The Yellow River No.1 Tourist Highway,built in 2018 in Shanxi province,was designed
Thanks to this initiative, Laoniuwan village,an intersection
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Meanwhile, new businesses are also emerging. Since its opening in September last year, the Zhangjiawan recreational vehicle camp located along the highway
2 . Things to Do in Northern Ireland This Autumn
WEE BINNIAN WALKING FESTIVAL (SEPTEMBER)
The exact dates of this annual walking festival are still to be confirmed, but if it’s similar to last year, it’ll offer a choice of ten walks and hikes around the Mourne Mountains, ranging from easier lowland routes to tough, multi-summit challenges. Evening social events are also included.
GREAT NORTH LINKS CHALLENGE (18-20 OCTOBER)
Calling all golfers. You can enter this three-day event-spread along the north coast between Ballyliffin, Portruth and Portstewart, as an individual or team of four. A perfect opportunity to play three Irish Open links courses in three days.
ARMAGH FOOD AND CIDER WEEKEND (SEPTEMBER)
A four-day feast of authentic food and artisan ciders (苹果酒) in Ireland’s “Orchard County”. This celebration is also coupled with the traditional apple harvest. You can taste local food from the country’s most inventive chefs.
OULD LAMMAS FAIR (LAST WEEK OF AUGUST)
People have been flocking to the seaside town of Ballycastle since the 17th century to celebrate this fair. Attractions include a Heavy Horse Show, horse speed events on the beach, funfair, outdoor concert and a fireworks display, as well as unique local produce and handmade arts and crafts.
1. What is the best date to arrive if you want to attend GREAT NORTH LINKS CHALLENGE?A.17th October. | B.18th August. | C.20th October. | D.1st September. |
A.Play golf. | B.Go hiking. | C.Watch horse races. | D.Taste apple ciders. |
A.Tourism. | B.Sports. | C.Education. | D.Arts. |
A resort (度假胜地) in Vietnam has opened a glass-bottomed foot bridge, the third such bridge in the Southeast Asian country,
The bridge
The reinforced glass
Guinness World Records keeps a list of world
The World Record Association is another
4 . Travelling Economically
● Get a ride to travel destinations with friends or acquaintances (熟人). If people you know are driving to a location you would like to visit, take advantage of the opportunity to ask them for a lift. Offer to help with gas money or, if you don’t have any cash, offer a trade or service instead.
● Practice safe hitchhiking to get around.
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● Join a free hospitality (好客)-sharing community.
● Camp at inexpensive campsites. Camping can be a budget-friendly activity if you find the right park or site.
A.Get to new destinations with ridesharing services. |
B.Hitchhiking is not an exact science but an art form. |
C.Search online for camp sites near your travel destination. |
D.Hitchhiking is a free way to travel, but you need to be cautious. |
E.One of my big worries when it comes to camping is keeping everyone safe. |
F.Be a polite and respectful co-traveller to show your appreciation for their generosity. |
G.Find free accommodations in other cities by joining a couchsurfing community online. |
The local government of Zibo issued two open letters to all citizens. The government extended its gratitude for the citizens’
Since early March, Zibo local barbecue
Zibo’s sudden boom in popularity also resulted
6 . Where to Eat in Bangkok
Bangkok is a highly desirable destination for food lovers. It has a seemingly bottomless well of dining options. Here are some suggestions on where to start your Bangkok eating adventure.
Nahm
Offering Thai fine dining. Nahm provides the best of Bangkok culinary (烹饪的) experiences. It’s the only Thai restaurant that ranks among the top 10 of the world’s 50 best restaurants list. Head Chef David Thompson, who received a Michelin star for his London-based Thai restaurant of the same name, opened this branch in the Metropolitan Hotel in 2010.
Issaya Siamese Club
Issaya Siamese Club is internationally known Thai chef Ian Kittichai’s first flagship Bangkok restaurant. The menu in this beautiful colonial house includes traditional Thai cuisine combined with modern cooking methods.
Bo.lan
Bo.lan has been making waves in Bangkok’s culinary scene since it opened in 2009. Serving hard-to-find Thai dishes in an elegant atmosphere, the restaurant is true to Thai cuisine’s roots, yet still manages to add a special twist. This place is good for a candle-lit dinner or a work meeting with colleagues who appreciate fine food. For those extremely hungry, there’s a large set menu.
Gaggan
Earning first place on the latest “Asia’s 50 best restaurants” list, progressive Indian restaurant Gaggan is one of the most exciting venues (场所) to arrive in Bangkok in recent years. The best table in this two-story colonial Thai home offers a window right into the kitchen, where you can see chef Gaggan and his staff in action. Culinary theater at its best.
