Technically a desert is a region that receives less than 25cm of rain per year on average and so we’re not just talking sand. Only 15% of the world’s desert surface is pure sand and most if it is in the Sahara and the Arabian desert. As for the rest: there are rocks, gravel, pebbles and in Antarctica it’s all ice, as far as the eye can see.
Morocco has made improvements in human rights under King Mohammed VI and its press is moderately free, but the government occasionally takes action against journalists who report on three broad subjects considered to be taboo: the monarchy, Islam, and the status of Western Sahara. Despite the continuing reforms, ultimate authority remains in the hands of the monarch. Which of his great sites would you most like to visit?
Deserts are not always the hot dusty sand bowls we envision in movies. They can also be quite cold, as the real determining factor in desertification is not temperature but rather humidity.It doesn't have to be hot to be dry. Which of these amazing desert landscapes would you most like to visit the next time you're out and about exploring the driest places on earth?
Finding a good place to just get lost in nature is easy if you're on the African continent. The place is huge, and chock full of extreme environments where you can disconnect from the trials and tribulations of modern life, and recreate your bond with the natural world of the amazing. Which of these great African destinations would you most like to visit some day?
The beaches of the Caribbean are some of the finest in the world. They're also tended by some of the world's finest people. When touring these great beaches, you might find that the people you get to interact with are more important than the quality of the beach itself. The best part of any beach is its life, be it human or animal. Which of these great beaches has the best life, in your experience?
Playing sports is one of the universal ways in which people express fraternity. By meeting in mock battle on the sports pitch, we can compete without killing each other and thereby begin to create some semblance of a society. When we focus on our shared passion for thrill and excitement, we surpass our need for conflict. Which of these great world sport meccas would you like to visit most?
Finding the right hotel is the key to having a successful vacation. Even the most amazing trip can be ruined if the accommodations are not up to snuff. That's why most travel experts recommend that lodging be your second greatest expense when planning a travel budget. The only more important expenditure is the cost of the transportation itself. Which of these great places of lodging do you consider the best solution to the ever-present consideration "where should we stay?
Kiawah Island Golf Resort, Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Wild Dunes, Isle of Palms, South Carolina
Topnotch Resort and Spa, Stowe, Vermont
Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt PBI Tennis Camp, A-6353 Going am Wilden Kaiser, Tirol Austria
Rancho Valencia, an Auberge Resort, Rancho Santa Fe, California
Tennis is a fun game, and there are many resorts all over the world that cater specifically to travelers specifically interested in playing lots of tennis. While many non-specialized resorts do offer casual tennis facilities, these are often poorly staffed, under maintained and over booked. Which of these great tennis resorts would you like to visit to spend your holiday working on your game?
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Hilton, Head Island, South Carolina
La Quinta Resort & Club, La Quinta, California
The Boulders Resort & Golden Door Spa, Carefree, Arizona
TOPS'L Beach & Racquet Resort, Destin, Florida
Tennis is a great game for both fitness and recreation. Time spent on the court is both relaxing and invigorating. While courts at general purpose resorts can be crowded and poorly maintained, these world-class tennis-specific resorts make spending your vacation playing the game a blessing instead of a struggle. Which of these tennis resorts would you most like to visit?
Grenada is an island between the Caribbean Sea and Atlantic Ocean, north of Trinidad and Tobago. The terrain is volcanic in origin with central mountains. The people are free and happy, and look forward to greeting your and showing you the natural beauty of their island. Which of these great sites in Grenada would you most like to visit for yourself?
