1 . Canadian Rockies Family Multi-adventure Camping Tour
Day 1: Awesome views of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain are you to admire as you bike through Banff to Lake Minnewanka. Not ready to stop? Ride to Johnston Canyon and hike to a series of impressive waterfalls before arriving at your campsite.
Day 2: Travel around Kootenay National Park on foot. Witness a vast wildfire burnt area while keeping an eye out for the new-growth forest. Move into a hanging valley for a view of extraordinary Sianley Glacier. Hike a family-friendly route through a beautiful valley and stand in awe. of the wonderful upper and lower waterfalls.
Day 3: Keep your eye on the forest for deer, sheep and bears as you cycle to Lake Louise. Visit Moraine Lake and walk through an ice-carved valley beneath huge mountains to Consolation Lake. Kids join leaders for a special night out while adults relax at our campsite.
Day 4: Rafting on the Kicking Horse River-a good time with a taste of white-water thrills! The younger crowd teams up with a local guide for a rock-climbing lesson while grown-ups go for a classic Rockies walk to the historic Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse. Dig into a tasty lunch before returning to Banff.
Dates and Prices
Children 11 to 17 years old receive a 10% saving and children 4 to 10 years old receive a 20 % saving. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have and the lower your price will be. Arid you can always change your mind--you won’t be charged if you plan to go on another trip before your final payment is due.
July 1-4, 2022: $1, 800 per person
July 5-4, 2022: $1, 900 per person
August 1-4, 2022: $2, 000 per person
August 5-8, 2022: $2, 100 per person
1. What will tourists do on the second day of the tour?| A．Set up camp at Johnston Canyon. |
| B．Witness a vast wildfire in person. |
| C．Explore Kootenay National Park. |
| D．Walk through an ice-carved valley. |
| A．Day 1. | B．Day 2. | C．Day 3. | D．Day 4. |
| A．$1, 600. | B．$1, 800. | C．$2, 000. | D．$2, 100 |
2 . Whichever region you decide to explore in Spain, you’ll find a beautiful beach. There people from all walks of life can have many adventures.
Cala Algaiarens, Menorca
With soft golden sand and clear water, this beach is perfect for snorkeling (潜泳) and exploring underwater caves. It is not a public beach, so tourists have to pay an entrance fee. Sometimes, the waves can be huge, so it isn’t a good choice for kids.
Cala Tarida, Ibiza
It is a good place for you to spend a sunny day if you are in Ibiza. It is also a perfect spot for couples who want to escape the crowd. You can also take part in big music festivals here. Besides, you can just relax on the white sand or go snorkeling in the clear water.
La Concha Beach, San Sebastián
It has been called the best beach not just in Spain, but also in Europe. As it is a beach located in the very middle of the city, it could be somewhat difficult to get there by car. Even though the beach is a 10-minute walk from the city, the white sand and the amazing clear water do a great job of reinventing it as a new world.
Sotavento, Canary Islands
It offers 17 miles of white sandy beach. It is one of the most beautiful locations on the coast of Fuerteventura, the second-largest island of the Canary Islands. The special part of the beach is its strong wind, so it is a perfect place for kite flyers. The beach also hosts the popular World Kite Surf Championship every August.
1. Why aren’t kids advised to visit Cala Algaiarens?| A．Because there are lots of rocks. |
| B．Because it is not a public beach. |
| C．Because there are many underwater caves. |
| D．Because the waves there can be dangerous sometimes. |
| A．Cala Algaiarens. | B．Cala Tarida. | C．La Concha Beach. | D．Sotavento. |
| A．To introduce four beaches in Spain. |
| B．To compare the beaches in Spain. |
| C．To advertise for a travel agency in Spain. |
| D．To introduce some places of historical interest in Spain. |
3 . Traveling to the great national parks in America is a great experience and it is a wonderful opportunity to see some of the great sights in the country.
No matter which park you plan on visiting you will need to do some advance planning to make your trip easier once you arrive.
Travel can be fairly expensive, you can save money by camping, but you still have the cost of campsite fees, as well as, gas and supplies.
