Sentences with phrase «highest dunes in»

The highest dunes in Sahara, the most beautiful mosque in the world «Hassan II», exhibition of Berber's culture in Majorelle

The - Ark B&B is located in one of the oldest buildings on the highest dune in Pearly Beach.

Beaumonté Guesthouse is a relaxed, contemporary guest house set on a high dune in Vermont, Hermanus.

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Grazing along coastal sand dunes, grassy plains and high ridges, Niihau sheep roam in a relatively untouched environment.

In contrast, the equatorial plains, where the Huygens probe landed, are dry and covered with dunes that continue for long stretches, interrupted here and there by higher ground, all the way around the moon.

Concurrently, coastlines of the Bahamas and Bermuda were impacted by massive storms generated in the North Atlantic Ocean, resulting in a unique trilogy of wave - transported deposits: megaboulders, chevron - shaped, storm - beach ridges, and runup deposits on high dune ridges.

This image shows researchers climbing with heavy field equipment to the top of the 200m - high Eureka Dune in Death Valley National Park, Calif..

Next door at Long Beach, water surged over the sand dunes holding back the sea and rose 5 to 10 feet high in the streets.

Fog's important role in sustaining microbial life drew McKay to the southern African desert, but the Namib also features some of the world's tallest sand dunes, rising as high as 1,000 feet.

The deposits — as high as 10 feet in some places — were left on sand dunes about a mile inshore, significantly adding to the titanium ore already there.

A higher pitched sound in the 800 to 1,200 Hz or 500 to 2,500 Hz range is known to occur in dune sand and beach sand; most commonly in dry sand but occasionally in wet sand conditions.

This high degree of polishing, sphericity and sorting is produced in certain dune settings as grains saltate into each other, each impact further rounding and polishing grains.

NASA's Cassini spacecraft has taken measurements of Titan's dune fields and revealed that although the prevailing winds blow from east to west, dunes as high as 300 feet (91 meters) seem to build up in the opposite direction, likely formed by gusts of very strong «rogue» winds that occasionally blow in the opposite direction.

Having mismatched several pairs of green shoes to my dress (returning my mint Rachel Simpson Mimosas was particularly devastating) I finally found a beautiful pair of nude suede Ghillie heels in Dune — just high enough to peek out from my train but low enough to avoid dwarfing Pete.»

It continues to improve upon its origins of slow - going off - roading, but it's also making headway into developing offerings for consumers looking to bound over dunes at high speed or cruise around town in comfort and style.

The original Beetle Dune concept, which debuted at the 2000 Los Angeles auto show, was allegedly inspired by the high - riding, off - road Baja Bugs of the «70s, though Volkswagen's concept appeared more in keeping with its off - road passenger cars, like the Audi A6 Allroad.

Since the Ford F - 150 Raptor hit the dirt and dunes in 2010, the high - performance truck scene hasn't been the same.

This classic SUV will climb over rocks, cross streams and frolic in the sand dunes whenever you please, thanks to its standard four - wheel drive and high ground clearance..

https://www.jeep.com/en/badge-of-honor/#home This classic SUV will climb over rocks, cross streams and frolic in the sand dunes whenever you please, thanks to its standard four - wheel drive and high ground clearance; if your weekend plans include off - roading, this Jeep is arguably the most capable utility vehicle you can buy.

What is it?The VW Beetle Dune is a high - riding version of the modern day Volkswagen Beetle.First revealed at the Detroit auto show back in January, the toughened up two - door hatchback is presently...

Jeep Wrangler Sand Trooper The Dune - in - Matte color, four - door Jeep Wrangler serves as a showpiece for the company's new portfolio of high - end, hardcore Jeep performance parts.

The top Dune trim comes in at $ 26,790 and gets leatherette seats, parking sensors, its own special color palette, and a slightly higher ride height.

He skirted around the fence and continued on in four - wheel drive along the sandy trail flanked by high, grass - covered dunes.

Breakfast Bay, also in Hermanus is sheltered by the high dunes that flank the beach, making it a perfect picnic spot if the day turns out to be a bit breezy!

Sitting on the balcony of Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers, I watch the clouds slowly pulling in over the high sand dunes and where the river meets the ocean.

