1 . In modern life, stress has become an unwelcome companion for many. According to a survey conducted in 2023, 91 percent of adults reported experiencing high or extreme levels of stress.     1     One alternative gaining popularity is wellness tourism, praised as the fastest-growing sector in the travel industry.

The change of scenery and adventurous nature of an active holiday can lead to an overall change in the dominant chemicals in our brain, triggering releases of dopamine (多巴胺).     2     We often see dopamine travel as a complete distraction from everyday life, which promotes meaning or growth. Besides, such a form of travel has been proven to increase feelings of well-being, as well as increases in general activity level.     3     This is particularly present for outdoor trips such as mountaineering or skiing where a sense of accomplishment can lead to long lasting increases in self worth and confidence.

    4     Oliver Brendon, CEO of Attraction Tickets.com adds: “The dopamine travel trend is centered on immersing yourself in exciting landscapes, which is why the brightly-colored theme parks such as Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort make such popular destinations.”

For more mindful moments, surrounding yourself in nature can create a sense of adventure and escape unlike traditional wellness getaways.     5     Going sailing on the tranquil lazy river at Discovery Cove is another wise choice.

The Mount Changbaishan Geopark, along with five other Chinese geoparks,     1     (recognize) as a Global Geopark by UNESCO on March 27. The number of Global Geoparks in China has increased to 47, making     2     the country with the most such geoparks in the world.

“China is rich in geological heritage, with a broad distribution and a complete range of geological types,” Ren Fang,     3     expert with the Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, told People's Daily. “It is one of the first countries worldwide to propose and establish national geoparks.”

China set up national-level geoparks and began applying for Global Geopark status in 2003 in response to UNESCO's initiative     4     (establish) the Global Geoparks Network (GGN) . In 2004, Beijing witnessed the First International Conference on Geoparks,     5     17 European geoparks and eight Chinese geoparks joined the GGN. The network aims to promote best     6     (practice) and high standards for the conservation of geological heritage and the promotion of     7     (sustain) regional economic development.

The Mount Changbaishan Geopark, newly     8       (add) to the GGN network, is situated in Jilin Province and is home     9     the “millennium eruption,” a massive volcanic event that occurred roughly1, 000 years ago. Renowned for its Quaternary volcanic landforms, the park, spanning 2, 723 square km,     10     (feature) giant compound volcanic cones, ancient eruptions and their deposits, and the splendid Tianchi lake. With over 380 craters, it boasts the highest number, greatest density, and widest distribution of volcanic rock types in East Asia.

The fairytale-like scenery of Harbin,     1     its extremely beautifully made ice sculptures and snow-covered Western-style architecture, has been attracting tourists all winter, but the boom (激增) is expected to peak during the eight-day Spring Festival holiday     2     (begin) on Saturday.

“All 24 of my rooms     3     (book) out for the Spring Festival holiday since around Jan. 10,” said Li Liwei, who     4     (run) a homestay in Xuegu, on Harbin’s southeastern outskirts. “Most of the customers are people from southern cities and provinces, including Shanghai, Sichuan and Guangdong,     5     wish to experience the festive atmosphere in the world of ice and snow.”

He said his family helps him run the homestay, and they want to make travelers from the south “feel at home”.

The increasing     6     (popular) of winter tourism has led travel portals (门户网站) to predict a busy holiday season in Harbin,     7     capital of Northeast China’s Heilongjiang province.

Mafengwo, a travel service and social networking platform, said Harbin is its     8     (users) most popular domestic destination for the Spring Festival holiday.

The Trip.com Group travel portal said bookings for Harbin are up     9     (considerable) this year, with most made by people from warmer southern cities such as Guangzhou, in Guangdong, and Hangzhou, in Zhejiang province, who are eager     10     (see) snow.

4 . On hearing the word vacation, most people react positively. Experienced travelers will argue that more important than where they go on vacation is who they go with.     1    

Family travel is special and creates lasting memories, but it can also have some challenges. For one, the success of a trip often depends on the relationships that the family members have with one another. If two brothers do not get along at home, the chances are that they will fight during a vacation.     2     If a family is traveling by air, purchasing plane tickets for everyone can be very expensive.

    3     Close friends often have similar personalities, so they generally get along with each other and fight less than family members might on a trip. Furthermore, if friends are close, even a terrible trip will not ruin the friendship.     4     All in all, traveling with friends can be a positive experience that results in a great vacation and, likely, a stronger friendship.

Finally, people can choose to travel alone. Solo travelers can be more flexible with transportation than those traveling in a large group.     5     And they also have better chances of getting a seat on buses or planes since they only need one. In addition, solo travelers are more likely to meet locals or other vacationers because they are more likely to want to talk with others.

5 . Before setting out on her journey, Shirley led an elegant and peaceful life in the quiet countryside. Little did she _________ the adventure that would beat her thoughts and lead her far from the _________ of home.

Regardless of her prior unwillingness, Shirley’s _________ with Sally, who suggested this trip, threw her into a category of adventures she had never imagined. Yet, despite the _________ that arose, from encounters with tigers to struggles with crocodiles (鳄鱼), Shirley remained somewhat _________ in her devotion to the journey.

Her ideal, to prove her _________ and find her place, became a (n) _________ driving force as she faced the challenges of the journey. Along the way, she _________ awesome wonders, from the fascination of the Kenyan safari (游猎) to the thunders of the misty Kilimanjaro. _________ her expectations, Shirley found herself bound to the fate of home, owing much to the friendship she had and the __________ she had discovered within herself. And when faced with the fear of mother nature, it was Shirley’s bravery that __________ her only companion, Sally.

As her journey __________ its end, Shirley realized how much she owed to the journey, not just the material treasures she had got, but the personal growth and self-discovery that came from __________ beyond her comfort zone. And so, with confidence and a heart of __________, Shirley started going back home, forever __________ by this unforgettable adventure.

To truly experience Cambodia (柬埔寨), a visit to Angkor Wat is a must. Angkor Wat is one of     1     most valuable religious sites in the world. It attracts tourists all over the world with     2     (it) amazing beauty and incredibly preserved cultural heritage. If you know a little about the history of it, you’ll understand the reason     3     Angkor Wat is such an important and attractive place     4     (visit).

Located     5     northwest Cambodia, just outside the city of Siem Reap, Angkor Wat was built in the first half of the 12th century.     6     (original), Angkor Wat was a temple to the Hindu god Vishnu as the king’s state temple and later the king’s tomb. In the following years, it     7     (rebuild) into a Buddhist temple.

As an iconic architectural wonder in the world, Angkor Wat is only one of the     8     (temple) in the great Angkor Archaeological Park,     9     (cover) an area of 1000 square kilometers. The whole Angkor Wat site is in the UNESCO World Heritage List for the well preserved remains and the     10     (influence) cultural heritage there. It is also a source of national pride for Cambodians.