Traveling can be expensive. But there are some ways to save money when traveling. Try some of the advice below on your next vacation and your wallet will thank you.
Look for city tourism cards. With the card, you can pay less at restaurants and shops. You don’t have to wait for a long time at busy attractions. You might even get free tickets to top tourist attractions. City tourism cards can save your money and time without question.
Don’t get the best room. How long will you stay in your room? Will you just be sleeping there? Do you really need a bigger room with a good view (景色)?
Find a hotel outside a city. It can help you save some money by choosing a hotel away from big tourist attractions, for you are always doing the same — go to the attractions and then return to your hotel to sleep.
Book (预订) a room with a kitchen. Although some people might not like to cook while on vacation, I don’t mind making breakfast in my room. We always eat at a nice restaurant on our last night of the vacation. I’d rather eat breakfast and lunch at the hotel and then spend much money on a delicious supper.
1. With ________, you can pay less at restaurants and shops.A.ID cards | B.tourism cards | C.bank cards | D.phone cards |
A.旅游方式 | B.旅游设施 | C.旅游手册 | D.旅游景点 |
A.How to save money when traveling. |
B.How to get a tourism card. |
C.How to find a hotel outside a city. |
D.How to book a room on the Internet. |
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【推荐1】When you were a little kid, your parents took care of your health matters like scheduling your doctors' appointments (约见) and making sure you took your medicine.
It's perfectly normal to feel nervous when talking with your doctor about these personal and private things. You should be able to tell your doctor about everything.
Your doctor has seen it before. Most doctors have cared for hundreds or even thousands of patients.
Your doctor is there to help, not judge(批评)or punish you.Your doctor is interested in keeping you healthy, not judging you for something you have or haven't done.
A.But that's easier said than done. |
B.So who can you talk to about your worries? |
C.It's your job to talk openly about your worries. |
D.So they've heard and seen just about everything before. |
E.Many parents are happy to see their teens care about themselves. |
F.As you get older, the health matters you face can get more personal. |
G.A doctor's role is to listen, examine, educate, and treat people, not punish them. |
【推荐2】Being Emotionally Healthy
Many people think that being emotionally healthy in modern society is really difficult,
·Think positively
It's amazing how much power our minds have over everything in our lives. A simple positive twist on a situation can turn an obstacle into an opportunity.
To start this difficult step. Focus on gratitude. When you start thinking about the bad thing in your mind, stop. Cut it out.
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You have to work, but you also need to do what's right for you sometimes, regardless of what the world seems to be demanding. Without feeling guilty, book that well-known Kit Kat Bar. Spend a night in. Take a morning off. You'll be twice as energized when you get back to it.
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Art such as music, theater, and visual arts, can improve your enjoyment of life and your health. Listening to or playing music, dancing. Participating in theater, and making your own art can improve both your physical and mental health.
·Travel as much as you can
Traveling can improve your physical and mental health. It allows you to grow creatively, relax and experience new things. However,
A.Take a break |
B.Include art in your life |
C.but that's not actually true |
D.Choose one kind of art to develop |
E.Think of two things you're thankful for |
F.traveling is often difficult if you're living on a budget |
G.so they choose to ignore emotional changes in their life |
【推荐3】Best Ways to Get Rid of a Bad Habit
Everyone has a bad habit or two. Getting rid of habits is a very hard thing to do. Even if you have a great deal of self-discipline, bad habits can be very hard to get rid of.
Tell a friend about your efforts. This will make you more responsible because it is easy to make excuses to yourself, but not as easy to make excuses when your friend asks how it is going. The more people you tell, the more responsibility there is.
·Set futuristic goals. You should imagine a future that involves a life without your bad habit. Whatever the habit you are looking to getting rid of, you should visualize how better your life would become when you get rid of it.
A.Adopt a new habit. |
B.Get proper help. |
C.This also means that you can get more support. |
D.Habits take about three weeks to really come into your mind. |
E.Think of all the opportunities you missed because of bad habits. |
F.Bad habits can prevent a person from making any progress in life. |
G.Anything that offers a change in schedule can be very beneficial for you. |
【推荐1】China now has 53sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Let's have a look at four of them, which may give you some advice on your next travel plan.
Huangshan Mountain
Huangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui Province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 square kilometers, and is famous for its peaks, rocks, pines, clouds and springs. It also has a rich cultural heritage.
Longmen Grottoes
The Longmen Grottoes(石窟) lies in the south of Luoyang city, Henan Province. It includes the largest collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang dynasties, and show the achievements of Chinese stone carving(雕刻).
Gulangyu Island
Located on the entry of the Jiulong River, the island was occupied by at least a dozen countries, including Great Britain, France and Japan. With such a harmonious mixture of Western music and Eastern culture, Gulangyu is naturally referred to as the “island of music”. It is famous for its outstanding musicians and musical instruments.
Ancient villages in southern Anhui
Lying in southern Anhui, Xidi and Hongcun have a high historical and artistic value in architecture. The villages show the architectural features of the Huizhou-styled living houses in the period of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xidi and Hongcun were added onto the list on November 30,2000.
