1 . Family Travel: On the Road Again
The classic road trip is more popular than ever. Here are few places to visit.
Colo Roads
The Colorado Tourism Office has made it easy for road-trippers to explore the state’s 24 Scenic &Historic Byways. A new microsite includes an interactive map that lets travelers explore options by region, interest or season. Travelers seeking inspiration can also get trip suggestions within more than 150 Colo-Road Trip plans. The plans offer suggestions for historic attractions, active adventures and cultural opportunities.
The Beartooth Highway
Visitors who travel his amazing road experience the beautiful scenery (风景) of Montana, Wyoming and Yellowstone Park, home to the Absaroka and Beartooth mountains. The 68-mile highway introduces road explorers to one of the most different ecosystems reachable by car. Extremely beautiful, the road shows wide plateaus (高原) painted with blue icy lakes, forested valleys, waterfalls and wildlife.
California Dreaming
For impressive coastal scenery and seaside breezes, drive the car for a trip up or down our western shore. Begin in Santa Monica, California, and wind your way past the Hearst Castle. Other road trip options include a tour which features the best surf spots, or uncover the strange attractions you’ll find in the California desert.
The Lighthouse Trail
Travel the 375 miles between Kittery and Calais, Maine, visit lighthouses along the way, and learn about the dangers that sea-going ships and seamen experienced along the Northeastern coast. Hear stories of the difficult and lonely life led by those who kept the lights burning brightly. If possible, visit the Maine Lighthouse Museum, where hands-on exhibits for children provide a good break.
1. How can travellers get trip suggestions about Colo Roads?| A．By drawing an interactive map. |
| B．By searching on a new microsite. |
| C．By attending Colorado cultural events. |
| D．By calling the Maine Tourism Office. |
| A．Colo Roads. | B．The Beartooth Highway. |
| C．Califoria Dreaming. | D．The Lighthouse Trail. |
| A．It ends at a lighthouse museum. |
| B．It is a lighthouse-themed journey. |
| C．It involves many strange attractions. |
| D．It offers experienced seamen as tour guides. |
Discover the best of Barcelona on this convenient City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off (随上随下) tour. Choose from a l-day or 2-day pass, relax on the open-top, double-decker bus, and enjoy your own sightseeing route as you travel along the three routes and learn about the landmarks via the onboard comments. Stay aboard to enjoy 360-degree views of the sights, and hop on and off at any of the 44 stops at leisure to explore top Barcelona attractions such as La Sagrada Familia, the medieval Gothic Quarter, the colorful Las Ramblas and more.
What’s Included
●1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus pass
●Access to 3 bus routes in the summer, 2 routes in the winter
● A coupon (优惠券) and booklet with over 200 Euros in discounts at Barcelona’s top attractions.
Additional Information
●Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
●Wheelchair accessible.
●The Red and Blue routes operate all year round (except 1st January and 25th December), from8:00 am — 8:00 pm. Duration — 120 minutes for full loop. Frequency — every 20 minutes. Tour start — Placa de Catalunya.
●The Green route operates 12th April — 3rd November only. Runs from 9:00 am — 7:00 pm. Duration — 40 minutes for full loop. Frequency — every 20 minutes. Tour start — Port Olimpic.
●Strollers (婴儿车) accessible
●Near public transportation
●Most travelers can participate
1. What can tourists do during the hop-on hop-off tour of Barcelona?| A．They can change routes freely. |
| B．They can comment on the tour via the board. |
| C．They can buy models of the landmarks on the bus. |
| D．They can get on and off the bus at any one of the 44 stops. |
| A．Booklets. | B．Free strollers. |
| C．Free wheelchairs. | D．A week’s bus pass. |
| A．The both start at the same time. |
| B．They both run every 20 minutes. |
| C．They both start from Port Olimpic. |
| D．The destinations are both Placa de Catalunya. |
3 . Earlier this summer, after packing my rucksack for a wild-camping holiday, I gazed at my belongings, and made a final adjustment to the contents of my bag.
