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A collection of travelogues from all around Namibia…
Travel Tips
Six amazing experiences in Namibia you shouldn’t miss
Namibia, a country in Southern Africa with a population of 2.5 million people, is bordered by South Africa to the south, Botswana to the east, and Angola to the north. The best months to visit this magical country depend on what you want to do, but most tourists...
Best places to enjoy coffee in Namibia’s capital city?
Coffee is often referred to as ‘a hug in a mug’ or ‘a beverage that puts one to sleep if not drunk’. I am not too crazy about winter, clearly because it is cold, but I love that I get to wear my cosy knitted clothing and have coffee ‘catch-ups’ with those closest to...
Which Gondwana properties in Namibia are perfect full-moon escapes?
If you didn’t know, now you do… we have been moonstruck all week! This is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, which took place on 20 July 1969. In accordance with the previous partial lunar eclipse on Tuesday 16 July 2019, it is only...
Ecology & Nature
Ten fun facts about the African jacana in Namibia
My first encounter with an African jacana was in the Namib Desert – a rare, unthinkable place for these waders to occur, since they usually inhabit freshwater wetlands. Baby Jac, as I named the juvenile, must have been blown into the desert by the extreme winds that...
People & Culture
How can local people inspire you when visiting Namibia?
The best part of going on an escapade through Namibia is having the ability to marvel at and immerse yourself in the captivating wonders that this country has to offer. – Stunning sunset hues that paint the skies, majestic Makalani palm trees that exquisitely deck the...
Stories & History
Do you remember playing carrom or finger board in Namibia?
Some would refer to it as finger board, but as for my brothers and I, it was simply carrom board. Recently, as my Dad and I were in search for our stored winter items in the garage I stumbled upon a few pieces of this game and instantly reminisced about the many great...
Miscellaneous
What makes Damaraland in Namibia worth a visit?
The endless stretches of mopane trees charmingly blanket the eastern part of Damaraland as you traverse from Outjo towards Khorixas. Exquisite, yet dramatic tabletop mountains and massive granite outcrops and boulders will mesmerise you. You will pass donkey carts...