1 . Paris is one of the most-visited destinations in the world. A relaxing trip to Paris takes a little bit of planning. Here are some tips for you to make your trip smooth.
Planning your trip
Have a passport for international travel. A passport costs $110 and takes 6-8weeks to arrive after you apply.
Booking Flights
The cheapest month to fly is March, especially if you can leave on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. You’ll save even more money by booking around 90 days in advance. In the summer months, tickets will be more expensive no matter when you book.
Enjoying Your Time
●Visit the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable symbol of Paris. To avoid the crowds, go to the Eiffel Tower early in the morning. It costs €25 to go to the top, or €10 to climb to the first 2 levels on foot.
● See the Notre Dame Cathedral
At present, the Notre Dame Cathedral is closed to tourists due to the fire that destroyed parts of the cathedral. However, you can still visit the outside of the cathedral.
● Go to the Louvre to see world-famous art
The Louvre hosts the Mona Lisa along with 35, 000 other pieces of art. If you’re pressed for time, visit the highlights. The Louvre costs €15 at the museum or €17 in advance (to skip most of the line).
● Take a day trip to Versailles
If you have a day to spare, head to the palace of Versailles, around 14 miles southwest of the city. Take a tour to see King Louis XVI’s palace and gardens. It costs €20 to visit the palace and grounds.
1. When can we book plane tickets to save the most money?| A．In March. | B．In June. |
| C．In August. | D．In December. |
| A．You can climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower free of charge. |
| B．Visitors can pay an extra to save the queue time in visiting the Louvre. |
| C．The Notre Dame Cathedral was completely destroyed in a fire. |
| D．Visiting the palace of Versailles is the most expensive among the four attractions. |
| A．A travel brochure | B．A course plan. |
| C．A research paper. | D．An encyclopedia. |
Hawa Mahal literally (字面上) means the “Palace Floating in the Air”, whose structure was built by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh in 1799. It is a 5-story monument with a height of 50ft. It is made with the aim that royal ladies can easily enjoy the view of festivals celebrated in the streets, without being noticed by any other person.
Golden Temple
It is just an amazing temple made of gold. It includes a collection of buildings and a large pool. People from every religion throughout the world visit the Golden Temple to pray for good luck. In addition, there is a Sikh Community, which serves simple vegetarian food (素食) to all the visitors on a daily basis.
Goa
Goa is full of sun, sand and beautiful beaches and a mixture of the Portuguese culture and the Indian heritage (遗产). One important reason why tourists, especially foreigners visit Goa is that it is very reasonable here compared to other states, thus we see thousands of tourists having a good time tasting food in Goa. The scuba diving, water sports, churches and waterfalls make this place more beautiful.
Varkala Beach
Varkala Beach is popular with travelers who just want to take a break from sightseeing for a while. Its sandy beaches along impressive cliffs are perfect for sunbathing and swimming. It is named one of the top 10 seasonal beaches in the world and known for its mineral springs in the world; swimming in them is believed by most foreigners to purify one’s soul, especially to bring good luck to them.
1. Why was Hawa Mahal built?| A．To please the rich. | B．To celebrate festivals. |
| C．To build a palace floating in the air. | D．To shelter royal ladies from being seen. |
| A．Do some underwater sports. | B．Know Indian culture well. |
| C．Taste food at a low price. | D．Enjoy Portuguese churches. |
| A．They own mineral springs. | B．They have impressive cliffs. |
| C．They offer visitors vegetarian food. | D．They are related to prayer. |
3 . The Best Fall Leaves Camping in the US
Whether in search of changing leaves, mild climates, or a socially distant getaway, here are some of the best spots for fall leaves camping in the US.
Quarryville, PA
Home to pretty rolling hills and rural countryside, this area develops successfully in the fall with some of the best leaf-admiring in the Northeast. It’s located on 63 wooded acres, head to Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort. Here, you’ll find never-ending views of the changing leaves plus family-friendly entertainments such as a water zone and mini golf.
Cape May, NJ
Known as America’s oldest seaside resort made famous by its beaches and boardwalks——Cape May is also home to several camping destinations. Guests can enjoy wilderness with the conveniences of a modern campground. Hike through the amazing National Wildlife Refuge to see leave s change color in fall or discover some of the finest wines on the east coast at nearby vineyards.
