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2 . Going against the tide of flocking to well-known tourist destinations on vacation, a growing number of holidaymakers in China tend to spend their leisure time at lesser-known attractions. Reverse tourism (逆向旅游) has appeared as a new trend among young holidaymakers in China.
According to data from an online travel agency, the number of rooms booked at hotels in less-traveled cities during the holiday was up 30 percent year-on-year. Bookings for four-star or five-star hotels in less-traveled places all increased ten times at a minimum. Some lesser-known scenic spots posted double-digit (两位数的) growth during the holiday. Baimaiquan Park in Jinan, the capital of Shandong Province, received 52,100 visits in the seven days, up to 15.78 percent year-over-year.
Besides crowds, some vacationers chose less-traveled places to save on the cost of trips to popular destinations. In addition, lesser-known attractions are not as “commercial” as developed ones and are able to offer more actual experiences and natural encounters.
Essentially speaking, total relaxation is becoming a real expectation for many people when they travel. Changes in demand may be the fundamental reason for the popularity of reverse tourism. COVID-19 is another key factor fueling reverse tourism. As preventive measures continue, traveling has an unpredictable quality. Travelers have thus become more cautious and tend to choose local attractions or places with fewer tourists.
“The rise of reverse tourism is not a bad thing,” said Zhengzhou Daily. It means that vacationers now have more options, which brings more possibilities to the tourism market. More importantly, it noted, the trend is set to force popular destinations to improve themselves instead of resting on their past honor.
Jiang Han, a senior researcher, said that reverse tourism will become one of the future directions for the market. To give a real boost to the tourism market, Jiang suggested that more efforts be made to tap the potential of underestimated, lesser-known destinations. It is necessary to dig deeper into the local customs and highlight the local characteristics to improve the quality of local tourism.
1. What do the statistics in paragraph 2 tell us?A.The popularity of travel agency in China. |
B.The high income of hotels during holidays. |
C.The contributions of tourism to the economy. |
D.The increasing trend of reverse tourism in China. |
A.The impact of COVID-19. |
B.Holidaymakers’ changing needs for travel. |
C.The lower cost of heading to less-traveled places. |
D.The lack of innovative improvements in famous attractions. |
A.It will drop with the recovery of economy. |
B.It benefits both tourists and the tourism market. |
C.It is beneficial to spread local culture to tourists. |
D.It blocks the development of some popular resorts. |
A.Upgrading the supporting facilities in tourist areas. |
B.Improving the management rules of tourist attractions further. |
C.Exploring the potential and features of lesser-known attractions. |
D.Promoting the local characteristics of China through online media. |
1. Where did the tour start?
A.From Germany. | B.From Amsterdam. | C.From Switzerland. |
A.The art museums. | B.The Eiffel Tower. | C.The Montparnasse Tower. |
A.It offers good views. |
B.It covers more territory. |
C.It’s the cheapest travel means. |
A.It is easy to get lost. | B.It offers free coffee. | C.It is excellent. |
1. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A.An activity holiday. | B.Their hobbies. | C.The teamwork spirit. |
A.Climbing. | B.Walking. | C.Sailing. |
5 . It seems that we just can’t get enough of roller coasters. Today we look at some top amusement parks and the roller coasters which have helped make them famous.
Holiday World
It is a family park that resists the exciting atmosphere of its competitors and instead offers a more relaxing and friendly experience. Rare in that it is privately owned and it has many features other parks can’t match. There is lots of entertainment for youngsters, and the park’s family-friendly policy offers free entry to the water park, reasonable food prices and unlimited soft drinks free of charge.
Lake Compounce
Lake Compounce, one of America’s more traditional parks, is a rare find indeed. As the oldest continuously operating amusement park in the US, it has been a popular family spot since 1846. Like many old-time parks, it witnessed the danger of being closed. Luckily, in 1977, a well-known company gave its revival with new rides appealing to many new fans.
