1 . Harry Potter fans, get ready for the journey to Hogwarts and beyond on an official guided tour of Warner Bros. This guided experience at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London — The Making of Harry Potter is the only tour of its kind, so if you’re a fan of the magical world, it’s a must-do.
What To Expect
Upon arriving, you will be greeted by an experienced guide who reveals the wonders you’ll encounter throughout your tour of the original sets and costumes from all eight of the Harry Potter films. You will be given your own personal headset to ensure you do not miss any of the fascinating behind-the-scenes facts.
Watch a short film in the cinema before you enter the Great Hall, Visit the original Hogwarts Express locomotive (火车头) and a recreation of Platform 9¾. Climb aboard the train carriage and pose with a luggage trolley as it disappears through the platform wall.
Once the tour comes to an end, you have the option to re-enter the studio at your leisure, find that perfect souvenir at the Studio Shop, or purchase a coffee at the Studio Tour Cafe.
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible.
Infants (婴儿) must sit on laps.
Travelers should have a medium physical fitness level.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers.
The total duration of the tour is 5 hours, comprising a 1-hour travel time to the studios, a 3-hour guided tour, and a 1-hour travel time back to London.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
1. What can be expected throughout the tour?| A．Taking photos with the actors. | B．Knowing behind-the-scenes facts. |
| C．Creating a new Platform 9¾. | D．Watching Harry Potter series again. |
| A．Couples with little babies. | B．Adults with physical disability. |
| C．A group consisting of 16 members. | D．Teenagers with travel sickness. |
| A．On the day of registration. | B．On the exact day of departure. |
| C．3 days ahead of the departure date. | D．4 days ahead of the departure date. |
2 . It’s said that architecture should speak of its time and place, but long for timelessness. It’s no wonder that some of the most creative designs are implemented on college campuses, where students learn from the past and grow from new perspectives. As students from all over the world meet again for the school year, these campuses offer different points of view, not only through their courses, but also through their unconventional building styles. Here are college buildings around the world that present different angles.
On Island Time
Venice International University
VENICE, ITALY
At VIU, located in a lagoon(泻湖) on the island of San Servolo, the only way to get to campus is by water. The architecture is symbolic of the island’s rich history—transformed from monastery(修道院) to hospital, with remains of the vineyards and gardens that once covered much of the land.
Mountain Construction
University of Cape Town
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
Nestled just below Devil’s Peak, this university uses geography as architecture, with the buildings melding(融合) into a mountainous backdrop. It’s a setting that comes with risk, though; last year, a wildfire on the slope raged through the campus, destroying several historic buildings, including the library and its special collections. Restoration efforts are still in progress.
Dean of Dumplings
Nanyang Technological University
SINGAPORE
If this student center has you desire dumplings, you’re not alone—the building, actually named The Hive, is also referred to as the “dim sum building” for its similarity to piles of steamer baskets. Not everyone agrees though; The Architectural Review compared the building to “something of a deserted car-park aesthetic(美感，美学).”
1. How can you get to Venice International University?| A．By bike. | B．By train. | C．By taxi. | D．By boat. |
| A．The campus was damaged by accident. |
| B．The buildings survived a natural disaster. |
| C．The library and collections were restored. |
| D．The campus was built below Devil’s Peak. |
| A．Simple. | B．Lonely. | C．Historical. | D．Lifelike. |
3 . Planning a family trip? Let the professionals handle it.
In the ever-evolving world of travel, using a travel professional to decode your family vacation options can really pay off. Here are several things to bear in mind:
Is it travel time?Before the pandemic, planning a vacation took time, knowledge, patience and perseverance. While the pace of change has slowed, keeping track of the global landscape can still be incredible.
If you are eager to visit a Disney resort; understand the evolving nature of the cruise world; visit a ski resort or explore a specific city, region or country, using an agent with that specialty can give you a bonus.
Whether you’re traveling with the kids or with the extended family for a milestone birthday or anniversary celebration, you no doubt hope to return with treasured memories rather than tales of a trip gone wrong.
