1 . Spring breakers don’t need to spend a fortune to enjoy life in the sunshine for a week. U. S. News carefully considered everything to bring you the best inexpensive spring break destinations.

Key West

This small island in the Florida Keys is known for its odd residents and best snorkeling (浮潜) opportunities. While you’ll find plenty of spots for partying along rowdy Duval Street, you can also soak up some culture at the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum. Plus, Key West offers several budget-friendly vacation rentals, so you can save your cash for bars and boat tours.

Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach is a tried-and-true Florida spring break location that is sure to please the masses. Scope out a spot across the town’s 27 miles of white sand beaches to sunbathe, play volleyball or scan the horizon for bottlenose dolphins. Hotel prices are reasonable if you book your accommodations in advance. Just note: This town bans alcohol consumption on the beach during March, so you’ll have to enjoy your adult beverages elsewhere.

South Pad re Island

With hotels offering nightly rates around $200 or less and DJs and celebrities holding court at nightclubs, South Padre Island, Texas, is a hot spring break destination for college students. This South Texas local e is only about 30 miles north of the U. S.-Mexico border, meaning you’ll get to enjoy warm weather without having to leave the country. As an added bonus, the island offers a free public shuttle system, so budget-conscious travelers won’t have to worry about spending money on a rental car.

1. What can tourists do in Key West?

A．Have a good surfing.

B．Bath e in the sun on the beach.

C．Throw a party anywhere on the island.

D．Visit the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum.

2. What is special about Panama City Beach?

A．The hotel prices are low whenever you go.

B．It is a perfect destination for spring vacation.

C．You can drink some wine on the beach in March.

D．You can see the bottlenose dolphins in person.

3. What do the three travel destinations have in common?

A．They are budget-friendly.	B．They are alive with wildlife.
C．They offer a taste of culture.	D．They offer free public shuttle system.

3 . Weald & Downland Living Museum

Fun fact

Over 50 historic buildings from across the Weald and Downland area have been dismantled (拆除) and then reconstructed across a lovely 40-acre site in the South Downs national park. The collection of buildings represents almost a thousand years of rural life in south-east England: furnished just as they would have been in the past — complete with the homes, farms and public buildings. There’s a sense of exploring a real village as you wander between them along green paths, stopping to climb the stairs of a 17th-century craftsman’s (工匠) cottage to lie on the straw bed or sheltering from a shower in a smoky, 14th-century hall.

Getting there

The Stagecoach 60 bus service from Chichester to Midhurst stops just five minutes away at Grooms Yard, Singleton. The nearest railway stations are Chichester (2 miles) and Haslemere (7 miles). The museum is on Town Lane in Singleton, reached via the A286 from Chichester to Midhurst. Parking is free and there are disabled parking spaces opposite the museum shop.

Value for money?

Yes. It’s not cheap but it’s a special experience that easily fills a day. Plus, it’s a valuable cause worth supporting. Adults ￡14, children 5-17 and students ￡6.50, under-4s free, family ￡38 (two adults and two children) or ￡25 (one adult and three children).

Opening hours

Daily 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm).

1. What can visitors do in Weald & Downland Living Museum?

A．Take a shower in the hall.

B．Stay overnight at a cottage.

C．Learn construction techniques.

D．Explore rural life centuries ago.

2. How much would a couple with their 5-year-old twin sons pay for admission?

A．￡25.

B．￡34.5.

C．￡38.

D．￡41.

3. What do we know about Weald & Downland Living Museum?

A．It charges parking fees.

B．It has varied opening hours.

C．It is inconveniently located for bus riders.

D．It offers the disabled thoughtful service.

4 . In honor of National Park Week, here’s a list of some of the striking features that you can find throughout America.

