1 . Where to travel solo across the U.S.

More and more people are interested in solo adventures, so we list some best destinations in the U.S. for solo travelers.

New York City

Here, you can expose yourself to classics like the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Whitney Museum of American Art, catch a Broadway show, or treat yourself to afternoon tea at The Plaza Hotel where you can people-watch. Or, you can visit some of the city’s newest attractions. All around town, tourists will love the diverse culinary (烹饪) scene, from street foods to top-rated restaurants.

Hawaii

If you’re looking for total relaxation here, we’ve got two Hawaiian recommendations for you, which offer an immersive wellness experience, combining traditional healing practices with cutting-edge technology, and you can enjoy activities such as meditation, yoga, and fitness program.

Alaska

If you’re planning to take a solo trip, but don’t want to be alone, a boat tour may be the right choice for you. You can count on seeing the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Many lines provide solo travelers with events and group activities, such as dance classes, game nights, and cocktail parties, making connection with other passengers easier.

Key West, Florida

The laid-back atmosphere of Key West makes it a dreamy destination for solo travelers to seek a peaceful getaway. The island’s streets are lined with cozy cafes, fresh seafood restaurants, and tropical bars like Smokin’ Tuna Saloon, a “good place to spend a few hours” according to one recent reviewer, who noted the venue also has live music.

1. What can people do in New York City?

A．Make afternoon tea.	B．Attend yoga classes.
C．Cook diverse dishes.	D．Visit classic museums.

2. Which suits travellers who want to be sociable?

A．New York City.	B．Hawaii.
C．Alaska.	D．Key West.

3. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A book review.	B．A travel magazine.
C．A science report.	D．A biology textbook.

2 . Entertainment in Vancouver

Vancouver offers a variety of entertainment options, from movies to live theatre and concerts. Stay at Sunset Inn & Suites and discover exciting concerts, plays, films and special events, all within walking distance. Here are some options our guests most frequently enjoy.

Queen Elizabeth Theatre

Officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1959, Queen Elizabeth Theatre is modern and spacious and among the largest “soft seat” houses in Canada. It is home to the Vancouver Opera and Ballet British Columbia.

Contact at: (604) 665-3050
Orpheum Theatre

The Orpheum is one of North America’s finest concert halls. It is a National Heritage Site and home to the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver Bach Choir, Vancouver Chamber Choir and Vancouver Cantata Singers, offering entertainment year round.

Contact at: (604) 665-3028
Vancouver Art Gallery

This gallery houses a collection of more than 10, 000 artworks, including a major collection of photo-conceptual work.

Contact at: (604) 662-4719
Fifth Avenue Cinemas (Cineplex)

Vancouver’s Fifth Avenue Cinemas has joined the list of theatres serving wine to movie-goers, meaning youth under 19 are no longer allowed at one of the city’s largest theatres.

Contact at: (604) 734-7469
1. Which of the following is based at Queen Elizabeth Theatre?

A．The Vancouver Opera.	B．The Vancouver Bach Choir.
C．The Vancouver Cantata Singers.	D．The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra.

2. If you want to enjoy some painting works, you should contact at __________.

A．(604) 662-4719.	B．(604) 665-3028.
C．(604) 665-3050.	D．(604) 734-7469.

3. What do you know about entertainment in Vancouver?

A．There are 10,000 artworks in Vancouver Art Gallery.

B．Queen Elizabeth Theatre offers entertainment year round.

C．Orpheum Theatre is one of America’s largest concert halls.

D．Fifth Avenue Cinemas serves wine to movie-goers above 19.

3 . Hersheypark, an amusement park in Hershey, Pennsylvania, has something for everyone. You can have fun riding roller coasters that range from mild to wild. There are also classic family rides, a water park, a zoo, and of course, chocolate.

Now its new section, Hershey’s Chocolatetown, is open! There is Candymonium, the tallest, fastest, longest, and sweetest coaster in the park. It offers a one-of-a-kind experience.

