1 . How to make sure you enjoy your trip
A trip is a planned destination where one arranges in advance in which the main purpose is to search for adventure and to create a memorable moment. Here are the steps on how to make sure your trip is enjoyable.
● Plan it well.
Trips are ideally planned for it to go well.
● Pack necessities.
Bring what you need. Trips are short journeys and belong to the sub-level of travelling. Pack only the things you need.
● Be safe.
To be cautious is smart. No matter what you are up to, surfing, cliff diving, snowboarding, scuba diving, etc., it is always recommended to be safe.
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You may see delays, a different culture, lifestyle, food, and even a shortage of cash. Sometimes, this is all what travel is about—experiencing things with a new perspective(观点，看法). Once you expect to experience new things, you’ll be a happy traveller and free from stress.
● Save the memory.
| A．Travel with an open mind. |
| B．Get prepared for everything new. |
| C．Seize the moment by taking photos. |
| D．This is all we expect from travelling. |
| E．Take some time ahead to make a plan for your trip. |
| F．It is important to wear protective equipment when advisable. |
| G．It is easy to get tired if you have too many things in your package. |
1. Who is the speaker?
| A．A guide. | B．A teacher. | C．A coach. |
| A．6.30. | B．7:45. | C．8:00. |
| A．See a film. | B．Meet at a cafe. | C．Visit a gallery. |
| A．From teachers. | B．From a website. | C．From a book. |
1. How many people will be travelling?
| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. |
| A．This Wednesday. | B．Next Monday. | C．Next Wednesday. |
4 . Spring turns Europe into a world of colors. If you want to experience spring in all its colorful glory,here are four of the best places for you.
Blooming Baroque, Ludwigsburg, Germany
The Blooming Baroque garden show in Ludwigsburg, Germany,has been welcoming visitors since 1954. Visit the 18th-century palace between March and November and you can not only see displays filled with flowers,but also visit different kinds of birds and gardens, climb Rapunzel's tower and get lost in a giant hedge maze(树篱迷宫）.
Keukenhof Gardens, Lisse,the Netherlands
The largest flower garden in the world, Keukenhof in the Netherlands is the best place to see the symbolic Dutch flower at its finest. Tulips explode across the gardens,with more than 800 different varieties. After you've wandered through the gardens, you can hire a bike at the main gate and then ride through the endless rows of picture-perfect flowered rainbows.The show runs from March 21 to May 10.
Temps de Flors, Girona, Spain
Girona's medieval centre is transformed(使改变) into a living gallery as flower carpets and special sculptures explode throughout the city centre each May.The Girona A Cappella Festival invites music lovers to engage all their senses as the sound,smell and sight of spring fill the city for 10 days in May.
Normandy Tulip Festival, Vendeuvre, France
The French garden of the 18th-century Vendeuvre Château in Normandy springs to life in April,as over 30, 000 tulips, narcissi and grape hyacinths awaken. Open afternoons throughout April between 2 pm and 6 pm.
1. Where can you see a flower display in autumn?| A．In Germany. | B．In the Netherlands. | C．In Spain. | D．In France. |
| A．A maze in a palace. | B．An art exhibition. | C．A music festival. | D．A bicycle tour. |
| A．Unusual birds. | B．Lots of tulips. |
| C．Flowered rainbows. | D．A live concert. |
5 . Travel and illness go hand in hand. How many times have you been on the road or traveling by plane and within a three-day time the flu comes knocking?
Take Your Herbs (药草) With You.
By all means, you can pack your vitamins but, also pack those herbs.
Do Not Ignore Symptoms
Walking around the city, running, or exercise of some sort will help fight off travel illnesses. We would all like to walk around for an entire week, but be sure to clock in some exercises or low cardio action action (有氧运动）. Cardio helps our immunities to stay in shape and traveling can be a bit dangerous on that front. There is a lot of waiting around, so take that little extra time to jog in place or run.
Pack Vitamins
This is an easy one to forget. As a last minute check, pack some vitamins you nearly take at home. Just because traveling doesn’t mean you get a back seat to when it comes to the flu.
| A．Is there anything to be done? |
| B．Movement keeps you healthy. |
| C．Swimming is a good kind of exercise. |
| D．Don’t take too many things while traveling. |
| E．But the vitamins you take will be helpful to your cold. |
| F．Andrographis paniculata (穿心莲) has been known to treat bacterial infections. |
| G．Before traveling, if symptoms start to show, postpone traveling if possible. |
6 . Marvel at These Freaks of Nature
The world is filled with unique, breathtaking sites-from boiling craters to caves full of lightning bugs. While a global disease or natural disasters shock our soul, we might not appreciate nature. In fact, enjoying the wonder of nature can provide some breaks from too much time indoors. These sites are great for you when looking for hope in some of Mother Nature's greatest offerings.
01 Fly Geyser （Washoe County, Nevada）
This geyser in northern Nevada, found surrounded by fields of grass was created by accident when a geothermal power company drilled a test well（井)）where the geyser now sits in 1964. The combination of calcium carbonate deposits （碳酸钙沉淀物）and extremely hot water resulted in three nearly 6-foot-high, brightly colored red an« green hills that shoot hot water into the air.
