Passage 1: Airlines Capitalize on Winter Snow Tourism Boom
标题译文:航空公司抓住冬季冰雪旅游热潮
Chinese airlines 1.____ (be) ramping up capacity on flights to ice - and - snow tourism destinations in China and neighboring countries. This winter, 2.____ is a traditional off - season for civil aviation, has witnessed a surge in demand for such destinations. Since December, the ice and snow tourism market in the country 3.____ (start) heating up significantly.
Some of the most popular destinations 4.____ (include) Harbin in Heilongjiang province, and Altay and Kanas in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Harbin, 5.____ ice - and - snow attractions have made it a well - known "ice city", has been growing in popularity. The upcoming 9th Asian Winter Games in February is further fueling its allure.
China Southern Airlines, 6.____ (base) in Guangzhou, has increased flight frequencies connecting several domestic cities with Harbin. Currently, it operates 56 flights a week between Shanghai and Harbin and 28 flights per week between Xi'an and Harbin. Professor Zou Jianjun from the Civil Aviation Management Institute of China said domestic destinations offer 7.____ (high) cost - effectiveness to Chinese travelers. Local government promotions and the launch of various fun activities are making these places more appealing. "As China 8.____ (continue) to stimulate domestic demand, adding flights to popular tourism cities is in line with market needs," he added. However, Zou warned that the trend of more airlines adding flights may lead to intense competition and 9.____ decline in profitability. Airlines need to closely monitor market changes to ensure 10.____ (they) financial viability.
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Passage 2: Flight Expansion in Northeast and Xinjiang
标题译文:东北及新疆地区航班扩展
Besides Harbin, the Changbai Mountain area in Jilin province, 1.____ offers excellent skiing opportunities and soft rime ice scenery, is also attracting a large number of travelers. In November and December, China Southern 2.____ (launch) direct flights connecting Beijing Daxing International Airport and Changbaishan, as well as Shanghai and Changbaishan. These routes 3.____ (operate) with 14 flights per week.
Starting from Jan 15, China Southern plans to launch direct flights connecting Wuhan and Changbaishan. After the start of the 40 - day Spring Festival travel rush on Jan 14, the carrier intends to launch direct flights connecting Changbaishan with Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
In Xinjiang, with the opening of multiple ski resorts, China Southern has increased the flight frequencies connecting Beijing Daxing and Altay, as well as Urumqi and Kanas. This is to meet the growing demand from travelers. The expansion of flights not only benefits tourists by providing more convenience but also helps 4.____ (promote) local tourism. As more people travel to these destinations, the local economies are likely to receive a boost. Airlines need to balance the number of flights with profitability. They should consider factors like passenger flow, operating costs, and competition. For example, they can adjust flight schedules according to peak and off - peak seasons. By doing so, they can optimize 5.____ (resource) allocation and improve efficiency. Additionally, airlines can collaborate with local tourism agencies to develop 6.____ (package) tours. These tours can combine air travel with accommodation and local attractions, providing a more comprehensive travel experience for passengers. This kind of cooperation can also help airlines increase 7.____ (they) revenue. As the ice - and - snow tourism market continues to grow, more airlines may follow suit and expand their services to these regions. However, they need to be cautious and make 8.____ (strategy) decisions to avoid over - expansion. Market research is crucial for airlines to understand the demand and supply dynamics. They can use data analytics to predict passenger flow and adjust 9.____ (flight) capacity accordingly. This way, they can ensure a balance between meeting market demand and maintaining 10.____ (profit) margins.
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Passage 3: Overseas Ice - and - Snow Travel Demand
标题译文:海外冰雪旅游需求
Chinese travelers are increasingly interested in overseas ice - and - snow trips. As Spring Festival approaches, Hong Kong Airlines 1.____ (report) a remarkable growth in flight booking volumes. In particular, bookings to overseas cities with ski resorts, such as Sendai and Sapporo in Japan, have seen passenger load factors 2.____ (top) 90 percent.
Since late October, Hong Kong Airlines 3.____ (increase) the frequency of flights between Hong Kong and Sapporo from thrice weekly to daily. In late December, the carrier launched flights connecting Hong Kong and Sendai to meet the growing demand.
Tianjin Airlines resumed flights connecting Tianjin and Sapporo on Dec 20. The first flight had a passenger load factor of 93 percent, 4.____ (indicate) strong passenger demand. Tongcheng Travel, an online travel agency, has cooperated with 11 domestic carriers this winter. They launched discounted prices for ice - and - snow enthusiasts to purchase flights to such destinations.
Cheng Chaogong, chief researcher at the Tongcheng Research Institute, said, "The population base for outdoor ice - and - snow sports in China 5.____ (expand) in the past few years, and the number of travelers participating in ice - and - snow tours is constantly increasing." This trend shows 6.____ the ice - and - snow tourism market has great potential. Airlines should pay attention to consumers' needs and adjust their flight plans 7.____ (according). They can offer special services for ice - and - snow travelers, like ski equipment handling. To enhance competitiveness, airlines can partner with local hotels and resorts to create attractive travel packages. These packages can include not only accommodation but also activities and transportation. By doing so, airlines can increase their market share and contribute to the development of the overseas ice - and - snow tourism industry. Moreover, airlines should focus on improving in - flight services. They can provide information about local ice - and - snow attractions to passengers, 8.____ can enhance the travel experience. With the growing demand for overseas ice - and - snow travel, airlines need to be innovative. They should explore new routes and destinations that are popular for ice - and - snow activities. At the same time, they need to comply with international travel regulations, 9.____ may vary from country to country. By staying updated with these regulations, airlines can ensure 10.____ (smooth) operations and better serve their passengers.
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