail. |
| C．In the Golden Gate Park. |
| D．Near the Bunker Hill Monument. |
| A．Visit some famous monuments. |
| B．Drive across the Golden Gate Park. |
| C．Enjoy some gardens or playgrounds. |
| D．Learn some culture and architecture. |
【推荐1】Gallery policies
for visitors to National Gallery of Art
Visitors must present all carried items for inspection upon entry. All luggage, backpacks, umbrellas, parcels and oversized bags must be left in the checkrooms, free of charge, located at the entrances to both the East and West Buildings. These items will have to be X-rayed before being accepted. Items of value, such as laptop computers, cameras, and fur coats, may not be left in the checkrooms but may be carried into the Gallery.
We regret that we do not have enough space for items larger than 17 x26 inches into the Gallery or its checkrooms.
Additional security procedures and checks may be taken according to the decision of the Gallery.
For the safety of the artworks and other visitors, nothing may be carried on a visitor’s back. Soft front baby carriers are allowed, but children may not be carried on shoulders or in a child carrier worn on the back. Pushchairs are available free of charge near each checkroom.
Smoking is prohibited. Food and drink are not permitted outside the food service areas. Unopened bottled water may be carried only in a visitor’s bag.
Talking on cellphones is not permitted in the Gallery. Animals, other than service animals, are not permitted in the Gallery.
Skateboarding is prohibited.
Photography and video for personal use are permitted except in special exhibitions and where specifically prohibited. Tripods(三脚架) are not allowed.
Please do not touch the works of art.
1. When people come to visit the Gallery, they should ________| A．leave all their carried items in the checkrooms |
| B．have all their carried items X-rayed at the entrance |
| C．take all their carried items with them without inspection |
| D．have all their carried items inspected at the entrance |
| A．Visitors have to keep their valuable items in the checkrooms. |
| B．The size of items allowed into the Gallery and its checkrooms is limited. |
| C．It has to charge visitors for keeping the oversized items. |
| D．Items over 17 x26 inches must go through additional checks. |
| A．can carry their children in soft front child carriers |
| B．can carry their children on their shoulders |
| C．can carry their children in child carriers worn on the back |
| D．ought to pay if they want to use pushchairs for their children |
| A．photography and video for personal use are allowed anywhere in the Gallery |
| B．photography and video are permitted in some places for personal use |
| C．photography and video are totally forbidden in the Gallery |
| D．tripods are allowed except in some special exhibitions |
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【推荐3】Heritage Open Days 2023
CITYWIDE *Sep 8th-17th, 2023 *free *family friendly
Heritage Open Days is an annual celebration of England’s architecture and culture that gives people access to historical buildings that either are not ordinarily open to the public or require an entrance fee. It also consists of architectural and cultural events and activities.
HISTORY
The history of Heritage Open Days can actually date back to 1994 when England joined European Heritage Days Community along with some other countries, but the first-ever Heritage Open Days was not held until September 2018. Heritage Open Days does not cover the entire UK; it only operates in England except for London.
DATE
Every year, the dates of visit are announced and new activities and events are planned. Although the dates differ annually, the holiday usually lasts for 10 days in September. This year, it is held from September 8th to 17th.
ACTIVITIES
| ※Visit a Heritage Open Days site: Take advantage of these days and visit some of the many historical landmarks that are part of Heritage Open Days. You can also participate in the different events and activities that are organized for visitors. |
| ※Volunteer: If you are in the visit area, volunteer for Heritage Open Days. You could donate time, money, or efforts to the festivities and become a part of the celebration in a new and more meaningful way. |
| ※Learn more: If you are not in England or unable to participate, take this chance to learn about the history and culture of England and how Heritage Open Days came into existence. |
| A．Organize family activities at will. | B．Visit historical buildings for free. |
| C．Learn more about European Heritage Days. | D．Attend the celebration throughout September. |
| A．It was first held in 1994. | B．It is celebrated across the UK. |
| C．Its dates rarely change each year. | D．Its programs vary from year to year. |
| A．How to celebrate the festival. | B．Where to volunteer for the celebration. |
| C．Why to participate in the celebration | D．What to enjoy during the festival. |
