2 . Escape to the Laid-back Cook Islands at Muri Beach Club Hotel

Relax and recharge in style at the adult-only Muri Beach Club Hotel. Located on the remote island of Rarotonga, the largest of the Cook Islands, Muri Beach Club Hotel stands out from the rest through its modern facilities and well-appointed rooms with a Polynesian style. With only 30 rooms, this hotel promises a close, uninhabited oasis (绿洲) where you re welcomed as part of the family.

This 4-star beachfront hotel is the ultimate base for adventure. Take a glass-bottomed boat to Motus (offshore islands) or try out other activities such as windsurfing or sailing. After a day of exploring, sunbathing and relaxing, return to the comfort and privacy of your modern room, each with its own large balcony boasting scenic views.

If you’re looking for a holiday where you can relax and explore, then a tropical island getaway at Muri Beach Club Hotel is perfect for you.

Inclusions:
●Daily tropical breakfast for 2 people
●Daily cocktails for 2 people
●$50 food & beverage credit
●Wi-Fi up to 1 GB
How to Book

Make your booking at time of purchase. Your booking confirmation will be sent to you via email. If you have any questions please contact hello@travel-booking.stuff.co.nz.

Book with confidence! If you cancel your bookings up to 48 hours prior to arrival, you can pay no cancellation fees!

1. What do we know about Muri Beach Club Hotel?

A．It has thirty mini rooms.	B．It is near the downtown area.
C．It can be accessible to adults only.	D．It was designed by a modern artist.

2. What does Muri Beach Club Hotel provide for customers?

A．Wi-Fi service.	B．Free local drinks for four people.
C．Various Chinese breakfast.	D．Live music performance.

3. In which section of a newspaper can you find the text?

A．Education.	B．Science.
C．Fashion.	D．Travel.

3 . 假如你是李华，你的朋友Susan来信说，她打算最近来“凉都·六盘水”旅游，但她对这座城市了解不多，请你给她回复电子邮件，介绍家乡的情况，内容包括以下三点：
1. 谈谈“凉都·六盘水”的气候特点。
2. 推荐六盘水著名的旅游景点。
3. 对她的到来表示欢迎和祝愿。
注意：1. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
2. 开头与结尾已为你写好，不计入总词数。
3. 词数100个左右。
4. 可能使用的参考词汇
The Cool City 凉都     recommend 推荐   tourist attractions 旅游景点
Dear Susan，

I’m so happy to know that you are planning to visit my hometown, the Cool City· Liupanshui.

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Yours,

Li Hua

4 . Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Tickets

From $20.10

Lowest Price Guarantee 1 to 11 hours

See the beauty of Hong Kong from above by visiting Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck. Pre-booking admission means you’ll guarantee your entry and avoid waiting in long lines to purchase tickets. Get 360° views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong’s top landmarks. If you work up an appetite, you don’t have to leave, as there’s even a restaurant on site - Café 100 by The Ritz-Carlton.

Hong Kong International Airport Plaza Premium Lounge

From $66.19

Lowest Price Guarantee 3 to 12 hours

After arriving in Hong Kong, relax and unwind with hot showers, delicious food, and wireless Internet access before taking off on your departing flight with this Hong Kong International Airport Plaza Premium Lounge access. Customize your choice based on your layover to be sure there’s plenty of time to decompress and refresh before departure. Enjoy amenities such as hot food, beverages, wireless internet connection, and shower facilities.

Hong Kong Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private

From $154.96 Price varies by group size

Lowest Price Guarantee 4 hours

Get your bearings of Kowloon and taste your away around the city on this exciting Hong Kong night markets and street food tour. Take the stress out of getting lost by having a guide to lead the way. You’ll explore small side streets and night markets in Mong Kok and learn local secrets that you wouldn’t find out about otherwise. Your guide will advise you on the best local dishes to try, and you’ll enjoy 6-8 food tastings.

Brush Calligraphy Class / Chinese Ink Painting Class

From $65.32 Price varies by group size

Lowest Price Guarantee 1 hour 30 minutes

Art Connect and Communication is an institution that integrates art creation and cultural teaching. It hopes to create more diversified products with art and provide relevant courses to different people. ART CONNECT connects life with art, and affects life with life. We provide a variety of Chinese cultural experiences and exchanges. We provide the four Chinese arts of “Qin Qi, Calligraphy and Painting”, including cultural experiences such as guzheng, Chinese chess, calligraphy, and Chinese painting, to promote Chinese culture to people from different counties.

1. What is mentioned in Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Tickets?

A．The exact price of food.	B．Booking tickets ahead.
C．Getting 360° views of The Ritz-Carlton.	D．The introduction of Victoria Harbour.