Beaverton, MI
Central Michigan, along the Cedar River, offers plenty of cool campgrounds where you can splash in the water and admire the fall leaves. Gladwin City Park and Campground in Gladwin provides peaceful escape for those looking to sit back and relax. Meanwhile, in Beaverton, Calhoun Campground occupies 40 acres of backwater land on Ross Lake with beautiful wooded sites facing the lake and activities such as boating and trail hiking.
Conway, SC
This travel hotspot is known for beachside accommodations, but it’s also home to forest camping. You’ll find the best of both worlds at Carolina Pines RV Resort it’s still warm enough to go to the beach or the pool in the fall, but you’ll also enjoy views of the season’s changing leaves. And don’t forget to check out the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway(SC11),where more than a half-dozen colorful state parks and their gorgeous fall leaves are all within easy reach.
1. Which spot will mini golf lovers most likely choose?| A．Conway, SC. | B．Cape May, NJ. | C．Beaverton, MI. | D．Quarryville, PA. |
| A．Cycling. | B．Hiking. | C．Driving. | D．Shopping. |
| A．A biography. | B．An encyclopedia. |
| C．A geography book. | D．A travel brochure. |
4 . Travelling with friends can be an amazing experience where you could make lifelong memories or it could ruin your friendship.
Communicate and respect each other. Everyone has personal preferences when travelling— from getting the bed closest to the bathroom or sitting in the airplane’s window seat. But sometimes things don’t go as you like. In this case, share your requirements directly with your travel companions.
Don’t disappear. When travelling with a group — or even just one other person — you may want some alone time. That’s completely fine, but make sure your friends know where you are and have a way of contacting you.
Get off your phone. Of course, your friends will understand if you need to take a call from a family member, or in the event of a work emergency, but other than that, try to stay off your phone.
| A．Give each other some space. |
| B．Include at least one activity for everyone. |
| C．So it’s important to make sure you and your friend(s) are on the same page. |
| D．At the same time, listen to their concerns and be respectful of them. |
| E．Don’t respond to less important work contact or send messages frequently. |
| F．It’s especially true of travelling in foreign countries or unfamiliar places. |
| G．And remember that consideration and respect go a long way. |
5 . A new study in the journal of Tourism Analysis shows frequent travelers are happier with their lives than people who don’t travel at all.
Chun-Chu Chen, an assistant professor at Washington State University, conducted a survey to find out why some individuals travel more frequently than others and whether or not travel and tourism experiences have a lasting effect on happiness and wellness.
The results of his analysis show individuals who pay more attention to tourism-related information and frequently discuss their travel plans with friends are more likely to go on regular vacations than those who aren’t constantly thinking about their next trip. Additionally, participants in the survey who reported regularly traveling at least 75 miles away from home also reported being about 7% happier when asked about their overall well-being than those who reported traveling very rarely or not at all.
“While things like work, family life and friends play a bigger role in overall reports of well-being. The accumulation (积累) of travel experiences’ does appear to have a small yet noticeable effect on self-reported life satisfaction,” Chen said.
Participants in the study were asked about the importance of travel in their lives, how much time they spent looking into and planning future vacations, and how many trips they went on over a year. They were also asked about their life satisfaction. Out of the 500 survey participants, a little over half reported going on more than four pleasurable trips a year. Only 7% of respondents did not take any vacations.
As travel restrictions (限制) due to COVID-19 pandemic begin to relax in the future, the research could have important effects on both tourists and the tourism industry. Based on the results of the study, Chen said travel companies, resorts and even airlines, could launch social media campaigns, such as creating signs about the scientific benefits of vacation, to spark people’s interest in discussing their opinions about travel.
