1 . A conversation is a meeting of two unique minds, and every person has something of value to share. Then what are the secrets of adding value to our daily casual conversations?

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It’s easy to see when someone is only excited about hearing his own voice and it makes you doubt whether he’s listening to anyone else’s thoughts. If you have something valuable say, five minutes of listening won’t change that. What the other person says may not only change your original thoughts.     2    .

Ask a few questions

Another way to add value to a conversation is to ask questions.     3    . Questions don’t have to be smart. If someone told you about his new dog, something as simple as “How have the kids reacted?” can allow him to spend an extra minute explaining what the change has meant to him.

Offer proper suggestions

This is a step a lot of people miss.     4    . For example, if the other person mentions an ability or connection you have but isn’t sure how he could make use of it, feel free to offer suggestions about how you could see it playing out. As you start focusing on how you can add value to others, you’ll begin to build deep, lasting relationships.

Ask what you can do to help

There are two sides to this coin. You’ll immediately stand out in a crowd if you offer to help someone. But make sure you’re truly able to deliver on your promise. You’ll build a valuable relationship if you offer to help and follow through.

    5    . But it takes time to create good conversational habits. Pick one tip from the list and focus on practicing it in your daily conversations. You’ll never regret the time you take to create habits that bring value and meaning to your conversations with others.

A．It also can make your talk more valuable.

B．Don’t get too absorbed in “your moment”.

C．As you ask questions, keep the key points in mind.

D．Valuable conversations lead to meaningful relationships.

E．Ask at least one question before moving on to a new topic.

F．They will remember that you made the effort to help them.

G．But it’s very important in adding value to the conversation.

2 . Take a step back in time and enjoy these once-in-a-lifetime train journeys.

The Rocky Mountaineer

Most notable are the wonderful views from your seat thanks to the big glass windows that bring the outside in along with good meals.

There are four roads to take. A favorite is the Coastal Package, which provides special Pacific Ocean views from Seattle to Vancouver before traveling through the Canadian borders.

One-to-fourteen-night packages are available.

Minimum price: $600.

Seven Stars in Kyushu

Considered one of Japan’s best trains, this service features (以……为特征) only seven carriages and 14 rooms. The train name, Seven Stars, stands for the seven most important aspects of the journey to Kyushu: the quality of the service, food, nature, hot springs, power spot, the friendliness of its people and history. Choose from a one-night trip or a four-day journey that takes you around the island in southern Japan.

Minimum price: $1,600.

The Maharajas’ Express

There’s no better way to take in the Taj Mahal than on Maharajas’ Express. Each of the 14 guest carriages is named after the famous jewels of the various Maharajas. The Presidential Suite includes an entire carriage, while all the other suites feature large windows. There are seven journeys throughout India to choose from, including one of their newest, The Southern Jewels.

Minimum price: $1,100.

The Belmond Andean Explorer

Named as South America’s best sleeper train and one of the most adventurous rail lines in the world, Peru’s Belmond Andean Explorer will take you on a one-or-two-night journey to experience the highlights from Cusco to Arequipa. Each of the 24 rooms on the train has its own bathroom, shower, and oxygen tanks & masks should the altitude start to get to you. There’s even an onboard SPA!

Minimum price : $680.

1. What’s the special use of the big glass windows on the Rocky Mountaineer train?

A．To bring in more fresh air.	B．To light up the meal tables.
C．To give passengers a better view.	D．To make the train more beautiful.

2. What does the train’s name “Seven Stars” represent?

A．The days of journey.	B．The number of the train’s carriages.
C．The important aspects of the train.	D．The features of the trip to Kyushu.

3. For which trip might the tourists need oxygen masks?

A．The Rocky Mountaineer.	B．The Belmond Andean Explorer.
C．Seven Stars in Kyushu.	D．The Maharajas’ Express.