Petrified Forest National Park

Petrified Forest National Park is not necessarily a dangerous place…as long as you don’t steal the stones. The fossils (化石) are beautiful and somewhat look like precious stones, which makes them an attractive souvenir. But as with all National Park lands, visitors aren’t allowed to take anything from the site, including rocks, plants and animals. And for good reason, removing any of these items can harm the local ecosystem or degrade the geological features. Legend has it that taking a rock can bring about misfortune. Due to this reason, the park receives letters with returned rocks from people wishing for forgiveness for fossil theft.

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park was the first-ever national park, established in 1872. With scenic mountains and rivers and an abundance of wildlife, Yellowstone is home to more than 10,000 hydrothermal features. These include hot springs, mudpots, and over 500 geysers formed from the 2.1 million-year-old super volcano hiding below Yellowstone’s surface. Visitors from all over the world flock to Yellowstone National Park for its geysers.

Mammoth Cave National Park

With tunnels stretching over 420 miles, Mammoth Cave is the world’s largest cave system. Nearly 10 million years ago, water began to swirl its way through the limestone bed, eventually shaping the cave’s massive tunnels. Inside the cave are the classic stalactites and stalagmites, but you’ll also find other unique formations.

Devil’s Tower National Monument

The origins of this unique rock formation is that Devil’s Tower once constituted the inside of a volcano. Eventually, the softer outside rock of the eroded, leaving only the harder igneous rock behind. Among the local peoples, Devil’s Tower is highly sacred. Each community passes down legends of its creation, which typically include someone escaping a big bear and finding refuge atop the rock.

1. Why must the stones be kept in Petrified Forest National Park?

A．The park is a dangerous place.

B．They are valueless stones in the park.

C．They can cause ecological and geological effects.

D．They will definitely bring bad luck according to the legend.

2. What is special in Yellowstone National Park?

A．Amazing wildlife.

B．Picturesque scenery.

C．Old history.

D．Hydrothermal wonders.

3. Which park can you visit if you want to explore the legends of the creation?

A．Petrified Forest National Park.

B．Yellowstone National Park.

C．Mammoth Cave National Park.

D．Devil’s Tower National Monument.

5 . Where the Wild Things are

Durban, a great all-round destination in South Africa,is home to some of South Africa’s most diverse wildlife. There you can see an impressive array of wild animals in the flesh, from lions, leopards and elephants to endangered species.Durban KZN is now just a direct British Airways flight away—take a look at some of its most unforgettable wildlife experiences.

Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park

Start north of Durban at one of South Africa’s most celebrated national parks. Hluhluwe-iMfolozi really comes alive during the winter months, when many animals congregate(聚集)at the water sources.Both the Black uMfolozi and White uMfolozi rivers flow through here, and it’s your best chance to see the Big Five all in one place lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos, both black and white. Guided morning walks can be booked ahead for an astonishingly reasonable E12-f15.

Kosi Bay

It is an appealing complex of coastal lakes and an estuary(河口)with a peaceful, unspoiled atmosphere. The lake system in particular is home to a wide range of creatures, such as hippos, flamingos, crocodiles and Zambezi sharks(common bull sharks).You’ll also find more than 250 bird species here,including the rare palm-nut vultures.

Sodwana Bay

The three-mile Mgobozeleni Trail in Sodwana Bay presents excellent opportunities for bird watching, taking you through picturesque coastal forest and grassland.Deep-sea fishing is also popular here, but to really make the most of Sodwana you have to try the snorkelling(带呼吸管潜水). Come outside of the summer holidays to avoid the rush and you’ll be rewarded with enchanting, technicolour undersea life.

uMkhuze Game Reserve

At this point, you might be thinking, ‘Well, this is all well and good, but where are the hyenas?’That itch can be(metaphorically)scratched at uMkhuze, where the screeching beasts congregate in the dense scrubland, along with rhinos and elephants. This reserve is also home to more than 400 bird species.Again, guided walks can be booked in advance for ₤10.

1. Birds are pointed out in the places EXCEPT_____

A．Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park	B．Kosi Bay
C．Sodwana Bay	D．uMkhuze Game Reserve

2. If tourists want to visit Sodwana Bay, which season is said to be avoided?

A．Spring.

