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Saturday, 24 October 2015

Namibia: Canyon Lodge unique photo gallery | Каньон Лодж Намибия

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Canyon Lodge unique photo gallery. Fish River Canyon, southern Namibia.

Canyon Lodge Namibia - Fish River Canyon

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Mozambique: Hotel Cardoso Oktoberfest news & event

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Event: Hotel Cardoso Maputo Oktoberfest 2015 Charity Event (all proceeds will go to charity)

Hotel Cardoso Maputo Oktoberfest - Mozambique

Date: October 30 and 31, 2015
Time: 19:00 – 24:00
Place: Hotel Cardoso
Tickets: Friday – MZN 2000, Saturday – MZN 1500

Ticket price includes One free souvenir mug and beer on arrival, Dinner with German traditional menu, Entertainment with real German Oom Pah Pah band from Bavaria.

Sponsors: Hotel Cardoso, CDM, Bytes & Pieces, Hollard Insurance, GK Mining, Ronil.

Info & photo: Hotel Cardoso

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Thursday, 22 October 2015

Namibia: Gondwana Kalahari Anib Lodge update & photo gallery | Аниб Лодж Намибия

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Gondwana Anib Lodge - renovations and upgrades in 2016

Gondwana Kalahari Anib Lodge will be embarking on a thorough three months refurbishments in early 2016. The lodge will close for renovations on 4 January 2016 till 1 April 2016.
Renovations at all Gondwana's establishments will be carried out at regular intervals in order to maintain the quality of group's product. Alterations at Kalahari Anib Lodge are extensive and decision has been made to close it for three months to avoid guests' disturbance.
The freestanding chalets of Anib Lodge complex are going to be converted to 22 comfort rooms including family units with majestic views of the surrounding savannahs. 30 standard rooms around the courtyard will be upgraded.
More upgrades are planned: the access road to Anib Lodge will be shifted and lead through more enticing scenery in future. Walkways will be constructed behind the chalets so that guests can enjoy uninterrupted vistas of the savannah. Anib's new restaurant and large terrace will offer wonderful views of the waterhole.

Kalahari Anib Lodge will reopen on 1 April 2016. Lodge's guests can look forward to a spacious new main building which will house the reception, a souvenir shop, a bar and a restaurant with a terrace of generous proportions.

Photos: Anib Lodge

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Namibia: Luderitz Nest Hotel news update & photo gallery | Нест Отель Людериц Намибия

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In April 2015, Lüderitz Nest Hotel celebrated its 17th birthday - the hotel was officially opened exactly 17 years ago by Dr. Sam Nujoma, the President of Namibia. With continuous support of all guests and stakeholders Nest Hotel is allowed to grow from strength to strength with all profits being invested back into the business to allow for further developments and upgrades. The latest and most recent upgrades are: new extra large queen size beds in all double rooms, new extra wide duvets, new HD TVs, new large laptop safes, new 100 m2 Crayfish Bar & Lounge, new eco solar heating system for swimming pools and new massive eco power generator to provide full power to the hotel in the event of power failures. More renovations have been carried out in the Penquin Restaurant and more delicious menus have recently been introduced including various fresh Atlantic oyster dishes.

Photos: Nest Hotel

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Wednesday, 21 October 2015

Namibia: important notice from NWR - Luderitz Shark Island Resort | Людериц Шарк Айланд Намибия

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Luderitz NWR Shark Island Resort

The management of NWR has taken a business decision to alienate Shark Island Lüderitz chalets from the Company's product portfolio. From 2015 the three chalets are no longer available for reservations and occupation. However the “Light House“ will remain available for reservations.

Namibia: Alte Kalkofen Lodge renovations update | Альте Калкофен Лодж Намибия

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Alte Kalkofen Lodge

There are two new Luxury bungalows (self-catering or family rooms) at the lodge. Bungalows consist out of the following:

1. Sleeping room.
2. Sitting room with small kitchen and a braai.

Currently it effectively means that Alte Kalkofen Lodge is able to accommodate 26 guests plus the 2 tour guide in guide rooms. There are also three new camping sites available.

