1 . My family and I recently went to Australia, to see my grandparents. But before we visited them, we went sightseeing along the Great Ocean Road, on the Australian coast.
Dad had planned to drive, but even though he was used to driving miles without getting exhausted, he then read on the website that the road wouldn’t be an easy drive. Anyway, we thought he deserved to enjoy the fantastic views too, which he couldn’t do as our driver. So instead, we booked discount bus tickets and off we went.
Our first stop was where wild kangaroo lived — and Dad and I were taking a walk when a big one appeared! For a moment, it seemed to consider coming towards us, which made me a little nervous — but then it went off along the road and into the bushes.
That wasn’t the only wildlife we saw. I thought it unlikely we’d see famous Koala bears during our short visit. In fact, at our next stop, we saw roughly six million in that area! Sadly, some gum trees they were in had very few leaves left, which people told us was because of the Koalas, although I’d read that lack of water is indeed the problem.
Dad had booked a campsite for the night, with ready-made tents — for an adventure! I wasn’t sure about that, but they were really luxury tents, within walking distance of some famous rocks and other places we hoped to visit. However, Dad also said the sounds of wild creatures would help us sleep. That sounded worrying — until the “wild creatures” turned out to be frogs! So I was embarrassed by my fears and kept awake by the frogs! But we had fun making meals together.
In fact, this whole trip was fantastic!
1. How did the author’s family choose to travel at last?| A．By car. | B．By bike. | C．By boat. | D．By bus. |
| A．A little excited. | B．A little proud. | C．A little afraid. | D．A little upset. |
| A．heard the sound of frogs | B．was a little cold |
| C．dreamed of some famous places | D．was scared by a dangerous wild animal |
| A．Long. | B．Wonderful. | C．Cheap. | D．Boring. |
2 . Friends always ask why I, a middle-aged woman with no athletic (运动) talent (天赋), travel to perilous places — the jungles (丛林) of Thailand or Borneo, for example, where the water is often unsafe and the food risky; places with infectious diseases, poisonous snakes and the wildest animals.
I never know how to answer. Nine years ago I suffered a stroke (中风). To prevent another stroke, my doctors told me, I’d have to take dangerously high levels of blood thinner (血液稀释剂) for the rest of my life and any travel would be risky (冒险的).
I had to think about what was important to me: family, of course, and friends. But then what? No matter how many times I thought about it, I could not be happy without travel. Then I had to decide how I might manage the risk.
The first real test of my travel courage came nine months after my stroke when I joined my husband, Jack, on a business trip to China. After we’d toured the remains of a Tang dynasty temple on a high mountain, Jack wanted to ride down on a toboggan (长雪橇).
Before the stroke it would’ve seemed like fun. But now? I hesitated. My mental klaxon (高音喇叭) screamed warnings about the consequences of a cut, a fall, and a crash. Then, gaining confidence from who knows where, I lowered myself carefully into the toboggan, which marked my adventure (冒险) travel come back.
In the years since then, I’ve traveled about twenty-five percent of the time. Through it all, my lucks held out—no deadly falls, no car accidents or serious infections. For me, adventure travel is a risk worth taking. Travel broadens my world and keeps me connected to nature. What’s more, saying “yes” to travel keeps me connected to myself.
1. What does the underlined word “perilous” in Paragraph 1 probably mean?| A．Energetic. | B．Dangerous. | C．Romantic | D．Famous. |
| A．Do proper exercise. | B．Enjoy the rest of her life. |
| C．Spend more time with her family | D．Keep away (远离) from traveling |
| A．It was her last adventure. | B．She recovered (恢复) her courage (勇气) through it. |
| C．She liked the beautiful scenery in China. | D．It was the most dangerous experience in her life. |
| A．A business trip to China | B．Stroke, a dangerous disease |
| C．How I overcame the fear of disease | D．Why I still travel to the wild |
3 . The southern New Zealand town of Kaitangata appears the chief example of the countryside landscapes the island is known for; it’s lush (苍翠的), hilly, green, and peaceful. Only about 800 people live there, and it’s a mere eight minutes from the coastline.
For those who prefer the rural, slow lifestyle and community feel in their living environment, it’s basically perfect. And here’s the best part：New Zealand desperately wants you to move there. Seriously.
