1 . Four Top Ski Resorts (度假胜地) in Norway

Skeikampen

Skeikampen has been attracting cross-country skiers since 1895, although the resort’s first ski lift was built in 1959. While the 21 downhill slopes (斜坡) are mostly for beginners and middle-level skiers, there is a 3, 000-square-metre kids’ are a with two magic-carpet lifts and two barbecue sites to warm up around, If you love cross-country skiing, then Skeikampen is the spot for you. Plus, it’s the setting for the play Peer Gynt by famous Norwegian playwright, Henrik Ibsen.

Geilo

As one of the country’s oldest ski resorts, Geilo is a great destination for families, Geilo has 37 slopes that range from beginner to black diamond   (the toughest on the mountain). It stretches across a valley with views over two national parks. Geilo is constantly investing more money into this ski resort. Last year, they improved the snow park, upgraded the kids’ area and added new lifts.

Hafjell

Back in 1994, Norway successfully hosted the Winter Olympics in nearby Lillehammer. Many of the downhill ski races were held on the slopes of Hafjell. It’s now the third largest ski resort in Norway. Not only does it offer 47 kilometres of ski slopes and several parks, it also has something called SkiMovie, a slope that’s equipped with automatic timing and filming equipment to document your highlights.

Norefjell

Just one and a half hours’ drive from the capital city of Oslo, Norefj ell hosted the alpine skiing events at the 1952 Winter Olympics. With Northern Europe’s largest vertical descent (垂直下落) of 1, 010m, you may get lucky and enjoy the heights   (when you are above the clouds) over the valley. Alongside a busy ski school, there are 6 restaurants, 30 slopes and 14 lifts.

1. What can you do at Skeikampen?

A．Ski with Henrik Ibsen.	B．Participate in a play.
C．Enjoy cross-country skiing.	D．Eat delicious food for free.

2. What can we know about Geilo?

A．It is lack of funds.	B．It is the oldest ski resort in the country.
C．It stretches across two national parks.	D．It provides slopes for skiers of all levels.

3. What do Hafjell and Norefjell have in common?

A．They can record your highlights.

B．They hosted the Olympic skiing events.

C．They have schools to teach beginners.

D．They are located near the capital city.

2 . What does the woman want to watch now?

A．A movie.

B．A soap opera.

C．A sports program.

3 . We The Curious

Formerly known as At-Bristol, this harbourside science museum relaunched in 2017 as We The Curious to better reflect its mission to get kids to ask questions and engage in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM subjects) in creative ways.

Best things about it

My kids don’t shy away from telling me if they think a museum is boring but here they were too busy rushing from one hands-on exhibit to the next to have any such complaint. They dressed up as bees to catch pollen(花粉) made cheese, watched ice form, weighed human brains and stretched out strips of DNA to compare the genetic sequence (基因序列) of a monkey and an armadillo.

Value for money?

Given that the science museums in London, Manchester and Newcastle are free, it does jar(不一致) having to pay£14.50 for adults and £9.50 for kids(aged 3—15) to get in. Kids under 3 are free. I did have to push them out the door at the end of the day. Weeks on, they still refer back to things they learnt there.

Getting there

We The Curious is near the National Cycle Network(routes 3,4, and 33). The museum has lots of bicycle parking. Alternatively, it’s a 10-minute walk from Bristol Temple Meads railway station or a five-minute taxi ride or 17-minute ferry ride. If driving, follow the We The Curious brown signs and park at the Millennium Square car park for free.

Opening hours

Monday to Friday 10 a. m.-5 p. m., 10 a. m.-6 p. m. at weekends and Bristol school holidays; closed 24—26 December.

1. What highlights We The Curious?

A．Expensive exhibits.	B．Free tickets.
C．Educational and fun activities.	D．A cheerful atmosphere.

2. How much would a couple with their 5-year-old twin sons pay for admission?

A．£ 24.

B．£ 33.5.

C．£ 38.5.

D．£ 48.

3. What do we learn about We The Curious?

A．It charges parking fees.	B．It opens all year round.
C．It is conveniently located.	D．It is unattractive to adults.