Opening hours for this week

Oct 12-15, Monday – Thursday, closed

Oct 16, Friday, 5 pm – 9 pm

Oct 17, Saturday, 2 pm – 9 pm

Oct 18, Sunday, 2 pm – 9 pm

Tickets:

Buy tickets at www.hersheypark.com

1-Day tickets:   ＄49.95 (Ages 3+)       Free (Children ages 2 or younger)

2-Day tickets: ＄47.50 per day (Ages 9-61)

＄40 per day (Ages 3-8/ Ages 62+)

Free (Children ages 2 or younger)

Tips:

1. Please book your tickets before you visit at www.hersheypark.com.

2. You can download the Hersheypark app to help you plan your visit.

Safety rules:

1. All guests over the age of 2 are required to wear face coverings.

2. Guests should also be prepared to undergo a touchless temperature screening before entering Hersheypark.

3. Follow directions from our team members by keeping 6 feet away from other guests at all times.

Address:

100 West Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033

Contact:   717-534-3900

1. Which of the following is new at Hersheypark?

A．Classic family rides.	B．The water park.
C．The zoo.	D．Candymonium.

2. How much can Mr. Smith (age 38) save if he buys a 2-Day ticket instead of two 1-Day tickets?

A．＄2.45.	B．＄4.90.
C．＄9.95.	D．＄19.90.

3. What do guests have to do before entering the park?

A．They should reserve their tickets by phone.

B．They need to download the Hersheypark app.

C．They need to have their temperature taken.

D．They have to enter the park in groups of six.

5 . The hardest thing about planning a big European vacation is actually narrowing down where to go—there are just so many amazing places. That's why we've put together what we think are the best cities in Europe.

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

Amsterdam is the kind of city that you can't help but fall in love with. It's the kind of place where you dream about moving and buying an apartment that overlooks (俯瞰) a peaceful river. It's relaxing and you get a sense that the locals have an amazing quality of free life. We love simply walking around the canals and exploring the city's neighborhoods.

BERLIN, GERMANY

Berlin is said to be “poor but charming” and we think that's a pretty good description. Actually, Berlin is becoming more expensive as its popularity grows, but it's still the top spot for Germany's artistic scene. Berlin isn't particularly pretty but it's an energetic city with cool people and cooler graffiti-covered (涂鸦) neighborhoods.

LISBON, PORTUGAL       

Lisbon is a hot destination and I doubt it will be quickly moving up in the ranks of Europe's most visited cities. Lisbon is a popular coastal city that's famous for its unique buildings and charming café culture. It's also very friendly on the wallet when compared to other Western European cities—food and lodging are both priced reasonably and attractions are about average.

FLORENCE, ITALY

Florence may be touristy but that’s no reason to ignore this birthplace of the Renaissance (文艺复兴). If you do your research, you can find plenty of excellent Italian restaurants and world-class ice cream. And, of course, the city is beautiful and home to top museums so it's a dream for art and history lovers.

1. Which city best suits people holidaying on the cheap?

A．BERLIN, GERMANY.	B．FLORENCE, ITALY.
C．LISBON, PORTUGAL.	D．AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS.

2. What do BERLIN and FLORENCE have in common?

A．They are famous for food.	B．They are attractive to artists.
C．They are cities of scenic beauty.	D．They are of political importance.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A news report.	B．A travel magazine.
C．A restaurant advertisement.	D．A science column.

6 . Like many young people, Jessica wants to travel the globe. Unlike most of them, this 25-year-old is doing it _______ . She and her husband have spent the last two years traveling the world, stopping everywhere from Paris to Singapore. It might sound like one long, expensive _______ , but the couple has an unusual way to make their travel _______ .

They’re part of a new form of the _______ economy: an online group of house sitters. Throughout their no-cost stays in _______ homes, they feed pets and water plants in the homeowner’s _______ .

It’s not all sightseeing. The two travelers carefully _______ their trips, scheduling their days around the pets that are sometimes difficult to _______ . But house sitting also offers a level of _______ they can’t find in a hotel. “It’s like ________ at a friend’s house,” Jessica says.

The couple has a high ________ rate in getting accepted as house sitters and they always go beyond the homeowner’s ________ . For Jessica, that means ________ plenty of pictures of happy pets, keeping the house ________ and leaving a nice small gift before heading to the next house. “You want to make the homeowner feel that they made the right ________ ,” she says.

1.

A．indoors

B．online

C．single-handed

D．full-time

2.

A．game

B．service

C．vacation

D．procedure

3.

