The document summarizes a trip around the world that includes stops in Vancouver, Beijing, and Sydney. Vancouver is located in Canada and is known as the New York City of Canada, hosting the 2010 Winter Olympics with mountains and water surrounding the city. Beijing, the capital of China, hosted the 2008 Summer Olympics and has over 19 million residents, with popular attractions including the Great Wall of China. Sydney, the largest city in Australia, was established in 1788 and is home to the iconic Sydney Opera House located in the harbor.