Dasada, West India, India

This little eco-resort, situated a couple of hour’s drive northwest of Ahmedabad, is the best base from which to explore the Little Rann of Kutch. Round thatched cottages resembling local kooba huts provide the accommodation. Their interiors are true works of art, featuring adobe moulding, mirror inlay and woven textiles made by local artisans. Owner Malik breeds beautiful Marwari horses and leads trips by camel and jeep around the
Rann, stopping at crafts villages, temples, mosques and Jain shrines en route.