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2 . As a student of International Relations and Chinese, I have been living in China for the past three years. Tibet was a region I was eager to travel to but its remoteness and my inability to find the right time to go delayed my journey. After a few e-mails back and forth with my dad in the UK, who doubted my choice, we decided to take a pause in our lives to begin our journey early in the morning of July 3rd.
We started our journey on Saturday morning at the Guangzhou train station. It was a good thing that we had secured a couple of soft seats as we were about to begin the journey. We started the first part of the journey, admiring the mysterious mountains of south China. The next day it changed quite suddenly to the dry landscape of central-west China as we passed through Shaanxi and Gansu Provinces. That evening we arrived in Qinghai Province, where we hoped for the Xining-Lhasa train.
We were greeted on the train with Tibetan yogurt. The following afternoon we arrived in Lhasa. Later that day, we started our journey to the Qomolangma base camp by road from Lhasa. Along the way we stopped to admire the beautiful and large river, the beautiful clouds and huge freshwater lake that is one of the three largest sacred lakes in Tibet. All the beauty contributed to making a picturesque countryside Tibet.
About a week later, we arrived at the Qo olangma basecamp in the afternoon. We were staying in a guesthouse just next to the basecamp and then we headed straight outside to see the wonderful Mt Qomolangma. The tip of the mountain could be seen through clouds, astonishing us with its unbelievable height and wonderful scenery. The clouds cleared away and we watched the sunset over the top of the mountain. Each of us was really impressed by Mt Qomolangma’s magnificence (壮丽) .
1. What made the author start a journey to Tibet?| A．His strong desire to visit it. | B．His father’s encouragement. |
| C．His classmate’s advice. | D．His love for remoteness. |
| A．OnJuly3rd. | B．OnJuly7th. |
| C．On Saturday morning. | D．On Sunday evening. |
| A．Large but unattractive. | B．High but flat. |
| C．Impressive and amazing. | D．Dangerous and scaring |
| A．To describe a high mountain. | B．To introduce a memorable trip. |
| C．To explain a cultural phenomenon. | D．To recommend a travel destination. |
3 . The Most Beautiful Beaches in Tulum
With a colorful arts scene and many wonderful restaurants, Tulum is one of the best travel destinations in Mexico, especially this town’s Caribbean coastline. Here’s our summary of the most beautiful beaches in Tulum.
Playa Ruinas
Playa Ruinas is home to well-preserved Mayan ruins overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The beach has whites and, blue waters and a site of historical importance. The top of Castillo was built as a watchtower in the 13th century and is now the third most visited archaeological site in Mexico after Teotihuacán and Chichén Itzá.
Playa Paraíso
Playa Paraíso is another beautiful spot in Tulum. The sand, surrounded by palm trees, is a popular place for volleyball lovers—and it’s large enough to ensure that it’s never overcrowding. There are also plenty of restaurants where you can enjoy lots of food, plus boats offering diving journeys in the warm sea.
Las Palmas
Las Palmas owns peaceful sand and gentle blue waves, more peaceful than Playa Paraíso. You won’t find dealers or restaurants in the area. Although this may be less convenient, it also means Las Palmas is the perfect place if you’re looking to get away from the crowded beaches.
Akumal Beach
Driving a car for less than 30 minutes from central Tulum, Akumal Beach is great for family outings and diving. Clearly busier than the peaceful beaches around Tulum, Akumal is near many bars and restaurants. Beach umbrellas are available to rent, and delicious food and ice-cold beers are on offer all day long.
1. Which beach has both beautiful scenery and an ancient building?| A．Playa Paraiso. | B．Playa Ruinas. | C．Las Palmas. | D．Akumal Beach. |
| A．Play volleyball. | B．Watch gentle blue waves. |
| C．Visit an archaeological site. | D．Buy an umbrella. |
| A．They own peaceful sand. | B．Visitors can dive there. |
| C．They have food and ice-cold beers. | D．They’re not far from central Tulum. |
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5 . No matter which place you decide to visit in Spain, you’ll find a beautiful beach waiting just for you. These popular beaches can meet the needs of people from all walks of life.
Cala de Algaiarens, Minorea
With soft golden sand and clear water, this beach is perfect for snorkeling (浅滩潜水) and visiting underwater caves. The beach belongs to a local man, so tourists have to pay a small entry fee. The waves here can sometimes be huge so the beach isn’t safe for kids.
