1 . Paris
The City of Light draws visitors from around the globe who come to see attractions like the Eiffel Tower, and the Louvre. Get lost wandering along the attractive stone streets, or relax on the banks of the Seine for hours. If you’re up for a quick day trip, head about 15 miles southwest of the city center to the Palace of Versailles, which offers guided and self-guided tours of the palace. The best time to visit Paris is from June to August and September to October.
London
London is home to a number of historical landmarks and modern-day attractions. If it’s your first time in London, plan to see the top attractions, such as the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace, and the British Museum, before sitting down to a classic afternoon tea or checking out a local pub. The best time to visit London is March through May when the temperatures are mild and the city’s parks are green.
Dubai
This Middle Eastern city is filled with some of the world’s most notable and unique attractions, including the Dubai Mall, indoor Ski Dubai and Burj Khalifa, the tallest building on the planet. But the city still holds onto its heritage, as seen in the Bastakiya Quarter and the traditional Gold and Spice (香料) markets. The best time to visit Dubai is from November to March.
Tokyo
Tokyo has an electric energy and plenty of attractions to discover. Foodies won’t be let down by the city’s unique fresh sushi and tasty seafood. Photographers will love taking in the sweeping panoramas (全景) from the top of the Tokyo Skytree. Those who love to shop will find plenty of must-have designer products in Ginza. The best time to visit Tokyo is between March and April and September and November.
1. What’s the best time for you to travel in London?A.February. | B.April. | C.June. | D.November. |
A.World-famous riverside views. | B.Delicious seafood. |
C.Afternoon tea culture. | D.Traditional gold markets. |
A.A magazine. | B.An encyclopedia. | C.A newspaper. | D.A textbook. |
I’ve had my fair share of travelling around China, and a recent week-long trip to Guizhou was my first time to the province. It was
I tried looking up meaning of the name Guizhou in the dictionary
Our trip began in Zunyi city, which enjoys great popularity among Chinese for the famous ‘Zunyi Conference’. Yet not much
The following journey was mind blowing as I went on to explore Anshun, a place that never fails
Each year more than 3 million people visit Rocky Mountain National Park, the third most-visited national park in the USA. Many of them arrive there by car, they drive along the Trail Ridge Road, which
People are attracted by its scenery, hiking trails and wildlife. The hiking trails include
Long hikes give visitors a chance to experience Rocky Mountain wildlife. Within the park
The
4 . Special Museums In Christchurch, New Zealand
Yaldhurst Museum
Yaldhurst Museum is a place for car lovers in Christchurch city, which displays classic cars over a span of a century. The small museum has a collection of the widest range of car models from horse model to buggy cars.
Open Time: Wednesday—Sunday 10 a. m. -5 p. m. with the last entry(进入) of 4 p. m.
Entrance fee: $10 for students, $20 for adults.
The Toy Collector
The Toy Collector is a new player in the museums in Christchurch. Born recently in 2016, the Toy Collector is for all toy lovers displaying a huge collection of toys from all ages. The place is not big, so you can trip down your memory in just an hour.
Open Time: Every day from 10 a. m. -4 p. m.
Entrance Fee: $20 for an adult, $5 for children.
The Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities
Come and explore the Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities, where you can see more than three thousand years of human history through an amazing collection of artifacts from Greek, Roman, Egyptian and Near Eastern cultures. Born in 2017, this small one-roomed museum is a new home for old objects.
Open Time: Wed - Sun from 11 a. m. -3 p. m.
Entrance Fee: Free to enter.
Rutherford’s Den
Rutherford’s Den is a historic space for the country’s most famous scientist—Ernest Rutherford, also known as the father of Nuclear Science. Opened in Christchurch Arts Center in 2016, it is a small interactive museum with collections of Rutherford’s works, such as TV, radio and even telephones.
Open time: 10 a. m. -5 p. m., every day except for Christmas Day.
Entrance Fee: $10 for adults,$5 for students and children.
1. When can visitors enter Yaldhurst Museum?A.At 4:30 p. m., Saturday. | B.At 10 a. m., Tuesday. |
C.At 5 p. m., Monday. | D.At 11 a. m., Thursday. |
A.Yaldhurst Museum. | B.The Toy Collector. |
C.The Teece Museum. | D.Rutherford’s Den.. |
A.They are all small in size. | B.They are all free for students. |
C.They are all new museums. | D.They are all heritage space. |
5 . New England Rails &Trails
DAY1: ARRIVE BOSTON
Upon arrival in your Boston Area hotel, enjoy a Welcome Dinner.
