Best Family Vacations in the Caribbean
Choosing a Caribbean vacation that meets the needs of young children, preteens and adults might seem like a challenging task. The following introduction may provide you with some choices.
U. S. Virgin Islands
With three islands to choose from, U. S. Virgin Islands appeal to families who like to combine beach time with a bit of exploration. Virgin Islands National Park on St. John offers this combination — and more — with 20-plus trails and access to popular Trunk Bay beach. Kids will also enjoy Coral World Ocean Park on St. Thomas, where they can swim with dolphins and sea lions.
Bahamas
Beautiful beaches, magnificent reefs and opportunities for horseback riding and surfing lessons make the Bahamas a family favorite. Plus, this string of 700 islands boasts plenty of budget- and family-friendly resorts. One of the most famous resorts — Atlantis Paradise Island — even has its own 141-acre water park and the world’s largest open-air marine habitat for the young to enjoy. At the marine habitat, travelers can enjoy watching various aquatic animals swim by.
Cayman Islands
Grand Cayman, the largest and most popular of this three-island chain, offers families tons of ways to enjoy their time together. Adults and kids can sunbathe, build sandcastles and float in the Caribbean Sea at Seven Mile Beach, or swim with stingrays (刺魟) in the shallow water of Stingray City. To get up close and personal with more sea life, head to the Cayman Turtle Centre to interact with turtles of all shapes and sizes.
British Virgin Islands
Calm waters and pollution-free beaches attract travelers of all ages to the British Virgin Islands. While the destination can be pricey, families can save money by splashing around Smuggler’s Cove, a free beach known for its sea turtles and relaxing atmosphere. Visitors will also enjoy themselves in the Baths National Park.
1. What is special about the U. S. Virgin Islands?| A．The beaches are free of pollution. |
| B．Water sports courses can be taken. |
| C．Exploration lovers may be interested in it. |
| D．Kids can learn to communicate with dolphins. |
| A．By going to a free beach. |
| B．By exploring a national park together. |
| C．By swimming only in shallow water. |
| D．By getting close to the marine habitats. |
| A．They all have a special park. |
| B．Beautiful reefs can be appreciated. |
| C．Visitors have access to sea animals. |
| D．Places for building sandcastles are provided. |
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【推荐1】Do you like travelling? Have you ever thought travelling is all just about fun? Actually, travelling provides us with fun and relaxation.
Travelling helps explore new cultures. Every place in the world has a different culture, which depends upon the language spoken by the natives, the history of the place, and the lifestyle of the people. If you love to know about different cultures, then travelling is the best choice for you.
Travelling helps discover new cuisine (菜肴).
Travelling helps bring out a new self. Most people are unwilling to step out of their comfort zone.
| A．Travelling helps make new friends. |
| B．It does good to our physical and mental health. |
| C．A trip without experiencing local food is incomplete. |
| D．It makes you know the geography of the place and its traditions. |
| E．It also gives us new experiences, enriching our knowledge and life. |
| F．Travelling is the best way to spend some quality time with your family. |
| G．But you should keep in mind that new life starts when you change yourself. |
【推荐2】No matter where you travel in Asia, you’ll find yourself faced with a new culture. You can start your Asian exploration by visiting some of these attractive cities first.
Beijing, China
Beijing is the second largest city in China and serves as the capital. The city is so old, in fact, that almost every building has some sort of cultural or historic features — no matter how small. Getting around the city you’ll find yourself faced with amazing temples, the largest palaces in the world, and many works of art that leave you breathless.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is the capital city of Siem Reap Province in northwestern Cambodia. Siem Reap has a lot of French and Chinesestyle architecture. In the city, there are traditional dance performances, silk farms, fishing villages and a bird sanctuary (保护区) near the Tonle Sap Lake. Siem Reap today, being a popular tourist attraction, has a large number of hotels and restaurants.
Kathmandu, Nepal
Situated in the heart of the Himalayans, Kathmandu, the largest city and capital of Nepal, is considered to be one of the most outstanding cities in the world today. The shopping districts are world famous and the hotels in Kathmandu are among the most comfortable in the world.
Kyoto, Japan
The city of Kyoto served as the capital of Japan from 794 to 1868. No longer the capital, it is known for being the seventh largest city in Japan. Kyoto was destroyed throughout history by fires and war. But now the city is home to more than 1.4 million people, and it presents a modern face to the rest of the world.
Every city throughout Asia has a story of its own. It’s up to you to explore them all and find out exactly what each one has to offer. Enjoy!
1. In Siem Reap you can see the following EXCEPT ________.| A．Chinesestyle buildings | B．excellent art works |
| C．traditional dances | D．a protected bird area |
| A．Siem Reap. | B．Kyoto. |
| C．Kathmandu. | D．Beijing. |
| A．to introduce several attractive cities in Asia |
| B．to compare some tourist cities in Asia |
| C．to tell readers not to visit European cities |
| D．to write an advertisement about a travel company |
【推荐3】Come on a magical hot air balloon flight over Melbourne- one of the few cities in the world that you can fly above in a hot air balloon! Admire Melbourne's city skyline at early dawn as your balloon flies for approximately one hour and then have your nice breakfast.
