The most famous, most traveled to, and most popular city in all of Australia is the city of Sydney. Sydney sits on the shores of Sydney Harbour and is an
Sydney is also blessed with being very near to a number of natural areas in the surrounding region
Sydney also offers attractions like Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney Tower, and Taronga Zoo. There are also a wide variety of fun things to do in and around the Sydney area. Swimming and spending time at the beach
Sydney is also very bicycle friendly and it is possible
2 . If you want to find a place of interest to spend your summer vacation, think about the following locations.
The Nautilus Maldives
Opened in 2019,this independent，Maldivian-owned resort(度假村）is the island nation’s only Relais & Chateaux property. It’s located off a beautiful sandy island in the Indian Ocean, which has been officially recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for its stunning coral reefs and various marine life. Splendid, oversized accommodations are balanced with plain inners, intended to be in harmony with the surrounding natural scenery.
Six Senses Laamu, the Maldives
Sustainability lies at the core of the unique, luxurious resort in the Maldives’ isolated Laamu Atoll. The three-storied overwater buildings are constructed of local materials, which brings money to nearby island communities. Follow it up with a meal made from produce grown in the islands gardens without using artificial chemicals and freshly caught seafood from local fishermen. Finally, treat yourself to one of the many spa treatments at the Six Senses Spa overlooking the ocean.
Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, French Polynesia
Built along a small island, the overwater buildings at the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora rise over the island, blue waters. Inners are simple, inspired by the natural style of a traditional Polynesian village, and all have indoor-outdoor spaces with ladders for access to the lake. Choose from one of three views: beach, lake, or, our favorite, mountain.
Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Qatar
On a private island twenty minutes by boat from Qatar’s capital city, this resort houses the Persian Gulf’s 11 Maldivian-inspired overwater buildings on a scale only found in the Middle East. Think: two and three-bedroom units (beginning at 2,500 square feet), each equipped with facilities like a private full-sized swimming pool.
1. What is the building feature of The Nautilus Maldives?| A．Its building material is sand. | B．It is integrated with nature. |
| C．It is designed by UNESCO. | D．Its rooms are not big enough. |
| A．The Nautilus Maldives |
| B．Six Senses Laamu, the Maldives |
| C．Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Qatar |
| D．Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, French Polynesia |
| A．They are built overwater. | B．They offer spa service. |
| C．They are on private islands. | D．They adopt Polynesian style. |
3 . Bike tours
Bike to Mount Vernon
A self-guided two-way ride on the Mount Vernon Trail. This scenic trail takes riders through Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve and Belleview Park. The banks of the Potomac bring you back to an early America, making the ride a wonderful way to approach the timeless feel of the Mount Vernon Estates.
Time: 3-7 hours Distance: 18 miles Adults: S48 Kids; S32
Monumental Electric Bike Tour
See it all on our tour where we ride the entire National Mall and circle Tidal Basin. Your knowledgeable guide will lead you past the Smithsonian Museums, and around to all the major sites including the U. S. Capitol, Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington Monument, WWII Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, etc.
Time: 3 to 3.5 hours Distance: 9 miles Adults*: $79
*Must be at least 16 years old to participate.
Monuments@Nite Bike Tour
Join us as we bike toward the setting sun...there's no better way to spend an evening Washington! This evening bike tour takes you to the National Mall and the Tidal Basin when the monuments are less crowded and the air is cooler. Riders are equipped with reflective vests (背心)and safety lights.
Time: 3 hours Distance: 4 miles Adults: $49 Kids (12 under): $39
Bike the Great Allegheny Passage
National Geographic calls this trail “An American Classic” and named it one of the “Best Fall Trips of 2012”! Stay in B&Bs, hotels, or campsites while riding through this incredible part of the country.
Time: 5-7 days Distance: 300 miles Adults: $189
Must be at least 16 years old to participate.
1. Which place will the ride to Mount Vernon pass?| A．Belleview Park. | B．The Tidal Basin. |
| C．The Lincoln Memorial. | D．The U. S. Capitol. |
| A．$80 | B．$88 | C．$98 | D．$189 |
| A．The 4-mile tour. | B．The 9-mile tour. |
| C．The 18-mile tour. | D．The 300-mile tour. |
4 . Got 48 hours to relax yourself？You'll maximize your time and fun at "these amazing destinations.
Alabama：Gulf Shores
For relaxing weekend getaways in Alabama, head south to the white﹣sand beaches of Gulf Shores. Get on the water for some deep﹣sea fishing. History lovers can get a lesson in the Civil War along a 90﹣mile path with more than a dozen historic sites.
Alaska：Homer
How does fresh seafood sound？You'll find it in Homer, located in south﹣central Alaska, which is either a short flight or a great four﹣hour scenic drive on the Seward Highway from Anchorage. Get your fill of fishing in Kachemak Bay, explore local trails and enjoy exceptional birding in this remote natural setting.
Arizona：Sedona
Adventurous types can get their fill in the magical red rocks of Sedona, which is said to be the location of healing centers of energy. People flood to the area to meditate, practice yoga and more. Sedona also offers fantastic hiking, off﹣roading, biking, and even climbing.
