by Bernd Grahl | Aug 11, 2017 | African Stories, History Books, Namib Desert Lodge, Namib Desert Lodge, Namibia Story, Stories & History, Uncategorized
The title may seem slightly odd. The harsh, hot, dry desert… and we want to call it nurturing? It may seem crazy, but we have not lost our minds. Some may have read the book “Wennes Krieg gibt, gehenwir in die Wüste” or seen the film adaptation, The Sheltering Desert....
by Bernd Grahl | Jul 14, 2017 | Namib Desert Lodge, Namib Desert Lodge, Namibia Travel Tips, Uncategorized, What to do in Namibia
The first thing all guests ask when arriving at a Gondwana property is: “What is the WIFI password?” Most people don’t realise just how integral internet is to your holiday. It starts off with the basic details, being able to stay in touch with your family and loved...
by Bernd Grahl | May 5, 2017 | Namib Desert Lodge, Namiban Road Trip Impressions, Namibia Travel Tips, Uncategorized
What exactly is it? It is awesome. A Dark Sky Reserve is an area that is specifically kept free of artificial light pollution. This is done to promote astronomy and the appreciation of the stunning night sky. And so the next question beckons…what does this have to do...
by Bernd Grahl | Mar 31, 2017 | Namib Desert Lodge, Namib Desert Lodge, Namibia Travel Tips, Uncategorized
This natural phenomenon can be found close to Sossusvlei, where the Namib Desert is in full control of the environment. First off, let’s take a look at the name, ‘Deadvlei’. So, true to the Namlish culture, this name is a combination of the English word ‘dead’ –...
by Bernd Grahl | Nov 4, 2016 | Canyon Lodge, Canyon Roadhouse, Canyon Village, Damara Mopane Lodge, Etosha Safari Lodge, Gondwana Collection, Gondwana Guidebook, Hakusembe River Lodge, Kalahari Anib Lodge, Kalahari Farmhouse, Namib Desert Lodge, Namib Desert Lodge, Namushasha River Lodge, Swakopmund, Swakopmund Hotel, The Delight Hotel, Uncategorized, What to do in Namibia
In Namibia, clear skies and delicious warm evenings have inspired an important tradition – and celebration of life – sundowners! As part of their 20th anniversary celebrations, the Gondwana Collection held a ‘101 Sunset Competition’, inviting the public to share their...
by Bernd Grahl | Sep 30, 2016 | Etosha Safari Lodge, Miscellaneous, Namib Desert Lodge, Uncategorized
When travelling to a new place you are exposed to a variety of new and different experiences, usually distinct to the unique location of your destination. This sentiment can very easily be applied to Namibia as well. We have often written of the unique locations and...
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