DAY 2: BOSTON — NORTH CONWAY
Enjoy a Boston City Tour featuring Boston Common, the Old State House, Beacon Hill and Old Ironsides. Later leave Boston and arrive in the picturesque North Conway area for a two-night stay.
DAY3: MT. WASHINGTON COG RAILWAY
This morning motorcoach to board the historic Mount Washington Cog Railway. Enjoy breathtaking views during your three-hour rail experience aboard the world’s first mountain-climbing Cog Railway to the top of the highest peak in the Northeast, Mount Washington. Enjoy the evening at your own pace.
DAY 4: NORTH CONWAY — BURLINGTON
This morning motorcoach along one of New England’s most popular scenic drives, the Kancamagus Highway. Later visit the Billings Farm & Museum, a modern working dairy farm and museum of Vermont life in the1890’s. Then arrive in Burlington for a two-night stay in the famous and historic Vermont mountain town.
DAY 5: VERMONT SIGHTSEEING
Visit the Shelburne Museum, located in Vermont’s scenic Lake Champlain Valley & one of the nation’s finest, most unconventional museums of art. Later visit the home of Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, founded in 1978 in a gas station in Burlington. Enjoy a brief factory tour and the creative flavors. Late afternoon return to your hotel.
DAY 6: BURLINGTON — PORTLAND, MAINE
This morning visit a Maple Sugar Farm to taste some Vermont Maple sweets and learn about the sugaring process. Later enjoy the amazing New England scenery enroute (在途中) to the Maine Coast. Arrive in scenic Portland, Maine for one night stay.
DAY7: PORTLAND — BOSTON — FLIGHT HOME
Today enjoy a scenic Casco Bay Cruise past lovely Victorian cottages on the shorelines of Little & Great Diamond Island. In the afternoon, travel to Boston & fly home with wonderful memories of your New England experiences.
1. How long will tourists stay on the Mount Washington Cog Railway?A.2 hours. | B.3 hours. | C.1 night. | D.2 nights. |
A.In Boston. | B.In Portland. | C.In Burlington. | D.In North Conway. |
A.Day 2. | B.Day 4. | C.Day 6. | D.Day 7. |
要点:1.问候语;
2. 旅行计划;
3. 询问李华的寒假计划。
注意:1.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;2.词数80左右。
参考词汇: high speed railway 高铁 book 预订
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7 . “Half the park is after dark” is more than a clever saying; it’s a way of life — especially for Tyler Nordgren. He’s an artist, astronomer and national park lover who invented the expression and illustrated (加插图) the accompanying poster (海报) series for the national parks. The printed pictures show the midnight blue sky with the vastness (浩瀚) of the Milky Way. They usually picture a star-lit silhouette (轮廓) of one of the park’s driving attractions, and most posters will mention “See the Milky Way” or “Half the Park Is After Dark.”
Unfortunately, the night sky, or the actual night sky, isn’t something most people get to experience fully. According to a recent study, over 80 percent of the world cannot see the whole night sky because of light pollution. From streetlights to buildings to giant advertisements — think Time Square in New York— artificial light illuminates (照亮) the night sky, stealing the stars from us. This is why Nordgren encourages us to get away from light pollution and experience the true starry sky in a national park.
“Think about all the history and all the people who ever looked up at the stars and wondered about the universe. That’s something that we no longer have today,” says Nordgren. “Get out into nature, and see the universe beyond our own atmosphere. And when you see that, you feel awe (敬畏),” says Nordgren. According to a 2018 study, experiencing awe can increase feelings of humility (谦逊) — making one kinder, more modest and more positive. One can feel this sense of awe after hiking a mountain or seeing the Milky Way.
Imagine experiencing a national park after dark. As the sun goes down, the park empties. Many park visitors return to their campsites or hotels, and now the park is quiet and peaceful. ”This is a great time to experience some of the park’s best features,“ Nordgren says. ”Your eyes will most likely adjust, but bringing a flashlight is always a good idea. It’s always wise to make sure you’re not hiking near cliffs (峭壁) in the dark and be aware of what sort of wildlife may be in the park.”
