1 . Viator, a trip advisor company, offers a variety of tourism programs near London. The following are some of its programs.
Thames River Sightseeing Cruise (乘船游览) with Afternoon Tea (Aug. 18)
While in London, you can add the moment of enjoying British tradition to an afternoon tea cruise. You can have a unique dining experience with family and friends on the Thames River. As you cruise from Tower Pier to Westminster, you can enjoy tea, freshly prepared cakes and sandwiches, and view London’s great landmarks, including the Tower of London, St. Paul’s Cathedral and the London Eye.
Lowest Price: $ 57. 7
Duration: 1. 5 hours
Kid-Friendly Private Tour (Aug. 20)
This tour is a private tour of the Tower of London with pre-booked admission tickets. It is specially designed for families with children, including interesting stories from over the centuries. You can enjoy a visit to the Crown Jewels, red-uniformed Beefeaters, and a stop at the Beasts of the Royal Menagerie.Lowest Price: $ 309. 35
Duration: 6 hours
Walking Tour (Aug. 22)
This action-packed walking tour covers London’s two most historic areas: the City of London and Westminster. See more than 30 sights, including the Tower of London, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and so on.
Lowest Price: $19. 35
Duration: 5 hours
Night Open-Top Bus Tour with Christmas Lights (Nov. 18)
You will see a different side of London on an open-top bus tour that discovers the best of the city’s Christmas lights. Sitting on the top deck gives you overall views of England’s capital, including top attractions such as Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Lowest Price: $ 30. 97
Duration: 2 hours
1. What can visitors enjoy during the Kid-Friendly Private Tour?| A．Freshly prepared cakes. | B．Christmas lights. |
| C．A Cruise experience. | D．Interesting stories. |
| A．1. 5 hours. | B．2 hours. | C．5 hours. | D．6 hours. |
| A．Walking Tour. |
| B．Kid-Friendly Private Tour. |
| C．Night Open-Top Bus Tour with Christmas Lights. |
| D．Thames River Sightseeing Cruise with Afternoon Tea. |
2 . With the Forbidden City and Jingshan Park to its east, Zhongnanhai to its south, Beihai Park, also known as Northern Sea Park, is one of the oldest, largest and best-preserved ancient imperial gardenst (皇家花园) in China located in the center of Beijing.
Beihai Park is said to be built according to a traditional Chinese legend. The story is that once upon a time there were three magic mountains called “Penglai”, “Yingzhou” and “Fangzhang”. Gods in those mountains had a kind of medicine which would help humans gain immortality (永生). Consequently, many emperors constantly sought those mountains. I For example, Emperor Qin Shihuang had sent people to look for the magic mountains but they failed. Emperor Wudi, the fifth emperor of the Western Han Dynasty did similar things.
It was believed that different mountain-water combinations in ancient Chinese architecture led to totally different effects. So from then on, almost every emperor during the succeeding dynasties would build a royal garden with one-pool-with-three-hill layout near his palace. Beihai Park was surely built after this traditional style: the water of Beihai with Zhongnanhai is the Taiye Pool; the Jade Flowery Islet, the island of the Circular City and the Xishantai Island represent the three magic mountains.
Actually, Beihai Park was initially built in the Liao Dynasty (916-1125) and was repaired and rebuilt in the following dynasties including Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing. The large-scale rebuilding in the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) generally established the present scale and pattern. In 1925, it was first opened to the public, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world every year.
It is enjoyable to walk around the various scenic areas in Beihai Park. There are many places to visit, including the Bai Ta, Five-Dragon Pavilions, Nine-Dragon Wall, Yong’an Temple and so on. There is also a classy restaurant called Fangshan Restaurant where the Empress Cixi once dined.
1. Where is Beihai Park?| A．Near the ocean. | B．In the south of Zhongnanhai. |
| C．To the west side of Jingshan Park. | D．In the uptown area of Beijing City. |
| A．They loved to listen to stories. | B．They both pursued immortality. |
| C．They were mountain-climbing lovers. | D．They were the first emperor of their dynasties. |
| A．Less than 100 years old. | B．About 500 years old. |
| C．About 1, 000 years old. | D．Nearly 2, 000 years old. |
| A．A famous park. | B．Historical palaces. |
| C．An unforgettable legend. | D．Ancient architectural styles. |
3 . Windy City Harvest Farm Tours
Visit one of the Windy City Harvest farm sites and learn more about our program. We offer different tours which include information about the program history, job-training mission, and growing practices. All profits from the tour fees help fund the education of the city.