The small town is heavily involved in necessary industries relating to dairy (乳制品) processing and freezing works, which more than fill the area’s economic needs. In this very unique case, that presents a real problem: there are around 1,000 vacant jobs and too much affordable housing for the residents to fill.
“We have got youth unemployment down to two,” Mayor Bryan Cadogan says, “Not 2 percent — just two unemployed young people.”
So in response to this distinctive crisis, Cadogan and the town’s bank, lawyers, and community services are launching a recruitment (征募) campaign to try and attract candidates to the area with housing and land packages costing only 230,000 NZ dollars, or almost 165,000 US dollars.
According to the local residents, “Kai”, as citizens call it, is warm and mainly concerned with the community.
“This is an oldfashioned community, we don’t lock our houses, we let kids run free,” a local dairy farmer and thirdgeneration native named Evan Dick told The Guardian.
“We have jobs, we have houses, but we don’t have people. We want to make this town vibrant again, and we are waiting with open arms.”
1. If people move there, they can enjoy ________.| A．too much free housing | B．the rich cooking culture |
| C．getting money without a job | D．the peaceful rural slow lifestyle |
| A．Farming and fishing. | B．Dairy processing and freezing. |
| C．Agricultural processing. | D．The farmed animal industries. |
| A．Lacking labor force. | B．Youth unemployment. |
| C．Poor community services. | D．Public security problems. |
| A．a travel guide | B．a science report |
| C．an advertisement | D．a column of Around the World |
Momofuku first created instant noodles in 1958. In 1971, after a visit to America, he created Cup Noodles. When he opened his museum in 1999, he filled it with over 800 cups of noodles, as well as fun noodle activities and a kitchen. Here you can also see a cool model of the work shed(工棚) where Chicken Ramen, Momo’s first instant noodle dish was invented.
Cancun Underwater Museum
Located beneath the water’s surface in the Cancun National Marine Park, this museum became a hit with tourists and divers as soon as it opened in 2010. To get a good look at the 500 sculptures in the museum you have to get into your swimming suits first and bring a diving kit with you!
The Museum of Bad Art
Located in Boston, USA, this museum was opened in March 1994. It has more paintings and pieces of art that it can show, so staff choose 40—50 pieces to put on display at different times of the year. Why they choose to hang rather awful paintings on the walls is a mystery. But guess what? Thousands of visitors turn up every month to view them.
International Cryptozoology Museum
To understand anything about this museum, we must know Cryptozoology, which literally means the study of hidden animals. But rather than focusing on hedgehogs hidden among the leaves, the owners of this museum are more concerned with the likes of Nessie, Bigfoot and the Tatzelwurm, a giant lizard-like creature said to live in the Alps. Opened in 2009, this museum is in Maine, USA. Enter if you dare!
1. What might you see in the Instant Ramen Museum?| A．Cooking tools. | B．Ancient sculptures. | C．Beautiful arts. | D．Strange creatures. |
| A．The Instant Ramen Museum. | B．Cancun Underwater Museum. |
| C．The Museum of Bad Art. | D．International Cryptozoology Museum. |
| A．They try to show something famous. | B．They try to show something unusual. |
| C．They try to show something popular. | D．They try to show something helpful. |
5 . Summer in the Alps from £200
Alpine skiing holidays are seldom cheap, and their reputation (声誉) is longer than the snow season. The Alps chain is long and wide, extending from France to Slovenia through six other nations.
All use either the euro or the Swiss franc, but some countries want more of them than others. Austria’s Wilder Kaiser (Emperor Mountains), in the Eastern Tirol, is about an hour’s drive from Innsbruck, Salzburg and Munich. Four villages —Ellmau, Going, Scheffau and Soll — provide bases for hiking, cycling, horse riding and foodie journies. It’s possible to keep costs down by picnicking instead of eating out, camping or using huts, or doing a “workation” on a farm or other local business.
Top tip
Accommodation providers across the region booked through the official wilderkaiser. info website give guests a Wilder Kaiser GuestCard on arrival, which covers local buses and gives lots of discounts, including on summer cable cars.
When to go
Spring through to the autumn months are really lovely in the Eastern Alps.
Do it yourself
Fly Manchester to Munich with EasyJet (easyjet. com), from £67 return in October. The excellent wilderkaiser. info website offers a range of accommodation options and an easy booking service. We found a two-bed room in HausFries, a lovely guesthouse in Soll, in early October, for £15 per person per night — or two people for £210 for a week.
