Norway!

How many tons of ice are used to build the Ice Hotel every year?

10 000 tons of crystal clear ice from the ‘ice manufacturing plant'.

What are the Northern Lights also known as?

Aurora Boreas

Norway!

    Norway is on a large peninsula shared with Sweden in the north of Europe. Norway is well known for its amazing and varied scenery. The fjords in the west of the country are long narrow harbor, adjacent on either side by tall mountains where the sea penetrates far inland. Norway is known as a land for nature lovers, with breathtaking fjords and glaciers, summer's midnight sun. Midnight sun in the north is awe striking. It starts appearing in the northernmost regions around end of May. Clearly, days are longer in summer, and it's a summer phenomenon! The midnight sun is when the sun does not set during the summer months. Given fair weather, you can see the sun for a continuous 24 hours.

    There are opportunities to indulge in skiing, fishing and rock-climbing, while the less energetic can simply marvel at the beauty of the Norwegian countryside, with its countless steep-sided valleys, high mountain lakes and unforgettable views. In winter, cross-country skiing, alpine skiing and snowboarding are very popular. In summer, hiking and biking are obvious ways to enjoy the enormous mountain areas. For the adventurous, kayaking, wild water rafting, paragliding, cave or glacier exploration are possible. You can also enjoy driving along the fjords and mountains in the west .

Which country shares the largest border with Norway?

In what Norwegian city were the Winter Olympics held in 1952?

Sweden!!

The reason for the white sandy beaches is what?

white sandy beaches, which are an outcome of natural grinding down of dead coral.

What are the two major islands?

The two major islands of the country are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu.

Sweden!

Sweden is the largest of the Scandinavian countries and the fifth largest country in Europe but benefits from a fairly low population density which makes it seem like the perfect place to just get away from it all.The first thing that most people tend to notice is the astounding natural landscapes and the eternal summer days when the sun never sets in the North of the country.

Sweden is home to the original Ice Hotel. It is situated on the shores of the Torne River, in the old village of Jukkasjärvi in Swedish Lapland. Sweden's Ice Hotel is built from scratch every year. A new design, new suites, a brand new reception ,everything is new. The hotel sleeps over 100 guests, and every bedroom is unique. The hotel covers over 30,000 square feet and includes a Ice Chapel, the hotel itself, an ice art exhibition hall, a cinema and last but not least, the world famous ‘Absolute Ice Bar’.

From early evening to midnight, you can view the awesome phenomenon of the northern lights in most clear nights in the northern part of Sweden called Lapland or Norrbotten. Mystery and wonder shroud the northern lights, for they do not conform to a pattern nor perform on demand. They appear in many forms. They can be faint or elongated and bright. They can be pink, white, blue or most commonly green.
Sweden is not all about natural scenery, lakes and wildlife . The Stockholm area alone has 10 royal castles and many world class museums. Two other major cities in Sweden are Gothenburg and Malmo. Both cities have beautiful tree-lined streets, restaurants serving Swedish food, museums, shopping avenues, nightclubs and much more. 

How many tons of ice are used to build the Ice Hotel every year?

What are the Northern Lights also known as?

Fiji Islands

What sport is most popular in New Zealand?

The national obsession is rugby.

What fruit is internationally known and marketed from New Zealand?

kiwi is internationally well known and marketed from New Zealand.

Once known as the Cannibal Isles, because of its ferocious natives, the South Pacific nation of Fiji is comprised of 322 islands, some inhabited but most not. The majority of Fiji is mountainous with several peaks exceeding 3000 ft. Northwest of Fiji's largest island, Viti Levu, is the Yasawa Group, a chain of volcanic islands . The balance of the smaller islands are a mixture of coral and limestone. Barrier reefs ring most islands. The underwater scenery is spectacular and said to be some of the finest, and most accessible, dives in the Pacific .

   Set in the tropical South Pacific, Fiji is surely the essence of a tropical island paradise. White sandy beaches, swaying coconut trees, pristine oceans and waterways and a range of things to do and see .Snorkeling over shallow reefs close to shore, diving, which offers a full range of a underwater experiences, riding in a jet boat, trekking in the tropical rain forests, swimming in the crystal clear waters of a rushing river, or even a visit to a sacred cave should all be included on your travel itinerary!

