1 . When you are arranging to travel alone, you may have a million questions: Where should you go? Will there be someone to talk to? How do you stay safe? And is it all right to travel alone? In fact, traveling alone is not as frightening as it seems.
Choose a place where you feel comfortable and safe
Honestly speaking, traveling alone for the first time is more about the experience than the destination. So make sure to choose a place that you feel comfortable with.
Make a plan
Always make a plan. That way you’ll avoid worrying too much over where you're staying, what to see and how you're getting from A to B.
Book hotels ahead of time
When you’re traveling alone for the first time, booking hotels ahead of time is extremely necessary.
If you’re going to a touristy place like Thailand, there are lots of other people who are traveling alone. Most likely, they’ll be easy to talk to and they’ll want to communicate. They might also ask you to join them for dinner or a beer. That happens a lot.
Let someone know where you are
Your family and friends love you and probably worry about you every day. What if you are travelling alone for a long time without keeping in touch with them?
| A．Talk to people |
| B．Ask people for help. |
| C．Here are some good tips. |
| D．It could be somewhere close to home. |
| E．The first thing you need to do is believe in yourself. |
| F．Scheduled accommodations can make you less nervous. |
| G．So text them and let them know what you’re up to throughout your trip. |
2 . On October 27,2020, my friend and I boarded the first flight of our journey from Vancouver Island, to Peru, South America.
Twenty-four hours and four airports later we landed in Cusco, Peru, a city of one million people. Coming from Vancouver Island with only 100 feet above sea level, we knew that we were now at a much higher altitude (海拔) — over 11,000 feet — and needed time to get used to the scarcer oxygen (缺氧) levels! We followed the advice of other travellers and the locals: drink lots of coca leaf tea and rest for a couple of hours before any activity.
We were soon hiking through the ruins (遗迹) and surrounding ancient castles of Cusco. Leaving Cusco the next day, we stopped at the Moray Ruins, which were used for farming by the Incas. Their size and unique design should be considered a lesson in historical engineering skills. This Inca site is one of the least known tourist destinations, but it’s one of the most interesting places to visit.
Arriving in the beautiful Sacred Valley, we stayed at Willka T’ika for the next week. This place is wonderful. We enjoyed delicious vegetarian meals, all made with local produce by loving Quechua people.
You can’t go to Peru without visiting historic Machu Picchu. The “road”up to the ruins is made up of an endless series of switchbacks (急转弯), resulting in cold sweats. It was worth the ride, though.
It was too soon before we were leaving Peru. We learned the unique history of Inca, Quechua culture, and the farming methods still widely practiced. The best thing we took away returning home to Vancouver Island was how simple and caring the people are and how deeply they love the earth and everyone they meet.
1. Why did the author drink lots of coca leaf tea?| A．To have a good rest. | B．To follow the local custom. |
| C．To feel better at a greater height. | D．To avoid getting thirsty on the way. |
| A．They’re known to most travel lovers. | B．They’re not as interesting as expected. |
| C．They’re no longer suitable for farming. | D．They’re an example of creative engineering. |
| A．Safe but tiring. | B．Risky but worthwhile. |
| C．Pleasant and interesting. | D．Comfortable and wonderful. |
| A．It encourages him to be more caring. |
| B．It helps him understand his own culture. |
| C．It teaches him to accept all the differences. |
| D．It allows him to experience modern farming. |
3 . The West Potomac Park in Washington, DC, lies just west of the National Mall. It is home to some of Washington’s most iconic (标志性) sites. But the park’s most famous attraction? Cherry blossoms.
Thousands of cherry trees bloom around the waters of the Tidal Basin (潮汐湖), which reflect the trees’ images. The basin was created in the late1800s to prevent the Potomac River from flooding. The original cherry trees were a gift from Japan. On March 26, 1912, more than 3, 000 cherry trees arrived in Washington. Most were planted around the Tidal Basin. But cherry trees were also planted near the Washington Monument and the White House.
Mike Litterst, a spokesperson for the U. S. National Park Service, which maintains the West Potomac Park, helps protect the cherry trees. “This wonderful gift is over 100 years old now and, if you will, the gift keeps on giving. You can enjoy its beauty every year”.
The cherry blossoms also serve as a symbol of the beginning of springtime. Every year, Washington celebrates the arrival of spring with a two - week Cherry Blossom Festival. More than 1.5 million people from around the world visit the nation’s capital during the festival. They all hope to see the cherry trees at their “peak (高峰) bloom”,which lasts several days each year. Experts begin making peak bloom predictions in February. Visitors make their travel plans to Washington based on these predictions. Last year, officials correctly predicted the peak bloom six weeks in advance. But this year, unpredictable weather in March in Washington has made guessing it difficult. “Peak bloom” dates have changed many times.
