European river cruises(乘船游览)
| The Seine, Paris& Normandy Eight days from ￡1,649pp April to October 2023 From Paris, start a wonderfully scenic cruise along the Seine into the heart of one of France’s most historic regions, Normandy. Your tour price includes ·Guided tour of Paris and historic Rouen ·Tour of Claude Monet’s house ·Explore Vernon, one of Normandy’s most attractive towns ·Cruise through the delightful Seine Valley Plus ·All meals on board (except one lunch),including welcome cocktails and dinner, plus the Captain’s Dinner ·Return flights from a selection of regional airports, or seat on the Eurostar with regional rail connections available ·Seven nights in your choice of luxury cabin(船舱)with river views ·Option to add three extra nights, staying in Tour Eiffel from ￡325pp | The Douro, Porto & Salamanca Eight days/seven nights from ￡1,519pp March to November 2023 Explore the attractive Douro Valley, winding through port wine territory on the Iberian peninsula. Discover charming villages, traditions and cuisine. Your tour price includes ·Guided tour of Porto with a visit to its famous port wine cellars ·Full-day hiking to Salamanca with a guided tour and flamenco show ·Traditional music recital with dance display ·Visit to the picturesque town of Lamego and its church Plus ·All meals on board, including welcome cocktails and dinner, plus the Captain’s Dinner ·Choice of luxury cabin, all with river views ·Return flights from a selection of regional airports ·Option to add four days to your holiday, staying in Porto from ￡595pp |
TO BOOK OR REQUEST A BROCHURE Call 01283 742398 quoting Good Food, or to book, visit rivieratravel.co.uk/gldExclusive offer for BBC Good Food readers: All bookings will receive two free standard tickets to one of the BBC Good Food Shows | |
| A．Enjoy the landscape in Paris. | B．Discover the castle in Salamanca. |
| C．Explore the history of Normandy. | D．Appreciate the scenery in Douro Valley. |
| A．Both offer rooms with river views. | B．Both contain all the meals on board. |
| C．Both have regional train connections. | D．Both can have three extra days added. |
| A．Two free tickets to a show. | B．A discount on river cruises. |
| C．A BBC Good Food magazine. | D．A brochure for Good Food Shows. |
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【推荐1】Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle is a park on the central California coast and a National Historic Landmark. It was designed by Julia Morgan for William Randolph Hearst from 1919 until 1947. In 1957, the Hearst Corporation donated the fortune to the state of California. Since that time, it has been a state historic park where its large collection of art and antiques are open for public tours. Despite its location far from any urban center, the site attracts roughly one million visitors per year.
Guided Tours
·Tour 1 is recommended for first-time visitors. It now includes the movie, Hearst Castle: Building the Dream.
·Tour 2 gives visitors a closer look at the main house’s upper floors, Mr Hearst’s private suite, the libraries, and the kitchen.
·Tour 3 looks at the Castle’s North Wing, guest rooms and the guest house Casa del Monte.
·Tour 4 includes the impressive gardens and grounds, the largest guest house, the wine basement, and the Hidden Terrace.
·The evening tour is a special tour that allows visitors to experience the castle at night as one of the Hearst’s own visitors might have.
Ticket Prices
Hearst Castle accepts VISA, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. Free day-use parking is available for automobiles, motorcycles, tour buses and recreational (消遣的) vehicles.
| Tours | Adult | Aged 6〜17 |
| Tour 1 | $ 24 | $ 12 |
| Tour 2, 3 or 4 | $ 24 | $ 12 |
| Evening tour | $ 30 | $ 15 |
*Children under 6 are free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Reservation (预订) Information
While tickets may be purchased at the Visitor Center upon arrival, tour reservations can be made online now or by calling 1-800-444-4445. See below for times.
| Reservation Call Center Hours | ||
| Dates | Monday—Friday | Saturday—Sunday |
| March—September | 8 am to 6 pm | 8 am to 6 pm |
| October—February | 9 am to 5 pm | 9 am to 3 pm |
Visit www. hearstcastle. org for more information.