Perfect package
Expedia (expedia. co. uk) has a flight (exManchester) and apartment package for a week's holiday near Scheffau in Wilder Kaiser for £350.
1. What is a better way to save money?| A．Have a picnic. | B．Go camping | C．Use huts. | D．Eat out. |
| A．On the spot. | B．Over the phone. | C．On the internet. | D．Through emails. |
| A．£ 30. | B．£60. | C．£ 90. | D．£ 210. |
6 . Famous food festivals around the world
Food festivals are held all around the world every year, and people from different parts come to these festivals in large numbers to satisfy their taste buds (味蕾).
The Galway International Oyster (牡蛎) and Seafood Festival
Galway, Ireland
September 26 to September 29, 2020
This is the world’s longest running oyster festival, first appearing in 1954. Apart from the excellent seafood that is served, the festival also features some exciting events such as oyster-eating contests, live music, tasting parties, etc.
The International Mango (芒果) Festival
New Delhi, India
June 30 to July 2, 2020
This festival is a celebration of everything about mangoes. It features different kinds of mangoes and various food items that are made from them. The festival also holds a number of special events such as mango-eating competitions, mango-tasting events, quiz competitions, and plenty of traditional and folk performances.
The Garlic(大蒜) Festival
The Isle of Wight, England
August 17 to August 18, 2020
This is one of the largest events that the Isle of Wight hosts each year, and it shows recipes made from garlic. Some foods made out of garlic and garlic beer are available (可得到的) there. The festival also features live music and a country fair.
The Crave Sydney International Food Festival
Sydney, Australia
October 1 to October 31, 2020
This festival attracts a number of famous international chefs each year as visitors to experience the best of Australian food. From fine dining at famous restaurants to street food to cooking classes, this event has a lot in store for a visitor.
1. Where should you go if you want to enjoy seafood?| A．Galway | B．Sydney | C．New Delhi | D．The Isle of Wight. |
| A．The Garlic Festival. |
| B．The International Mango Festival. |
| C．The Crave Sydney International Food Festival. |
| D．The Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival. |
| A．the Garlic Festival |
| B．the International Mango Festival |
| C．the Crave Sydney International Food Festival |
| D．the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival |
Two villages have been named the Best Tourism Villages 2022 by the World Tourism Organization, thanks to their achievements in
According to the organization, 32 villages in 18 countries and regions including Austria, Chile and China
Figures show that tourism development in Dazhai
According to the bureau,
Jingzhu village, the other village
The World Tourism Organization began to award Best Tourism Villages across the world in 2021
8 . 4 Top Best Tourist Destinations in Australia
Cradle Mountain
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Cradle Mountain is yet another great attraction for tourists and is found in Tasmania. Cradle Mountain is well known for rare animals and plants, rock formations, and beautiful landscapes. In addition, it has the deepest freshwater lake in Australia, Lake St Clair. Since the place has cool temperatures, it offers a room for relaxation away from the cities.
Phone: (416) 367-4359
Daintree Rainforest
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It is one of the most known forests in Australia. Daintree Rainforest is found in Queensland and it is on the list of the World Heritage Sites. It covers 1,200 square kilometers. As a result, it is home to countless species of plants, and insects. It also holds the record for the oldest tropical lowland forests in the globe dating back 135 years.
Phone: (416) 924-9911
Cable Beach
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Cable Beach is a unique kind of beach found on the western side of Australia and it is a tourist attraction. It is a top attraction beach in Australia. The beach has beautiful white sands, offers the best views of the Indian Ocean’s blue waters, and is the best place for beautiful sunset, In addition, it is known for camel rides. Around the beach, there are many hotels.
Phone: (416) 425-6062
Kakadu National Park
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There are several national parks in Australia. One of them is Kakadu National Park which is located in the Northern Territory. It has been listed in the World Heritage Sites. It is well known for its Yellow Waters Lagoon. In addition, the place is full of beautiful birds. For a person who enjoys birds, this is the best place to visit.
