A group of 11 children from Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in South China, fearlessly embarked on an
Wherever they travelled, they were
2 . Caves (洞穴) have a primary appeal — they hold the secrets to our past and are mysterious in and of themselves.
● Mammoth Cave
Kentucky, USA
The longest cave system in the world lies beneath the Green River Valley in Kentucky and while over 400 miles of passageways have been mapped, it has yet to be fully discovered. The complex limestone labyrinth (石灰岩迷宫) was discovered by humans 4,000 years ago.
● Blue Grotto
Capri, Italy
Once used as the personal swimming hole for the Roman Emperor Tiberius, this extremely bright sea cave is almost 200 feet long and 82 feet wide. Its unique glow comes from the light entering the small opening to the outside.
● Avshalom Cave Nature Reserve
Beit Shemesh, Israel
Also known as the Soreq Cave Nature Reserve, Avshalom is considered to be the Rosetta Stone of climate history in the Eastern Mediterranean through the packed stalactites (钟乳石) found in the cave, some of which are over 13 feet long, and are as old as 300,000 years.
● Cave of the Crystals
Naica, Mexico
This unique cave system in Mexico contains some of the largest natural crystals (水晶) ever found—the longest of which is 39 feet long and 13 feet thick. However, it is rarely explored due to logistical difficulties: it is extremely hot due to its location above a volcanic vent, and the huge crystals block also block the passage.
1. Where does the longest cave lie in?| A．Kentucky, USA. | B．Capri, Italy. |
| C．Beit Shemesh, Israel. | D．Naica, Mexico. |
| A．the most beautiful cave. | B．the Soreq Cave Nature Reserve. |
| C．the Emperor’s swimming hole. | D．over 400 miles of passageways. |
| A．Cave of the Crystals. | B．Blue Grotto. |
| C．Mammoth Cave. | D．Avshalom Cave Nature Reserve. |
A first trip to China can be challenging because of its large population, especially in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai. But a vacation in the large country is
Making a family trip budget is very important if you want to enjoy
.When you’re traveling around the country, using the high-speed train, taxis, or buses is
Exploring big cities such as Shanghai, Xi’an, Beijing,
Bad weather and Chinese holidays are likely to interfere with your travel plans if you are not careful.
When
4 . You’ve probably tried easy center-city Beijing rides if you enjoy riding. Now it’s time to level up your rides so they will take you out into the countryside and attractive mountains.
Death Valley
Approximate distance:100km loop(环线)
It may sound terrifying but Beijing’s cyclists named this northern route “Death Valley” because of the huge tomb it passes, not the number of on-road accidents it has seen. In reality, it’s the closest, mostly car-free loop to the city center and great for really stretching your legs.
Tuesday/Thursday TTT
Approximate distance: 54km loop
While it’s not particularly scenic, there are few traffic lights, and the roads are not too busy and have adequate bike lanes on each side, making it a relatively trouble-free ride. If you’d like to ride with group, seek out early morning Beijing rider groups and join them on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 5am or 6 am depending on the season.
The Verse
Approximate distance:120km loop
It passes a cafe with good(although expensive)food and even high-end accommodation, but the best part is their super welcoming attitude towards cyclists. It’s a hike that is well worth the effort, as you are rewarded with amazing views of the Great Wall upon arrival and a ride back that is mostly downhill.
Tongzhou Grand Canal Forest Park
Approximate distance:70km loop
This park is the closest place for riders to enjoy the Grand Canal from Beijing. The Grand Canal is a true wonder in China, and one of the greatest civil engineering projects in history. The oldest parts of it date back to the 5th century B. C. It will be a fun ride here.
1. How does the route Death Valley get its name?| A．It offers deadly loops for cars. | B．It is located in an isolated place. |
| C．It involves passing a large tomb. | D．It witnesses numerous accidents for cyclists. |
| A．Death Valley. | B．Tuesday/Thursday TTT. |
| C．The Verse. | D．Tongzhou Grand Canal Forest Park: |
| A．There are on-road accidents. | B．There are some cafes. |
| C．They have adequate bike lanes. | D．They have historical sites. |
5 . With the return of tourists, some of the world’s most popular tourist destinations are flat-out, telling tourists to stay away in 2023.
