1 . Are you looking for a ski or snowboarding music festival? There are many world-class events, from dance festivals to comedy shows. Here are our best ski festivals.
Tomorrowland Winter
Alpe d’Huez, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Tomorrowland Winter is the winter edition of the legendary dance festival, bringing Tomorrowland’s set design and epic lineups (阵容) to the town of Alpe d’Huez tor a whole week.
The spot lies in a sunny highland, giving a breathtaking sparkle to its variety of slopes that are suitable for beginners, experts and everyone in between.
Snowboxx
Avoriaz, France
19 — 26 March 2022
Snowboxx is a week-long music festival and snowsports holiday rolled into one in the French mountain spot of Avoirazx. Previous artists who have performed the festival’s various stages around the slopes have included the likes of Craig David's TS5, Fatboy Slim and more.
But it’s not just the lineup that makes Snowboxx one of the most popular winter music festivals. The skiing meets the demands of beginners and experts alike, with plenty of easy slopes and more challenging ones to discover.
Altitude Comedy Festival
Mayrhofen, Austria
28 March 2022 — 2 April 2022
Altitude Comedy Festival is the world’s No.1 alpine (高山的) comedy festival, created in 2007 by comedians Andrew Maxwell and Marcus Brigstocke.
Taking place at one of Europe’s most beautiful and best-loved ski spots, the organizers welcome comedy fans and lovers of winter sports to join them and “ski all day, laugh all night”.
Snowdaze
Candanchu, Spain
18 — 19 March 2022
After the first impressive performance, Spanish snowsports and electronic music festival Snowdaze returns to the Pyrenees for a second edition in Candanchu.
Across the weekend, music lovers will once again take to the slopes by day, exploring the best that the Aragonese Pyrenees have to offer, before going downhill as night falls and partying to the sound of a lineup of DJs.
1. Which festival is suitable for tourists interested in dancing?| A．Tomorrowland Winter. | B．Snowboxx. |
| C．Altitude Comedy Festival. | D．Snowdaze. |
| A．Both feature comedy shows. | B．Both are held at the same town. |
| C．Both have slopes right for all skiers. | D．Both invite J ax Jones to perform pop music. |
| A．It takes place in France. | B．It will last for a week. |
| C．It appeals to electronic music lovers. | D．It starts with the performance of DJs. |
2 . So you’re looking to ski at one of the best? We’ve done the hard work for you.
Breckenridge
Breckenridge is an extremely popular ski destination. It’s undoubtedly an awesome mountain to ride, but it can also get discouragingly crowded. This is not surprising given all the things Breckenridge has going for it: affordable lodging (借宿), an abundance of slopes and North America’s highest lift. The town atmosphere is fun and relaxing, plus there are a ton of shopping, dining, and drinking options to choose from. With so much to offer, Breckenridge makes for a great ski resort that suits all budgets.
Aspen Snowmass
Aspen is the ultimate ski destination for the rich and has evolved into four separate ski areas: Aspen, Snowmass, Buttermilk, and Aspen Highlands. They’re all linked by a shuttle system, accessible with a single ticket, and gathered around one of the greatest ski towns in the world. Aspen is truly the king of apres-ski (滑雪后的社交娱乐) with endless dining and nightlife options! It’s also one of the few ski resorts in Colorado where you won’t be affected by altitude sickness. For all the appeal that brings celebrities here, Aspen does come at a price.
Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole is infamous for its extreme terrain (地形) and steeps with the most continuous vertical in the US. Although it has the reputation of an expert’s paradise, recent improvements have made intermediate terrain easier to access. On the other side, Jackson Hole is not ideal for first-timers and kids due to the lack of beginner terrain. Crowds can also be an issue. If you’re looking for ski-in/ski-out access, stay in Teton Village which has a handful of bars; if not, the town of Jacks.
1. If you are a beginner with a tight budget, which skiing resort may you choose?| A．Buttermilk. | B．Breckenridge. |
| C．Jackson Hole. | D．Aspen Snowmass. |
| A．It is economical to ski there. |
| B．It offers limited social activities. |
| C．One ticket can be used in 4 ski areas. |
| D．Visitors will feel sick for its high altitude. |
| A．The price is expensive. |
| B．The traffic is not very convenient. |
| C．They are not friendly to beginners. |
| D．They are very crowded sometimes. |
3 . Bridges are one of the best constructional inventions. You may be surprised to see that some old bridges are still standing and used by tourists. Some of the more modern bridges, on the other hand, reach breathtaking heights and are not for the faint of heart (胆小鬼).
