California is a US state that needs no introduction. It’s home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Hollywood, and Disneyland. But California is much more than that. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the awe-inspiring national parks, California offers endless possibilities for tourists. This guide … Continue reading “Explore California: The Ultimate Tourist Guide”
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Discover the Majestic Mesquite Sand Dunes of Death Valley National Park
Mesquite Sand Dunes is a popular attraction in Death Valley National Park, located in California, USA. This unique landscape features towering dunes that reach as high as 100 feet, and is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. The sand dunes are believed to have formed over thousands of years, as wind carries … Continue reading “Discover the Majestic Mesquite Sand Dunes of Death Valley National Park”
Namib Desert of Namibia
Vast expanses of desolate beauty, peaking red sand dunes and some of the toughest animals in the world, the Namib Desert of Namibia is a harsh but beautiful environment where animals and plants have learned to adapt in this water deprived environment. The Namib Desert is recorded as being the oldest desert in the world, … Continue reading “Namib Desert of Namibia”
Dead Vlei of Namibia
This beautiful, albeit eerie, old pan is said to rival the stark beauty of the Sossusvlei located nearby, and situated in the Namib-Naukluft National Park in Namibia. The name Dead Vlei is derived from the Afrikaans term of vlei, meaning marsh and combined to mean Dead Marsh. You will notice this clearly when you see … Continue reading “Dead Vlei of Namibia”
Sossusvlei, Namibia
Sossusvlei Desert of Namibia is best known for its extraordinarily large, towering red sand dunes. That of course after the fact that Sossusvlei is also the oldest and one of the driest deserts in the world. The only source of water is the Tsauchab River that only flows once every 10 years. Even though the … Continue reading “Sossusvlei, Namibia”
Traveling the Atacama Desert
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile is a narrow strip of the driest land on earth. You might not expect to find much to do or see in a place where centuries can go by without a drop of rain, but this small Chilean desert nestled near the peaks of the Andes Mountains actually has … Continue reading “Traveling the Atacama Desert”
Botswana Safari Holidays
I’ve never known anyone who wouldn’t return home from Botswana Safari Holiday entirely speechless. The wildlife and landscapes of this African country have been inspiring and delightful since the dawn of tourism. Having close encounters with wild beasts and seeing nature’s finest in their natural habitat is thrilling beyond words. Watching programs on The Discovery … Continue reading “Botswana Safari Holidays”