Speed Reading — Luxury Cruise - Level 3 — 300 wpm 

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Have you ever wanted to go on a luxury cruise? The cruise of a lifetime set sail from London on Sunday. It could set the Guinness World Record for the longest cruise ever. It is called the Ultimate World Cruise. The 245-day voyage will visit 51 countries on six continents. The cruise ship Viking Sun will dock at 111 ports as it sails all the way around the world. The chairman of Viking said: "For more than 20 years we have been committed to connecting travelers to...experiences that allow them to explore the world in comfort. Our Ultimate World Cruise is the most extensive itinerary available in the industry....I am pleased to offer such a unique experience for our guests."

The luxury cruise isn't cheap. The 930 passengers have paid a minimum of $81,000 each to sail around the world. Even at this price, all tickets have been sold. Guests will be able to live in luxury while on the high seas. The ship has eight restaurants that offer 245 different menus - a different menu for every day of the cruise. Guest chefs will create special menus to reflect the destination. A Viking spokesman said: "There is more food than you can ever imagine. But we also have a wellness theme throughout the cruise, so you can look after your nutrition." The ship also has two swimming pools, a Nordic spa, and a snow grotto where snowflakes fall from the ceiling.

Comprehension questions
  1. What city did the cruise set sail from?
  2. What is the name of the cruise?
  3. How many ports will the cruise ship dock at?
  4. For how many years has the cruise ship country helped travelers?
  5. What kind of experience did the chairman call the cruise?
  6. What is the price of the cheapest ticket on the cruise?
  7. How many tickets for the cruise have been unsold?
  8. How many restaurants does the ship have?
  9. What will passengers be able to enjoy every day in the restaurants?
  10. What will fall from the ceiling in a part of the ship?

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