1 . Food festivals are a common occurrence in the UK and take place in all sorts of places and at all sorts of times. Whatever your taste, there’s a food festival to match — no matter how specialized.
1. Meatopia
This three-day, London-based festival takes place at the end of August and is a meat lover’s paradise. In addition to a range of legally sourced meat products, from juicy burgers to tender steaks, attendees can listen to live music, watch butchery demonstrations, and attend informal meat-based workshops.
2. The National Honey Show
If you have a sweet tooth, then it could be that the National Honey Show, which started in 1921 and is the largest event of its kind, is the place for you to be. This three-day event attracts many local entries who showcase their sweet golden honey, some of which is sold globally.
3. The Orange Sauce Festival
Have you heard about a festival that is devoted only to orange sauce? Held in Cumbria, this sweet, fragrant festival has been running for 3 years. What attracts people most is a competition to find the best homemade orange sauce. There are thousands of participants from over 30 different countries across the globe, bringing their local snacks to share here.
4. The Ginger and Spice Festival
If you’d prefer something with a little more kick to it, then you could attend The Ginger (姜) and Spice Festival held in Market Drayton. Unlike other food festivals, it celebrates its town’s historic connection to Robert Clive, who returned from India with ginger. Because of this, they specialize in baking gingerbread, but also sell a range of traditional spices from mild to hot.
1. What do Meatopia and the National Honey Show have in common?A.Both of them last for three days. | B.Both of them hold workshops. |
C.Both of them originated from London. | D.Both of them have a long history. |
A.The Meatopia. | B.The Ginger and Spice Festival. |
C.The National Honey Show. | D.The Orange Sauce Festival. |
A.It has something to do with a historic figure. |
B.The ginger used in the festival is from India. |
C.It sells spicy food. |
D.The food is cooked by Robert Clive. |
2 . Singapore is a city-state in Southeast Asia. Thanks to a program, we got a chance to explore the Garden City for one day.
First, we headed to the Gardens by the Bay. We were attracted by the Supertrees at once. They are high-rise gardens, which produce electricity using energy from the sun, collect rainwater, and more. From there, we headed to the Cloud Forest, which I found most amazing in this Garden City. In hot and wet Singapore, this is a great place to cool off. Inside, a large waterfall comes down the side of the “cloud mountain.” This intricate structure (错综复杂的建筑) is divided into three levels and contains plants from different places. Visitors are free to walk around and learn more about all of the plants. Our journey then led us to a theater inside the Cloud Forest where we watched a ten-minute film. I was totally taken aback by what I saw. I had never realized that our planet would change so greatly when the temperature increased by just five degrees.
Then we headed back outside and continued on our walk. Between two of the larger Supertrees, you’ll find the Skyway. Visitors can head to the top to enjoy a fantastic bird’s eye view of the city.
Next, we made our way to the Singapore River, where we saw a boat going by. In search of food, we headed into the Marina Bay Sands. It has what has to be the best food court I’ve ever eaten in, with delicious food from all over the world. We ordered different kinds of dishes, which were all tasty.
Needing to walk off that huge lunch, we walked from one side of the river to the other. On the other side, we found Merlion, the symbol ( 象征) of Singapore. Water flows out of the mouth of this amazing creation all day long. While walking along the riverside and enjoying the beautiful view, I couldn’t help but wish we had more time to explore this Garden City.
1. Which of the following did the author most enjoy?A.The Skyway. | B.The Cloud Forest. |
C.The Supertrees. | D.The Marina Bay Sands. |
A.Surprised. | B.Relaxed. | C.Satisfied. | D.Pleased. |
A.They climbed a cloud mountain. |
B.They took a boat trip on the river. |
C.They had a rest in the Marina Bay Sands. |
D.They went for a walk near the river. |
A.A science report. | B.A tourist guidebook. |
C.A travel magazine. | D.A geography textbook. |
One of the challenges for any trip to Jiuzhaigou is the transportation in and out of northern Sichuan as, unlike most other
Many people who visit Jiuzhaigou will fly in. There are daily flights from the most popular airports in the country. The three most popular cities that international travelers often choose when leaving for Jiuzhaigou
The airport that services the area
Huanglong National Park, another nearby attraction, shares the airport
There is no train station in Jiuzhaigou, because of the terrain (地形). Besides the plane, some buses run from Chengdu each day. Also, you can hire (租用)
On
1. Where did the man and his wife go this year?
A.To Germany. | B.To Canada. | C.To Russia. |
A.By making bookings by herself. |
B.By following her friends’ suggestions. |
C.By turning to a tour company for help. |
A.The fire alarm at the airport went off. |
B.They spent one night at the airport. |
C.Their plane was delayed in Berlin. |
1. Where did the man and his wife go this year?
A.To Germany. | B.To Canada. | C.To Russia. |
A.By making bookings by herself. |
B.By following her friends’ suggestions. |
C.By turning to a tour company for help. |
A.The fire alarm at the airport went off. |
B.They spent one night at the airport. |
C.Their plane was delayed in Berlin. |
6 . Toronto is a city of neighborhoods, so wherever you are in Toronto, you’re bound to find yourself surrounded by shopping, dining and culture experiences unique to that specific area.