1. In which place can you admire the western music according to the writing?A.Huangshan Mountain | B.Gulangyu Island |
C.Longmen Grottoes | D.Ancient villages in southern Anhui |
A.A couple who want to see natural scenery. |
B.A college student who loves the history of Tang and carving. |
C.A professor who plans to admire the Huizhou-styled architecture. |
D.A family who’d like to experience the mixture of Chinese and Western cultures. |
A.A travel guidebook | B.A history textbook |
C.A scientific fiction | D.An entertainment magazine |
【推荐2】If you were asked to list World Heritage Sites, you would probably think of places connected with ancient art and culture, historical buildings and monuments. And of course, many of these are on the World Heritage List(WHL)(世界遗产名录). But the WHL also contains a lot of sites that are not so famous.Let’s look at a few of them.
Robben Island in South Africa
This island was used as a prison, a hospital and a military base. But it’s probably most famous as a maximumsecurity prison for political prisoners in the twentieth century. Nelson Mandela was one of its most famous residents. The WHL says it represents “the victory of democracy(民主) and freedom over oppression and racism(种族主义)”.
Borders of France and Spain
This is an area of great natural beauty and the mountains have many interesting geological formations. But it is also an area of small farms. People there still use a type of agriculture that used to be common in mountainous areas of Europe but has almost completely disappeared in modern times.
The capital city of Brazil, Brasilia
Brasilia is a capital city that was created from nothing in 1956. The WHL calls it “a landmark in the history of town planning”. The different areas of the city and the buildings themselves were all designed at the same time carefully. Every part of the city shows the ideas of the planner and architect.
Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia
Simien Mountains National Park was one of the first sites to be listed in 1978. It is one of the highest mountain areas in Africa, and the WHL calls it“one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world”. It is also important for its wildlife. The population of some rare animals is getting smaller and smaller.
1. The passage mainly talks about ________.A.the remains of ancient cultures on the WHL |
B.the famous heritage sites on the WHL |
C.some of the not so famous sites on the WHL |
D.places of artistic or cultural importance |
A.it shows us the past European society through the local type of agriculture |
B.this is an area of great natural beauty |
C.the mountains there have many interesting geological formations |
D.people there still use a type of agriculture that is common in Europe in modern times |
A.Simien Mountains National Park, Ethiopia. |
B.The capital city of Brazil, Brasilia. |
C.Borders of France and Spain. |
D.Robben Island in South Africa. |
【推荐3】Take a high quality helicopter tour
from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon West Rim(边缘)!
Highlights
★A great Grand Canyon West Rim helicopter tour with an optional Skywalk
★Eagle Point
★Guano Point
★Hualapai Ranch
What You Can Expect
Your journey from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon begins with a scenic helicopter flight over Lake Mead,Hoover Dam,Fortification Hill and Temple Rock.Upon landing,you will have approximately 3.5 hours to explore.Enjoy a meal at the viewpoint of your choice.
You'll visit Eagle Point,home to the Skywalk, a glass-bottom walking surface that suspended(悬浮)more than 4,000 feet above the Grand Canyon.
At Guano Point,you can visit Highpoint Hike,where you'll see breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River.Also visit Hualapai Ranch where you can go horseback riding. Also at the ranch there is cowboy entertainment,wagon rides,and more.
Finally,if you select the helicopter upgrade option,you'll fly down to a private bluff(悬崖)at the bottom of the Grand Canyon.Enjoy this breathtaking setting and make sure to bring your camera for unique photo opportunities.The activity lasts approximately 40 minutes and features 20 minutes at the bottom of the canyon.
Additional Information
★The listed price does not include a US$15 fuel surcharge(附加费)per person,payable at the time of check-in.According to FAA regulations,all passengers 18 years and older will be required to show photo ID such as a driver's license or passport at the time of check-in.
★All loose objects including cameras are NOT allowed on the Skywalk.Personal belongings will need to be stored in a locker for free.Photos can be purchased at the gift shop.
★Due to comfort and weight/balance of the aircraft,passengers weighing over 136kg will be required to purchase an additional seat.This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour.
Departure Points
From selected Las Vegas hotels
Departure Time
★8 am or 9 am
★Departure time is subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Duration
7 hours
Return Details
Return to original departure points
1. Where is a visitor most likely to see cowboys on his journey?A.At Hoover Dam. | B.At Hualapai Ranch. |
C.At Eagle Point. | D.At Guano Point. |
A.For about 20 minutes. |
B.For about 40 minutes. |
C.For about 1 hour. |
D.For about 3.5 hours. |
A.must arrive at a Las Vegas strip hotel before 9 |
B.can take pictures on the Skywalk |
C.must be 18 years and older |
D.can have a packed lunch |
【推荐1】A new study shows the singing noises made by humpback whales(座头鲸) might be a sign of being lonely. Scientists who recorded humpback whale behavior in Australia discovered that fewer whales made the singing noises as their population grew.
