1 . Most Popular UK Destinations for a Staycation
Looking for a cheap stay cation to brighten up your winter? Here are the most popular destinations in the UK.
Blackpool
Whether you’re seeking the thrills of Blackpool Pleasure Beach or are keen to catch a glimpse of Blackpool Tower, the city’s most appealing attraction, the seaside town offers various amazing views. It’s no wonder the town has gained 980.8 million views on TikTok. With accommodation price £75 for a night, you’ll have a golden opportunity to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations (彩灯) display and the Seaside Trail.
Searborough
North Yorkshire’s Scarborough sees 49,500 monthly searches and 686.4 million views on TikTok. One of the local highlights is the annual St Nicholas Fair. While a one-night stay in Scarborough costs £85, the town offers holiday-makers opportunities to experience ancient British culture at the 12th-century castle ruins.
Swansea
The Welsh town sees 27,100 monthly searches and has 622.4 million views on TikTok. Swansea’s Waterfront Wonderland brings with it the Alpine Village and various amusement attractions. Spending a night here costs just 10 pounds more than in Scarborough. But if you book a week earlier, you can get a 5 percent discount in total. With Cardiff only being an hour’s drive from Swansea, you have the perfect opportunity to catch a game of ice hockey.
Bournemouth
Bournemouth isn’t called Sunny Bournemouth for nothing, as holiday-makers can enjoy breathtaking views along the Jurassic Coast. With a World Heritage Site within its borders, it’s no surprise to see this town with the high number of views on TikTok (868.3 million). A one-night stay will cost you £105, giving you the perfect opportunity to get relaxed.
1. What is the most attractive in Blackpool?| A．Blackpool Pleasure Beach. | B．Blackpool Tower. |
| C．The Illuminations display. | D．The Seaside Trail. |
| A．£ 70. | B．£ 85. | C．£ 85.75. | D．£ 90.25. |
| A．Blackpool. | B．Swansea. | C．Scarborough. | D．Boumemouth. |
2 . Tours & Admission ｜Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
Explore the former estate (庄园) of F. A. Seiberling, co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company.
Guided Manor House TourExperience the Manor House through the eyes of a trained tour guide and learn more about what life was like at the estate when the Seiberling family lived here. This tour lasts about 75 minutes.
Non-member Adult 18 +: $21 Non-member Youth（ages 3-17）: $10Children 2 & under: Free Stan Hywet Members: 50% off the non-member price
Nooks & Crannies Tour
Take this tour to learn more about the domestic staff who worked and lived at the estate. This tour lasts about 90 minutes. It includes several flights of stairs and narrow passageways and is not recommended for guests who are unable to stand or walk for long distances.
Non-member Adult 18+: $ 30 Non-member Youth（ages 3-17）: $ 15Children 2 & under: Free Stan Hywet Members: 50% off the non-member price
Gardens, Gate Lodge & Corbin Conservatory
Enjoy Stan Hywet's historic gardens and grounds at your own pace on this self-guided grounds tour. Purchase the ticket upon arrival.
Non-member Adult 18+: $ 15 Non-member Youth（ages 3-17）: $7Children 2 & under: Free Stan Hywet Members: Free
Guided Garden Tour
The Guided Garden Tour takes guests around the estate and focuses on how the Seiberlings worked closely with their landscape architect on the overall design of the property. This tour is offered at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm, May through September.
Non-member Adult 18+: $ 21 Non-member Youth（ages 3-17）: $ 10Children 2 & under: Free Stan Hywet Members: 50% off the non-member price
1. How much should a non-member married couple pay to explore the Manor House?
| A．$ 10. | B．$ 20. | C．$ 21. | D．$ 42. |
| A．It runs seasonally. | B．It is physically demanding. |
| C．It offers a trained tour guide. | D．It is only targeted at members. |
| A．Guided Garden Tour. | B．Nooks & Crannies Tour. |
| C．Guided Manor House Tour. | D．Gardens, Gate Lodge & Corbin Conservatory. |
3 . Unlike other major destinations, Rome doesn’t have a huge number of hostels (旅社). In fact, there are less than 40 listed on Hostel World. So we’ve analyzed each hostel to bring you detailed information about hostels in Rome. Click to read more.
TYPICAL ROME HOSTEL PRICESHostels in Rome are generally reasonably priced. Most hostels, regardless of quality, will start around Eur 25-32 / night in summer. You might be able to find some around Eur 20 / night but those are tough to obtain in advance. The cheapest hostels will cost around Eur 18 / night — but don’t expect very good quality.
Check Hostel World to get exact prices for your dates as prices are always varying.
QUICK FACTS ABOUT ROME HOSTELSCheap Beds & Good Hostels Go Early: Hostel prices are fairly standardized but the quality does vary. The best options get booked up quickly (especially in summer).