With more families learning and working from home, a good agent can help zero in on destinations and lodging options that can maximize your current lifestyle.
| A．Choose a specialist. |
| B．Choose a destination. |
| C．This is where a travel agent can come into play. |
| D．Travel agents can provide you with a rewarding holiday. |
| E．Travel agents earn money by offering their service in various ways. |
| F．Travel agents benefit a lot from their planning the travel route for you. |
| G．Those professionals can select the brand that best matches your travel expectations. |
4 . Here are some hostels (旅社) that will help you save money when you’re traveling in Toronto, Canada.
HI Hostel Toronto
HI Hostel Toronto really gets what travelers need. The hostel is in a central location close to everything you need (shopping, restaurants, subway and more). It’s very easy to meet people here because there is a bar that hosts live music. The beds are super comfortable so you can have a good sleep. Free breakfast is included.
Beds from $45 every night.
Two Peas Pod Hostel
Two Peas Pod Hostel runs a store and a café. They have a super rooftop (屋顶) (you can see the CN Tower from it) and a mini movie theater. Their beds are super cool and comfortable. They have lockers underneath them so you can keep all your things safe. It’s almost like staying in a modern hotel but with the fun of a hostel. Enjoy a great stay with free breakfast.
Beds from $59 every night.
The Only Backpacker’s Inn
This is your standard backpacker hostel. They have a bar and a café. There’s no free breakfast but the money you save makes up for that. It’s located near the subway so you can easily get around the city. It’s a good choice for travelers to meet people.
Beds from $37 every night.
The Parkdale Hostellerie
This is the most affordable hostel with free breakfast in the city. It’s not as central as the other hostels but that also makes one of its advantages: it is far from noise. The hostel is not the most modern but it has a welcoming, homey feel.
Beds from $26 every night.
1. What can travelers do at HI Hostel Toronto?| A．Drink coffee at a café. | B．Watch a live music show. |
| C．See the CN Tower on the rooftop. | D．Watch a film at a mini movie theater. |
| A．It runs a store and a café. | B．It offers comfortable beds. |
| C．It doesn’t offer free breakfast. | D．It’s close to public transportation. |
| A．HI Hostel Toronto. | B．Two Peas Pod Hostel. |
| C．The Only Backpacker’s Inn. | D．The Parkdale Hostellerie. |
5 . Ever wondered about the inner workings of the Two Oceans Aquarium (水族馆)? Perhaps you have questions about how our life support systems work, or how and what the animals in our care are fed? Join a guided Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Aquarium and find out!
Meet some of our staff as they carry out their duties; feeding, cleaning and monitoring are all in a day’s work for them. See the animals and exhibits from a completely different point of view, all while our experts share fascinating information about how we make the aquarium magic happen.
● Behind-the-Scenes Tour details:
Guided tours take place at 10:00 and 13:00 daily and last up to 75 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete an indemnity form (保证表).
Your Behind-the-Scenes Tour booking includes general access to public areas of the aquarium for the day.
A maximum of 8 persons can join a tour.
Price:
·R620 per adult (aged 18+)
·R495 per child (aged 8-17)
The Behind-the-Scenes tour is not suitable for children under the age of 8.
Tours must be booked at least 24 hours in advance, subject to availability.
● How to book a Behind-the-Scenes Tour:
Book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour on the official website.
Alternatively, email experience@ aquarium. co. za or call us on +27 (0)21 418 3823 to book your Behind-the-Scenes Tour, or book in person at our Visitor Centre.
Remember — aquarium entry is included for all participants in a Behind-the-Scenes Tour. Anyone accompanying you, but not participating in the tour, will need to book a day ticket to enter.
● Terms and conditions:
Please wear your face mask, comfortable clothes and soft-soled (软底的) shoes appropriate for the beach (no high heels).
Payment is required at least 24 hours prior to secure your booking.
Report to the Visitor Centre at 09:45 for the 10:00 tour or 12:45 for the 13:00 tour to complete your indemnity forms.
Failure to arrive for your tour will result in cancellation and you will be liable (负有偿付责任的) for the full fee.
