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Japan, known as Nihon or Nippon in Japanese, is an island nation inEast Asia. Its insular character has allowed it to develop a unique and very intricate culture, while its closeness to other ancient East Asian cultures, in particularChina, has left lasting influence.
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Cape Breton Island
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Cape Breton Island is the northernmost island inNova Scotia. It is a beautifully rugged island, populated by the descendants of Scottish immigrants, by Acadians, and by the Indigenous Mi'kmaq people.
Portland
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Few American cities can match the youthful spirit ofPortland, "The City of Roses". The largest city in the state ofOregon,Portland's residents are proud of their city, which draws people for its scenic beauty, great outdoors environment, excellent…
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Asia
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Asia is home to the majority of humanity, lively cities, sublime landscapes and almost endless options.Asia varies from the mega-cities and technology capitals ofEast Asia to the magnificent monuments inSouth Asia, and from the beach bungalows and jungle treks ofSoutheast Asia to the desert ruins and modern mega-malls of theMiddle East.
Europe
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Europe's well preserved cultural heritage, open borders and efficient infrastructure make visiting a breeze, and you'll rarely have to travel more than a few hours before you can immerse yourself in a new culture.
North America
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While predominated by the dynamicUnited States andCanada, much ofNorth America, includingCentral America as well as most ofMexico and theCaribbean, has much more in common withSouth America.
Africa
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Africa abounds with bustling metropolises, diverse people, and amazingly varied and beautiful landscapes.Africa is home to over 50 countries, more than any other continent in the world, and is the second largest continent in terms of both land area and population.
South America
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Ruins of ancient civilisations shareSouth America with world-class metropolises, outstanding architecture, many of the world's biggest festivities, and genuine indigenous culture.
Oceania
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Oceania is a vast, arbitrarily defined expanse of the world where the Pacific Ocean – rather than land borders – connects the nations. It is home to glistening white beaches, coconut palms swaying in the breeze, beautiful coral reefs, and rugged volcanic islands rising out of the blue ocean.
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