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Space: Past and Future: USA

14 days for £4.799

Departing 6th May and 14th September 2020

Follow the USA's footsteps in exploring space with this comprehensive tour of NASA's space centers and other key sites, including the Very Large Array in attractive New Mexico. Plus, visit the world's first commercial spaceport with leading researchers.

The Science of the Renaissance（文艺复兴）: Italy

7days for £1,825

Departing 3rd March and 3rd November 2020

Embark on a cultural adventure to the great science cities of Florence and Bologna, as architecture expert Andrew Spira and science historian Professor David Wootton guide you through the great discoveries and minds of the Renaissance.

Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland

8 days for £2,249

Departing 31st October and 7th November2020

Marvel at erupting geysers（喷泉）, glaciers and waterfalls on a trip of volcanic and geological（地质的）adventure. Joined by volcanologist Tamsin Mather, discover the best of Iceland with a chance to see the Aurora Borealis.

Tiger Conservation Safari: India

9 days for £3,850

Departing 10th April 2021

Involve yourself in jungle life in the search for the Bengal tiger. Learn how to protect the rich wildlife you encounter at India's reserves, complete with a masterclass in tracking and stay in a cozy lodge（小屋）.

1.Which tour is scheduled in May?

A.Space: Past and Future: USA

B.The Science of the Renaissance: Italy

C.Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland

D.Tiger Conservation Safari: India

2.How much will it cost if you are interested in Florence?

A.£4,799. B.£1,825.

C.£2,249. D.£3,850.

3.What can tourists do during the Iceland tour?

A.Explore space with researchers.

B.See geysers，glaciers and waterfalls.

C.Discover the culture of the Renaissance.

D.Learn about protecting wildlife while travelling.

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About Convention Tours in New York

Convention Tours Unlimited, Inc. is a New York City tour operator and destination management company(dmc) that has been providing high-quality Group Tours & Event Services in New York since 1984. Our group services include:

Full Day Tours

A day on the Bay: An easy one-hour drive from Manhattan to Bay Shore, Long Island for a delight voyage on the Great South Bay and lunch abroad a boat.

West Point Tour & Lunch at Hotel Thayer: A visit to the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York includes a docent-led tour including the military museum, monuments and landmarks at this historic site. Enjoy a buffet lunch at Hotel Thayer, a hotel overlooking the beautiful Hudson River.

A Visit to the Rocketfeller house in Historic Hudson River Valley: Kykuit is the wonderful country estate(庄园) of John D.Rockeyfeller with a six story stone house surrounded by terraced gardens and sculpture. Tour through the house filled with antiques and art; the barn housing automobiles and carriages; and the gardens including sculpture by Henry Moore, Alexander Calder and Picasso.

Hyde Park: A visit To The FDR Home & Museum & Lunch At The Culinary Institute of America: Enjoy the scenic ride to the Hudson River Valley home of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt. A national historic site, this wonderful home holds memorabilia of the late president and his family. Visit the Eleanor Roosevelt Library and Museum. Enjoy a lunch at the Culinary Institute of America.

Please keep in mind:

Custom-Built: Tours designed to match interests; schedules,  budgets.

Language Facile: Bi-lingual(双语) and multi-lingual Tour Guides available.

Picture-Perfect: Photography services available to preserve memories.

65. What is Convention Tours?

A. A tour management company engaged in high-quality group tours services.

B. A common travel agency

C. A special travel site.

D. A channel of a TV programme about travel.

66. These are the characters of full day tours below EXCEPT_______

A. the place you want to is most suitable for your interest

B. you can ask tour guides to take photos for you

C. more than one language can be available

D. if you don’t have enough money, you can borrow from the tour guides

67. Where could the above passage come from?

A From a New York newspaper        B. From a government report

C. From a travel guidance             D. From a pictorial magazine.

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About Convention Tours in New York

Convention Tours Unlimited, Inc. is a New York City tour operator and destination management company(dmc) that has been providing high-quality Group Tours & Event Services in New York since 1984. Our group services include:

Full Day Tours

A day on the Bay: An easy one-hour drive from Manhattan to Bay Shore, Long Island for a delight voyage on the Great South Bay and lunch abroad a boat.

West Point Tour & Lunch at Hotel Thayer: A visit to the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York includes a docent-led tour including the military museum, monuments and landmarks at this historic site. Enjoy a buffet lunch at Hotel Thayer, a hotel overlooking the beautiful Hudson River.

A Visit to the Rocketfeller house in Historic Hudson River Valley: Kykuit is the wonderful country estate(庄园) of John D.Rockeyfeller with a six story stone house surrounded by terraced gardens and sculpture. Tour through the house filled with antiques and art; the barn housing automobiles and carriages; and the gardens including sculpture by Henry Moore, Alexander Calder and Picasso.