2. How long will it last if you attend Brush Calligraphy Class?

A．One to eleven hours.	B．Three to twelve hours.
C．Four hours.	D．One and a half hours.

3. What does the four destinations have in common?

A．Lowest Price Guarantee.	B．Different price by group size.
C．Art creation and cultural teaching.	D．The best local dishes to try.

5 . Readers’ Favorite Running Routes

Paul Ghent, Belgium

I love running in Ghent. It is completely flat, so encouraging for beginners and people aiming for personal bests. There is a rowing lake with a 5km track. This connects with a nature reserve on an 8km loop. If that isn’t enough, there is another nature reserve, full of birds and canals surrounded by a 10km loop. I will be running my first marathon in Ghent in March 2022. Anyone?

Jennifer Nice, France

In Nice Provence, I really enjoyed joining the local joggers running along what is one of the most beautiful streets in the world—the Promenade des Anglais. You have the fresh salty sea breezes filling your lungs, the sun shining on the waves of the sea, and the beautiful buildings standing along the running route. Feel free to grab some fresh shellfish and a glass of wine on the beach as a reward.

Lisa Offa, UK

The Offa’s Dyke path, which runs from Prestatyn to Chepstow, provides stunning scenery and is just perfect to focus on the run. The sections of the route I like the most include the slopes (坡地) of Moel Famau and the section from Llangollen to Bodfari, where there is an excellent pub (The Dinorben Arms) to refuel in comfort. Perfect.

Richard Protaras, Cyprus

My favorite route is in Protaras, Cyprus. There is a path that runs from Fig Tree bay to Polyxenia beach and you have wonderful views of the bays and beaches while running. The amazing clear seas and sandy beaches make it very pleasant. The best time to go is early morning when the sun isn’t blazing and the paths aren’t too busy with holidaymakers.

1. Which route best suits people who enjoy nature reserves?

A．Nice, France.	B．Offa, UK.
C．Ghent, Belgium.	D．Protaras, Cyprus.

2. What do the routes shared by Jennifer and Richard have in common?

A．They have beautiful streets.	B．They have lovely sea views.
C．They are famous for seafood.	D．They are fit for morning runners.

3. Where can the text be found?

A．In a science paper.	B．In a history novel.
C．In a sports magazine.	D．In a geography textbook.

7 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

After cycling 2,000 kilometers in 18 days, Lan Huiyun and his 13 students finally reached their destination — Qinghai Lake in Qinghai province on August 17.

Lan, 35,     1     geography teacher from Shanxi province, started out with his students on July 30, several days after they     2     (admit) into different universities. They set off from their campus and passed through the province Shanxi, Shaanxi, the Inner Mongolia and Gansu before arriving in Qinghai.

In early May, Lan began to plan a bicycle route     3     would allow the students to receive firsthand experience about local plants, climate and customs. He also provided training,     4     (include) bicycle operation, repairing skills and some basic first aid, to ensure their     5     (safe) and reduce the possibility of accidents. However, they encountered difficulties, such as flat tires and lack     6     oxygen, while cycling in high altitude regions.     7     (fortunate), all of them persisted and finally reached the destination.

It was not the first time that Lan     8     (organize) such journeys to commemorate (纪念) the end of high school. Although it costs time and energy     9     (arrange) such activities, he will continue to bring     10     (many) students to cycle outside in the future because cycling can broaden their horizons.

8 . Traveling along the old Silk Road can be a quite interesting and rewarding experience. Here is some information that the visitor should consider when planning a possible travel on the road.

Language. While traveling along the road, the visitor can meet with about 20 different nationalities.     1    . However, Some ethnic groups began learning Mandarin（普通话）and adopted the lifestyle of the Han people. Chinese became the official language in the autonomous regions.     2    .

Accommodations. The Silk Road spans most of China, from modern cities in the central China to villages and towns in the remote west. Accordingly, accommodations along the route range from high standard hotels to simple guesthouses.

In big cities like Dunhuang, Urumqi, Lanzhou, the visitor can enjoy high standard hotels. They all provide excellent conditions, good services and they are quite safe.     3     . Visitors without money may consider the cheaper guesthouses because these guesthouses with simpler equipment and basic service are fit enough to live in for most Chinese travelers. In the remote villages, only simple accommodations are available.     4    

Travel by Road. Buses are the most inexpensive method of transport along the Silk Road but, unfortunately, they are very slow.     5     . A travel by car can be the only way to visit sites far from cities or towns that would otherwise be hard to reach. Rental prices are based on the number of days and kilometers traveled, and sometimes they can be negotiated（协商）.