B．Summer.

C．Fall.

D．Winter.

3. Guided walks in uMkhuze Game Reserve is worth_____

A．₤12

B．₤13

C．₤15

D．₤10

6 . The “Mona Lisa” may maintain her famously mysterious smile because she benefits from one of Paris’ best-kept secrets: An underground cooling system that’s helped the Louvre Museum cope with the unbearable heat that has broken temperature records across Europe.

With a depth of up to 98 feet and 55 miles of pipes, the little-known “urban cold” network snakes unknowing beneath Parisians’ feet, which uses electricity generated by renewable sources, is the largest in Europe and runs around the clock with a deafening noise totally inaudible above ground.

Paris City Hall has now signed an ambitious contract to triple the size of the network by 2042 to 157 miles. It would make it the largest urban cooling system in the world.

Three of the 10 high-tech cooling sites lie on the Seine river. When the Seine’s water is cold enough, a machine captures it and uses it to cool the system’s water. The heat created as a byproduct is sent back into the Seine where it is absorbed. The chilled water is then pumped through the system’s pipes to its 730 Parisian clients.

Paris’ cooling sites all use renewable energy sources such as wind turbines and solar panels. French officials see this energy independence as particularly important given the threat of Russia cutting off energy supplies to Europe.

The merits of using a cooling system which uses renewable energy to operate are already being felt by sites that use them. The world’s most visited museum, the Louvre, has benefited from the network since the 1990s.

“It allows us to benefit from energy with a lower carbon footprint available all year round,” said Laurent Le Guedart, the Louvre’s Heritage Director. “The particularity of the Louvre Museum is that it needs to use iced-cold water to correctly conserve the artwork and to control the humidity.”

Le Guedart said that the system is a money-saver given the rising cost of energy linked to the Ukraine conflict. It operates notably in the State Room of the Pavillon Denon where the “Mona Lisa” lives. Perhaps it’s why beads of sweat have never trickled down the brow painted by Leonardo da Vinci.

1. Which is TRUE about the underground cooling system in Paris?

A．It is too deep to be heard.	B．It is the largest one in the world.
C．It uses electricity for free to cool air.	D．It makes Paris the coolest in Europe.

2. How does the system work?

A．By capturing and absorbing heat from its clients.

B．By pumping the water from the Seine to its clients.

C．By changing the water in the system for that in the Seine.

D．By pumping the water cooled by the Seine through the system.

3. What benefit does the Louvre Museum get from the system?

A．Attracting more people to see Mona Lisa.	B．Protecting its artwork from heat and humidity.
C．Getting rid of the threat of the Ukraine conflict.	D．Reducing carbon footprint with less money than before.

4. Which of the following questions can be answered by this passage?

A．Why was smiling Mona Lisa painted?	B．Why does Paris keep the system a secret?
C．How many more sites will the system have?	D．What will the system be like in two decades?

7 . Photographer Rebecca Douglas has always been crazy about the night sky. Her love of the stars has taken the UK resident on “star walking” trips to Iceland and into the Arctic. For nature lovers like Douglas star walking turns out to be a good way to enjoy life.

Hiking at night isn’t uncommon. Plenty of people hike after dark to get to campsites or watch sun rise from a mountaintop. Star walking goes a step further by mixing hiking with stargazing. Rather than heading to an observatory or setting up a telescope in your backyard, star walking takes you on a brief journey to look at the stars from different viewpoints.

“An observatory can never take the place of getting out into a rural landscape under a blanket of stars,” says Gary Lintern of Stargazing Nights in Durham, England, who leads guided nighttime hikes. “It’s a magical experience, and I enjoy sharing it, especially at some of my favorite locations, like the High Force Waterfall, England’s largest waterfall, in Teesdale.”