SITE
North Lawndale Farm
This farm site is located on the west side of Chicago on a 1/5-acre (英亩) lot. It has been a training site since our programme was launched in 2003. Currently this space can serve up to 20 people at a time.
McCormick Place Farm
It is a 3/5-acre rooftop farm at McCormick Place West in cooperation with Savor Chicago, the food service team for McCormick Place. Produce grown on the rooftop farm is harvested and then delivered directly to Savor Chicago. This 12-year-old farm is a sought-after training site for WCH program participants.
Washington Park Farm
Established in 2012, Washington Park Farm is a major job-training center. Located on the east of Chicago Park District, this 3/4-acre site hosts up to 25 participants during the growing season.
PRICE
Tour | Price |
Nonprofit and School Group | $5 per person(starting at $50) |
Private Group | $10 per person (starting at $100) |
Reservation is required. Provide payment in the form of check or money order payable to Windy City Harvest or in cash upon your arrival at the tour site except Washington Park Farm. For groups interested in visiting two or more farm sites during the tour, an additional fee will apply. It’s important to note that tour groups should arrange for their own transportation.
1. What is special about McCormick Place Farm?| A．It is the smallest farm. | B．It has the longest history. |
| C．It is on the top of a building. | D．It provides courses for job seekers. |
| A．$100. | B．$75. | C．$50. | D．$35. |
| A．Washington Park Farm is free. |
| B．Booking in advance is a must. |
| C．Four kinds of payment are mentioned. |
| D．A lower price is offered for the second site. |
4 . Travelers are always looking for inspiration to guide their adventures. What are the top tourist attractions in the world?
The Colosseum（罗马斗兽场）, Rome
Set in the heart of the city, the Colosseum is an easy place to visit. Direct flights from around the world land in Rome daily, making it a destination you can visit on a weekend if you choose. Wander through Rome’s ancient streets, tour the Colosseum, and if time allows, plan a trip to other areas of Italy.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Much of the attraction comes from its location, high in the jungle-clad（丛林覆盖的）mountains of Peru. Set on a high plateau（高原）with green mountains, the setting is fantastic. The fact that the original builders created this amazing place in what would have been jungle, is, in itself, impressive.
Visitor numbers are now limited to a maximum per day.
The Acropolis, Athens
Situated above present day Athens, the Acropolis draws you up and in. Follow in the foot-steps of ancients as you walk up the same steps that have been walked on since 438 BCE—2,500 years.
Views out over the city are incredible as you walk between the restored ancient buildings. Near the end of the day, you’ll want to wander and watch the sunset from the stairs near the entrance. This is a nightly custom in Athens.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Wandering through Angkor Wat, the main centerpiece of the Angkor complex, it’s easy to feel like you’ve entered another era. This is without doubt, one of the most impressive sites in Southeast Asia and the main reason why many people visit Cambodia.
1. Why is it so convenient to visit the Colosseum?| A．Every day there are many flights getting to Rome. | B．It is placed outside the big city of Rome. |
| C．It is a place with fewer tourists. | D．It is located near the seaside with ships around. |
| A．You can visit it any time you want. | B．It was built on a plain without plants. |
| C．It has a tourist limit policy. | D．It was rebuilt after it was destroyed. |
| A．The Colosseum. | B．Machu Picchu. | C．The Acropolis. | D．Angkor Wat. |
5 . This journey began this morning almost an hour later than I had planned, although I had completed my packing before eight o’clock. I was quite clear about the fact that once I left, my house would stand empty for probably the first time since the day it was built. It was a strange feeling and perhaps explains why I was leaving so late, walking around the house many times over, checking one last time to see that all was in order.
It is hard to explain my feelings once I did finally set off. As I drove further and further from the house, I found the surroundings grow unrecognizable. I began to have a feeling of unease mixed with excitement. I took a turning and found myself on a road circling the edge of a hill. I could sense the steep (陡峭的) drop to my left. I felt a sense of alarm that I was perhaps not on the correct road at all, but speeding off in the wrong direction into a wilderness. It was only the feeling of a moment, but it caused me to slow down. And even when I was sure I was on the right road, I felt forced to stop the car a moment to think carefully.
I decided to step out and stretch (伸展) my legs a little. On the one side of the road, thickets and small trees rose sharply, while on the other I could now see the distant countryside and a town nearby.
I walked a little way along the roadside, when I heard a voice behind me. Until this point I had believed myself quite alone and I turned in some surprise. Sitting on the large stone was a thin, whitehaired man. He called to me again and signaled me to join him. For a moment, I took him for a homeless man, but then I saw he was just some local man enjoying the fresh air and summer sunshine, and saw no reason not to do so.
