2 . The Best Zoos in the World

Catching sight of your favorite animals up close can be an exciting experience. Many zoos provide the opportunity for people to learn about the global environment and work to help preserve critical species for generations to come.

San Diego Zoo - San Diego, California

The San Diego Zoo has long been considered one of the best zoos in the world. The zoo, which opened its doors in 1916, covers across 100 acres and is home to more than 12,000 rare and endangered animals. Guests can take part in a number of educational programs, knowing a part of their ticket goes toward various conservation programs.

Chester Zoo - England, U.K

The Chester Zoo is yet another large space with a rich conservation program(and it happens to be the most-visited zoo in the U. K.). The zoo is home to more than 20,000 animals and works to educate every guest on not only their conservation programs but how individuals can take action.

Alaska Zoo - Anchorage, Alaska

The Alaska Zoo is one of the smaller ones to make this global list, but for a good reason. The Alaska Zoo specializes in local animals, including brown bears, bald eagles, moose, hawks, harbor seals, and more. It is a registered nonprofit devoted to promoting the conservation of Arctic and sub-Arctic species.

Tiergarten Schonbrunn - Vienna, Austria

The Tiergarten Schonbrunn in Vienna has the distinct honor of being the world’s oldest zoo. It also happens to be one of the best zoos in the world thanks to its various rare animal exhibits along with its captive breeding program that’s helping to save dozens of at-risk species, and its rich species protection program in the wild.

3 . If you’re looking for an exciting suggestion for your next trip, consider Valencia in Spain! It’s a beautiful city with a mix of historical charm and modern style. It’s small, so you can easily explore its central sights on foot.

Valencia has old buildings from past centuries, as well as modern buildings that adds to its unique style. A great way to get to know Valencia is by joining a walking tour. It will introduce you to the city's history and culture. Once you’ve explored the main attractions in the city center, don’t miss the chance to visit the City of Arts and Sciences, located at the former river location. Even if you can’t attend any science exhibitions, you can still enjoy the ocean arium, concerts or watch a film in the City of Arts and Sciences. The buildings in this area are also incredibly beautiful! One of the advantages of Valencia is its location on the Mediterranean coast. This means you can relax and enjoy the beach during your stay in the city.

If you’re wondering where to stay in Valencia, here are some suggestions: For luxurious (奢华的)hotels, look for centre areas in the city. For budget-friendly options, explore hotels that are not in the centre of the city. Remember to research and compare different neighborhoods and hotels to find the fittest one for your preferences and budget.

At last, don’t forget to try Valencia’s traditional food, which is also known for visitors.You can try paella, a traditional rice dish that originates from the city. There are also many other local specialties for you to explore. Exploring the local food scene is a must when visiting Valencia!

4 . Listed below are some nice family-friendly museums in Chicago, pick one that interests your kids most and take your little ones there to have fun.

Shedd Aquarium (水族馆)

It was open to the public on May 30th, 1930. Visitors with limited movement can use easy slopes (斜坡) to reach the exhibits, which are also explained to children through an app.Families can spend the night in the aquarium during the special event called Asleep with the Fishes.

Elmhurst History Museum

It’s a museum about history that has won awards and was created in 1957. It shows different exhibits about many history-related subjects, has a fun interactive exhibit about its own history, and offers various public programs, tours of exhibits, and special events for the community. The museum is a fantastic place for families to visit for a day or two, and it even has places for picnics and holiday train journeys.

Chicago Children’s Museum

Founded in 1982, the museum displays impressive exhibits for children, featuring dinosaur bones, a play area only for babies and a famous and fun climbing area for children.Moreover, the museum offers various exhibitions and daily art classes for children, which are free of charge. Visiting the museum on the weekend is a good choice for economical family amusement.

Field Museum of Natural History

With millions of things in its store, it was established in 1893. Disco ver more than 4billion years of life on Earth through interesting displays and interactive events, and discover protection campaigns worldwide.   It is now considered as famous as the Smithsonian Institution, established in 1846 in Washington, and the American Museum of Natural History, which originated in 1869 in New York.

Gulangyu, which is also called “piano island” or “museum of global architectures”, is an island off the coast of Xiamen, southeast China’s Fujian Province. The little island    1    (think) of as a name card of Xiamen Cityand of Fujian Province as a whole.

Gulangyu saw rapid growth in    2    (it) culture and education in modern times, with schools, hospitals, newspaper offices    3     libraries built by people from both home and abroad.

