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Marrakech (Morocco, Sept 2005) : Marrakech (مراكش marrākiš), or Marrakesh known as the "Pearl of the South," is a city in southwestern Morocco in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Marrakech is a Berber word; it could mean the country of god (murt 'n akush). To learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marrakech We explored the souk in the Medina(and got lost), visited some museums and took a tour of the tanneries. A souk (سوق, also sook, souq, or suq) is a commercial quarter in an Arab city. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Souk ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer.** Thanks!!

Marrakech (Morocco, Sept 2005)

Marrakech (مراكش marrākiš), or Marrakesh known as the "Pearl of the South," is a city in southwestern Morocco in the foothills of the Atlas Mountains. Marrakech is a Berber word; it could mean the country of god (murt 'n akush). To learn more: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marrakech We explored the ...

Updated: Jan 16, 2006 6:49pm PST

Essaouira (Morocco, Sept 2005) : After our trekking, we spent 2 relaxing days in Essaouira, a beautiful city on the Atlantic Ocean. For more info: http://www.morocco-travel.com/h/Essaouira/ or from or another interesting site: http://www.daralbahar.com/essaouira_uk.htm#artisanat ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer.** Thanks!! Merci!!

Essaouira (Morocco, Sept 2005)

After our trekking, we spent 2 relaxing days in Essaouira, a beautiful city on the Atlantic Ocean. For more info: http://www.morocco-travel.com/h/Essaouira/ or from or another interesting site: http://www.daralbahar.com/essaouira_uk.htm#artisanat ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer.* ...

Updated: Mar 14, 2006 7:11pm PST

Trekking in High Atlas (Morocco: Sept 2005) : In September 2005, four of us did a 18 day trekking across the High Atlas in Morocco. We used the service of Nature Maroc Trekking www.maroctrekking.com or in French: www.naturetrek-maroc.com ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer.** Thanks!! Merci!!

Trekking in High Atlas (Morocco: Sept 2005)

In September 2005, four of us did a 18 day trekking across the High Atlas in Morocco. We used the service of Nature Maroc Trekking www.maroctrekking.com or in French: www.naturetrek-maroc.com ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer.** Thanks!! Merci!!

Updated: Mar 14, 2006 5:53pm PST

Madagascar, a world apart (April 2000) : Madagascar is the world's fourth largest island (the size of France and Benelux together)and if you are limited in time, the best way to get around is by plane. The wildlife is very unique but unfortunately, very endangered. Our friend George spent a lot of time in Ranomafana National Park and Berenty. To learn more about lemurs, check his site: http://info.bio.sunysb.edu/rano.biodiv/index.html In 2000, we met George in Madagascar and we focused our trip on the Eastern part of the island. We visited 3 nature reserves and 1 National Park. Description of our itineary: 1)Central part of the island: Drive from the capital Antananarivo (or Tana)to Perinet Reserve (Andasibe in Malagasy) to hear the indri and to visit the new National Park of Mantady. Then, drive to Tamatave to visit the Duke Primate Center's lemur rehabilitation and relocation project (Parc d'Ivoloina). 2)A little more north: Flight to Maroantsetra, a city close to the Masola Peninsula (the largest remaining area of coastal/lowland rainforest on Madagascar). The next day, we did an excursion by boat on the island reserve of Nosy Mangabe where at night, you can see the rarest lemur called Aye-aye. 3)Northern part: Flight to Diego Suarez to visit Montagne d'Ambre National Park (North of Madagascar) 4)Southern part: Flight to Fort Dauphin and drive to Berenty Private Reserve, the best-known reserve. Check the map for more precise locations: http://www.lonelyplanet.com/mapshells/africa/madagascar/madagascar.htm ** These photos not to be reproduced without express written consent from the photographer. ** Thanks, Merci!!

Madagascar, a world apart (April 2000)

Madagascar is the world's fourth largest island (the size of France and Benelux together)and if you are limited in time, the best way to get around is by plane. The wildlife is very unique but unfortunately, very endangered. Our friend George spent a lot of time in Ranomafana National Park and Berenty. To learn more about lemurs, check hi ...

Updated: Jan 14, 2006 11:06am PST