There are plenty of studies that show the health benefits of being in nature. Spending at least two hours a week outdoors, particularly while engaging in activities that involve “effortless attention”, can decrease blood pressure, heart rale, and stress levels. Walking at night has the added benefit of improving sleep, which is important for overall health, says Christina Pierpaoli Parker, a behavioral sleep researcher at the University of Alabama. Parker says that star walking works on two physiological processes that determine sleep quality. “Movement and exercise, such as relaxing stargazing walks outside, may facilitate sleep,” she says.

Lintern advises reading up on the night sky before setting out. Free mobile apps, such as Star Walk 2, can help identify celestial bodies and are easy to use—simply point your phones at the sky to get a map. Websites like Sky & Telescope and NASA’s Space Place cover the basics, have in-depth explanations forconstellations (星座), and offer advice on gear and equipment.

At the end of the day. the best advice is to take it slow and enjoy the journey.

1. Why did Douglas go to lceland?

A．To take photos there.	B．To enjoy the night sky there.
C．To experience daily life there.	D．To search for an observatory there.

2. What can we know about star walking?

A．It is a combination of hiking and stargazing.	B．It is similar to stargazing at an observatory.
C．It only requires a telescope in your backyard.	D．It becomes more popular because of Gray Lintern.

3. What does the underlined word “facilitate” in paragraph 4 probably mean?

A．Slow.

B．Worsen.

C．Prevent.

D．Promote.

4. What’s the fifth paragraph mainly about?

A．Some useful mobile apps.	B．Famous websites about hiking.
C．Proper suggestions on star walking.	D．Basic knowledge of equipment for stargazing.

8 . The United Kingdom is well known for its nightlife, but these cities offer the best time if you are up for a little partying.

Swansea

The best thing about this city is that most of the highly-recommended bars are located on the coast. The bar-area in Swansea stretches for more than one mile. Amazing fact, and trust us, you can find a bar that suits you right here. If you are not ready to leave the urban area, that’s all right but trust us, you don’t want to miss the famed Mumbles Mile.

Manchester

The city is filled with youth, and you can follow any stream of the youngsters in the city to one of the best bars to spend the night. Manchester has a massive music history and as such, it is the ideal place to seek the best parties that last till morning in this capital of the industry. Do not miss their famous pubs, the most famous of which are The Waldorf and Sinclair’s Oyster Bar.

Stoke

This brilliant place has long been known as a football fortress. The best spots are located at the famed town center called Newcastle-under-Lyme. If you are more of a bar and club type of person, then head straight to Thirsty Giraffe and Revolution, or simply spend the night in The Sugarmill.

Sheffield

This city is the home of two football clubs, Wednesday and United, but we’re not talking about them. But, trust us when we tell you their fans know how to party. It is not so hard to do it in Sheffield as the city is filled with clubs, pubs, bars, and restaurants. Regardless of your age, this city has plenty to offer in every department for everyone’s pocket.

1. What do we know about Swansea?

A．All the bars lie on the coast.	B．All-night parties can be held.
C．It offers the best bar services.	D．Mumbles Mile lies in the city.

2. Which place will you go to if you are a music lover?

A．Swansea.

B．Manchester.

C．Stoke.

D．Sheffield.

3. What do Stoke and Sheffield have in common?

A．They are coast cities.	B．They are filled with youth.
C．They are known for football.	D．They offer fancy restaurants.

9 . Four best secret beaches in the Caribbean

Spotts Beach, Grand Cayman

Surrounded by cliffs, this picturesque beach on Grand Cayman is excellent for seeing sea turtles, and its location – the south coast of the island – makes it perfect for watching the sunrise and set. Best of all, there’s limited parking and only a few homes nearby, so you won’t be climbing over sunbathers, nor will you be competing for space at the picnic tables or grills.

Little Bay, Anguilla

When you have to climb down a rope along a cliff to get there, you know it’s a secret beach. But that’s precisely the adventure it takes to enjoy the quiet nature of Little Bay. While accessing it may be a bit of an upsetting experience, once you get to the white sandy beaches with no crowds, you’ll be glad you did. We guess we should mention you can take a hired boat here, too.