I quickly emailed my travel companion, a photographer friend called Jacob to make sure I could have some pictures of our trip afterwards, so I could pop a few up on Instagram when I returned. And then I set off, feeling — for the first time in a number of trips — that I was genuinely escaping the stresses and strains of my everyday life.
During my three-day Insta-break, my stress levels decrease quickly within 24 hours.
| A．I also changed how I processed the trip itself. |
| B．So I am fully supportive of screen-free holidays. |
| C．I took out my iPhone, and threw it under my bed. |
| D．1 would lose track of my coworkers, my friends and my family. |
| E．None of them could touch me for the next three glorious days. |
| F．So this summer, as you plan your trip, ask if you can delete Instagram. |
| G．As a travel writer, abandoning my phone for my holiday felt like the extreme betrayal. |
4 . Want to fit the best of London in your two-week vacation? Here is a list of the best places you must visit in London. Without visiting these, a trip to this city is no more than just incomplete.
Buckingham Palace Perhaps the most famous palace in the world, Buckingham Palace is the official London residence of the British monarch (君主). State rooms are open to visitors only during the Palace's Summer Opening, which takes place in most of August and September. However, if you are heading to the palace at a different time, you can witness "Changing of the Guard'', where the guard is changed daily from April to July, and on alternate days from August to March.
British Museum This museum showcases works from the birth of human civilization to the modern age, and has contributions from all continents of the world. The main attractions include the much-debated Parthenon Marbles (Elgin Marbles), Mummy of Cleopatra from Thebes, and the Rosetta Stone. Entry to the museum is free.
London Eye The 32 capsules on the London Eye carry many visitors every day. Due to its 360 rotation ability, you can almost see the entire city of London, when you reach the top. Until the Shard's privately-operated deck opened in 2013, the London Eye was the tallest public viewing point.
London Zoo The world's oldest scientific zoo, the London Zoo consists of many different types of animals. This is also one of the best places for children, as you can book a VIP encounter with the animals for them. And what's more? You can also stay overnight at the zoo in Lookout Lodge.
1. When should you go if you want to visit a state room in the Buckingham Palace?| A．In April. | B．In September. |
| C．In July. | D．In January. |
| A．Parthenon Marbles. | B．the Rosetta Stone. |
| C．Royal Ceremonial Dress Collection. | D．Mummy of Cleopatra from Thebes. |
| A．You can visit the British Museum free of charge. |
| B．You can witness "Changing of the Guard" every other day in December. |
| C．You can see the almost entire city of London on the top of the London Eye. |
| D．You needn't buy a ticket for your kid to enter London Zoo. |
5 . Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) is the only show in the world to gather the world's top award-winning garden and flowery designers under one roof. This ''must-see'' event will impress you with a wide range of displays and activities that have been planned specially for you. An experience of a lifetime awaits at the Singapore Garden Festival for you and your family. Mark your calendar today!
Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
Worry that your child is bored? Sign him or her up for a guided tour in Jacob Ballas Children's Garden. It will stimulate a sense of wonder in your child as it promises a unique discovery and provides interesting learning experiences in a garden setting. Let your child explore and play so that they will learn to take care of plants and the environment while you admire the exhibits with a peace of mind.
Far East Organization Children's Garden
Your child can have a fun-filled day with interactive games, water play features and educational programs in an abundant natural setting at Far East Organization Children's Garden! The play zone contains play such as a sway (摇摆) bridge and stepping springs, and the Fish Fountain with an interactive landscape of water tunnels and different fish-Shaped sculpture.
Marine Cove Children's Outdoor Playground
Come and bring your child to the 3500-square-metre playground suitable for children of various ages! It is located next to the beach, offering users open spaces and a good view of the sea. Your child can also join in the fun at a play area with talking tubes, fun mirrors and a drum set! The playground also has play equipment for children who have disabilities to play together. This includes special needs equipment such as sensory play panels.
