The term ‘dark tourism’ is far newer than the practice, which long predates(早于) Pompeii's     1     as a dark attraction. Dr Philip Stone, perhaps the world’s leading academic expert on dark tourism, considers the Roman Colosseum to be one of first dark tourist sites, where people travelled long distances to watch death as sport. Later, until the late 18" century, the appeal was crueler in central London, where people paid money to sit in grandstands to watch mass hangings. Dealers would sell pies at the site, which was     2     where Marble Arch stands today.

It was only in 1996 that ‘dark tourism’ entered the scholarly vocabulary when two academics in Glasgow     3     it while looking at sites associated with the murder of John F.Kennedy. Those who study dark tourism     4     plenty of reasons for the growing phenomenon, including raised awareness of it as an identifiable thing.     5    to sites has also improved with the arrival of cheap air travel. It’s hard to imagine that the Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial and museum would now welcome more than two million visitors a year were it not for its     6     to Krakow’s international airport. Peter Hohenhaus, a     7     travelled dark tourist based in Vienna, also points to the broader rise in off-the-beaten track tourism, beyond the territory of popular guidebooks and TripAdvisor rankings. “A lot of people don't want     8     tourism and that often means engaging with places that have a more recent history.” he says. “ You go to Sarajevo and most people remember the war being in the news so it feels closer to one’s own biography.” Hohenhaus is also a fan of beauty in decay, the contemporary cultural movement in which urban ruins have become     9     matter for expensive coffee-table books and a thousand Instagram accounts. The crossover with death is clear. “ I have always been drawn to ruined things,” the 54-year-old says. But while, like any tourism, dark tourism at its best is     10     , the example of Grenfell Tower (a London tower block, destroyed by a fire in 2017 with 71 deaths) hints at the unease felt at some sites. “ ...I would not stand in the street taking a selfie merrily.”

The term ‘dark tourism’ is far newer than the practice, which long predates Pompeii’s emergence as a dark attraction. Dr. Philip Stone, perhaps the world’s leading academic expert on dark tourism, considers the Roman Coliseum to be one of the first dark tourist sites, where people travelled long distances to watch death as sport. Later, until the late 18th century, the     1     was crueler still in central London, where people paid money to sit in grandstands to watch mass hangings. Dealers would sell pies at the site, which was roughly where Marble Arch stands today.

It was only in 1996 that ‘dark tourism’ entered the     2     vocabulary when two academics in Glasgow applied it while looking at sites associated with the murder of John F. Kennedy. Those who study dark tourism identify plenty of reasons for the growing phenomenon, including     3     awareness of it as an identifiable thing.     4     to sites has also improved with the arrival of cheap air travel. It’s hard to imagine that the Auschwitz-Birkenau memorial and museum would now welcome more than two million visitors a year were it not for its nearness to Krakow’s international airport. Peter Hohenhaus, a widely travelled dark tourist     5     in Vienna, also points to the broader rise in off-the-beaten-track tourism, beyond the territory of popular guidebooks and TripAdvisor rankings. “A lot of people don’t want     6     tourism and that often means engaging with places that have a more recent history than, say, a Roman ruin,” he says. “You go to Sarajevo (萨拉热窝) and most people remember the war being in the news so it feels closer to one’s own     7    .”

Hohenhaus is also a fan of ‘beauty in decay’, the contemporary cultural movement in which urban     8     have become subject matter for expensive coffee-table books and a thousand Instagram accounts. The crossover (糅合) with death is clear. “I’ve always been     9     to ruined things,” the 54-year-old says. But while, like any tourism, dark tourism at its best is educational, the example of Grenfell Tower (a London tower block, destroyed by a fire in 2017 with 71 deaths) hints at the unease felt at some sites. “I remember the Lonely Planet Bluelist book had a chapter about dark tourism a while ago and one of the rules was ‘don’t go back too early’,” Hohenhaus says. “I’ll be interested to see Grenfell Tower up close. I can see the     10    . But I would not stand in the street taking a selfie merrily.”