The cherry blossoms have also become a worldwide symbol of Washington itself. BoWen moved to Washington from China seven years ago. He comes to the Cherry Blossom Festival. “It’s so famous. Everywhere you can see Washington DC Cherry Blossom Festival, on like Twitter and Instagram.”
1. What do we learn about the West Potomac Park?| A．It is just next to the Tidal Basin. | B．There are some iconic sites around it. |
| C．It includes a man - made body of water. | D．All the cherry trees from Japan were there. |
| A．The old cherry trees are still in blossom. | B．Visitors can pick the flowers if they like. |
| C．Japan is still giving them the cherry trees. | D．Visitors want to have the cherry trees as a gift. |
| A．It usually lasts one week. | B．Its time is not the same every year. |
| C．It is held when cherry trees start to bloom. | D．Its celebration is held all over the country. |
| A．It can be enjoyed just online. | B．It is liked by the Chinese very much. |
| C．It is one of the most important ones. | D．It is widely known all over the world. |
4 . Budapest Named Europe’s Best Travel Destination
Budapest (布达佩斯) has been named as the best travel destination in Europe website European Best Destinations (EBD).
Amazing properties
The website claims that city is amazing with a rich architectural and historical heritage. It offers an incomparable combination of culture, delicious food and the advantages of hot springs and world heritage sights.
Elegant destination
The website also states that the city known as the Pearl of the Danube (多瑙河明珠) is not only the best European destination, but also one of the most beautiful and safest cities in the world. Budapest offers the elegance of Paris, the architectural heritage of Vienna, the charm of Porto, and Stockholm’s gentle way of life.
High voting support rate
The Hungarian capital received a total of 62, 128 votes in the website’s poll, and was the only city to gain huge international support, with 77 per cent of votes from outside Hungary — the United Kingdom, the United States, Germany, France, Austria and Italy.
Stand high in popular favor
“Should you be reelected in the autumn, further developments and projects will be possible for Budapest to attract even more investors and visitors,” said Lejeune, head of EBD, in a letter to Budapest’s Mayor (市长) István Tarlós.
Budapest made its debut (首次亮相) in the 2018 edition of the awards and immediately won eighth place ahead of Lisbon, Paris, Amsterdam, Prague, Vienna, Barcelona and London.
1. What has made Budapest the website European Best Destination?| A．The mouth - watering foreign food. |
| B．The unmatched diversity of cultural elements. |
| C．The charming architectural heritage of Vienna. |
| D．The worldwide fame of the most beautiful city. |
| A．By listing data. | B．By voting online. |
| C．By stressing its position. | D．By comparing with other cities. |
| A．The mayor election is usually held every fall. |
| B．Budapest has become the most developed city. |
| C．More investors and visitors will settle in Budapest. |
| D．The newly - elected mayor will speed up its development. |
5 . Choose the best one!
Are you planning to travel to Groningen? So University Hotel is the right hotel choice for you to stay in! You won’t be disappointed if you stay here. The following are the details of the hotel.
| Features 24-hour front desk Express checkout Check-in time: 3:00 PM Check-out time: 11:00 AM | Area attractions University of Groningen-International study center of Holland with learners and researchers all around the world Martins Church(Martinikerk)—The oldest Groninger Museum—Art& Culture Centre |
| Amenities(便利设施) *Room service/Laundry *No breakfast is offered，but there are a lot of restaurants available nearby *McDonald’s outlet *All rooms come with a private bathroom *All rooms include a TV set，an air conditioner，and a refrigerator *Royal suite includes a sitting room &a bed room *Junior suite includes a sitting room &a bed room *Double room includes twin beds *Wi-Fi is available *Parking is available around the hotel | Prices Single room(without a veranda(阳台))：$40.00 Single room(with a veranda)：$45.00 Double room(without a veranda)：$45.00+$15 extra persons Double room(with a veranda)-seaview：$50.00+$15 extra persons Junior suite(without a veranda)：$55.00+$15 extra persons Royal suite A-panoramic(全景的)sea view：$60.00+$15 extra persons Royal suite B-panoramic sea view：$70.00+$15 extra persons All rates are taxes& services included |
| Contact information Tel:+961-1-365390/1/2 Fax:+961-1-365392 Email: in fo@university-hotel. net | |
| A．At any time. | B．Before 11: 00 am. | C．After 12:00 pm. | D．Before 3:00 pm. |
| A．135. | B．145. | C．155. | D．165. |
| A．Junior suite with a veranda. | B．Double room with a veranda. |
| C．Royal suite A and Royal suite B. | D．Single room without a veranda. |
6 . Hyde Park, one of London’s best parks, spreads itself over about 350 acres of neat gardens, vast wilderness overgrown with grass and splendid trees. As well as being a fantastic green space in the middle of the city, it’s home to a handful of appealing sights, and hosts live concerts and events throughout the year.