Lanzarote, Spain
Lanzarote has long been a top getaway choice for the British, making up around half of the island’s overseas visitors. However, the days of budget drinking until dawn is over, as the Spanish President wants to attract “higher quality” visitors to spend more and drink less. The island declared itself a tourist-packed area early in 2023.
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona has it all: modern art, a massive beach, all-night parties, and the food, culture and sunshine you want from a European city break. It’s also full of tourists. In 2022, the city took steps to limit the size of tour groups and introduce noise restrictions. The city will further limit numbers to ensure better life quality for locals.
Santorini, Greece
The Greek island attracts two million visitors annually, a significant number considering the island’s year-round population of around 10,000. While tourism is a large part of the economy, the island started restrictions in 2019, when passengers were limited to 8,000 per day and tourists weighing over 100kg were banned from riding donkeys.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
In 2022, Amalfi Coast took number plate system for visitors. Cars with odd (奇数的) number plates were allowed access to the coast on one day, while cars ending in an even number were permitted to enter on the next. Local residents and public transport were exception. The coast also featured on Fodor’s list of places to avoid visiting in 2023 for its over-tourism.
1. Which destination do British people like to go most?| A．Lanzarote in Spain. | B．Barcelona in Spain. |
| C．Santorini in Greece. | D．Amalfi Coast in Italy. |
| A．Local residents. | B．Overweighted visitors. |
| C．Noisy and heavy drinkers. | D．Visitors from tour groups. |
| A．By banning low-quality visitors. | B．By limiting the size of tour groups. |
| C．By keeping its visitors to 8,000 a day. | D．By using car number plate system. |
6 . Have you ever been to Thailand? When you travel in Thailand, you shouldn’t
Here you can find lots of eateries(饮食店) that have been open for many years. Enjoy
This tour is one of visitors’
| A．miss | B．try | C．hire | D．join |
| A．begin | B．think | C．plan | D．finish |
| A．a great deal | B．a number of | C．a little | D．the number of |
| A．you | B．your | C．yours | D．yourself |
| A．influenced | B．expressed | C．celebrated | D．imagined |
| A．such as | B．because of | C．so that | D．according to |
| A．lasts | B．ends | C．rises | D．changes |
| A．silly | B．fun | C．strange | D．wise |
| A．peaceful | B．useful | C．favorite | D．easy |
| A．smaller | B．closer | C．wider | D．bigger |
7 . From the deserts of Southern California to the forests of Alaska, the U.S. possesses an incredible diversity of nature. For most of her life, Joy Ryan never saw the landscape beyond her home state of Ohio. Then, when she was in her mid-eighties, her grandson Brad Ryan decided to take her on a journey to all of the U.S. National Parks — a mission that took eight years to complete. At the age of 93, Grandma Joy has finally seen all 63 parks, ending the monumental feat in the National Park of American Samoa.
“When I learned she had never seen the great wildernesses of America — deserts, mountains, oceans, you name it — I thought that was something that would trouble me if I didn’t take action in some way,” Brad says. This idea sparked their first trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. However, once they were on the road, Brad realized that they could visit more parks nearby, and their trips multiplied. Over the years, they managed to see all the famous sights at Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, the Redwoods, and so on.
Despite Grandma Joy’s older age, she could hike mountains and do white water rafting. Brad praises her enthusiasm for life as the key to her good health. She expresses gratitude for each new day and is always excited about the next adventure. Finally, their long journey across the U.S. ended with American Samoa. “It’s about 6,700 miles from Ohio, where we live. It’s the only U.S. National Park south of the equator. It’s a long trip, but we’re excited to go,” Brad explains. “We can enjoy the beach and the beautiful tropical paradise. But as we’ve learned from the rangers that work there, American Samoa is an island community firmly rooted in family. And I think that there’s a bit of a poetic beauty to ending it there, too.”