Hyde Park: A visit To The FDR Home & Museum & Lunch At The Culinary Institute of America: Enjoy the scenic ride to the Hudson River Valley home of Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt. A national historic site, this wonderful home holds memorabilia of the late president and his family. Visit the Eleanor Roosevelt Library and Museum. Enjoy a lunch at the Culinary Institute of America.

Please keep in mind:

Custom-Built: Tours designed to match interests; schedules,  budgets.

Language Facile: Bi-lingual(双语) and multi-lingual Tour Guides available.

Picture-Perfect: Photography services available to preserve memories.

65. What is Convention Tours?

A. A tour management company engaged in high-quality group tours services.

B. A common travel agency

C. A special travel site.

D. A channel of a TV programme about travel.

66. These are the characters of full day tours below EXCEPT_______

A. the place you want to is most suitable for your interest

B. you can ask tour guides to take photos for you

C. more than one language can be available

D. if you don’t have enough money, you can borrow from the tour guides

67. Where could the above passage come from?

A From a New York newspaper        B. From a government report

C. From a travel guidance             D. From a pictorial magazine.

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The New York See It All Tour is exactly what it sounds like: an all-inclusive guided tour of New York City.

Central Park

One of the most famous parks in the world, Central Park is a man-made wonder. Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited parks, with over 25 million guests per year. Set in the middle of busy Manhattan, its grounds serve as a safe harbor, not only for athletes, and musicians but also for lots of migratory birds each year. One can spend an entire peaceful day wandering its grounds, gazing upon nearly 50 fountains, monuments, and sculptures or admiring its 36 bridges.

Hudson River Park

Hudson River Park is a waterside park on the Hudson River that extends from 59th Street south to Battery Park in the New York City district of Manhattan. Bicycle and pedestrian paths, including the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, span the park north to south, opening up the waterfront for the public to relax. The park includes tennis and soccer fields, children’s playground, dog run, and many other features.

Washington Square Park

Washington Square, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, is a very popular and often crowded square. People from all backgrounds gather to this large square dotted with trees.

Central Park Zoo

The Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5-acre zoo located on Central Park in New York City. The zoo began in the 1860s, making it the first official zoo to open in New York. The zoo was improved in 1934, with the addition of many new buildings ranged in a quadrangle around the sea lion pool. Finally, the zoo was repaired in the mid-1980s and reopened in 1988, replacing the old-fashioned cages with naturalistic environments.

1.Which park is set in the heart of Greenwich Village?

A.Central Park.

B.Hudson River Park.

C.Central Park Zoo.

D.Washington Square Park.

2.What can we learn about Central Park?

A.It is primarily an artificial park.

B.It is the first public park built in the world.

C.It was the most crowded park when first built.

D.It especially attracts pedestrian and artists.

3.When was the first official zoo in New York repaired for the first time?

A.In the 1860s. B.In 1934.

C.In the mid-1980s. D.In 1988.

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The New York See It All Tour is exactly what it sounds like: an all-inclusive guided tour of New York City.

Central Park

One of the most famous parks in the world, Central Park is a man-made wonder. Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited parks, with over 25 million guests per year. Set in the middle of busy Manhattan, its grounds serve as a safe harbor, not only for athletes, and musicians but also for lots of migratory birds each year. One can spend an entire peaceful day wandering its grounds, gazing upon nearly 50 fountains, monuments, and sculptures or admiring its 36 bridges.

Hudson River Park

Hudson River Park is a waterside park on the Hudson River that extends from 59th Street south to Battery Park in the New York City district of Manhattan. Bicycle and pedestrian paths, including the Manhattan Waterfront Greenway, span the park north to south, opening up the waterfront for the public to relax. The park includes tennis and soccer fields, children’s playground, dog run, and many other features.

Washington Square Park

Washington Square, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, is a very popular and often crowded square. People from all backgrounds gather to this large square dotted with trees.

Central Park Zoo

The Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5-acre zoo located on Central Park in New York City. The zoo began in the 1860s, making it the first official zoo to open in New York. The zoo was improved in 1934, with the addition of many new buildings ranged in a quadrangle around the sea lion pool. Finally, the zoo was repaired in the mid-1980s and reopened in 1988, replacing the old-fashioned cages with naturalistic environments.

1.Which park is set in the heart of Greenwich Village?

A. Central Park.

B. Hudson River Park.

C. Central Park Zoo.

D. Washington Square Park.

2.What can we learn about Central Park?

A. It is primarily an artificial park.

B. It is the first public park built in the world.

C. It was the most crowded park when first built.

D. It especially attracts pedestrian and artists.

3.When was the first official zoo in New York repaired for the first time?

