Tuesday, August 5, 2008

AI Maha Desert Hotels - Luxury in a Desert

Al Maha Desert is a part of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, which is country's first national park. This desert region takes pride in being the home to an impressive herd of rare Oryx. This rare species were becoming extinct around 50 years ago, and the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve took into its hand to save these gazelle-like creatures, the natives of UAE. Now, breeding is done and they are reintroduced into the wild. Today, Al Maha charm attracts number of tourists, for a unique experience with nature. It is one of those destinations, which leaves one spellbound. The reserve is spread out on 225 square kilometers area of pristine desert landscape, and makes for a holiday to remember. One cannot but overlook the panoramic views of Hazar Mountains and charm pervading throughout the place.

Hotels in Al Maha Desert provide with a luxurious and pleasant stay. Al Maha Desert Resort & Spa is the world's most pleasant oasis located 45 km from the city of Dubai. Amidst the mountains and surrounding dunes, the tourists have experience of a lifetime. Visit the resort, which bestows its guests with a quality environment wherein all your mind, body and soul are refreshed. The resort is world famous and rub's shoulders with some of the best hotel properties and even has been a winner of National Geographic's 2004 World Legacy Award for nature travel. It offers a luxurious way to be with nature. One of the elite hotels is a 42-suite luxurious hideaway located in the heart of the desert. Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa allows visitors to stay overnight in the reserve and is the only one resort which does so. The place is perfect to experience the magical beauty of the desert. The resort lets you live the true feel of Arabia, offering a unique desert life experience.

Hotels in Al Maha Desert Resort was conceived and developed by Dubai genius Sheikh Ahmed who as the Chairman of Emirates Airlines. He has made every effort required to make it one of the most beautiful places in Dubai. Very few people leave disappointed, as the resort boasts of excellent facilities, services, and ambience all around. This luxurious resort near the Dubai city is attracting most of the visitors in the city. Everything from the ambience to food and service is perfect, with some of interesting activities on offer. One can enjoy the activities such as falconry, camel riding and archery. A stay for a couple of nights at the resort offer a much-needed antidote to city's relentlessly fast pace.

Suites at the resort are adorned with fabulous amenities and give an opportunity of living in a heaven even in the desert. In addition, every suite, one will find a wildlife field guide who will let you know the success story of the desert conservation program. The romantic ambience can be seen excelling when the guests start on the sunset camel ride. And relaxing in the plunge pool of the Hotels in Al Maha Desert Resort is an unmatched experience. You will have the same enthrallment while roaming in desert landscape where beautiful white Oryx keep wandering in search for the food. The stunning environment of the place demands a visit whenever one comes visiting Dubai.

Nancy Eben is an associate editor of http://www.a1dubaihotels.com The website offers exclusive information of Dubai and Al Maha Desert Resorts Dubai. We appreciate your feedback and queries at k.alana098@gmail.com

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Equine Breeding For Beginners

You've got it! That beautiful stallion or mare that is the perfect example of everything a horse of its breed should be. It's got great conformation, a perfect temperament, and has performed well in its chosen discipline. You know this horse could benefit its breed by passing on its progeny.

You've made the decision to breed your horse.

So, now what? Do you follow the old adage and "breed the best to the best and hope for the best?"

Well, while that advice is actually tried-and-true, and certainly not the worst advice in the world, you are going to have to take a few extra steps to make sure the resulting foal is everything you hope it will be. Because the foal will be a blend of both the sire's and the dam's genetics, there are a few things to consider when choosing a good mate for your horse.

* Consider the goal of breeding your horse. In other words, what kind of horse are you breeding for? Do you want to produce a horse for dressage, hunting, cutting, reining, endurance, driving, or one of the other many disciplines? Knowing what kind of horse you want to produce will help you narrow the field as you consider mates for your horse.

* Look at your horse's conformation. No horse is perfect! Take a good look at your horse, and make notes about his good points, as well as what needs improving. Now do the same to the mates you are considering. Eliminate any horse who have weak points in common with your horse, and lean toward those who correct your horse where he is weak.

* Consider the temperament of potential mates. A horse who is easy to work with is just as valuable as a horse with perfect conformation. Because disposition may be genetic, be sure to evaluate the mate's personality. What kind of temperament are you looking for in the foal? Is the mate nervous or confident? Timid or bold? Calm or jumpy?

* Look at prior progeny. If the mate has other offspring, take a good look at them. Did the mate pass along its good traits to its progeny? Did any congenital defects crop up? You can investigate ancestry even further by contacting breeders with the same line. Did the dam, sire, and siblings of the mate you are considering produce successful individuals?

* Investigate the health of the mate. Is the mare or stallion in good health? Look for the normal things, like bright eyes, a shiny coat, and an alert expression. If the animal is under or overweight consider carefully, especially if it is a mare. Mares who are not in good body weight can sometimes have difficulty getting in foal. Make sure the horse is sound and moves correctly. Be wary of horses with injuries, as certain weaknesses can be passed to offspring. You should also make sure the horse has received good veterinary care, including regular deworming and current vaccinations.

* Do a breeding exam. A mare should always undergo a breeding exam before you commit. Maiden mares will need rectal and vaginal exams, while proven mares may need more extensive examinations.

* When you think you've decided, think again! That's right. Before you sign any papers or contracts, make sure you know what breeding entails, including the costs involved. And always, always make sure you have a valid reason for breeding your horse. It is not something to be done lightly! In the end, if you've determined that your horse can contribute the betterment of the breed, you well understand what financial and health risks you'll be up against, and you've found a good mate, go for it!

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