| A．Vienna. | B．Rome. | C．Paris. |
2 . America is one of the best travelling options for everyone. Here the Good Hotel Guide shares some of the top American hotels for travelers to choose from.
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
If you want a quiet, stress-free getaway, The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort might be just the place. Sitting right on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, this hotel is a destination unto itself. Meanwhile, staff goes out of their way to attend to their guests’ needs. However, if you are hoping to explore urban areas, be warned this hotel is located approximately 25 miles south of the city.
The Peninsula Chicago
Travelers describe the guest rooms as comfortable thanks to their modern techie touches, like a bedside remote command station that controls the lights, television and room temperatures. During your stay, guests recommend making time for the tasty Cantonese dishes served in the Shanghai Terrace restaurant. However, for many travelers, it was The Peninsula Chicago’s friendly service staff that convinced them to stay here again.
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Located just 1,312 feet from Los Angeles International Airport, this hotel offers free 24-hour airport shuttles, easy access to the city center. With nearby motorways, Hollywood is just 12 miles away from Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX. Couples in particular like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip because of its convenience and the welcoming staff.
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
This modern hotel provides free 24-hour dedicated shuttle service to Los Angeles International Airport, just 3 minutes’ drive away. Guests can relax in the outdoor heated pool. Recent guests give the courteous and professional staff high praise. Couples like the location best — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
1. If you want to relieve your tension, which hotel would you like to choose?| A．Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX. |
| B．The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. |
| C．The Peninsula Chicago. |
| D．Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel. |
| A．The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. |
| B．The Peninsula Chicago. |
| C．Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX. |
| D．Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel. |
| A．They offer convenient access to the downtown area. |
| B．They have quality customer service. |
| C．They are popular among couples. |
| D．They are located near the airport. |
3 . Hotels Where Wild Animals Wander Free
Check in to one of these hotels where wild animals wander free, and you could be sharing your breakfast table with giraffes, relaxing poolside with elephants, or viewing out from your hotel room window penguins.
Makanyane Safari Lodge
Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa
Located within the Madikwe Game Reserve, the Makanyane Safari Lodge offers guests up close views of the surrounding bush and the wildlife that resides within it. The suites have floor- to-ceiling glass windows perfect for watching passing elephants, and the main lodge is conveniently located next to a water hole visited by a variety of wildlife.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort
Orlando, Florida
A stay at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort in Orlando will feel more like a visit to Africa than Florida. Take a walk around the grounds, and you’re likely to spot more than 30 species of African wildlife. The lodge is home to 200 resident animals and birds, including gazelles, flamingos, zebras, and giraffes.
Giraffe Manor
Nairobi, Kenya
This hotel outside of Nairobi lets you get up close and personal with Rothschild giraffes. The original place was built in 1932 and has served as a giraffe shelter since the 1970s. Today, Giraffe Manor has six bedrooms and offers guests the chance to share their breakfast table with the eight resident giraffes. All of the hotel’s profits go to support the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife.
Sea Lion Lodge
Sea Lion Island, Falkland Islands
Despite the name, it isn’t sea lions you should look out for here: A group of Gentoo penguins has been known to set up camp next to Sea Lion Lodge, a comfortable 3-star hotel in the Falkland Islands. Aside from penguin spotting, the lodge offers expansive views of the South Atlantic Ocean where nothing but water separates you from Antarctica.
1. In which hotel can you view elephants through the windows?| A．Makanyane Safari Lodge. | B．Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort. |
| C．Giraffe Manor. | D．Sea Lion Lodge. |
| A．It offers guests free breakfasts. | B．It is home to varieties of wildlife. |
| C．It has been doing charity for wildlife. | D．It provides a stay like a visit to Africa. |
| A．Giraffes. | B．Penguins. | C．Sea lions. | D．Elephants. |
4 . Looking for unique China experiences? Want to get under the skin of every destination you visit? China and our team can always satisfy you.
Best of China Tour (8 Days)
This journey covers two ancient capital cities of China — Beijing & Xi’an, as well as the most developed city — Shanghai. It’s not overstated to call it the most classic China tour, for China’s past, present and future are shown in the golden triangle cities for your exploration.
In-Depth Wild Silk Road Adventure Tour (11 Days)
This 11 days in-depth wild Silk Road adventure will take you to follow the ancient footprints on Silk Route, go back to history and get in touch with different cultural relics as well as enjoy the most outstanding natural beauty on the way.
Qinghai Lake Zhangye Danxia Badain Jaran Desert Wonders Tour (9 Days)
Our 9 Days Tour is an ideal vacation for photographers, natural lovers as well as common travelers who are seeking for authentic travel experience. It departs from Xining, the capital of Qinghai Province which can be reached by flights and trains from many cities in China, then goes to Zhangye in Gansu Province, and finally ends in Badain Jaran Desert in Inner Mongolia. Private cars and fast bullet trains are used to ensure you a comfortable vacation. Start your adventure now!
China Family Tour With Panda Reserve Visit (10 Days)
Ever wonder that one day you can look at the cute giant panda face to face? Yes, this 10 days classic China tour offers you the opportunity to have a close contact with the chubby lovely panda—the national treasure of China. If you want to travel to China with your children, this is the best option.
