书城外语出国英语一本通
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第31章 出国旅游(11)

莎拉:是的,感觉很兴奋。这座建筑足有325米高,我们俯瞰一下巴黎全城。与你分享此刻感觉很美妙。

戴维:你们肯定去了埃菲尔铁塔,是吗?

莎拉:是的。从你脸上可以看出来。

戴维:你知道埃菲尔铁塔的历史吗?

莎拉:据我所知,它是由一位法国建筑师设计的。还有别的吗?

戴维:有些你还没了解呢。埃菲尔铁塔是为1889年法国巴黎世博会建造的。

莎拉:看,下面很多人。

戴维:是的,每年上百万的游客慕名前来。这座塔有四层,也就是说,不知道这里现在一共多少人。

莎拉:但是我听说下面咖啡店和纪念品店。

戴维:没错,是放松身心的好去处。

莎拉:恩,我们去喝点咖啡。

戴维:好的,这边,电梯在这里。

要点提示:

on the top of 在……顶部 share with 与……分享

Universal Exhibition 世界博览会 in other words 换句话说;也就是

souvenir shop 纪念品商店 a whole day 一整天

经典二

Ashley: Can you tell me a little about Paris

Taylor: Sure. What do you expect to know?

Ashley: I want to see some of the famous places like Eiffel Towel, theSeine River…Taylor: And you shouldn't miss the Louvre Museum. You can say there forat least a whole day.

Ashley: That's a good idea. I almost forget it. What else?

Taylor: The night life there. It's so romantic!

Ashley: Oh, wonderful! How is the weather?

Taylor: I was told autumn is the best season.

Ashley: Sounds exciting. I can't wait.

艾希莉:能给我讲点巴黎的情况吗?

泰勒:没问题。你想知道什么?

艾希莉:我想去看一些着名的地方,如埃菲尔铁塔,塞纳河……泰勒:卢浮宫是不能错过的。你可以在那儿待上至少一整天。

艾希莉:好建议。我几乎把它忘了。还有呢?

泰勒:它的夜生活非常浪漫。

艾希莉:哦,太好了!那天气怎么样?

泰勒:听说秋季是最好的季节。

艾希莉:听起来真令人兴奋。我都等不及了。

词汇补给站

exciting [?k?sa?t??] adj. 使人兴奋的;使人激动的

construction [k?n'str?k?n] n. 建筑物;工地

overlook [???v?'l?k] v. 俯瞰;瞭望

magnificent [m?ɡ'n?f?snt] adj. 华丽的,高贵的

origin [??r?d??n] n. 起源,根源

design [d?'za?n] n. 设计;图案

exhibition [?eks??b??n] n. 展览;陈列

magnitude [?m?gn?tju:d] n. 巨大;重大

souvenir [?su:v??n??(r)] n. 纪念品

relax [r?'l?ks] v. 减缓;使放松

romantic [r???m?nt?k] adj. 浪漫的;多情的,风流的

点滴文化情

浪漫之都-巴黎

Paris is the capital city of France. It is also said to be the cityof lovers…the most romantic place on earth, and French is thelanguage of love. With so much love around, you are bound toenjoy your stay here. The city is situated on the River Seine innorthern France, and its location at a crossroads between landand river trade routes has made it one of the principal cities ofEurope.

巴黎是法国的首都。它也具有“情人都市”的美称,全世界最浪漫之地,法语也是浪漫爱情的语言代表。周围萦绕爱的气息,此处一行绝对让你今生难忘。巴黎位于法国北部塞纳河畔,因属陆运和河运交汇之地,成为欧洲的主要城市之一。

Paris is one of Europes foremost centers of learning andthe arts and is a major influence in politics, fashion, business,arts and science. The metropolitan area forms an irregular ovalbeyond the city limits, extending along the Seine and Marnerivers from the citys south-east and east, and along the Seineand Oise rivers to the citys north-west and north.

巴黎是欧洲一流的学习创作和艺术中心之一,对政治、时装、商业、艺术、科学等领域具有深远影响。闹市区从城市东南和东部的塞纳河和马恩河地区延伸至西北和北部的塞纳河和瓦兹河地区,形成一个不规则的椭圆形区域。

Stroll along its breezy boulevards, gaze upon impressivemonuments, ogle at great works of art, and savor its gourmetselection of cheese, chocolate, wine and seafood. In winterthe city is alive with numerous cultural events and during thewarm and lazy summers, you can tour its many museums byday and roadside cafes by evening. In August, most Parisianshead for the beaches. Bastille Day and towards the end of theyear are the busiest times of the year, so keep that in mindwhile planning your vacation.