Photos: Alte Kalkofen

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Namibia: Le Mirage Desert Lodge renovations & photo gallery | Ле Мираж Намибия

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Le Mirage Desert Lodge & Spa - renovations

Le Mirage would like to thank all esteemed guests for your continued support. The upgrades at Le Mirage Lodge and renovation of swimming pool and surrounding areas have been completed recently. The guests of the lodge are now provided with even better facilities with a fresh look inside the famous Castle of Le Mirage.

Photos: Le Mirage

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Tuesday, 20 October 2015

Botswana: Flamingo season in Sua Pan, Nata Bird Sanctuary | Ната Лодж Ботсвана

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Flamingo season in Sua Pan, Nata Bird Sanctuary

An unpredictable phenomena, breeding flamingos in their hundreds and thousands yearly turn Sua Pan a deep pink. Sua Pan, located in the Nata Bird Sanctuary, is one of only three remaining prime breeding sites for flamingos in Africa where Lesser Flamingos breed on a regular basis. The other two are Lake Natron and Etosha Pan. Due to late rains this pink shimmering mass of flamingos are still at Sua Pan and can be seen from the elevated hide in the Nata Bird Sanctuary which provides a spectacular photographic vantage point and views over the vast pan.
During and after the rainy season (December to April) a tremendous variety and concentration of waterbirds migrate to the Nata River delta and its pans. These salt pans are sustained by seasonal rain, freshwater from the Nata River and the Boteti River, often replenished by the far-reaching floods of the Okavango Delta. The seasonal flooding of the pans creates an immense shallow wetland with an abundant food supply of algae and shrimp making it a prime breeding location for flamingos and pelicans. During times of above average rains the lake-like Sua Pan remains filled through the year making it the most important habitat for Southern Africa’s nomadic and migratory waterbirds. When breeding conditions are right (usually March to June, following the rains) both the Lesser and Greater Flamingo build mud cones and lay one egg. For about one month the parents incubate the egg until it hatches. After a week or so the young birds flock together and start foraging with their parents. Only ten weeks later are the young ready to fly and look after themselves.
Under One Botswana Sky's Nata Lodge is situated close to Botswana’s top birding hotspot, The Nata Bird Sanctuary which boasts about 165 bird species consisting of resident and migratory birds ranging from flamingos, pelicans, ducks, geese, storks, ostriches, kingfishers, eagles and spoon bills. Other noteable bird species recorded are avocet, blackwinged stilt, blacksmith lawping, blackneck grebe, bustards, carmine, bee-eaters, darters, korhaans, kori bustard and more.

Nata Lodge - facts

°    Located close to the entrance of Nata Bird Sanctuary, 10 km from Nata village
°    Rebuilt in September 2009 Nata Lodge is an oasis set among Mokolwane palms on the edge of the Makgadikgadi salt pans
°    Bird watchers paradise, pan drives in 4x4 game vehicles, Nata village tour
°    22 wooden thatched chalets on stilts, en-suite with bath & outdoor shower, air-conditioned, balcony
°    Includes 2 family chalets and 1 chalet adapted to provide easier access for disabled
°    10 luxury safari tents, en-suite bathrooms & outdoor showers
°    Restaurant, bar area, lunch terrace, swimming pool, curio shop, camp site

Photos & info: Nata Lodge

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Namibia: Galton House update & gallery | Галтон Хаус Намибия

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Galton House Windhoek - update

The Galton House, located in Windhoek, has recently become completely solar reliant, with a solar system installation which services the needs of the entire establishment. As one of only a few urban accommodation establishments able to offer this, we feel proud to be helping look after our environment in such a significant way.

Our lunch menu has been completely overhauled, adding tasty new dishes and also a great kiddies menu, all thanks to our very own foodie Penny Scott.
We now offer complimentary afternoon coffee/tea and cake at 16h00 during summer and 15h30 during winter. In addition to this, we serve complimentary bar snacks with the traditional ‘sundowners’ in the evening pre dinner. All of this again is a true value add, to give our guests the perfect ‘camp/lodge-type’ experience in Windhoek.

Information & photos: Galton House

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