My parents tried to talk me out of it when they heard about my plan
China is so safe. I never had a moment
The food was
If anyone had an interest in traveling in China, I would highly recommend
2 . Hot holidays that won’t break the bank in 2024
Summer is on the horizon. If you’re planning your next getaway, consider these attractive destinations.
Spain: Costa del Sol
Whether you’re looking for lively beach parties or peaceful bay, you’ll find your perfect spot in Costa del Sol. Not only is Spain a treasure collection of culture, but it is also a perfect spot for the thrill-seekers. Costa del Sol offers water sports like windsurfing and jet-skiing, as well as hiking trails in the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains.
Italy: Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is blessed with jaw-dropping scenery. Exploring charming towns like Positano, Ravello, and Amalfi, you will find each with its own history and charm. The region is famous for its sweet lemon trees. Try the local Limoncello, a refreshing lemon wine suitable for summer.
Turkey: Bodrum
Bodrum has some of the most attractive blue waters in the Mediterranean. Visiting the Bodrum Castle, you can totally expose yourself to history and have fun in the beautiful markets of Bodrum, where you can buy local food, spices, and handmade crafts. It’s a delight for shopping enthusiasts. Bodrum has a bohemian atmosphere with a lively nightlife. From beachfront clubs to cosy bars, the town comes alive after dark.
Cyprus: Paphos
Filled with mythology (神话), Paphos is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with archaeological wonders like the Paphos Archaeological Park. The town combines the old and the new. Depending on the time of your visit, you might catch one of Paphos’ lively festivals, celebrating everything from music and arts to the yearly Carnival.
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1. For a traveler of adventure spirits, the likely destination is ________.A.Costa del Sol | B.Amalfi Coast | C.Bodrum | D.Paphos |
A.Explore modern architecture. | B.Visit World Heritage sites. |
C.Join in the yearly Carnival. | D.Go shopping. |
A.Historic sites. | B.Amazing beaches. |
C.Lemon-made wine. | D.Energetic nights. |
3 . Whether you’re a thrill-seeker looking for the world’s most intense roller coasters or a family planning a vacation filled with fun for parents and kids, theme parks have something for everyone. Disney and Universal rank first with their famous theme parks in the U. S. and abroad, but regional options offer unique experiences, rides, and themes that you won’t find anywhere else.
Tokyo DisneySea, Japan
Tokyo Disney Resort tops the must-visit list for many Disney theme park fans. Tokyo Disneyland is very similar to Magic Kingdom in Florida or Disneyland Park in California, but Tokyo DisneySea is unique with its nautical (海上的) theme, fantastical lands, and beautiful sections inspired by the Mediterranean, Arabian, and American coasts.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
This primarily indoor Ferrari-inspired theme park in Abu Dhabi is a must-visit for car and thrill lovers. It’s home to the world’s fastest roller coaster Formula Rossa, which reaches speeds of 149 mph. When visiting, make sure you also take advantage of the driving experiences, on which you can go around Yas Island behind the wheel of a Ferrari.
Tivoli Gardens, Denmark
One of the world’s oldest operating amusement parks, Tivoli Gardens is a must-visit attraction in the heart of Copenhagen. The park dates back to 1843, and it has rides, theaters, and restaurants spread across its charming grounds and gardens. During the holidays, the park is extra magical with its annual festival when the scene lights up with decorations.
Efteling, Netherlands
Efteling is the Netherlands’ largest and one of Europe’s most-visited amusement parks. Its imaginative rides, gardens, and attractions are themed to Dutch folklore and fairy tales, including a 15-acre Fairytale Forest with more than two dozen scenes. For example, adrenaline-seekers can line up for a thrill ride on the Flying Dutchman water coaster.
