If you need to relax and want to head overseas, you can think of these four off-peak travel destinations to visit.

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 here. Some of the chain hotels, including Marriott and Radisson, offer discounts on spa relaxations. 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 plays host to several cultural festivals and is a great place to just relax. A seven-night stay at the Camino Real Oaxaca is just $207 per night for a deluxe single or double room.

Camino Real Oaxaca

Centro, 68000

01 951 501 6100

Turkey

Another place to have some local culture 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

1.What can we learn about Portugal?

A. Lisbon is a small town in Portugal.

B. A trip to Portugal is relatively cheap.

C. The Hotel Teatro is in the suburbs of Lisbon.

D. Most houses in Portugal date back to the 12th century.

2.If you want to enjoy the beautiful sea, you can go to _________.

A. Lisbon B. Oaxaca C. Istanbul D. Aruba

3.How much should you pay if you have a seven-night stay in a deluxe single room at the Camino Real Oaxaca?

A. 207 dollars. B. 735 dollars. C. 1, 449 dollars. D. 2, 163 dollars.

 

1.B

2.D

3.C

【解析】

試題分析：文章主要介紹了一些歐洲非常著名的地方，在這些地方淡季時(shí)候是一個(gè)非常好的休閑的地方。

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