1. Which tour will you choose if you are interested in libraries?| A．Tour 1. | B．Tour 2. | C．Tour 3. | D．Tour 4. |
| A．36. | B．48. | C．60. | D．75. |
| A．At 8 am on Monday in February. |
| B．At 8 pm on Friday in September. |
| C．At 8 am on Sunday in March. |
| D．At 8 pm on Saturday in October. |
【推荐2】Central Park Picnic Experiences
Having a picnic with family, friends or colleagues at the Pool with iconic views of the NYC backdrop would give you good feelings. We handle all aspects of your event from beginning to end, so you can just show up and have a great time! Fresh baked service! — You can now add games to any picnic experience (details below).
Family-Style Picnic
Serves a minimum of 15 people
Our family-style picnic experience is perfect for big groups! Includes set up & clean up, plus fruits and food. Also includes coolers with ice, blankets, pillows and parasols (遮阳伞). $60.00 per adult, $30.00 per child. Includes a 2-hour picnic with set up and clean up. $50 per add 1 hour.
Social Picnic Party
Serves 10 to 12 people
Comes complete with an entire picnic set up including extra space, blankets, pillows, parasols. The meal is a sampling of sandwiches, roast chicken, potato salad, seasonal greens, local cheese platter, lemonade, water and something sweet for dessert. Perfect for meeting new friends.
We Love This Formal Picnic!
Serves 4 to 10 people
Looking for something more formal? This is special and for you! Includes set up with a set low-rise table for business talk, a great selection of delicious food, flowers, and clean up! Tips not included — and should go direct to your picnic expert.
Birthday Party Picnic
Serves 2 to 18 people
Besides our signature birthday party cake, we also offer a local cheese platter (拼盘), seasonal salad, chips, lemonade and water, plus cookies & brownies for dessert! When you arrive at your picnic spot, one of our picnic experts will have everything set up, ready and waiting for you when you arrive! Includes a 2-hour picnic for 2 with set up and clean up. Add up to 16 additional guests. $50 per add 1 hour. $50 per add 1 guest. Max 18 guests.
Contact us with questions!1. What is a new service for the picnic experiences?
| A．New spots with wonderful views. | B．Whole-process service. |
| C．Allowing for adding games. | D．Offering freshly-made bread. |
| A．$720. | B．$1,020. | C．$1,070. | D．$1,150. |
| A．Expense of picnic. | B．Number of people. |
| C．Age of the group. | D．Purpose of the activity. |
【推荐3】A Cappella Competition
Do you love to sing?
Come and show off your talents at the Chilton Youth A Cappella Competition！
＞October 20th, 11: 00-17: 00
＞Edward Greatcoat Theater, Sealey Road, Chilton
＞Rules
Please remember that this is an a cappella competition!
No instruments or recorded music will be allowed.
Competitors may sing published or original songs in any style.
Competitors must be between eight and 15 years old.
There are four categories (类):
(1) Solo (8-11 years old) (2) Solo (12-15 years old)
(3) Group (8-11 years old) (4) Group (12-15 years old)
※Competitors under 12 years old must stay with a parent or other adult at all times.
※Each competitor must pay an entry fee of $10.
※Winners will receive $500 and a course of 20 lessons with famous voice coach Vickie Leonard.
※Winners will be decided by three judges from the Chilton School of Music. Their decision is final.
＞Additional information
※Please arrive at the Edward Greatcoat Theater between 09: 00 and 10: 00 to register (登记), as the competition will start at 11: 00. The parking lot has limited spaces so you are advised to come as early as possible.
※Shared dressing rooms with showers will be provided for all competitors.
※Tickets for the competition are available at the theater from October 1st. There is no charge for these, but again, spaces are limited.
1. What is the purpose of this text?| A．To invite people to a concert. | B．To encourage more visitors. |
| C．To offer free singing lessons. | D．To introduce a singing competition. |
| A．8:30 a.m. | B．9:30 a.m. | C．11:30 a.m. | D．17:30 p.m. |
| A．You shouldn’t try to argue with the judges. |
| B．You can’t park your car at the theater. |
| C．A competitor can sing a song while playing the guitar. |
| D．A sixteen-year-old girl can take part in this competition. |
【推荐1】Floating markets, where goods are sold from boats, are a famous attraction among some Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand,Indonesia and Vietnam. They can date back to a time when water transport played an important role in daily life.