No Destination Is the Wrong Place to Go

Everyone has a list of destinations they promise themselves to visit during their lifetime. People travel for endless reasons,whether it’s to experience different cultures,see natural     1    of the world,or learn about heritage.All these ideas are exciting options,because in every situation,you will be     2     to something unfamiliar and life-changing.

I recently had a discussion with someone about my student abroad experience.They listened as I recounted my     3     around Italy and my additional travels. “I would love to do something like that,” they said, “but I feel like everyone goes to Europe now.It’s not really that     4     anymore.”

I was pretty shocked by such a statement.Since when was traveling anywhere not cool enough?Naturally,the older you get ,the more people you’re going to know,especially those who have traveled to     5     parts of the world.However,does standing underneath the Eiffel Tower have less value to me because so many travelers have done the exact same thing?Or climbing and taking a picture at the top of the Florence Duomo also means the decreased value?

My answer:absolutely not.Reading travel blogs and    6     at photographs is helpful and enjoyable,but nothing close to     7     experiencing that place.The truth is,every new destination is unique,and it’s nearly impossible to make a “wrong” decision.

It is important to focus on your own personal journey,not the experience of others.Every city, state,and country,has thousands of different things to     8    .The places you will visit all have fascinating people,different kinds of delicious food you’ve never tried before,and unbelievable history that will blow your mind.Travelling will nevertheless change you and leave an imprint on the way you see the world—no matter where you go.

Whether the destinations we desire are     9     simple or obscure(不清楚的)in the eyes of others,every experience has its own unique value.Keep your adventures     10     while also taking advantage of the opinions and advice of others.In every new destination,you will find a new part of yourself.Truly,no destination is the wrong place to go.

With its wonderful Georgian and Victorian architecture, and winding medieval streets, it’s easy to see why Edinburgh has been listed as a World Heritage Site.

The     1     of Edinburgh is fascinating. Edinburgh Castle dominates the urban skyline, lying on the cliff of an ancient volcano right in the center of the city. Yet Edinburgh is not     2     in the past. And neither is it all about bagpipes, shortbread, whisky and tartan.

In fact, the city is one of the most vibrant, international cities in Europe and is     3     voted as one of the most desirable places to live in the world. The capital is     4     with arts, culture, sports and attractions and is famous for playing host to the world’s largest arts festival. After dark Edinburgh has a lively nightlife with     5     bars and pubs, restaurants, clubs and live entertainment to rival any European city.

In Edinburgh, there’s plenty of open space too, with a large number of public parks and green spaces     6     in the busy city center. For active types, there’s a(n)     7     and varied choice of activities and sports in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Or if you just want to     8     your wallet, the capital is a great place to shop. This is a city that knows how to be both     9     and modern.

The capital of Scotland is a great place to live and study in, with a wide range of theatres, galleries, clubs and shops to     10    , not to mention the plenty of arty bars and cafes.

Nowadays more and more people prefer to go fishing or hiking in the woods. Experiencing nature is    1    , but when you're doing this, always keep yourself safe . It's important to remember several basic rules if you don’t want to turn a pleasant outing into a(n)    2    .

First, be fully prepared for different weather. Before you set out, always get warm clothes and raincoats ready, just in case! This is especially true in the situation of    3    in the mountain areas. The weather is really     4    in high mountains. Sometimes you can experience two or three    5    in one day.

Second, pack a map, a compass, and a flashlight in your bag. Even experienced travellers may get     6    . Before you start your trip, study the map to get familiar with the area you are going to. The flashlight is important     7    you do get lost. Many trips that start out in daylight will    8    become night-time adventures when people can't find the way.

Third, bring a first-aid kit and know how to use it. Small cuts can be more serious when there is no doctor     9    .

Finally, tell people where you are going and when you plan to come back. That way, someone will go to search for you if troubles     10    .This will increase your chance of being found quickly.

Canada is a large country with a small population. It is.     1     one of the world’s top ski holiday destinations. The excellent snow conditions, spacious pastes(积雪凝固的滑雪道),     2     groomed(打扮) runs and superb powder are just a. few of the many attractions that can be found in Canada. Here, you have the recipe for an outstanding and     3     ski holiday.