Cala Tarida, Ibiza
Besides the big music festivals and the exciting nightlife, Ibiza is home to some of the most beautiful beaches; one of them is Cala Tarida. Just relax on the white sand or go swimming in clear water. It is an ideal location to spend a sunny day if you are in Ibiza.
Beach of La Concha, San Sebastian
It has been called the best city beach not just in Spain, but also in Europe. It’s so popular during the holidays that tourists have to struggle to get some space. Even though the beach is a 10- minute walk from the city, the white sand and the amazing clear waters do make the city a new world.
Sotavento, Canary Islands
As an ideal choice for travelers, Sotavento offers 17 miles of white sandy beach. It is blessed with strong water and winds, making it a paradise (天堂) for surfers and kite flyers. The beach also hosts the popular World Kite Surf Championship every August.
1. What can visitors do in Cala Tarida?| A．They can enjoy a music festival. | B．They can go snorkeling. |
| C．They can go surfing. | D．They can fly kites. |
| A．It’s perfect for people to fly kites. | B．It covers a distance of 17 miles. |
| C．The beach is open only in August. | D．The waves are huge and dangerous. |
| A．Cala de Algaiarens | B．Cala Tarida |
| C．Beach of La Concha | D．Sotavento |
6 . How to Make Sure You Enjoy Your Trip
A trip is a planned destination where one arranges in advance in which the main purpose is to search for adventure and to create a memorable moment.
• Plan it well.
Trips are ideally planned for it to go well.
• Pack necessities.
Bring what you need. Trips are short journeys and belong to the sub-level of traveling. Pack only the things you need.
• Be safe.
To be cautious is smart. No matter what you are up to, surfing, cliff diving, snowboarding, scuba diving..., it is always recommended to be safe. It is important to wear protective equipment when advisable.Don’t be stubborn and put yourself in harm when there are precautions.
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You may see delays, a different culture, lifestyle, food, and even a shortage of cash sometimes—this is all what travel is about—experiencing things with a new perspective. Once you expect to experience new things, you’ll be a happy traveler and free from stress.
• Save the memory.
| A．Travel with an open mind. |
| B．This is all we expect from a trip. |
| C．Get prepared for everything new. |
| D．Seize the moment by taking pictures. |
| E．Here are the steps on how to make sure your trip is enjoyable. |
| F．It is easy to get tired if you have too many things in your package. |
| G．Take your time, a day or a week ahead to make a plan for your trip. |
7 . Collette and Scott Stohler have what looks like the dream career. They travel around the world for six months a year and are paid to post photos, videos newsletters and blogs on their website and social media channels.
But Collette says, behind the scenes "It's not as glamorous as you see. Just know that we're on the beach only for a moment to take a photo." She says the life of an "influencer" requires countless hard work and thousands are competing for the same marketing dollars.
The number of social media influencers is growing, and the industry is evolving rapidly. But only a tiny minority are able to make a living doing so. Philip Trippenbach, head of influencer at marketing firm Edelman says that while "the best" can command large fees, "Those who are merely pretty good, get nothing" Collette and Scott earn around $ 200,000 per year. But Scott says, "It doesn't just happen. You need to hurry. For every 50 pitches (推销)we'll only hear a couple of yeses."
The couple, previously an engineering manager and an ad producer, had come to the end of a seven — month, round-the-world trip. Towards the end of their journey. they realized that their social media following had been growing, and decided to turn their nomadic (游牧的)lifestyle into a business.
Now, they work together with tourist boards, hotel groups and other brands to plan trips that they record and publish on their website and social media accounts. They began by approaching potential customer and working out deals for writing, photographing and filming their holidays. Other companies simply ask their products to be featured in photos that they might take. While the customers can decide how many posts are in the deal, the couple gets final say on what they write and what photos to publish. The Stohlers say branded posts make up around 25% of their social media feed, and now, while they still pitch for work, the companies also come to them.
Collette says, "The majority of our time is spent shooting. We rarely have time to 'kick back' on work trips, but sometimes we're able to add a day at the end (on our own expense) to explore."