1. What can you do during the tour?| A．Help clean the aquarium. | B．Feed and care for animals. |
| C．Learn about how the aquarium works. | D．Learn how to do aquarium magic tricks. |
| A．four | B．three | C．two | D．one |
| A．If visitors fail to arrive for the tour, they can’t demand a refund. |
| B．Children of all ages are suitable for the Behind-the-Scenes tour. |
| C．The price of the tickets for two adults and a 10-year-old kid is R 1,735. |
| D．For those who have booked the 13:00 tour, they need to report to the Visitor Centre at 12:45. |
6 . Handmade Canberra Market
Event: 29 / 07 / 2022-31 / 07 / 2022
The Handmade Canberra market is an event which happens 4 times each year and it sells jewellery, clothes, pet treats, foods, stationery, toys, garden sculptures and more! The large market is located in the Budawang Pavilion, Conference Centre and Coorong Pavilion at the EPIC (Exhibition Park in Canberra). It generally attracts about 20, 000 visitors over two days.
It is an enjoyable way to spend the day as you walk through the stalls (摊位) enjoying the creativity of the talented (有才能的) people of Canberra and other parts of Australia. The event has free parking and entry (入场) only costs you a small donation (捐赠) to a local organization for helping the needy. If you get hungry after all the shopping, there are a number of delicious food choices in the Coorong Pavilion to choose from, as well as areas to sit and rest your feet.
When the market first began in 2008, the organizer, Julie Nichols, started with 34 stalls — this has now increased to over 290 stalls at each event. Julie Nichols has won several awards (奖) for business, design and tourism because of the success of the market. Handmade Canberra celebrated its 10th birthday in 2018 and it has been a popular event with locals and visitors every year.
With so many goods in one place, the Handmade Canberra market is a relaxing way to have a quiet shop by yourself or to walk around with friends and make a day of it. You are sure to go home with a piece not seen anywhere else.
1. How often does the market usually open up?| A．Once a month. | B．Twice a month. |
| C．Three times a year. | D．Four times a year. |
| A．Parking their cars. |
| B．Entering the market. |
| C．Learning to make objects. |
| D．Eating at the food tasting area. |
| A．To show the development of the market. |
| B．To explain the reason for opening the market. |
| C．To introduce how the market influences locals’ life. |
| D．To tell us how hard the success of the market comes. |
7 . Chinese people may not be that familiar with sports tourism but it is one of the fastest growing sectors of tourism, because an increasing number of people are showing interest in sports activities during tours even if sports is not the main objective of their travel.
Sports tourism refers to tourism involving participation in or watching sports events and staying in an environment different from the usual tourist hotels or resorts.
Sports tourism is the fastest growing segment of the tourism industry today, with an annual growth rate of about 15 percent globally.
Also, the integration of sports and tourism products will to eventually lead to the integration of the sports and tourism markets to meet people's diversified consumption demand. Rural tourism, consist of fishing, hiking, horse riding and other outdoor activities.
In short, the rapid growth of sports tourism will help meet people's leisure needs and boost the high-quality development in China.
| A．It plays a vital role in rural construction. |
| B．But sports tourism is still a new sector in China. |
| C．However, this sector has long drawn people's attention in China. |
| D．The origin of sports tourism can be traced back to Ancient Greece. |
| E．In China, however, the growth rate is 30-40 percent despite a slow start. |
| F．Marathons, cycling, hiking and camping fall in this part of sports tourism. |
| G．The government can address some of the challenges of rapidly aging society. |
8 . Are you looking for a ski or snowboarding music festival? There are many world-class events, from dance festivals to comedy shows. Here are our best ski festivals.
Tomorrowland Winter
Alpe d’Huez, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Tomorrowland Winter is the winter edition of the legendary dance festival, bringing Tomorrowland’s set design and epic lineups (阵容) to the town of Alpe d’Huez tor a whole week.
The spot lies in a sunny highland, giving a breathtaking sparkle to its variety of slopes that are suitable for beginners, experts and everyone in between.
Snowboxx
Avoriaz, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Snowboxx is a week-long music festival and snowsports holiday rolled into one in the French mountain spot of Avoirazx. Previous artists who have performed the festival’s various stages around the slopes have included the likes of Craig David's TS5, Fatboy Slim and more.
But it’s not just the lineup that makes Snowboxx one of the most popular winter music festivals. The skiing meets the demands of beginners and experts alike, with plenty of easy slopes and more challenging ones to discover.
Altitude Comedy Festival
Mayrhofen, Austria
28 March 2022 — 2 April 2022
Altitude Comedy Festival is the world’s No.1 alpine (高山的) comedy festival, created in 2007 by comedians Andrew Maxwell and Marcus Brigstocke.