1. Why did the author set off later than planned?| A．Because he repeatedly checked the house. |
| B．Because he was feeling sad about leaving the house. |
| C．Because packing his belongings took longer than expected. |
| D．Because there was no one to help him get everything ready. |
| A．The road had become steep. |
| B．He realized he was driving too fast. |
| C．The beautiful scenery attracted him. |
| D．He suddenly feared that he might get lost. |
| A．didn’t expect to see anyone |
| B．didn’t want to speak to anybody |
| C．didn’t know there was a town nearby |
| D．couldn’t see anything because of the tree |
| A．He just wanted to finish it. |
| B．He felt unable to continue it. |
| C．He regretted having started it. |
| D．He had mixed feelings about it. |
6 . Best Campgrounds in U.S. National Parks
Gold Bluffs Beach Campground, Redwood National & State Park, CA
The remote campground is located about 6 miles up unpaved Davison Road. This is a small campground, though, with only 26 sites. So you’ll need to book your site well in advance. As far as facilities go, there are solar showers, barbecues and fire pits, picnic tables and food lockers-more than enough for a remote camping adventure. Note that the first part of Davison Road is very steep and winding. Large RVs(房车)are prohibited on this road.
Nightly rate: $35
Watchman Campground, Zion National Park, UT
There are five different loops(圈): Loop A and B have electric campsites, while the C and D are tent-only. Loop E is where the group sites are. Note, however, that this campground is extremely popular. Reservations are absolutely recommended from March through November. The off-season, on the other hand, offers first-come, first-served camping.
Nightly rate: $30 for an electric site; $20 for a tent-only site
Pi ñon Flats Campground, Great Sand Dunes National Park, CO
As an International Dark Sky Park, Great Sand Dunes is also a great place to see the Milky Way and amazing views of North America’s tallest sand dunes. It is popular among children and adults alike. Renting a sled or sand board for an afternoon of fun —you’ll feel like a kid again. Sites can accommodate both RVs and tents.
Nightly rate: $20
Painted Desert, Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
It’s a fantastic place to put up a tent. This is free camping, wild camping. The only thing you have to do to camp there is to get a permit in person at the Painted Desert Visitor Center. Once you’re a mile from the trail head, you’re free to set up tents wherever you want. Remember to obey the Leave No Trace principles, though! Of course, there are no facilities in this desert wilderness. So, you’ll need to pack everything you need, from water and food to other supplies.
1. Which of the following charges no fees for the campsites?| A．Redwood National State Park. |
| B．Zion National Park. |
| C．Great Sand Dunes National Park. |
| D．Petrified Forest National Park. |
| A．Pay $50 for the camping. |
| B．Get a permit in advance. |
| C．Camp with group members. |
| D．Reserve sites in the peak season. |
| A．Outdoor tent campsites. |
| B．Enough camping equipment. |
| C．Convenient traffic conditions. |
| D．Environmental warning signs. |
7 . A China Trip: Group Tours
Harbin Ice Festival Express 5-Day TourDeparts: From 15 Jan 2023 Starts /Ends: Beijing Prices: USD$1269 pp
Let it snow! See the world’s largest and most complicated ice sculptures at the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival. With Chinese New Year spent exploring the brilliant Ice Lantern Show in Zhaolin Park, this is a holiday like no other.
Trip Highlights
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Harbin International Ice & Snow Festival | Great Wall of China |
| including Sun Island, International Snow Sculpture Art Expo, Harbin Ice and Snow World and Harbin Ice Lantern Show at Zhaolin Park | the mountainous Juyongguan Pass section of the UNESCO listed Great Wall of China |
What’s included | What’s Not included |
| •4 breakfasts and 1 dinner •3 nights five-star hotel in Harbin •Flight: Beijing-Harbin •1 overnight sleeper train Harbin-Beijing •Touring of the Juyongguan area of Great Wall of China and Harbin Ice Festival •Accompanied by an experienced English speaking Chinese Tour guide •Beijing Capital Airport arrival transfer on day l and departure transfer day 5 | •Tipping: USD$35-45 pp, paid in local currency •Entrance Fees: USD$120-130 pp, paid in local currency • International flights and visa •Tip for your tour guide is not included in the Tip Kitty. We suggest USD$3-5 per day, per traveler for a job well done, however the amount is up to you. •Beijing free time to explore |
UK 020 4571 1381 USA 866 616 5394 IRE 1800 936 885
NZ 0800 44 77 69 CAN 866 890 7038 AUS 1300 855 684
1. How much would a member of a group at least pay for the China tour?
| A．USD$1269. | B．USD$120. | C．USD$35. | D．USD$45. |
| A．The International flights and visa. | B．An experienced Chinese tour guide. |
| C．Three nights five-star hotel in Harbin. | D．One sleeper train from Beijing to Harbin. |
| A．020 4571 1381. | B．866 890 7038. | C．1800 936 885. | D．0800 44 77 69. |
8 . The Chengdu Natural History Museum has been opened to the public for some time! If you have not been to it, don’t worry. Today, you will have a “cloud visit” with us first.
