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I’d Do It Again in a Heartbeat: An Interview with tikichris (Wexas)

Posted on 2016-07-08 by tikichris

Chris recently went on a self-drive trip around Namibia with Wexas, and we were keen to hear a bit more about his trip and his other travel experiences … Continue reading →

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Namibia | Index

Posted on 2016-01-28 by tikichris

It’s hard to imagine a landscape more dramatic than that of Namibia. Add to the scenery an amazing (and rather accessible) assortment of big game and wildlife. Then, lightly apply a sprinkling of well-maintained roads across the country to help folks get to its towns and settlements, best beauty spots, and welcoming network of bush camps and luxury lodges. If you like the idea of hitting the open road, experiencing true wilderness, seeing lots and lots of game, and still being able to take a hot shower and sleep in a comfortable bed every night, Namibia’s the place for you. Continue reading →

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Namibia | Sossusvlei

Posted on 2016-01-27 by tikichris

Last stop on my luxury safari road trip across Namibia was Sossusvlei. Not just the ultimate destination of my itinerary but also the ultimate choice for a desert break. Continue reading →

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Namibia | Skeleton Coast

Posted on 2016-01-26 by tikichris

Hoanib Skeleton Coast Camp was a khaki canvas paradise of haute design fixed lightly to one of the world’s most desolate and pristine wilderness areas. Open just over a year, this fully solar powered joint venture between Wilderness Safaris and the neighbouring Conservancies of Anabeb, Torra and Sesfontein, was the very model for cutting edge – and sustainable – luxury. Continue reading →

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Namibia | Doro Nawas

Posted on 2016-01-25 by tikichris

Although I only had one night at Doro Nawas, it was an impactful stay in one of the most serenely beautiful places I’ve ever been – something I could just as easily say of the whole of Namibia itself. Continue reading →

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Namibia | Etosha

Posted on 2016-01-24 by tikichris

Thoroughly well rested from my relaxing stay in Windhoek and more than ready for some serious safari action, I hit the road en route to the first lodge one my itinerary: Andersson’s Camp, set within Ongava Game Reserve on the border of (and with its own private gate to) Etosha National Park. Continue reading →

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Namibia

Posted on 2016-01-23 by tikichris

This was my first time in Namibia, but not the greater southern Africa region. I’ve been heading down to this gorgeous part of the world since the mid 90s (and even lived in Mozambique for about a year) – always encountering enthusiastic folks insistent that I get to Namibia but never quite being able to take them up on their advice. But now I’ve finally made it, and I can see what the fuss had been all about it. Continue reading →

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Windhoek – probably the best (Namibian) lager in the world (Locally Sourced)

Posted on 2010-05-28 by tikichris

Windhoek – probably the best (Namibian) lager in the world Locally Sourced, 28 May 2010 A vast and arid southern African country might not be the first place to spring to mind when thinking of a quality German style lager. … Continue reading →