1 . A record of 6.15 million trips was made by Chinese mainland tourists to overseas destinations during the seven-day Spring Festival holiday, which ended on Sunday, according to the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA). That is an increase of 7 percent compared with the last year’s Spring Festival. About 374, 000 trips were organized by travel agencies, a 2.5 percent increase.
The CNTA also reported growth from individual and high-end(高端的) travelers and said that in addition to top and coastal cities, inland cities such as those in Guangxi — became important source markets. With many Chinese now traveling abroad during the Spring Festival, their choice of destinations has expanded along with their growing interest in foreign cultures and services.
“Chinese tourists are increasingly willing to experience local cultures and services, including staying in private homes, appreciating plants and watching monkeys,” Li Xuejing, an agency’s marketing manager, said.
Miss Guo, a Chinese tourist, who was vacationing on an island in Philippines, said, “I now pay more attention to relaxation and enjoyment during the holidays instead of shopping or choosing gifts for relatives.”
Another choice is Britain. Though the devaluation(货币贬值) of the pound is a factor, Britain’s rich history and famous education tradition have caught the eye of Chinese.
1. How many trips were made to foreign countries during the seven-day Spring Festival holiday?| A．6,150,000. | B．2,500,000. | C．7,000,000. | D．374,000. |
| A．They’re reported to have become important tourist attractions. |
| B．They’re famous for all kinds of plants and monkeys. |
| C．They have many hot springs. |
| D．They have become important source markets. |
| A．Go shopping for gifts. | B．Study foreign cultures. |
| C．Relax and enjoy herself. | D．Chat with her relatives. |
| A．A guide book. | B．A newspaper. |
| C．A science magazine. | D．An advertisement. |
1. How long will the tourists spend in the Golden Pavilion?
| A．Half an hour. | B．One hour. | C．An hour and a half. |
| A．Gion. | B．Golden Pavilion. | C．Ryoanji Temple. |
| A．Japanese art. | B．Japanese tea. | C．Japanese architecture. |
3 . Why do people travel? There are many reasons one can think of when asked questions like this.
To travel far enough to meet yourself
Sometimes you find yourself in the middle of nowhere.
If you look back at all the amazing memories of your life, you will realize that most of them were out of your comfort zone. Travelling is dangerous, full of life threatening possibilities and will not always be comfortable, but at the same time, it gives irreplaceable memories.
To slow down and relax
A wise man once said that never get so busy making a living that you forget to make a life. Money is worth nothing if you cannot spend it on a little adventure. While we are deeply involved in making money, we forget that time is going through our fingers.
To celebrate life
Life is short and the world is wide. One day you might wake up and realize that you don’t have time to do everything that you have always wanted to do, anymore. Once in a while, make time to appreciate the fact that you are alive, young, free and healthy.
| A．To become a storyteller. |
| B．Travelling lets you discover yourself. |
| C．To break through your comfort zone. |
| D．So, go travelling to celebrate life itself. |
| E．You can relate to the world and connect to others. |
| F．And the feeling of being away from your boss for a few days is pure pleasure. |
| G．Escape life for a little while because experience is far more valuable than money. |
| A．Once. | B．Twice. | C．Three times. |
5 . Here are top 4 destinations to start your new trip.
Ireland
If you’re looking for the right mixture of history, culture and nature, you’ll find it in Ireland. You can enjoy surprising views here. If you’re in the mood for a boat trip, consider giving it a try in the evening in Cork—it’s truly magical.
Italy
Italy has so many fascinating cities and places to visit, but it would be impossible to see them all in one go. A road trip could work, and Rome is a great place to start. You’re steeped in history throughout the city with the Pantheon and the Colosseum, as well as the historic and architectural gems in the Vatican City. Throw a coin into the Trevi di Fontana before you leave the city, which means you’ll return here one day.
Thailand
Thailand has some of the best beaches in the world, even before Leonardo DiCaprio made Maya Bay, on Phi Phi Leh, lamous in The Beach. Admittedly, the film does a great job of describing this beautiful island, yet green waters and white sands are pretty standards in this country.
