1. What does the woman think of Cape Town?
A.Modern. | B.Safe. | C.Crowded. |
A.His passport. | B.His traveler’s check. | C.His car keys. |
A.A travel agent. | B.A hotel clerk. | C.A customs officer. |
A.Drive around the poor areas. |
B.Take a boat to Robben Island. |
C.Buy some pills from a drugstore. |
2 . Noteworthy Theme Parks
Peppa Pig Theme Park, the US
The world’s first Peppa Pig Theme Park opened in February 2022 in Florida.
Devoted to the classic British animated TV show, the park welcomes guests with well-designed activities. The Daddy Pig ride takes families on a windy road in the show’s red car,which is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the park. They can also enjoy a dinosaur ride, and play games at the Fairground.
Tickets: $34 per person.
Columbia Pictures Aquaverse, Thailand
Thailand’s Columbia Pictures Aquaverse opened in October 2022.
The movie-themed water park features rides and experiences inspired by popular films like Zombieland. In addition to the rides, the park hosts performances at its Mega Wave Pool, where guests can hang out in the pool while enjoying movie screenings and pop concerts.
Tickets: $41 per person.
Katmandu Park, Dominican Republic
Opened in March 2023, the park is full of mystery.
The 4D dark ride is brought to life by lighting and projection effects. Another key attraction is EtherQuest, an interactive walk-through experience. Aside from the rides, guests can also check out a sky-high ropes course, and climbing walls for younger adventurers.
Tickets: $120 per person; $85 per child under age 12.
Legoland Korea Resort, South Korea
Opened in May 2022, the park is designed for 2- to 12-year-olds.
This playful wonderland is devoted to all things of Lego, with more than 40 rides and attractions across seven thematic zones. Guests can get on family-friendly rides, visit Legoland Lookout for great park views, and get hands-on experience with creative workshops.
Tickets: $38 per person; $30 per child under age 12.
1. What is the main attraction of Peppa Pig Theme Park in the US?A.Games at the Fairground. | B.The Daddy Pig ride. |
C.Movie screenings and pop concerts. | D.A family-friendly ride. |
A.Try the 4D dark ride | B.Go to the Fairground. |
C.Attend a pop concert. | D.Experience a workshop. |
A.Legoland Korea Resort. | B.Katmandu Park. |
C.Columbia Pictures Aquaverse. | D.Peppa Pig Theme Park. |
A.$68. | B.$106. | C.$205. | D.$325. |
A.Guests can take a ride. | B.Guests will watch a film. |
C.Guests can climb a wall. | D.Guests will enjoy pop concerts. |
3 . London’s three wonderful hotels
Here’s a pick of three wonderful hotels, each different in terms of size, style and location, but all performing to an exceptional standard.
The Goring Hotel
Since first opening in 1910, it is London’s oldest family-owned luxury hotel with the second-largest privately-owned garden in London after Buckingham Palace. The rooms of this hotel are smaller than those of many other London’s top hotels. There are 12 interconnecting rooms, which are ideal for families.
The Bulgari Hotel
This hotel has some of the largest accommodations in the capital. It’s very modern and huge with six floors below and nine above ground. It feels big, but there are only 85 rooms and suites spread over six floors, indicating how spacious (宽敞的) they are. The Bulgari Hotel has many child-friendly rooms and activities to keep the kids busy: a swimming pool, a cinema, PlayStations, Xbox and lots of other games. The Bulgari spa is spread over two stories. And the doorkeeper can also arrange babysitting.
The Rosewood Hotel
Rosewood is within walking distance of many of the city’s main attractions. From the outside, the building is large and impressive with an elegant courtyard designed for horse-drawn carriages (四轮马车). There is also a great spa and fitness center. As for activities for kids, there are food activities, art and wildlife. The doorkeeper can arrange trips to the London Zoo.
