【推荐2】My picks for this year’s best all-inclusive family resorts in Mexico put an emphasis on safe destinations, plentiful activities for everyone from toddlers to teens, and a variety of price points that should put a family vacation within reach of different budgets,

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya

At Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya in Cancun’s Hotel Zone, you can have your cake and eat it with both adults-only and family-friendly resort experiences. You can visit the expansive outdoor pools or the private beach. For families, the resort’s Roxity Kids Club has daily activities for ages four to twelve, and the Rockaway Bay water park is one of the country’s best with nine slides for children and six high-speed slides for teens and grown-ups.

Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Riviera Maya

Playa del Carmen’s Nickelodeon Hotels and Resorts Riviera Maya is an all-inclusive beach resort designed for kids and families. It’s just 30 minutes’s drive from the Cancun International Airport, so getting there is a breeze with younger kids, and the centerpiece attraction is a massive six-acre outdoor water park called AquaNick.

Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya All-Inclusive Resort

Thanks to its indoor-outdoor design and unspoiled surroundings, breathtaking sea views and refreshing breezes greet you from the moment you arrive at Hilton Tulum Riviera Maya. A section of the resort designed for those with youngsters affords a sense of exclusivity (专有), with an oceanfront pool and mini-water park, swimming pool, giant outdoor jungle gym, and dream-worthy kids club all just steps away from family-friendly rooms.

【推荐3】Introduction to Drama Exams

Our exams inspire and enable learners across the globe to be confident communicators. Exams are open to anyone looking to gain confidence and experience in speech, communication and performance. There are no age restrictions. As one of the UK’s oldest and most respected drama schools and awarding organizations, we examine over 100,000

candidates and deliver exams both online and in person in many countries across the globe.

Now we are pleased to offer free, online “Introduction to Examinations” information session. Booking is now opening for events until Summer 2024.

The 1.5-hour session will begin with an Introduction to Examinations, their history and the format of assessment. Work will then focus on the subjects available to take, and will end with a Q&A phase where participants will be invited to write in their questions to the host organizer.

If you have any questions regarding this, please email examscourses@lamda.ac.uk and we will be happy to help. Looking forward to seeing you online at this event.

【推荐2】You know it’s fun to take in the wine country sights. But have you thought about trying the heights?

Whether you’re zooming down a zip line or floating through the air in a hot-air balloon, there are quite a few ways to experience the high life in wine country.

Here are three options ranging from thrill to chill.

1. Up, up in the air: Multicolored hot-air balloons dotting a blue sky are a signature of wine country and you can be part of the picture-postcard scene. Several companies offer balloon flights, including Napa Valley Aloft, which launches from the V Marketplace in Yountville and has two alternate launching places if it’s foggy. Be aware this is a bird’s-eye view for early birds. Flights launch just after dawn when winds are calmest and temperatures lowest. Prices start at $220 for a ride in a gondola that holds up to 14 people followed by an optional $20 Champagne breakfast. Booking in advance recommended, especially in the high seasons of summer and fall.

2. Zip-n-sip: In Paso Robles, the grape-growing area along California’s Central Coast that was featured in the popular 2004 buddy movie, ”Sideways,“ Margarita Adventures has zip lines that will have you whizzing over forests, canyons and vineyards. The tour concludes with optional tastings at neighboring Ancient Peaks Winery. Tickets are $109 on weekdays, $119 on weekends and holidays, $89 for youth under 18 at all times. Details at http://www.margarita-adventures.com.

3. Glide in a gondola: For a brief but lovely time aloft, ride the aerial tram at Sterling Vineyards in Calistoga. You get a smooth ride up a tree-studded hill and are greeted at the top with a glass of wine as you begin a self-guided tour of galleries and overlooks. Finish with a wine and food pairing on the South Terrace which has sweeping views of the Napa Valley. Open Monday-Friday 10:30 a.m.—5 p.m., weekends 10 a.m.—5 p.m. Admission starts at $29, with additional fees for food pairings, and tickets can be booked through http://www.SterlingVineyards.com.

【推荐3】Traveling is often done by plane or by car, but let's not forget about trains! Taking a trip by railway is a great way to get a first—hand view of a place. Wondering what the best train rides are in the world? Come on!

