高中英语人教版高二下课文05

[00:02.39]旅行的目的地

[00:04.78]READING   DESTINATIONS

[00:07.16]阅读   旅行的目的地

[00:09.53]Every now and then,we get the itch 1 to travel.

[00:12.21]时而不时，我们有旅行的渴望。

[00:14.89]This phenomenon,sometimes called wanderlust,

[00:17.32]这种现象，有时叫做流浪癖，

[00:19.75]may explain why people spend so much money on trips to interesting places.

[00:23.68]可以解释人们为什么花这么多时间和钱旅行有趣的地方。

[00:27.61]Should you feel the urge to

[00:29.39]如果你迫切希望

[00:31.16]pack your bags and explore what the world has to offer,

[00:33.95]收拾行李去探索世界会为你提供什么，

[00:36.73]you might want to consider one fo the destinations below.

[00:39.46]你可能考虑以下的其中一个旅行目的地。

[00:42.19]RIO DE JANEIRO

[00:43.81]里约热内卢

[00:45.43]Rio de Janeiro,Brazil's second largest city,

[00:48.01]里约热内卢，巴西第二大城市，

[00:50.60]stretches itself lazily along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

[00:53.54]沿着大西洋海岸懒洋洋地延伸。

[00:56.48]It is a beautiful city.

[00:58.45]这是一个美丽的城市，

[01:00.42]It has modern malls,theme parks and beautiful beaches.

[01:03.45]它有现代商业购物中心，主题公园和美丽的海滩

[01:06.48]A trip to Rio will also give you a glimpse 2

[01:08.77]到里约热内卢的旅行

[01:11.05]of the happy lifestyle of the cariocas

[01:13.33]可让了解里约热内卢的快乐的生活方式。

[01:15.60]-the people of Rio-who are known for their big hearts and friendliness 3.

[01:18.63]因他们的宽阔的胸怀和友情而驰名。

[01:21.66]Downtown Rio is the city's cultural and historical heart.

[01:24.64]里约热内卢的市中心是这个城市的文化和历史中心。

[01:27.61]It is also the perfect place for a walk.

[01:29.99]它也是一个步行的绝妙地方，

[01:32.37]Old buildings and churches stand next to stores and dance halls,

[01:35.70]商店和舞厅旁边林立着古老的建筑和教堂。

[01:39.03]and a walk through downtown Rio is a history lesson and an adventure.

[01:42.45]在市中心散步有一种历史学习和冒险的感受。

[01:45.87]The many tall office buildings remind visitors

[01:48.55]这些高大的办公大楼让游客感觉到里约热内卢是一个重要的商业城市。

[01:51.23]that Rio is an important commerical city.

[01:56.27]The beach is never far away in Rio.

[01:58.60]里约热内卢与海滩近在咫尺。

[02:00.92]Perhaps the most famous of all beaches,Copacabana,

[02:03.56]或许所有海滩中最著名的科帕卡巴纳，

[02:06.20]is only a few bus stops from downtown.

[02:08.63]距市中心仅几站战路。

[02:11.06]Copacabana,also known as the "Princess of the Sea",

[02:14.09]科帕卡巴纳还以“公主海”而著称，

[02:17.12]has just celebrated 4 its one hundredth birthday and is more beautiful than ever.

[02:20.54]刚刚庆祝了它的百年华诞，比以住任何时候都漂亮。

[02:23.96]The beach is clean and over ten miles long.

[02:26.64]海滩很干净，有十英里多长。

[02:29.32]Vistors who get tired of the sand and the sun

[02:31.37]厌倦了沙难和太阳的游客可以在沿科帕卡巴纳大街的很多咖啡厅、

[02:33.42]can cool off in one of the many cafes,

[02:38.38]shops and restaurants on Copacabana's main avenue.

[02:41.25]商店和餐厅中乘凉。

[02:44.13]So what kind of fun can you have in Rio?

[02:46.50]那么你在里约热内卢可得到什么乐趣呢？

[02:48.88]Well,there is something for everyone here

[02:51.22]不管怎样，这儿对每个人来说都有意义的东西，

[02:53.56]and few visitors leave Rio feeling disappointed.

[02:56.04]很少有游客失望而归。

[02:58.52]The best time to visit is in June or July,

[03:01.00]去那儿是最好时间是在六月或七月，

[03:03.48]when the South American winter cools the city,

[03:05.97]那时南美生产关系季使这个城市很凉爽。

[03:08.45]but the biggest tourism season comes around March,

[03:11.02]但是旅游高峰期在三月左右来临，

[03:13.59]when the cariocas celebrate the sun whith a four-day festival.

[03:16.62]这时里约热内卢人有庆祝太阳的为期四天的节日。

[03:19.65]The festival,known as Carnival 5,

[03:21.87]这个节日，被称作为嘉年华会，

[03:24.09]is one of the world's most famous and attracts visitors from all over the world.

