【推荐1】We have many trips for you to explore the world your way. Our travel ideas are as diverse as the world itself and are designed to let you experience it. Please start with the following four trips.

Athens and Crete Explorer

Visit Greek’s famous capital, Athens, and its largest island, Crete, on this Greece vacation. In Athens, tour the iconic Acropolis and head to nearby Delphi to see the home of the ancient Oracle, before flying to the island of Crete where you can explore its capital, Heraklion, and enjoy its world-famous diet of seafood and cheese. Duration: 8 Days       Prices From: US$ 892 Trip Type: Romance & Honeymoon, Tailor-made Travel Ideas

London for Families

Designed to thrill people of all ages, this family London vacation explores the sights, history and magic of this great city. Visit the world of Harry Potter, the original Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum, and take the Original London Sightseeing Tour. Duration: 9 Days       Prices From: US$ 634 Trip Type: Family Vacations, Stopovers/City Breaks, Tailor-made Travel Ideas

Australia & New Zealand

Explore the two most popular cities of Australia and New Zealand on this air-land tour. Start in Sydney, where you’ll tour the Sydney Opera House, sail across the famous harbour, and see koalas and kangaroos at Taronga Zoo. Then head on to Auckland where you’ll explore the twin harbours, learn about Maori traditions, and enjoy unbeatable views of the landscape. Duration: 11 Days     Prices From: US$ 1,999 Trip Type: Vacation Packages with Airfare

Classic Egypt

This tour is a true classic designed to give the traveler with limited time a superb introduction to the civilization of Ancient Egypt, focusing on the Nile and its importance to the people. The ancient land of Egypt inspires the imagination like no other. Unlock the land of the Pharaohs on this 9 day journey along the Nile. Duration: 9 Days       Prices From: US$ 1,495 Trip Type: Classics (Bestsellers), Tailor-made Travel Ideas

1. Which trip is more likely taken by a newly-married couple?

A．London for Families.	B．Australia & New Zealand.
C．Classic Egypt.	D．Athens and Crete Explorer.

2. If you are on the trip to London for Families, you will see ________.

A．the ancient Oracle	B．the world of Harry Potter
C．koalas and kangaroos	D．the ancient land of Egypt

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A travel brochure.

B．A science fiction.

C．A storybook.

D．A textbook.

【推荐2】Apps can help any users, even those who are not students, get more organized and improve their work. Whether or not you are a student, here are some apps worth considering.

Quizlet

Quizlet is a study aid app. It is filled with flash cards on many subjects to study. Quizlet has links to subjects like: Arts & Literature; Languages & Vocabulary; Math & Science; History & Geography; Professional & Careers. The app has a mix of text, images and audio recordings, including pronunciation of words in different languages. Quizlet has games to play and tests to take. Cards are available on the app even when you are not connected to the Internet. Quizlet is available as a free app from Apple’s iTunes store.

Free Graphing Calculator App

The Free Graphing Calculator lets the user create up to four graphs(图表) at once, and lets users adjust the graphs for the best views. You can change measurements within the image easily using the app. The mathematics and science guide within the app can explain some important math or science ideas. The Free Graphing Calculator is free. Users can pay to remove the advertising.

PomoDone App

The PomoDone app can help divide time into blocks for work and for breaks. The app on the computer helps keep track of time blocks for each activity. The app will say when it is time to take a break and when it is time to get back to work. PomoDone can work with other apps and help the user keep track of one’s activities over long periods of time. The app is available for computers from the PomoDone website. The app is free. Paid extra features are available.

1. What kind of work can you use Free Graphing Calculator App to do?

A．Keep track of time blocks.

B．Remove the advertising for free.

C．Make a graph clearer.

D．Study Arts & Literature.

2. Which app can you use to know how to read a word?

A．Free Graphing Calculator App.	B．Quizlet.
C．PomoDone App.	D．All of them.

3. What’s the same feature of the three apps?

A．They can be used to study English freely.

