Namibia: News from Midgard Lodge

News from Midgard Lodge

Midgard Taste Festival

The first Midgard Taste Festival was a huge success and exceeded all expectations. A multitude of guests travelled from afar to experience this unique sensory experience.  The location with its beautiful scenery, tantalizing food and multiple, talented music acts did not disappoint.

The day started off with an unforgettable rugby match. The comradery between all fellow rugby supporters was not only felt, but visible to all in the Jameson man-cave. Everyone was cheering on their favourite team, the “bokke”, and the fans could be heard way into to Namibian bush.

Local artists, including Ray, Diolini and Chris B ensured that the spirit stayed at an all time high with their exceptional musical performances. After the rugby victory, many enjoyed a refreshing dip in the crystal clear blue swimming pools, indulged in champagne and a variety of wine tasting.
As lunch hour struck,  guests got together in the food court to enjoy a huge variety of delicacies, including vegan wraps, infused popsicles, kebabs and an assortment of traditional Namibian dishes, to name but a few.

The highlight of the festival was the amazing performance given by the popular band Freshly Ground,  whose performance saw their fans dancing into the sunset as the evening vibe began.
After all enjoyed a fantastic day at the Midgard Taste Festival, the comfortable accommodation was calling.  A good nights rest in either the beautiful rooms, trains or tents were made available.

Breakfast was a scrumptious affair and was presented in the unique setting of the newly launched train accommodation area.  The last couple of hours was enjoyed in this beautiful, tranquil setting before the guests had to say “good bye” and head home.

We look forward to hosting this event again in 2020!  Date to be confirmed as soon as possible.

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O&L Leisure news

Foreword by Terence Makari - Managing Director of O&L Leisure
I was most surprised when my marketing team asked me to write the foreword for the Christmas edition of our newsletter.  Did this really mean that 2018 had come and gone?

Time sure rushes by when you are having fun and 2018 has been a demanding, challenging and remarkable year for O & L Leisure.  All 4 of our properties, Chobe Water Villas, Strand Hotel Swakopmund, Mokuti Etosha Lodge and Midgard Country Estate have enjoyed many changes, additions, events and media visits.

O & L Leisure has invested a lot of time and effort in upgrading both Mokuti Etosha Lodge and Midgard Country Estate. The changes are phenomenal with guests not holding back with their praise.

The Strand Hotel is enjoying the reputation of being the “best” hotel in Swakopmund, boasting a variety of restaurants seems to be “the” place to stay and to be seen.  The additional “Poetry evenings” are a winner too.

Chobe Water Villas, being in a class of its own, is now known as the most luxurious Lodge in Chobe.  It definitely has the best location and is a dream holiday destination.

But, most importantly, we have invested in our staff.  We have teams training at all 4 properties and pride ourselves in the well-being of each and every individual.

There have been staff relocations, promotions and new appointments at all the properties. For example, Ivan Kasozi now being General Manager at Mokuti, Herbert Van Schalkwyk the new chef at the Farmhouse Deli and Michelle Godenschweig starting the very successful Poetry Evening at the Brewer & Butcher (just to mention a few)…

As this year comes to an end we are already a in full swing with all our planning for 2019.  As always, there will be changes and upgrades to constantly keep our properties competitive and up to date and our staff educated and motivated.