1 . Why waste time and money booking a hotel when you can enjoy the beautiful British countryside at these wonderful motorhome and caravan (旅行拖车) destinations in the UK.
Ferneley’s Ice Cream and Cafe
Located between the coast and the countryside, this beautiful location offers a bit of everything for families, and their dogs. What makes Ferneley’s stand out is their family farm that creates fresh local produce using milk from their own cows. It’s also a great chance for kids to learn more about what goes on at a farm and how they raise their cattle.
Halfpenny Green Vineyard
Producing prize-winning English wines for over 30 years, Halfpenny Green Vineyard, is a wine-lover’s favourite in the green Staffordshire countryside. You can park up your campervan for free and take a guided tour around the site while tasting the produce. On top of all this, there is a wild Zoological Park, which is home to a wide variety of animals, providing an educational experience for the whole family.
Fur and Feather Inn
The beautiful Woodfordes Brewery in Norwich is situated right next to the inn, offering bookable tours and prize-winning beer. Park up and have some real beer before lying down for the night in the van. The building itself is of British style, a country pub in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. This is a must-visit for beer lovers.
Rectory Farm
With a mass of parking space, a large pick-your-own farm with large fields and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables and a children’s woodland play area, the Rectory Farm offers the perfect family day out. It’s even got a lovely farm shop with an outdoor cafe, so you can sit and relax with a coffee while the kids eat their fruits.
1. What can visitors do in Halfpenny Green Vineyard?| A．Make wines. | B．Win some prizes. |
| C．Learn knowledge about animals. | D．Visit the site at will. |
| A．Ferneley’s Ice Cream and Cafe. | B．Halfpenny Green Vineyard. |
| C．Fur and Feather Inn. | D．Rectory Farm. |
| A．A tourist review. | B．A geography book. |
| C．A novel. | D．A travel brochure. |
2 . I’ve lived in Cardigan Bay(卡迪根海湾) in West Wales since I was a few months old. You’ve got everything you need here. Hills, stunning beaches, nice coastal paths. As someone who loves the countryside, I’ve never wanted to leave.
I was lucky to find work I could do in this area. A lot of people do have to move away in order to find work. I started Adventure Beyond here about 30 years ago and we work all over the UK. We go up to Scotland, we work along the Thames. We’ve also taken groups to Canada, the Himalayas, places like that. But honestly, West Wales has got everything. We can do everything we need right here.
Cardigan Bay is pretty huge, but I find having grown up here there’s a definite sense of place. There’s an awareness that we’re lucky to have these incredible sandy beaches, pebbly beaches, beautiful rivers, hills. It’s peaceful, and it’s not overdeveloped. Of course, there’re periods when it gets busy, but then the second schools go back and you pretty much get the beaches to yourself. There is a sense of community (群体) too, with a lot of good community-based clubs, such as the Poppit Sands Surf Lifesaving Club.
I set up Adventure Beyond to make my own work in the area. I love the outdoors, and I wanted to be in Cardigan Bay, so it was perfect. I’ve tried to always keep that personal touch. The clients (客户) will pretty much always meet myself and all the staff. We took a lot of people on through the Kickstart scheme (启动计划) and they’ve been employed with us for a few years. A lot of our clients have been with us since we started, too. There’s a sense of family, which is quite special.
I won’t mention a specific favorite place, but in general the beaches are just amazing. It’s just a sort of wild west, really.
1. What is Adventure Beyond?| A．A travel agency. | B．A government program. |
| C．An outdoor activity center. | D．A community-based club. |
| A．It gives a sense of belonging. | B．It’s undeveloped but peaceful. |
| C．Its beauty hasn’t been noticed. | D．It has the best beaches in the world. |
| A．Keeping that personal touch. | B．Getting the beaches back to the locals. |
| C．Enjoying outdoor activities with clients. | D．Starting Adventure Beyond in Cardigan Bay. |
| A．The author’s simple life in Cardigan Bay. | B．The author’s deep love for Cardigan Bay. |
| C．The author’s exploration of Cardigan Bay. | D．The author’s hope for the future Cardigan Bay. |
3 . Greece Family Journey
Greece Family Journey offered by G Adventures is a small-group trip, which is designed for curious families in search of meaningful ways to discover Greece together. Go back in time as you explore thousands of years of history on this 9-day journey through Greece. Experience a time long ago with interactive visits to Greece.
Requirement:Greece Family Journey is intended for groups traveling with children. There must be a child in your group and anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. One adult may accompany up to 2 children.
What’s included:·Gain a deep insight into Greek history with visits to the Acropolis, the Pantheon Museum and the Agora of Athens.
·Board a ship to Paros and step foot inside the church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani — one of the most important monuments (纪念碑) in all of Greece.
·Learn about some cooking methods of making local Greek food with a lively cooking class.
·Start a history-packed scavenger hunt (寻宝游戏) in Heraklion City, exploring Greek historical relics and discovering its rich culture.
