The gateway to Africa; Sahara Desert; Tuareg; fortified cities; gorges; mountains; souk; riad; tagine.

Welcome to Erfoud, Last Stop Before the Sahara Our correspondent savours a final smidgin of civilisation before reaching the Sahara Desert. Continue reading

Morocco Road Trip, Part 3: A Night Under the Stars Our correspondent spends the night in the Sahara as he enjoys some more Moroccan hospitality. Continue reading

Snapshot in Time: Sitting Pretty on Erg Chebbi Our correspondent begins his trek in the Sahara with a moment of quiet contemplation overlooking the desert. Continue reading

Morocco Road Trip, Part 2: Swaying to the Sahara’s Rhythm Our correspondent saddles up as he heads into the desert, wishing only that he’d worn sturdier shorts. Continue reading

Morocco Road Trip, Part 1: Setting Off in Search of an African Desert Our correspondent revs off to find some camels and a desert in which to ride them. Continue reading

Five Illuminating Sunrises From Around the Globe Our correspondent revels in the colours and indescribable fervour of travel’s most underrated feature: the sunrise. Continue reading

Morocco Road Trip … Now With Added Wanderlust Our correspondent recounts his now published roadtrip in search of the Sahara. Continue reading

Morocco Road Trip, Part 4: The Return to Ouarzazate Our correspondent completes his circular voyage. Continue reading

Snapshot in Time: Brisk Trade at the Jemaa el Fna Our correspondent soaks up the sights, sounds and smells of a Marrakesh staple. Continue reading