1 . Top 4 Places in Europe to Experience a Warm Winter
Capri, Italy
It’s where cliffs (悬崖) and monuments stand tall over dreamy blue waters. Soft sun and warm waters go with you whether you visit the Blue Grotto (the most famous sight in the island) or spend a day in the seaside village of Pizzolungo. Make the most of the weather by walking along the Gardens of Augustus.
Crete, Greece
As November calls it an end and December begins, people of Crete get busy in gathering oranges. The largest island in Greece never runs out of warmth even during the height of winter. If you are a Northerner, you would appreciate the calm Mediterranean Sea and the uninterrupted days of golden sun. Before you settle down at village bars (酒馆), get an understanding of the place by visiting the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion that houses collections spanning (跨越) 5, 500 years.
Cyprus
Spending a European winter on this Mediterranean island is not just about climbing mountains, watching birds, and sunbathing on blue-flag beaches. You ought to enjoy a Christmas dinner with stuffed turkey and roast lamb and take part in parties on New Year’s Eve in downtown Limassol. When you have such lovely weather by your side, you won’t mind wandering into the trails of history by visiting the Katos Pafos Archaeological Park and the Baths of Aphrodite.
Monaco
Its winter may be mild, but its offerings are wonderful. While the French Riviera is amazing, Monaco Dance Forum in December is enriching. In fact, the Monaco Cathedral is a great masterpiece that deserves admiration. If you are not in for spending your time in the famous Monte Carlo Casino, make the most of a sunny day and spend time at the Exotic Gardens or the famous Oceanographic Museum.
1. Where should you go if you want to visit the Blue Grotto?| A．Capri. | B．Crete. | C．Cyprus. | D．Monaco. |
| A．Gather oranges with the local people. |
| B．Enjoy the golden sun at village bars. |
| C．Appreciate the calm Mediterranean Sea. |
| D．Visit the famous Oceanographic Museum. |
| A．The Monaco Cathedral. | B．The Baths of Aphrodite. |
| C．The Gardens of Augustus. | D．The Katos Pafos Archaeological Park. |
2 . Oregon is a beautiful Northwest State, filled with amazing places to visit. Many of these wonderful places are within National Parks. Here are some of this state’s fantastic national parks.
Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake is one of the most unique areas in Oregon and the country. The park makes a great summer and winter time place to visit. Most of the year the park is covered in snow, and the summer window is very short, lasting only from July to October. During the short summer visitors can enjoy the Rim Drive, hiking, camping, fishing, swimming in the lake and even take a boat tour of the lake.
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site
Visitors to Fort Vancouver have the chance to learn about the history of the fur trade in the Pacific North-west. This place offers travelers the chance to learn about the cultures that lived in the area, and it also has information about the military history of this place.
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
This amazing National Monument protect the changes of ecosystems over 40 million years. Visitors can learn about the amazing history of how plant and animal changed. This park has three parts, where visitors can enjoy the views and learn about the history of this place.
Oregon Caves National Monument
Visitors to the Siskiyou Mountains can explore Oregon Caves National Monument. This National Monument has marble caves. These caves were formed as rainwater from forests above slowly dissolved the surrounding marble, creating these amazing caves. Visitors can take tours of the caves, led by a guide.
1. What can you do in Crater Lake National Park?| A．Swim in December. | B．Camp in summer. |
| C．Dig amazing caves. | D．View animals and plants. |
| A．The history of the fur trade. | B．The military history of the area. |
| C．The history of plant and animal. | D．The cultures of the place. |
| A．Crater Lake National Park | B．Oregon Caves National Monument |
| C．Fort Vancouver National Historic Site | D．John Day Fossil Beds National Monument |
B: Yes, it is. And the bus is always late.
A: The No. 6 bus to the train station.
B: Do you work here in Gucheng?
A: No, I don’t. I’m just a tourist.
B:
A: Yes, I have been here three times.
B:
A: Daxieshan, Cheng’ensi, Xiaosanxia and so on.
B: What do you think of Gucheng?
A: It’s beautiful.
B: Do you like the food of Gucheng?
A: Yes, I do. Gucheng beef noodles are very delicious.
B: So do I.
A:Thank you very much. Bye-bye!
B: Bye!
A. Have you ever been here before?
B. Great changes have taken place these years.
C. How long have you been in Gucheng?
D. Oh, here comes the No.6 bus.
E. It’s time for getting on the train now.
F. What places have you been to?
G. Which bus are you waiting for?
4 . I travel a lot, and I find out different “styles” of giving directions every time I ask “How can I get to the post office？”
In Japan, people use landmarks (地标) in their directions because most streets don't have names. For example, the Japanese will say to travelers, “Go straight ahead and turn left at the hotel. The post office is across from the bus stop.”