All these countries are located either on islands or on wet lowlands with broad river valleys. In the early days people mainly used boats to travel. Although the countries now have roads connecting all cities and towns, boats are still used for transport and trade by people along the rivers, especially by farmers.
Farmers bring their products in boats to the markets and sell them to local dealers directly from their boats,without setting up shops. That way can quickly sell their products and return to their home.The local dealers buy the products and sell them to shops in the neighbouring towns or to wholesalers (批发商) from big towns.Floating markets are also a big tourist draw.
The most famous floating market, and a tourist attraction is the one in Damnoen Saduak about 100 km southwest of Bangkok, Thailand. It is crowded with hundreds of sellers and buyers floating in their small boats selling and buying agricultural products and local food. The market opens in the early morning and closes about an hour before noon. In Vietnam, the biggest floating market in the Mekong Delta is Phung Hiep with hundreds of boats. The Cai Be floating market is another well-known one in the western part of southern Vietnam.
A less known floating market is in the Dal Lake, in Srinagar, India. It’s strictly a vegetable market with all products grown in places along the lake. The market opens in the early morning hours.
1. According to the text,it can be inferred play the most important role in a floating market.| A．boats | B．dealers | C．goods | D．locations |
| A．Farmers sell their product to the wholesalers. |
| B．The wholesalers buy products from the boats. |
| C．Products are sold to the local dealer from boats. |
| D．Local dealers buy farmers products from the shop. |
| A．Electric watches. | B．Corns. | C．Cows. | D．Local dresses. |
| A．Damnoen Saduak | B．Phung Hiep | C．the Cai Be | D．Srinagar |
【推荐2】The latest buzzword (流行词) in the tourism industry is “ecotourism”—responsible, environmentally sound vacationing. Ecotourism, or “green tourism,” means taking care of natural resources, protecting endangered species, and preserving and contributing to local communities.
Armed with this “checklist,” I booked a vacation in an “ecoresort.” The brochure looked appealing—a hotel right on the beach, with a large swimming pool and golf course, in acres of unspoiled rain forest.
Unfortunately, the only way to get to this resort (度假胜地) was a 12-hour flight followed by a long taxi ride. I was relieved to see the hotel at the end of the road. It was a low-rise building, made out of local stone. But as I later found out, in order to build the resort, the wealthy owner had bought up 30,000 square kilometers of unspoiled rain forest.
Sunbathing by the glorious swimming pool, enjoying the sound of sprinklers on the golf course, I suddenly realized that this was an area where water is scarce (缺乏的).
So far, not so eco-friendly. I decided to try some of the trips to nearby conservation projects, to give the resort another chance to convince me.
Although it was the breeding season for turtles, we didn’t see any. Apparently the large groups of tourists who arrive at the beach to see the turtles laying their eggs have driven the turtles away. A boat ride to a marine park was also disappointing. The noise of the boats means that the alligators (短吻鳄) are afraid to lie in the sun. The tourists, expecting to see some action, throw stones at the alligators in the water, in the hope of getting them to move.
The trip to the “authentic” local village was pleasant. The resort has turned the local homes into picturesque cottages. However, they are so charming that tourists are buying them, and the locals now live in small towns of badly built houses in the poorest areas of town.
All in all, my vacation didn’t meet any of the standards for ecotourism. But there are many projects around the world where you can have a genuinely “green” experience. My next trip is to a mountain village, as a paying guest in a local family’s home.
I will miss the swimming pool and the golf, though.
1. What caused the writer to choose this resort?| A．The advertisement which looked attractive. |
| B．The resort which was a 12-hour flight away. |
| C．A useful checklist. |
| D．The writer’s love of rain forest. |
| A．Because tourists throw stones at them. |
| B．Because tourists have caused the turtles to stay away. |
| C．Because the noise of the boats has made them afraid. |
| D．Because the tourists take away their eggs. |
| A．He thinks it as a brilliant idea. |
| B．He likes the swimming pool and the golf course. |
| C．He will still strongly support “ecotourism”. |
| D．He is disappointed and will have some doubts about it. |
【推荐3】Argentina lies in the South America. There are many festivals in Argentina during the year. Therefore, you can enjoy the different interesting festivals when traveling there.