1. Which of the following highlights Best of China Tour?| A．Making close encounters with panda. | B．Walking in the heart of a desert. |
| C．Learning interesting history of Silk Route. | D．Knowing the development of China. |
| A．Xining. | B．Zhangye. | C．Badain Jaran Desert. | D．Inner Mongolia. |
| A．The 8 days’ tour. | B．The 9 days’ tour. | C．The 10 days’ tour. | D．The 11 days’ tour. |
| A．The parks. | B．The old buildings. | C．The French restaurant. |
6 . Activities For Families with Children
There are plenty of things to do and see around Cusco, Peru that children will enjoy.
Horse riding
Many children will enjoy the opportunity to ride a horse. The Happy Ranch horse farm organizes horse rides through the countryside passing wheat fields and small towns, wooden huts, open air markets and cooking outside over a fire. Price for a horse ride is US $ 12 per person.
Cooking class
If you enjoy local food, taking a cooking class could be fun. Several restaurants offer classes, which start with a visit to a local market to buy fresh ingredients (原料). Wearing a cook’s hat, children can help washing and cutting. Prices for a 3 hours class start at US $ 13 per person.
Hot air balloon
A hot air balloon ride will give you great views of the city. The balloon goes up about 200 meters if weather conditions are OK, less if conditions are windy. The balloon will stay at that altitude for about 10 minutes. Prices are US $ 20 for an adult, half price for children.
Ceramics class
A fun activity for kids is taking a ceramics class at the Fine Arts Center. With the help of an experienced potter, kids can make their own creation on the potter’s wheel from clay. The basic clay class costs US $ 15 per person and takes 1.5 hours.
1. Which activity takes you to view Cusco’s village life?| A．Cooking class. | B．Horse riding. | C．Hot air balloon. | D．Ceramics class. |
| A．They are usually offered by cooking schools. |
| B．It takes a family of three US $13 to take one. |
| C．Visitors prepare ingredients by themselves. |
| D．Children take part in the whole cooking process. |
| A．US $ 20. | B．US $ 30. | C．US $ 40. | D．US $ 50. |
1. Where is Kakadu National Park?
| A．In Australia. | B．In Austria. | C．In Belgium. |
| A．Pleased. | B．Disappointed. | C．Worried. |
| A．It was easy. | B．It was cheap. | C．It was popular. |
| A．Kakadu Culture Camp. | B．Sunrise & Sunset. | C．Azure Kingfisher. |
In addition to seeing spectacular mountain peaks and forests, one of their highlights was being able to see many different creatures, including deer, mountain goats, and even a grizzly bear and an eagle. From Edmonton, the train headed southeast across the great Canadian Prairie. They did not anticipate
9 . Copenhagen has GREAT public transport. It is reliable, safe, and easily accessible. Of course, like everything in Copenhagen, it is not cheap. The system can be a little confusing, even for locals, but we’re here to help simplify it all for you! And today our focus is Travelling with a Bike.
BIKES ON THE TRAIN
Bicycles can be taken on s-tog lines for free but you can’t take bikes through Nørreport station during peak hours. To take your bike on a train, you need to put it on the first or last carriage, clearly marked with large signs of bicycles on the outside.
To take a bike on a regional train, which takes you to parts of Denmark outside Copenhagen, you must buy an extra ticket. The price depends on the distance and varies from 16 kr to 28 kr.
BIKES ON THE METRO
Bicycles can be taken on the metro for an extra 13 kr. You need to pay for the bike with its own ticket. You can’t take your bike on the metro during peak hours.
BIKES ON THE BUS
You can bring a bike on a bus but each bus is limited to two bikes, even if there is much space. Generally, people do not travel with their bikes on buses in Copenhagen.
BIKES ON THE FERRY(渡轮)
Charges for bicycles depend on the company and the destination. You will need to check with the ferry companies. When you book the ticket, you must state that you have a cycle, even if it’s free of charge.
1. Who is this text probably intended for?| A．Tourist guides. |
| B．Bike travelers. |
| C．Local citizens. |
| D．Ticket inspectors. |
| A．A peak time s-tog train. |
| B．A weekday regional train. |
| C．An off-peak metro train. |
| D．A weekend ferry. |
| A．Buses are too crowded. |
| B．It’s against the local custom. |
| C．Availability is not guaranteed. |
| D．It’s not welcomed by other passengers. |
10 . Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, cycling culture and so on. It is the capital city of the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its expansive system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. You’ll also want to check out Amsterdam’s Museum Quarter in the South District, which is great for shopping at the Albert Cuyp Market and having a picnic in the Vondelpark. The top museums to visit there are the Rijksmusuem, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum.
If You Have Time
There are several other unique districts in Amsterdam, and you should try to explore as many of them as time allows. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and is a center for celebrity spotting and nightlife today. The Plantage area has most of the city’s museums and the botanical gardens.
Money Saving Tips
●Unless you really want to see the tulips(郁金香) blooming, avoid booking between mid-March and mid-May. This is when hotel and flight prices rise.
●Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District, where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.
●Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money.
●Instead of hiring a tour guide, hop on a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city.
Check out our homepage to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.
1. What can be learned about Amsterdam from this passage?| A．The Van Gogh Museum lies in the South District. |
| B．The Canal Ring is a place to attract garden lovers. |
| C．The Old Centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. |
| D．Amsterdam is called the “Venice of the North” because of its location. |
| A．arrange a guided tour | B．buy train tickets at the counter |
| C．reserve a hotel in the South District | D．book flights between mid-March and mid-May |
| A．A magazine. | B．An essay. | C．A report. | D．A website. |
