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A remote tropical paradise in the Pacific Ocean, the sprawling island nation of Micronesia boasts stunning natural beauty and a rich and varied heritage. Discover ancient ruins, dive among pristine coral reefs and World War II shipwrecks, and enjoy the color and uninhibited joy of traditional Micronesian ceremonies.
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Namibia is a vast, sparsely populated nation with a rich variety of wildlife, beautiful stark landscapes of huge red crescent-shaped sand dunes, never-ending plains, and great canyons and valleys. A visit to the country's desolate stretch of coastline with its icy seas and treacherous fogs is a unique and eerie experience.
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Japan is a country of contrasts, as Eastern values and traditions of its unique past co-exist with practices of Westernized present. Industrialized modern cities connect by bullet trains, but visitors can also discover of world of wonderful shrines with torii gateways, Buddist statues and peaceful gardens in quiet backwaters.
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Standing at the gateway between North Africa and the Middle East, Egypt is home to one of the world's most celebrated ancient civilizations. Here, in a land of wind-blown sand dunes, ancient monuments and fascinating mythology, the pharaohs and the pyramids contrast with the bustling souks of Cairo and the majestic Sahara Desert.
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Norway is a land of dramatic landscapes, from majestic coastal fjords and bird-covered islands to precipitous inland valleys and cascading waterfalls. With snow often lasting three months of the year, there are excellent winter sports resorts. The culture is rich, from colorful Lapp traditions and reindeer herding to Oslo's modern nightlife, shopping and international cuisines.
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From the temperate savanna grasslands of the Kalahari Desert to the seasonally lush Okavango Swamps, landlocked Botswana has one of Africa's most diverse landscapes. Modern Gaborone is a thriving city, with its mix of traditional and 21st century arts and bustling life, while the hunter-gatherer culture of the Kalahari Bushmen stretches back over thousands of years.
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Iceland's lunar landscapes, complete with fiery volcanoes, thermal springs, a pristine wilderness and fjord-fringed northern shorelines, are rich in breathtaking scenery and wildlife. By contrast, the island's modern, growing capital, Reykjavik, attracts innovative designers and musicians, and is a mecca for both food and nature tourism.
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One of the last true wildernesses, Alaska is a vast and unforgiving land of natural wonders - huge, snow-capped mountains, ice-cold lakes and fjords, massive glaciers, grassy tundra and majestic forests. Sparsely inhabited, America's largest state is also home to a plentiful variety of wildlife.
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Hawaii's lush tropical islands bathed in sunshine are fringed with sandy beaches and breathtaking cliffs. The culture is rich, from hula dancing and traditional crafts to beautiful flower garlands. Modern-day life is also embraced in the capital, Honolulu, with its world-famous neighboring beach resort of Waikiki.
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The Emerald Isle is a country of dazzling contrasts and contradictions, with its beautiful landscapes and craggy coastlines, to its cosmopolitan cities. Explore the island's rich heritage, where ancient relics and monuments tell the story of a culture forged by myth, legend, and adversity.
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View the art of Velazquez, El Greco, and Goya in Madrid. Visit El Estorial, a palace monastery so grand, it's called the 8th wonder of the world. See Segovia, home of the Alcazar and a Roman aqueduct that still works. Travel back in time to Toledo. Explore the gypsy caves of Cordoba. Discover Moorish Spain in Granada. See Seville, the city that inspired four operas and Don Quixote. Enjoy the Costa del Sol. Peruse the Salvador Dali museum. Then see...
15) A year in Italy
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Geographic travel journalist Steven McCurdy shares his love of Italy and his experiences with those who have been there and those who are planning to go.
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Explore this diverse country with its amazing wildlife and beautiful landscapes, from the great Kalahari Desert to the miles of spectacular coast frequented by whales and Great Whites. Discover the most ancient cultures on Earth, explore teeming cities and learn what gives the Rainbow Nation its incredible vitality.
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Discover the islands of the Caribbean Sea, where a hidden world of volcanoes, rainforests, and exotic wildlife lies beyond the paradise sands, coral reefs, and turquoise waters. Learn about the Caribbean's checkered past of colonialism, slavery and rebellion have shaped the history and culture of these islands.
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Free from human habitation for most of their history, the Galapagos Islands are like no other place on Earth. Within this volcanic land, nature thrives, from spectacular rainforests to ancient giant tortoises. So unique is the wildlife of the islands that it inspired Charles Darwin's famous theory of evolution.
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