1 . Blue Grotto, Italy
Despite its name, it is actually not a grotto(洞穴)but a sea cave, about 60m long. What makes it one of the most beautiful caves in the world is the blue color, as its name suggests. When you enter inside, you can see it is filled with weird blue light. This color is formed by the unique combination of the rocks, the entrance, the clear water and the whole shape. In fact, you can’t identify where the source of the blue light is.
Son Doong Cave, Vietnam
This is known as the largest cave in the world, not because of its length—in fact, it is just about 5km long. But its size comes from its enormous passages and caves, reaching 200m in height. In addition, there is an underground river, making the cave even more impressive.
Marble Caves, Chile
Located far from any road, the caves are accessible only by boat. This is the most beautiful cave structure in the world, in which crystal clear water is literally lightened by dazzling(使目眩)blue ice walls. A magical, fabulous, unreal and almost unearthly sight! The caves are best seen from September to February and earlier in the morning when the sunlight streams inside.
Reed Flute Cave, China
Its name comes from the reeds beside its entrance that have been used for making flutes(长笛). It is not too long and not too deep-only about 500m in length. What makes this cave more special is the history. It has been known since ancient times. And when you enter inside, you can see a lot of inscriptions(碑文)dating back to medieval times, starting from the times of the Tang Dynasty (around 792 AD).
1. What is Blue Grotto most famous for?| A．Its long history. | B．Its strange shape. | C．Its clear water. | D．Its amazing color. |
| A．At noon in March. | B．At night in October. |
| C．At sunrise in December. | D．In the morning in August. |
| A．The Blue Grotto. | B．Son Doong Cave. |
| C．Marble Caves. | D．Reed Flute Cave. |
2 . Cedar Creek Treehouse
Cedar Creek Treehouse is very high. About 15m above ground, it is wrapped around the trunk of an enormous 200-year-old red cedar tree. The treehouse is the brainchild of Bill Compher, who has created this special building at the border between Mount Rainier National Park and the Gifford Pinchot National Forest in Washington.
Access is along a 25m-long suspension bridge, then up a five-story stairway whose fourth floor is a glass observation area, where you can swing in a hammock (吊床) and enjoy the mountain views. On the fifth floor, the treehouse is divided into two levels: from the entrance there’s a surprisingly spacious living room, kitchen, bathroom and sunroom, while upstairs there are two double beds and skylights so you can take in the night sky.
But if this isn’t enough of a bird’s-eye-view, you can climb up a separate 30m stairway, walk across another suspension bridge to a glass observatory and admire the 360-degree views of the forest. But this is not for everyone. “Climbing an 85-foot staircase, walking a 45-foot-long suspension bridge to a treehouse observatory 100 feet in the sky... that takes a special kind of person.” wrote Compher on his website.
Need to know: Kids under 7 are not allowed inside the treehouse. Rates are $250 for two people per night, and $25 for each additional guest.
1. What can a guest do on the fifth floor?| A．Cook some food. | B．Rest in a hammock. |
| C．Stay in a glass observatory. | D．Walk on a suspension bridge. |
| A．$275. | B．$300. | C．$500. | D．$550. |
| A．advertisement | B．guidebook | C．instruction | D．diary |
3 . 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 isn’t 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 après-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 new learner with a tight budget, which skiing resort may you choose?| A．Breckenridge. | B．Aspen Snowmass. |
| C．Jackson Hole. | D．Aspen Highlands. |
| A．One ticket can be used in 4 ski areas. | B．It offers limited social activities. |
| C．It is an economical choice to ski there. | D．Visitors will feel sick for its high altitude. |
| A．They are not friendly to beginners. | B．They are very crowded sometimes. |
| C．The traffic is not very convenient. | D．The price is expensive. |
Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, is the economic and
Kunming’s mild climate makes it a good place
In addition to its own charms, Kunming serves as a base
5 . Join our small group journeys to explore your passions!
CALIFORNIA
Experience some of the most beautiful parts of the American West through one of the area’s most precious resources: water. Explore your own personal connection to water while learning about the complex demands on this limited resource with an expert. During a journey through California, hike, bike and raft your way across Northern California’s well-known watershed to better understand just how vital water is.
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PERU
Walk into the Sacred Valley of the Peruvian Andes and learn how the government has worked closely with international health groups to provide community-based health care to Peru’s diverse population. Learn first-hand from health workers and see how they treat disease and train community members to balance respect for traditional medical practices with more modern treatments.
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NEW YORK TO MILAN
Step behind the scenes of the fashion industry and learn to design and create your own ready-to-wear clothing line in the global centers of style and fashion, New York and Milan. With a style and fashion expert, group leaders and other teenagers study international trends in the fashion history, meet with fashion designers, and develop a full understanding of fashion and the ways it shapes and is shaped by identity and culture.
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CERN & THE SWISS ALPS
As scientists in Switzerland push the limits of human knowledge, how can they communicate their breakthroughs? Along with your leaders and an expert, visit world-class laboratories on the cutting edge of physics, biology and astronomy. Interview researchers and investigate the technical and human aspects of science.
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1. Which of the following journeys can improve your medical knowledge?| A．PERU. | B．CALIFORNIA. |
| C．NEW YORK TO MILAN. | D．CERN & THE SWISS ALPS. |
| A．On June 20. | B．On June 21. | C．On June 22. | D．On June 27. |
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6 . A 23-year-old woman has achieved an unbelievable feat that many of us dream of -visiting every country on Earth.
Lexie Alford was born into a family of travel agents, which gave her the opportunity to
I also loved visiting Northern Pakistan, for the natural beauty of the mountains and kindness of the locals were astonishing,” Lexie Alford said. “The most pleasant surprise about travelling to all these misunderstood areas of the world was that the countries that I had the
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| A．Dating back to 6000 years ago. | B．Featuring Greek and Roman civilization. |
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| A．Avoid taking kids to the Met. |
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