Atacama - driest desert in the world

In the wonderful oasis of San Pedro de Atacama right up in the north of Chile, explorers of all hues will find comfort and joy from the top quality amenities at the beautiful explora Hotel de Larache. Costructed in the local style with old adobe and open aired stone patios, the explora atacama lodge is modern in the right way, with all mod cons, gourmet food and the luxuries that can soothe tired muscles after taking in the surrounding desert. Take it easy and wind down into oasis life in one of the seven beautiful pools set among quince and pear trees and swaying pampas grass.

The Atacama oases are in the centre of the driest desert in the world and are also at 2,500 meters above sea level which puts Atacama as also the highest desert on earth. So, year-round climate is nice and pleasant and the the wild vistas of volcanoes, salt flats and high altitude wetlands, has an never ending appeal.

Here are the links to find out more ! its worth it !

http://www.explora.com/atacama_theplace.php
http://www.explora.com/atacama_thehotel.php
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atacama_Desert