B．They can be used to divide time into blocks.

C．They can be used to explain some important maths.

D．They can be used to help users for free.

【推荐3】Top attractions

Amsterdam is most famous for its artistic heritage. This tradition is proudly on display in the Rijksmuseum(translates as State Museum). Once you’ve taken in all that has to offer, artists, history fans, and families shouldn’t pass up the chance to visit the Van Gogh Museum—containing around 700 paintings and drawings by Vincent and his contemporaries, including Gauguin, Monet, and Toulouse-Lautrec.

Amsterdam is also home to the Anne Frank Museum, where Anne hid with her family during the Nazi occupation of The Netherlands. On a lighter note, taking a canal cruise through its extensive waterways is a rewarding way to see the Dutch capital.

Art lovers get their kicks at:

•The Van Gogh Museum

•Rijksmuseum

•Museum Het Rembrandthuis

Food and drink

Cheese lovers love Amsterdam. You can find an excuse to eat cheese at any time of the day here. Gouda is Holland’s favourite, developing a more intense flavour the longer it’s aged. Find a selection at the markets, try a cheeseboard at dinner time, or just order cubes with mustard for dipping to accompany a drink.

When you’re hungry for non-cheese food groups, you’ll find Michelin-starred restaurants, vegetarian, and organic restaurants that accompany an array of global cuisine. For old-fashioned and modern Dutch food, try these Amsterdam restaurants: Moeders, Haesje Claes, Loetje, Greetje, and De Silveren Spiegel.

Don’t leave without tasting:

•Patat(hot chips with toppings)

•Stroopwafel(waffle cookie)

•Chocomel(chocolate milk)

Amsterdam Fast Facts

Approximate flight times:

• NYC/New York 7 hours 20 minutes

• Philadelphia 8 hours

• Boston 7 hours

• Miami 9 hours 45 minutes

• Los Angeles 10 hours 15 minutes

Entry requirements

Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen area and have 2 blank pages for entry stamp.

1. Where can visitors see Monet’s paintings?

A．Rijksmuseum.

B．The Van Gogh Museum.

C．Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

D．The Anne Frank Museum.

2. What is the best choice for a cheese lover?

A．Patat.	B．Stroopwafel.
C．Chocomel.	D．Gouda.

3. Who is this tour guide written for?

A．Germans.	B．Dutchmen.
C．Americans.	D．Frenchmen.

【推荐1】With the summer holiday just around the corner, it seems like everybody is busy planning their vacations. Here are some tips that can help you enjoy your holiday without emptying your pocket.

Travel off-season

Go to your desired destination while the demand is low and take advantage of huge discounts. During the peak season, the hotel and flight prices increase quickly, and you’ll likely spend more of your vacation time standing in line due to the rush of tourists.     1    

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Websites can help you find discount hotel rooms. Look for places that do not charge extra for children if they use the existing bedding. Stay with the locals. If you and your family are going to stay for a longer period, renting a small apartment is a good choice.

Eat like a local

Why eat at big chain restaurants when you can experience something new? Planning your meals is another way to reduce your travel costs. During your family trip, try new food where the locals eat.     3     For smaller meals and snacks, avoid restaurants and try street food or other takeout.

Don’t hesitate to bargain

Tourist-heavy places are known for overcharging for just about everything. Clothes, travel goodies, souvenirs, etc are very expensive at these places. For this reason, you shouldn’t feel ashamed to ask for bargains.     4    

Choose local transportation

As a tourist, avoid taking taxis whenever possible, since they are expensive.     5     If you are planning to stay for a while, you can consider renting a car. Hiring a car is much easier than carrying your bags everywhere if you are moving around a lot.

A．Save on hotels.

B．Surf the Internet while traveling.

C．Therefore, avoid buying anything there.

D．So it’s best to find out when the off-season starts.

E．This will not only save money, but offer you a new and different experience.

F．Bargain hard to get the best price.

G．Instead, take buses, railways or subways. which are always cheaper.