4 . In September, thousands of monuments, civic buildings and private homes throw open their doors to offer a rare glimpse of normally of-limits spaces. Here are some less-known treasures around the UK.

Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden

Gladstone’s Library in Hawarden will be running special tours as part of the Open Doors-Wales festival. It was built as a memorial to prime minister Wiliam Gladstope, Take a tour of beautiful Reading Rooms housing 150, 000 books.

September 16, 10 am-2 pm, booking required.

Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow

The atmospheric Britannia Panopticon will be showing off its collection of theatrical relics, props and costumes. Sample Victorian items at the world’s oldest surviving music hall without booking.

September 15 and 16, 11 am-5 pm and September 17, 12 pm-5 pm

Gothic Temple, Stowe Gardens

Visitors to Stowe Gardens will be offered a rare chance to see inside the 18th century Gothic Temple. Though it’s normally rented as a holiday let, its circular rooms and mosaic ceilings will be open to prebooked visitors for one weekend.

September 16 and 17, 10:30 am-4:30 pm, free of charge

Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University

As part of Scotland’s Doors Open Days festival, Edinburgh University’s Appleton Tower will be offering tours of the world-leading School, including a visit to the study suite on Level 9 which offers far-reaching views of the Edinburgh skyline.

September 23, 11 am-2 pm, booking in advance.

1. What can visitors do at Britannia Panopticon Music Hall?

A．They can appreciate theatre-related items.

B．They can listen to the oldest surviving music.

C．They can visit a study room with far-reaching scenery.

D．They can read in Reading Rooms with 150, 000 books in store.

2. Which of the following will appeal to architecture fans?

A．Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library, Hawarden.

B．Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow.

C．Gothic Temple, Stowe Gardens.

D．Appleton Tower: School of Informatics, Edinburgh University.

3. What do Guided tour of Gladstone’s Library and Appleton Tower have in common?

A．They both last for four hours.

B．They both offer classic books to visitors.

C．They both honor world famous figures.

D．They both require reservations.

5 . Road Trip Apps You Need Before You Leave

Best App for Route Planning

Ever wonder how do livery drivers manage to hit so many different places in a relatively short amount of time? It’s because they’re using an app like Road Warrior to plan their routes to be as efficient as possible. However, while many other route planning apps only take things like traffic into account, Road Warrior includes lots of other time-sucking details. The subscription options start at $10 per month.

Best App for Gas Prices

Gas prices have been something of a catastrophe recently, so travelers are naturally focused on finding the lowest rates whenever possible. GasBuddy is one of the most popular apps for locating affordable gas, especially on long road trips. Simply enter the starting point and destination, and then watch as all of the cheapest gas prices along your route pop up. Like many apps, there is a free version, as well as a premium(额外费用) option with added features.

Best App for Planning Sightseeing

For people who aren’t totally focused on getting from point A to point B in the fastest time possible, the Road Trippers app is an absolute must-have. Users can pan their trip from start to finish with as many as 150 waypoints stops when using the premium version of the app, which costs $29.99 per year. It won’t let you miss the famous scenic spots along the way. It estimates fuel costs allows for RV drivers to customize routes friendly to their particular vehicle and lets the user cooperate with friends who are also on the road.

Best App for Family Games and Entertainment

Sure you could listen to music or watch movies, but sometimes it’s fun to throw it way back with classic travel games. The Plates Family Travel app is a modernized version of the classic license plate game. There also a map feature that shows you exactly where you saw all the license plates on your road trip. This app is available for Apple or Google devices for free.

1. Which app can help you save time?

A．GasBuddy.

B．Road Warrior.

C．RondTrippers.

D．Plates Family Travel.

2. Who is more likely to use GasBuddy?

A．Those who like playing games.	B．Those who need license plates.
C．Those who prefer a unique route.	D．Those who care about gas prices.

3. What is special about the Road Trippers app?

A．It is available free of charge.	B．It provides the shortest route.
C．It recommends tourist attractions.	D．It helps its users to make friends.