1. Which of the following does the Goring Hotel provide?A.Very big rooms. | B.Babysitting service. |
C.A large private garden. | D.A spa and fitness center. |
A.Enjoy games. | B.Watch wildlife. |
C.Take part in food activities. | D.Take a horse-drawn carriage |
A.The Goring Hotel. | B.The Bulgari Hotel. |
C.The Beaumont Hotel. | D.The Rosewood Hotel. |
4 . Bright and early on the morning of our first full day in Antarctica (南极洲), L’ Austral’s Captain Fabien’s voice woke us up as it came through a loudspeaker. If we looked outside right now, he said, we’d see a beautiful sea of icebergs (冰山) in the golden sunlight. My sister and I jumped out of bed, staring in amazement as we sailed past giant pieces of ice. In the distance, we spotted a group of humpback whales feeding on smaller fishes. Next door, my parents were also waking up to the sights of a new day in Antarctica. Over breakfast, my sister and I excitedly told them about the whales we saw from our room that morning.
You might not immediately think “family vacation” when talking about a trip to Antarctica, but tour companies like Adventures by Disney are changing that. The company offers guided group trips to destinations across all seven continents in the world.
Our adventure started when we flew to Buenos Aires and explored the beautiful Argentine capital for a day. After leaving Buenos Aires, we flew to Ushuaia on an Adventures by Disney plane. Then, it was the journey toward the Drake Passage. After a speedy Drake Passage crossing, we reached Antarctica early, adding a half day to our scheduled four days on and around the continent.
To those unfamiliar with Adventures by Disney, the fact that you can experience Antarctica — the most distant, extreme continent — with Disney might be surprising. During the trip, there were thoughtful acts, from stamped postcards to send from an Antarctica post office to a champagne (香槟) party on our final stop of the journey; Adventures by Disney truly thought of everything for us. Antarctica is a life-changing destination packed with experiences that can’t be copied. We experienced Drake Passage seasickness, hiked up ice hills alongside lovely animals, and had a taste of champagne. And honestly, it’s going to be hard for the next family trip we take to compete.
1. Why did Fabien speak to passengers early in the morning?A.To ask them to remain seated. |
B.To wake them up for breakfast. |
C.To warn them of possible dangers. |
D.To remind them of the beautiful sights outside. |
A.Visiting Antarctica with children being a good idea. |
B.Most people not being able to enjoy family vacations. |
C.Most people not considering Antarctica as a family vacation place. |
D.A guided trip being an uncomfortable way to explore a new destination. |
A.What the author had learned during the journey. |
B.How the author and his family traveled to Antarctica. |
C.What the author and his family had seen in Antarctica. |
D.How the author felt about the Drake Passage crossing. |
A.It was tiring but extreme. |
B.More time should be added to it. |
C.It was a family journey of a lifetime. |
D.There should be more thoughtful acts. |
A group of 11 children from Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region in South China, fearlessly embarked on an
Wherever they travelled, they were
6 . China.org.cn here provides a list of some popular Chinese destinations for winter tourism in 2023 and explores how they plan to make the most of the legacy (遗产) of the Winter Games.
Shenyang started a Winter Olympics-themed travelling season from December 2021 to March 2022 and introduced 86 activities covering folk music, a traditional Chinese ice game festival, an ice sculpture exhibition (冰雕展), and ice and snow festivals.
Zhangjiakou in Hebei was the co-host city of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and hosted most of the skiing and biathlon events. The city has built nine ski facilities (设施), with over 164 kilometres of ski runs. So far, Zhangjiakou’s winter sports activities have attracted over 6 million players.
Known for its long winter season that can last up to eight months a year, Altay Prefecture in Xinjiang attracts skiers worldwide with its huge area of natural powder snow. The data shows that the ski places of Altay Prefecture received 2.45 million visits in the 2021-2022 winter season, with tourism revenue (收入) reaching 1.63 billion yuan, up 25.3% and 23.4% year on year. During the Spring Festival holiday last year, the place saw more than 6,000 skiers on a daily basis, 60% of which came from outside Xinjiang.
Snow and ice sports and winter tourism activities have been heating up in Xinjiang since Beijing 2022. The growth index (指数) of Urumqi’s winter tourism listed first in China in early 2022, according to the online tourism platform TravelGo. Xinjiang has unique ice and snow tourism resources with a snow season for nearly five months.
1. Which place hosted the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics?A.Shenyang. | B.Urumqi. | C.Zhangjiakou. | D.Altay Prefecture. |
A.It is famous for its long winter. |
B.It has activities with games and music. |
C.It mostly attracts visitors from Xinjiang. |
D.It is the top in the tourism growth in 2022. |
A.A textbook. | B.A web page. | C.A newspaper. | D.A travel brochure. |
7 . Paris, the capital of France, has some attractive bridges. These are four of the most beautiful bridges in Paris: some in iconic (标志性的) places you’ve seen in the movies, and others in quiet places that you’ll delight in discovering.
