2 . Kimberly and I had planned a trip to Europe for a long time, but we encountered some curveballs. Getting the departure time wrong, we had to ________ from the original train trip to a ship one.

Boarding the ship, we ________ it was not like a spacious hotel. The room was incredibly tight. The ________ in the small bathroom was a spout (喷头) connected to the sink. You turned it on and sprayed yourself,________ the rest of the room.

The week-long ship travel was full of ________. There were people from diverse backgrounds speaking different languages. We had stopovers on ________ of all sizes, where we cycled 30-40 kilometers. Then there were whole gales (狂风) — so fierce that even the buses couldn’t pass for safety ________. So finally we ________ back home.

We still appreciated the experience. Our real passion was about the ________ rather than the destination — the missed rides, the ________ ship, the mixture of cultures, and all the ________.

Sometimes people are so ________ to their comfortable life that it scares them to be off the beaten track. Yet, once out of their comfort zone, the different experiences are what actually ________. Mixing things up, trying new things, seeing something through another person’s eyes, being ________ to adventure — this is how you create ________.

3 . Paris is the most wooded (树木茂森的) city in Europe, and around one quarter of its area is taken up by parks, gardens and other green spaces.

Jardin des Plantes: over 28 hectares

This impressive botanical garden is home to four museums, including the Natural History Museum, which houses a variety of African animals. The gardens themselves boast thousands of species of plants. This is a lovely place to relax and explore the beautiful surroundings.

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont: over 24 hectares

If you want to get off the tourist trail and hang out with true Parisians, this park is the perfect spot for a relaxing picnic or a leisurely wander. It is in the 19th district and is one of the largest parks in Paris. Cross its lake on the suspension bridge, or admire the waterfalls and attractive temples.

Jardin du Luxembourg: over 25 hectares

These beautiful gardens were first laid out in 1612 as the gardens of the Luxembourg Palace. They include a geometric (结合图形的) forest, French and English style gardens, as well as a large pond. There is so much to see and do with activities especially for children, such as slides, rides and puppet shows, as well as leisure and sporting activities for adults. The gardens are home to more than one hundred sculptures.

Le Parc de la Villette: 55 hectares

This urban cultural park is so much more than just a park as it is home to numerous music venues, exhibition spaces and cafes. It is also home to no less than 12 gardens, which all follow different themes. The Passenger Gardens, for example, which are built on what was once the sheep market, support a variety of ecosystems, demonstrating the importance of biodiversity.

The journalists from home and abroad for Beijing 2022 were invited to an online city tour of Wuhan in     1     (center) China at the Main Media Center here on Sunday.

The theme of     2     online tour is “Visit the Yellow Crane Tower in Wuhan and taste the flavor of life by the Yangtze River.”

    3     the tour, journalists were able to overlook the city landscape on the top floor of Yellow Crane Tower, one of     4     (famous) towers that boast a long history. They also learned about Han embroidery and local food.Video reporter of China Media Group Zhu Shuying said, “I’m very happy     5     (participate) in this activity     6     makes my life in the closed-loop more colorful.”

This was the 19th online tour organized by the Beijing 2022     7     (organizer) since January 7, which has attracted more than 900 Chinese and foreign reporters. Previous tours     8     (include) themes like visiting the Palace Museum to know the restoration techniques of cultural relics,     9     (explore) the ritual and music culture of China in Qufu, Shandong, and embracing diverse “Fu” culture in Three Lanes and Seven Alleys, Fuzhou, Fujian.

Ian Whitbread of Getty Images said in an interview in January that the online tour gave him the chance to feel the charm of Chinese traditional culture and get a better understanding of Beijing and other Chinese cities despite the closed-loop (闭环)     10     (manage).

The online city tours will continue until the end of the 2022 Paralympic Games on March 13.

8 . Several Things That You Can’t Miss in Macao

Macau, along with Hong Kong, is one of the two special administrative regions of China in Eastern Asia. It lies on the western side of the Pearl River Delta, bordering Guangdong and facing the South China Sea. If you have ever thought of travelling around, Macao is definitely on your list.

·Visit the Macao Tower

The Macao Tower, 338 meters tall, is the world’s 10th highest tower, with a variety of activities, such as gambling, eating and entertainment. One of the acclaimed activities is the bungee jump. If you are not daring enough to jump that height, you can try the skywalk on the 57th floor — it’s still remarkable. Grab this chance and tick off this item on your bucket list.

·Grab a traditional Portuguese dinner

Macao was colonized by Portugal before 1999. As a result, Portuguese culture is deeply immersed into many corners of Macao. Many Portuguese settled and opened Portuguese restaurants in the special administrative region.

·Selfie at the Ruins of St. Paul

The Ruins of St. Paul is the signature landmark of Macao. The ruins consist of the St. Paul’s College and the Church of St. Paul, built in 1583. However, after three intense fires in 1595, 1601 and 1835, the church was seriously damaged. Miraculously, after the vigorous cycles of rebuilding and fires, the huge facade(建筑物正面) and the front stairway remain unburned.

·Watch the Macao Grand Prix

The Macao Grand Prix is a major worldwide car-racing event held annually, featuring over 300 top drivers every year. This challenging circuit consists of fast straights, tight corners and uncompromising crash barriers, attracting numerous top Formula One drivers who aim to win. The Grand Prix runs annually in November every year for about four days.

10 . Canadian Rockies Family Multi-adventure Camping Tour

Day 1: Awesome views of Mount Rundle and Cascade Mountain are you to admire as you bike through Banff to Lake Minnewanka. Not ready to stop? Ride to Johnston Canyon and hike to a series of impressive waterfalls before arriving at your campsite.

Day 2: Travel around Kootenay National Park on foot. Witness a vast wildfire burnt area while keeping an eye out for the new-growth forest. Move into a hanging valley for a view of extraordinary Sianley Glacier. Hike a family-friendly route through a beautiful valley and stand in awe. of the wonderful upper and lower waterfalls.

Day 3: Keep your eye on the forest for deer, sheep and bears as you cycle to Lake Louise. Visit Moraine Lake and walk through an ice-carved valley beneath huge mountains to Consolation Lake. Kids join leaders for a special night out while adults relax at our campsite.

Day 4: Rafting on the Kicking Horse River-a good time with a taste of white-water thrills! The younger crowd teams up with a local guide for a rock-climbing lesson while grown-ups go for a classic Rockies walk to the historic Plain of Six Glaciers Teahouse. Dig into a tasty lunch before returning to Banff.

Dates and Prices

Children 11 to 17 years old receive a 10% saving and children 4 to 10 years old receive a 20 % saving. The earlier you book, the more choice you’ll have and the lower your price will be. Arid you can always change your mind--you won’t be charged if you plan to go on another trip before your final payment is due.

July 1-4, 2022: $1, 800 per person

July 5-4, 2022: $1, 900 per person

August 1-4, 2022: $2, 000 per person

August 5-8, 2022: $2, 100 per person