A. In the 1860s.　　 B. In 1934.

C. In the mid-1980s.　　 D. In 1988.

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New York City Tour Guide

CENTRAL PARK PHOTO TOUR $79

With Sam L.

Come to shoot in the Central Park of New York that will allow you to take home digital postcards.This tour is a great introduction to Central Park and combines views of the bridges,lakes and skyline.

At each stop of the photo tour,I will provide you with explanations around photography（摄影）,camera settings, etc.You will be able to put these tips to good use immediately.

NEW YORK RUNMNG TOUR $50

With Sebastien B.

Love running?Love New York?Do you want to see the sites of the city?Contact me and we'll take a special tour. All you'll need to do is to put on your sports shoes and we'll be off.I'll show you my favorite running spots along the Hudson River or north of Central Park and away from all the tourists.

If you're thinking of training for something,I’ll give you the explanations and tips to make the best of your time training!

GREENWICH VILLAGE FOOD TOUR $75

With Manhattan W.

Discover unbelievable places to eat.This is the real Greenwich Village gastronomic（美食的）experience.Along the way,find out how the village has kept its unique character throughout the years,from the Dutch and English controlled periods to today.

Tour runs every day from 12:30 PM-2:30 PM.

NEW YORK BY NIGHT PHOTO TOUR $115

With Sam L.

We have already prepared NYC for the most unique points for you.During the-hour walking tour,we share these special comers of NYC.

The night tour teaches night photography techniques while discovering the "darker" side of the city that never sleeps: the UN headquarters,42nd street,Grand Central Terminal,the Chrysler Building,Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall.

1.Who will you contact if you want to take pictures of the Central Park?

A. Sam L.　　 B. Sebastien B.

C. Manhattan W.　　 D. Rockefeller.

2.How much can you spend running along the Hudson River with Sebastien B?

A. $79.　　 B. $50.

C. $75.　　 D. $115.

3.What can you do if you choose Manhattan W as your tour guide?

A. You can shoot some pictures.

B. You can do some sports.

C. You can enjoy some delicious food.

D. You can learn night photography techniques.

4.In which part of a magazine can you read this kind of passage?

A. Advertisement.　　 B. History.

C. Science.　　 D. Politics.

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New York City Tour Guide

CENTRAL PARK PHOTO TOUR $79

With Sam L.

Come to shoot in the Central Park of New York that will allow you to take home digital postcards.This tour is a great introduction to Central Park and combines views of the bridges,lakes and skyline.

At each stop of the photo tour,I will provide you with explanations around photography（摄影）,camera settings, etc.You will be able to put these tips to good use immediately.

NEW YORK RUNMNG TOUR $50

With Sebastien B.

Love running?Love New York?Do you want to see the sites of the city?Contact me and we'll take a special tour. All you'll need to do is to put on your sports shoes and we'll be off.I'll show you my favorite running spots along the Hudson River or north of Central Park and away from all the tourists.

If you're thinking of training for something,I’ll give you the explanations and tips to make the best of your time training!

GREENWICH VILLAGE FOOD TOUR $75

With Manhattan W.

Discover unbelievable places to eat.This is the real Greenwich Village gastronomic（美食的）experience.Along the way,find out how the village has kept its unique character throughout the years,from the Dutch and English controlled periods to today.

Tour runs every day from 12:30 PM-2:30 PM.

NEW YORK BY NIGHT PHOTO TOUR $115

With Sam L.

We have already prepared NYC for the most unique points for you.During the-hour walking tour,we share these special comers of NYC.

The night tour teaches night photography techniques while discovering the "darker" side of the city that never sleeps: the UN headquarters,42nd street,Grand Central Terminal,the Chrysler Building,Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall.

1.Who will you contact if you want to take pictures of the Central Park?

A. Sam L.　　 B. Sebastien B.

C. Manhattan W.　　 D. Rockefeller.

2.How much can you spend running along the Hudson River with Sebastien B?

A. $79.　　 B. $50.

C. $75.　　 D. $115.

3.What can you do if you choose Manhattan W as your tour guide?

A. You can shoot some pictures.

B. You can do some sports.

C. You can enjoy some delicious food.

D. You can learn night photography techniques.

4.In which part of a magazine can you read this kind of passage?

A. Advertisement.　　 B. History.

C. Science.　　 D. Politics.

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New Zealand Escorted Tours - A great way to experience New Zealand

Explore the North or South Islands or indulge in a countrywide New Zealand escorted tour. With our unrivaled range of New Zealand tours from Kirra Tours, AAT Kings. Inspiring Journeys, Thrifty Tours and more, New Zealand is yours to sit back and enjoy.

1.Which tour will you choose if you wish to cover both the North and South Islands?

