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Easter Island is an island of Polynesia. It is located in the Pacific Ocean and is a province of Chile. It is considered to be the most isolated island in the world. The island has great archaeological interest due to the presence of buildings and monuments which are assigned to native inhabitants of earlier eras. Among them, stand out the giant stone statues, or moai, which depict ancient gods .The National Park of the island has been designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The complex consists of 4 volcanic islands, the Pitcairn (the only inhabited), Oeno, Henderson, and Ducie, which are long distances to each other. It is the most isolated occupation of Britain. Tourism accounts for 80% of the annual income of each Pitcher. Since 2009, the island's government has favored tourism especially through the implementation of the MV Claymore II program, which provides tourists with an opportunity for adventurous holidays on the islands for three or ten days. Already some families have invested in private independent units for rent for tourists. Each year about ten cruise ships arrive on the island for a few hours, boosting the locals economically by buying souvenirs, stamps and local products. For safety reasons, children under the age of 16 need a complete application form to visit the island.
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia, in the Pacific Ocean. The city is located on the island of Tahiti. It is not the typical tropical paradise but more of an industrial port and a very busy town center with heavy traffic. The French and Polynesian charm is present in small doses.
Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia, in the Pacific Ocean. The city is located on the island of Tahiti. It is not the typical tropical paradise but more of an industrial port and a very busy town center with heavy traffic. The French and Polynesian charm is present in small doses.
Opunohu Bay is a bay on the island of Moorea, Tahiti. It is a narrow, straight, 3 km long bay with a water depth of about 80 meters on the mouth. Moorea is a French Polynesian island and belongs to the Society Islands in the Pacific Ocean. It is only 17 km west of Tahiti. It is a real honeymoon destination.
Raiatea, is the second largest of the Society Islands, after Tahiti, in French Polynesia. The island is regarded as the 'center' of the eastern islands in ancient Polynesia. There is a variety of historical sites to visit on the island and attractions to explore like Faaroa Bay and the botanical gardens.
Auckland is the largest metropolitan area in both Polynesia and New Zealand. It is situated on a narrow isthmus of land that joins the Northland peninsula to the rest of New Zealand’s North Island. Auckland is a major cruise ship port of call. The ships dock at Queens Wharf, within walking distance of downtown. The concrete and glass Sky Tower, a massive "needle" type building, and the striking Harbor Bridge are the city's most iconic landmarks. Auckland is a mixture of south pacific and Asian cultures and a Maori heritage. The city offers unique dining experiences and endless shopping opportunities.
Waitangi is best known for being the location where the Treaty of Waitangi was first signed on February 6, 1840. It is also the place where the Declaration of Independence of New Zealand was signed five years prior, on October 28, 1835. This document was ratified by the British Crown the following year. Waitangi is a locality in the Bay of Islands on the North Island of New Zealand. It is close to the town of Paihia (of which it is considered a part), 60 kilometres north of Whangarei. The name means weeping waters in Māori.
Townsville is coastal city in Far North Queensland, Australia. It’s the gateway to Magnetic Island, an island located directly off the city’s coast, whose most of the land area is a National Park. Townsville’s waterfront is full of parks, pools, cafes and hundreds of palm trees. On its northern tip there is an enormous artificial rock pool surrounded by lawns and sandy beaches. Visit the Reef Aquarium and the Museum of Tropical Queensland with displays on North Queensland’s history from the dinosaurs to the rainforest and reef.
Cairns is located on the east coast of Cape York Peninsula in the North region of Queensland, Australia. It is a cosmopolitan city and a very popular tourist destination. Cairns is surrounded by rainforest and it is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Yorkeys Knob is a calm bay on the northern side of Cairns, with a fabulous beach. It is a famous kite surfing destination.
Darwin is a small yet cosmopolitan city on the Timor Sea, a branch of the Indian Ocean, in north-central Australia. Darwin has a relaxed lifestyle and unique multiculturalism. It’s an excellent base to explore the natural attractions of Australia's Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. It’s worth visiting the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory where the great Aboriginal art is on display.
Komodo is an island, located in the center of the Indonesian archipelago. It is part of the Lesser Sunda chain of islands and forms part of the Komodo National Park, one of the richest marine environments. The island is the habitat of the Komodo dragon, the largest lizard on Earth, which is named for the island. These giant lizards are the main attraction of the island, but you have to be very careful since they are really dangerous.
Singapore is an island country in Southeast Asia. It lies just one degree north of the equator, at the southernmost tip of continental Asia and peninsular Malaysia. Singapore is a global commerce, financial and transportation centre and its port is the world's busiest port. Singapore is a city with great cultural diversity, combining Chinese, Malay and Indian influences. The city offers tasty food, great shopping opportunities, a vibrant night-life and a very cosmopolitan feeling. Most of the city’s tourist attractions are concentrated in three areas: Orchard Road, the colonial district and Sentosa.