1 . 4 Best Places to Travel in 2023
2023 is the year when travel returns in a big way. To get you started, we’ve rounded up some of the best places to travel in 2023. All you need to do is pick the place that appeals to you.
Copenhagen
With its fantastic houses, clean streets and colorful architecture, Copenhagen is regarded as the most livable city on the earth. Named the World Capital of Architecture for 2023, Copenhagen will offer a series of major artistic events and programs sure to delight architects and design lovers.
Bhutan
For travelers with a sense of adventure and a love of discovery, Bhutan has always been a must-go destination. In 2023, travelers can once again explore the Trans Bhutan Trail, which runs 250 miles from east to west, offering visits to the century-old communities along the journey. The trail spans (横跨)18 major bridges and national parks and connects more than 400 historic and cultural sites.
Bordeaux
The coming years will be sporty in the historical wine region of Bordeaux in France. In 2023, the city will host the Rugby World Cup, an intense and stressful game. Beyond sports, Bordeaux is one of the favorite historical cities, with more than 350 structures that are either nationally or regionally listed as historical monuments.
Namibia
Wildlife and adventure lovers looking for a unique path in African Safari trips should head straight to Namibia in 2023 — this country in southern Africa is the perfect place to travel to reconnect with nature and escape the modern stresses of life. On the wildlife front, you may see lions along with giraffes and elephants.
1. What is Copenhagen well-known for?A.The natural landscape. | B.The adventure travel. |
C.Eye-catching architecture. | D.Famous art designers. |
A.Modern communities. | B.Cultural relics. |
C.Historical wine regions. | D.National monuments. |
A.Copenhagen. | B.Bhutan. | C.Bordeaux. | D.Namibia. |
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Last Saturday, eighty students from our school pay a visit to Ningxia Science and Technology Museum.
The museum, which main task is to spread the necessary knowledge of science and technology, covers area of 15,000 square meters. The moment when we entered the museum, the exhibition caught their attention. In the museum, we saw the latest progresses in science and technology. Moreover, we did an amazed scientific experiment by ourselves. What appealed for us most was the 4D film which made us feel we were in real events.
Though the visiting time was slight short, we gained a lot. It is so an instructive activity that we hope more will be organized in the future.
3 . A
Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands
Gain close insight (洞察力) into the Netherlands’ artistic works on this private walk tour from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized journey. Choose from a vast range of museums, galleries, and attractions across the region, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or Keukenhof Gardens.
Countryside Bike Tour
Cycle away from the urban noise and disappear into the countryside on this guided bike tour, which lasts about 5 hours. Visit a historical windmill, a farmhouse and a factory of Dutch styles. This enjoyable ride takes your small group along the Amstel River, past country villages and green fields dotted with cows. Learn about rural Dutch traditions and history, and finish your tour exploring Amsterdam’s parks including Vondelpark, Amsterdamse Bos and Beatrixpark.
Guided Canoe (轻舟) Adventure
Paddle through Holland’s Waterland area on a canoe from Amsterdam. With an expert guide, travel north to Waterland. Then, board a canoe and paddle around the dreamlike waterways. Enjoy the sound of birdsong and scents of wild plants, and hear about the region’s traditional way of life. Stop for a swim if the weather allows, and visit an island for a picnic of local produce. Numbers are limited to 10 for a small-group experience.
Day Trip to Bruges
Discover the charms of Bruges on this 12-hour trip from Amsterdam. As you travel by bus, learn about the history of Belgium. Explore the city of Bruges, visiting the Market Square, Town Hall, and other historic sights. Experience and learn about the amazing culture of this city, especially about the Church of Our Lady and enjoy a bit of free time before your return to the Netherlands.
1. Which trip is best for an art student?A.Personalized Day Tour in the Netherlands. |
B.Countryside Bike Tour. |
C.Guided Canoe Adventure. |
D.Day Trip to Bruges. |
A.Length of time. | B.Means of transport. |
C.Place of departure. | D.Size of group. |
A.A travel diary. | B.A guide to Bruges. |
C.A history textbook. | D.A travel website. |
4 . As the world reopens to travelers, the planet’s national parks offer a whole lot of peace and quiet landscapes. Here, let’s find some national parks which are safe and possible to travel to.
·Croatia: Mljet National Park
Generations of vacationers have heard the song of Dubrovnik, the “Pearl of the Adriatic”. When you are bored with the tourists crowding the Old Town, particularly in the peak summer season, choose the national park located only 15 miles offshore. Blanketed in a pine forest, Mljet Island offers activities like cycling, hiking, kayaking(皮划艇) and swimming in the famous saltwater lakes.
