It seems that everyone is travelling on holidays these days. During the travel season, roads, buses, trains and airports are packed.
If you travel in a group, the guide will arrange everything for you.
If you travel in a group, you can also make more friends.
A.Hotels are full as well |
B.If someone gets ill, others go to his or her aid |
C.Taking part in a group is a fully preparatory plan |
D.Your tour guide is often an expert in the places you visit |
E.Using tour guides and travelling in a group is the best way to travel |
F.After all, the travelling companies have been doing this job for long |
G.There will be no need to worry about hotel or restaurant reservations |
Grand City Tour with Griffith Park Observatory&Hollywood Sign
Los Angeles, Hollywood, homes of the movie stars-it’s all here on this Grand Tour! Your tour guide takes great pride in offering amazing customer service, too. Hotel pickups are available at almost any hotel in Hollywood, Downtown LA, Mid-Wilshire, West Hollywood and North Hollywood.
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Movie Star Homes GPS Self-Guided Bike Tour
Want the flexibility of taking a “whenever you feel like it” Hollywood tour? Here’s the perfect solution. Explore and experience the best of West Hollywood and Beverly Hills on your own time, at your own pace! Cycle past legendary homes and all the places where the rich and famous live, shop, eat and play. And your tour is guided by GPS with an iPad fixed to the bicycle!
From: $34.95 US Dollars
Amazing Scavenger Quest in Los Angeles
ONLY $44 FOR UP TO 5 PEOPLE! This Amazing Scavenger Quest is an interactive (互动的) adventure that combines the fun of the “Amazing Race” with a three-hour sightseeing tour of historic downtown Los Angeles. Offered at a fixed price for a group as opposed to per person pricing, this city tour/game offers a great value if you’re on a budget.
From: $44 US Dollars
Disneyland Excursion from Los Angeles
See Disneyland in Anaheim, California-roundtrip transportation from any of the designated (指定的) hotels and admission for a day of Disney fun. Pick-up from Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles International Airport, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Marina del Rey, Culver City and South Bay area hotels.
From: $179.95 US Dollars
【小题1】If you like to travel at your own pace, you will most probably be interested in _____.A.Movie Star Homes GPS Self-Guided Bike Tour |
B.Amazing Scavenger Quest in Los Angeles |
C.Grand City Tour with Griffith Park Observatory&Hollywood Sign |
D.Disneyland Excursion from Los Angeles |
A.$69.00 US Dollars. | B.$35.20 US Dollars. |
C.$44.00 US Dollars. | D.$176.00 US Dollars. |
A.pick-up service at some locations | B.a one-day ticket to Disneyland |
C.transportation back to some hotels | D.a guided tour around Hollywood |
Edinburgh is the world’s festival city. There are 12 festivals throughout the year, half of which are celebrated during the months of July and August.
Hundreds of thousands of people visit the Scottish capital during the summer.
Here are some of the events:
The Edinburgh International Festival
This is the original Edinburgh festival, which began in 1947. Actors, musicians, dancers and opera singers from all over the world perform to huge audiences. You need tickets for most events which take place in theatres around the city.
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
This is the largest arts festival in the world with thousands of shows taking place across the city. More than 20,000 artists take part, as the festival is open to anyone. Visitors can choose from a huge variety of acts.
Join thousands of visitors and locals at the Royal Mile, Edinburgh’s main street, to watch all kinds of performers and shows.
The Edinburgh International Book Festival
The largest book festival in the world began in 1983 and takes place every year in Charlotte Square Gardens, in the center of Edinburgh. There are more than 700 events for children and adults who love books. You can meet many authors, talk to them, ask them to sign a book or listen to them talk about their stories. Children can listen to stories and watch illustrators (插图作者) draw pictures.
The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival
Music lovers come to this festival to enjoy music shows around the city. One of the highlights of this musical event is the street carnival (嘉年华), which is free to all. Artists perform street theatre, dance and circus shows in amazing costumes, and everyone can join in the dancing.
【小题1】Which is true about Edinburgh?A.It’s the Scottish capital city. |
B.It’s the largest city in the world. |
C.The festivals are celebrated every month. |
D.Tourists around the world come to the city after winter. |
A.It’s free to Scottish people. |
B.It’s held at the Royal Mile. |
C.It takes place in July every year. |
D.The artists mainly perform in theatres. |
A.The Edinburgh International Festival. |
B.The Edinburgh Festival Fringe. |
C.The Edinburgh International Book Festival. |
D.The Edinburgh Jazz and Blues Festival. |
A.They can try on different costumes. |
B.They can join a singing competition. |
C.They can take part in a street carnival. |
D.They can get pictures from famous painters. |
A.an advertisement |
B.a tour journal |
C.a news report |
D.an announcement |
In addition to seeing wonderful films, one of the joys of coming to the Quad Cinema is to hang out in the area. The Quad Cinema is located right in the heart of Greenwich Village, perhaps the most charming and interesting neighborhood in the city. Here are some attractions we recommend, all within a comfortable walk from the Quad Cinema:
Washington Square Park
As one of the best-known of New York City's 1,900 public parks, it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village, as well as a meeting place and center for cultural activity. Come on a Sunday when it's most lively and festive.
New York University
It surrounds Washington Square. See the impressive st.Bob Library and visit the amazing bookstores. NYU is now considered one of the most powerful universities in the world.
Judson Memorial Church
Located in the south of Washington Square between Thompson Street and Sullivan Street, opposite Washington Square Park, this beautiful church was completed in 1892. The Judson Memorial Church is most famous for its vocal participation in social events.
Washington Mews
It is a hidden, private street in New York City between Fifth Avenue and University Place, just north of Washington Square Park. It was first developed as a mews(马厩街) that serviced horses from homes in the area. Since the 1950s, the former stables have served as housing, offices and other facilities for New York University.
Jefferson Market Courthouse
Built in 1833 as a market, it was later changed to a courthouse, and in the 1950s it was emptied and close to being destroyed. It was saved and turned into a library. Many consider it to be the most beautiful building in the village.
【小题1】What is the author's purpose of writing this passage?A.To introduce some attractions around the Quad Cinema. |
B.To suggest the Quad Cinema is the best place. |
C.To imply the Quad Cinema attracts a lot of customers. |
D.To tell readers to enjoy their life fully. |
A.Because it is in the center of Greenwich Village. |
B.Because it has a history of more than 100 years. |
C.Because it is a landmark in the Manhattan neighborhood. |
D.Because it has witnessed so many political incidents. |
A.In the south of Washington Square. | B.Behind Washington Square Park. |
C.Opposite Thompson Street. | D.Close to New York University. |
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