【推荐1】Late spring is arguably the best season to visit Amsterdam. The forecast of mild temperatures couldn’t be more perfect for biking around the city and exploring the surrounding countryside by trams and buses. Starting in early April, the legendary tulips begin to bloom, which attracts travelers from around the world. The famous King’s Day corrivaled on April 27, is another major draw.

Places to Visit

Van Gogh Museum

The Netherlands has birthed many famous artists. None more so than Vincent Van Gogh. Works by the tortured artist are on display at his namesake museum. If you hope to see “Sunflowers” on your trip to Amsterdam, be sure to buy tickets ahead of time.

Anne Frank House

Widely regarded as Amsterdam’s most significant attraction, the Anne Frank House invites visitors to learn about the life of the Jewish diarist who hid from the Nazis during WWII through a collection of her writing, photos, videos, and personal items. Keep in mind that tickets sell out months in advance.

Vondelpark

Located in Amsterdam-Zuid, Vondelpark is a sprawling 47-hectare urban green space featuring an open-air theatre, playground, shaded areas, ponds, and cycling paths. When the sun comes out, it instantly becomes a hotspot for afternoon picnics and sunbathing.

Canal Cruise

No trip to Amsterdam would be complete without a canal cruise. It’s truly the best way to see “Venice of the North”. You can purchase tickets on a bigger boat or choose something a bit more intimate and romantic like a private vessel operated by the Pulitzer Amsterdam. Booking early is necessary if you don’t want to settle for second best.

1. Who would probably like to visit Anne Frank House?

A．Artists.

B．History fans.

C．Hikers.

D．Movie lovers.

2. Which place doesn’t need reservation?

A．Van Gogh Museum.

B．Anne Frank House.

C．Vondelpark.

D．Canal Cruise.

3. Where is this text most likely from?

A．A news report.

B．A science magazine.

C．A travel brochure.

D．A tale book.

【推荐2】All-Inclusive Family Vacation Ideas in the US

Here are a few family vacations in the US where everything’s included.

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf and Beach Resort (度假村)—Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

Located on the northeast side of the island of Puerto Rico, this resort is next to El Yunque rainforest and is home to three swimming pools featuring a waterfall. Its inclusive meal plan package includes unlimited drinks, three meals per day and use of the tennis courts.

Grand Hotel—Mackinac Island, Michigan

In the upper Midwest, a stay at the nearly all-inclusive Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island has been one of the most popular family vacation ideas in the country since its opening in 1887. The hotel is only reachable by ferry (渡轮) (no cars allowed), and offers family vacation packages that typically include meals (breakfast and dinner) and resort facilities.

Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort—Port St. Lucie, Florida

Florida’s Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort offers something for everyone in the family: many swimming pools, water sports, golf, a kids’ club and a private beach. And the resort is just two hours away from Walt Disney World and Universal Studios in Orlando.

C Lazy U Ranch (牧场)—Granby, Colorado

Not far from Rocky Mountain National Park, the world-famous C Lazy U Ranch in Granby, Colorado, is an all-inclusive guest ranch that features both classic ranch activities and modern kid-friendly activities. A seasonal children’s program for ages 3 to 17 makes it an especially great pick for family vacations where the adults can use a little alone time while the kids go off and play.

1. Which resort is close to El Yunque rainforest?

A．Grand Hotel.	B．C Lazy U Ranch.
C．Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort.	D．Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf and Beach Resort.

2. If you want to go to the Grand Hotel, how should you go?

A．By boat.

B．By car.

C．By bus.

D．By plane.

3. What do Sandpiper Bay All-Inclusive Resort and C Lazy U Ranch have in common?

A．They own private beaches.	B．They offer kid-friendly services.
C．They have three swimming pools.	D．They are close to Walt Disney World.

【推荐3】Collectively known as Hengdian World Studios, the Theme Scenic Areas is the largest live-action shooting base in China composed of a number of scenic building clusters, featuring characteristics of different eras. The following are four theme areas and some necessary information.

Dream Valley

It is a large-scale night film & TV experience theme park. Dream Valley consists of Dream Culture Village, Aquatic World, Children’s Dream Works, Jiangnan Water Town and Dreamy Dolphin Bay. It is a must-go summer aquatic park enjoying a variety of recreation facility and mainly displaying the natural phenomenon such as volcano outbreak and torrential rain and natural landscape.

Chinese Culture Park

It is a unique park themed on Chinese culture and a preferred destination of historic and artistic significance for appreciating, entertaining and experiencing with distinctive pattern and appearance. It is also the filming location of Chinese Paladin, Legend of the Ancient Sword, Schemes of a Beauty and Eternal Love of Dream.

Dreamful spring valley (Hot-spring Resort)

It is a large health preservation resort and recreational vacation base. It is surrounded by mountains with waters running through and integrates health preservation with hot spring, entertainment, and ecological sightseeing, suitable for family vacation as well as various celebrations, meetings and other activities.

Defense Technology Park

With weaponry in kind and models, it is divided into Exhibition Area and Military Training Area. The park has fully demonstrated China’s military equipment in various periods and the development history of China’s aerospace industry.

Tickets:

Please book the ticket in advance via the official website and official WeChat account of Hengdian World Studios.

Ticket type		Price
Adult	1-day	¥330
	2-day	¥500
Children aged 8 to 13 can enjoy a 20% discount on tickets. A child aged below 8 can entry for free when accompanied by an adult

Admission:

Please bring the original ID card or passport registered at the time of purchase upon admission.