1. What do Nahm and Issaya Siamese Club have in common?A.They adopt modern cooking methods. | B.They have branches in London. |
C.They have top-class chefs. | D.They are based in hotels. |
A.Gaggan. | B.Bo. lan. | C.Issaya Siamese Club. | D.Nahm. |
A.It hires staff from India. | B.It puts on a play every day. |
C.It serves hard-to-find local dishes. | D.It shows the cooking process to guests. |
7 . Traveling itself is an experience hard to be described in words.
Having grown up and lived all my life in a single place, I had a small set of friends since my school days which continued till my college days.
I totally agree that traveling with family and friends is fun and enjoying. But traveling alone is satisfying too. It’s among those few things that you do for yourself and nobody else.
A.I want to experience more. |
B.But all this changed with my first solo trip. |
C.I never thought I would travel alone in my life. |
D.I was so scared when I went to school first time. |
E.Every journey prepares you for the journey of life. |
F.The farther you travel, the more independent you become. |
G.After all you need to take care of yourself a bit too at times. |
8 . These science-themed field trips will offer you fantastic experiences.
London’s sites of scientific interest
Explore London’s notable sites of scientific interest along the River Thames, starting at Kew Bridge and walking to the Thames Barrier during the day with talks in the evening with some professors.
Visit the London Wetland Centre, Kew Gardens, Battersea Power Station, and the Greenwich Observatory. You will never be far from the river as you experience a wide range of topics including wildlife, medicine, power generation, engineering, physics and astronomy.
The science history of Scotland
Discover Edinburgh and Glasgow’s most famous scientific thinkers, and learn how their ideas supported our emerging understanding of the world from the 16th century onwards.
Enjoy expert talks and explore key sites from the Scottish Enlightenment (启蒙). Learn about the wide cast of advocates and hear from guest speakers, take part in walking seminars (研讨会) and enjoy several museum trips, as well as visits to two industrial wonders, the Falkirk Wheel and the Whitelee Windfarm.
Pre-Historic Southwest England
Involve yourself in the early human periods the Bronze and Iron Ages. A gentle walking tour that explores the pre-historic origins and evidence across Wiltshire and Dorset.
Visit several National Trust, English Heritage and UNESCO listed sites including Stonehenge and Maiden Castle and hear talks from the directors of the Wiltshire and Salisbury museums.
1. Which site can you visit along the River Thames?A.Maiden Castle. |
B.The Falkirk Wheel. |
C.The Wetland Centre. |
D.The Salisbury museums. |
A.A closer look at the past. |
B.A brief exposure to nature. |
C.A new view about mysteries. |
D.A deeper understanding of art. |
A.Talks with experts. |
B.Visits to museums. |
C.History explorations. |
D.Scientific research. |
9 . Spring is coming, and if you’ re not planning on making the most of the great weather, then you’ re seriously missing out. Staying in the UK is an option but, with the chances of rain hardly getting any lower, who would really want to? There are some great spring trips abroad below, offering excitement and relaxation.
Generator Dublin
Thinking of celebrating St Patrick’s Day at the source? If you’ re heading to Ireland’s capital, check out fashionable hotel Generator Dublin, which will be getting into the spirit with drinks deals, great room rates and a performance from First Day Lions.
Located in the centre of the city, it’s close to everything from Dublin Castle to the Guinness Storehouse.
The Living Project
Time spent in nature can help relax body and mind, and the Living Project is launching a series of new mindful activities.
With locations in Dartmoor and the Knoydart islands, it lets you choose from a range of shared experiences ranging from yoga (瑜伽) to guided breath work.
Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages has launched its second ship, Valiant Lady, which will sail Europe while her sister ship, Scarlet Lady, takes care of the Caribbean.
Equipped with 1,330 impressive rooms and 78 “RockStar Quarters”, she also has two “Massive Suites” with their own private hot tub (浴缸). You can also expect first-class entertainment and dining experiences organized by Michelin-starred cooks.
Lonely Planet’s Guide
As we become aware of how to cut down our carbon footprint, train travel becomes popular. Not only is it better for the planet, it can also take you through less frequented landscapes at a slower pace.
Lonely Planet has highlighted dozens of routes which cross the European continent.
1. What makes people take spring trips abroad instead of staying in the UK?A.Weather | B.Entertainment. |
C.Food. | D.Accommodation. |
A.Generator Dublin. | B.The Living Project. |
C.Valiant Lady Virgin Voyages. | D.Lonely Planet’s Guide. |
A.Enjoy unfrequented landscapes. | B.Walk at a slower pace. |
C.Highlight dozens of routes. | D.Travel on foot. |
The Great Wall
As a symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, the Great Wall is one of the world’s oldest and most magnificent (壮丽的) man-made scenes,
The Great Wall was
Because its
The Great Wall is a place steeped in history and has much