“Humpback whale song is loud and travels far in the ocean,” said marine biologist Dunlop of the University of Queensland in Brisbane. She has long studied humpback whales and helped lead the new study. Her work has centered on humpbacks that reproduce near Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. She made an unexpected discovery as the number of whales sharply rose following the end of commercial whaling. “It was getting more difficult to actually find singers,” she said. “When there were fewer of them, there was a lot of singing. Now that there are lots of them there is no need to sing so much.”
Scientists first began to hear and study the songs of the humpback whales in the 1970s. They used underwater microphones to do so. Only male whales sing. Scientists think the whales sing to display their power.
Eastern Australia’s humpback whales came close to disappearing in the 1960s, when their number dropped to around 200. But over time the population began to regrow, climbing to about 27, 000 whales by 2015. That number is near pre-whaling levels. As the number of whales increase, their singing behaviors changed. Dunlop said while 2 in 10 males made wailing noises in 2004, 10 years later the number had dropped to 1 in 10.
It is said that humpback whales must have been singers long before whale fishing diminished their numbers. But the new study proves how necessary their beautiful songs were to their survival and recovery. Clearly singing became extremely valuable when their numbers were very low.
1. What is the probable reason why humpback whales sing according to the new study?A.Danger. | B.Hunting. | C.Hopelessness. | D.Loneliness. |
A.Humpback whales always keep silent. |
B.The more humpback whales, the less singing. |
C.The number of humpback whales increases sharply. |
D.The farther humpback whales’ songs go, the better. |
A.To show off their strength. | B.To sound a warning. |
C.To leave for their home. | D.To shout for help. |
A.Counted. | B.Doubted. | C.Protected. | D.Reduced. |
【推荐2】If you’ re a student, developing the following skills will help you achieve success in school and in life.
Time management. High-school students have an average of 35 hours per week of class time and college students have an average of 15 to 18 hours per week. Manage your free time wisely and you'll make full use of each day.
Good study habits. If you’ve got them, it’s great. If not, there's still time to develop them. Good study habits include the following:
●Always be prepared for class, and attend classes regularly.
●Finish homework in a timely manner.
●Review your notes daily rather than study for tests the night before.
●Set aside quiet time each day for study, even if you don't have homework or a test the next day!
Good note-taking. Your can't possibly set down everything the teacher says since we talk at a pace of about 225 words per minute. But, you do need to set down the important materials. Note-taking should be in a way that's the most helpful to you. You can try writing notes on different colored cards. If you really have a problem with note-taking, you might ask your teacher if you can record daily lessons.Do whatever it takes.
Review of daily notes. Don't wait until the night before the test to review your notes. Go over your notes each day while the lecture is still fresh in your mind. Add any missing pieces. Compare your notes with a classmate's notes. Review your notes each day to improve your learning and build towards your final goal: mastery of the subject or skill.
1. What is the main advantage of reviewing daily notes?A.To help write down the important materials. |
B.To add any missing pieces to your notes. |
C.To solve the problem with note-taking timely |
D.To help you to master the subject greatly. |
A.get them as early as you can | B.go over your notes every day |
C.study for tests the night before | D.set down all the teacher says |
A.Wise Time Use and Management |
B.The Importance of Good Study Habits. |
C.Tips for Students to Achieve Success. |
D.Good Note-taking and Review of Daily Notes. |
【推荐3】Here is some information about POWER PLAYERS. Read on to find more.
TESLA
When Tesla cars came onto the market, there was no national charging network to allow buyers of them to go on long trips, so Tesla built its own, initially offering free access. Today, Tesla has more than 25, 000 fast chargers worldwide. Though it added charging fees in 2017, Tesla insists Super chargers will never become a profit center.
CHARGEPOINT
Founded in 2007, ChargePoint sells car chargers for homes, businesses, and commercial fleets that come with subscription software. A mobile app connects drivers with charging stations, letting bigger customers manage to charge vehicles themselves.
BLINK CHARGING
Blink Charging designs, makes, and owns car charging stations. In addition to selling power to drivers at its public stations, the company sells chargers to homes and businesses.
VOLTA
This company is among the many trying to control the new EV recharging market. Named after Alessandro Volta, inventor of the electric battery, this company has an ad-supported business model that lets it offer charging at many of its stations for free. The company’s strategy is to install (安装) its chargers, which have built-in digital screens for displaying ads, at busy shopping malls and grocery stores.
EVgo
EVgo specializes in DC fast charging, which it believes will bring the greatest profit. The company partners with grocery stores, hotels, and parking lot operators to install its chargers, making money from selling electricity to drivers.
1. Who was Volta named after?A.The founder of the fast charger. |
B.The father of the electric battery. |
C.The inventor of the built-in digital screen. |
D.The creator of the subscription software. |
A.A mobile app. | B.A charging center. |
C.A built-in digital screen. | D.An ad-supported business model. |
A.Evgo. | B.ChargePoint. |
C.Blink Charging. | D.Tesla. |