[03:27.67]是世界上最著名的节日之一，吸引了来自全世界的游客。

[03:31.25]KITZBUHEL

[03:32.87]基茨比厄尔

[03:34.49]If you are looking for a winter adventure

[03:36.71]如果你正在寻找冬季探险旅行

[03:38.93]and want to try some of the finest and most challenging skiing in the world,

[03:42.32]并且想尝试一下最好的和最具有挑战性的滑雪。

[03:45.70]then you should try a visit to Kitzbuhel.

[03:47.74]那么你应该去基比茨厄尔。

[03:49.77]Located in southern Austria,Kitzbuhel is a paradise 6 for skiers.

[03:53.50]位于奥地利南部，基比茨尔是著名的滑雪者乐园。

[03:57.22]Even though the altitude of the city and its surrounding Alps

[04:00.04]尽管这城市的纬度以及

[04:02.86]is not enough to guarantee snow,

[04:05.13]周围的阿尔卑斯山脉不能确保有雪，

[04:07.41]the good weather and breath-taking scenery

[04:09.89]这儿的好天气

[04:12.37]make Kitzbuhel a world-class ski resort 7.

[04:14.96]以及壮观的风景使基茨比厄尔成立为世界级的滑雪胜地。

[04:17.54]Kitzbuhel is also home to one of the most challenging

[04:20.32]基茨比厄尔还是世界上其中一个最具有挑战性

[04:23.11]and exciting downhill slops in the world.

[04:25.59]和最刺激的滑降坡的所在地。

[04:28.07]The world's best and fastest skiers

[04:30.41]世界上最好的、最快的滑雪都每年在此聚集一次，

[04:32.74]gather here once a year to compete in the downhill race

[04:36.85]that every one wants to win.

[04:38.97]参加每个滑雪者都想获胜的滑雪比赛。

[04:41.10]But there is no need to worry if you have never skied before.

[04:44.04]但若你从前从未滑过雪也不必要担心。

[04:46.98]There are plenty of easier slopes

[04:49.11]有很多更容易滑的滑降坡，

[04:51.24]and Kitzbuhel is well known for its many ski schools.

[04:54.11]基茨比厄尔还因为有很多便宜的滑雪培训学校而著名。

[04:56.99]Skiing is not the only thing you can do in Kitzbuhel.

[04:59.86]滑雪并非是你在基茨比厄尔能做的唯一的事

[05:02.73]The town offers many shops,cafes and a wide variety of entertainment.

[05:06.21]这个城市提供很多商店、咖啡厅和多种娱乐活动。

[05:09.68]A walk around Kitzbuhel is a feast 8 for the eyes

[05:12.40]沿基茨比厄尔散步可一饱眼福

[05:15.12]-a lively mix of old village culture

[05:17.48]-一种鲜明的古代村落文化和与一种国际旅游区的兴奋的融合。

[05:19.84]and the excitement of an international tourist area.

[05:25.02]Should you have enough energy left after a day on the slopes,

[05:27.84]若你在山坡上游乐一天后还有足够的精力的话，

[05:30.66]you can take a dip in the pool,

[05:32.70]你可在池子里洗一个澡，

[05:34.73]work out at the gym or go dancing in one of the city's many hotels and clubs.

[05:38.46]在体育馆锻炼或去这座城市的很多旅馆、舞蹈俱乐部去跳舞。

[05:42.18]INTEGRATING SKILLS

[05:48.84]Reading    GETTING THERE-TRAVEL TIPS AND PRACTICAL ADVICE

[05:55.81]Going on a trip to a far-away destination can be expensive and difficult.

[06:02.58]Fortunately,

[06:06.05]there are things you can do to avoid some of the most common problems.

[06:11.80]BEFORE YOU GO

[06:15.07]Finding out more about the destination you have chosen

[06:19.79]is not only a good way to save money and avoid problems,

[06:25.12]it can also be a lot of fun.

[06:28.99]When you read about your destination,

[06:32.93]you will learn more about the world and get ideas

[06:37.90]for places to visit and things to see.

[06:42.05]By comparing prices and offers,

[06:46.20]you can also make your travel budget last longer.

[06:50.88]Most hotels have websites

[06:55.74]where you can view rooms and rates and find answers to your questions.

[07:01.59]TOURS,TICKETS AND VISAS

[07:05.53]It is not enough to simply decide where you want to go.

[07:10.21]You must also consider when and how you want to travel.

[07:15.77]Travel agents can help you to find out

[07:19.93]about package trips that include hotel costs,

[07:25.07]tours and entrance tickets and to choose between different alternatives.

[07:31.74]Experienced travellers may prefer to make their own arrangements,

[07:37.09]but the advice of a travel agent can be helpful.

[07:41.84]The travel agent may also be able to help you with

[07:46.81]travel documents such as passports and visas.

[07:51.98]MONEY MATTERS

[07:55.04]Credit cards can be used in most countries,

[07:59.48]but you may also need to bring some cash.

[08:03.74]Try to use traveller's cheques if possible and avoid bringing too much money

[08:10.40]Always keep your passport and money in a safe place

[08:15.44]and make photocopies 9 of all important documents before you leave.