·France: Mercantour National Park
Travel 30 miles from the Riviera and you can discover one of France’s last wild areas, a place of great biodiversity and varied landscapes. There’s a red-rock valley, the grass filled with wildflowers, villages located on sheer rock cliffs, etc. Did we mention the prehistoric rock art? A guided hike through the “Valley of Wonders” shows Bronze Age petroglyphs(岩画) carved in stone.
·Iceland: Vatnajökull National Park
Why go for one volcano when you can explore two? Vatnajökull National Park isn’t just a park. This World Heritage Site is formed by volcanic and glacial(冰川的) activities in southeastern Iceland, and covers 14 percent of the country.
·Ireland: Killarney National Park
Created in 1932 as Ireland’s first national park, Killarney is a 25,425-acre area of mountains, lakes, and woodlands. It’s a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve because of its diversity of habitat and species. The park is home to Carrauntoohil, the country’s highest mountain at 1,038.6 meters. And the forest, filled with oaks, yews, and lichens, presents Ireland’s native woodland.
1. What can tourists do on Mljet Island?A.Play water sports. | B.Visit the Old Town. |
C.Observe wildflowers. | D.Enjoy beautiful songs. |
A.Mljet National Park. | B.Killarney National Park. |
C.Mercantour National Park. | D.Vatnajökull National Park. |
A.It is a World Heritage Site. | B.It is formed by glacial activities. |
C.It owns Ireland’s highest mountain. | D.It gets its name from deep valleys. |
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I took our foreign teacher Mr. Brown, he came to China for the first time, to Shapotou in last weekend. Having told about the history of Ning Xia, he was amazing at this wonder. He was struck by the beautiful of the mixture of sand and water. I took photo of him, which would be a good memory for him. At the top, Mr. Brown was very interested in the activities of protecting the environment that he was eager to join in and sign her name. Both Shapotou and the Ning Xia people deep impressed him so he decides to visit more places of interest when free.
6 . Chinese tourists prefer hotels and restaurants that offer free Wi-Fi when traveling abroad. Most Chinese tourists instantly update their social networks using their mobile phones. They send photos and short videos to friends and family when traveling abroad.
About 10 percent of outbound (出境的) Chinese tourists get expensive marring charges (漫游费) by using 4G-powered smart phones. About 90 percent of Chinese travelers consider free Wi-Fi indispensable when traveling abroad. They often use phone apps to create travel routes and book hotels, which requires large data flows that can be expensive without Wi-Fi.
But free Wi-Fi is not always available, even in regions with advanced telecommunications, such as the United States and Europe. Portable Wi-Fi costs 15~50 yuan a day, depending on the country. It’s cheaper in South Korea, Japan and Thailand. The Wi-Fi services increase rapidly thanks to reasonable pricing and smooth surfing.
More than 100 million Chinese went abroad last year, and the10 percent who used Wi-Fi services spent an average of 150 yuan, and it’s expected to grow largely. But the travel agencies business may become out of date in five to eight years, because more locations are offering free Wi-Fi. In the meantime, it is reported that more for-profit models should be introduced and offer more services for outbound travelers in the future.
1. Why do Chinese travelers prefer hotels and restaurants with free Wi-Fi when traveling abroad?A.They want to have their phones updated. |
B.They are fond of using phone apps to create their travel routes. |
C.They prefer to experience the Wi-Fi service in different countries. |
D.They'd like to share what they have seen with their friends and-family. |
A.Necessary. | B.Useless. | C.Expensive. | D.Amazing. |
A.Travel websites will stop offering free Wi-Fi services to travelers. |
B.Travel website Tuniu intended to compete with Ctrip and launched its Wi-Fi phone service. |
C.The Wi-Fi costs less when traveling in some Asian countries than in European countries. |
D.The demand for Wi-Fi transmitters is growing in pace with 4G-smart phones. |
A.It will be useless when for-profit models are introduced. |
B.It will be used by more than 100 million Chinese next year. |
C.It will grow in the future but will be outdated in a couple of years. |
D.It will offer more non-profit services for outbound travelers. |
7 . Anyone can book a trip, but not everyone can plan the best adventure that is affordable and fun. If you want to do it better, the places to stay in for the nights must be chosen carefully.
Check distances on a map. It's common for hotels to slightly exaggerate (夸大)their closeness to attractions around town. They will not tell you the true distance. If being close to a particular airport is important for your trip, you' d better confirm the distance on Google Map before you book a hotel.
Give up the package deals(套餐)To appeal to new guests, some hotels will offer themed package deals.
Ask about parking.