02 The Marble Caves （Aysen, Chile）
These caves --accessible only by boat - sit in the heart of Patagonia and wen formed over 6.000 years as water continued to splash against the solid rock formations to create these unique blue marble formations.
03 Lake Sorvagsvatn （Vagar, The Faroe Islands）
This freshwater lake is famous for its appearance of " floating above the ocean. Though it's actually not even 100 feet above sea level, from various camera angles, the lake looks like it is hundreds of feet above the ocean because of its juxtaposition（并列） with a dramatic waterfall and the cliff to its side.
04 Krka National Park （Sibenik-knin, Croatia）
This national park in southern Croatia is famous for having not one, but seven, gorgeous waterfalls streaming with greenish-blue waters, including the attractive Skradinskibuk waterfall. The clear water in its basin is often filled with visitors taking a dip.
1. According to the text, the following are all false except that ________.| A．these sites all have something to do with waterfalls |
| B．you may see lightning bugs in the Marble Caves by boat |
| C．Lake Sorvagsvatn are floating hundreds of feet above the ocean |
| D．the Flyer Geyser has 6 colorful hills shooting hot water into air |
| A．the Flyer Geyser | B．Lake Sorvagsvatn |
| C．Krka National Park | D．the Marble Caves |
| A．To give basic facts about these freaks of nature. |
| B．To explain the reasons why these sites are great. |
| C．To call on people to appreciate these freaks of nature |
| D．To offer advice on how to visit these wonders of nature. |
7 . Hipster Greenport: 4 places to eat, shop and visit
Greenport may date back to the 1630s, but it's feeling pretty of-the-moment right now. Here are four places that embody the old-meets-new energy of the village:
Claudio's
If you’ve been to Greenport, you can't miss Claudio's - it's where generations of Long Islanders have made a tradition of eating, whether inside the main restaurant or at the floating dock-bar. The new owners have added fresh elements: Baccano Pizza by Nino, which offers a variety of slices and pies until as late as 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays - is right by the dock entrance.
Little Creek Oyster Farm & Market
It's little spots like this that tell the current Greenport story. There’s no sign or advertising for this tiny bouse changed from the cabin of an old ship that's practically hidden down Bootlegger's
Alley near Mitchell Park. But there they are - streams of people who come to enjoy the fresh oysters while drinking local craft beer, with a waterside view.
Nostalgia (怀旧) for bygone times runs high in this 1909 building, which once served as the base for the Suffolk Times newspaper. These days, this well-designed Shop sells vinyl records and loads of old-fashioned clothing and home decoration items including mid-century highball sets.
Greenport Fire
Heat comes in many form and several are sold here ― hot sauces, cigars and candles, Consult the chalkboard for the current sauce offerings or browse cigars such a hand-rolled Honduran Leaf by Oscar or the Gurkha Cellar Reserve made with 18-year-aged tobacco,
1. What's special about Greenport?| A．It is a place full of energy. | B．It is a famous port in the world. |
| C．It is a combination of new and old. | D．It is a popular place of interest. |
| A．can enjoy delicious oysters. | B．You can buy some old things. |
| C．You can find hand-rolled cigars. | D．You can have Baccano Pizza. |
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| A．By plane. | B．By train. | C．By car. |
10 . Traveling Tips
No Smoking
Federal and State Government Regulations do not allow you to smoke on board express coaches within Australia.
Luggace Allowance
As a fare paying customer you are entitled to take 2 pieces of personal luggage. Each must not exceed 75 cm in length, or weigh more than 20kg.
Excess luggage will be carried at the company’s excess luggage rate and depending on space availability may be required to be carried on another coach.
Luggage Tips
1) Keep your valuables with you. Money, jewellery, valuable documents, credit cards, keys, medications should be retained by you and not on the coach at meal or transport stops.
2) Use sturdy, lockable luggage. Do not use plastic bags as these may split during the transit.
3) Make sure you identify your luggage with a name tag.
4) Backpacks—stow all items and do not leave mugs, shoes, towels hanging off your backpack as these can get caught in other luggage and cause damage.
Departure Times
The time shown on your ticket is the coach departure time. If you are boarding halfway and not at a travel centre or terminal you should be at the pick up point 15 minutes ahead of this time, so you can be comfortably on board by the time the coach is due to leave. If you are boarding at a travel centre or terminal, please arrive at least 20 minutes prior to the published departure time and remember to allow extra time at peak travel times.
Dress Requirements
As a courtesy, and so as not to offend fellow travelers, a reasonable standard of clothing and footwear is required.
1. As a traveler, you can ________.| A．take the luggage 75 cm in length and 20kg in weight only |
| B．leave valuable belongings on coach when going for meals |
| C．identify your luggage by attaching a name tag to it |
| D．leave the mugs and shoes hanging off the backpack |
| A．Smoking is strictly forbidden all over the places within Australia. |
| B．Plastic bags should be avoided in case of split during the transit. |
| C．15 minutes ahead of the departure time should be guaranteed. |
| D．Standards of dress requirements have been specifically listed. |