The island became a famous tourist destination in     4    late 1970s. Unfortunately, efforts to protect the local historical sites and cultural heritages (遗产) fell behind when    5    (tourist) flooded to Gulangyu island. As a result, the    6    ( protect) of Gulangyu became necessary.

Bagua Mansion (八卦楼)，or the Eight Diagrams Mansion, was built in the early 20th century and is one of the attractions on the island. Later on, it was    7    ( bad) in need of repair but there was no enough money to do it.

In 1986, the Xiamen government decided    8    ( repair) the mansion. After that, Bagua Mansion became the only museum of pipe organs, a kind of    9    (tradition)instrument in China and the largest of that kind in the world. The mansion, along    10    52 other historical sites, forms a whole part of Gulangyu’s multicultural heritage, and this made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.

6 . In the rush of day-to-day life, we don’t always have the time to slow down and move at our own speed. Even on vacation, we always try to visit, do and taste as many things as possible in a new place or many places.       

“I’ve heard countless times how tired people are when they come back from their vacation and feel like they ‘need a vacation from their vacation,’ and that’s because many times we pack so much into a very short time,” said travel blogger Esther Susag. “We want to see everything, do everything, and not waste a minute.

There is, however, another method that many experienced travelers suggest: slow travel. But what exactly is slow travel, and how do you take full advantage of this kind of trip? Below ,travel experts break it down.

As the name suggests, slow travel generally needs travelers to slow down and enjoy each moment, rather than rushing to check off the list items. “Slow travel may mean different things to different travelers, but I define (定义) it as staying in one place for longer and going deeper into the local culture,” said Paul Jacobs, general manager and vice president of Kayak North America. “It’s taking the time to make real connections with locals instead of packing a schedule full of tours.”            

For travel expert and author La Carmina, slow travel allows people to stop and smell the roses-quite directly. “It’s about being fully present in the moment and experiencing the sights, sounds and sensations (感觉) around you completely “letting the experience develop at its own speed and without expectations,” she said. “To me, slow travel doesn’t have a strict definition or certain things to do, but rather focuses on the feeling of being a visitor to a place.”

Slow travel is becoming more and more popular now, because it can do good to us in many ways.

8 . A few weeks ago my family and I went on a trip by car. This has become our ___________ on Sundays over the past several months of the pandemic (疫情). Over the past nine months, we had to stay indoors except on weekends. On a recent morning, we ___________ about 30 minutes to Los Dinamos, a mountainous thickly forested national park.

I listened to the _________ of rushing water from the river below and the singing of birds ___________ in the trees. I ___________ the tiny hand of our ___________ 2- year- old daughter, who was glad to go out playing. And then I surprisingly ___________ we were alone. In a city of millions, we had ___________ ourselves to another world.

I often tell people what I ___________ most about prepandemic life is the liveliness and excitement of the city. But I’ve come to realize that I also need these ____________ on pine- needle- covered (铺满松针的) ways with my young daughters, ____________ things they had never seen or calling out the ____________ of the flowers we pass along the way. I ____________ truly fresh air. I need to attract my kids and my husband ahead with promises of delicious food and a perfect ____________ place where we could sit on the blanket and enjoy the food.

It’s a ____________ that there’s life all around me, even if I can’t spend time mixing with others.

9 . Moscow, the capital of Russia, is the place to explore Russian culture, history, foods and buildings. Unsure where to find all these things? Read on.

The St. Basil’s Cathedral (教堂) was built from 1555 to 1560. It is possibly the best known sight in Moscow thanks to is candy-colored, unique design. You can even go inside the Cathedral and attend one of the regular services.

The Kremlin is the oldest part of Moscow and the first written mention of the Kremlin dates back to 1147. It has served as the official home of the president of the Russia since 1991. The impressive red walls that surround the Kremlin protect some of the most amazing cathedrals in Moscow. You can see attractive clothing, treasures and weapons (武器) from ancient times.

Built in the late 1500s, the Red Square must be visited during the day and night to see it in all its shining beauty. Walk around the walls of the Kremlin, visit the beautiful Kazan Cathedral and Historical Museum and you can even see Lenin’s well-kept remains.

Opened in 1967, the Ostankino Tower, more commonly known as the TV Tower, is a television and radio tower in Moscow. It was once the tallest freestanding (独立式的) tower in Europe. It is currently the tallest freestanding building in Europe and seventh tallest in the world and offers the best views over the whole of Moscow.