With a total exhibition area of about 17,000 square meters, The Chengdu Natural History Museum has nearly 70,000 collections and about 10,000 exhibits on display.
| ● Hall of Geological Environment From the Big Bang to the earth’s evolution, this hall offers tourists an excellent review of the earth through scene restoration and specimen (标本) exhibition. ● Hall of Mineral Resources It is like an amazing world of minerals. Dazzling minerals and gems are waiting for you to enjoy their beauties carefully. ● Hall of Dinosaurs’ Secret The exhibition hall tells the origin, evolution and extinction of dinosaurs, and introduces visitors to the mysterious stories of the age of dinosaurs and the five major dinosaur families. ● Hall of Diverse Life Lifelike animal specimens are displayed throughout the exhibition hall, and visitors get immersed in the wonderful animal world. In addition, there is an AR screen for interaction, making this place a paradise for animal lovers! |
Besides the permanent exhibition halls, the museum also has 2 temporary exhibition halls and a 4D cinema hall that is not yet open. Hopefully, you can visit them soon!
Opening time
Open at 9:00-17:00 from Tuesday to Sunday (visitors are not allowed to enter the museum after 16:30); closed on Monday.
Admission ticket reservation
Please make your reservation at least one day in advance on the WeChat account of “Chengdu Natural History Museum”. Real-name reservations can be made with the number of your ID card or passport.
For more information, please click https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/1hjvAXvgRisrO1bO0d65TA.
1. If you like animals, which of the following is the best choice?| A．Hall of Geological Environment. | B．Hall of Mineral Resources. |
| C．Hall of Dinosaurs’ Secret. | D．Hall of Diverse Life. |
| A．at 10:00 on Monday morning | B．at 11:00 on Thursday morning |
| C．at 3:20 on Sunday afternoon | D．at 4:20 on Saturday afternoon |
| A．A textbook. | B．A website. | C．A guidebook. | D．A magazine. |
9 . Time Out — Our Pick of Events Around the World
SAN FRANCISCO BEER WEEK, FEBRUARY 7-16
Breweries and venues exhibit a diverse selection of craft beers during this event, with activities that include food pairings, comedy nights and cycling tours of the neighborhood. Prices vary for each event. sfbeerweek.org
BERLIN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, FEBRUARY 20-MARCH 1
The 70th edition of the annual cinematic event takes place across Berlin, with screenings of 400 films including the international premiere of Matteo Garrone’s Pinocchio. New this year is the Encounters competition, promoting daring works from independent filmmakers. Tickets go on sale on February 17, but look out for free events in the Audi Berlinale Lounge. berlinale.de
PICASSO AND PAPER, LONDON, UNTIL APRIL 13
The Royal Academy is holding the largest exhibition devoted to Picasso’s paper art, showcasing more than 300 works which range from collages to sculptures and etchings. Highlights include Femmes à Leur Toilette (1937-38), exhibited in the UK for the first time in more than half a century, and cubist sculpture Violin (1912). Tickets from ￡18. royalacademy.org.uk
EXCLUSIVE COOKING ATRS IN MARCH
On March 31, Business Traveller will host an evening with Theo Randall at the London Park Lane. Join us for a drinks reception at 6.30 pm followed by a cooking demo by Randall and a food tasting. Theo’s passion for Italian fare took him from Chez Panisse in California to head chef at the River Café, before opening his restaurant at the Intercontinental London Park Lane in 2006. The business traveller team looks forward to meeting you. To book tickets, visit businesstravellerevents.com
1. How long does the San Francisco Beer Week last?| A．11 days. | B．15 days. | C．7 days. | D．10 days. |
| A．Francisco Beer Week. |
| B．Berlin International Film Festival. |
| C．Picasso and Paper. |
| D．Exclusive Cooking Arts in March. |
| A．People can attend the activity free of charge on February 17. |
| B．The event is held every year. |
| C．Beverages and foods are not provided by the organizers. |
| D．Tickets can only be booked online. |
1. Where is the new sports center?
| A．On Hill Road. | B．On Mill Street. | C．On Station Road. |
| A．He went swimming. | B．He climbed mountains. | C．He played table tennis. |