Dates & Prices:| Departure (出发) dates | Adult | Child |
| June 6, 2024 | $3,000 Per Person | $2,000 Per Child |
| June 29, 2024 | $3,000 Per Person | $2,500 Per Child |
| July 6, 2024 | $4,000 Per Person | $3,000 Per Child |
| July 13, 2024 | $4,000 Per Person | $3,500 Per Child |
If you book online before June 1, 15% off for per child!
1. What is a must for the family signing up for Greece Family Journey?| A．Taking at least one child. | B．Having G Adventures membership. |
| C．Reserving 9 days in advance. | D．Having a good knowledge of Greece. |
| A．Taste Greek food for free. | B．Attend the church services. |
| C．Visit Greek museums online. | D．Admire Greek cultural heritage. |
| A．$9,400. | B．$11,900. | C．$13,100. | D．$14,000. |
4 . If you really want a taste of Dutch life, a bike tour through Amsterdam is the way to go.
What is included in an Amsterdam bike tour
The bicycle is of course provided and included in the price of the tour. Some tours offer coffee and tea after the tour finishes. Every tour especially has its own theme and route (路线). You can compare them by visiting webpages about a particular tour.
Amsterdam bicycle tour basics
These tours are usually between one and two hours long. They are guided by friendly and knowledgeable tour guides who are well capable in human interactions and Amsterdam information. What’s more, the tour guides usually know many languages and are used to dealing with communication barriers (障碍).
If it rains, no worries, you can choose to cancel your tour free of charge. This applies of course also in case of (万一) other bad weather or in case you simply don’t feel like taking the tour. The cancellation is easy, without question, and free.
Important during the bicycle tour of Amsterdam
Please don’t become so Dutch that you disregard the traffic laws. It is a fact that some Amsterdammers often cross a street or a bridge when they feel like doing it. That is why staying alert (警惕的) and a little bit of biking experience can help you to cross the small city streets during an Amsterdam bike tour. Also, unless you are 100% sure that the weather will be plenty sunny, you’d better bring a jacket. When you start moving on the bike, the Amsterdam’s air can get quite cold.
1. What is special about an Amsterdam bike tour?| A．It provides a free bike. | B．It offers coffee and tea. |
| C．It includes a free lunch. | D．It has its theme and route. |
| A．Taking no notice of the traffic rules. | B．Bringing warm clothing. |
| C．Doing as the Dutch do. | D．Getting away from bad weather. |
| A．In a history book. | B．In a research paper. |
| C．In an art magazine. | D．In a travel brochure. |
5 . 4-Day Holidays in Algeria
Africa’s largest city, Algeria, remains off the radar (不受人关注) in terms of tourism and as a general holiday destination. Luckily, we have a chance to have an exciting and educational 4-day Algeria holiday. The following is the general day-by-day timetable:
Price
From £995 to £1,145 (a person, includes: living, transportation, guiding, meals as shown (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner))
Day 1
Arrive in Algiers where you will be met and sent to your hotel. Start a sightseeing tour of the city including the Martyrs Memorial and the Basilica de Notre Dame d’Afrique, and take a drive through the city centre. Overnight at ST Hotel or similar. (LD)
Day 2
We head out of the capital to Tipasa, home to an amazing collection of archaeological (考古学上的) remains. On the way we visit the ‘Tomb of the Christian’, believed to date back to the 3rd century BC and belonging to the Numidian people. We continue on to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tipasa, a fantastic collection of Roman ruins overlooking (俯瞰) the sea, including an ancient amphitheatre and villas (圆形露天剧场、别墅). Overnight at ST Hotel or similar, Algiers (BL)
Day 3
We fly south-west to Bechar, and continue onward by road to the oasis (绿洲) town of Taghit, one of the most beautiful in the Algerian Sahara. Depending on our time of arrival we may have time to explore. Overnight at Saoura Hotel or similar (BLD)
Day 4
We continue our exploration of Oran including the colonial (殖民地的) age theatre, and the beautiful Santa Cruz area with its pretty church and fortress, offering great views over the whole of the city. Later we return to Algiers at noon. This afternoon has no particular activities until the time returns to the airport for your international flight. (BL)
1. What can we learn about Africa’s largest country?| A．Algeria is certainly worth a visit. |
| B．Few people go to Algeria to tour. |
| C．The tourism is the main industry in Algeria. |
| D．The tourism of Algeria is fairly well-developed. |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．In a history book. | B．In a travel guide. |
| C．In a geography paper. | D．In an art magazine. |
6 . Do you like travelling? Have you ever thought travelling is all just about fun? Actually, according to a recent report, travelling is more than fun and even more important today than ever.
Travelling helps explore new cultures. Every place in the world has a different culture, which depends upon the language spoken by the natives, the history of the place, and the lifestyle of the people.
Travelling helps discover new cuisine (菜肴).
