Burning Man Project Announces 2024 Black Rock City Honoraria Program
The Honoraria Program, integral to the Burning Man Project, has increased its annual budget to $1.3M, enabling more proposed project budgets to be funded.
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Desert Travel & Adventures
The Largest Deserts in Asia
The largest desert in Asia is the Arabian Desert, covering a vast area of 2,330,000 square kilometers. This expansive desert, situated in Western Asia, extends across countries like Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, and more.
When Dunes Make Noise: The Phenomenon of Singing Sands
Ever heard of booming sand dunes? Sometimes, in the silence of the desert, the voice of the dunes can be heard. As the wind blows… Read More »When Dunes Make Noise: The Phenomenon of Singing Sands
Kelowna, British Columbia: Not Quite A Desert
Kelowna isn’t a desert. Although it has dry, hot summers, it experiences a humid continental climate with cool, cloudy winters and annual rainfall of 691 mm (27.2 inches). The nearest desert-like area is the semi-arid Osoyoos Desert in the South Okanagan region.
Queensland Woman Injured in Sandboarding Incident on Moreton Island
An elderly woman in her 70s was seriously injured in a sandboarding accident on Moreton Island near Brisbane. The incident occurred at the Tangalooma Wrecks walking track, a popular tourist destination for sandboarding, snorkeling, and kayaking. The woman suffered neck and shoulder injuries but was reported to be in a stable condition after being attended to by paramedics and a rescue helicopter
Mojave National Preserve Travel Guide
Mojave National Preserve is an area of immense desert landscapes in southeastern California. It is federally protected as a National Preserve and is part of… Read More »Mojave National Preserve Travel Guide
Atacama Desert – the driest desert on Earth
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile is one of the most unique deserts in the world. First of all, it is considered to be the… Read More »Atacama Desert – the driest desert on Earth
Sandboarding Tourism in Swakopmund Is Making a Comeback
Sandboarding in Namibia is experiencing a vibrant comeback post-COVID-19, with enthusiasts flocking to Swakopmund and Walvis Bay for thrilling adventures on the towering dunes.
Tabernas Desert: the Only Desert in Europe
The Tabernas Desert is located in the province of Almeria and is the only desert in Spain, as well as the only true desert in… Read More »Tabernas Desert: the Only Desert in Europe
Sandboarding in Fraser Island
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Fraser Island is one of Queensland’s most popular attractions for beach lovers and it’s no surprise that this incredible… Read More »Sandboarding in Fraser Island