2 . Journey Back in Time with Scholars

Classical Provence(13days)
Journey through the beautiful countryside of Provence，France，with Prof. Ori Z. Soltes. We will visit some of the best-preserved Roman monuments in the world. Our tour also includes a chance to walk in the footsteps of Van Gogh and Gauguin. Fields of flowers, tile-roofed(瓦屋顶)villages and tasty meals enrich this wonderful experience.
Southern Spain(15days)
Spain has lovely white towns and the scent(芳香)of oranges，but it is also a treasury of ancient remains including the cities left by the Greeks，Romans and Arabs. As we travel south from Madrid with Prof. Ronald Messier to historic Toledo，Roman Merida and into Andalucia, we explore historical monuments and architecture.
China’s Sacred Landscapes(21days)
Discover the China of “past ages,” its walled cities，temples and mountain scenery with Prof.   Robert Thorp. Highlights(精彩之处)include China’s most sacred peaks at Mount Tai and Hangzbou’s rolling hills，waterways and peaceful temples. We will wander in traditional small towns and end our tour with an exceptional museum in Shanghai.
Tunisia(17days)
Join Prof. Pedar Foss on our in-depth Tunisian tour. Tour highlights include the Roman city of Dougga，the underground Numidian capital at Bulla Regia, Roman Sbeitla and the remote areas around Tataouine and Matmata，uique for underground cities. Our journey takes us to picturesque Berber villages and lovely beaches.
1. What can visitors see in both Classical Provence and Southern Spain？

A．Historical monuments.	B．Fields of flowers.
C．Van Gogh’s paintings.	D．Greek buildings.

2. Which country is Prof. Thorp most knowledgeable about？

A．France.

B．Spain.

C．China.

D．Tunisia.

3. Which of the following highlight the Tunisian tour？

A．White towns.

B．Underground cities.

C．Tile-roofed villages.

D．Rolling hills.

3 . Walking the Great Wall of China can be as ambitious as tackling the entire 1，800 miles from the Gobi Desert to the Yellow Sea or spending a morning or afternoon climbing a section with a tour group.       1     Read about the history of the Great Wall's construction so you can appreciate those many uneven steps.

Book a half-day tour right from your Beijing hotel. Bring a bottle of water and a light bag， a hat，sunglasses and sunscreen   and，of course， your camera. Obtain necessary government permits for a more ambitious independent hike.       2     Pack your equipment for a walk along all or a large section of the Great Wall and then try to reduce its weight.       3     Get good maps and study recent trip diaries and guides. Break in your climbing shoes and don't forget to put lots of bandages and sun cream in the first-aid kit.

Decide whether you will begin in the Gobi Desert or at the Yellow Sea.   Desert travel is tiring and slow-going.            4     Create a plan and file it with a friend you will contact at regular intervals. This is an essential safety step for an isolated， dangerous trip.

    5     The trip is as much about absorbing cultures as walking the Great Wall.   Villagers may offer you meals and lodging.   In remote areas this can be a time saver. Travel with a friend if possible;learn some basic Chinese before you go and engage pleasantly but carefully with local people in the less-developed regions.

A．Accept local kindness but exercise caution.

B．You can also bring nothing with you.

C．Consult a good camping supply store for the lightest equipment.

D．The heat is fierce so plan walks for early morning and late afternoon.

E．You will connect with Chinese history and culture and test your own limits.

F．Both approaches demand some physical fitness，the right shoes and preparation. '

G．Start that process months in advance of travel to ensure your trip won't be delayed.

4 .

Playa La Audiencia，Manzanillo Playa La Audiencia is one of the most popular beaches in Manzanillo for families and one of the best beach spots along Mexico’s Pacific coast. Playa La Audiencia is a stunning little beach with a golden shoreline which overlooks the bay and offers great conditions for swimming，diving，and other cool water sports such as jet­skiing and kayaking. If you are a diving enthusiast，you’ll definitely love spending time in Playa La Audiencia since its waters are shallow，calm and filled with rocks covered with corals.