Travelling helps bring out a new self. Most people are unwilling to step out of their comfort zone.
| A．Travelling helps make new friends. |
| B．It does good to our physical and mental health. |
| C．A trip without experiencing local food is incomplete. |
| D．It also gives us new experiences, enriching our knowledge and life. |
| E．If you love to explore different cultures, travelling won’t disappoint you. |
| F．Travelling is the best way to spend some quality time with your family. |
| G．But you should keep in mind that new life starts when you change yourself. |
7 . Who says you have to stay indoors when the temperatures drop? Here are favourite places to explore this winter.
Athens, Greece
In Athens, every November temperatures stay around the mid-20s, so have a trip to the Parthenon and Acropolis. A full afternoon is also necessary for exploring the Museum of Cycladic Art and its exhibitions — recently it has hosted Picasso’s.
In the streets of the Pysrri district is a hidden hole in the wall, from which one can go down to the basement restaurant, Diporto.
Huaraz, Peru
To some, Peru gives people images of students in printed shorts on a tour of Machu Picchu. There’s obviously so much more to do in the UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site. Any hike through the surrounding Huascaran National Park will make you feel like you’ve stepped into The Lord of the Rings.
April and November are considered “shoulder season”, which means fewer clear days but you can enjoy the trails (路线) with fewer people.
Edinburgh, UK
Yes, it’s probably going to be freezing cold. Hot coffee steam up in a pleasing, romantic fashion in cafes. People can take a few minutes’ walk from the Scottish National Portrait Gallery.
For simple Scottish dishes there’s neighbourhood inn, the Little Chartroom. And the Sheep Heid Inn has been long enough to have served Mary, Queen of Scots. In the eight bedrooms at the 18th century Rock House, each is a mixture of ancient details and current fashion.
Valletta, Malta
Flights from the UK to Malta’s capital are only around £30, making it one of the best destinations for a November trip. This tiny city has a temperature of 17 or so and has changed itself into a year-round city break with artistic cafes, hotels and newly opened galleries — Muza opened last year and houses the former National Gallery collection.
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1. Which place has exhibited Picasso’s works lately?| A．Muza. | B．National Gallery. |
| C．The Museum of Cycladic Art. | D．Scottish National Portrait Gallery. |
| A．You can appreciate ancient culture. | B．The Lord of the Rings was filmed here. |
| C．It’s a good place for hiking. | D．There are fewer people on April. |
| A．Athens. | B．Valletta. | C．Huaraz. | D．Edinburgh. |
| A．It served the Queen of Scotland. | B．It combines ancient and modern styles. |
| C．It has at least eight kinds of rooms. | D．It offers Scottish local specialties. |
8 . Over the last century, engineers all over the world have made efforts to achieve great success in bridge design.
Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge
No bridge is as long as the Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge in the world. The 164.8-kilometre-longbridge built in 2011 in China operates as part of the Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway. The trip from Ningbo to Jiaxing that previously took 4.5 hours has been reduced to two, thanks to this bridge.
Rio-Niteroi Bridge
Completed in 1974, the Rio-Niteroi Bridge in Brazil is the second-longest bridge in all of Latin America connecting the cities of Rio and Niteroi across the Guanabara Bay. The Rio-Niterói Bridge is technically known as a “box-girder (箱形梁)” bridge, made of special concrete. It receives an astonishing 140,000(or more) vehicles (车辆) per day, making it better known in the world.
Hartland Covered Bridge
The Harland Covered Bridge is the world’s longest covered bridge. The 1,282-foot-long bridge was opened in 1901 and has been on Canada’s list of National Historic Sites since 1980. Although it was at first built without a roof, the bridge was capped with wooden materials during the repairs in 1921.
Jiaozhou Bay Bridge
The newly-built Jiaozhou Bay Bridgo in Chipa was named “world’s longest bridge over water” by Guinness Book of World Records in 2011, a title previously held by the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway. The dispute was settled when the title of “longest continuous bridge over water” was given to the causeway, with the Jiaozhou Bay Bridge receiving the title of “longest bridge over water”
1. Which bridge is famous as a busy one?| A．Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge. | B．Rio-Niteroi Bridge. |
| C．Hartland Covered Bridge | D．Jiaozhou Bay Bridge. |
| A．It is the longest bridge worldwide. | B．It is over 160 kilometers. |
| C．It has a roof. | D．It is a wooden bridge. |
| A．In America. | B．In Brazil. | C．In Canada. | D．In China. |
1. How does the man want his eggs?
| A．Totally raw. | B．A little soft. | C．Very solid. |
| A．Britain. | B．France. | C．Denmark. |
| A．For pleasure. | B．For work. | C．For family. |
1. How does the woman feel?
| A．Sad. | B．Delighted. | C．Disappointed. |
| A．It’s expensive for shopping there. |
| B．The weather is always terrible there. |
| C．There are too many people at the beaches there. |