Hyde Park was created for hunting by Henry VII, who obtained it from the church in 1536. It was enclosed as a deer park and remained a private royal(皇家)hunting ground until James I permitted limited access to the upper-class people. In 1637, Charles I opened the park to the general public.
The eastern half of the park is covered with vast lawns(草地), which become superb picnic areas on sunny days. The western half remains in a wild state, with plenty of trees and areas of wild grass. If you’re after somewhere more colorful, head to the Rose Garden, a beautifully landscaped area with flowers year-round. You won’t want to miss the Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fountain either.
In the northeast part of the park, you’ll find Speakers’ Corner, where speakers step up to give speeches, discussions and debates on various topics. This is an interesting and unusual place to visit, where you can see people gather to listen, applaud or laugh at different speakers. Speakers’ Corner became famous during the Second World War. Nowadays, it is possible to speak public-ally on any topic, as long as the police consider it lawful.
Since 2007, Hyde Park has played host to the annual Winter Wonderland event, which features numerous Christmas-themed markets, along with various rides and attractions, bars and restaurants. It has expanded to include the largest ice rink(溜冰场)in London and live entertainment, and has become one of the largest Christmas events in Europe, having attracted millions of visitors.
1. Who opened the Hyde Park to the general public?| A．Henry Ⅶ | B．James I | C．Charles I | D．Charles Ⅱ |
| A．To memorize the beautiful princess. | B．To introduce a related appealing site. |
| C．To emphasize a relevant court event. | D．To reflect the extraordinary landscape. |
| A．By examples. | B．By comparisons. |
| C．By data and lists. | D．By time and space. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A novel collection. |
| C．A geography Textbook. | D．A scientific magazine. |
7 . Four Amusement Parks Near Toronto
Canada’s Wonderland
It’s always exciting to find out the new experiences Canada’s largest amusement park will uncover. Visitors of all ages and interests are treated to endless adventures filled with wonder and excitement. From family-friendly rides to extremely exciting coasters, Canada’s Wonder-land has plenty of attractions for all levels of adventure.
Centreville Amusement Park
Families with young children will enjoy a variety of kid friendly things to do at Centreville Amusement Park. It’s only a short ferry (渡船) ride across Toronto’s harbour to Centre Island’s Amusement Park. Nearby the park are beaches, trails and a small petting farm. You can also play mini-golf here.
Fantasy Fair
Etobicoke’s Woodbine Mall is the home of Ontario’s largest indoor amusement park, where the midway attractions of games and rides are just steps away from shopping. Take a plane ride on the midway or hop aboard the ferris wheel (摩天轮). There are many activities and rides designed for small children. The large displays of dinosaurs will appeal to the younger kids and much more in this large indoor amusement park.
Adventure Village
Located in Hamilton’s Confederation Park, Adventure Village is a great open space to consume your energy. The one-hectare property features waterfalls, fish ponds and many fun activities for all ages. Kids will enjoy learning new skills. No need to worry about getting hungry. Big Al’s Cook House has you covered with a variety of selections on the menu.
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1. What can we know about Centreville Amusement Park?| A．It provides mini golf. |
| B．It is an indoor amusement park. |
| C．It is Canada’s largest amusement park. |
| D．It is part of Centre Island’s Amusement Park. |
| A．Canada’s Wonderland. | B．Centreville Amusement Park. |
| C．Fantasy Fair. | D．Adventure Village. |
| A．On a website. | B．In a novel. |
| C．In a magazine. | D．In a brochure. |
8 . The world is so wonderful. There is always something kept in mystery, constantly catching our eyes. Curious, want to break the mystery or explore the truth? Whatever you think, this album will satisfy your curiosity and take you out.
Singapore
Chewing gum is banned in Singapore. Singapore has the world’s highest percentage of millionaires, with 1 out of every 6 households having at least US$1, 0000 in disposable (可支配) wealth. If you’re caught failing to flush (冲) a public toilet after using it in Singapore, there’s a fine of around US$150. Singapore is the only modern country to gain independence from Malaysia against its own will.