Tourism Tax: Rome requires all hotels, hostels and apartment rentals to collect a tourist tax from all guests. It’s usually Eur 3.50 / night / person so don’t be surprised by this extra fee.
Areas Neighborhoods: Most of Rome’s hostels are located near Rome’s Termini train station. It’s not the best part of town but not that bad (just be a little extra careful at night).
Check the Hostel Type: Every hostel has its own personality so we suggest picking a hostel that matches up to your travel style. For example, some hostels are party hostels which are great for having a fun time but not great for sleeping.
Check-In Times: A lot of hostels have late check-in times around 2 pm — 4 pm) , but nearly all will let you store your luggage if you arrive before check-in.
1. What might be the minimum cost if you stay in a Rome hostel for two nights?| A．Eur 18. | B．Eur 36. | C．Eur 43. | D．Eur 47. |
| A．Quality service. | B．Tourism tax relief. |
| C．A quiet sleeping environment. | D．Luggage storage before check-in. |
| A．On a website. | B．In a report. | C．In a poster. | D．In a brochure. |
4 . Exciting Sites for Your Children in Orlando
Universal Orlando ResortLocation: 1000 Universal Studios Plaza
Contact: 14073638000
Open Hours: Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 6 PM
Saturday from 9 AM to 7 PM
Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM
The world’s favorite films and film stars come to life here and many amazing and amusing rides, shows and attractions are presented. A virtual 3-D adventure has its own set of thrills, as does an experience of meeting with Jaws, a trip Back to the Future, and a voyage beyond the stars in an E. T Adventure.
Sea World OrlandoLocation: 7007 Sea World Drive
Contact: 14073513600
Open Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM
One of the first theme parks to open in Orlando, Sea World has been operating here for more than 30 years. Many new attractions and rides have been added to the original fun including a laser-fireworks-water show and high-tech thrill rides. The park also hosts a number of family-friendly events. Search the website for the latest information.
Wet’n WildLocation: 6200 International Drive
Contact: 14073511800
Open Hours: Vary by season
Amusement Business Magazine calls this Wet’n Wild the nation’s best-attended water park. Adults love thrill rides here such as Brain Wash and The Storm, which are definitely for the brave. Children enjoy milder thrills at the Kids Park section like “Bubble up”. The whole family can kick back (放松) on the Take it Easy offerings, including the mile-long Lazy River. Pools are heated in winter.
GatorlandLocation: 14501 S Orange Blossom Trail
Contact: 14058555496
Open Hours: Monday to Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM
Take a trip to this 70-acre park and see thousands of alligators, and crocodiles, up close. Visit feeding pens (圈), nurseries and ponds. Children love the site’s mini water park especially because it offers lovely petting zoo goats, lambs, and other barnyard animals.
1. Where can children enjoy a virtual 3-D adventure?| A．1000 Universal Studios Plaza. | B．14501 S Orange Blossom Trail. |
| C．7007 Sea World Drive. | D．6200 International Drive. |
| A．It is open for six days a week and lasts eight hours a day. |
| B．A laser-fireworks-water show is open to the public recently. |
| C．Visitors can see thousands of alligators, and crocodiles, up close. |
| D．Children can enjoy milder thrills at the Kids Park section like “Bubble up”. |
| A．Brain Wash. | B．Barnyard animals. |
| C．The mile-long Lazy River. | D．Feeding pens, nurseries and ponds. |
5 . The Day of the Dead celebrations are a great time to honour the dead. Here’s where to stay to experience them.
Mexico City, Mexico
On November 4, a parade starts with thousands of dancers. “The best place to watch the parade is from a terrace on the Paseo de Reforma, where you can see the dancers and colours from above,” says Karla Gonzalez, director of the Mexico City tourism board.
Oaxaca, Mexico
This southern Mexico city is known for candlelit cemeteries on the Day of the Dead, and parades with dancers in the Jalatlaco neighborhood. “The city doesn’t sleep for three days,” says local tour guide Gabriel Sánchez. He takes guests to the cemetery in Santa Maria Atzompa, a village three miles from Oaxaca City, where the families go all out with candles and flowers.
San Diego, California
The first European settlement (定居点) in Southern California, Old Town San Diego is a seven-block state park with shopfronts dating back to the 18th century. It’s also the site of a long-running Day of the Dead celebration, with a crafts market and a candlelit parade to the El Campo Santo Cemetery on November 2, which dates to 1849.
San Antonio, Texas
This south Texas city was once a part of Mexico, known for its exciting Day of the Dead celebrations. In downtown’s Hemisphere Park, the festival brings a parade of boats lit with bright lights on the River Walk on the evening of October 27. You can also see a famous tourist draw on the south bank of the San Antonio River.