【推荐2】Everyone loves travelling, right? Unfortunately, money can sometimes be a problem…but not if you’re prepared.     1    

Tip 1：Decide where you’ll go based on your budget.

The cost of your trip can depend greatly on where you want to go. So, knowing the average costs in a country can help you plan your trip.     2     By contrast, Eastern Europe and South-East Asia are cheaper and still offer great cultural experiences.

Tip 2：Choose hostels and campsites.

    3     But sadly, in a lot of places, this is just not realistic for those on a budget. That’s why whenever I travel to countries which are expensive, I choose to stay in hostels or campsites. Hostels are a sure way to meet potential travelling companions while also saving money. Camping is also a great choice for budget accommodation, especially if you enjoy the outdoors.

Tip3：    4    

Another advantage of staying in hostels is that you will always have access to a kitchen. Eating in a restaurant can be very expensive, so you can easily save by cooking your own meals. Many cities have markets where you can buy fresh food and vegetables on the cheap, and you can even try to make the popular food of the country.

Tip 4：Look for discounts on major attractions

Obviously when you’re travelling you want to see everything the country has to offer.     5     Many tourist attractions have a student or youth discount and free for everyone on certain days.

So you see, if you come prepared, you can easily travel the world, no matter what your budget is!

A．Learn to cook traditional food.

B．Don’t always rely on restaurants.

C．How to travel on a budget is a tricky question.

D．Yes, everyone loves the luxury of a five-star hotel.

E．But you can research and see if it’s possible to see them for less.

F．For example, countries like France and the UK can be pretty expensive to visit.

G．Here are some tips to gain beer travel experience, regardless of your bank savings！

【推荐1】Safety and Security Procedures
Your safety and the security of your personal property are of the primary concern to those of us who welcome you as our guest. We urge you to take advantage of the following suggestions.
YOUR VEHICLE
Lock your vehicle and do not leave money or valuable items inside. We are not responsible for their loss.
TRAVELING
Be observant (机警) when sightseeing or traveling. Stay in well-lit and heavily traveled areas. Don’t display large amounts of cash.
GUEST ROOM SECURITY
For additional security use the deadbolt (插锁) provided on your door and make sure the windows are locked. As an additional precautious (预防措施) measure, please secure the secondary locks provided. Do not admit anyone to your room without first making identification. A one-way viewer is provided in your door to assist with identification. If there is any doubt about the person’s identity, please contact the Front Desk.
SAFETY BOXES
Do not leave money or valuables in your room or vehicle. We provide free safety boxes for your use. Hotel is not responsible for items left in room valued over $200.
KEYS
Safeguard your key. Please do not leave it in the door. Do not give your key to others or leave it unattended. Please leave your key at the Front Desk when you check out.
REPORTING
Please report any suspicious activity, or safety concerns to management.
FIRE
Please familiarize yourself with the nearest fire exits. Report fire or smoke to the hotel operator. _______________, please move quickly and calmly to the nearest safe exit and leave the building. Avoid the use of elevator.
1. The suggestions are most probably from ______.

A．a hotel manager	B．a police officer
C．an experienced traveler	D．a tour guide

2. Which of the following is TRUE?

A．It is advised to travel to places where there are few people.

B．The hotel is not responsible for anything you lose.

C．Don’t report to the manager unless you are sure something is going wrong.

D．You’d better use the deadbolt and the secondary locks for safety.

3. I If you feel doubtful about a stranger who knocks at the door, you should _____.

A．let the person in after you have got his/her name

B．open the door to check the person’s ID card

C．call the Front Desk to make sure

D．contact the local police for assistance

4. What does the underlined part “In the unlikely event of a fire” mean?

A．In case a fire happens, though it is not very possible.

B．If a fire happens when some big events are taking place.

C．In case a fire happens in a public building.

D．If a fire breaks out and it is getting out of control.

【推荐2】Do you want to go to take a vacation in Northern Ireland? If you do, here are some places where you can go.