Arkansas：Hot Springs
Relax and renew in Arkansas, hot waters in Hot Springs, an art community with Art Deco architecture that is also the home of Hot Springs National Park. Make time for a visit to Bathhouse Row, a National Historic Landmark of eight bathhouses, and Superior Bathhouse Brewery, which produces beer made of the hot spring water inside the National Park. Don't miss these National Parks that are off the beaten path.
1. Which activity can be found in both Gulf Shores and Homer？| A．Going fishing. |
| B．Taking a flight. |
| C．Enjoying beautiful birds. |
| D．Visiting historic sites. |
| A．Gulf Shores. |
| B．Homer. |
| C．Sedona. |
| D．Hot Springs. |
| A．Its self﹣made beer. |
| B．Its architecture. |
| C．Its bathhouses. |
| D．Its paths. |
5 . Travelling by rail, you’ll get a completely different experience, which can’t be matched by flying or driving. The following are four best slow routes.
The Ghan
Where: Australia, from Adelaide to Darwin via Alice Springs.
When: The peak season is usually the winter (June, July, August), but going during the wet season (December, January) will allow you to see more wildlife.
Duration: Going straight through takes 52 hours.
Highlights: Going through Australia’s Red Centre with blue skies and red earth, enjoying a beautiful and peaceful experience.
The Royal Scotsman
Where: Travels around the Scottish Highlands or all the way around Great Britain.
When: Up to 20 hours of daylight in June makes it the perfect time to watch birds flying over mirror-like lakes.
Duration: Trips can be as short as two days or as long as seven.
Highlights: Possibly the most expensive train journey in the world, with a minimum of ￡2,350 per person for a two-night trip. You’ ll be treated like a king or a queen. Hearty meals, fine wines and carriages that look like rooms at Balmoral Castle await you.
The Rocky Mountaineer
Where: Canada, from Vancouver to Banff, Jasper and Calgary.
When: In June, which is springtime in the Rockies.
Duration: Between two and eight days, travelling only in daylight.
Highlights: Spectacular views of the Rocky Mountains, traditional native storytelling, wine classes and natural history workshops.
Eastern and Oriental Express
Where: From Thailand, through Malaysia, to Singapore.
When: April and May, for the least humid weather.
Duration: Trips vary from two to eight days.
Highlights: From golden temples and rice fields to metropolitan cities, this luxurious train displays the best of the countries it passes through.
1. In which month are more routes available?| A．January. | B．April. | C．June. | D．August. |
| A．A flight over lakes. | B．Noble service |
| C．Native story-telling. | D．Wine making. |
| A．The Ghan. | B．The Royal Scotsman. |
| C．The Rocky Mountaineer. | D．Eastern and Oriental Express |
6 . Not all walks need be a forced march. Here are 4 of Britain's gentlest routes, both urban trails and countryside meanderings（曲径）.
The Grand Union Canal, Birmingham
Start Point:The Bordesley Centre
The original Grand Union Canal runs for 137 miles, taking you through an industrial area to discover the hidden world of canals, with narrow boats, wildlife and fishermen. Along the canal, look out for wildflowers and birdlife, and narrow boats negotiating the locks. The walk can be extended along the canal at either end to make it flexible in length.
Warley Woods, Keswick
Start point:Keswick Youth Hostel
Starting in the centre of Keswick, this walk takes you up through Castlehead Wood, the perfect place for a woodland adventure, and to a wonderful viewpoint over Derwentwater and the surrounding mountains. The route then takes you down to the lakeshore and returns across Crow Park to the market square.
Chester-le-Street, County Durham
Start point:Chester-le-Street Amateur Rowing Club
A lovely riverside walk along the banks of the River Wear, through Riverside Park and past Durham county football club. The circular route follows a curve in the river, meaning you'll have beautiful views along the way. Watch the rowers on the river or stop in the park to feed the swans and ducks. This walk is wheelchair-friendly.
Hathersage Flower Meadows（草地），Derbyshire
Start point:Hathersage Railway Station
There are attractive views to be appreciated throughout this scenic walk and two sites of protected meadow offer a real treat to summertime walkers. Fans of the works of great masters, like Charlotte Bronte, will enjoy spotting several places that are closely associated with the authors.
1. What can you do in Warley Woods?| A．Enjoy mountain scenery. |
| B．Walk along the canal. |
| C．Go boating on the lake. |
| D．Do shopping in the park. |
| A．It is attractive to shoppers. |
| B．It is available to the disabled. |
| C．It is friendly to foreign tourists. |
| D．It is popular with football fans. |
| A．The Grand Union Canal. |
| B．Warley Woods. |
| C．Chester-le-Street. |
| D．Hathersage Flower Meadows. |
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8 . China has a history of thousands of years， which gives it a lot of historical sites which include the Summer Place， the Forbidden City， the Terracotta Army， the Potala Palace and the Mogao Grottoe. All of these are UNESCO World heritage.
The Summer Palace： China's Largest Imperial Garden
Location： Beijing
The Summer Palace is China's largest imperial garden. UNESCO added this 300﹣hectare site to the World Heritage List in 1998. There are numerous stores in Suzhou Street， selling souvenirs like antiques snacks， silk， jewelry and tea. The shop assistants there are dressed in the costumes of the Qing Dynasty.