1. Why did Brad take his grandmother Joy to travel?| A．To fulfill her wish to travel around the world. |
| B．To free her from the boredom of everyday life. |
| C．To help her explore the natural beauty of America. |
| D．To aid her in getting inspiration for writing poems. |
| A．They went on to see more natural landscapes. |
| B．They decided to visit all the parks worldwide. |
| C．They attracted more people to join the later trips. |
| D．They stopped traveling because of Joy’s poor health. |
| A．The friendly locals. | B．The family bond. |
| C．The special culture. | D．The beautiful sights. |
| A．Reliable and generous. | B．Ambitious and creative. |
| C．Courageous and diligent. | D．Energetic and determined. |
8 . JOURNEY BY STEAM THROUCH THE SCOTTISH HICHLANDS
Enjoy Scotland’s magnificent scenery as you travel on the famous Jacobite steam train.
Steam locomotion has long been one of the most elegant and memorable ways to travel, and when mixed with the magnificent scenery of the Scottish Highlands it makes for a trip of a lifetime. On this won-derful four-day holiday you will ride on the famous Jacobite steam train from Fort William to Mallaig, a 42-mile journey through spectacular scenery.
Your trip starts near Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain , passes Loch Morar, its deepest freshwa-ter lake, and the River Morar, and then finally arrives beside the deepest seawater lake in Europc-Loch Nevis. Rober McAlpine’s 21-arch Glenfinnan Viaduct, featured in Harry Potter films, is just one of the engineering wonders you’ ll see on the journey, which is made all the more enjoyable by the sound and fury of the steam train making its way along the Iron Road to the Isles.
Price
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Departure
27 September and 25 October, 2022
Price includes
√Return train tickets from London
√Three nights’ stay at the four-star Stirling Highland Hotel
√Breakfast every day
√Visits to the Falkirk Wheel and Inverary Castle and cruises on Loch Lomond and Loch Katrine
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1. How will people take the jourmey?| A．By car. | B．By train. | C．By airplane. | D．By steamboat. |
| A．It is the name of a steam train. |
| B．It is the deepest seawater lake. |
| C．It is shown in Harry Potter films. |
| D．It is on the Britain’s highest mountain. |
| A．Three meals every day. |
| B．Visit to Inverary Castle. |
| C．Cruises on Loch Morar. |
| D．Return flights from London. |
9 . Check out these places and have the vacation of a lifetime in Greece!
1. Lovely Ithaca
Located on the Ionian Sea, Ithaca is a combination of the greenest landscapes in Greece, the most wonderful swimming waters and a lively local atmosphere. When going around the narrow island, you will be attracted by the hilltop village Stavros and the beautiful fishing village Frikes. For motorists, Kaminia beach, hidden in a peaceful cove, is the perfect destination for a day of relaxation.
2. Breathtaking Meteora
Although when you go to Greece, you often go to the beaches and islands, one of the must-visit destinations in Greece is definitely the breathtakingly beautiful Meteora, located on the mainland next to the village of Kalabaka. It is a natural attraction and the second most important monastic area in Greece, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meteora’s landscape is made special by the rocks shaped like columns (柱状物) over time, on which the Monasteries (修道院) of the area were built around the 14th and 16th centuries.
3. Ios－the favorite destination of the future
Ios may be left out of many people’s plans as it is known as a party island, but in fact the party season only lasts from about half of June to mid-August. In the off-season, the island is very quiet compared to popular destinations such as Santorini. Of course, Ios is an absolute destination for party-goers even in midsummer. Ios is dotted with a number of small churches. What makes Ios interesting is its setting for an ideal holiday without crowds and noise. Here is a guaranteed hit of the future, waiting to be discovered!
1. Where is Kaminia beach located?| A．In Ithaca. | B．In Meteora. | C．In Ios. | D．In Santorini. |
| A．Beautiful fishing villages. | B．Historical buildings. |
| C．Beaches and islands. | D．Special local foods. |
| A．People can swim in wonderful waters. | B．There are column-shaped rocks. |
| C．There are many places of interest. | D．It is popular with party-goers. |
Li Daiyu and her cousin Liu Qian went to Canada