A．It offers good views of the mountains

B．Some of them speak their own languages

C．Learn some of their languages before going

D．But this kind of hotels is also the most expensive

E．Cars are offered by some travel agencies and hotels

F．These locations offer nothing but a quite simple room

G．Today, Chinese can be easily used among these nationalities

9 . Get ready for the journey of a lifetime — this driving route will introduce you to the very best of the South Island of New Zealand.

Day 1   Methven — Geraldine—Timaru — Lake Tekapo

Keen golfers may like to get up early for a round of golf before continuing their journey to Geraldine，a pretty town known for its clothing stores and delicious foods. Stop for lunch and explore Caroline Bay. Afterwards，drive west to admire the lakeside Church of the Good Shepherd，and then spend the afternoon at Lake Tekapo enjoying the great outdoors — perhaps fishing or hiking.

Day 2   Lake Tekapo — Twizel — Oamaru

Start your day with a sightseeing tour by helicopter — the best way to enjoy the scenery including Mt Cook. Next，drive south along SH 8 to Omarama，a popular place for gliding. Turn off SH 8 and head east along SH 83 through the beautiful Waitaki Valley to Oamaru. At dusk，visit the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony to watch the world’s smallest penguins come ashore.

Day 3   Oamaru — Dunedin

Drive south along SH 1 to Dunedin and spend the rest of the day enjoying many experiences Dunedin has to offer. History lovers will enjoy fantastic museums and historic houses such as Larnach Castle. Get back to nature — drive out along Otago Peninsula to visit the NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium.

Day 4   Dunedin — Te Anau — Milford Sound

Make sure your camera is charged because Day 4 is the most wonderful sightseeing. Visit the Department of Conservation for an insight into the region’s natural treasures before setting out for Milford Sound. A guided tour is an excellent choice that allows you to focus on the scenery.

1. On which day can you enjoy the most beautiful scenery？

A．Day 1	B．Day 2
C．Day 3	D．Day 4

2. If you would like to explore history along the journey，you can stop at_________.

A．Te Anau	B．Milford Sound
C．Larnach Castle	D．Waitaki Valley

3. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage？

A．Drive all through SH 8，and you will see the world’s smallest penguins.

B．Outdoor sports fans can have great fun during this journey.

C．No shopping is recommended along this journey.

D．No guide is available during this journey.

10 . Some best places to go in Shanghai

The Bund

1.3 miles to city center

Type: Free, Neighborhood/Area，Sightseeing

Time to spend: 1 to 2 hours

Shanghai’s picturesque waterfront, known as “the Bund,” is where you’ll find those classic skyline photo opportunities. With the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, the Shanghai World Financial Center and other skyscrapers standing across the Huangpu River, the view stuns. And behind you, attractive European-style buildings housing restaurants and shops line the waterfront boulevard, affording plenty of activities.

Shanghai Museum

0.2 miles to city center

Type: Museums, Free, Sightseeing

Time to spend: 2 hours to half day

Located on the People’s Square near Nanjing Road, the Shanghai Museum is hard to miss thanks to its distinct architecture and remarkable size. And you really shouldn’t skip this historical gem. Frequently called one of the best museums in China, this expansive museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts that chart the nation’s history. Highlights include ornate calligraphy, beautiful jade carvings, thousand-year-old bronze works and traditional Chinese garb.

Zhujiajiao

26.3 miles to city center

Type: Free, Neighborhood/Area

Time to spend: half day to full day

This ancient water town, the Venice of Shanghai, saw its heyday during the Ming Dynasty, when its success as a commercial hub resulted in the construction of its picturesque waterways. The area remains composed of numerous canals with bridges connecting visitors to scores of charming narrow streets. Expect to find tiny cafes down back alleys, friendly boatmen offering rides and hole-in-the-wall shops selling souvenirs.

Nanjing Road

0.9 miles to city center

Type: Free, Neighborhood/Area, Shopping

Time to spend: 2 hours to half day

Whether or not you have money to bum, consider visiting Nanjing Road to witness the hustle and bustle of Chinese commerce. The Shanghai equivalent of New York’s Fifth Avenue, Nanjing Road stretches six miles total and boasts retailers from all over the world in addition to local shops and department stores. In the daylight, you’ll admire the graceful architecture of the surrounding buildings. At night, you’ll be surprised at the beautiful logos and brand names that line the avenue.

1. Which places is the farthest from city center?

A．The Bund.

B．Shanghai Museum.

C．Zhujiajiao.

D．Nanjing Road.

2. What can we do in the Bund?

A．See the Venice in Shanghai.	B．Enjoy skyscrapers.
C．Collect diverse collection of artifacts.	D．Spend money in shopping.

3. What do Zhujiajiao and Nanjing Road have in common?

A．Waterways.

B．Two hours’ trip.

C．Bridges.

D．Commerce.