Playa Brujas，Mazatlan Playa Brujas is probably one of the best surfing spots in Mazatlan. Playa Brujas is located 20 minutes’ drive from the heart of Mazatlan and it’s a popular spot among local surfers. If you are a surfer looking to hit some waves along the west coast of Mexico，you’ll find Playa Brujas a very good spot to visit since Brujas possesses satisfactory waves all year round.

North Beach，Isla Mujeres North Beach is one of the nicest beaches in Isla Mujeres and it is one of Mexico’s finest beaches in the Yucatan Peninsula. North Beach boasts a nice stretch of beach with white­powdery sand，warm turquoise waters and great diving spots. The best bit about North Beach besides its private location is that the beach is just minutes away by boat from Cancun，so you’re never too far from Cancun’s tourist attractions such as Wet’n Wild Water Park and Xplor Eco Park，where you can enjoy caving adventures and zip­line rides.

Xpu Ha Beach Xpu Ha Beach is located roughly between Tulum and Playa del Carmen and it is a nice spot for relaxing under the sun，walking and horseback riding. Xpu Ha is located along the stunning Riviera Maya and unlike other beaches along the Mexican Riviera，Xpu Ha Beach boasts a subtle beach club atmosphere. Xpu Ha Beach isn’t as busy as Mamita’s beach club but it still possesses cool beach clubs，a rental shop and a hotel.

1. If someone has appreciation for caving adventures, he or she should go to ________.

A．North Beach

B．Xpu Ha Beach

C．Wet’n Wild Water Park

D．Playa Brujas

2. One of the similarities that the four beaches share is that ________.

A．tourists can have some sports

B．they have clubs

C．the waters are shallow

D．they have satisfactory wave

5 . 2015 is a great time for more creative China tours to be made. Shanghai Disney opens more high-speed rail options. Insisting on high-quality services, we are proud to present our ever best-selling China tour packages, tour themes and the next popular destinations. Check out the optional activities and information making our Smart Travelers’ trips outstanding.
China highlights most popular private tour. Our private guide, driver and car are available all times. You take the trip, we take the stress.
Day 1-2 In Beijing
Take a break on your arrival. Enjoy local people’s morning exercise at the Temple of Heaven before visiting the Great Wall, and then have a lifetime experience of visiting the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall on Day 2.
Day 3-4 In Xi’an
Still in Beijing in the daytime of Day 3. Visit the Forbidden City and the Tian’anmen Square to feel royal life in ancient China. After that pay a visit to hutongs which give full flavor of authentic experience. Catch a flight at night to Xi’an. Private guide and driver escort(护送) you to visit the highlights of Xi’an on Day 4.
Day 5-7 In Guilin/Yangshuo
Continue to see Xi’an and have more interacts with the local. Visiting a family in Xi’an and learning how to make different shapes of dumplings give you an unforgettable time. Take a plane at night and arrive at Guilin on Day 5. Get on board to enjoy essence of Guilin, the Li River cruise to Yangshuo. Cycle to villages and meet friendly local people and learn more about Chinese agriculture.
Day 8-10 In Shanghai
Private transfer from Yangshuo to Guilin airport. Shanghai guide and driver are waiting for you with smiling faces. Highlights of the city on Day 9 show you the future of China as the end of the trip. You have free time on the last day before taking an international flight.
Just let us know your travel style! We will then adapt this tour and create a unique quote(报价) based on your individual needs. For more information, please click here: http://www.chinahighlights.com/tour/.
1. If a tourist is interested in Chinese food, which place will impress him/her most?

A．Beijing.	B．Xi’an.
C．Shanghai.	D．Guilin.

2. What’s the author’s intention to write the passage?

A．To advertise some beautiful places in China.

B．To introduce some wonderful local food for tourists.

C．To show tourists some interesting activities in China.

D．To introduce a best-selling China tour package to foreign tourists.

3. Where can you find this passage?

A．On the Internet.	B．On a poster.
C．In the newspaper.	D．On TV

6 .