1. What is the benefit of frequent travelling according to the study?| A．Getting more tourism information. | B．Making more friends. |
| C．Bettering tourism industry. | D．Improving one’s well-being. |
| A．Why the professor carried out the study. |
| B．How the participants felt about the survey. |
| C．What the participants were interviewed about. |
| D．What the participants panned to do in the future. |
| A．Tourism industry should improve their service. |
| B．The results of the study will benefit tourism industry. |
| C．COVID-19 pandemic will be more serious in the future. |
| D．People will live a happier life after COVID-19 pandemic. |
| A．Travel more and be happier | B．Make good use of travelling |
| C．Prepare for the tourism development | D．Make travel plans with friends |
6 . Located about 10 km northeast of the city center, the Chengdu Panda Base is a popular place to see lots of pandas of different ages in what’s close to their natural habitat.
Highlights and Travel Tips
The Chengdu Panda Base is a nonprofit research and breeding (繁殖) facility for giant pandas that was originally founded in 1987 and opened to the public in 1993. The center began with a population of just six giant pandas and has since grown to more than 100 pandas.
For visitors, it is more like a nice park than a traditional zoo. The base is large and nice to walk around, since much of it is in a bamboo forest. There are also shops selling panda-related souvenirs, but the prices are usually higher than markets or shops outside the base.
Accessibility Information
While the main road is flat, the base is large, so it is better for visitors with mobility issues to ride the shuttle (往返) bus. Visitors who completely rely on wheelchairs may need help from others to guide. Most restrooms within the base are wheelchair accessible.
Opening Hours and Ticket Prices
| Opening hours | 7:30 am - 6:00 pm |
| Entrance fee | 55 CNY |
| Shuttle bus fee | 10 CNY |
| Average time for this activity | 2-3 hours |
How to Get There
It takes about a half hour and costs around 30 CNY to get to the Chengdu Panda Base from the city center by taxi. You can also get there by public bus or subway, although these routes require a few transfers.
1. What is special about the Chengdu Panda Base?| A．It offers tourists panda souvenirs. | B．It is a zoo with the features of a park. |
| C．It is the largest panda research base. | D．It has more pandas than anywhere else. |
| A．110 CNY. | B．75 CNY. | C．55 CNY. | D．45 CNY. |
| A．A guidebook. | B．A news report. |
| C．An announcement. | D．An exhibition guide. |
7 . Sunlight means warm weather and spending time outdoors. But when the temperature rises quickly, it’s time for us to get out of the sun and cool down. It’s the same for cities.
Dubai
In Dubai, rows of high-tech pavilions (亭) in the shape of date palms, a kind of local trees, have been “planted” in parks, waterfronts, streets and other public places to keep its citizens cool when they have nowhere else to go in the summer heat. These pavilions are equipped with the air-conditioning cooling system through which citizens can enjoy the fine water spray (喷洒). In particular, the pavilions’ energy is from solar energy.
Doha
To reduce the temperature of the road surface, the engineers in Doha took a bold decision — to paint the road surface in blue color with the help of a heat reflective paint. The paint contains a cooling material that reflects 50 percent of UV (紫外线的) rays. The temperature of the road surface can be reduced by about 7℃ with the use of the paint. Besides this, the blue color of the road is expected to bring a cooling effect on the eyes.
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is located in the desert where temperatures regularly rise to 49℃. To help beat the heat, some buildings here are turning to umbrellas for staying cool. The designers wrapped the buildings’ outer walls in a shell of umbrella-shaped elements. The facility moves, turns on or off with the path of the sun, minimizing the heat brought by the sun.
Kuwait City
The National Bank of Kuwait combines structural innovation to beat the local 45℃ summer heat. The idea of the shape of the building is from the mussel (蚌) which opens up to the north in the shape of a butterfly. The central and southern part together form the structural system of the tower, making the best use of upper floor space and protecting the building from direct sunlight.
1. How does Dubai fight summer heat?| A．By sticking mussel shells to the buildings. |
| B．By planting a large number of date palms. |
| C．By painting the roads with reflective paint. |
| D．By building pavilions with cooling system. |
| A．It is believed to be visually cooling for people. |
| B．It reflects heat better when mixed with the paint. |
| C．It is proved to have the strongest UV-reflecting effect. |
| D．It is an accidental choice instead of an intentional one. |
| A．They are inspired by nature. | B．They are adjustable with time of a day. |
| C．They are equipped with water spray. | D．They are made of reflective material. |
8 . Expat Private Bike Tour
This 2.5-hour tour is the perfect introduction to Amsterdam! It is not hard to fall in love with this city and its romantic canals (运河), but it does require some guidelines on how to understand the Dutch way of living. During this 2.5-hour bike ride we will show the following highlights, combining them with the rich history of Amsterdam and practical everyday tips. During this private tour we will not only show you the beauty of the city, the wonderful parks, the cute coffee places, and the attraction of the city when driving over the UNESCO Canal Belt, but also where to get your fresh fruit, and where to find the perfect place for networking!