La Sagesse Beach, Grenada

Clear water and soft sand are two of the many reasons people seek out this peaceful, palm tree-dotted slice of the Grenada coastline, which has but a single hotel. You can rent beach chairs and boat, and be sure to explore the tropical gardens of the La Sagesse Nature Center, located less than a mile down the road. Book a private villa right near the beach or choose a nearby hotel like 473 Grenada Boutique Resort.

Gold Rock Beach, Grand Bahama

Referred to as a “welcome mat” during low tide because you can sit on the sand bar, Gold Rock Beach is part of the Lucayan National Park, which you have to walk through to get to the sandy shores. You’ll only see a couple of other beachgoers at this hidden diamond in the Bahamas, and you can explore Lucayan’s underground caves nearby – that is, if you can tear yourself away from the sunshine.

1. Which beach best suits people who enjoy sea turtles?

A．Little Bay, Anguilla.	B．La Sagesse Beach, Grenada.
C．Spotts Beach, Grand Cayman.	D．Gold Rock Beach, Grand Bahama.

2. How can a tourist reach Little Bay, Anguilla?

A．By driving a car.	B．By simply walking.
C．By taking a hired plane.	D．By climbing down a rope.

3. What is special about Gold Rock Beach, Grand Bahama?

A．Tourists can visit tropical gardens.

B．Tourists can explore underground caves.

C．Tourists can appreciate the sunrise and set.

D．Tourists can spot clear water and soft sand.

10 . With the development of apps, social media has seemingly revolutionized the way we travel. Now, young people primary travel inspiration comes from social media. Instead of choosing their destination from a selection in a catalogue at travel agent like before, they scroll(滚动) through online posts in search of that ideal location.

When it comes to planning the perfect holiday, social media has become a huge factor for many young people today. Everybody wants to return home with an album full of artistic and “instagramable” photos that show off their trips. The best way to find that desired “post-able” holiday destination is now through social media itself. Whether it is viewing a friend’s recent travel post, or a photo directly from a travel account, social media inspires the desire to explore new places for so many of its users.

Travel companies now also use social media as part of their own marketing strategies. The majority of airlines, tour companies, hotels and other travel-related businesses have their own Instagram, Face book and Twitter pages to increase brand awareness. One of the leading marketing strategies is the use of the social influenced. Research shows that 70% of teens trust influences more than traditional celebrities --- in 2018, 1.6 billion were funnelled into sponsored influenced posts on Instagram alone; and 63 % of 18-24- year-old Instagram users follow travel influenced account.

However, as with many aspects of social media, there were obvious disadvantaged to this travel revolution. It could be argued that the obsession with documenting and sharing your travel adventures online distracts from being present and truly enjoying the experience. Our motives to travel seem to have shifted away from a strong desire to travel and have become more ego centric(自我为中心的), travelling now for the sake of likes and follows. This draws away from some of the most important elements of travel.

In general, social media has revolutionized the way we travel, providing tonnes of inspiration and new opportunities. We should be grateful for the global awareness it has given us, and the insight into new places and different means of travel. At the same time, it is equally important not to allow the posts we see to affect our self-image or reflect on our own experiences any differently.

1. How did people get their primary travel inspiration in the past?

A．By appreciating photos from a travel account.	B．By viewing friends’ recent travel post.
C．By consulting a travel agent.	D．By strolling through online posts.

2. Which of the following is right according to the text?

A．Using Internet celebrities is a very effective marketing strategy.

B．Most teenagers trust traditional celebrities more than social influences.

C．The obsession with sharing travel experiences helps to enhance the travel experience.

D．The travel inspiration of young people mainly comes from the tourism advertisements.

3. What is the author’s attitude to the travel revolution?

A．Skeptical.

B．Objective.

C．Worried.

D．Disapproving.

4. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?

A．Ways to enhance the travel experiences.	B．Elements of modern travel.
C．Inspiration and opportunities from social media.	D．The impact of social media on travel.