Have you ever traveled by plane? What do you usually do when you wait for your plane? Amsterdam's (阿姆斯特丹) Schiphol Airport has just opened the world's first airport library after three years' preparation. Travelers can pass their time reading, watching films or listening to music while waiting for their flights.
The project was set up by the Dutch (荷兰) Public Library Organization.
According to the project leader Dick Van, the library has a wide and rich collection." It includes different sides of Dutch culture. There are not only books, but also films and music." Most of the collection is in English but there is also Dutch material. "For example," Mr. Van points out, "many photo books are in both Dutch and English."
As the airport library is a place where people will pass the time and then leave on their flights, travelers are not allowed to take books, DVDs or other items away. However, they are welcome to use the "download room" for free. In the room, the new computer system enables travelers not only to watch films, but also to download them to mobile phones. "So travelers don't have to worry about not having enough time to watch the whole film, they can watch them again on the plane or when they're at home if they want to," explains Mr. Van. In addition, the Airport Library is only open to people with a ticket for a flight.
So far the library has proved popular with the travelers.
71. It took almost three years to complete the world's first airport library.
72. All of the books in the library are in both Dutch and English.
73. The library can help travelers know more about Dutch culture.
74. "Download room" offers service to lend free materials to the travelers.
75. Travelers are allowed to take DVDs and films away from the library.
76. In addition to travelers, the Dutch public can also use the library.
77. The Airport Library is well liked by the travelers.
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