The most important part of traveling is to have fun!
| A．They are bound to bring you great pleasure. |
| B．Visiting some of these parks takes a little planning. |
| C．Be sure to research any seasonal closures ahead of time. |
| D．While planning your travel, keep an eye out for early bird specials. |
| E．Certain national parks get very crowded during the peak season. |
| F．Many parks have areas that are closed during certain seasons, especially winter. |
| G．Make sure that you find activities that you enjoy and explore the places that you want to see. |
4 . ALL NEW!
REPTILE PETTING ZOO
at the Oak Park Nature Center
Kids! Are you tired of Mom or Dad dragging you to the same old petting zoos where (if you’re lucky) you might get to touch a little rabbit or goat?
Mom or Dad! Are you tired of hearing your kids complain about how animals in the same old petting zoos are boring?
Consider This:
The fact is that most mammals are boringly warm furry and come in a limited range of dull colors. Reptiles, on the other hand, are cold-blooded and covered with scale (鳞) of attractive colors, from bright green to bright red to dark purple-red. Some, like the chameleon can even CHANGE colors. Did you ever see a rabbit with scales and a purple tongue almost as long as its body? NO! In our zoo, you can see pet skink (小蜥蜴), snakes, bearded dragons and other attractive creatures! Learn what these reptiles eat and how they care for their babies, which ones live in the desert and which live in wetlands, which ones are meat-eaters and which are vegetarians, which ones are deadly poisonous and which are not.
So Remember:
If you’re bored with furry animals like rabbits...
Then the place for YOU is the Reptile Petting Zoo!
Bring the WHOLE family — Grandpa, Grandma, Cousin Irene, even baby Joe! There’s something for EVERYONE!
1. People might like the animals in a reptile petting zoo because they are ______.| A．warm and furry | B．frightening and dangerous |
| C．lovely and friendly | D．special and interesting |
| A．A trip to the zoo can be an educational experience. |
| B．Reptiles are quite different from mammals. |
| C．A visitor to the zoo can care for baby reptiles. |
| D．Reptiles come in a limited range of colors. |
| A．notice | B．advertisement | C．news report | D．book review |
5 . Most Famous Libraries in the World
Trinity College Library
Designed by Thomas Burgh, the library is the largest in Ireland. Construction on the Long Room, the library’s 65-meter-long main hall, began in 1712 and lasted 20 years. The original structure only had books on the lower level, but when the library’s shelves were filled in the 1850s, the ceiling was raised to accommodate even more books. Today the Long Room holds 200,000 of the library’s oldest books.
Stuttgart City Library
Opened in 2011, the German library is a splendid light-gray cube consisting of glass blocks designed by Eun Young Yi. Inside it, you’ll find an airy central room, above which sits a multi-story stepped reading room lined with bookshelves. The library towers over the nearby buildings.
Library of Parliament
Taking the form of a Victorian Gothic chapter house complete with 16 flying buttresses, the 1876 Library of Parliament is one of Canada’s prized architectural treasures — it’s on the ten-dollar bill. Architects Thomas Fuller and Chilion Jones took inspiration from the British Museum Reading Room for the structure, lining the central hall with delicate wood shelves and wood carvings.
Rampur Raza Library
Founded in the late 18th century, the Indian library is home to a massive collection of Islamic and Asian texts and objects. The pink structure that houses the collection today was built in 1904 by Nawab Hamid Ali Khan as a mansion of Indo-European style, The Rampur Raza Library was later shifted to this grand building in 1957.
1. Of the following libraries, which is the oldest?| A．Trinity College Library. | B．Library of Parliament. |
| C．Stuttgart City Library. | D．Rampur Raza Library. |
| A．Eun Young Yi. | B．Thomas Burgh. |
| C．Nawab Hamid Ali Khan. | D．Thomas Fuller and Chilion Jones. |
| A．They house the rarest books. | B．They were unusually designed. |
| C．They were expanded as needed. | D．They overlook surrounding buildings. |
6 . Three Confucius Sites
The 5A scenic spot Minggucheng, namely Ancient City in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), is famous for its three Confucius sites, namely the Confucius Temple, the Confucius Forest, and the Kong Family Mansion, which were added to UNESCO's World Natural Heritage list in December 1994. Therefore, the city in Qufu is also called Three Confucius Sites Tourist Area.