Phone: (416) 650-5743
1. Who will Cradle Mountain attract?
| A．Those who prefer to observe waterfalls. | B．Those who like to walk along the beach. |
| C．Those who enjoy living in warm surroundings. | D．Those who are interested in uncommon animals. |
| A．They have a very long history. | B．They belong to the world heritage sites. |
| C．They are filled with beautiful birds. | D．They are famous for various plants. |
| A．(416) 367-4359. | B．(416) 924-9911. | C．(416) 425-6062. | D．(416) 650-5743. |
9 . We have selected four gorgeous film locations in China. If you’re a film fan or an outdoor enthusiast, check them out!
Dajiu Lake Wetland Park & The Assassin
Located in Shennongjia UNESCO Global Geopark, central China’s Hubei Province, the Dajiu Lake Wetland Park, with a total area of 20, 000 hectares, is a rare wetland in the world’s middle latitude, at an altitude of over 1, 730 meters. It’s home to nine lakes on the plateau, and rare animals, such as storks, cranes, and sika deer, which are of great value to scientific research.
Prince Kung’s Mansion & Farewell My Concubine
Situated in Xicheng district in Beijing, Prince Kung’s Mansion, which takes up an area of 60, 000 square meters, was the largest among the residences of princes during the Qing Dynasty(1644- 1911). The mansion, having a large garden with ponds, rocks, and various plants, had stunning scenery all year round.
Fengguo Temple & The Grandmaster
Located in Yixian County, Jinzhou, Northeast China’s Liaoning Province, the Fengguo Temple, a Buddhist temple established in 1020, and covering a total area of 60, 000 square meters, is home to the world’s oldest and largest clay sculptures of painted Buddha statues. The Fengguo Temple was designated as a national foremost protected cultural heritage sitein 1961 and a4A-level tourist attraction in 2009.
Yunshuiyao Ancient Town & The Knot
Situated in Nanjing County, Zhangzhou, East China’s Fujian Province, Yunshuiyao Ancient Town is well-known for its unique tulou clusters at the foot of the mountain. Fifty-three of these earthen buildings are in different shapes and styles. The town is also home to stilted buildings, bamboo pole buildings and mansion-style earthen buildings.
1. What can we know about the Dajiu Lake Wetland Park?| A．It lies in the world’s high latitude. |
| B．It occupies around 20, 000 hectares. |
| C．It’s home to eight lakes on the plateau. |
| D．The animals in it are invaluable for scientific study. |
| A．They are 4A-level tourist attractions. |
| B．They cover an area of the same size. |
| C．Tourists can visit them in the same province. |
| D．Their histories can date back to the same dynasty. |
| A．Some rare species. | B．Various architectures. |
| C．A large garden. | D．Clay sculptures. |
10 . Since the modern Olympics began in 1896, it has been held in more than 40 different cities. That gives Olympic fans quite a few possible travel destinations to choose from!
Beijing, China
Olympic fans should consider visiting the Beijing Olympic Park to check out the special buildings of the so—called “Bird’s Nest” and “Water Cube”—the national stadium and aquatics center built for the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Popular historic places in Beijing include the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and Tian’anmen Square.
Innsbruck, Austria
Located in the heart of the Alps, Innsbruck is known as a great winter destination—which explains why it has hosted not one but two Winter Olympics. Known for its mountainous views, Innsbruck is the perfect stop for outdoor adventurers.
Mexico City, Mexico
This wonderful travel destination offers a wide number of popular museums, historic buildings, and public parks. People will love shopping for fresh meat and produce at the markets, taking a cooking class, and generally eating their way through Mexico City, which is especially known for its culinary(烹饪的)experiences that include both globally well—known restaurants and locally favored street carts.
Melbourne, Australia
Nearly half a century before Sydney hosted the 2000 Summer Olympics, Melbourne became the first Australian host city in 1956. Head to the “cultural capital of Australia”, located in Victoria on the southeastern coast, for an energetic cafe culture and art scene. Melbourne offers something for every type of traveler and everyone can enjoy an evening at one of the city’s many rooftop bars or a day of wine tasting.
1. Where will you go if you are fond of adventure?| A．Beijing, China. | B．Mexico City, Mexico. |
| C．Innsbruck, Austria. | D．Melbourne, Australia. |
| A．Enjoy wonderful culinary classes. |
| B．Get profit from making delicious food. |
| C．Admire beautiful mountainous views. |
| D．Visit special stadiums for the Olympics. |
| A．It is famous for all kinds of wine. |
| B．It has many world—famous hotels. |
| C．It hosted the Summer Olympics twice. |
| D．It can satisfy different travelers’ needs. |
