1 . More than just shelter for weary travellers, these lodges (乡间小屋) double as a base for adventurers to explore the surrounding wilderness.
Puketui Forest Escape
Best for: Couples world
Enveloped in podocarp forest, Puketui feels a world away despite being a short drive from Taupō. Solar power keeps the lights on, water is sourced from a spring, heating is fed by a cosy, freestanding fireplace. Explore the forest via walking tracks, then walk to the house to stargaze. From NZ$399 (£208)a night B&B.
Awaroa Lodge
Best for: Wifi-free
Without wifi and phone or TV signal, you’ll have little to distract you at Awaroa Lodge. Available only by hiking or water taxi, the lodge produces its own power and grows organic food for the restaurant. It also protects the national park’s wetlands for the return of white herons (苍鹭) in 2020 after years of absence. From NZ$206(£108) a night.
Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge
Best for: Wildlife spotting
Wilderness Lodge at Lake Moeraki is surrounded by coastal rainforest and guests can join lessons in kayaking, star-gaze and feed giant eels with recycled waste. The members at the lodge protect unique Tawaki penguins and run guide d penguin-watching tours from July to December. From NZ$450(£235), includes breakfast, dinner, and twice-daily guided activities.
Timber Trail lodge
Best for: Fresh forest air
Timber Trail Lodge, is fantastic for weary cyclists and hikers, with cosy lounges (休息室) flooded with natural light during the day and then lit by the glow of the fireplace by night. Nearly all power is solar, rainwater is harvested and profits are spent on trail conservation. From NZ$390 (£205) a night, with all meals.
1. How much will you pay for one-week stay in Awaroa Lodge?| A．£756. | B．£1442. | C．£1456. | D．£1435. |
| A．Puketui Forest Escape. | B．Awaroa Lodge. |
| C．Lake Moeraki Wilderness Lodge. | D．Timber Trail lodge. |
| A．Water sports. | B．Organic food available. |
| C．Convenient transportation. | D．Green lifestyle. |
2 . Best Hotels in Denver, CO
Four Seasons Hotel Denver
●5.0-star hotel class
●Free WiFi
Situated in Denver’s Theatre District, Four Seasons hotel draws luxury-seekers with the promise of luxurious amenities and high-end service. Rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Denver are equipped with LCD TVs and complimentary Wi-Fi. Meanwhile, on-site amenities like the full-service spa and the newly redesigned EDGE Restaurant & Bar are considered added bonuses. Some recent reviewers say the service doesn’t match the high price tag.
Hotel Teatro
●4.5-star hotel class
●$27 nightly resort fee
●Free WiFi
Cozy guest rooms decorated with modern amenities, including flat-panel LCD TVs, Keurig coffee makers and bathrooms with rainforest shower heads as well as a fitness center, an on-site restaurant, and a library-themed lounge. But recent visitors complained the high valet parking fees, which are not covered by the daily amenity fee.
Grand Hyatt Denver
●4.5-star hotel class
●Free WiFi
You’ll be treated to spacious rooms(equipped with coffee makers, minifridges, flat-screen TVs and high-speed internet access), a fitness center and a pool. The highlight of a stay at this hotel was the excellent customer service. Travelers describe the employees here as efficient and extremely friendly.
Clayton Members Club & Hotel
●4.5-star hotel class
●$29.46 nightly resort fee
●Free WiFi
Located in Denver’s Cherry Creek neighborhood, the hotel sits within walking distance of a variety of restaurants, shops and galleries. Though many reviewers were blown away by the hotel’s stylish interiors and delicious restaurant, others complained the customer service was uneven and described the pool as too small.
1. If you have a tight budget recently, which hotel would you NOT choose?| A．Four Seasons Hotel Denver | B．Hotel Teatro |
| C．Grand Hyatt Denver | D．Clayton Members Club & Hotel |
| A．The nightly resort fee and full-service spa. | B．On-site restaurant and valet parking fee. |
| C．Uneven service and free WiFi. | D．On-site restaurant and fitness center. |
| A．A research paper | B．A travel magazine |
| C．A story book | D．An online forum |
3 . 你的英国朋友Jim所在的学校要组织学生来中国旅行，有两条线路可以选择：“长江之行”或者“泰山之旅”。Jim来信希望你能给些建议。请你给他回信，内容包括：
1.你建议的线路；
2.你的理由；
3.你的祝愿。
注意：1.词数不少于50；2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Jim,Yours,
Li Hua