The Confucius Temple in Qufu is the largest and most famous one in China for the famous thinker, educator and founder of Confucianism. The temple was first built in the year of 478 BC, covering an area of some 327 mu (21.8 hectares), one of the top three ancient architectural complexes in China; the other two are Beijing's Palace Museum and Chengde Imperial Summer Resort in Hebei province.
The Confucius Forest is where the tombs of Confucius and many of his descendants are found. Covering an area of more than 3,000 mu and with some 100,000 graves discovered there, it is the largest, oldest and best-preserved family tomb and artificial garden. The Kong Family Mansion, located east of the Confucius Temple, is the place where descendants of Confucius live.
Opening Hours:
Confucius Temple and Confucius Forest: 8 am – 5:30 pm (entry until 5:10 pm)
Kong Family Mansion: 8 am – 6 pm (entry until 5:30 pm)
Ticket Price:
Coupon ticket for three Confucius sites: 150 yuan ($21.75)
Confucius Temple: 90 yuan
Kong Family Mansion: 60 yuan
Confucius Forest: 40 yuan
Note:
1. Bring your valid identity card to buy ticket at the ticket window.
2. Schedule your tourist route in advance.
3. Buy travel insurance.
1. What are the top three ancient architectural complexes in China?
| A．The Confucius Temple, the Confucius Forest and the Confucius Mansion. |
| B．The Confucius Temple, the Confucius Forest and the Palace Museum. |
| C．The Confucius Temple, the Palace Museum and Chengde Imperial Summer Resort. |
| D．The Confucius Forest, the Palace Museum and Chengde Imperial Summer Resort. |
| A．$150 | B．$21.75 | C．$130 | D．$190 |
| A．You should book ticket in advance. | B．You should wear warm clothing. |
| C．You should buy tourism insurance. | D．You should plan your tour budget. |
7 . Arouca Geopark in Portugal has announced that visitors are free to visit its record-setting bridge, the 516 Arouca Bridge. Though it’s quite high, it’s the length of the bridge that has set a record. It’s the world’s longest hanging bridge for walkers.
The bridge runs between two mountains in Arouca Geopark. The “516” in its name comes from the fact that it’s 516 meters. Until the 516 Arouca Bridge was completed, the longest hanging bridge for walkers was the 494-meter-long Charles Kuonen Bridge in Randa, Switzerland. To replace an older crossing that was damaged by falling rocks, it was opened to the public five years ago, as the website for what is now the world’s second longest hanging bridge says.
The 516 Arouca Bridge, started in May, 2018, is made mainly of metal. It cost $2.8 million and took two years to complete. However, it was not until one year later that the bridge was officially opened. It is a little scary to walk on. The sides and bottom of the bridge are built with a metal grid (网格) and it’s easy to see through it At its highest point, the bridge is 175 meters off the ground. Far, far below is the rushing Paiva River.
Arouca Geopark is famous for its beautiful natural scenery and the many outdoor activities. Arouca’s leader, Margarida Belém, says proudly, “There’s no other bridge like this one in the world.” All of the city leaders think the bridge can attract people from all over the world for a lot of different reasons. Some might come for the scenery. Others might come to see how the bridge was built. But perhaps most will come to enjoy the safe, but scary experience of walking across. Its website describes the walk as “the most exciting 516 meters of your life”.
1. What does the underlined word “it” in paragraph 2 refer to?| A．Arouca Geopark. | B．The 516 Arouca Bridge. |
| C．The Charles Kuonen Bridge. | D．The website for the bridge. |
| A．In 2018. | B．In 2019. | C．In 2020. | D．In 2021. |
| A．It can offer exciting experiences. | B．It can make local tourism increase. |
| C．It can make walkers safer. | D．It can be protected well by visitors. |
| A．World’s Longest Hanging Bridge Is Opened |
| B．Two Hanging Bridges Have Been Finished |
| C．Countries Are Eager to Build Hanging Bridges |
| D．Hanging Bridges Are Beneficial to Leaders |
8 . In a lot of other states in America, warm sunny days mean lazy afternoons are spent on the beach. In Oregon, people pack hiking shoes with their bathing suits. Here are 3 incredible hikes for you.
Cascade Head Preserve
Distance: 6.8 miles
Difficulty: Moderate
Nearest Town: Lincoln City
Managed by the international nonprofit The Nature Conservancy, the Cascade Head Preserve is an excellent hike that typically marks the division between the north and central Oregon coast. There are upper and lower trailheads (小道的起点), with about 3.4 miles of trails between the two.