1. What does Collette mean by saying "It's not as glamorous as you see"?| A．The work is glamorous. | B．The work is difficult. |
| C．The work is disappointing. | D．The work is interesting. |
| A．Only a few can succeed. | B．Collette and Scott earn a lot. |
| C．The majority are doing well. | D．The industry is developing slowly. |
| A．They planned to do so. |
| B．They found it by accident. |
| C．They learned it from others. |
| D．They were asked to do so by tourist boards. |
| A．To tell us how to travel with pay. |
| B．To introduce the traveling industry. |
| C．To ask us to follow Collette and Scott Stohler. |
| D．To introduce Collette and Scott Stohler and their dream career. |
8 . Los Angeles is a relatively new and spreading city, which means there’s a big canvas (画布) for architects of many styles to put their 3D stamps on the city. For architecture fans, here are some must-see spots.
Watts Towers
Designed and constructed by Italian-born Simon Rodia over the course of three decades, the 17 towers—the tallest is 100 feet high—consist of metal and found objects such as broken glass, pottery chips (陶器碎片), seashells, etc. You can take a guided tour of this place, learning about the history of this attractive project. 1727 E. 107th St., LA.
Getty Center
Architect Richard Meier’s shining city on a hill took 16,000 tons of marble to build but today it’s a wonder, housing the Getty’s main art collection and offering unbelievable views of Los Angeles. 1200 Getty Center Dr., LA.
Sturges House
Frank Lloyd Wright designed nine different structures throughout Southern California. This was Wright’s first turn away from the textile (纺织) block buildings he’d been designing in California and toward stressing natural factors of the structure to mix with the natural surroundings. 449 N. Skyewiay Rd., LA.
Walt Disney Concert Hall
Frank Gehry has lived in Los Angele s for decade s and hi s world has been se en throughout the city. This one, the Walt Disney Concert Hall, is his most luxurious (奢侈的) building in Southern California. You need not sit through a symphony performance to get a glance at the interior(内饰). The concert hall offers free self-guided audio tours recorded by actor John Litligow. 111 S. Grand Ave., LA.
1. Where should you go to visit Watts Towers?| A．1200 Getty Center Dr., LA. | B．1727 E. 107th St., LA. |
| C．449 N. S kyewiay Rd., LA. | D．111 S. Grand Ave., LA. |
| A．It is made up of 9 structures. | B．It is a textile block building. |
| C．It fits in well with its environment. | D．It is a luxurious building. |
| A．Simon Rodia. | B．Richard Meier. |
| C．John Lithgow. | D．Frank Gehry. |
9 . Whoopie Whizzer
This thrilling ride that has you holding onto your seats in fear attracted more visitors than any other single attraction last year. The ride starts with a few gentle spins that gradually increase in speed, so that after thirty seconds you're moving round at 15 miles per hour! Suitable for anyone over 14 years of age, this ride is open throughout the season. It’s one you certainly don’t want to miss, so make sure you have a go early on in the day to avoid disappointment.
Spooksville
This is a haunted house with a difference－come and visit if you dare! A hired team of professional actors perform stunts and try to frighten you senseless, and be warned－they will! Still, you have to judge for yourselves so bring all the family along to this attraction. Enter alone at your own risk!
Aladdins Magic Maze
Our Magic Maze is Europe's biggest, as you will realize as soon as you try to find your way out! The walls of our corridors are covered with mirrors so that when you start walking through, it can be pretty confusing－we're still waiting for someone to beat the record exit time of twenty－two minutes. If you think you can do it, come along and try.
Pirate Ship
This huge pirate ship has been specially designed just for kids－it's made of inflatable plastic so they can't hurt themselves! During our thirty-minute sessions they can climb up and down in the ship and enjoy themselves. Around the ship is the Slippery Scales swimming pool which they can swim around in－its new wave-machine will make them believe they're really at sea! Teams of trained staff always keep an eye on their activities so parents can relax and enjoy themselves too!
1. What can we learn about Whoppie Whizzer?| A．It attracts less visitors than any other attraction. |
| B．The ride increases in speed rapidly while starting. |
| C．It is available for anyone less than 14 years old. |
| D．Visitors can experience a high speed ride there. |
| A．Aladdin's Magic Maze | B．Spooksville |
| C．Whoppie Whizzer | D．Pirate Ship |
| A．To celebrate a few events. | B．To describe several parks. |
| C．To announce new activities. | D．To introduce some attractions. |
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