First of all, we should talk about the Tango (探戈) Festival inArgentina, which is held in the capital of this country — Buenos Aires, from February to March. You ought to know that Argentina is the home of tango, so Argentinians admire this dance very much. Even if you cannot dance perfectly, you should join the people and try to perform this dance.
The next festival in Argentina is Open Polo (马球) Tournament. You should go to Palermo to see this festival in Argentina. This festival is held every year and is the most important polo tournament in Argentina.This kind of sport is considered the most important in Argentina.
Attending this festival in Argentina, you will be able to communicate with different people and admire the fascinating competition between the teams of different countries, such as Argentina, England, Australia, as well as the US. This festival in Argentina is usually held between November and December every year. So don’t miss the opportunity if you travel to Argentina at this time.
The other festival in Argentina is the Semana Musical Liao Liao. This is a festival of classical music. The festival was created in 1993 and is held at the Liao Liao Hotel, near Bariloche. The festival is held yearly in October. So if you admire this kind of music, you should travel toArgentina in October.
There are also many carnivals in Argentina in summer. Of course, it’s impossible to put everything about festivals in Argentina into just one article. We hope that you have found this article interesting and eye-catching.
1. What would be the best title for the passage?| A．Entertainments in Argentina | B．Festivals in Argentina |
| C．Travel to Argentina | D．A brief introduction to Argentina |
| A．is organized by the government |
| B．welcomes everyone to take part in it |
| C．is held in summer |
| D．holds parties for different dances |
| A．Open Polo Tournament. | B．Every carnival in Argentina. |
| C．The Tango Festival. | D．The Semana Musical Liao Liao. |
| A．Buenos Aires in spring | B．Palermo in April |
| C．Palermo in winter | D．Bariloche in October |
【推荐1】Inventions born out of love
Garbage Disposers
John W. Hammes, an architect from Wisconsin, created the InSinkErator in 1935. Hammes got the idea after watching his wife spend time wrapping food in newspaper and throwing it out. The InSinkErator is a device, installed under a kitchen sink between the sink’s drain and the trap. The disposal unit tears food waste into pieces small enough - generally less than 2 mm in diameter - to pass through the plumbing.
Surgical Gloves
William Stewart Halsted, M.D. (1852-1922) was a well-known US surgeon who is often called the “Father of Modern Surgery”. Known for his strict adherence to sterile (无菌的) working conditions, Halsted invented rubber gloves that allowed his colleagues to lessen the transfer of germs during their work. Yet the initial reason why he created them is more romantic than you would think. Knowing Caroline, a nurse, suffered from a skin disease during her work, Halsted invented the gloves especially for her and gave them to her as a gift after their marriage.
Band-Aids
When Josephine Knight Dickson from New Jersey kept cutting herself while cooking for her family in the 1920s, her husband, Earle Dickson, stepped in. Dickson, a cotton buyer for Johnson & Johnson, according to the company’s website, decided to invent a temporary adhesive bandage for his wife. His creation became the Band-Aid we all know and use today.
Magnetic Shirt Buttons
Maura Horton’s husband, Don, was a football coach who had Parkinson’s disease. One day, after Don struggled to button his shirt before a game, Horton decided there needed to be a better clothing option for people suffering from a disability. So, Horton designed a shirt with magnetic buttons in 2012. These buttons will finally allow everyone to dress and undress themselves efficiently.
1. Who’s the inventor of the InSinkErator?| A．William Stewart Halsted. | B．Maura Horton. |
| C．John W. Hammes. | D．Earle Dickson. |
| A．They made William known worldwide. |
| B．They assisted in the treatment of skin diseases. |
| C．They were originally intended for William’s wife. |
| D．They were invented with the aid of William’s colleagues. |
| A．Band-Aids. | B．Surgical gloves. |
| C．The InSinkErator. | D．Magnetic shirt buttons. |
【推荐2】The Best Mini Freezers in 2024
There are hundreds of mini freezers on the market right now, so we’ve made the decision easier with a list of the best mini freezers, including various sizes and options in every price range.