Indonesia
Indonesia is home to the world’s largest Islamic population. Indonesia is the world’s largest island country, with more than 13, 000 islands. There’s a volcano in Indonesia blowing off blue flames.
India
It’s illegal to take India’s currency, the rupee, out of India. Bollywood is the world’s largest film industry, followed by Nigeria’s Nollywood and Hollywood. The Taj Mahal’s white marble is gradually turning yellow due to high levels of air pollution.
Thailand
Thailand is a constitutional monarchy (君主), much like the UK. A Queen of Thailand drowned in 1880 as her subjects looked on, because they were forbidden to touch her. Red Bull was created in Thailand in 1976 as an energy drink for truck drivers. Around 90% of Thai people are Buddhists.
1. What is forbidden in Singapore?| A．Drinking wines. | B．Chewing gum. |
| C．Flushing a public toilet. | D．Taking foreign currency. |
| A．They are all Asian Countries. |
| B．They are all constitutional monarchy. |
| C．They are among the wealthiest countries. |
| D．They are all concerned about the environment. |
| A．A News Report. | B．A Science Magazine. |
| C．A Travel Journal. | D．A Geography Textbook. |
9 . Reach for the stars at the Euro Space Center.
Find out everything you need to know about space —from the origins of the universe (宇宙) to the possible future space exploration. Lighting, sound and special effects help to bring your space journey to life. Throughout your tour, our specially-trained guides will answer your questions and provide you with any information you require.
Begin your tour with our exhibition about the planets, and then move on to the Space Laboratory to see some of the experiments carried out in space. Visit our international space station, where you can climb into our full-size space shuttle (太空船) model and experience life on board as an astronaut.
You will know all about space by now and to help you further, our Space Center astronauts will tell you about how young people train as astronauts in our own training school. Finally, you can watch our amazing space shows in our IMAX cinema, which will help you understand everything you have learned during your visit better.
Outside we have an outdoor exhibition including a giant solar system, full-size rocket models and outdoor games. Don't worry if it rains —much of this is under cover.
After that, why not visit our restaurant Resto Space for food and drink on a space theme? And don't forget our Space Shop, offering you a huge range of gifts to take home.
The Euro Space Center is open every day except Mondays. Opening times are 10 am—5 pm. For entrance fees, call our booking service at 3261-650133. You can e-mail us for up-to-date entry information at info@eurospacecenter.be.
1. What can visitors do in the space shuttle model?| A．Enjoy an outdoor exhibition. | B．Watch amazing space shows. |
| C．Learn about space experiments. | D．Know how astronauts live in space. |
| A．11 am—6 pm, Sunday. | B．10 am—3 pm, Friday. |
| C．9 am—4 pm, Thursday. | D．10 am—3 pm, Monday. |
| A．To show his love of space. |
| B．To share his space shuttle experience. |
| C．To recommend a good place to explore space. |
| D．To introduce how to conduct a space experiment. |
10 . Some Sightseeing Tours
Tour A: Bath & Stonehenge, £39
It includes entrance fees to the ancient Roman bathrooms and Stonehenge. Visit the city with over 2,000 years of history and Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Costume Museum. Stonehenge is one of the world’s most famous monuments dating back over 4,000 years.
Tour B: Oxford & Stratford, £36
It includes entrance fees to the University St Mary’s Church Tower and Anne Hathaway’s house. Oxford: It includes a guided tour of England’s oldest university city and colleges. Look over the “city of dreaming spires (尖顶)” from St Mary’s Church Tower. Stratford: It includes a guided tour exploring much of the Shakespeare wonder.
Tour C: Windsor Castle & Hampton Court, £37
It includes entrance fees to Hampton Court Palace, a guided tour of Windsor and Hampton Court, Henry Ⅷ’s favourite palace. Free time to visit Windsor Castle (entrance fees not included). With 500 years of history, Hampton Court was once the home of four kings and one queen. Now this former royal palace is open to the public as a major tourist attraction. Visit the palace and its various historic gardens, which include the famous maze (迷宫) where it is easy to get lost!
Tour D: Cambridge, £33
It includes entrance fees to the Tower of Saint Mary the Great. It also includes a guided tour of Cambridge, the famous university town, and the gardens of the 18th century.
1. Which tour is the most expensive?| A．Tour A. | B．Tour B. | C．Tour C. | D．Tour D. |
| A．They include a free tour of a church. |
| B．They offer a chance to visit some gardens. |
| C．They include a guided tour of a university. |
| D．They encourage visitors to know Shakespeare. |
| A．Meet a king. | B．Visit a palace. | C．Build a maze. | D．Live in a castle. |
