【正确答案】Q1:We've been talking about the best holiday you've ever had and I'd like to discuss one or two more questions that are related to this. Firstly, let's consider the effect of holidays. What effect do holidays have on people? A1: I believe holidays have a big, positive effect on people. For many, I know that holidays are the highlight of the year. People wait all year—especially those who don't like their job—for the holiday periods... They plan and prepare for what they will do and they get excited by what they're going to do on their holidays. Typically people are in a good mood when they are on holiday. They're smiling and alert. They show interest in their new environment. I believe that for most people, holiday time is the best time of their year. Q2: Many people refer to their holidays as "highlights" of the year. Why do you think holidays are highlights for people? A2: Yes... um... well, I think holidays are highlights for people because if a person doesn't like his or her work, a holiday represents a break-in what they would otherwise normally do. You know, it gives people a chance to go in a different direction, to do something they want to do... instead of being a slave to their job. Holidays allow people to re-create, to refresh their mind and body. I read somewhere recently that it's actually a very healthy thing for a person to take a complete break from what he or she normally does and then to do something different. I guess what I'm saying is that a holiday is a change. It's a change in location and activity. That reminds me of the expression, "A change is as good as a holiday"—and I think it's true. Q3: Let's talk about a related issue, the issue of tourism. Do you see any negative aspects with regard to tourism? A3: Yes, absolutely. I come from a coastal town and there is a constant, steady stream of people who pour through it. These people often cause problems in the accommodation industry which is obviously related to tourism. They come in and kind of "let their hair down" they show no respect for the facilities. Often there is damage to the places where they stay. I've heard of broken lamps and chairs, dirty marks on walls and carpets... you know, those kinds of things. They drink heavily and make a lot of noise, constantly in a "party mode". This has had a very negative impact upon our town and gives tourists a bad name in the minds of some of the local people. Q4: What could be done to stop the negative aspects of tourism from happening? A4: I guess stricter laws could be introduced. If people don't obey the laws, then the consequences might be a financial penalty. You know, an expensive fine, or perhaps throwing the offenders into prison for a day or two. That would certainly... I imagine... have a big effect upon the bad behaviour of people visiting a city while on holiday.