[08:21.32]If you need to buy foreign currency,

[08:25.16]it is usually cheaper to do so in your home country.

[08:30.30]If you must exchange money during your holiday,

[08:35.06]banks are usually better,cheaper and more reliable than hotels.

[08:41.90]Never change money on the street or with strangers.

[08:47.18]PLANNING AND PACKING

[08:50.42]Don't try to do it all.

[08:53.66]Leave some time for rest and do not forget that a holiday should be fun.

[08:59.90]Choose the sights and attractions you are most interested

[09:05.25]in and give yourself enough time to enjoy them.

[09:09.41]Make a list of what you need before you start packing.

[09:14.14]Seasoned travellers have learnt

[09:17.77]what they must bring and what they can leave at home.

[09:22.60]Travel light if possible and take a smaller bag or backpack

[09:28.84]that you can use for short trips and hikes.

[09:33.28]Integrating Skills

[09:43.73]Reading   South of The Borber

[09:48.09]A growing number of Chinese

[09:52.14]are beginning to spend their holidays in foreign countries.

[09:57.32]In addition to visiting traditional tourist spots in Europe and America,

[10:03.48]these travellers are also exploring new destinations closer to home.

[10:10.14]Vietnam is one of the countries

[10:13.90]that are becoming popular with many Chinese tourists.

[10:19.08]Located just south of Yunnan and Guangxi,

[10:24.33]Vietnam is within easy reach

[10:28.56]and offers exciting adventures at a reasonable price.

[10:33.99]Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city

[10:37.94]Ho Chi Minh City lies in the south of the country

[10:43.40]and is sometimes called "the heart and soul of Vietnam".

[10:49.17]Despite its size and modern look,

[10:53.30]Ho Chi Minh City has still kept its old traditions and culture.

[10:59.33]Vistitors can learn about the art,

[11:03.46]history and culture of the country n the many museums of the city.

[11:09.52]There are also parks,

[11:13.07]gardens and temples where tourists

[11:17.75]and locals alike 10 can find shade from the hot sun

[11:23.39]and a moment's rest from the busy city.

[11:27.65]For a change of pace,head north to Hanoi,

[11:33.32]one of Asia's most romantic cities.

[11:37.76]The captital of Vietnam is a pleasant city with beautiful lakes,

[11:44.00]buildings and many small streets.

[11:48.86]The famous Old Quarter with its long history is a must-see for tourists,

[11:56.12]as are the modern skyscrapers 11 in the city.

[12:00.59]While you are there,keep an eye out for the turtles!

[12:06.15]No,not the living ones,

[12:10.51]but the images of turtles that can be found almost everywhere.

[12:16.29]Halong Bay

[12:19.03]One of the most beautiful places in Vietnam

[12:23.78]is Halong Bay in the northeast of the country.

[12:28.64]It is made up of three thousand islands

[12:33.50]spread out in the clear green waters of the sea.

[12:38.86]The small islands all have wonderful beaches

[12:44.21]and there are also mysterious caves to explore.

[12:49.54]The bay got its name from a story about a dragon

[12:54.69]that created the bay and islands with its tail.

[12:59.73]The best way to experience Halong Bay is to take a boat tour.

[13:06.10]After exploring the islands,you can relax and enjoy a good meal

[13:12.87]in one of the many restaurants in Halong City.

[13:17.73]Things to Do

[13:21.28]Wherever you go,there are plenty of activities to choose from.

[13:27.34]If you visit a city,

[13:30.89]you can go on city tours to enjoy the sights

[13:36.14]and learn about its history and culture.

[13:40.51]you can also taste the local food and explore the lively nightlife.

[13:46.75]If you prefer the beach,you can swim in the ocean,

[13:52.10]dive down among the fish,

[13:55.87]play football on the sand or simply relax with your favourite book.

[14:02.42]If you are interested in adventure travel,

[14:07.39]you can try hiking in the mountains or rafting on the mighty 12 Mekong River.

[14:14.65]Getting There

[14:17.52]There is no such thing as a bad time to go to Vietnam

[14:23.16]If it is raining in one part of the country,

[14:27.84]the sun will be shining somewhere else.

[14:32.28]It is easy to get around and the hotels are cheap and comfortable.

[14:38.24]Getting there is easy.

[14:41.61]There are flights from may major cities in China

[14:46.65]and there is also a train from Beijing to Hanoi that leaves twice a week.

[14:53.20]you need a passport and a visa to visit Vietnam,

[14:58.35]so don't forget to make the necessary arrangements.

[15:03.31]Once considered a difficult and even dangerous place to visit,

[15:09.24]Vietnam is now a friendly destination that welcomes tourists of all ages.

[15:16.51]There is much ot discover

[15:20.29]and the beauty and magic of an ancient culture is waiting for you.

[15:26.15]Vietnam treats visitors to all the colours of the rainbow:

[15:32.31]white beaches,blue seas,green hills,

[15:38.16]and mountains panted 13 red by the setting 14 sun.

[15:43.44]Whatever your favourite colour,

[15:47.20]you are sure to have a good time south of the border