The Bridge of Immortals (China)
The Bridge of Immortals connects the Huangshan mountain ranges in southern Anhui Province of eastern China. The bridge is terrifying to cross but the views are definitely rewarding and the photographs are pretty special too. The drop below is pretty dramatic and if you decide to cross, we only have a piece of advice to offer you crazy adventurers... Don’t look down!
Hussaini Hanging Bridge (Pakistan)
Hussaini Hanging Bridge is considered to be the most dangerous bridge in the world. This rope bridge is poorly maintained and shakes wildly when you walk across it. If you take a wrong step, you’ll end up flying into the Hunza River below.
Langkawi Sky Bridge (Malaysia)
This curious looking bridge in Malaysia is 400 feet above the ground and has been closed several times for maintenance purposes. Its reopening was delayed several times but it is now open for use, although not many people actually want to cross. There was a rumor (传闻) claiming that the bridge can potentially collapse.
Seven Mile Bridge (Florida)
The Seven Mile Bridge can be found in the Florida Keys and connects the Middle Keys to Little Duck Key in the Lower Keys. When it was constructed, it was one of the longest bridges in the world. It won 8 awards and one of these was the Exceptional Award for Cost Savings Innovation from the Federal Highway Administration.
1. Which of the following bridges is most welcomed by photographers?| A．The Bridge of Immortals. | B．Hussaini Hanging Bridge. |
| C．Langkawi Sky Bridge. | D．Seven Mile Bridge. |
| A．It’s made of rope. | B．It’s above the river. |
| C．It is in poor condition. | D．The drop below is dramatic. |
| A．It once had a lot of honors. | B．It reaches breathtaking height. |
| C．It cost a big sum of money to built. | D．It was the longest bridge in the world. |
| A．New York. | B．Paris. | C．London. |
1. Where should the visitors’ dogs stay?
| A．In the farmhouse. | B．In the car park. | C．In the animal center. |
| A．A theater. | B．A schoolhouse. | C．A swimming pool. |
| A．Gardening. | B．Harvesting. | C．Basket- making. |
6 . For many travelers these days, finding a way to make travel more meaningful has become a top priority. They are increasingly pursuing journeys that include time to volunteer, work on a conservation project, protect endangered animals or to do other activities that allow for giving back while exploring a new part of the world. Here are some opportunities that combine travel with doing good deeds.
The Azores
The trips offer the opportunity to work on carefully selected projects alongside famous scientists while also enjoying encounters with some of the world’s most fascinating sea creatures in water. It allows participants to join a research team in the Azores that s studying the animals to support future conservation of the species. Advanced diving experience is required.
Red Sea, Egypt
Combining an opportunity for world-class diving with being part of an important research effort conducted by Hurghada Environmental Protection and Conservation Association. The seven-night trip includes learning how to gather water data with state -of- the -art scientific equipment and conducting onboard and underwater experiments.
Australia
Explore Queensland, Australia, while also supporting a registered charity that rescues farm animals from abuse, neglect, and situations where they’re in danger. Participants help with daily cleaning of barns (牲口圈) and cages. feeding, health checks, light repair, monitoring animals’ movements, and intensive care of ill, old and baby animals. The experience includes free accommodations with Wi Fi and a swimming pool.
Romania
Work with bears at Romania’s largest bear sanctuary (庇护所), a place that was created as a heaven for bears that have been abused. Located in the Carpathian Mountains, the sanctuary needs volunteers to help with preparing food, monitoring animal well-being and leading conservation tours. The sanctuary is home to 84 bears, with 20 more due to be rescued.
1. What do the first two trips have in common?| A．Both involve underwater activities. |
| B．Both provide free accommodations. |
| C．Both require advanced diving experience. |
| D．Both teach how to use scientific equipment. |
| A．The Azores. | B．Red Sea. | C．Australia. | D．Romania. |
| A．They have no food. | B．They are badly treated. |
| C．They should be monitored. | D．They need to live in mountains. |
7 . Dozens of sea turtles swim past as I dive. Suddenly a diver cuts me off. Then another. “Hey!” I think. “Watch where you’re going!” Then I realize: These aren’t divers. They are sea lions! The creatures blow bubbles at me and the group of 11 kids I’m on vocations with, hitting us slightly on our backs. To not bother them much, we tear ourselves away from the wonderland.