In the countryside of the American Midwest, there are no towns or buildings in many places. Instead of landmarks, people will tell you directions and distances. In Kansas, for example, people will say, “Go north two miles. Turn east, and then go another mile.”
People in Los Angeles, California have no idea of distance. They measure(测量)distance in time, not miles.“How far away is the post office?” you ask. “Oh, ” they answer. “It's about five minutes from here.”
It's true that a person doesn't know the answer sometimes. What happens in such a situation？A New Yorker might say, “Sorry，I don't know.” But in Yucatan, Mexico, no one answers, “I don't know.” People believe that “I don't know.” is impolite. They usually give an answer, often a wrong one. A tourist can get very, very lost in Yucatan!
1. Why do Japanese people use landmarks in their directions?| A．Because they have no idea of distance. |
| B．Because there are no towns or buildings. |
| C．Because most of the streets have no names. |
| D．Because people don't know the answer. |
| A．“Turn left at the traffic lights and you will see a school.” |
| B．“It will take one day and a half.” |
| C．“Turn south and then walk 300 meters.” |
| D．“Go along Autumn Street and turn right at the crossing.” |
| A．People there usually say, “Sorry, I don't know the way.” |
| B．Local people often give a right answer. |
| C．People there have no idea of distance. |
| D．Visitors may lose their way. |
| A．Asking the Way in Different Places |
| B．Getting Lost in Yucatan |
| C．Traveling in Different Places |
| D．Where is the Post Office? |
5 . The three theme parks below offer the most thrilling rides and attractions in the world.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Located in Virginia, USA, this theme park has some of the highest-rated thrill rides in the world. The park also has thrilling water rides, shows, tours, animal exhibits and more. Divided into nine areas representing European countries, the park has won an award for the quality of its food.
Everland
One of the world’s most popular theme parks, Everland is located in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do Province, Korea The park has 40 thrill rides,and many other attractions such as a hunting ride, a zoo, indoor and outdoor water parks, shows and more.
PortAventura World
Located on Spain’s Costa Daurada, this park is divided into six themed areas. Five areas represent different locations including China, Far West, Polynesia, Mexico, and the Mediterranean. The sixth and newest area has a Sesame Street theme. The park has many rides and attractions suitable for visitors of all ages.
1. What did Busch Gardens Williamsburg win an award for?| A．The highest thrill rides. | B．Good quality of its food. |
| C．A Sesame Street theme area. | D．A host of thrilling water rides. |
| A．On the Costa Daurada | B．In Yongin. |
| C．In Lancashire. | D．In Virginia. |
| A．A book review. | B．A government document. |
| C．A travel guide. | D．A fashion magazine. |
6 . Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, and has long been a favorite destination of tourists from all over the world, as well as an important cultural and political center.
With its museums, shops, wonderful historic castles, many pubs and restaurants, there are many things for visitors to enjoy all year round. And of course, as it is in Scotland, there is a wide range of whiskies to try!
However, there is more to Edinburgh than historic monuments and tourism. Each year, the Edinburgh Festival takes place in the city. In late summer, for three weeks, the festival presents classical music, theatre, opera and dance at six major theatres and concert halls and several smaller ones throughout the city. Whatever your cultural tastes are, you are sure to find something to enjoy.
Local talent is always represented at the Edinburgh Festival giving Scottish composers and playwrights the opportunity to show their work and gain praises from a wider audience.
In addition, orchestras and theatre companies come from all over the world to perform at the festival. Last year saw the arrival of orchestras from the United States and Germany.
The festival has now become an important part of Scotland's economy as well as its culture. Last year's festival gained over £130 million in Edinburgh alone, and across Scotland nearly 2,900 jobs exist as a direct result of the festival.
The festival is so popular that it has become, in some ways, a victim of its own success. The huge interest in performing there led to the setting up of a rival festival, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Fortunately, demand for live entertainment during the summer is so great that both festivals continue to develop.
1. How many theatres and concert halls are there in Edinburgh?| A．Five. | B．Six. | C．Less than six. | D．More than six. |
| A．The Edinburgh Festival | B．The Local talent. |
| C．The festival and its culture | D．The orchestras. |
| A．Because people there need them. | B．Because of the huge interest in performing there. |
| C．Because one is not enough. | D．Because the government requires them. |
| A．Edinburgh’s historic monuments | B．The interesting places of Scotland. |
| C．Scotland ’s tourism. | D．Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland |
7 . Travelling in Yosemite Park
Public Transportation
Public transportation is available both to Yosemite and within Yosemite. Since there are restrictions for parking for RVs and trailers in Yosemite, we strongly encourage you to park your RV outside Yosemite and use YARTS to travel into the park. Once you’re inside Yosemite, or if you’re camping inside Yosemite, free shuttles and fee-based tours are available to get you to many areas of the park.
