Four of the best off-grid (不入网的) stays in the UK
Shepherds’ RetreatGranite peaks, vivid green fields and speeding clouds are your only neighbours at this remote cottage in the Sperrins. Glass doors open straight on to this landscape, and though there’s no phone reception or wifi, there’s a TV with DVDs, and plenty of books to enjoy by the fire. There are stone circles and mountain bike trails (小路) nearby.
Laggan CottageOn the Ardnish peninsula (半岛) and accessible only by boat—or a three-hour hike—this comfortable off-grid pad is seriously isolated (偏僻的). There’s zero mobile signal and no TV. Paraffin lamps, wood-burning stoves for hot water and a Calor gas cooker are the only modern conveniences you get. It is perfect for a week of watching the wildlife, hiking, and swimming.
The Straw CottageCandles and lanterns, gas lamps and solar lights create atmosphere at this straw-bale cottage, constructed using centuries-old methods. With no electricity or wifi, this home set on Ty Gwyn Farm offers true escapism. Young explorers can play in the stream, follow a treasure hunt and toast marshmallows by the fire. Dogs are welcome, too.
East LodgeOther than the lack of wifi, East Lodge is a perfectly contemporary cottage. Arch windows accompany modern conveniences including a TV and DVDs for movie nights, though you may prefer to switch off and focus on outdoor fun, biking on nature trails and watching the wildlife.
【小题1】What might attract travelers to the four holiday destinations?A.Stylish decoration. | B.Convenient location. |
C.Back-to-nature stays. | D.Modern conveniences. |
A.Play games. | B.Swim in the sea. |
C.Read by the fire. | D.Watch the wildlife. |
A.Shepherds’ Retreat. | B.Laggan Cottage. |
C.The Straw Cottage. | D.East Lodge. |
How To Fund Your Travel And Be A Full-Time Wanderer
So many of us want to travel, but the tough question is, how do you travel without the safety of a regular income? The following are the top 4 secrets and some options to fund your travel.
Thinking Ahead
Once you decide to quit the job, you should start to think ahead. Reassess your lifestyle and evaluate how much you will need in a month to sustain yourself. It is important to foresee the expensive trips in a year, whether they are international or long duration trips, and sketch out a financial plan for them accordingly.
Working On Freelance(自由作家)Assignments
Getting freelance jobs has become easier in the well-connected world. The earnings made from these assignments may not be excellent initially but steadily if the required skill-set is developed, and it becomes a convenient source of income while on the road to fund your travel bug.
Getting A Job That Requires Travelling
There are a number of traveling jobs around the world. Teaching English is one of the most sought after traveling jobs. Also, the tourism and hotel industry are always looking out for managers or coordinators for their agencies and properties.
Learning The Art Of Volunteering
Volunteering with a non-profit organization is a great way to travel to some of the unexplored places. Many social enterprises have opened doors to volunteers from around the world and there are a number of activities that one can get involved in. From environment to education to textiles, this is a prevalent(流行的)choice among travelers and a great alternative way to fund your travel.
Do you have some other wonderful ways to keep your travel-pocket filled while on the move? Share with us in the comments below your smart ways to fund your travel bug.
【小题1】What is the characteristic of being a freelance?A.Easier and well-connected. | B.Excellent and well-paid. |
C.Stable and convenient. | D.Expensive and optional. |
A.There are various educational activities we can choose. |
B.It is the best alternative way to fund your travel. |
C.It can help us to explore some places that we are familiar with. |
D.Some companies have opened doors for volunteers to make money. |
A.Betty, a professional hotel manager overseas. |
B.Mr Lee, a tour guide with a lot of travelling experience. |
C.Alex, whose strength lies in writing and photography. |
D.Linda, who sets aside a certain amount of money monthly. |
There are some unusual wonders of our world places that most people haven’t heard about and probably don’t want to visit. But it’s good to take a step away from everything else we’ve known and see something new!
Library of Celsus, TürkiyeThe Library of Celsus was a public library built by Tiberius Julius Acquila in ancient Ephesus, now in modern-day Türkiye. It was built on the Mount Koressos and its construction began in 114 AD and ended in 117 AD. It is one of the best-preserved ancient buildings due to its Roman-time structures, which were built using marble, a type of hard, decorative stone.
Meteora, GreeceMeteora is a group of monasteries (修道院) in Greece located on top of tall rock pillars (柱子). Meteora contains 24 monasteries built on natural sandstone rock pillars between the 11th and 15th century AD. Meteora is one of Greece's most popular tourist destinations and has been a World Heritage Site since 1988.
Tower of Hercules, SpainThe Tower of Hercules is a Roman lighthouse built in 14 BC on the coast of Spain. You may be wondering how a place that was built much earlier than some of the other wonders of the world can still be considered a wonder today. Well, it was, once one of lighthouses in Europe. The tower has been rebuilt several times, but it still stands today.
Toruń, PolandToruń is one of the oldest cities in Poland and is the capital of the province of Kujawsko-Pomorskie. Toruń was founded by Teutonic Order in the mid-13th century as an important city on the trade route between Kraków and Gdańsk. The name “Toruń” comes from two German words — “tor” means gate or tower and “tun” means settlement; therefore, “Tower settlement”.
【小题1】What makes Library of Celsus one of the best-preserved ancient buildings?A.Its special purpose. | B.Its geographic position. |
C.Its preservation skills. | D.Its construction materials. |
A.Library of Celsus. | B.Meteora. |
C.Tower of Hercules. | D.Toruń. |
A.The origin of its name. | B.The theory of its design. |
C.The time of its visit. | D.The ways of its construction. |
Working on your adventure list? These national park treasures which turn favorites during the harvest time should be on it.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
33,000 acres of forests wait between Cleveland and Akron, all along the snaking Cuyahoga River. The park will delight you with plenty of outdoor activities suiting every interest, but do not climb over the fenced areas, rocks, or Brandywine Falls. Now the red maple trees will be visually on fire, which you can enjoy from the comfort of the tourist railway — Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
Gateway Arch National Park
This urban park comes back thanks to the Arch’s new Museum and Visitor Center. Give your feet a break after walking over five miles of park pathways with a ride to the top of the Arch to enjoy beautiful leaves. You can even bring your dog: the park is hosting Arch Bark every October.
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Extending some 160 miles along the northern coast of the Gulf of Mexico, this series of parks includes a historic building, untouched barrier islands, and sugar-white beaches. Don’t miss the Fort Pickens area, which is a perfect spot to observe wild animals living in the scenic natural environment. With an average high of 79℉and a low of 60℉, the fall weather here is exceptional.
Voyageurs National Park
Yellow and red leaves in fall will catch your eyes, contrasting with this park’s glassy waters. In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, there are no roads in the park, so visitors use boats to cross this remote 218,000-acre park. Over 100 bird species, even the rare ones, pass through the park, so keep an eye out for them.
【小题1】What can visitors do in Cuyahoga Valley National Park?A.Climb over the rocks. | B.Walk dogs on pathways. |
C.Enjoy scenery by train. | D.Sunbathe on the beach. |
A.Voyageurs National Park. | B.Gateway Arch National Park. |
C.Cuyahoga Valley National Park. | D.Gulf Islands National Seashore. |
A.Summer. | B.Spring. | C.Winter. | D.Autumn. |
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