Knott’s Berry Farm
As one of America’s favourite theme parks, Knott’s has something for everyone. For those seeking a breathtaking rush, try the roller coaster, GhostRider or the Xcelerator. GhostRider is the single largest attraction in amusement park history and one of the longest and tallest wooden roller coasters in the world. If you are after something less exciting, go visit the heart of Knott’s, Ghost Town, for a glance of life in the Wild West of the 1880s. With its cowboys, steam trains and historic buildings-many transported from mining towns-Ghost Town will let you relive a piece of the past.
Islands of Adventure
In the style of Walt Disney World, Islands of Adventure is divided into themed “lands”. Unlike the sugar-coated Magic Kingdom, however, IOA features attractions promising to set the heart racing. While the Spiderman is fantastic, you haven’t truly lived until you’ve experienced The Incredible Hulk’s wild and unique uphill launch. The effect is like being trapped inside an airplane that’s flying out of control.
1. What is special about Holiday World?A.It provides free food. | B.It owns the latest ride technology. |
C.It belongs to an individual. | D.It creates the exciting atmosphere. |
A.Holiday World. | B.Lake Compounce. |
C.Knott’s Berry Farm. | D.Islands of Adventure. |
A.It is divided into different lands. | B.It plays many famous movies. |
C.It has more visitors waiting in line. | D.It provides a very exciting experience. |
6 . For most people traveling abroad, their first choice is probably to make a beeline for (直奔) tourist sights. For me, I find lots of joy in grocery (食品杂货店) shopping on holiday.
As a vegetarian (素食主义者), finding restaurants that meet my needs is not always easy abroad.
The variety of foods attracts me every time I travel somewhere new. In Malta, I found the most delicious chocolate-filled cakes, a product I would struggle to find even in the UK.
Grocery shopping on holiday sounds unusual. But it means being involved in the day-to-day lives of a country’s citizens. I can pretend I am a local and put myself in their shoes. I can watch kids begging their parents for sweets, an international experience that needs no language, or watch couples pick up snacks and drinks for a party on a Friday night.
A.I ended up eating these every day for breakfast. |
B.The challenge of finding food is interesting, too. |
C.So I always make sure to book a place with a kitchen. |
D.Grocery shopping was a vital part of the holiday experience. |
E.It’s an act of understanding people as much as of buying food. |
F.Corn pancakes always require a trip to the bigger grocery store. |
G.By wandering around in a new country, I start to see what they value. |
7 . Popular Theme Parks
Holiday World
Family-run Holiday World has developed into one of the most successful regional theme parks in the US, offering unlimited free soft drinks, free parking, free sunscreen and free Wi-Fi. The park is divided into four lands, each themed around a different holiday. Understandably, given that the park is located in Santa Claus, Indiana, one of these is Christmas, with the others being Thanksgiving, Halloween and the Fourth of July.
LEGOLAND California
As one of a number of similar LEGOLAND theme parks located all over the world, LEGOLAND California was the first to open in the US. Located in Carlsbad not far from San Diego, it fits families with children aged 2-12. The park hosts a variety of attractions inspired by LEGO toys, along with a predictably large number of stores selling LEGO toys.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Belonging to one of the world’s leading movie studios, Universal Studios Hollywood features attractions showing the art of movie-making. The park is divided into three main sections—the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the Upper and Lower Lots, including Jurassic Park, The Ride, Revenge of the Mummy, The Ride and Transformer, etc. Visitors can explore those sections by themselves.
SeaWorld San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego offers the chain’s standard selection of live shows interactive animal exhibits and other theme park attractions. Located on Mission Bay, it combines thrilling rides with up-close-and-personal experiences, and also offers children’s favorite performances starring sea lions, dolphins and even cats and dogs.