1. Why is Singapore Garden Festival a ''must-see'' event?| A．It is the only show to gather different roofs. |
| B．It is a grand awarding ceremony for designers. |
| C．It attracts flowery designers to the competition. |
| D．It brings together the world-class garden and flowery designs. |
| A．Have a good view of the sea. |
| B．Participate in interactive games. |
| C．Learn to look after the plants. |
| D．Know about ways to design gardens. |
| A．Marine Cove Children's Outdoor Playground. |
| B．Far East Organization Children's Garden. |
| C．Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. |
| D．The Fish Fountain. |
6 . August is one of the most popular months to travel for Chinese. Choosing the perfect destination for an August vacation isn't easy. We looked at airfare trends, climate data, and cultural calendars to select 4 vacation spots that are some of the best places to visit this August.
Mackinac Island, Michigan
Visitors can enjoy the sunny weather while boating, fishing, and sailing. On land, you can hop between historic sites like Fort Mackinac and Fort Holmes, both key sites in the War of 1812.
And sweet teeth will have something to celebrate too: the Fudge（软糖） Festival, which takes place every August and allows the many fudge shops on the island to show off their best work.
Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
Martha's Vineyard is praised as one of the most classic summer getaways in the United States.
The charming island south of Cape Cod is dotted with simple and elegant New England homes, relaxing sandy beaches. The sunny summer weather in August sets the perfect stage for a boat outing or a shopping trip to the town's shops of all kinds.
Krakow, Poland
Krakow, Poland, is the perfect mixture of history and nightlife.
Tourist favorites in Krakow include Wawel Cathedral, St. Mary's Basilica, and the Schindler's Factory museum, each of which gives a glance into Poland's religious and political history. After the sun sets, enjoy Krakow's world——famous bar and restaurant scene, and don't forget to pop into a cafe for a late-night snack.
Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Every year, one of the grandest wonders in nature is performed here—the Great Migration.
The annual migration sees more than 2 million wildebeest(羚羊), zebras make the dangerous journey across the Serengeti in search of greener fields. Along the way, predators(食肉动物) such as lions and crocodiles lie in wait for the incoming foods, providing tense scene for brave sightseers and nature lovers.
1. What do you enjoy when you go to Krakow?| A．Boating. | B．Bars and restaurants. |
| C．The Fudge Festival. | D．The Great Migration. |
| A．Mackinac Island. | B．Martha's Vineyard. |
| C．Krakow. | D．Maasai Mara National Reserve. |
| A．They are some of the best places to visit this August for Chinese. |
| B．The total cost of going to these places is roughly the same. |
| C．They all have historical scenes to visit. |
| D．They are all the favorite seaside of tourists. |
7 . WELCOME TO THE MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO！
As one of the finest zoological attractions in the USA, the zoo will entertain and educate you! The Milwaukee County Zoo houses about 1,800 animals and covers an area of 200 acres. Explore educational wildlife shows, fun attractions and wonderful special events. The zoo is a place where everyone can not only laugh but also learn---it’s a place to be amazed and encouraged---a place where nature and wonder meet!
HOURS & ENTRANCE FEES | |
HOURS: | ENTRANCE FEES: |
January 1 through February 28 | January 1 through March 31 |
Monday－Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. | Adult: $11.75 |
Saturday－Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Child (age 3 to 12): $8.75 |
March 1 through May 26 | Child (2 and under): Free |
Daily 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Senior Citizen (age 60 and over): |
May 27 through September 4 | $10.25 |
Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | April 1 through October 31 |
September 5 through October 31 | Adult: $14.25 |
Daily 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | Child (age 3 to 12): $11.25 |
November 1 through December 31 | Child (2 and under): Free |
Monday－Friday: 9:30 a.m. to 2: 30p.m. | Senior Citizen (age 60 and over): |
Saturday－Sunday: 9: 30 a.m. to 4:30 p. m. | $13.25 |
Animal buildings close a quarter prior | November 1 through December 31 |
to(在 之前) Zoo closing time. | Adult: $11.75 |
Child (age 3 to 12): $8.75 | |
Child (2 and under): Free | |
Senior Citizen (age 60 and over): | |
$10.25 | |
Family Free Days are sponsored( 赞 助 ) by North Shore Bank: They are January 7, February 4, March 4, October 7, November 4 and December 2. Note: Even during the Family Free Days, the parking fee remains IN EFFECT.