The Terracotta Warriors： First Emperor Qin's Buried Army
Location： Xi'an
The museum covers an area of 22， 780 square meters. Over 8，000 life﹣size terracotta soldiers and horses and more than 10，000 bronze weapons were unearthed. The Terracotta Army is candidate for the title "eighth wonder of the world".
The Potala Palace： Masterpiece of Tibetan Architecture
Location： Lhasa
It was first built as the palace of Songtsen Gampo（617﹣650），founder of the Tu﹣Bo Dynasty. After being rebuilt in the 17th century， it was the residence of Dalai Lamas. There are plenty of precious historical relics in the palace， including over 10，000 Buddha statues made or gold， silver， jade， wood or clay.
The Mogao Grottoes： a Holy land of Buddhist Art
Location： Dunhuang
The Mogao Grottoes has 735 grottoes， 450，000 square meters of mural paintings， 2， 415 colored Buddha statues made of clay， and more than 50，000 historical relics. All of these make the Mogao Grottoes the largest and the most significant land of Buddhist art.
There are some bestsellers including some of these historical sites：
▪4﹣Day Lhasa Highlight Tour
▪11﹣Day Classic Wonders Tour﹣Beijing， Xi'an， Lhasa
▪16﹣Day Memories of China with Yangtze Cruise﹣Beijing， Xian， Yangtze， Shanghai
You could always contact us to tailor your own unique tour of China's historical sites.
1. Where can you buy gifts for your friend who is a tea lover？| A．At the Potala palace. |
| B．At the Terracotta Warriors. |
| C．At the Summer palace. |
| D．At the Mogao Grottoes. |
| A．China's largest imperial garden |
| B．Buddha statues made of jade |
| C．terracotta soldiers and horses |
| D．grottoes with mural paintings |
| A．The Terracotta Warriors is the eighth wonder of the world. |
| B．The Mogao Grottoes is the most important place of Buddhist art. |
| C．Only three tour packages are available for tourists to choose. |
| D．The Potala Palace was first constructed for the residence of Dalai lamas. |
9 . HEARST CASTL, CA
Hearst Castle is open for tours daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Tour A -- The Grand Rooms
View the ground floor rooms of La Casa Grande where Mr. Hearst’s guests met their host and were entertained during their stay. See the Assembly Room, where guests met for cocktails, the Refectory, where meals were served, the Morning Room, Billiard Theater. Your knowledgeable guide will bring this big house to life sharing stories about Mr. Hearst, his many guests, and the art collection it contains.
Prices: Adults: $25.00; Children: $12.00.
Tour B – The Upstairs Suites (套房)
This tour features rooms on the upper floors of Casa Grande. Travel through guest suites on your way to the Library where Mr. Hearst housed a collection of 2,000-year-old Greek pots.
Visit Mr. Hearst’s private third floor suite including his bedroom and private study where he held business meetings. Learn about the genius of architect Julia Morgan and the way she put Mr. Hearst’s art collection into the design.
Prices: Adults: $20.00; Children: $10.00.
Tour C – Evening Tour
This tour allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as a visitor to the Castle in the 1930s might have. It features highlights from the experience, Upper Floors of Casa Grande, and Garden tours.
Evening tours are offered on most Fridays and Saturdays during March – May & October – December.
Prices: Adults: $36.00; Children: $18.00.
Tour D – Accessible Holiday Twilight
This tour is wheelchair accessible. Visitors who have difficulty climbing stairs, or who cannot stand or walk for extended period, may also benefit from this tour. Accessible transportation is provided from the Visitor Center to all areas of the Holiday at Hearst Castle tour. Call 866-712-2286 for additional information.
Prices: Adults: $30.00; Children: $18.00.
1. Which place can you take your child to visit if you have not much available money?| A．The Morning Room. | B．The Upstairs Suites. |
| C．The Grand Rooms. | D．The Billiard Room. |
| A．A Saturday in July. | B．A Saturday in April. |
| C．A Friday in January. | D．A Friday in September. |
| A．Tour A. | B．Tour B. |
| C．Tour C. | D．Tour D. |
10 . Be a good tourist
Tourism can be good or bad. Yes, it brings in money for the local economy and creates lots of jobs for locals, but it may also bring some problems.
Another big problem in some places has been tourists disturbing the local people and life.
The number of problems from tourists is endless: walking in large groups without considering others who need to walk by, crossing roads without observing local traffic laws, and many more. The only way to solve the issue of the terrible tourist is to make sure that you not the one!
Remember, whenever you step outside your country’s borders, you are representing your country to the rest of the world.
| A．Just think from other aspects. |
| B．When in Rome, do as the Romans do. |
| C．Have fun in a way that does not disturb others. |
| D．Be the best, kindest, most polite tourist possible. |
| E．I have three words for people like this: please stop it. |
| F．One growing problem is tourists who want to prove that they have visited someplace. |
| G．Some tourists wander around and take pictures of local people without asking for their permission. |