Skiing in whistler:

Regularly     4     the No. 1 ski resort in North America, Whistler offers everything that you could possibly want: fantastic scenery, an attractive village,     5     lift system wonderful skiing for all standards, good accommodation to suit all.     6     and entertaining after ski.

Skiing in Lake Louise:

Located in the heart of the Canadian Rockies and yet only 90 highway minutes away from Calgary International Airport, the charming village of Lake Louise offers breathtaking.     7     , exceptional accommodation, dining, shopping and nightlife.

Skiing in Banff:

Lying in the heart of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, Banff.     8    memorable skiing and snowboarding across 3 very different ski areas: Banff, Mount Norquay and Sunshine. Each of these resorts is efficiently    9    by an excellent ski bus service. Non-skiers are also    10    here with a huge array of non-ski activities including snowmobiling dog sledding and ice skating .

Bhutan is the country of a stunning and wide variety of flora and fauna, amazing architecture, ancient traditions, remarkably friendly people and unique colorful culture. It is     1     the worlds’ happiest country and also one of the greenest, for the Himalayan kingdom is not only carbon neutral, but carbon     2    .

What is also noteworthy is that this is happening despite increasing tourism. One of the ways foreigners can contribute to the country’s conservation efforts is to visit the miraculous land. As a travel destination, Bhutan remains unique,     3     between its industrialized neighbors China and India. The isolated nation only opened up to foreign visits in 1974 and allowed TVs in 1999.

Bhutan has built sustainability into its national     4    . “Our enlightened monarchs (君王) have worked tirelessly to develop our country,     5     economic growth carefully with social development, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation, all within the framework of good governance,” Tshering Tobgay, Bhutan’s Prime Minister said at a 2016 TED Talk. One of the ways Bhutan has achieved this is controlled, low     6     tourism.

Unless you’re from India, Bangladesh, or the Maldives, you’ll need a visa to explore this wonderland—there is no independent travel. Aside from the visa ($40), tourists must pay an additional $200 to $250 “Minimum Daily Package Fee” and book through an officially     7     tour operator. The fee can confuse or put off potential visitors, so it’s worth clarifying what it is. It covers lodging in three-star accommodations, all meals, a(n)     8     guide, camping and hiking equipment, domestic travel (excluding flights), and taxes and fees. A daily sustainable development fee of $65 is also included in the package. This goes towards     9     education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation, along with the building of infrastructure to     10     growing tourism.

Sept 27 is World Tourism Day. Of course, travel isn’t a new discovery. Imagine how Italian traveler Marco Polo must have felt when he found himself on Chinese     1    , seeing a way of life quite different from anything he’d seen before.

And how     2     must it have been to listen to Zhang Qian when he returned to China from his journey through Central Asia and West Asia? His brain must have been packed with everything he’d seen and heard, leading to the     3     of the Silk Road.

Travel is one of the most exciting experiences a human being can have. Nowadays, more people are traveling than ever before. By train, plane and car, people all around the globe are     4     to places that people didn’t even know     5     a few centuries ago, or only knew from books.

Some people have traveled all over the world, and travel is a way of life to them. They perhaps know what to expect before they travel. That’s why the best travel is when it’s for the first time. Imagine a person who has always wanted to travel to the United States. Of course, they’ve probably seen the Statue of Liberty a thousand times on the TV, and the White House, and all the other famous     6     But none of that would compare to the     7     of looking out of the cabin window as the plane lands, watching the cities and streets of the real America come into     8    .

Although travel is often just for fun, it’s also     9    . We may not know that we are getting an education, but we still are.

We’re learning every day: new words in a new language, new people, and new ways of life. But this learning takes place in the school of the world, not the classroom. One of the lessons we learn is     10     a moral one. As we get to know foreign places, we come to understand that there are many different ways to live, and that the way we live isn’t necessarily the best way. The British politician Benjamin Disraeli summed this up well when he said, “Travel teaches toleration.”

The price of travel can change a great deal throughout the year so try to avoid     1     holiday seasons. It can also be cheaper if you     2     in advance. Before setting off, make sure you do as much research about your     3     as you can. Label your     4     clearly so that they can be easily identified as yours. It can be useful to store a copy of your     5     in an easily seen place so that the airline will know where to find you if your     6     gets lost.