高中英语人教版高二下课文05

[08:10.40]Always keep your passport and money in a safe place
[08:15.44]and make photocopies 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 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 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 Mekong River.
[14:14.65]Getting There
[14:17.52]There is no such thing as a bad time to go to Vietnam.