Today, there is a glimmer of hope in terms of travel in Algeria. Although the violent civil conflict that raged through much of the 1990s has effectively ended, the country is still faced with a range of social problems and a lingering, less than favorable reputation. Security is still an issue, but the dangers are not as indiscriminate as they once were. Travelers with an adventurous streak will find a fascinating North African culture, shaped by one of the world's most alluring landscapes—the Sahara Desert.