Chinese tourists prefer hotels and restaurants that offer free Wi-Fi when traveling abroad. Most Chinese tourists instantly update their social networks using their mobile phones. They send photos and short videos to friends and family when traveling abroad.

About 10 percent of outbound (出境的) Chinese tourists get expensive marring charges (漫游费) by using 3G-powered smart phones. About 90 percent of Chinese travelers consider Wi-Fi indispensable when traveling abroad. They often use phone apps to create travel routes and book hotels, which requires large data flows that can be expensive without Wi-Fi.

But free Wi-Fi is not always available, even in regions with advanced telecnrnmunications, such as the United States and Europe. Portable Wi-Fi costs 15 -50 yuan a day, depending on the country. It’s cheaper in South Korea, Japan and Thailand. The Wi-Fi services increase rapidly thanks to reasonable pricing and smooth surfing.

Thus, a growing number of travel agencies begin to offer increasingly diverse Wi-Fi services. A travel website Ctrip leases Wi-Fi transmitters that offer unlimited data for about 20 yuan a day on average in more than 100 countries. It plans to make mobile Wi-Fi an important part of its business model. Another travel website Tumiu also launched a Wi-Fi phone service in 2013. More than 100, 000 people used the service in 2014.

More than 100 million Chinese went abroad last year, and the 10 percent who used Wi-Fi services spent an average of 150 youn, and it’s expected to grow largely. But the business may become out of date in five to eight years, for more locations am offering free Wi-Fi. In the meantime, it is reported that more for-profit models should be introduced and offer more services for outbound travelers in the future.

1. Why do Chinese travelers prefer hotels and restaurants with free Wi-Fi when traveling abroad?

A．They want to have their phones updated.

B．They are fond of using phone apps to create their travel routes.

C．They prefer to experience the Wi-Fi service in different countries.

D．They’d like to share what they have seen with their friends and family.

2. What does the underlined word “indispensable” mean in Paragraph 2?

A．Necessary.	B．Useless.
C．Expensive.	D．Amazing.

3. What can be inferred from the passage？

A．Travel websites will stop offering free Wi-Fi services to travelers.

B．Travel website Tuniu intended to compete with Ctrip and launched its Wi-Fi phone service.

C．The portable Wi-Fi costs less when traveling in some Asian countries than in European countries.

D．The demand for Wi-Fi transmitters is growing in pace with 3G-smartphones.

7 . 阅读理解。

Spoiled for choice? That's likely how you'll feel after a mere day in Athens. The secret is in not trying to do everything. Instead, take in a couple of the tourist highlights and then get a feel for this attractive capital.

An ancient sight

The Acropolis (卫城) always comes out at the top of the list of things to see in Athens. The most famous of the western world's ancient sights continue to impress tourists as they climb the marble steps and stand before the graceful Parthenon. Views from up here are amazing.

A slow wander

Plaka is the city's oldest neighborhood, resting on the slopes of the Acropolis with cafs and fascinating architecture. The streets are perfect for getting lost in, giving wanderers the chance to discover cafs and bars where they can down some strong coffee among locals. Plaka is at its best in the early evening. Acropolis House Pension is a preserved 19th­century house that gives guests a glimpse into a Greek home.

A market scene

Varvakios Agora is Athens' central market. Locals come here to shop and look for everything needed in a Greek kitchen — from olive oil to meat. This is a look at local life as well as a window into Greek cuisine. The meat market is also home to some of the city's best pubs, feeding traditional food to crowds of customers from all walks of society.

A splash of nightlife

Athenian nights are filled with music, dancing and dining. Perivoli Tou Ouranou is a club with a strong atmosphere. Filled with the sounds of violins and guitars pelting out traditional blues­like music, it's sad but also beautiful and lively.

1. Which of the following is the best time to visit Plaka?

A．8:00.

B．12:00.

C．18:00.

D．22:00.