1. Which one should you choose if you are into beaches?A.Tokyo DisneySea. | B.Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. |
C.Tivoli Gardens. | D.Efteling. |
A.It is the only indoor theme park in Abu Dhabi. |
B.It provides imaginative rides for tourists. |
C.It is mostly visited by car and thrill lovers. |
D.It has the fastest roller coaster in the world. |
A.Disney or Universal theme park fans. |
B.Families planning a staycation. |
C.Distinctive theme park seekers. |
D.Thrilling rides lovers only. |
4 . Going against the trend of going to well-known yet crowded tourist destinations on vacation, a growing number of holidaymakers in China are spending their holidays at less-known places to look for unique and relaxed holiday experiences. “Reverse tourism” (反向旅游) has appeared as a new trend among young holidaymakers in China.
During the weeklong public holiday, which ended on Oct 7, large numbers of vacationers, especially youth who long to escape their busy city lives, avoid popular holiday destinations in order to get off the beaten track and enjoy some peace and quietness.
According to data from online travel agency Qunar, the number of rooms booked at hotels in less-traveled cities during the holiday was up 30 percent year-on-year. Bookings for four and five-star hotels in less-traveled places, including Linxia in Gansu province and Shizuishan in Ningxia, all increased at least 10 times from the same period of 2021. Even 12.5 percent of youth who normally have little time for themselves simply had a time in a hotel to make the much-awaited holiday more relaxing.
Besides crowds, some vacationers chose less-traveled places to save on the cost of trips to popular destinations, which often involve expensive tickets, meals and hotel stays. What’s more, less-known attractions are able to offer more natural experiences, according to social media posts. And unlike popular destinations, some undeveloped places with little online attention can offer more surprises.
Jiang Han, a senior researcher at the Beijing-based public policy think tank Pangoal (盘古智库), said that reverse tourism will become one of the future directions for the market and is an opportunity for growth which can match the camping economy.
1. If you support “reverse tourism”, you will probably choose ________.A.a famous tourist destination on holidays |
B.a cheap and popular vacation |
C.a developed destination to enjoy yourself |
D.a less-known place for relaxed experiences |
A.By giving numbers. | B.By listing reasons. |
C.By comparing opinions. | D.By giving definitions. |
A.Negative. | B.Doubtful. |
C.Positive. | D.Unconcerned. |
A.Vacationers can save money while travelling. |
B.More and more people accept less-travelled destinations. |
C.People prefer to spend their holidays by travelling. |
D.Young people often have little time to travel around. |
A TV series named “Blossoms Shanghai” has become one of the most talked-about topics in China. Released in both Mandarin and the Shanghai dialect in late December 2023, it
The series,
The ZhiZhen Yuan restaurant in the TV series gets
6 . Ancient builders across the world created structures that are still standing today, thousands of years later. Roman builders built thick concrete sea barriers against waves. Mayan builders created great sculptures, and Chinese builders constructed walls against foreign enemies.
A growing number of scientists have been studying materials since a long time ago. They are breaking apart pieces of buildings and reading historical texts hoping to learn how they have stood for thousands of years. The research has turned up a surprising list of materials that were mixed into old buildings. They include tree bark, volcanic ash, rice and beer. These unexpected materials can have the ability to get stronger over time. Figuring out how to copy these features can have real impacts today. While some of our modern concrete has the strength to hold up very tall buildings and heavy structures, it cannot compete with the durability of these ancient materials.
Many scientists have turned to the Romans. Starting around 200 BC, the Roman Empire was building concrete structures that have stood the test of time. Even in places where seawater has been hitting structures for ages, you will find concrete basically the way it was when it was poured 2,000 years ago. They think they have found an important reason why some Roman concrete has held up structures for thousands of years. That the ancient materials have an unusual power to restore themselves and “cure” cracks when they form is the most shocking for them. Exactly how is not yet clear, but scientists are starting to find the reasons.
Today’s builders cannot just copy the ancient processes. Even though Roman concrete lasted a long time, it couldn’t hold up heavy buildings. Instead, researchers are trying to take some of the ancient materials and add them into modern mixes. People don’t need to make things last quite as long as the Romans did. If we add 50 or 100 years to concrete’s lifespan, we’ll surely require less pulling down, less maintenance and less material in the long run.