1. Which would be the best choice if you want to watch the performance of volcanic eruption?

A．Dream Valley

B．Chinese Culture Park

C．Dreamful spring valley

D．Defense Technology Park

2. What can we learn about Defense Technology Park?

A．You can learn about Chinese culture there.

B．It is in the Military Training Area.

C．You can hold your birthday party there.

D．You can learn about the history of China’s space exploration.

3. How much should a couple with a 9-year-old boy pay for a 2-day trip?

A．¥600.

B．¥900.

C．¥1,100.

D．¥1,400.

【推荐1】Coastal Living

$20.00 USD

Coastal Living brings you the best seaside spots to shop, eat, and adventure. Enjoy endless inspiration for getaways and family travel traditions, and must-try seafood recipes. Whether you’re looking for the perfect cruise, coast, or cuisine, our digital journal delivers you all the best.

Coastal Living, published by Meredith, is currently published 4 times annually.

Real Simple

$23.99 USD

Find everyday easy solutions with this digital magazine. You’ll enjoy time-saving tips on reducing stress, organizing, dinnertime favorites, beauty products, fashion and tested and trusted health advice. Real Simple is your go-to source to infuse (注入) clean spaces and practical solutions into your busy life.

Real Simple, published by Meredith, currently publishes two double issues, which counts as two of 12 issues in an annual subscription.

Midwest Living

$9.99 USD

Discover the best of the American Midwest. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing weekend getaway or a breathtaking adventure, Midwest Living delivers the inspiration to get you packing. You’ll also get a local eye on the best restaurants and must-visit seasonal celebrations. Plus, soul-warming recipes you’ll love, gardening tips and so much more!

Midwest Living Magazine, published online by Meredith, is currently published 6 times annually.

Successful Farming

$15.95 USD

Get insight and insider information on the world of agriculture in every digital issue of Successful Farming. Farmers have turned to Successful Farming for more than 100 years to get sustainable advice on land, soil, markets, and more.

Successful Farming, published by Meredith, is currently published 12 times annually. Frequency of all magazines are subject to change without notice.

1. Which magazine comes out quarterly?

A．Coastal Living.	B．Real Simple.
C．Successful Farming.	D．Midwest Living.

2. Who are most likely to subscribe to Real Simple?

A．Fashion designers.	B．Reporters.
C．Famed chefs.	D．Housewives.

3. What do the four magazines have in common?

A．They are about daily life tips.	B．They are electronic magazines.
C．They introduce different lifestyles.	D．They have the same selling price.

【推荐2】Tours and Tickets to Experience Ubud Monkey Forest

Overview

Have a great day out in Ubud on this full day out, where you will visit the Monkey Forest, take a jungle swing, walk through the rice terrace, learn about the water temple, explore the culture and countryside of Ubud, and also spend time at the waterfalls. Round trip transfers are included in the price from most places. Note that entrance fees and lunch are extra expenses.

What’s Included

● English speaking driver

● Parking Fee

●Private Transport with Comfortable Air Conditioner Car

● Entrance fee and Jungle Swing are included (if you select the Ubud Tour—All Inclusive)

●Pick Up Service: Ubud, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Legian, Jimbaran, Nusa Dua, Sanur

Additional Information

●Confirmation will be received at time of booking

●Not wheelchair accessible

●Babies must sit on laps

● No recommendation for pregnant (怀孕) travelers

● No heart problems or other serious medical conditions

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund(退款).

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time

● If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid

will not be refunded.

●Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.

●This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

1. What can you do in Ubud?

A．Harvest the rice.	B．Hunt in the forest.
C．Feed the monkeys.	D．Appreciate the waterfalls.

2. Who is unsuitable to join the tour?

A．A wheelchair user.	B．A young baby.
C．A pregnant woman.	D．An English speaking driver.

3. Which of the following may result in a full refund?

A．Change in the tourist route.	B．Change in the start time.
C．Cancellation 20 hours in advance.	D．Cancellation because of weather.

【推荐3】The Astra International Picture Book Writing Contest is a unique competition open to writers for children. We believe that in our increasingly digital age it is more important than ever for children’s first books to introduce them to the pleasures and power of storytelling and the written word along with outstanding visual art. Being exposed to the best picture books can create in young people a lifelong love of reading. By rewarding and showing excellence in the art of picture book writing, we aim to inspire writers to focus on the picture book text as an art form in itself, and to raise the quality of these seemingly simple books for the benefit of children everywhere.

The winners will have the opportunity to sign publishing contracts (合同) with the sponsors to publish the manuscripts (原稿) in different languages. Each winner will be required to agree that sponsors have a one-year priority option to publish their manuscript to receive the cash prize.

Conditions
1. Manuscript must be text written for children age 3-8; illustrations are not accepted;
2. Manuscript may be fiction, nonfiction or poetry;
3. Manuscript must be no longer than 1,000 words;
4. Manuscript may be submitted (提交) in any of the following languages: English, Spanish, German, French, or Chinese;
5. Manuscript must be your original work;
6. Manuscript will not be submitted to any other competition or any other publisher before the announcement of the result of this contest.

For more information, please contact us: astrawritingcontest@readinglife.com.

1. Why is the competition held?

A．To call on people to read paper books.

B．To raise children’s interest in reading.

C．To collect money for children’s education.

D．To encourage high-quality picture book writing.

2. How can the winners get the cash prize?

A．By signing publishing contracts.

B．By not joining in other competitions in one year.

C．By not submitting their manuscripts to other publishers.

D．By giving sponsors the right to publish their manuscripts first.

3. What is a requirement of the manuscripts?

A．They must be within 1,000 words.

B．They must be in the form of stories.

C．They must be accompanied by pictures.

D．They must be translated into several languages.