This tour is the thing to book, if you are a company working with foreigners, and aiming to offer your newcomers a warm welcome and as much information as possible on their new work and life environment in Amsterdam. Also, being a couple of friends, arriving new in this city, this tour gives you the advice that will persuade you to stay!
Tour highlights:
●Local markets to get fresh fruit and vegetables
●Fancy places to go networking
●Beautiful parks to enjoy your free time
●Tasting typical Dutch bites
●Flower market
Duration:
2.5 hours of biking with some stops in the middle
Availability (有效性):
Every day at 11:30 am
Pricing:
1—7 persons, 240 euro fixed price
8 or more, 35 euro per person
1. Why should a company working with foreigners book the tour?| A．To do some exercise. | B．To welcome newcomers. |
| C．To make more friends. | D．To create new work environment. |
| A．Visit art museums. | B．Do creative things. |
| C．Taste local food. | D．Experience farm work. |
| A．€35. | B．€40. | C．€210. | D．€240. |
9 . Noteworthy Theme Parks
Peppa Pig Theme Park, the US
The world’s first Peppa Pig Theme Park opened in February 2022 in Florida.
Devoted to the classic British animated TV show, the park welcomes guests with well-designed activities. The Daddy Pig ride takes families on a windy road in the show’s red car. They can also enjoy a dinosaur ride, and play games at the Fairground.
Tickets from $34.
Columbia Pictures Aquaverse, Thailand
Thailand’s Columbia Pictures Aquaverse opened in October 2022.
The movie-themed water park features rides and experiences inspired by popular films like Zombieland. In addition to the rides, the park hosts performances at its Mega Wave Pool, where guests can hang out in the pool while enjoying movie screenings and pop concerts.
Tickets from $41.
Katmandu Park, Dominican Republic
Opened in March 2023, the park is full of mystery (奥秘).
The 4D dark ride is brought to life by lighting and projection effects. Another key attraction is EtherQuest, an interactive walk-through experience. Aside from the rides, guests can also check out a sky-high ropes course, and climbing walls for younger adventurers.
Tickets from $120 for adults: $85 for children for a one-use pass.
Legoland Korea Resort, South Korea
Opened in May 2022, the park is designed for 2- to 12-year-olds.
This playful wonderland is devoted to all things of Lego, with more than 40 rides and attractions across seven thematic zones. Guests can get on family-friendly rides, visit Legoland Lookout for great park views, and get hands-on experience with creative workshops.
Tickets from $38 for adults; $30 for children.
1. Which of the four theme parks started the earliest?| A．Katmandu Park. | B．Peppa Pig Theme Park. |
| C．Legoland Korea Resort. | D．Columbia Pictures Aquaverse. |
| A．Go to the Fairground. | B．Try the 4D dark ride. |
| C．Attend a pop concert. | D．Experience a workshop. |
| A．$106. | B．$123. | C．$205. | D．$240. |
10 . Some of the best road trips are unplanned. You simply grab a few items, jump in a car and set off. However, this approach involves some risk.
Planning a road trip can be almost as fun as the trip itself. Some well-designed travel guides may be of great help.
Once you’ve figured out your plan roughly, fill in the details, and bear in mind that maps and satellite navigation systems are not always up to date.
Booking accommodation and having backup plans can make or break a trip, especially if you want to visit some remote byways with limited accommodation opportunities.
| A．You may end up in a boring part of town. |
| B．You can find this information online. |
| C．When planning your route, consider what kinds of roads to take. |
| D．Also, be sure to investigate fuel availability where you’re headed. |
| E．It’s good to take an emergency phone with you. |
| F．Research as much as possible and cross-reference your sources. |
| G．A quick look through them can fuel your inspiration. |