1. When does the parade take place in Mexico City?| A．On October 10. | B．On October 27. | C．On November 2. | D．On November 4. |
| A．Swim in the River Walk. | B．Join the candlelight parade. |
| C．Admire Hemisphere Park. | D．Explore the unique rainforest. |
| A．In San Antonio. | B．In Mexico City. | C．In San Diego. | D．In Oaxaca. |
6 . When it comes to travel, sometimes wandering is one of the most exciting things you can do. In a time when travellers are both more adventurous and eco-conscious than ever, it’s no surprise that there’s a wealth of new vocabulary to describe how we travel, when we travel and how the experience makes us feel. Here are eight of our favourite travel words that you may not have heard before.
We’ve kicked off a blog with the staycation, “a holiday in one’s own country”. The term first became popular in the mid-2000s, when the global financial crisis meant people had less income to spend on flash holidays and instead searched for cheaper local choices. Since 2020, the staycation is experiencing a revival (复兴). Benefits of staycations include cheaper travel costs, no spending hours in the airport and, of course, no need to worry about whether your passport expired (过期) last year.
Once upon a time, if you wanted to meet new people on your travels, you could stay at a hostel or with a host on Airbnb. Now, you can couch surf. And not just in “the staying at various friends’ houses until you find a new place to rent” sense: couch surfing is quickly becoming a hot new travel trend. Travellers can now choose to couch surf all across the world via a website which treats travel as a cultural exchange, allowing people to connect with willing hosts and crash on their sofas.
Given that single-use and climate strike were selected as the Collins 2018 and 2019 Words of the Year respectively, it’s clear that the climate crisis is very much on everybody’s mind. This desire to make more sustainable choices is also affecting the way we spend our vacation days. Ecotourism is another popular travel trend, defined as tourism that is designed to contribute to the protection of the environment. Examples of ecotourism include ditching short-haul flights, staying at eco-friendly resorts, or booking a staycation.
1. When did the staycation become popular firstly?| A．About in 2018. | B．About in 2019. | C．About in 2005. | D．About in 2010. |
| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Six. |
| A．The eco-friendly travel ways. | B．The cheap ways to get around. |
| C．The changing words of travel. | D．The spread of history and culture. |
| A．The other new travel words. | B．Ways to protect environment. |
| C．Other examples of ecotourism. | D．Experiences of reaching culture. |
7 . The Best School Camps in Victoria
Burnside Camp
Located on the Surf Coast near Anglesea, Burnside Camp is set over 4-hectare beautiful bushland (灌木丛) close to opollution-free peaches, Running throughout the year, Burnside Camp serves as a fantastic base for groups of up to 88 students. Camp programs centre on outdoor adventure activities. These include biking, canoeing, and exciting bush night hikes.
Mill Valley Ranch
Mill Valley Ranch is one of the best school camps in Victoria for large groups of students. It can accommodate up to 100 students. At Mill Valley Ranch, activity programs typically centre on confidence and character building. When outdoors, this sees young people given the opportunity to experience everything from horse riding to archery (射箭). However, it is also possible to organize a wide range of other team games and activities.
Camp Wilkin
Set in Anglesea, Camp Wilkin covers a 15-acre area home to resident kangaroos, which is in easy reach of quiet bushwalks and fantastic beaches. It offers the best school camp accommodation in Victoria for large groups, accommodating up to 163 students. And it also offers a variety of outdoor activity programs. Camp facilities include large meeting rooms suitable for everything from presentations to group learning activities.
Halls Gap
Halls Gap can hold up to 56 students. One of the best school camps in Victoria for natural sightseeing, it features reserved activities taking the form of short journeys to experience some of the largest waterfalls in Victoria. Halls Gap Camp students can also join in rock climbing. Such activities are in the company of local tour guides.
1. What can students do at Burnside Camp?| A．Learn to repair bikes. | B．Run their own startups. |
| C．Attend archery lessons. | D．Go on bush night hikes. |
| A．Halls Gap. | B．Burnside Camp. | C．Camp Wilkin. | D．Mill Valley Ranch. |
| A．It is the best camp in Victoria. | B．It requires advance booking. |
| C．It features outdoor activities. | D．It centres on character building. |
8 . Enveloped by history, style and culture, the City of Light has more than enough to draw visitors all year around. But there are certain times of year when a trip to Paris can be extra-special.
Paris Fashion Week
When: Men June/July; women March and September/October
In 1943 the world’s first “fashion week” took place in New York. The idea? To offer the Big Apple’s fashion buyers alternatives to the French dresses they were missing out on during the war. Today Paris can claim to be the world’s style capital, with people pouring to its annual fashion weeks. Wear your best dress around the Tuileries Garden and a street-style photographer may even stop you for a shot.
Music Festival
When: June
The streets of Paris come alive with the sound of music every June as free parties and concerts ring throughout the city. The Arab World Institute, the Louvre and Place Denfert-Rochereau are among the best party spots-though we recommend simply wandering. Expect surprises around every corner.
