Salton Sea Redux

A look back at my 2017 California trip:

The Salton Sea is a body of water dying from salinity and pollution from agricultural run-off. It is a weird place, from a distance it appears inviting, but up close everything is dead.

There are still a few towns on its shores, one of which is Bombay Beach, which is half-deserted but still has a vibrant restaurant:

Inside, the money pasted on every flat surface gives the place a false sense of prosperity:

Since my trip, Bombay Beach has experienced a resurgence of interest from day-trippers and even some willing to try an Airbnb there.