Taking place at one of Europe’s most beautiful and best-loved ski spots, the organizers welcome comedy fans and lovers of winter sports to join them and “ski all day, laugh all night”.
Snowdaze
Candanchu, Spain
18 — 19 March 2022
After the first impressive performance, Spanish snowsports and electronic music festival Snowdaze returns to the Pyrenees for a second edition in Candanchu.
Across the weekend, music lovers will once again take to the slopes by day, exploring the best that the Aragonese Pyrenees have to offer, before going downhill as night falls and partying to the sound of a lineup of DJs.
1. Which festival is suitable for tourists interested in dancing?| A．Tomorrowland Winter. | B．Snowboxx. |
| C．Altitude Comedy Festival. | D．Snowdaze. |
| A．Both feature comedy shows. | B．Both are held at the same town. |
| C．Both have slopes right for all skiers. | D．Both invite J ax Jones to perform pop music. |
| A．It takes place in France. | B．It will last for a week. |
| C．It appeals to electronic music lovers. | D．It starts with the performance of DJs. |
9 . Have you imagined spending a night in a museum? Fortunately, your fantasy may come true in the following museums.
Spy Museum | Washington, DC
The Spy Museum is entirely committed to the all-but-invisible profession and displays the largest collection of spy objects in the world! "Operation Secret Sleepover" invites a group of juniors and parents for a night of detective training, like creating a fake name, gathering intelligence, studying questioning techniques, breaking codes, hunting for a lead, and more. The next mission kicks off on Friday, September 9, 2022.
Ages: 9 to 13
Cost: $115 for general admission/$105 for members
Baseball Hall of Fame | Cooperstown, New York
Fans of America's hobbies will take the opportunity to stay a few extra nights here. Travel along the hallowed galleries; enjoy a screening in the Grandstand Theater; show your respect to honoring legendary players like Babe Ruth, Jackie Robinson, and Ted Williams. Dates sell out quickly. To secure your spot, call（607）547—0329.
Ages: 7 to 12
Cost: $50 for general admission
Milwaukee Public Museum | Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Who says kids get to have all the fun? The adults-only overnight at Milwaukee Public Museum is intended for the 21+ crowd. Tickets include dinner, two drinks, snacks, special tours, films in the six-story theater, entry to the new traveling exhibit “Maya: Hidden Worlds Revealed,” and continental breakfast. The next event is October 20, 2022. Registration closes two weeks prior.
Ages: 21+
Cost: $125 for general admission
Baltimore National Aquarium | Baltimore, Maryland
Ocean and shark lovers will be delighted to spend nights at BNA. Dive into the fascinating underwater world, reveal myths, and discover the importance of these incredible creatures. Join experts for a behind-the-scenes tour, interact with marine life, and watch a 4D film.
Ages: 8+
Cost: $120 for general admission | $100 for members
1. What can kids do at Operation Secret Sleepover?| A．Studying hunting techniques. | B．Improving their intelligence. |
| C．Changing their identity cards. | D．Trying some detective activities. |
| A．Spy Museum. | B．Baseball Hall of Fame. |
| C．Milwaukee Public Museum. | D．Baltimore National Aquarium. |
| A．$400. | B．$420. | C．$460. | D．$480. |
10 . Traveling along the old Silk Road can be a quite interesting and rewarding experience. Here is some information that the visitor should consider when planning a possible travel on the road.
Language. While traveling along the road, the visitor can meet with about 20 different nationalities.
Accommodations. The Silk Road spans most of China, from modern cities in the central China to villages and towns in the remote west. Accordingly, accommodations along the route range from high standard hotels to simple guesthouses.
In big cities like Dunhuang, Urumqi, Lanzhou, the visitor can enjoy high standard hotels. They all provide excellent conditions, good services and they are quite safe.
Travel by Road. Buses are the most inexpensive method of transport along the Silk Road but, unfortunately, they are very slow.
| A．It offers good views of the mountains |
| B．Some of them speak their own languages |
| C．Learn some of their languages before going |
| D．But this kind of hotels is also the most expensive |
| E．Cars are offered by some travel agencies and hotels |
| F．These locations offer nothing but a quite simple room |
| G．Today, Chinese can be easily used among these nationalities |