Pont des ArtsConnecting the Louvre Museum to the Institut de France, the Pont des Arts, first built by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1804 and reconstructed in the 1970s, is a bridge only for people walking that is beloved by tourists and locals alike. In the spring and summer months, Parisians and visitors come here for lazy picnics overlooking the Seine.
Pont MarleThis lovely but little-known bridge is a gateway between the Marais district on the right bank and a natural island on the Seine River. The current stone structure dates to around 1670, following a fire on its wooden structure that destroyed much of the original bridge and the houses that once stood on it. It has remained much the same since the 18th century, making it one of Paris’ oldest bridges.
Pont Alexandre ⅢThe Pont Alexandre Ⅲ is probably the most attractive of Paris’ many bridges. Built between 1896 and 1900, it connects the des Invalides with the gardens of the Petit Palais. It’s after dark that you can best appreciate its delicate statues and other decorative elements.
Pont NeufFirst built in 1578 by King Henry Ⅲ, Pont Neuf has seen numerous reconstructions and changes over the centuries. But it conserves its Roman-inspired arch (拱形) structures. This is a lovely bridge that offers easy and picturesque access to the left and right bank. Have some ice cream, explore the lovely riverside paths and enjoy views of Notre Dame Cathedral.
1. What is special about the Pont des Arts?A.It has been rebuilt many times. | B.It is one of Paris’ oldest bridges. |
C.It is a bridge only for people walking. | D.It is the most attractive bridge in Paris. |
A.Pont des Arts. | B.Pont Marie. |
C. Pont Alexandre Ⅲ | D.Pont Neuf. |
A.A guidebook. | B.A health magazine. |
C.A news report. | D.A book review. |
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9 . Travelling plays an important part in making us feel relaxed and happy. It also brings good changes in our life and keeps us alive and active. Travelling gives us practical experience of things we have studied in the books. So a person who does not travel at all does not find any meaning in the name of Ganga River. However, if he has travelled to this place, he can truly relate everything he has studied and will always remember each and every detail of that place.
Nowadays, many people like travelling as they want to explore the world and watch everything they have read about. And this seems to be quite true as practical knowledge is more important and effective (有效的). People like to visit historical places present in different parts of the world and collect information on the same to write books and stories.
Travelling has become easier due to (由于) advancement in technology and transportation (交通). Earlier people used to travel by road or sea and it took many days to travel from one place to another. However, now the situation has changed and people travel to far off places within hours and minutes — thanks to well-built roads and airplanes.
People travel for different purposes, some travel for further education while others travel to relax and enjoy. Many people take a break from their busy schedule and go for a vacation, which makes them feel pleased and energetic (充满活力的).
Many writers and painters travel to different places to experience some of the best things of nature and express them in the form of paintings or books. People also travel for business purposes so as to make money from their business. Students travel for educational purposes. Everyone has a unique reason to travel. Therefore, travelling is an important part of human life and it provides knowledge and offers all kinds of benefits (好处) to mankind.
1. What does the author want to say by mentioning the Ganga River?A.The Ganga river is a good place to visit. |
B.Travelling brings good changes in our life. |
C.Visitors fail to find the meaning of the Ganga river. |
D.People should travel to experience the things in the books. |
A.The traffic in earlier times. |
B.The time spent on travelling. |
C.Changes in means of transportation. |
D.The reasons why travelling has become easier. |
A.Different people have different reasons to travel. |
B.Businessmen always travel for a vacation. |
C.Writers travel to sell their books. |
D.Painters love travelling the most. |
A.Useful but expensive. | B.Important but difficult. |
C.Meaningful and necessary. | D.Pleasant and safe. |
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1. During Day 2, the tourists will have a chance to _________.A.cook a barbecue | B.dance Australian dances |
C.have a sleep outdoors | D.walk around the Zambezi river |
A.Day 1. | B.Day 2. | C.Day 3-4. | D.Day 5-6. |
A.A travel guide. | B.A geography textbook. |
C.A hotel advertisement. | D.An introduction to Weekly News. |