3 . The local bus network gives access to most of the attractions of Nottinghamshire, making it easy for you to enjoy all that the county has to offer.

Why not let Nottinghamshire's buses provide you with a cheap, convenient and safe way of enjoying a day out? They even take away the worry of stopping for lunch, having a drink and then deciding who's going to drive home.

Special Sunday ticket saves your money.

Noltinghamshire County Council's Day Ranger tickets give you unlimited travel on buses right across the county every Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday and will entitle you to discounts at several visitor attractions. This means that you can save money by traveling by bus. Prices are currently:

Adults: $5.00

Children & Concessions: $2.50

Family ticket: $9.00 (2 adults & up to 3 children)

Simply buy your ticket on the first bus you board on a Sunday and then travel wherever you want in Nottinghamshire for the rest of the day.

Finding out about getting around the county couldn't be easier. Information on bus service is widely available at:

*Bus stations

*Libraries

*County contact points

*Tourist information centers

You can also visit our website at: www.Nottinghamshire.gov.uk/buses

There is extensive information on bus travel and the attractions of the county. We also provide umey planner and access to timetables for all the bus service operating in the county. There are to the individual bus operators for further information on fares and special offers.

Travel line public transport info.

0870-608-2608

www.travelline.org.uk

4 . Enjoy your stay in Louisiana

Plan you triptothe Sheraton Newreans Hotel.Weertravera well-placed downtown location,a variety of facilities,and accommodation in New Orleans,Louisiana.

*TRANSPORTATION

Airport Shuttle

Fee: 24 USD per person one way and 48 USD round trip

Tel: (877) 592-2226; reservation (预定) required

United Cab

Fee: 40-50 USD, depending on the number of guests and luggage

Te1: (504) 522-9771

*ROOMS

Guest Room

32 Square Meters

Each of our Guest Rooms reflects a contemporary, warm style and classic New Orleans charm. Located on floors 9-41, many of our rooms offer views of the Mississippi River and French Quarter. High-speed Internet access is available for a fee.

Sheraton Club Room

32 Square Meters

Our Sheraton Club Rooms are located on floors 42 and 45-49 and include access to the Club Lounge on the 42nd floor, where you can take in spectacular views of the Mississippi River and French Quarter. Sheraton Club Room guests also enjoy free bottled water and comfortable bathrobes (浴袍), High-speed Internet access is available for a fee.

*AT THIS HOTEL

Roux Bistro

While many of the world’s finest restaurants are located just outside of doors, you are guaranteed an extraordinary breakfast or lunch without having to leave the hotel. Using only the freshest local ingredients, our talented chefs (主厨) create an original experience second to none in a city famous for dining.

Cuisine (菜品): Local

Hours of operation: Daily: 6:30 am-2:00 pm

Atmosphere: Breakfast & Lunch

Outdoor Pool

Our outdoor pool is located on the 8th floor. The pool is open as weather permits. No lifeguard (救生员) is on duty. Seasonal offering includes a full food menu and bar service Friday — Sunday from 11 am — 6 pm as weather permits.

5 . Recently, my husband and three kids were playing in the Mediterranean, swimming and floating in the picture-perfect sea. It was very beautiful in Majorca, Spain. The way the sun danced across the water and how the blue horizon was dotted with sailboats were such beautiful scenes. I couldn’t believe my eyes.

My husband and I always dreamed about taking our kids on a trip around the world. It was something we always wanted to do “one day”. It was one of the things we talked about when we imagined our life with the children.

Fourteen years later, we had three boys who were growing up faster by the day. It was time to make good on those plans. We spent dozens of hours discussing, researching and planning.

We had to learn how to “road school” our kids and arrange time off from work. We renewed our passports, and then packed our bags. We showed our kids the world. It was about experiencing the dozens of flights and trains and taxis together. We wanted them to learn all that we had learned ourselves, through our own travels as young adults.

But there was something more than that: What we really wanted is to slow down time. We wanted the days to last a bit longer, and the weeks to take their time. The years with our children are going too fast. We wanted to control our busy lives, and just be with our kids. We wanted a break from the daily morning timetable of making lunches, eating breakfast rushing out the door in time for school. We need a family time-out.

It was a wonderful two-month trip in Europe, full of wonderful moments. And when we looked back at our lives, I know we’ll be glad we did it. I know we’ll be happy that this is a part of the story of our family.

8 . Edinburgh is the world’s festival city. There are 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August.

Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer.

Here are some of the events:

The Edinburgh International Festival

This is the original Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947. Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform to huge audiences. You need tickets for most events which take place in theatres around the city.

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe

This is the largest arts festival in the world with thousands of shows taking place across the city. More than 20,000 artists take part, as the festival is open to anyone. Visitors can choose from a huge variety of acts.

Join thousands of visitors and locals at the Royal Mile, Edinburgh’s main street, to watch all kinds of performers and shows.

The Edinburgh International Book Festival

The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens, in the center of Edinburgh. There are more than 700 events for children and adults who love books. You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories. Children can listen to stories and watch illustrators (插图作者) draw pictures.

The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival

Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy music shows around the city. One of the highlights of this musical event is the street carnival (嘉年华), which is free to all. Artists perform street theatre, dance and circus shows in amazing costumes, and everyone can join in the dancing.