Holiday hints for sun seekers
Friday, December 11, 2009Imaginative travellers who are sick of the British weather and want to head on a trip where sun is guaranteed have been given some tips by Skyscanner on some of the driest destinations in the world.
According to the travel company, explorers could visit Swakopmund in Namibia, where they can try their hand at dune boarding - Africa's answer to snowboarding.
Speeds of up to 70km/h could be reached as people fly down the giant sand hills, which could be perfect for those looking for an exciting adventure holiday.
In addition, Australia could have a lot to offer sun-seeking travellers, particularly in the country's Northern Territory. Those searching for a bit of culture might want to consider camping in the outback, meeting indigenous communities and marvelling at Ayers Rock, according to Skyscanner.
Surprisingly, the company also suggested visiting Antarctica, which, although cold, experiences less than 10cm of rainfall per year and offers holidaymakers the chance to get up close and personal with some rare and wonderful wildlife.
Antarctica is nearly one and a half times larger than the United States, according to statistics from NationMaster, with a coastline that stretches for 17,968km.
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