Tourism rising in Namibia - now is the time for your visit

Hello to any of my remaining readers!



I took a two year break from blogging, but now I am trying to get back into it.  

I am now one of the editors of a weekly newspaper called the Windhoek Observer and that kept me busy during my blog haitus! (www.observer.com.na).  

The exchange rate is low right now, 1 US Dollar = 12.99 South African Rand, making your trip here a bit less expensive if you are coming from a hard currency country.  Book your travel now, as our peak season (roughly July - November) is usually fully booked at the best sites around the country. My friends in the industry are reporting that they are quickly filling up with pre-bookings!  

These days, lots of airlines are flying into Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia.  Check Air Namibia first to support the country's economy, but you can also price shop for your ticket with British Air, South African Airways, KLM, Qatar Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines.  A trip here is glorious!

Check out an article I just did for World Wildlife Day which was March 3rd. 
www.observer.com.na/index.php/national/7732-
wildlife-thriving-in-namibia-on-world-wildlife-day-and-beyond.  Hugs and thanks to
my friend Chris Weaver, the director of WWF in Namibia for giving me an interview.



Here is the first paragraph of that piece:

"World Wildlife Day is celebrated on March 3, 2017.  Nowhere should there be more recognition of this day and its importance than here in Namibia, home of one of the greatest wildlife success stories ever told. With 18% of Namibia’s land under environmental protection, 82 communal conservancies formed to protect the flora and fauna of the land where they live and 1.4 million tourists arriving each year (most of whom visit National Parks), World Wildlife Day in Namibia has a special significance."



Enjoy these photos provided by my friends at ONGAVA GAME RESERVE!  Their place is beautiful and eco friendly.  My friend Rob Moffett is the manager and those of you planning a trip to Namibia, need to check them out!  Their facilities are right next door to the Etosha National Park!  You can hear the lions roar in the early morning and it can really make your entire bungalow tremble! www.ongava.com.

Until next blog!  Bye from Jackie!
jw.asheeke@gmail.com