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Because of COVID-19, tourism industries have to think about new ways of promoting tourist attractions online. One way of getting tourists to travel abroad from their own home is through virtual reality(VR) technology. Here are some of the best virtual travel tours that can be enjoyed online right now.
For wild animal lovers, the company andBeyond has been live streaming(直播)wildlife to viewers at home from South Africa. In order to raise money for the wildlife, andBeyond is also now offering unique virtual experiences such as a private meeting. During the meeting, viewers can chat to guides who will answer all the questions and share their experiences from a recent drive.
Those wishing to explore the US will be excited to know that national parks including Yellowstone, the Grand Canyon and the Everglades, now offer 360-degree videos through Google Earth.
On the Google Arts&- Culture platform(平台), you can also enjoy a detailed virtual journey through some other national parks, such as Alaska's Kenai Fjords, the volcanoes of Hawaii or Utah's Bryce Canyon.
In the UK, the National Trust has organized many virtual tours from their most breath-taking views and gardens, including the Giant's Causeway and the flower beds of Hidcote House.
Even if it can't compare to a real-life experience, VR technology still allows us to get a little closer to the world's greatest wonders. At the very least, these platforms might help travelers plan their next holiday once the pandemic(流行病)is over.
21. What can we infer from the first paragraph?
A. VR technology will be used in tourism to attract visitors.
B. VR technology was born because of COVID-19.
C. Travelling abroad from home can be less fun.
D. Virtual travel tours are free to all the Internet users.
22. On which platform can we explore the US national parks?
A. AndBeyond. B. Google Earth. C. National Trust. D. Google VR.
23. How does the author think of these platforms?
A. They are useless. B. They are more attractive.
C. They are helpful. D. They are badly organized.