United Arab Emirates
If you’re one of those people who love all luxurious (奢侈的) things, then a trip to Dubai is for you. With year-long sun and grand hotels, this is the place for endless shopping, cocktail drinking by a plush pool and sunbathing on an artificial beach—the Palm Islands. Head to the Golden Souk for a spot of jewellery (珠宝) shopping. If you’re feeling hungry, you can eat at the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.
1. What may one mean by throwing a coin into the Trevi di Fontana?| A．Getting more coins. | B．Expressing good will. |
| C．Coming back some day. | D．Wishing for good luck. |
| A．A magazine. | B．A website. |
| C．A newspaper. | D．A movie. |
| A．Ireland. | B．United Arab Emirates. |
| C．Thailand. | D．Italy. |
6 . Cheap Travel
You can pay a fortune to travel around the world. Or you can pay nothing at all. Here are some places you’ll never regret visiting. They won’t cost you a dime.
| The British Museum, London (U.K.) You need to go here to see the Egyptian mummies, the ancient Greek marbles and so many other treasures. It’s open every day, and unlike most the other attractions in England that cost an arm and a leg, it’s completely free. |
| National Mall, Washington D.C. (U.S.A.) You can walk a pathway from the Lincoln Memorial to the severe Vietnam Veterans Memorial and to the Washington Monument with other sights in between. Do you know you can go up in the elevator to the top of the Washington Monument? Tickets are free, but pay a small fee to reserve them in advance to avoid being disappointed. |
| Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris (France) This great treasure of the world simply can’t be missed. The great stained-glass rose window alone is worth the visit. The Sunday Mass with the Gregorian chant was like stepping back in time. Admission is free every day, but you’re welcome to leave a donation. There are also free tours a few times each week. You’ll pay extra for tours of the bell tower or the crypt. Tips: The Notre-Dame Cathedral was greatly damaged by a massive fire in April 2019. Please visit notredamedeparis.fr/en/ for more information regarding future visits to the cathedral. |
| National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo (Ireland) Want to see bog bodies, gold ornaments, Viking artifacts and learn about rural Irish life? All four branches of this museum are free to visit, including museums devoted to archaeology, natural history, decorative arts and history and country life. The museum of country life in Turlough Park, Mayo, is devoted to Irish rural traditions, while the natural history museum is especially famous for its collection of insects. |
| A．Viking artifacts. | B．Stained-glass windows. |
| C．Ancient Greek marbles. | D．Statue of Lincoln. |
| A．Pay an extra fee for the tour. | B．Make reservations on the website. |
| C．Leave a donation. | D．Set off at a certain time. |
| A．The British Museum, London. | B．National Museum of Ireland, Dublin and Mayo. |
| C．Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris. | D．National Mall, Washington D.C. |
7 . Love sugar-white sand beaches? Whether you’re looking to ski down the side of a mountain or surf in the sunshine, you’ll find the following three places in the best winter travel destination list.
Best for: Families and water babies
The newly-built Coral Towers at the Atlantis resort (旅游胜地) in Paradise Island, Bahamas, with new next-door neighbor Marina Village, an open-air shopping and dining marketplace, are just two of the newest reasons to visit this Caribbean popular travel destination. Don’t forget about Aquaventure, the world’s largest open-air water park. With the average winter temperatures between the mid 60°F and high 70°F, it’s a perfect place to escape the cold.
Best for: Adventurers
Iceland in the winter is simply dreamy and temperatures aren’t as cool as you might think. Plus, there’s no better time than winter to view the Northern Lights. Short winter days mean you’ll have an even greater chance to catch the magic. An increasing number of flights in and out of Reykjavik make it easier than ever to visit.
Best for: Families and theme park lovers
Whether you come for the Pro Bowl in January, the new Toy Story land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, or Supercharged ride at Universal Studios Florida, Orlando is yet another warm-weather destination for winter travel. The weather is at its best and the crowds are at their thinnest.
1. Which of the following is a good place for shopping?| A．Iceland | B．Aquaventure | C．Marina Village | D．Ski City |
| A．Salt Lake City | B．Orlando | C．Reykjavik | D．Brighton |
| A．The new Toy Story land. | B．Sugar-white sand beaches. |
| C．An open-air dinning marketplace. | D．The magic of the Northern Lights. |
8 . Famous modern Chinese buildings
Beijing International Airport
The first place most visitors see when they arrive in China is Beijing International Airport. The airport was built in the 1950s. It has an indoor garden, a children’s playground, and over 70 food businesses in Terminal 3 alone.