Belmond Hiram Bingham, Peru

The luxurious (豪华的) Belmond Hiram Bingham offers an alternative way to Peru's Machu Picchu. This trip begins at the ancient capital city of Cusco, goes through the Sacred Valley of the Incas, and ends at the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Andes Mountains.

Glacier Express, Swizerland

The Glacier Express connects two breathtaking mountain resorts: Zermatt and St. Moritz. Along the way, you'll enjoy the astonishing beauty of the Swiss Alps and ride past great grasslands, mountain lakes, and across the Oberalp Pass at 6,706 feet high. This day-long journey also features 91 tunnels (隧道) and 291 bridges.

Trans—Siberian Railway, Russia

Settle in for this trip. The Trans—Siberian Railway is 5,772 miles long, making it one of the world's longest train routes — it goes across the width of Russia! You start in Moscow, cross the Ural Mountains and then the Siberian forest. Over the course of eight days, you'll witness Lake Baikal, the world 's largest freshwater lake by volume (体积).

Jacobite Steam Train, Scotland

Despite its relatively short 84-mile round trip, you'll see a lot on the Jacobite Steam Train. Your journey begins in the Scottish Highlands near Great Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis. While in transit, you'll see green hills, small towns, and cross over the famous Glenfinnan bridge over a valley.

【推荐1】With the arrival of spring, chefs and restaurateurs in the capital city are busy putting the feeling of spring on the plate, with some adding the green color in their new dishes while some are using the fresh seasonal ingredients for their special spring menu.

Fried hairtail and bamboo shoot

Chef Zhao Renliang from Macao Chinese Restaurant has created an all hairtail feast to celebrate the spring season. The fried hairtail and bamboo shoot is one highlight as the deboned fish is tender, which matches perfectly with the crisp spring bamboo shoot and green pepper.

Pork cutlet Katsu Sando

Popular for the dishes that go well with wine, Suzy restaurant has launched more options this spring to provide a relaxing after-work spot. Both pork cutlet Katsu Sando and the Wagyu beef tartare are worth trying, as well as the spicy Jiangxi dishes, which may need another drink.

Marinated crab with Yuzu Tapioca

Italian chef Fabio is waking his customers up after the long winter with his Mediterranean cooking style at European contemporary restaurant Fresco. His new spring menu highlights seafood including lobster, oyster, crab, and sea snails. The balcony of the restaurant has reopened recently, so the diners can enjoy a holiday-style meal with friends in the bustling city.

Fried morel with pea sauce

Fusion restaurant Some Some is offering a Southeast Asian — style spring menu with colorful dishes that taste fresh and light. The fried morel with pea sauce is one must try that the morels are stuffed with beef, pork and chicken filling and the pea sauce balance the grease of the morels just well.

【推荐2】Certainly, India is popular in the world for its cultures. It has some museums that are worth visiting.

International Doll Museum

Yes, the museum is claimed to be the best museum in the eyes of its audience in the country. For the popularity, every Indian kid wants to visit it at least once in his/her lifetime. Sure, there are so many collections of the doll from traditional to modern ones. I also displays typical dolls from various cultures worldwide. It opens every day except Monday from 10 am to 6 pm.

Paldi Kite Museum

Have you ever played a kite in your childhood? Kites are more than just toys to play with. They are pieces of art that motivate people to conduct competitions. Hundreds of kites with unique designs and various shapes are displayed in the museum. Besides, visitors can also learn about techniques to fly them. The museum opens 6 days a week and it is closed every Monday. The operational hour is from 10 am to 6 pm.

Indian Museum in Calcutta

The biggest and the oldest museum in India is located in Calcutta, West Bengal. It is simply known as the Indian Museum. The collections are varied with many categories: history, cultures, arts, botany, and more. Sure. for the history lovers, you can visit the history part, where you can watch and enjoy so many artifacts (手工艺品) from Indian ancient kingdoms along with complete descriptions of them. Besides, there are incredible traditional paintings. Most notably, if you think the mummy is only in the Egyptian museum, it is not completely true. The Indian Museum has it as well. The museum opens from 10 am to 5 pm and it is closed every Monday.

Sulabh International Toilet Museum

The museum houses countless toilet collections, starting from the old and ancient toilets to the modern ones. The toilets displayed are coming from 50 countries and the number is predicted to increase. Sure, many of the collections represent the history and cultures of those countries. The museum opens every day from 10: 30 am to 5 pm.