The reason for the white sandy beaches is what?

What are the two major islands?

New Zealand

What is the largest land animal in South Africa?

African Elephant-The largest specimen ever recorded weighed over 8200 kg and stood more than 3.7 m at the shoulder

What is the tallest creature in South Africa?

Giraffe -Males can reach as high as 6 meters

 

  Small, remote and thinly populated, New Zealand is well above its weight with its outlandish scenery, fabulous festivals, superb food and wine, and magical outdoor experiences. The mainstream Maori culture is said to be most impressive. This is a country that recognizes and celebrates its indigenous people. Rotorua is rich in Maori history - you can explore the rituals, music and food of a culture that existed before Europeans arrived in New Zealand with Tamaki Maori Village.

    New Zealand has an unlimited range of attractions and activities, located throughout the country. Whether you are looking for adrenaline-pumping adventure, or a relaxing game of golf, you will certainly be able to find something that suits you best. In North New Zealand you can go on an adventure in Waitomo. There are 3 spectacular cave experiences and 2 adrenalin pumping cave tubing tours. The scenery in the South Island is some of the most spectacular in the world. A trip to Franz Josef Glacier or widely regarded as the gem of New Zealand's West Coast Glaciers is an opportunity to experience the most spectacular glacier environment available to the general public anywhere in the world .

What sport is most popular in New Zealand?

What fruit is internationally known and marketed from New Zealand?

South Africa

How tall is Burj Khalifa?

828 meters or 2,717 feet

Less than what percent of people in Dubai are actually locals?

20%

Striking combinations of landscapes, people, history and culture offer the traveler a unique and inspiring experience. South Africa is a heady mix of third and first world cultures. South Africa's immensely varied terrain supports a rich diversity of animals, birds, and plant-life and offers an incomparable range of experiences. Most of the country has warm, sunny days and cool nights.

South Africa’s astonishing array of wildlife is protected in a range of private game reserves, national parks, trans frontier parks and animal sanctuaries, located in the most diverse and beautiful landscapes imaginable. There are a number of places to view animals interacting in their natural habitats. Whether its penguins at Boulders Beach or crocodiles at iSimangaliso, or perhaps the big cats that roam our private game reserves, you won’t be disappointed by the wildlife.

Common mammals include lions, leopards, white rhinos, blue wildebeests, hyena, hippopotamus , giraffes and much more. There are also thousands of amphibians, reptiles, fish, butterflies, bugs and beetles that form part of South Africa’s animal kingdom.

Would you ever think of visiting wine vineyards in South Africa? Although there are a number of vineyards in South Africa, wine comes from the area classically called “The Winelands”.The production of wine has shaped the development of this area for over 300 years.

What is the largest land animal in South Africa?

What is the tallest creature in South Africa?

Dubai

   On the surface it’s materialistic beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. Dubai is a city that virtually invented the ‘shopping festival’ , the simply assuming it was to get people to travel to Dubai and spend money. Countless shopping malls, glamorous hotels, a dizzying array of dining options and hip clubs and bars, it all just seems like too much to do with so little time. Dubai is considered a year- round shoppers' paradise despite the fact that the Dubai Shopping Festival last only a month. The city becomes the most exciting shopping destination in the world.

   Burj Khalifa is the highest free standing building in the world. It sits at the center of down town Dubai. Burj Khalifa is the most distinguished address, offering luxury and personalized services to a limited number of privileged businesses and homeowners.

   The Palm Islands are also a magnet for Dubai . The islands are currently the largest land reclamation project in the world and resulted in the world's largest artificial islands. Each island enjoys its own unique theme. The Palm Jumeirah is the smallest of these islands. It is a the residential living area, a relaxing retreat and also a leisure destination. The Palm Jebel is an entertainment destination for both adults and children, which accommodates both residents and tourists. Lastly, The Palm Deira has residential property, marinas, shopping malls, sports facilities, and clubs. 

How tall is Burj Khalifa?

Less than what percent of people in Dubai are actually locals?