The final Dune image from my solo National Geographic Expedition in Mongolian is special for it is the scene that greeted me when I fell down to my knees as I made it to the top of the dunes.
I was astounded by the unique culture and rich history of this country. I did not know much before I went, but with the tremendous knowledge of Sue, my translator and guide, one of the best kept secrets I have stumbled upon was revealed.
There are no roads and no cell service, so navigating anywhere by yourself is impossible. You can either buy an expensive plane ticket to some of the regions, or have a local drive you.
I chose to go the driver route so that I could experience the landscapes in a wa...