The Sperrins, County Derry and Tyrone

The Sperrins are Northern Ireland’s largest mountains and also its least explored. Starting from Strabane in County Tyrone to the shores of Lough Neagh in the east, Northern Ireland’s largest upland area is a designated (指定的)Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The Mournes, County Down

The wild scenery of the Mourne Mountains sweeps down to the sea. It is the place where C. S. Lewis found his fantastic winter-land of Narnia come to form in his mind, which inspired him to write The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The Mourne Mountains in County Down are famous for a lot of things such as challenging peaks and clear lakes.

Dunluce Castle, County Antrim

The ruin of Dunluce Castle sees a long and amazing history. The castle was first built on the amazing coastal cliffs (悬崖)of north County Antrim by the MacQuillan family around 1500. The earliest written record of the castle was in 1513. The amazing history of Dunluce is matched by tales of how the castle kitchens fell into the sea one stormy night in 1639.

Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, County Antrim

Connected to the cliffs by a rope bridge across the Atlantic Ocean . Carrick-a-Rede Island (home to a single building- a fisherman’s small house) is the final destination (目的地). Suspended (悬空的)almost 100 ft (30m) above sea level，the rope bridge was first made by a fisherman 350 years ago. In 2016, Carrick-a-Rede welcomed the highest number of visitors ever to this exciting rope bridge experience.

1. Who would most probably be attracted to the Sperrins?

A．People loving local cultures.

B．People loving historic places.

C．People interested in natural scenery.

D．People interested in meeting new people.

2. After C. S. Lewis saw the wild scenery of the Mourne Mountains, he got ______.

A．disappointed	B．puzzled
C．frightened	D．inspired

3. What is the writer’s purpose in writing the passage?

A．To encourage readers to take a vacation.

B．To explain the value of visiting Northern Ireland.

C．To compare some places of interest in Northern Ireland.

D．To introduce some places of interest in Northern Ireland.

【推荐3】There are few things that will come close to the excitements of white-water rafting(激流皮划艇运动); after all, this sport can take a turn for the worse if safety measures are ignored. But if it’s done in place, this can be an adventure like no other.

The White Nile, Uganda

The White Nile flows from the rather calm Lake Victoria, but soon bursts into a major force as it runs through Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Sudan. Rafting on the river, though, is best enjoyed when you’re in Uganda, with rapids touching Class V. And now to the best part --- rafting on the White Nile is permitted all year round except in spring, with nine Class V rapids.

The Colorado River, Arizona

When you’re surrounded by beautiful nature, it's hard to concentrate on the task at hand. But if your attention is attracted by nature, you will be thrown into the water. This stretch of the Colorado River has what is probably the largest Class V rapid in the United States, which attracts rafting enthusiasts worldwide. In late spring, snow melts from the Rocky Mountains bringing in some Class V rapids.

The Zambezi River, Zimbabwe

Africa’s got some big thrills in the Zambezi River. It’s full of big Class V rapids. The Batoka Gorge is where the river turns over 23 rapids, going on for a 15-mile stretch below the Victoria Falls. This is best described as the continent’s most thrilling rafting experience all year round except in spring.

The Tuolumne River, California

The Tuolumne River stretches for a distance of 27 miles, where you can experience some amazing Class V rapids. The river will test your rafting skills as you raft along the course. The best time to be here is in early spring. You can also enjoy the wilderness in Yosemite, a valley in California, America.

1. Which of the following can best describe white-water rafting?

A．Competitive but easy.	B．Popular but dangerous.
C．Frightening but worthy.	D．Exciting but adventurous.

2. Which river offers the most thrills in late spring?

A．The Colorado River.	B．The White Nile.
C．The Tuolumne River.	D．The Zambezi River.

3. What do the Colorado River and the Tuolumne River have in common?

A．They cover the same distance.	B．They are located in America.
C．Only experienced rafters are allowed.	D．They are from the Rocky Mountains.