在巴黎,漫步于微风拂面的林荫大道,游览叹为观止的名胜古迹,端详那传世艺术珍品,品尝奶酪、巧克力、美酒和海鲜等美食精品,令人神往。在冬季,多种文化盛典纷至沓来,温和夏季,白天逛博物馆,夜晚街边品尝咖啡,心旷神怡。八月,巴黎人涌往海滩消暑,巴士底日(国庆日)至年底是活动纷繁的季节,计划浪漫之旅时,请注意这些。

Section 39 夏威夷 Hawaii

夏威夷是美国太平洋上的群岛州,是太平洋的“十字路口”。夏威夷气候宜人,海滩迷人,是适合游泳、冲浪的最佳旅游胜地。

口头应急句

1. Hawaii is in the Pacific Ocean.

夏威夷位于太平洋。

2. There are mainly eight islands, namely Oahu, Maui, Big Island,Kauai, Molokai, Lanai, Niihau, Kahoolawe.

主要有8个岛屿,欧胡岛、茂宜岛、大岛、考艾岛、莫洛凯岛、拉纳岛,尼豪岛及卡胡拉威岛。

3. Coral is a special product of Hawaii.

珊瑚是夏威夷的特产。

4. Another wonderful thing about the beaches of Hawaii is thewater temperature.

夏威夷海滩的另一个奇妙之处是它的水温。

5. Here is the super view of the gulf.

这里是欣赏海湾景致的好地点。

6. Coral is a special product of Hawaii.

珊瑚是夏威夷的特产。

7. Could you give me some advice for making a fun trip on thisisland?

可以给我一些如何游玩该岛屿的建议吗?

8. It's the most romantic moment to view the sunset at WaikikiBeach.

观看怀基基海滩日落是人生最浪漫的时刻。

9. It offers superb views of the gulf.

这里是观赏海湾的极佳的地点。

10.What brand of gear do you bring for surfing?

你的冲浪设备是什么牌子的?

11.Beside the food, hula dancing also makes a luau special.

除了食物,草裙舞也让夏威夷宴会增色不少。

12.Honolulu is the capital of Hawaii.

火奴鲁鲁是夏威夷的首府。

超经典情景对话链接

经典一

Hanna: I want to make a fun trip on this island, could you give me someadvice?

Maggie: Sure, I'm planning to take part in a funny tour.

Hanna: What is it?

Maggie: It is Starlet Tropical Ocean Fun Cruise.

Hanna: Driving on the sea?

Maggie: Yes, it includes Starlet, Snorkeling Lesson and guided snorkel tourof the Rainbow Reef, fishing, water slide, water trampoline, kayakingand other fun water toys!

Hanna: How did you know?

Maggie: On Internet, why don't you browse on net and get more about it?

Hanna: I would rather not do that. In fact I have almost decided to go withyou.

哈娜:我想在这个岛上进行点有意思的短暂旅行,有什么推荐的吗?

麦姬:当然有,我计划要参加一个很有意思的观光。

哈娜:是什么?

麦姬:“新星热带海洋趣游”。

哈娜:是在海上航行吗

麦姬:是,它包括新星船上观光、浮潜课程和彩虹礁浮浅潜水游览,钓鱼、滑水、水上蹦床、皮划艇和其他有趣的水上游乐!

哈娜:你是怎么知道的?

麦姬:网上。对了,你也可以上网了解更多详情的呀。

哈娜:不查了,实际上我差不多决定跟你一起去了。

要点提示:

make a trip 一次旅行 take part in 参加;参与

decide to do sth. 决定做某事 water slide 滑水

world-class 世界级的;国际水平的 good luck 祝您好运

marine life 海洋生物 whale shake 虎鲸

take out 取出 get ready to 准备

经典二

Tour guide: Welcome to Molokini Snorkel Cruise!

Tourist: Oh! Wonderful!

Tour guide: Come aboard our 55-foot power catamaran, the Frogman, andlet us bring you three miles off the shores of Maui to an ancient volcaniccinder cone called Molokini. Ladies and gentlemen, are you ready.

Tourist: Ready!

Tour guide: Molokini is a world-class dive area and marine life conservationdistrict seabird sanctuary, known for its colorful sea life and clearwater.

Tourist: How about the visibility?

Tour guide: It often exceeds 100 feet.

Tourist: Great! Look, so many fishes.

Tour guide: They are tropical fishes. With good luck you will be able tosee monk seals, whale shakes, dolphins, white tip reef sharks. If theyshow up, you can take some pictures.

Tourist: Yes, we will.