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Living in the High Desert: Pros, Cons, and Things to Consider

Life in the High Desert: Victorville

Life in the high desert is a mix of wide-open spaces, stunning views, and dry heat. Residents embrace the rugged beauty of the desert landscape, finding solace in its tranquility. The high desert offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and indulge in outdoor adventures under the vast, starry skies.

12 Best Desert Getaways in the US for Relaxation, Adventure, and Culture

The Best Desert Getaways in the USA: Relax, Culture and Outdoor Adventures

Desert vacations are special in that they can offer both relaxation and adventure, taken to the extreme. From spas and hot springs to hiking and sandboarding, there’s something for everyone in the desert. And let’s not forget the rich cultural history that can be found in many desert destinations in the American Southwest.

Saudi Arabia Unveils Design for the Mukaab, a Large-Scale Cube-Shaped Skyscraper in Riyadh

Digital rendering of the Mukaab, a cube-shaped supertall skyscraper, as the center of the new Murabba district in downtown Riyadh.

audi Arabia has unveiled plans for a cube-shaped supertall skyscraper called the Mukaab, which will measure 400 meters in height, width, and length. The building is set to become the center of the new Murabba district in downtown Riyadh and part of the New Murabba Development Company (NMDC), which aims to create one of the largest downtown developments in the world.

Best U.S. Desert Cities and Towns To Live In

Palm Desert, California

Some people are drawn to the idea of living in the desert, for a variety of reasons. The stunning landscape, sunny climate, abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities, and more isolated, peaceful lifestyle can all be appealing to people who want to experience a different way of life. With four main deserts and numerous desert cities … Read more

Construction Work Begins on Neom’s The Line, the High-Tech Futuristic City in the Arabian Desert

The Line construction site as seen by drones

Drone footage reveals Saudi Arabia has begun works for its futuristic project “The Line”, first steps towards building its high-tech desert megacity Neom. Unveiled in early 2022, The Line will be part of a larger urban project for the city of Neom (from the Greek word for “new”, neo, and the first letter of Mustaqbal, … Read more

A New Resort is being built in St. George, in Utah’s Mojave Desert

Atara Desert Resort in Desert Color, St. George, Utah (rendering)

Big plans have been announced for the community of Desert Color in St. George, Utah. The 3.400 acre masterplanned community welcomed its first residents in December 2019 and has been expanding ever since. A new development project will bring a Marriott Autograph Collection hotel-resort to Desert Color, local news report. Atara Autograph Collection Residences The … Read more