A. Kirra Tours.　　 B. AAT Kings.

C. Inspiring Journeys.　　 D. Thrift Tours.

2.Visit to Mt. Cook National Park is available in both 　　　　 .

A. Kirra Tours and AAT Kings　　 B. Kirra Tours and Thrifty Tours

C. Kirra Tours and Inspiring Journeys　　 D. Inspiring Journeys and Thrifty Tours

3.Where do you most possibly see the advertisement?

A. On a travel website.　　 B. In a tour brochure.

C. In a geography text book.　　 D. In a travel magazine.

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HEARST CASTLE, CA

Hearst Castle is open for tours daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Tour A—The Grand Rooms

View the ground floor rooms of La Casa Grande where Mr. Hearst’s guests met their host and were entertained during their stay. See the Assembly Room, where guests met for cocktails, the Refectory, where meals were served, the Morning Room, Billiard Theater. Your knowledgeable guide will bring this big house to life sharing stories about Mr. Hearst, his many guests, and the art collection it contains.

Prices: Adults: $25.00; Children: $12.00.

Tour B—The Upstairs Suites (套房)

This tour features rooms on the upper floors of Casa Grande. Travel through guest suites on your way to the Library where Mr. Hearst housed a collection of 2,000-year-old Greek pots. Visit Mr. Hearst’s private third floor suite including his bedroom and private study where he held business meetings. Learn about the genius of architect Julia Morgan and the way she put Mr. Hearst’s art collection into the design.

Prices: Adults: $20.00; Children: $10.00.

Tour C—Evening Tour

This tour allows visitors to experience the Castle at night as a visitor to the Castle in the 1930s might have. It features highlights from the experience, Upper Floors of Casa Grande, and Garden tours.

Evening tours are offered on most Fridays and Saturdays during March—May & October — December.

Prices: Adults: $36.00; Children: $18.00.

Tour D—Accessible Holiday Twilight

This tour is wheelchair accessible. Visitors who have difficulty climbing stairs, or who cannot stand or walk for extended period, may also benefit from this tour. Accessible transportation is provided from the Visitor Center to all areas of the Holiday at Hearst Castle tour. Call 866-712-2286 for additional information.

Prices: Adults: $30.00; Children: $15.00.

1.Which place can you take your child to visit if you have a tight budget?

A. The Morning Room.　　 B. The Upstairs Suites.

C. The Grand Rooms.　　 D. The Billiard Room.

2.Which of the following is proper for you to take part in Tour C?

A. A Saturday in July.　　 B. A Saturday in April.

C. A Friday in January.　　 D. A Friday in September.

3.Which is the best choice for disabled people?

A. Tour A.　　 B. Tour B.

C. Tour C.　　 D. Tour D.

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New York Walking Tour

◆Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour

Start this exciting guided 4-hour tour by getting early Reserve Line Access boarding on the ferry to Liberty Island.Once there，go inside the base of the statue and head to the observation decks for an awesome view of New York City and its surroundings.Then come back on the ferry to Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration(移民)to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954.

◆Central Park Walking Tour

Walk through Central Park’s most picturesque highlights on a 2-hour tour with a professional photographer.Remember your New York City adventure with unforgettable images of you with family or friends as you circle the towers at Belvedere Castle，walk through paths with flowers in the Conservatory Garden，or feed the swans by the Loeb Boathouse.

◆New York City Architecture Walking Tour

Learn about the history of the buildings that define the New York City skyline on a 3-hour walking architecture tour.Walk down the famous 42nd Street corridor with a longtime New York resident(居民)and architectural expert，stopping along the way to learn about Midtown Manhattan’s most iconic structures like the Chrysler Building，Ford Foundation，Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library.

◆Greenwich Village Walking Tour

Greenwich Village is one of New York City’s most beautiful and famous neighborhoods.Take a guided 2-hour walking tour of this legendary Lower Manhattan space.Hear about the famous artists who once lived here，from Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan，Jimi Hendrix and countless others.Walk the winding streets and visit popular Washington Square Park，reliving more than 200 years of history.

1.Why do tourists visit Ellis Island?

A. To know about American immigration history.

B. To explore the surroundings of the island.

C. To get a whole view of New York City.

D. To observe Statue of Liberty closely.

2.Who will go with tourists on Central Park Walking Tour?

A. An experienced guide.

B. An architectural expert.

C. A professional photographer.

D. A longtime New York resident.

3.Which tour takes the longest time?

A. Central Park Walking Tour.

B. Greenwich Village Walking Tour.

C. New York City Architecture Walking Tour.

D. Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour.

4.What can tourists do on Greenwich Village Walking Tour?

A. Take unforgettable pictures.

B. Come across Bob Dylan.

C. Visit New York Public Library.

D. Learn about famous artists.

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