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B. cause
C. result
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Tourism wasn’t as important as it is today. In the past, only people with a good deal of money could travel on holidays to other countries. More people travel today than in the past because there is a growing middle class in many parts of the world; that is to say, people now have more money for travel. Special plane fares(费用) for tourists make travel less expensive and more attractive than ever before. One person doesn’t travel for the same reason as another. But most people enjoy seeing countries that are different from their own. They also like to meet new people and to taste new food.
Tourism causes many changes in a country and in people’s lives. People build new hotels and restaurants and train native men and women as guides to show visitors interesting places. There’re new nightclubs and other amusements. International tourism is clearly a big business.
【小题1】In the old days _________ could travel to other countries.
| A.boys and girls, men or women, young or old |
| B.either kings or queens |
| C.both the poor and the rich |
| D.nobody but those who had money |
| A.people have become interested in traveling |
| B.traveling today is easier than in the past |
| C.people now have spare money for travel |
| D.great changes have taken place in the world |
| A.Travel by air to other countries is much cheaper today. |
| B.More guides are being trained to show beautiful spots. |
| C.Modern telegraph lines make travel less expensive. |
| D.New hotels and restaurants have been built. |
| A.Tourism won’t bring any changes in people’s minds. |
| B.People have some trouble in making journey. |
| C.With the development of tourism, great changes have taken place in many parts in the world. |
| D.Tourism causes only some changes in clothing. |
If you still need to relax and want to head overseas, don’t miss out some great deals on accommodation or air fares at some of the world’s top off–peak travel hotspots. Whether you want to go to Europe or run away on a tropical escape, stretch that travel budget to take advantage of off-peak rates at some of the world’s most-visited locales. Several destinations host spring festivals and other special events.
Here are four off-peak travel destinations to visit in 2013:
Portugal
With rich culture and history, Portugal continues to be one of the most affordable European destinations. Head to this beautiful capital city of Lisbon to attend the festivals and fairs, visit some 12th–century buildings, and stay at one of the newer hotels in the main city district. The Hotel Teatro is a four-star restaurant, and average nightly rates are under $150 a night.
Hotel Teatro
Porto, Portugal
+351 220 409 620
Aruba
Set your sights on Aruba for an unforgettable Caribbean holiday. You can get special offers from one of the larger beach resorts(旅游胜地) here. Some of the chain hotels, including Marriott and Radisson, offer discounts on spa relaxations (矿泉浴场) . The Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino, & Spa is offering a Super Saver Spring Rate at just $309 per night.
Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa
Palm Beach, Aruba
800-967-9033
Oaxaca
Escape to southern Mexico to explore the historic colonial city and learn about the region’s traditions, culture, and colorful history. Oaxaca holds several cultural festivals and is a great place to relax. You will be receiving a 50% discount with just $170 per night for a deluxe(豪华的) single or double room if you stay in the Camino Real Oaxaca for more than 7 nights (7 included).
Camino Real Oaxaca
Centro, 68000
01 951 501 6100
Turkey
Another place to have some local culture and participate in some late spring festivals is Istanbul, Turkey. Stay at a destination that will put you within easy reach of famous sites like the Topkapi Palace. The Modern Sultan Hotel is a deluxe hotel located in the heart of the historic district. Average nightly rates for the bed and breakfast package are just under $120 per night.
Modern Sultan Hotel
Istanbul, Turkey
+90 212 520 00 53
【小题1】In the passage Portugal is described as a destination ________.
| A.for visitors interested in ancient buildings |
| B.especially appealing to wealthy Europeans |
| C.owning rich culture but lacking colorful festivals |
| D.having the Hotel Teatro in the suburbs of Lisbon |
| A.800-967-9033 | B.+351 220 409 620 |
| C.01 951 501 6100 | D.+90 212 520 00 53 |
| A.Hotel Teatro |
| B.Radisson Aruba Resort, Casino & Spa |
| C.Camino Real Oaxaca |
| D.Modern Sultan Hotel |
| A.Some off-peak places for relaxation. |
| B.A way to travel on a budget. |
| C.The world’s most visited destinations. |
| D.Comparing the four tourist destinations. |