1. What were the mentioned Roman and Chinese buildings both used for?A.Defence. | B.Travel. |
C.Soldier training. | D.Seawater control. |
A.Energy-efficient. | B.Long-lasting. | C.Delicate. | D.Flexible |
A.Their large cracks. | B.Their clear concrete. |
C.Their internal structures. | D.Their self-repairing ability. |
A.Contradictory. | B.Expectant. | C.Doubtful. | D.Pessimistic. |
7 . Special Museums In Christchurch, New Zealand
Yaldhurst Museum
Yaldhurst Museum is a place for car lovers in Christchurch city, which displays classic cars over a span of a century. The small museum has a collection of the widest range of car models from horse model to buggy cars.
Open Time: Wednesday—Sunday 10 a. m. -5 p. m. with the last entry(进入) of 4 p. m.
Entrance fee: $10 for students, $20 for adults.
The Toy Collector
The Toy Collector is a new player in the museums in Christchurch. Born recently in 2016, the Toy Collector is for all toy lovers displaying a huge collection of toys from all ages. The place is not big, so you can trip down your memory in just an hour.
Open Time: Every day from 10 a. m. -4 p. m.
Entrance Fee: $20 for an adult, $5 for children.
The Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities
Come and explore the Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, where you can see more than three thousand years of human history through an amazing collection of artifacts from Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Near Eastern cultures. Born in 2017, this small one-roomed museum is a new home for old objects.
Open Time: Wed - Sun from 11 a. m. -3 p. m.
Entrance Fee: Free to enter.
Rutherford’s Den
Rutherford’s Den is a historic space for the country’s most famous scientist—Ernest Rutherford, also known as the father of Nuclear Science. Opened in Christchurch Arts Center in 2016, it is a small interactive museum with collections of Rutherford’s works, such as TV, radio and even telephones.
Open time: 10 a. m. -5 p. m., every day except for Christmas Day.
Entrance Fee: $10 for adults,$5 for students and children.
1. When can visitors enter Yaldhurst Museum?A.At 4:30 p. m., Saturday. | B.At 10 a. m., Tuesday. |
C.At 5 p. m., Monday. | D.At 11 a. m., Thursday. |
A.Yaldhurst Museum. | B.The Toy Collector. |
C.The Teece Museum. | D.Rutherford’s Den.. |
A.They are all small in size. | B.They are all free for students. |
C.They are all new museums. | D.They are all heritage space. |
Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park in Gansu is the best representative of China’s colorful Danxia landform. With a wide
The site is characterized by amazing landforms, including
The most representative spots in the park such as the Seven-color Screen and the Colorful Sunset look like a rainbow hanging in the distance. However, scenes are totally different on the edge of the hills. The colors there turn into yellow and grey like shells in the sun. Scenes are even more breathtaking
9 . Standing on a hill at Cliveden Gardens on a sunny winter day, its dark-green lake surrounded by centuries-old trees took my breath away.
“The English landscape is more beautiful because its beauty is understated,” my friend Will said to me later as we walked through an exhibition at Tate Britain. He pointed to a painting of a peaceful countryside. “This is the landscape I grew up with”, he said. Unlike grand waterfalls or wild forests, this scenery doesn’t shout about its beauty.
I wonder if Chinese tourists will explore beyond London.
Experiencing both cultures, I’ve realized that the English and Chinese both express achievements with understatement.
A.Cliveden isn’t a famous holiday place. |
B.Rather, its beauty is reserved for the locals only. |
C.I’ve been impressed by British humor all the time. |
D.They tend to prefer places with a strong reputation. |
E.But the more I looked, the more I saw its quiet elegance. |
F.Over the years, I’ve become familiar with British modesty. |
G.This mix makes me appreciate the unusual beauty of Cliveden. |
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1. What is special about United Travel company?A.It provides one-stop complete tourism. | B.It supplies the best flight and hotels. |
C.It offers transfer service. | D.Its guides speak various languages. |
A.Send it to your destination directly. | B.Carry it by yourself. |
C.Keep it as light as possible. | D.Hand it to Luggage Concierge. |
A.To diversify the economy. | B.To attract tourists. |
C.To conserve the environment. | D.To entertain readers. |