I was taking in the breathtaking view from the top of Sydney Harbor Bridge when I sensed I was about to witness something even more dramatic right in front of me. Although we were all tied to lines running along the steel girders, a fellow climber called Mike had somehow managed to drop onto bended knee and turn to face his girlfriend, Wendy. I knew what was coming. “Wendy, will you marry me?” he asked. There was a quick smile and an attempted kiss and then a big beam. Mike had the answer he hoped for and all of us burst into a round of applause.
Apparently more than 2,000 couples have become engaged ( 订 婚 ) at the summit since 1998, when it became possible to climb it in organized tour groups. The bridge, perhaps the most recognized symbol of this beautiful city, opened in 1932. It's still the world's largest steel-arch bridge.
We returned to the fantastic view: the famous Sydney Opera House, ferries and sailboats making their way through the harbor, the city skyline — but I had to force myself to look down. We had climbed 1,423 steps to the top of the bridge and I didn't know whether to be delighted or scared.
Nicole Kidman has done it. So have Bruce Springsteen, Prince Harry and scores of other celebrities. But climbing to the top clearly isn't just for the rich and famous. On the contrary, Australian youngsters do it to celebrate their 12th birthdays. (You have to be at least 12 years old to do the climb.) A 100-year-old woman climbed it and told guides it was on her list of things to do before she died.
You can climb during the day, at twilight, or even after dark with headlamps. People climb in all weathers except when there's lightning in the area. In fact, over two million people have made the three-and-a-half-hour climb to the top of the famous bridge—an adventure that cannot be done anywhere else in the world on a bridge this big. That's probably why this climb has won a lot of tourism awards. Today, the climb is firmly on the "to-do" list for locals as well as tourists.
【小题1】What can we learn on the bridge is quite rare?| A．Getting engaged on the bridge is quite rare. |
| B．People climb the bridge on climbers’ age. |
| C．There are no limitations on climbers’ age. |
| D．Many famous people have done the climb. |
| A．Bored and tired | B．Fearful and confused |
| C．Excited and nervous | D．Relived and relaxed |
| A．To introduce the popularity of the bridge. |
| B．To emphasize the importance of the bridge |
| C．To explain the functions of the bridge. |
| D．To describe the fantastic view from the bridge. |
Hurghada—A Water Sport Paradise
With 250 hotels ranking from comfortable 3-star hotels up to 5-star accommodation, the main attraction of staying here is the activities in and on the warm waters. It has become an international center for water sports, allowing visitors to take part in surfing, sailing and deep-sea fishing. The waters are also home to a huge variety of coral and fish, making it a dream spot for diving. If all that isn’t enough, Hurghada is home to some of the world’s finest underwater gardens.
Luxor—An Open-air Museum of Ancient History
For those with an interest in Egyptian history, Luxor is an excellent place to stay and is built upon the site of the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes. If you make this the base for your Egypt holiday, you’re basically staying in an open-air museum! The modern city of Luxor has the ruins of Karnak. Across the Nile lie many more monuments, temples and tombs including the Valley of Kings and the Queens. The Nile sailing is necessary for those with an interest in the country’s ancient history.
Cairo—The Capital City
Finally, of course, there’s Cairo. It’s definitely a starting point for most of Egypt holidaymakers. Cairo offers an excellent mix of culture, art, cooking and sightseeing chances. With the famous pyramids, various temples and some fascinating museum, Cairo is a fantastic choice if you can come to the city.
【小题1】Visitors flood to Hurghada mainly because it can offer them____________.
| A．the funniest botanic gardens | B．choices of water activities |
| C．a brief history of Egypt | D．the mix of culture and art |
| A．Cairo | B．Luror | C．Thebes | D．Hurghada |
| A．a historical document | B．a science magazine |
| C．a travel guide | D．a book review |
Universal Beijing Resort will be open to invited guests only during the trial operation, including selected resort partners and a limited number of winners on official marketing activities.
Located in Tongzhou, Beijing, Universal Beijing Resort offers plenty of places for visitors to explore. The Universal Studios theme park, Universal Citywalk Beijing, two hotels, and thirty-seven recreational facilities are all places popular with visitors. It is the fifth Universal Studios park in the world and the first in China.
During the trial operation, invited guests will experience selected rides, attractions, shows and dining services throughout the Universal Studios Beijing theme park on designated(指定的)dates.
The identity information of the invited guests will be preregistered(事先绑定)and invited guests must complete ticket and ID verification(核实), and related pandemic control process at the park entrance before entering the park.
Universal Studios Beijing Trial Operation Tickets will not be sold to the general public and cannot be transferred. The general public should be alert to the risks of fraudulent(虚假)trial operation tickets to avoid any personal losses.
【小题1】Who can go to Universal Beijing Resort during the trial operation?| A．Some selected resort partners |
| B．A certain number of winners on official marketing activities |
| C．Visitors who want to explore Universal Beijing Resort |
| D．Both A and B |
| A．all the rides, attractions, shows and dining services throughout the Universal Studios Beijing theme park |
| B．some selected rides, attractions, shows and dining services throughout the Universal Studios Beijing theme park |
| C．some selected rides, attractions park, shows and dining services throughout Universal Beijing Resort |
| D．all the rides, attractions, shows and dining services throughout Universal Beijing Resort |
| A．The invited guests must complete related pandemic control process at the park entrance |
| B．The invited guests must complete their identity information at the park entrance |
| C．The invited guests must preregister their ticket verification at the park entrance |
| D．The invited guests must preregister their ID verification at the park entrance |
| A．Universal Beijing Resort will be open to the public during the trial operation |
| B．Universal Beijing Resort will be open to invited guests on designated dates |
| C．Universal Beijing Resort will be open to invited guests during the trial operation |
| D．Universal Beijing Resort will be open to the public on designated dates |
| A．Informed of | B．Aware of | C．Told of | D．Warned of |
When you are arranging to travel alone, you may have a million questions: Where should you go? Will there be someone to talk to? How do you stay safe? And is it all right to travel alone? In fact, traveling alone is not as frightening as it seems.
Choose a place where you feel comfortable and safe
Honestly speaking, traveling alone for the first time is more about the experience than the destination. So make sure to choose a place that you feel comfortable with. It could be somewhere close to home.
Make a plan
Always make a plan. That way you’ll avoid worrying too much over where you’re staying, what to see and how you’re getting from A to B.
Book hotels ahead of time
When you’re traveling alone for the first time, booking hotels ahead of time is extremely necessary.
Scheduled accommodations can make you less nervous. In addition, when you book your hotel
If you’re going to a touristy place like Thailand, there are lots of other people who are traveling alone. Most likely, they’ll be easy to talk to and they’ll want to communicate. They might also ask you to join them for dinner or a beer. That happens a lot.
Let someone know where you are
Your family and friends love you and probably worry about you every day. What if you are travelling alone for a long time without keeping in touch with them?
| A．Ask people for help |
| B．Talk to people |
| C．The specific tips are as follows |
| D．So text them and let them know what you’re up to throughout your trip. |
| E．The first thing you need to do is believe in yourself |
| F．ask if they will send a driver to pick you up |
| G．It could be somewhere you’ve already been with friend as well. |
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