Toronto’s CN Tower
It’s one of the world’s tallest structures at 1,815 feet and the glassed-in elevators offer visitors a sense of just how high that is. In the tower’s 360 Restaurant, diners sit on a floor that performs a full cycle every 72 minutes, guaranteeing different views of the city with each bite of meal. Plus, if you order dishes at the restaurant, your entry to the CN Tower is free.
The Fairmont Royal York Hotel
It is one of Toronto’s oldest and most storied hotels. Since opening in 1929, it’s stood as one of the largest hotels in the British Commonwealth with 1,600 rooms. It’s also home to more than 300,000 bees, who live on the hotel’s rooftop and produce honey for the Fairmont Royal York’s dining facilities.
The Toronto Islands
North America’s largest urban car-free community offers plenty of green space and beaches for visitors of all ages. Those looking for exercise can explore the islands by bike while checking out the breathtaking views of Toronto’s skyline; visit the rental facility near the Centre Island ferry dock.
St. Lawrence Market
Voted the world’s best food market in 2012, the St. Lawrence Market complex consists of two buildings. The north building plays host to weekly Saturday fanner’s markets, while in the south building, open every day except Sunday and Monday, meat, baked goods, jewelry…are on offer. One of Toronto’s most iconic (标志性的) breakfasts —the pea-meal bacon sandwich is considered a signature dish.
1. Where can you have a bird’s eye-view of Toronto while dining?A.The Toronto Islands. | B.Toronto’s CN Tower. |
C.The Fairmont Royal York Hotel. | D.St. Lawrence Market. |
A.Fantastic dishes. | B.Unique things. |
C.Breathtaking scenery. | D.Diverse cultures. |
A.A news report. | B.A popular novel. |
C.A travel guide. | D.An advertisement. |
1. When will the speakers get to the town?
A.At 8:30 a.m. | B.At 11:30 a.m. | C.At 12:00 a.m. |
A.Its price. | B.Its production. | C.Its taste. |
A.Watch a film. | B.Eat chocolate. | C.Rent a car. |
A.Bread. | B.Pineapples. | C.Popcorn. |
“Climb Mount Tai and the whole world looks small.” Confucius once declared from the summit.
For thousands of years, Mount Tai has been a source of
In the morning, we got up at 4 a.m. to position ourselves for the sunrise. From Jade Emperor Peak
The greenery up the mountain made for
9 . Four best tourist attractions named by Lonely Planet for 2022
Nepal When people discuss Nepal, it’s impossible not to talk about Mount Everest. But this Himalayan nation has so much more on offer for travelers who aren’t climbing the world’s highest mountain. In the lonely region of Mustang, which means “rich plain”, tourists can explore the high desert and meet locals at homestays along the way, dining on Nepali specialties. | |
Mauritius Mauritius is in the Indian Ocean about 700 miles east of Madagascar. Here are some reasons for visiting this underrated African getaway. It’s inhabited by a multiracial, peaceful people, covered in great golf courses, offering various water sports, an old colonial capital, great food, one of the world’s best gardens, good nightlife and great sightseeing. | |
Norway Norway always lies on the list of the world’s happiest countries. So what’s the secret? Mette-Marit, one of the country’s royals, has one answer:“We love being outside in nature.” If you want to take in that peaceful energy for yourself, head to Bkeskogen, the world’s northernmost beech forest. | |
Cook Islands This group of 15 islands in the South Pacific was at the top of many Lonely Planet workers’ wish lists for 2022 and beyond. What’s on offer? Water-centric activities like snorkeling, diving and fishing, not to mention a look at the native Maori community in Te Vara Nui Village. |
A.Play golf. | B.Explore a desert. |
C.Co diving and fishing. | D.Visit ancient buildings. |
A.Great sightseeing. | B.Peaceful energy. |
C.The world’s best garden. | D.Great enjoyment in nature. |
A.They offer water sports. | B.They lie in the Indian Ocean. |
C.They have great beech forest. | D.They have many different races. |
1. How long will the tourists spend in the Golden Pavilion?
A.Half an hour. | B.One hour. | C.An hour and a half. |
A.Gion. | B.Golden Pavilion. | C.Ryoanji Temple. |
A.Japanese art. | B.Japanese tea. | C.Japanese architecture. |