1. What will visitors do in Holiday World?A.Appreciate the art of movie-making. |
B.Spend different festivals in a day. |
C.Enjoy a variety of attractions. |
D.Explore the world’s leading movie studios. |
A.SeaWorld San Diego. | B.Universal Studios Hollywood. |
C.LEGOLAND California | D.Holiday World. |
A.A news report. | B.A world geography textbook. |
C.A travel website. | D.An entertainment magazine. |
8 . Attractions in Cumbria
In England’s north western corner is Cumbria. This is where modern tourism was born, in the shining lakes and silent mountains whose bright beauty inspired poets and painters to turn nature into art.
Rydal Mount & Gardens
Most famous family home of the celebrated poet William Wordsworth for 46 years. Situated in the Lake District with views of Lake Windermere and Rydal Water. Daffodils, the poet’s most famous poem published here in 1815.
Open: March to October 09:30- 17:00. November to December & February 11:00- 16:00. Closed Monday in winter.
Theatre by the Lake
Theatre by the Lake has a whole view of Derwentwater—no other professional theatre in Britain can match. Each year it stages up to eight of its own productions and has won multistarred reviews from national critics.
Open: 09:30-end of performance, 20:00 on non-performance days.
Cumberland Pencil Museum
Trace the history of pencil making and see how we make pencils today with a museum tour. Helpful tips are provided for emerging artists. Free entry to the Derwent shop with discounts on a range of Derwent Fine Art products.
Open: 09:30- 17:00 all year round.
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Explore a fascinating world where Beatrix Potter’s magical stories are brought to life in 3D. Meet Peter Rabbit and step into Mr McGregor’s garden. With a free activity book for kids, a family friendly cafe and gift shop, everyone can enjoy a bit of Beatrix Potter magic!
Open:7 days. 10:00- 17:30 Summer. 10:00- 16:30 Winter.
1. When is the Rydal Mount & Gardens open on Sunday in July?A.09:30- 17:00. | B.10:30- 16:00. | C.11:00- 16:00. | D.12:00 16:30. |
A.It is the most professional theatre. |
B.It gets reviews from the visitors. |
C.It performs others’ productions. |
D.It has a unique location. |
A.They have the same theme. | B.They both open every day. |
C.They attract local people. | D.They are full of magic. |
Mount Emei,
Three million years ago, the main part of Mount Emei
The Buddha statue of Samantabhadra,
Jiu Zhaigou National Park Location: in the north of Sichuan Famous for: green lakes,waterfalls, Colorful forests,snow peaks, Tibetan customs and blue ice, UNESCO World Heritage Site Best time to visit: from June To September. | Huangshan Mount Location: in the south of Anhui Famous for: unique guest-greeting pines, absurd stones, sea of clouds and amazing hot springs Abundant in: natural resources and various species, for which it has been listed as a World Natural and Cultural Heritage Site. Best time to visit: Different seasons around a year witness various and unique beauty. | Yungang Grottoes Location: in the south Datong,Shanxi Reasons to visit:Listed among top 4 grottoes in China, one of UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is said to be the best preserved Buddhist cave art in China with 53 caves containing over 51,000 Stone carvings of Buddha and Buddhist dating from the 5th and 6th centuries. Best time to visit: summer and autumn for cool weather. | Suzhou Classical Gardens Location: in the downtown area of Suzhou,Jiangsu Reasons to visit: Listed as a World Heritage Site in 1997,the gardens of Suzhou represent the Development Chinese landscape garden design ove more than 2000 years, including three most featured gardens in Suzhou: Humble Administrator's Garden, Master of the Nets Garden and Lingering Garden. Best time to visit: all year around. |
A.Unique waterfalls | B.Snow-covered peaks |
C.Ancient culture and art | D.Beautiful natural scenery. |
A.Being far from city. |
B.Being a man-made wonder. |
C.Being rich in natural resources |
D.Being a UNESCO World Heritage Site |
A.Yungang Grottoes | B.Huangshan Mount |
C.Suzhou Classical Gardens | D.Jiu Zhaigou National Park |