Cape Lookout
Distance: 5 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Tillamook
Of all the capes on the Oregon coast, Cape Lookout might be the most famous, projecting 1.5 miles into the ocean. Visitors can tackle the five-mile, round-trip hike to the tip of the cape where they can enjoy several incredible views over the Pacific Ocean. Separate trails lead down to South Beach and the Campground.
Clatsop Loop Hike
Distance: 3 miles
Difficulty: Easy
Nearest Town: Cannon Beach
There are several trails that traverse (横越) Tillamook Head at Ecola State Park, but the Clatsop Loop Hike is known for its breathtaking Cliffside views and quiet forested paths. Take the seaside trail from Indian Beach to the Hikers Camp, then take the forested path back.
1. Which is the dividing line between the north and central Oregon coast?| A．Tillamook. | B．Cascade Head Preserve. |
| C．Cape Lookout. | D．Cannon Beach. |
| A．Go camping in the wild. | B．Go hiking through the forests. |
| C．Kill time on the beach. | D．Enjoy views over the ocean. |
| A．The vast forest. | B．The easy hikes. |
| C．The amazing views. | D．The quiet seaside. |
9 . The local transport in Liverpool City Region is convenient for visitors to go around. The following are some means of transport for you to choose from.
By Train
Merseyrail trains run frequently throughout the day across 68 stations in and around the Liverpool area. With 4 city centre underground stations, you can easily get around the city.
You can now buy tickets online. Your ticket will be emailed straight to you, so you don't have to think about it at the station, just jump on the train and enjoy your journey!
By Bike
Liverpool is easy to get around by bike. Bike parking can be found on the Liverpool Cycle Map. If you’re arriving in Liverpool by train or ferry, bikes go free.
The CityBike bicycle hire system is also available in the city centre.
Find more information at www.citybikeliverpool.co.uk.
By Bus
Bus travel in and around Liverpool is a green and convent way to explore the destination.The bus network is run by Merseytravel, with two main city centre bus terminals — Liverpool ONE and Queen Square.
1. How many stations do Merseyrail trains run across?| A．2. | B．4. | C．64. | D．68. |
| A．At the bus station. | B．At the ticket office. |
| C．On the Liverpool Cycle Map. | D．At the underground station. |
| A．A science textbook. | B．A history magazine. | C．A travel guide. | D．A news report. |
10 . Astrotourism: Travel to a place where you can see stars
Few sights are as breathtaking as the night sky full of stars. But you can’t get a good view of the stars in cities. Nowadays, increasing numbers of people are participating in astrotourism — traveling to destinations where they can focus on viewing stars, planets and other space-related phenomena.
Star party in Nebraska, USA
In north-central Nebraska, a week-long Star Party has been held annually for almost 30 years. Held at the Merritt Reservoir (水库), the party features classes teaching beginners about astronomy, along with some programs especially for children. The party features challenges such as a photo contest. During the day, visitors can swim in the reservoir and go fishing and boating.
Jasper National Park, Canada
The second-largest dark sky preserve in the world, Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada, covers 11,000 square kilometers. In October each year, visitors show up there for the Jasper Dark Sky Festival, making Jasper National Park one of Canada’s top astrotourism destinations. During the day, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the park’s glaciers (冰川), streams, lakes and mountains.
Chile
With an average of 300 nights with clear skies per year, Chile is a great destination for astrotourism. The clear skies mean visitors are very likely to be able to see stars and planets without clouds blocking their view.
Finland
Northern Finland is one of the best places in the world to take in the northern lights. They are usually green but can be pink and more rarely red and violet In Finland’s Lapland region, they are visible 200 nights a year.
Wherever you go, astrotourism provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on the wonders of the universe.
1. Which destination is most beginner-friendly?| A．Nebraska. | B．Jasper National Park. |
| C．Chile. | D．Finland. |
| A．Swim in the reservoir. | B．Enjoy beautiful scenery. |
| C．Boat on streams. | D．Climb glaciers. |
| A．Star views. | B．The second-largest dark sky preserve. |
| C．Northern lights. | D．300 nights with clear skies. |