1. If you visit animal buildings on Wednesday in November, you have to leave____.| A．before 2: 15 p. m | B．before 2: 30 p. m. |
| C．before 4: 15 p. m. | D．before 4: 30 p. m. |
| A．32.25 dollars | B．39.75 dollars |
| C．41.00 dollars | D．51.00 dollars |
| A．It’s the best zoo in the USA. |
| B．Visitors have to pay parking fees whenever they come. |
| C．The educational wildlife shows attract most visitors. |
| D．It’s free of charge during festivals. |
8 . If you're looking to fully experience Africa's breathtaking scenery, and have an eye for adventure, then there's only one place to be. Here, inside Africa picks four of the best hikes from across the continent.
1.Kilimanjaro
Make it to the top of Tanzania's 5,895-meter Kilimanjaro, and you'll be standing at Africa's highest point. The mountain is Africa's most-visited hiking destination, attracting tens of thousands of tourists and adventures every year.
You don't have to a technical climber to climb Mount Kilimanjaro; you just need not be pretty physically fit. There are six routes to choose from difficulty, scenery and success. No special equipment
2.Atlas mountains
The High Atlas is an impressive mountainous range in central Morocco that hosts North Africa's highest peak. Mount Toubkal, at 4,165 meters. There's a variety of routes to follow during your climb but inexperienced climbers should note that the hike through the mountain's challenging zones is quite demanding.
3.Mount Kenya
A long-extinct volcano. Mount Kenya is Africa's second-highest peak, at 5,199 meters.
Lying just south of the equator, the mountain's deep valleys and diverse wildlife will guarantee you wonderful scenery and a fantastic hiking experience.
The climb, however, to the mountain's steep ice-capped peaks is quite challenging, making it the most technical, probably, in that East African area.
4.Mount Meru
Mount Meru may forever exist in the shadow of its neighbor, Kilimanjaro, but Tanzania's second-highest mountain (4,565 meters) has its own devotees.
It's less known, but Mount Meru is for the true enthusiast who wants to experience what very few people actually do.
Mount Meru is often used by mountaineers to accustom themselves before trying to conquer Kilimanjaro, or by those wanting a hike with the local Massai.
1. What do we know about Kilimanjaro?| A．It's comparatively easy to climb. |
| B．It's Africa's second highest mountain. |
| C．Its six routes are equally difficult. |
| D．It lies to the east of Tanzania. |
A．To avoid big crowds of climbers.  | B．To hike with the local Massai. |
| C．To get used to the situation. | D．To experience what most people do. |
| A．Kilimanjaro | B．Atlas mountains |
| C．Mount Kenya | D．Mount Meru |
9 . Salvador Dali (1904-1989) was one of the most popular of modern artists. The Pompidou Centre in Paris is showing its respect and admiration for the artist and his powerful personality with an exhibition bringing together over 200 paintings, sculptures, drawings and more. Among the works and masterworks on exhibition the visitor will find the best pieces, most importantly The Persistence of Memory. There is also L’Enigme sans Fin from 1938, works on paper, objects, and projects for stage and screen and selected parts from television programmes reflecting the artist’s showman qualities.
The visitor will enter the World of Dali through an egg and is met with the beginning, the world of birth. The exhibition follows a path of time and subject with the visitor exiting through the brain.
The exhibition shows how Dali draws the viewer between two infinities (无限). “From the infinity small to the infinity large, contraction and expansion coming in and out of focus: amazing Flemish accuracy and the showy Baroque of old painting that he used in his museum-theatre in Figueras,” explains the Pompidou Centre.
The fine selection of the major works was done in close collaboration (合作) with the Museo Nacional Reina Sofia in Madrid, Spain, and with contributions from other institutions like the Salvador Dali Museum in St. Petersburg.
1. Which of the following best describe Dali according to Paragraph 1?| A．Optimistic. | B．Productive. |
| C．Generous. | D．Traditional. |
| A．One of his masterworks. | B．A successful screen adaptation. |
| C．An artistic creation for the stage. | D．One of the beat TV programmes. |
| A．By popularity. | B．By importance. |
| C．By size and shape. | D．By time and subject. |
| A．Artworks. | B．Projects. |
| C．Donations. | D．Documents. |