Reservations
We strongly recommend that you make reservations for accommodation and camping.
Accommodation options in Yosemite National Park range from simple tent cabins to deluxe rooms. Yosemite has numerous restaurants and other dining options all year. Visit the Yosemite Hospitality website for full descriptions, prices and online reservations. Reservations are available 365 days in advance and are strongly recommended, especially from spring through fall and during holidays.
Reservations are required all year for Yosemite Valley’s car campgrounds. Be aware that nearly all reservations for the months of May through September and for some other weekend are filled the first day they become available, usually within seconds or minutes after 7 am Pacific time! For your best chance of getting a reservation, be sure your clock is set accurately and start the first few steps of the reservation process at www.recreation, gov.
Entrance Fees
Seven-day pass if entering by...
● Non-commercial car, pick-up truck, RV, or van with 15 or fewer passenger seats $30 per vehicle (no per-person fee)
● Motorcycle $25 per motorcycle (no per-person fee)
● Foot, bicycle, horse, or non-commercial bus or van with more than 15 passenger seats $15 per person aged 16 and older
Contact the park
Mailing Address: PO Box 577 Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Phone: (209) 372-0200
1. Which of the following is encouraged for your going inside Yosemite?| A．Driving RVs. | B．Riding trailers. | C．Taking YARTS. | D．Renting shuttles. |
| A．You can get a discount by reserving online. |
| B．It is free of charge to travel there in spring and fall. |
| C．Tent cabins and deluxe rooms are of the same price. |
| D．If a man drives his own car, he should pay $30 for the entrance fee. |
| A．Reservations can not be made all year. |
| B．The park doesn’t offer reservation online. |
| C．You should take a clock with you in the park. |
| D．You should make your reservation as soon as possible. |
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9 . Luggage-free travel, boarding queues and self-flying planes will be common for travelers in 20 years' time. You'll even be able to go on a holiday without leaving your sofa. The bold predictions have been made by futurologist and author Ray Hammond, who is based in the UK.
According to Hammond’s predictions published in the Future Travel Report by Allianz Insurance, it's likely that tourists will be flying to and from the moon regularly by 2040. What's more, passports could disappear, as airports move more and more into the land of facial pattern recognition systems at check-in gates. Computer systems that can scan your face and check you into your flight will be standard in 20 years, the report notes.
When you board your flight, after checking in with your smiling dial, don’t expect to be greeted by the pilot. Hammond bets that planes will be flying themselves in 2040. No pilots and no supervision. It'll play well for the special routes of plane travel-extra-long flights, which have raised concerns about the aircraft staffs tiredness. Are you nervous at the thought of a plane under its own control? You'll be calmer by the time you step aboard Hammond says. Well already be used to self-driving cars.
When you do arrive at your destination and check into your hotel, there won’t be a porter carrying your heavy suitcase to your room. By 2040, we'll have the ability to send our clothing measurements to our hotel ahead of our arrival, where they'll have a 3D printer ready to print out our clothing. And when we check out, our clothes will be shipping off for recycling.
Virtual reality will be so advanced within 20 years that it'll allow us to experience other countries and destinations without stepping foot outside our door. The report says, “Multi-sensory virtual reality technology will allow armchair travel planners to ‘step into’ virtual hotel rooms, explore museums or walk into restaurants.” However, it won’t kill the real-life tourism industry-instead, it's expected to give it an even bigger improvement.
1. What did Ray Hammond say about traveling by self-flying plane?| A．It is boring. | B．It is challenging. | C．It is relaxing. | D．It is frightening. |
| A．Make it easier for tourists to book tickets. | B．Make clothes easily available to tourists. |
| C．Make recycling more common in tourism. | D．Make it possible to travel without passports. |
| A．Flying to the moon and back regularly. | B．Having no need to book trips. |
| C．Enjoying virtual reality only in museums. | D．Traveling with anyone as you please. |
| A．Predictions on Travel by 2040 | B．Possible Changes About Life in 2040 |
| C．Changes of the Means of traveling | D．The Bright Future of the Tour Industry |
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July 29, 2021 marks the 131st anniversary of Vincent Van Gogh’s die. As a big fan of Van Gogh, I fulfill my lifelong dream this summer by taking a trip to Europe. I first traveled to the Netherlands, where Van Gogh born and lived for most of his life. In Amsterdam I went to the Van Gogh Museum but viewed hundreds of his works, including much of his greatest paintings. Before visiting Amsterdam, I drove to Saint-Rémy. There Van Gogh, depressing and lonely as he was, he made one masterpiece after another. My last destination was Auvers-sur-Oise, where continues to keep the subjects of Van Gogh’s paintings looking just as they did when he painted them. At that moment I had never felt close to Van Gogh.
