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1. Real Estate in Australia August 29, 2008 Australia the unknown land of the south from its Latin name Australis which known today as the Commonwealth of Australia located between 10° and 39° south with a landmass of 7,617,930 square kilometers with 34,218 kilometers of coastline and has an extensive exclusive economic zone of 8,148,250 square kilometers. But today this smallest continent in the world is not unknown anymore, Australia proven to have one of the outstanding economies in the world with its largest city Sydney included in the worlds top 10 best city according to Travel & Leisure Magazine for 10 consecutive years even ... (read more) Author: Nicole Mcguire

2. Real Estate in Australia August 26, 2008 Australia the unknown land of the south from its Latin name Australis which known today as the Commonwealth of Australia located between 10° and 39° south with a landmass of 7,617,930 square kilometers with 34,218 kilometers of coastline and has an extensive exclusive economic zone of 8,148,250 square kilometers. But today this smallest continent in the world is not unknown anymore, Australia proven to have one of the outstanding economies in the world with its largest city Sydney included in the worlds top 10 best city according to Travel & Leisure Magazine for 10 consecutive years even ... (read more) Author: helen q

3. Trivia on India's biodiversity August 20, 2008 Trivia on India’s biodiversity · India occupies only 2.4 percent of the Earth’s landmass but has over eight percent of the world’s known wildlife. · The Easter Himalayas are endemic to 3500 species of higher plants, 20 species of reptiles, 25 endemic species of amphibians’ and a rich fauna of insects. · Of the eight species of turtles found in the world, India is home to five species. · Among the 20000 species of fishes known, more than 2000 species are found in India. · Of the 15000 flowering plant species in India, over 4500 are to be found in the Western Ghats. Different sp... (read more) Author: JASSI KAUR

4. Botswana Safari: Experience Nature In Its Truest Form July 19, 2008 A Botswana Safari can offer you the chance to witness open grassy plains with spike trees, ferocious animals like elephant, lion, buffalo and giraffe all in one landmass; roads filled with sands and driving on powerful 4×4 vehicles – maneuvering the curves of the roads. Not to forget the spellbinding sunshine, dressing up in stylish clothes and enjoying the traditional customs with unlimited adventure. The country that comes with all in a single platter helps you realize your long-lived dreams- you have preserved from days you have forgotten. Untames by the modern civilization, Bots... (read more) Author: Synapse India

5. Delve Into the Remote Wilderness of Antarctica March 04, 2008 By Roy Witman It was the stage for the hit movie March of the Penguins. It's home to the world-famous Falkland Islands. As the highest, windiest and coldest continent on the planet, Antarctica may seem like nothing more than a frozen wasteland. In fact, early explorers deemed it just that. Although there are no permanent human inhabitants, the wildlife residents of this landmass are nothing short of astonishing. For those with a love of adventure, the lure of the unknown is quite a temptation. Antarctica is about one and a half times bigger than the USA. Only 2% of this conti... (read more) Author: Roy Witman

6. China is Noisy! August 08, 2007 Traveling and doing business in China can give you a real headache. With more than a billion people in a landmass about the size of America, it’s no wonder that China can be incredibly noisy and crowded. Here’s a Top Ten list of China at its Noisiest: 10. Honk your horn! At every intersection, trucks, cars and buses are coming through, and they want you to know it. 9. Step on the brakes! Since you (somehow) didn’t hear the horn, the driver is now stomping on his brakes, which were last repaired when Deng Xiaoping was running the show. 8. We’re eating dinner, turn up the TV! Chines... (read more) Author: Peter Braden

7. An Overview of Canada for Travelers July 30, 2006 Home to hockey, Canada is a country of beautiful cities and wide open spaces. If you are considering taking a trip to the country, here is an overview of some things you might want to know. An Overview of Canada for Travelers The official name of the country is simply Canada. It covers an area of landmass over 3.8 million square miles in size and is the second largest country by square mileage in the world. The capital is Ottawa with a population of over 1.1 million people. Other major cities include Toronto with 4.8 million residents, Montreal with just fewer than 3.5 million peopl... (read more) Author: Richard Monk