A.Be polite to the staff. |
B.Pay attention to difficult guests. |
C.They are quite cheap but taste bad. |
D.In this way you can save much money. |
E.In a self-driving travel, parking may cost a lot. |
F.They are attractive but may not be good value for money. |
G.Here are some tips about hotels that we'd like to share with you. |
8 . Exposure to different cultures is one of the main reasons I enjoy visiting other countries. There are other types of food, interesting people, new experiences.
A country usually has its own money, such as RMB in China, rupee in India, and rufiyaa in Maldives.
If you’ve ever been to the U.K., you will know the Queen’s head is on every banknote and every coin. I was living in the Quebec province of Canada last year and money there surprised me greatly.
A.There are new historical figures on the pound notes. |
B.They have the British Queen on their $20 banknotes. |
C.Money represents preference and development of a county. |
D.Of course, there’re many countries using euros or US dollars. |
E.You will also be amazed by the images on the money. |
F.One more thing to mention in a new country is a different currency. |
G.It’s part of the cultural experience to hold money with a foreign figure. |
9 . The Lake District Attractions Guide
Lowther Castle & Gardens
Unique historic restoration project;130 acres of wild gardens dating from the 17th century to explore,and a beautiful architectural castle ruin,period summerhouses,panoramic lakeland views. and wild play areas.Restored stable courtyard cafe,gift shop and gallery.
Open:Daily from 10:00 to 17:00(16:00 in winter).
Lakeland Climbing Centre
We are one of the UK's largest indoor aerial adventure Centres offering climbing and aerial activities for all the family(5 years +).Our award-winning Centre contains Kendal Wall(tallest wall in the country),awesome bouldering rooms,CrazyClimb and Skyline Indoor Aerial Adventure. Free car parking.Pre-booking recommended.
Open:Mon to Fri 10:00-22:00. Sat,Sun& BHa:10:00-19:00(10:00-17:00 May to Aug).
Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry
This atmospheric museum takes you buck through time to explore the story of the lake District and its inhabitants. Discover the unique traditions of the region through recreated period rooms and workshops lost trades to see how rural people lived,worked and played.
Open;Monday to Saturday and Summer Sundays.
10:30-17:00 Summer.10:30-16:00 Winter.
1. When is the Lowther Castle & Gardens open in Winter?A.10:30-16:00. | B.10:00-16:00. | C.10:30-17:00. | D.10:00-17:00. |
A.Buy some gifts in a gift shop. |
B.Climb the tallest wall in the world. |
C.Go on an indoor aerial adventure. |
D.Explore the story of the inhabitants. |
A.Lowther Castle&Gardens. |
B.Lakeland Climbing Centre. |
C.Skyline Indoor Aerial Adventure. |
D.Museum of Lakeland Life &Industry. |
10 . Plan your dream vacation to one of these excellent destinations.
St. Lucia
Abundant rainforests and splendid mountains are all reasons to visit this Caribbean island. St. Lucia offers the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure. To take in the breathtaking scenery, plan to hike the Piton Mountains or dive in the waters of Anse Chastanet.
Banff. Alberta
This Canadian destination will bring out the explorer in anyone who visits. From hiking and whitewater rafting to skiing and snowboarding, Banff offers travelers an abundance of year-round outdoor activities. The Lake Louise Ski Resort is one of the largest in North America and the striking photo opportunities of the Canadian Rockies from Moraine Lake can’t be underestimated (低估).
Machu Picchu
According to travelers, a visit to this Peruvian UNESCO World Heritage (遗产) site is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. Located in the Andes Mountains, it is the most familiar icon (象征物) of Inca civilization. Spend a few days accustoming yourself to the altitude in the neighboring city of Cusco, where you can experience a mix of Incan and Spanish cultures.
Great Barrier Reef
It’s easy to see why the Great Barrier Reef is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World – it stretches nearly 1,500 miles along the eastern coastline of Australia and features about 3,000 reefs, 900 islands and more than 1,500 species of fish. Travelers can see these amazing natural structures from the air or underwater. However, large amounts of coral bleaching (褪色) caused by rising ocean temperatures put this place’s continued existence at risk, so plan your visit soon to see this awesome sight up close.
1. What can you enjoy both in St. Lucia and Banff?A.Diving. | B.Snowboarding. |
C.Hiking. | D.Skiing. |
A.Machu Picchu. | B.Banff. Alberta. |
C.St. Lucia. | D.Great Barrier Reef |
A.People must take a plane to enjoy its beauty. |
B.It’s famous for coral reefs rather than fish. |
C.It’s on the western coast of Australia. |
D.It may disappear if temperature keeps on rising. |