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FourBestBeachesforFamiliesandKids
PortoSanto,Portugal
Known as:Golden Island Price:$137/night More info:VisitPortugal.com
Porto Santo is the ideal beach with an impressive 4.5-star rating based on almost 3,000 TripAdvisor reviews.There’s a kids’ club,kids’ pool,game room and even an ecological boardwalk providing direct access to the beach.After swimming,tour Christopher Columbus’ former home for a hands-on history lesson.Then,try local food and let the kids feed the fish and friendly parrots in the gardens.
MedanoBeach,Colorado
Known as:Best Western Movie Manor Price:$110/night More info:NPS.gov
Medano Beach is located in Great Sand Dunes National Park.It’s home to the tallest sand dunes in North America.Sled rentals are even available at the visitor center.Yes,you can sled without snow! And it has a drive-in theater! Guests can watch for free from the comfort of their own beds.The movie season runs from mid-May through mid-September.
TheBigIsland,Hawaii
Known as:The Fairmont Orchid Price:$400/night More info:GoHawaii.com
After visiting Hawaii Volcanoes National Park,walk around the island—home to the most diverse beaches in this area.Choose from white sand,black sand and even green sand.Thanks to mineral deposits(沉积),Papakolea Beach is one of only four green sand beaches in the world.
ParadiseIsland,TheBahamas
Known as:Comfort Suites Paradise Island Price:$278/night
More info:NassauParadiseIsland.com
Comfort Suites Paradise Island may not have the name-recognition of Atlantis,but it’s TripAdvisor’s best value for accommodations.Every room is a suite,so there’s more space than a normal guest room,and the hot buffet breakfast is free.It is perfect for families who want the comfort of home in a resort setting.
21.Which of the following is known as Golden Island?
A.Porto Santo. B.Medano Beach. C.The Big Island. D.Paradise Island.
22.What is special about The Big Island?
A.It highlights natural scenery. B.It dates from Columbus’ time.
C.It opens from May to September. D.It focuses on the history of Hawaii.
23.What can people do at Comfort Suites Paradise Island?
A.Feed fish and parrots. B.Sled without snow.
C.Visit green sand beaches. D.Enjoy free buffet breakfast.
