HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers. The 11x5ft pool, located in south-eastern California, was built by Austrian visual artist Alfredo Barsuglia. The free retreat includes a solar-powered filter and chlorination system, but visitors face a challenge if they want to take a dip.
A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
LEAF-ing much to the imagination, this camera trickery is blooming marvellous .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
Scurrying along the branch of a tree, a little squirrel pushes a pram packed full of Easter treats .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
WELCOME to the Temple of Zoom where you can “experience” sliding down a Mayan temple into shark infested waters .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