Bastille Day
When: July
On July 14 France marks the storming of the Bastille prison — a turning point in the French Revolution. In the morning crowds gather to watch a military parade along the Champs Elysees. Come evening, up to a million people gather as fireworks are set off from the base of the Eiffel Tower. Advantageous position? The top of the Belville Park. Get down early and bring a picnic chair.
Grape Harvest Festival
When: October
You may have dropped by the Montmartre Museum. But what about the private grape plantation around the back of Paris’s hilliest neighborhood? Every year locals come together to celebrate the distinctive grape wine produced here. There’s a charity wine sale, dance parties and, of course, plenty of tasting.
1. What was the purpose of the world’s first “fashion week” in New York?| A．To promote American fashion designers. | B．To display the upcoming fashion collections. |
| C．To satisfy the fashion needs of New Yorkers. | D．To show the development of fashion industry. |
| A．Raise funds for charity. | B．Join mask dancing parties. |
| C．Appreciate local artwork. | D．Try different kinds of wine. |
| A．The Tuileries Garden. | B．Place Denfert-Rochereau. |
| C．The Champs Elysees. | D．The Belville Park. |
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Chengdu, China
If visiting a place with happy locals is a priority for you, there’s no better city to hit than Chengdu. It is home to pandas and spicy things. Moreover, the city’s abundance of cultural and historical sights, together with its laid-back lifestyle, make itself one of the most attractive and livable large cities too. Past travelers have spent, on average, ￥158 on meals and about a quarter of that on local transportation for one day.
Con Dao, Vietnam
Tourism is picking up in Vietnam lately, where you can travel for about ¥ 100 per day if you play your cards right. Con Dao Island Nation Park, a group of dramatic tiny islands off the southern coast, is a great destination to see sea turtles and other wildlife while exploring the area on foot. Its thick jungle will give you a good chance to uncover a paradise of your own.
Zakynthos, Greece
If you’re looking for an affordable European summer beach vacation, consider Zakynthos. Food is cheap and mouthwatering. There are plenty of free things to do. although the favorite is spending time on the beautiful beaches edged by electric blue water. There are countless options for swimming in the appealing sea, along with charming villages and museums to explore.
New Orleans, U. S.
New Orleans is an incredibly unique place in the U. S., full of fascinating history, absorbing culture, delicious food, and a constantly buzzing nightlife scene. There are actually a couple of hostels in and near the French Quarter that offer reasonable accommodation rates for students.
1. Which city best suits people who like to meet cheerful natives?| A．Chengdu. | B．Con Dao. |
| C．Zakynthos. | D．New Orleans. |
| A．Countless local cultures. |
| B．Free tourist attractions. |
| C．Impressive sea views. |
| D．Large charming museums. |
| A．Parents arranging family trips. |
| B．Students exploring affordable destinations. |
| C．Elders looking for quiet destinations. |
| D．Businessmen seeking high-end hotels. |
10 . From Italy to Indonesia, major restoration (修复) works are underway to preserve and improve some of the world’s most historic sites.
Italy
It’s seen beasts, battles and bloody executions and now the world’s most iconic arena (圆形运动场) is seeing a floor. An architecture company has decided to restore the Colosseum’s floor to its former glory and allow visitors to admire the nearly 2,000-year-old building from its centre, where gladiators (角斗士) once fought. Set for completion in 2023, the 32,300-square-foot surface will be made up of narrow pieces of wood that can let light and air into the rooms beneath.
England
Hadrian’s Wall marks its 1,900th anniversary this year and is set to receive £30 million in government and charity funding, with the goal of improving transport links and upgrading visitor centres. It’s hoped the wall will become one of the nation’s top landmarks.
France
After numerous setbacks following the 2019 fire, the restoration of the Notre Dame Cathedral Paris is set to pick up the pace. Charity Friends of Notre-Dame de Paris has made an appeal for donations to help preserve the church’s treasures. Donors can choose where their mopey goes—whether it’s on artworks, holy relics or the famous ugly character.
Indonesia
Coral reefs (珊瑚礁) are among the planet’s oldest ecosystems, but they face a dangerous future. At the Sheba Hope Reef, 19,000 reef stars have been planted as part of what’s praised as the world’s biggest coral restoration project. The program is led by cat food brand Sheba, whose aim to ensure a sustainable fish population benefits cats, as well as the 500 million people whose livelihoods depend on reefs.
1. What restoration work is underway in Italy?| A．Coral reefs. | B．Hadrian’s Wall. |
| C．The Colosseum’s floor. | D．The Notre Dame Cathedral Paris. |
| A．It still needs a lot of donations. |
| B．It is set for completion in 2023. |
| C．It is interrupted due to the 2019 fire. |
| D．It has received £30 million from the government. |
| A．Italy. | B．England. | C．France. | D．Indonesia |