We take this trip to the Galapagos Islands, a group of tropical islands crossing the equator. Our hotel is a boat called the Eclipse that has a pool. Humans aren’t allowed to live on most of the islands. The only way people can experience the magic of this place and meet animals on all the islands is by “panga”. “Our small motorboat is more important than the Eclipse. It’s very safe,” says a local guide, Fielsch. Lack of human threat makes the animals friendly. “They don’t know enough to be scared of humans.” Our group experience that firsthand. When we return after our diving adventure, we find sea lions lying next to our backpacks! Walking along the sand, we see more wildlife: seals, red crabs, orcas.
The following morning, we reach Fernandina Island, known for its volcano. Flightless birds called cormorants build nests on the rocks. Nearby are Galapagos penguins. Averaging about 19 inches in height, they’re the second smallest species of penguin in the world. “The Galapagos are so curious,” says 12-year-old Harry. “You’ve got penguins living far from the frozen South Pole, and birds that don’t fly!”
As we ride back, six penguins stand like soldiers, seeming to say goodbye. It’s our last day; none of us wants to leave this place. We know this trip has been a milestone for us. A marked shift in our attitudes towards the natural world is underway. “The Galapagos Islands seem to break the world’s rules,” says Harry. “More than ever, I’m interested in saving the environment. These animals truly need our care,” his sister Hannah adds.
1. How does the author find the diving experience?| A．Attractive. | B．Disturbing. |
| C．Dangerous. | D．Valuable. |
| A．To protect people from danger. |
| B．To provide a shelter for local people. |
| C．To guide people in seeing the animals. |
| D．To transport people to each of the islands. |
| A．They are not able to fly. |
| B．They remain hidden from view. |
| C．They live in a tropical climate. |
| D．They’re the smallest of their kind. |
| A．It expands their knowledge of the world. |
| B．It changes the way they think about nature. |
| C．It inspires them to protect the environment. |
| D．It enables them to interact with various wildlife. |
8 . When it comes to family holidays in Australia, most people look to hot spots such as Sydney or the Gold Coast. However, Perth makes for a strong competitor, with plenty of museums and theme parks to keep the kids entertained, as well as historic sites and botanical gardens.
To give you a travel guide, we take a look at the best things to see and do in Perth.
King’s Park
Located in the heart of Perth’s business district, the four-square-kilometre park is perfect for spending an afternoon and making the most of the sunny weather. Here you’ll find plenty of picnic spots, play areas for little ones, and a host of activities and things to see. However, if you only visit one thing, make it the park’s impressive botanical gardens where you’ll find colorful plants.
Bibbulmun Track
Hikers, this one’s for you! This track is one of the world’s great long distance walks. Along the way you can expect amazing scenery, comfortable campsites, and a host of exciting wildlife and plants to look out for.
Perth Mint
You can discover a century’s worth of metals from gold to silver and even Coca-Cola bottle caps here. There are plenty of activities too from a live gold pouring session that you can watch to countless exhibitions.
Perth Zoo
The unusual creatures at the Perth Zoo are sure to keep small children’s attention! Giraffes, lions, elephants and monkeys are just some of the wildlife living in the zoo, which focuses on protecting various species.
1. What do we know about King’s Park?| A．It is in the hot spot Perth. | B．It is a good place for a picnic. |
| C．It is perfect for long-distance walking. | D．It is home to various plants and animals. |
| A．They have a lot of wildlife. | B．They have large exhibitions. |
| C．They are in a business centre. | D．They are noted for campsites. |
| A．To introduce Australia. | B．To celebrate some events. |
| C．To attract visitors to Perth. | D．To announce new activities. |
Sustainable tourism, which is becoming increasingly popular nowadays, is not just about seeing the sights — it is also about connecting with people and their cultures,
It is important to travel in
In summary, being a sustainable tourist comes down to respect — for nature, culture and people.
| A．In a travel agency. | B．In a hotel. | C．In an art museum. |