Highlights:
·Instant confirmation
·Enjoying fantastic views
·Romantic experience, perfect for couples
·Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
The route:
You will be transported to the launch site for your Melbourne balloon flight where you may help with the launch, or stand back and take pictures. Your balloon will drift over Melbourne's parks, gardens and the Yarra River as the city comes to life. As your balloon floats above Melbourne you'll look down on some of the city's famous venues including the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Park and Albert Park racetrack. After the final landing and packing the hot air balloon away, head back to the centrally located Pullman where you can then stay for breakfast or take a quick 10-minute walk back to the city center.
Attention:
Balloon flights in Melbourne are weather dependent and your route will be determined by the winds. Your balloon may fly over Melbourne's CBD. Alternatively, your Melbourne balloon flight may head over the inner suburbs to discover why Victoria is labeled the Garden State.
1. When does the flight begin?| A．In the morning. | B．At noon. |
| C．In the afternoon. | D．At night. |
| A．In Pullman. | B．In Melbourne Park. |
| C．Near the Yarra River. | D．In the Melbourne Cricket Ground. |
| A．The flight's price. | B．The flight's service. |
| C．The landing location. | D．The weather condition. |
【推荐1】Do you want to see some cool art exhibitions? Here are four exhibitions with different styles that you can check out.
Van Gogh’s Cypresses
Time: from May 22, 2023 to August 27, 2023
This exhibit is all about Van Gogh’s famous paintings of cypress trees. He painted them under starry night skies or in golden wheat fields. You can get really close to these amazing artworks and appreciate their beauty.
Cecily Brown: Death and the Maid
Time: from April 4, 2023 to December 3, 2023
Cecily Brown’s exhibition features a collection of her paintings, drawings and more. She explores themes like life, which are about human vanity(虚荣心) and how life is short and fleeting(飞逝的).
Lauren Halsey: The Roof Garden Commission
Time: from April 18, 2023 to October 22, 2023
In this exhibition, you can see a big architectural structure created by Lauren Halsey. It’s inspired by ancient Egyptian symbols, 1960s utopian(乌托邦的) buildings and contemporary marks. And these characters show how this exhibition tries to offer an idea to make public spaces beautiful.
Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery(陶器)
Time: from July 14, 2023 to June 4, 2024
This exhibition focuses on pottery from New Mexico’s Río Grande Pueblos, West Texas’ Ysleta del Sur community and the Hopi tribe in Arizona. You can learn about the different styles and stories behind the pottery.
These exhibitions offer a mix of different art styles and themes. So, whether you likeVan Gogh, contemporary art, or traditional pottery, there’s something for everyone.
1. What does Van Gogh’s Cypresses focus on?| A．Traditional pottery. | B．Modern architecture. |
| C．Natural scenery. | D．Human life. |
| A．It is all about human spirit. |
| B．It is inspired by ancient Rome. |
| C．It is a mix of nature and buildings. |
| D．It offers an idea to make public spaces beautiful. |
| A．Van Gogh’s Cypresses. |
| B．Cecily Brown: Death and the Maid. |
| C．Lauren Halsey: The Roof Garden Commission. |
| D．Grounded in Clay: The Spirit of Pueblo Pottery. |
【推荐2】Are you looking for a ski or snowboarding music festival? There are many world-class events, from dance festivals to comedy shows. Here are our best ski festivals.
Tomorrowland Winter
Alpe d’Huez, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Tomorrowland Winter is the winter edition of the legendary dance festival, bringing Tomorrowland’s set design and epic lineups (阵容) to the town of Alpe d’Huez tor a whole week.
The spot lies in a sunny highland, giving a breathtaking sparkle to its variety of slopes that are suitable for beginners, experts and everyone in between.
Snowboxx
Avoriaz, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Snowboxx is a week-long music festival and snowsports holiday rolled into one in the French mountain spot of Avoirazx. Previous artists who have performed the festival’s various stages around the slopes have included the likes of Craig David's TS5, Fatboy Slim and more.
But it’s not just the lineup that makes Snowboxx one of the most popular winter music festivals. The skiing meets the demands of beginners and experts alike, with plenty of easy slopes and more challenging ones to discover.
Altitude Comedy Festival
Mayrhofen, Austria
28 March 2022 — 2 April 2022
Altitude Comedy Festival is the world’s No.1 alpine (高山的) comedy festival, created in 2007 by comedians Andrew Maxwell and Marcus Brigstocke.
Taking place at one of Europe’s most beautiful and best-loved ski spots, the organizers welcome comedy fans and lovers of winter sports to join them and “ski all day, laugh all night”.
Snowdaze
Candanchu, Spain
18 — 19 March 2022
After the first impressive performance, Spanish snowsports and electronic music festival Snowdaze returns to the Pyrenees for a second edition in Candanchu.
Across the weekend, music lovers will once again take to the slopes by day, exploring the best that the Aragonese Pyrenees have to offer, before going downhill as night falls and partying to the sound of a lineup of DJs.
1. Which festival is suitable for tourists interested in dancing?| A．Tomorrowland Winter. | B．Snowboxx. |
| C．Altitude Comedy Festival. | D．Snowdaze. |
| A．Both feature comedy shows. | B．Both are held at the same town. |
| C．Both have slopes right for all skiers. | D．Both invite J ax Jones to perform pop music. |
| A．It takes place in France. | B．It will last for a week. |
| C．It appeals to electronic music lovers. | D．It starts with the performance of DJs. |
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