Namibia is a vast and beautiful country that is easily accessed via South Africa. It’s also a quiet and calm country – until the sun sets and the party animals come out! (I know – I grew up there!) But before you can enjoy your first sundowner it’s important to…

My History With the Fish River Canyon The last time I was at the Fish River Canyon was possibly in 1995. That was a LONG time ago and I was just a child. At the time, we had driven up in my Dad’s VW Passat, but we were spoilt with…

I feel a smidge sorry when I think about the Namib Desert Lodge for 2 main reasons. 1) Our stay at the Namib Dune Star camp was so wonderful that I’ve stopped blogging about Namibia in total! 2) I didn’t give it the attention it deserved because I was too busy…

Namib Dune Star Camp is an incredible travel experience that sees guests being whisked into the heart of the Namib desert for a night under the stars. Guests stay in a single roomed, prefab house scattered among the dunes. Sundowners and dinner are enjoyed from the main lodge, with guests…

I’m feeling quite good! I’m doing quite well! E-Bikes rock! I’m still having to work a little hard but overall, I’m back on my bike! The sound of stones crunching underneath my tires makes me excited and scared, I hope I don’t get a flat tire. I hope the bike…

Finding affordable lodges in Namibia can be tricky. While petrol is more affordable than in South Africa, there are only 2 million adults in the country. Low populations tend to mean low resources. As a result, the cost of amenities is driven up, which impacts the consumer. And, if you’re…

Namibia is vast and beautiful country neighbouring South Africa to the north. With one of the lowest population densities in the world, it is an expansive and sparse land filled with unique flora, fauna and the greatest blue skies. If you’re planning to travel to Namibia from South Africa (or…

The Thule Hotel is hotel on the hilltops of Windhoek. The winding roads to the top afford absolutely beautiful view and as the palm trees sprinkle you with zig-zag shapes, it feels like you’re tucked away somewhere in Hollywood. Mr John arrived after a stressful visit to Etosha and it…

I start to stir in my sleep. “Is that the sound of a lion ROARING?” I’m so confused. The Etosha Safari Lodge is 10 km’s from Etosha National Park so how I can be hearing lions? AJ had a terrible night. Around 11pm he started swelling and sweating. Face, ears, toes,…

Having grown up in Southern Namibia, I’ve heard about Joe’s Beerhouse for YEARS! Unfortunately, the last time I was in Windhoek I was underage so there was no partying in the capital. A local favourite for its “fine eating” not “fine dining”, Joe’s Beerhouse was firmly secured on my “to do”…

I first heard of the Arebbusch Travel Lodge through my Dad who had stayed at the hotel on numerous occasions. Its spacious rooms and close proximity to the airport make it a great option for those wanting to easily access flights or to stay at a venue with enough space…

Canyon Lodge (formerly known as Canon Lodge) played a large role in motivating our self-drive trip from Cape Town to Namibia. The “Flintstonesque” cabins, built upon boulders, inspired us to visit Southern Namibia and re-explore the Fish River Canyon. Just 25 kms away from one of Namibia’s most visited locations,…

Namibia is a beautiful and unusual country. Popular for being one of the safest countries in Africa to travel, its combination of old German colonial architecture and rustic natural landscapes makes it a “movie set” holiday destination for both local and foreign visitors. We decided to brave the great outdoors…