Did you know 72% of Gen Z travellers actively opt for sustainable travel over traditional tourism? This generation is rewriting travel rules with smarter, bolder (大胆自信的) choices — abandoning travel agents and rigid itineraries (行程) to reshape how we explore the world.

For trip planning, Gen Z turns to social media like TikTok and Instagram to discover hidden gems and budget tips via vlogs and influencer recommendations. Instead of dull guidebooks, they use AI tools such as ChatGPT for personalized itineraries, while social media often turns lesser-known spots, from Japan’s secret cafés to Vietnam’s untouched beaches, into popular hotspots as Gen Z chases unique experiences over crowded tourist sites.

Unlike previous generations obsessed with five-star luxury, Gen Z prioritizes authentic (真实的) connections and cost-effectiveness. They choose hostels, Airbnbs, or co-living spaces over pricey hotels, not just to save money but to make friends. Budget airlines, overnight trains, and local buses help them stretch funds to visit more places, while the rise of remote work lets them blend career goals with travel by staying in destinations for weeks or months instead of just days.

Sustainability is a core value driving Gen Z’s travel decisions. They actively book eco-friendly hotels, zero-carbon flights, and ethical tourism activities, preferring public transport, bicycles over rental cars to reduce their environmental footprint. Gen Z also supports local economies by choosing community-run homestays and prioritizes local street food or homemade cuisine over tourist restaurants, with culinary tours and eco-friendly micro-restaurants growing in popularity — even if it means sacrificing some comfort for responsible travel.

Cashless and tech-driven convenience further defines Gen Z’s travel style. Digital wallets, UPI payments, and contactless options have made cash nearly obsolete for them, while AI aids cost tracking, flight deal monitoring, and last-minute bookings. Solo travel is also on the rise, especially among young women who use safety apps and women-only hostels. With technology, sustainability, and affordability at heart, Gen Z isn’t just following travel trends — they’re creating them, paving the way for a more authentic and responsible travel future.

1.1. What is the main reason Gen Z prefers using AI tools for travel planning?

A To follow traditional travel styles closely.

B To obtain standard itineraries quickly.

C To design trips matching personal interests.

D To avoid using digital tools entirely.

解析：选C。C细节理解题。第二段明确提到 “they use AI tools such as ChatGPT for personalized itineraries”（他们使用 ChatGPT 等 AI 工具获取个性化行程）。A 项 “紧密遵循传统旅行方式” 与原文 “abandoning travel agents and rigid itineraries”（放弃旅行社和固定行程）矛盾，排除；B 项 “快速获取标准行程” 与 “personalized itineraries”（个性化行程）不符，排除；C 项 “设计符合个人兴趣的旅行” 是 “personalized itineraries” 的同义替换，符合原文细节，当选；D 项 “完全避免使用数字工具” 与原文 “use AI tools”（使用 AI 工具）矛盾，排除。故选C。

2.2. What can we infer about Gen Z’s travel?

A They prefer staying in luxury hotels.

B They remain in destinations briefly.

C They avoid using budget transportation.

D They value meaningful social interactions.

解析：选D。D 推理判断题。第三段提到 “Gen Z prioritizes authentic (真实的) connections and cost-effectiveness. They choose... to make friends”（Z 世代重视真实的联系和性价比，选择…… 是为了交朋友）。A 项 “偏好豪华酒店” 与原文 “unlike previous generations obsessed with five-star luxury... choose hostels, Airbnbs”（不像前几代人痴迷五星级奢华…… 选择青旅、爱彼迎）矛盾，排除；B 项 “在目的地短暂停留” 与原文 “staying in destinations for weeks or months instead of just days”（在目的地停留数周或数月而非几天）矛盾，排除；C 项 “避免使用经济型交通” 与原文 “Budget airlines, overnight trains, and local buses help them”（廉价航空、夜间火车和当地巴士帮助他们）矛盾，排除；D 项 “重视有意义的社交互动” 是对 “authentic connections” 和 “to make friends” 的合理推理，符合原文逻辑，当选。故选D。

3.3. Which of the following best summarizes Gen Z’s approach to sustainable travel?

A They choose comfort over environmental duty.

B They only pick the cheapest available options.

C They may give up convenience for eco-friendliness.

D They avoid all transport except airplane travel.

解析：选C。C细节理解题。第四段提到 “even if it means sacrificing some comfort for responsible travel”（即使这意味着为了负责任的旅行而牺牲一些舒适），且前文明确可持续旅行的核心是环保（reduce their environmental footprint）。A 项 “将舒适置于环保责任之上” 与 “sacrificing some comfort for responsible travel” 矛盾，排除；B 项 “只选择最便宜的选项” 原文未提及，Z 世代重视的是 “cost-effectiveness”（性价比）而非单纯廉价，且可持续旅行的核心是环保，排除；C 项 “可能为了环保而放弃便利” 是 “sacrificing some comfort for responsible travel” 的同义替换，符合原文细节，当选；D 项 “除了飞机旅行外避免所有交通方式” 与原文 “prefer public transport, bicycles over rental cars”（偏好公共交通、自行车而非租车）矛盾，排除。故选C。

4.4. What does the underlined word “obsolete” probably mean in the passage?

A Commonly useful.

B No longer used.

C Increasingly popular.

D Rather expensive.

解析：选B。B 词义猜测题。第五段提到 “Cashless and tech-driven convenience further defines Gen Z’s travel style. Digital wallets, UPI payments, and contactless options have made cash nearly obsolete”（无现金和科技驱动的便利性进一步定义了 Z 世代的旅行方式。数字钱包、统一支付接口（UPI）和非接触式支付选项使得现金几乎 obsolete）。前半句强调 “无现金支付” 的普及，后半句说明现金的状态，结合 “nearly”（几乎）可推断，现金因无现金支付的流行而 “不再被使用”。故选B。