1 . Hidden gardens in London
From nature reserves to community spaces, we’ve dug up some of London’s most secret gardens, where you’ll find pockets of splendid nature and forget about all your worries.
Queen’s Wood
Across the road from the better-known Highgate Wood, there is something more magical and quiet about Queen’s Wood— witness its hilly pathways through the mountain ash and cherry trees. It might be only a few hundred metres from Highgate tube station, but native bluebells and countless species of small animals make this a wonderful retreat.
Phoenix Garden
Behind Charing Cross Road, this is a super spot for a leafy lunchtime break. Look out for frogs and sparrows, which are thriving thanks to an enthusiastic conservation initiative. The garden closed last autumn for redevelopment work but has reopened in time to take advantage of our long-awaited spell of improved weather.
Postman’s Park
A short walk from St Paul’s Cathedral lies one of London’s most touching monuments: George Frederic Watts’s Memorial to Heroic Self-Sacrifice. Within the quiet Postman’s Park, nestled beneath a roof, are just over 50 ceramic plaques（牌匾）, each honoring the memory of an ordinary person who lost their life trying to save others.
Red Cross Garden
Originally intended to give Southwark children a space to play, this Victorian garden has been restored to its original design, complete with pond, cottage, bandstand and formal borders. While relaxing in the restored bandstand, it’s hard to imagine the view back in 1887 when it was surrounded by workhouses and factories.
1. Which garden is close to a subway station?| A．Queen’s Wood. | B．Phoenix Garden. |
| C．Postman’s Park. | D．Red Cross Garden. |
| A．Take photos of old workhouses. | B．Swim in the pond. |
| C．Learn stories about selflessness. | D．Enjoy a band show. |
| A．They have got some repair work. | B．They were surrounded by factories. |
| C．They will be temporarily closed. | D．They have the same original design. |
2 . Top Hotel Deals in Chicago
Hilton Garden Inn $77 Review score: 9.4
●Excellent location near the world-famous Chicago Art Institute, Millennium Park, the Museum Campus and lakefront.
● Enjoy local favorites like Chicago-style hot dogs. You can hit the gym or pool later.
● Extra in-room benefits include Keurig coffeemakers, 49" flat-screens with HBO, Netflix and Apple TV streaming—plus free WiFi.
Freehand Chicago $69 Review score: 8.5
● Style in this hotel is popular in a laid-back way. And it’s perfectly placed in a gallery-dotted neighborhood.
● Award-winning (Best Hotel Bar) Broken Shaker offers hand-made drinks and street-food inspired treats.
● Hit Café Integral for light bites and hand-made drinks of both the wine and caffeine.
Loews Chicago Hotel $139 Review score: 9.8
● Head to the rooftop bar for drinks and views (especially if it’s a Navy Pier fireworks night!).
● Get great views from floor-to-ceiling windows.
● Rooftop terrace (露台) serves outdoor bites, wine, drinks and a celebration of all-things in summer.
St. Clair Hotel $84 Review score: 8.0
● Modern interiors (内部) within a cool old building, ideally situated in the heart of the city, steps from the Magnificent Mile.
● Fast and free WiFi so you can keep up with all the quality programming you get to watch when you’re at home.
● Pet-friendly hotel with no extra charge for your furry friends.
1. What can you do in Hilton Garden Inn?| A．Watch online TV. | B．Drink in a Café. |
| C．Enjoy the fireworks show. | D．Compete for an award. |
| A．Hilton Garden Inn | B．Freehand Chicago |
| C．Loews Chicago Hotel | D．St. Clair Hotel |
| A．It provides free WiFi. | B．It overlooks a park. |
| C．It gets the highest score. | D．It welcomes pets. |