1. What is shown in the posters?A.The night sky above national parks. |
B.The crowdedness of national parks. |
C.The life of national park lovers. |
D.The promise to the protection of national parks. |
A.New York’s nightlife is very busy. |
B.Stars are the wonders existing beyond technology. |
C.City life without artificial light is hardly possible. |
D.Stars can hardly be seen in the night sky because of light pollution. |
A.Experiencing awe is helpful. |
B.Positive people tend to hike a mountain. |
C.It is difficult to see the Milky Way nowadays. |
D.People are becoming increasingly disconnected from nature. |
A.His concerns. | B.His humor. | C.His suggestions. | D.His expectation. |
It was a short flight from Shanghai to Xi’an. Xi’an is one of the four great ancient capitals of China with a history of over 3,100 years. Dating from the Ming Dynasty,
The Tang Dynasty Music and Dance show
Most visitors make their way
All too soon it was time to leave. I
9 . Paris is one of the most-visited destinations in the world. A relaxing trip to Paris takes a little bit of planning. Here are some tips for you to make your trip smooth.
Planning your trip
Have a passport for international travel. A passport costs $110 and takes 6-8weeks to arrive after you apply.
Booking Flights
The cheapest month to fly is March, especially if you can leave on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. You’ll save even more money by booking around 90 days in advance. In the summer months, tickets will be more expensive no matter when you book.
Enjoying Your Time
●Visit the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable symbol of Paris. To avoid the crowds, go to the Eiffel Tower early in the morning. It costs €25 to go to the top, or €10 to climb to the first 2 levels on foot.
● See the Notre Dame Cathedral
At present, the Notre Dame Cathedral is closed to tourists due to the fire that destroyed parts of the cathedral. However, you can still visit the outside of the cathedral.
● Go to the Louvre to see world-famous art
The Louvre hosts the Mona Lisa along with 35, 000 other pieces of art. If you’re pressed for time, visit the highlights. The Louvre costs €15 at the museum or €17 in advance (to skip most of the line).
● Take a day trip to Versailles
If you have a day to spare, head to the palace of Versailles, around 14 miles southwest of the city. Take a tour to see King Louis XVI’s palace and gardens. It costs €20 to visit the palace and grounds.
1. When can we book plane tickets to save the most money?A.In March. | B.In June. |
C.In August. | D.In December. |
A.You can climb to the top of the Eiffel Tower free of charge. |
B.Visitors can pay an extra to save the queue time in visiting the Louvre. |
C.The Notre Dame Cathedral was completely destroyed in a fire. |
D.Visiting the palace of Versailles is the most expensive among the four attractions. |
A.A travel brochure | B.A course plan. |
C.A research paper. | D.An encyclopedia. |
10 . Some people made a list of the best winter tourist destinations based on experts’ recommendation and readers’ votes, considering weather, crowds, seasonal events and other factors.
Cartagena
Located along Colombia’s Caribbean coast, Cartagena is a warm winter attraction being filled with historical sites. If you long for more wonderful water views, take a boat to the nearby Rosario Islands. Winter is a popular time to visit, so you should book your flight and hotel several months earlier.
Auckland
December to February may be the priciest and most crowded time to visit, but the city’s inviting weather makes up for these drawbacks. Calm winds provide a perfect environment for adventurous activities like climbing, jumping from the Auckland Harbour Bridge and skydiving. For a more relaxing vacation, walk through the Cornwall Park.
Phuket
You may find higher accommodation prices and crowds of tourists, but winter visits to this Thai island in the Andaman Sea offer several advantages. Phuket features outstanding weather in winter. You’ll avoid the area’s monsoon (季风) season and enjoy warm temperatures while lying on the banks of beaches. Another advantage: You can get out on the water to explore surrounding islands by boat,
Québec City
Winters here are known for being downright cold, but this Canadian city’s beauty makes the visit worthwhile. Head to Old Québec to see historical buildings dressed out in magical Christmas decoration, then go ice skating at Place d’ Youyille. Time your visit for February when several winter celebrations, such as the Carnaval de Québec and the Mois Multi art festival, take place throughout the city.
1. Which destination should you make a preparation in advance?A.Cartagena. | B.Auckland. | C.Phuket. | D.Québec City. |
A.They feature unique architecture. |
B.They are filled with historical sites. |
C.They provide adventurous activities. |
D.They both have pleasant weather. |
A.Try some extreme sports. | B.Appreciate ancient buildings. |
C.Experience skydiving. | D.Take a boat to explore islands. |