A．safe

B．busy

C．helpful

D．affordable

4.

A．local

B．private

C．sharing

D．agricultural

5.

A．strangers’

B．parents’

C．co-workers’

D．neighbors’

6.

A．favor

B．defense

C．honor

D．absence

7.

A．plan

B．explain

C．compare

D．complete

8.

A．buy

B．transport

C．choose

D．please

9.

A．support

B．comfort

C．control

D．attention

10.

A．cooking

B．staying

C．waiting

D．studying

11.

A．success

B．survival

C．growth

D．unemployment

12.

A．budget

B．abilities

C．expectations

D．understanding

13.

A．admiring

B．donating

C．sending

D．borrowing

14.

A．clean

B．open

C．simple

D．empty

15.

A．guess

B．decision

C．response

D．impression

7 . Wildlife and Adventure Tours

Madagascar

Madagascar is the land of the lemurs. Join us and we’ll guide you through Madagascar, which is the only country where you can experience unforgettable lemur chance meetings in the wild.

www. pioneerexpeditions. com

Tel: 012 0279 8922

South Georgia

Join a tea journey to South Georgia to admire thousands of king penguins up close. The Fallands & Antartica offers kinds of ships to suit all budgets (预算) and requirements. Contact one of our polar experts today for more information and special offers!

www. chimuadventures. com

Tel: 020 7403 8265

China

Pandas are the popular animal mascot (吉祥物) of China. With years of efforts, they have been successfully from “endangered” to “valuable” on the list of species at risk. The tour allows you to watch pandas in their natural habitat.

www. onthegotours.

Tel: 020 7371 1113

Canada

Orcas are fierce killers, making them the kings and queens of the ocean. Orcas have very close­knit families and normally will stay throughout their lifetime. Experienced locally born guides will take you to explore these attractive sea animals.

www. aboriginaljourney. com

Tel: (001) 250 850 1101

1. Which of the following animals are unique to Madagascar?

A．King penguins.	B．Pandas.
C．Lemurs.	D．Orcas.

2. What is special about Orcas?

A．They enjoy a close family relationship.	B．They are gentle animals.
C．They are born guides.	D．They live alone after growing up.

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To encourage people to protect animals.

B．To introduce different kinds of animals.

C．To attract readers to start a wildlife trip.

D．To tell us that the animals are endangered.

9 . Getting off the train and stepping into the places will make your trip a more memorable one than simply admiring the scenery from the window. Check out some of the can't-miss destinations along the Chinese section of the China-Laos railway.

Fuxian Lake in Yuxi

What makes the lake attractive is the possibility that a city lived under its quiet and calm surface. In the 1990s, a large number of stone remains were fond in the lake, which led to a series of underwater research. Traces (踪迹) of ancient constructions were discovered, but their origins are still unknown.

Sun-River National Park in Pu'er

The word "Pu'er" may remind many of the famous tea from Yunnan Province. Back in ancient China, this region also served as an important stop along the trade route-Tea Horse Road. This has much to do with its location. The Sun-River National Park here is highly recommended if you are looking for some fresh air and a close encounter with nature. The rainforests in the park provide habitats for over 800 animal species and 2,000 different plants.

Wild Elephant Valley in Xishuangbanna

For those wishing to interact with the giant creatures themselves, the Wild Elephant Valley is a must-visit. It will take three hours to get to Xishuangbanna from Kunming once the China-Laos railway becomes operational, and a new train station has been set up near the nature reserve, offering more accessible journeys. Extra effort has been made by the government to reduce the effect of railway construction on the local environment.

Starlight Night Market in Xishuangbanna

The Starlight Night Market, as the name suggests, offers a colorful nightlife experience. It is the best place to get to know local people's lives. The market features local food, various activities, and creative art of works by the young. This is also an area for hanging out with other travelers for shopping.

1. What mostly made Pu'er an important stop along the Tea Horse Road?

A．The national parks.	B．Its location.
C．Its natural resources.	D．The famous tea.

2. Which tourist attraction suits people who enjoy an active social life?

A．Fuxian Lake.	B．Wild Elephant Valley.
C．Starlight Night Market.	D．Sun-River National Park.

3. Where is the text probably from?

A．A magazine.

B．A novel.

C．A journal.

D．A report.