Higher handicappers will revel in the challenging Nicklaus course at Quivira, where a spectacular backdrop includes towering sand dunes framed by mountains and breathtaking ocean vistas.

Alternatively, stroll through the town of Arcachon and its outdoor market, head to the beach to climb the highest sand dune in Europe, or take the tram to the new Cité du Vin museum.

Book an ATV tour in San Carlos for hours of thrills along open plains, sand dunes and up into the high desert.

Once there, it's a short hike to the summit of the highest dune, which offers breath - taking views in every direction.

Start at the National Nature Reserve of Merthyr Mawr — taking in the second highest sand dune system in Europe, through the picturesque village of Merthyr Mawr and across the stepping - stones on the River Ewenny to Ogmore Castle.

Namibia has the highest sand dunes in the world.

In 1883, Pické broke ground on the highest point of the dunes in spectacular Noordwijk Beach, and the stately Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin opened two years lateIn 1883, Pické broke ground on the highest point of the dunes in spectacular Noordwijk Beach, and the stately Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin opened two years latein spectacular Noordwijk Beach, and the stately Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin opened two years later.

GET YOUR PICTURE TAKEN AT the estuary mouth with a backdrop of Mapelane, the highest vegetated dune in the world.

From globally acclaimed luxury lodges and character - filled high - end bush camps to private wildlife conservancies and a luxury expedition cruiser, these sustainably - designed luxe accommodations are immersed in Australia's most dramatic landscapes: overlooking the ocean, in the heart of the Outback, tucked into sand dunes, amid ancient rainforests, on islands fringed by World Heritage coral reefs and surrounded by Australia's finest vineyards.

Not only are the views over the dunes and accompanying coastline magnificent from atop this lighthouse, 25 km east of Port Alfred, but it is also one of few lighthouse's at which you can stay overnight in the keepers» cottages (note: the road to the lighthouse necessitates a high - clearance vehicle).

I booked myself a healthy break to The Oitavos, a wonderful high - tech and ultra-modern coastal resort in a natural setting amongst sand dunes and umbrella pines.

With us you can explore and enjoy all Morocco has to offer - camel trekking the Sahara sand dunes, sleeping under the stars in the Sahara, camping in Berber tents, hiking the high Atlas Mountains, basking on the beautiful Atlantic coast, and exploring the historic imperial cities.

In the Heart of Maputaland, nestling behind the world's highest vegetated sand dunes about 5 km from the sea, Sodwana Bay Lodge has been carefully designed to match the rustic, eco-oriented nature of the region.

«For a time, my family lived in a one bedroom house left over from the oil - boom days located on a small lane by the ocean... Our porch opened to unkempt forests and fields, high dunes, and the endless play of light and texture of the Pacific.

More subdued couples can heat things up in a hot - air balloon floating over the 1,000 - foot - high sand dunes — the largest in the world — of Namibia's Sossusvlei desert.

Namibia's most famous destination, in the heart of the Namib desert, with dunes towering up to 300 metres high and surrounding a huge dried - up pan.

The spectacular sand dunes of Sossusvlei are the highest in the world and reach heights of 300m.

The Viking rests high on the sand dunes of Romar Beach in the Nordic Villas community.

A short distance away is Sossusvlei, surrounded by a dramatic sea of sand dunes reputed to be the highest in the world.

In the morning we jump in the 4WD and ride to the highest dunes to try some sandboardinIn the morning we jump in the 4WD and ride to the highest dunes to try some sandboardinin the 4WD and ride to the highest dunes to try some sandboarding!

The white dunes in high contrast with the rocky shores make this idyllic spot very appealing to take a swim.

The tiny little town Nazca, in southern Peru — famous for The Lineas de Nazca — has the highest sand dune of the world: «Cerro Blanc» is around the 2080 meters and lies in the desert.

Stockton Beach is a 32 km long stretch of beach, in some areas its as much as 1 km wide and has sand dunes over 30 meters high.

Explore some of the world's highest sand dunes, visit Africa's largest canyon, and explore Etosha National Park in search of the Big Five.

After reaching the base of one dune you will be met by your buggy and taken to the top of another dune, each time getting higher and higher as you become more confident in your sand - boarding ability.