Shanghai World Financial Center
Completed in 2008, SWFC took over 10 years to complete as a result of financial shortages and construction (建造) delays. Since its completion, it has won countless architectural (建筑) awards
Tourists are welcome at SWFC’S viewing platform, which at 474 meters above ground is the world’s highest closed viewing platform.
The Water Cube
Completed in 2008, it was constructed for use during the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics. Now visitors can express surprise at the architecture of the building. They can enjoy the indoor atmosphere as well.
Among the offerings of the Water Cube are a restaurant and bar, a shopping area, and Water World, a family water park.
The Bird’s Nest, Beijing
It was designed mainly for the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympics which was completed in 2008. It can hold up to 80, 000 people and has been used for a winter theme park. Nowadays, its main income is as a tourist attraction. It draws more than 20, 000 tourists every day.
National Center for the Performing Arts
It was completed in 2007. The building is surrounded by a man-made lake, requiring guests to enter via (通过) an underground hallway. It is home to an Opera House, a Concert Hall, and a Theater.
1. Which of the following buildings was first constructed?| A．Beijing International Airport | B．Shanghai World Financial Center |
| C．The Water Cube | D．The Bird’s Nest, Beijing. |
| A．It needed more construction workers | B．It was short of enough money |
| C．It added an extra viewing platform | D．It faced too much terrible weather |
| A．By renting the winter theme park | B．By increasing its opening time. |
| C．By charging tourists for admission fees | D．By giving some live concerts |
| A．Enjoy sports events. | B．Play musical instruments |
| C．Attend science lectures | D．Watch different performances. |
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| C．September on 10th | D．September on 11th |
| A．Sun Moon Lake | B．Ali Mountain | C．People Lake | D．Gao Xiong |
| A．4:00 pm on Sunday | B．7:00 am on Monday |
| C．4:00 pm on Wednesday | D．7:00 am on Saturday |
| A．News. | B．Sports. | C．Education. | D．Travel. |
10 . Our guide to the best New York attractions is a great place to start whether you’re entertaining out-of-town guests or want to channel your inner tourist.
Westfield World Trade Center Oculus
As the word’s most expensive train station, the Oculus serves the PATH train and 12 subway line, and houses a beautiful mall inside. The structure is a lasting reminder of the attacks of September 11, 2001. It is in line with the sun’s solar angles on each September 11, from 8:46 am, when the first plane struck, until 10:28 am, when the second tower collapsed.
Summit One Vanderbilt
After a trip through a mirrored hallway, visitors go to the 91st floor, 1, 000 feet over the streets. The totally mirrored room called “Air” reflects the sky and city views, making you feel like you’re walking in the sky. 1, 063 feet above Madison Avenue at “Levitation”, you can stand over the street with just glass between you and the ground, which isn’t for the weak heart.
Edge Observation Deck
The highest outdoor observation deck is at Hudson Yards. The building’s outdoor platform takes you 65-feet into the sky making it the highest public balcony in NYC. It features grand views of our city’s skyline. Brave souls can stand on a large, see-through glass floor and wave to passers-by 1,100 feet beneath. There’s a 10,000-square-foot bar, restaurant and event space on the 101st floor.
Little Island
Floating on the Hudson River, the $250 million public park looks dreamy. Aside from all the eye-catching nature, it has a space for year-round performances. Billionaire Barry Diller, who is funding the project, has ensured that 51% of tickets for these performances will either be free or under $30, so you can count on this to be an affordable or free activity.
1. What’s the main attraction of Westfield World Trade Center Oculus?| A．Observing the sun’s daily movement. | B．Enjoying year-round performances. |
| C．Experiencing a grand view of the sky. | D．Being reminded of the attacks in 2001. |
| A．They are built in honor of social events. | B．They are meant to test visitors’ courage. |
| C．They join education and entertainment. | D．They have open space for performances. |
| A．Little Island. | B．Edge Observation Deck. |
| C．Summit One Vanderbilt. | D．Westfield World Trade Center Oculus. |