8. An Overview of Germany for Travelers April 10, 2006 German has experienced a tumultuous history: starting a World War, being divided into two countries and much more. If you are planning a trip, here is some background information you should know. An Overview of Germany for Travelers The official name of the country is the Federal Republic of Germany. Germany covers a landmass of over 135,000 square miles and is about the size of the State of Montana. The capital is Berlin with over 3.5 million residents living within the city borders. Other cities of note include, but are not limited to, Hamburg with 1.7 million residents, Munich wi... (read more) Author: Richard Monk

9. An Overview of Japan for Travelers March 26, 2006 For such a tiny total landmass, Japan has left an undeniable stamp on human history. If you are considering Japan as a destination, here is an overview of the country. An Overview of Japan for Travelers Extending along the eastern coast of Asia, Japan is a country consisting of a collection of islands. The mainland, as we think of it, is the island of Honshu. There are three other large islands, Hokkaido, Shikoku, and Kyushu, and roughly 3,000 much smaller islands comprising what we call Japan. Put together, the total land mass is slightly smaller than California. The geography throu... (read more) Author: Richard Monk

10. An Overview of Asia March 18, 2006 Asia is the largest continent when measured by landmass and human population. Following is an overview of Asia. Asia is considered one of the seven continents. This continental definition, however, is far broader than many people think. Under the seven continent methodology, Asia stretches from Japan in the East through Russia in the West. It encompasses Saudi Arabia and everything above Asia. While it doesn’t always make practical sense, there is no denying this definition of Asia makes it the home of over 60 percent [4 billion] of all humans. China and India, of course, are the locatio... (read more) Author: Richard Monk

11. The Odd Seven Continents Theory March 17, 2006 Viewed from space, the Earth appears to have four or five major landmass areas depending on your viewpoint. Despite this, we hold on to the illusion there are more continents. As we all learned in grade school, there are seven continents. A quick look at a globe, however, reveals this basic assumption is just flat wrong. In particular, how can Europe be considered a continent when there is no clear division with Russia? To the surprise of many, the Arctic is not classified as a continent. Instead, it is divided up between North America and Asia. Yes, Asia because Russia is considere... (read more) Author: Richard Monk

12. Caribbean Sailing Vacations March 01, 2006 The best way to appreciate the immense beauty of the Caribbean islands is sailing. It can be said that the Caribbean islands were made expressly for the purpose of sailing vacations. The tiny Caribbean islands are within miles of each other. As you leave each island on your yacht, boat or catamaran, you can see the other island in the distance. The island grows from a speck on the horizon to a whole landmass as you approach it.Caribbean islands have plenty of coves and small islands on which you can anchor during your sailing vacation. Hence, a sailing vacation in the Caribbean is not just abo... (read more) Author: Damian Sofsian

13. India Travel Tours February 28, 2006 A rich cultural history, cosmopolitan and rural cities, and a diversified landscape characterize India. With its huge landmass, it is impossible to experience its natural treasures without a good travel package.The eight days' and seven nights' journey in "Palace on Wheels" takes a traveler across Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh (Delhi-Jaipur-Jaisalmer-Jodhpur-Sawai Madhopur-Chittaurgarh-Udaipur-Bharatpur-Agra). The luxury train has deluxe cabins, wall-to-wall carpeting, a bar, two dining cars and personalized service. Scheduled to leave the station in April 2006, the tariff per person for seven n... (read more) Author: Alison Cole

14. Impressions of Siberia January 28, 2006 Mention the word “Siberia,” and images of gulags, frozen tundra and wastelands may come to mind. While there is some truth to these, my impressions of Siberia included more. Siberia comprises more than 75 percent of modern Russia. Unless you visit, there is simply no way to describe the total landmass of this much-maligned area of the world. To give you some perspective, consider the fact that Siberia is bigger than Canada, has more natural resources than any area of the world, spans nine time zones and contains the largest plain in the world. One of the best ways to give you an ... (read more) Author: Rick Chapo

15. By nature, you are an adventure November 17, 2005 By nature, you are an adventurer By nature, you are an adventurer, full of amazement and curiosity about a world bigger than life itself. Learning about cultures in faraway lands fascinates you, and engaging in new experiences gives you an incomparable rush. You are a born explorer, and destined to travel the continent of Asia. Exploration of Asia – the largest landmass on Earth – will reveal a land of diverse cultures and philosophies; natural and constructed landscapes; and monuments that tell stories of times past and those to come. Journey into Southeast Asia and disc... (read more) Author: ashley barnard

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