Hotpoint Manual Defrost FreezerFor anyone who truly doesn’t know where to start, you can’t go wrong with the Hotpoint’s chest freezer. It offers 4.9 cubic feet of space. A removable organization basket is ideal for storing items you use the most to ensure they’re always on top and easily accessible. Plus, you can adjust the temperature as needed to ensure everything is completely frozen through.
Arctic King Upright FreezerIf you’re looking for a unit that’s relatively affordable, then this 1.1-cubic-foot upright mini freezer might be for you. It’s a quality mini freezer for dorms, bedrooms or anyone wanting extra storage for snacks and beverages. You might not be able to fit a lot inside, but it takes up minimal space and is ideal for a single person.
Mide a Mini FreezerWith 3. 5 cubic feet of space, this model from Midea is the best mini freezer on Amazon with thousands of five-star ratings. Unlike many chest freezers, it has a door that opens at various angles, making it easy to grab items quickly. It comes with a storage basket and temperature knob that gives you full control over how cold you keep your food.
Summit Mini FreezerThis mini freezer from Summit is available in stainless steel or wood-panel finishes. The freezer has 4. 7 cubic feet of space and an ice maker. Plus, it has a temperature memory function and a frost-free system that automatically adjusts the temperature to prevent excess frost from building up.
1. Which freezer offers the largest space?| A．Hotpoint Manual Defrost Freezer. | B．Arctic King Upright Freezer. |
| C．Mide a Mini Freezer. | D．Summit Mini Freezer. |
| A．It enables you to adjust temperature. |
| B．It is the best mini freezer in the world. |
| C．Its door remains open at different angles. |
| D．Its price is accepted by most customers. |
| A．Remove the basket. | B．Make ice. |
| C．Fit a lot inside. | D．Save money. |
【推荐3】The word on Acadia National Park is always “sunrise”. The chance to see the sunrise from a top Cadillac Mountain--- at 1,530 feet, the highest point on the US Atlantic coast--- draws huge crowds. But Acadia offers treats for night owls (猫头鹰) as well.
In addition to campfire parties and other programs, forest keepers lead stargazing (观星) hikes throughout the summer. Then in September, Acadia hosts its annual Night Sky Festival.
John Kelly, management assistant at the park, says the annual Night Sky Festival offers activities inside and outside the park ranging from the “fun and silly” to the “highly scientific”. “September’s the clearest month,” Kelly says, “It’s a great month to do stargazing.”
Kelly has a couple of tips for people planning a trip to the Maine coast. First, Acadia is one of a half-dozen or so parks that allows you to buy passes online in advance. Avoid lines by buying a seven-day pass at yourpassnow.com. The National Park Service plans to add other parks to the website, Kelly says, so keep an eye on it for your travel planning.
Also, Kelly recommends using the Island Explorer Bus system, which links hotels, inns and campgrounds with key park destinations, including hiking trails, carriage roads and island beaches. Cyclists, joggers and walkers will enjoy the 45 miles of carriage roads, traffic-free small stone surfaces that were funded and designed by philanthropist John D. Rockefeeller Jr. to highlight the beautiful lakes and mountain views in the parks.
Finally, Kelly advises planning your travel to avoid large crowds. For instance, Cadillac Mountain may be the big draw for sunrise and sunset, but Kelly says, “Ocean Drive is empty and quiet and offers just as great a view as Cadillac Mountain does.”
1. What do we know about Acadia National Park?| A．It hosts Night Sky Festival every other year. |
| B．It is about 1,500 feet away from Cadillac Mountain. |
| C．It offers various activities during the day and night. |
| D．It requires tourists to treat night owls well. |
| A．The weather in September is the best. |
| B．Most stargazers are free in September. |
| C．The nights in September are the longest. |
| D．The cost of stargazing is the lowest in September. |
| A．By picking up one at a ticket office. |
| B．By buying one online ahead of schedule. |
| C．By placing an order for one by telephone. |
| D．By applying to the National Park Service. |
| A．A plane. | B．A train. |
| C．A taxi. | D．A bus. |
