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Understand
THE'Oceania is a vast region of the world forming one of the five traditional “continents” of the planet but in which the countries are connected by the Pacific Ocean rather than by land borders.
It is the region par excellence of white sand beaches, coconut palms swayed by the breeze, coral reefs and volcanic islands emerging from the azure waters.
Regions
THE'Australia, the New Zealand and the Papua New Guinea are by far the largest countries on the continent, the first two also being the most visited. The other islands of Oceania are traditionally divided into three groups according to more historical than cultural criteria: the Melanesia in the southwest, the Micronesia in the Northwest and Polynesia in the East.
| Australia
The largest and most populous country in Oceania. It also has one of the world's largest deserts in the middle. |
| New Zealand
One of the main destinations after Australia with highly developed tourist infrastructures. Widely regarded as one of the most pristine and beautiful countries on the planet. Well-developed facilities for travelers. This region is theoretically part of Polynesia because the indigenous Maori people are Polynesian. |
| Papua New Guinea
Tropical rainforest, culture and impressive landscapes. A very little visited destination that will delight adventurers. |
| Polynesia
A word that often rhymes with paradise and breathtakingly beautiful islands stretching for thousands of kilometers in the distant waters of the South Pacific. |
| Melanesia
Very close to the ethno-cultural group of Papua New Guinea which is often included there, this region includes the very popular destination of Fiji. |
| Micronesia
The tiny islands of this region, clustered in the north and on the equator, are less visited by tourists than their neighbors. If you are looking for a truly beautiful place, head to the Palau. |
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Cities
- -36.85174.783333333331 Auckland
– a little shabby and run down, but useful as an initial stopping point for a first stay (last updated Nov 2019) - 1.356266172.9316072 Betio – known as the scene of the Battle of Tarawa in WWII, beautiful beaches (last updated Nov 2019)
- -43.530888888889172.63653 Christchurch – known as the garden city, or the flower city, but not yet recovered from the devastating earthquake (last updated Nov 2019)
- -16.925555555556145.775277777784 Cairns – scenic, and the rest of the region offers plenty of outdoor activities: fantastic experience enjoying the beauty of the rainforest: Far North Queensland, the Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park or the popular Rainforestation Nature park (last updated Nov 2019)
- -37.820555555556144.961388888895 Melbourne – Multicultural and crazy about sports, this bustling city is home to many cultural institutions (last updated Nov 2019)
- -22.266666666667166.456 Noumea – beautiful beaches, colonial mansions and French flair - all at a price! (last updated Nov 2019)
- -9.4788888888889147.149444444447 Port Moresby – sprawling capital of Papua New Guinea (last updated Nov 2019)
- -18.133333333333178.433333333338 Suva – the main commercial and political center of Fiji, Nadi is the tourist capital (last updated Nov 2019)
- -33.866666666667151.29 Sydney – Australia's largest city, home to the Harbor Bridge and the Opera House (last updated Nov 2019)
Countries and territories
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