2. Varvakios Agora seems more attractive to a foreigner who ________.

A．wants to try cooking Athenian food	B．is interested in the history of Athens
C．likes taking photos of ancient buildings	D．hopes to buy some souvenirs for his friends

3. If you want to get a feel for traditional Greek music, you can go to ________.

A．Parthenon	B．Plaka
C．Varvakios Agora	D．Perivoli Tou Ouranou

8 . Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is a hotspot travel destination, and it’s easy to see its beautiful beaches and busy city life.

Why it’s a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there. As an English-speaking country, you won’t be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!

Thailand

Thailand is great for solo travelers — perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.

Why it’s a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hotspot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. Well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. A good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party- central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical (热带的) jungle.

Hong Kong, China

Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of “Zen Moments”, such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.

Why it’s a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you’re not well traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.

Bali, Indonesia

Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendid visual culture has made Bali number one tourist attraction.

Why it’s so great: you won’t be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you’re sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat (静修). The Sacred Monkey Foresting Ubud is fantastic 一 if you like monkeys, anyway.

1. What do the four places have in common according to the text?

A．They’re cheap to travel around.	B．They’re great for solo travelers.
C．They offer good spas and yoga.	D．There’re no language barriers.

2. Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?

A．Melbourne, Australia.	B．Thailand.
C．Hong Kong, China.	D．Bali, Indonesia.

3. What has made Bali No.1 tourist attraction?

A．Yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches.

B．Friendly people and splendid visual culture.

C．Meeting some amazing characters along the way.

D．Fantastic monkeys in the Sacred Monkey Forest.

4. What type of writing is this text?

A．A travel journal.	B．A business report.
C．A travel guide.	D．A press advertisement.

9 . 阅读理解。
Where should an adventurous tourist go? After you've done sightseeing in London, shopping in New York, tasted the local food in Paris, and danced to your heart's content at the Brazilian Carnival, where else can you go? What exotic (异国风情的) tourist destination awaits you?

Well, Antarctica sounds like the holiday of a lifetime! It's considered the last great wilderness on Earth. Just a few scientists in research stations share the icy landscape with penguins and other animals which can cope with the low temperatures.
Tourism began in Antarctica in the 1950s and it's still a small scale. About 37,000 tourists are expected there this season, but many won't even leave the boat.
The BBC's Juliet Rix visited the frozen continent and asked herself if she should be there at all, causing potential problems to such a sensitive environment. Her tour guide admitted that all visitors leave footprints and they all go to the same place, the accessible coastline, which is also where the penguins and seals go to breed.
But some people believe that if carefully controlled, tourism can be good for Antarctica. It has no native population and it needs advocates. Visitors to the icy continent might be ready to support and even to fund its preservation. And they're likely to engage in the discussion about global warming, which has led to the melting of glaciers.
According to Rix, guidelines are followed when you're about to set foot in Antarctica and tourists have to disinfect (为……消毒) their boots to make sure no alien species are introduced.
And once on land, there's no eating or smoking. Rocks, bone fragments — nothing should be taken as a souvenir and nothing should be left behind. Tourists fortunate enough to visit Antarctica must be aware that this is not their home and keep their fingers crossed that future generations will also be able to enjoy such breathtaking views.
1. According to the second paragraph, we can learn that ________.

A．Antarctica has become the best place for people to travel

B．only scientists can be allowed to go to Antarctica

C．Antarctica is less affected by human activities

D．no animals can survive in Antarctica except penguins

2. Juliet Rix's travel in Antarctica mentioned in the fourth paragraph indicates that ________.

A．governments should take measures to stop tourists from going to Antarctica

B．whether tourists should go to Antarctica or not should be considered carefully

C．the animals' habitat in Antarctica has been seriously affected by tourism

D．only journalists begin to pay attention to the environmental protection in Antarctica

3. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to Rix?

A．Tourists can eat and smoke in Antarctica.

B．Tourists can take something they like from Antarctica.

C．Tourists can throw away something they don't need in Antarctica.

D．Tourists can enjoy the beautiful scenery in Antarctica.

4. Which of the following is the best title of this passage?

A．Why can't tourists go to Antarctica?

B．How can tourists go to Antarctica?

C．Should tourists go to Antarctica?

D．Are tourists allowed to go to Antarctica?