[12/09/2008] Okonjima Bush Camp, which is run by the Africat charity who help rescue leopards and cheetahs, is possible one of the best places I have ever stayed. The accommodation is in the form of traditional huts, but with luxurious beds and bathrooms inside. The half-mile walk through long grass to the lodge, from the huts, with a torch is a little traumatic. Leopards wander around the grounds freely, although never eating the guests. The usual format of game drives and communal dinners with sun downers while game viewing is used here, but with a wonderful selection of wildlife and an emphasis on big c [more]

[12/09/2008] I stayed at the Hansa Hotel overnight after a tough 6 hour drive through the desert from Sossusvlei, so it seemed like a bit of an oasis. It is the best hotel in a not very inspiring town. The town was completely closed apart for one bar. The hotel however was fine and its restaurant was really quite good serving local delicacies such as Kudu steak, and German style buffet breakfast. The bar was very good too, with an open fire and reproduction furniture in keeping with the surroundings (the hotel was built in 1905)

[12/09/2008] Heinitzburg Hotel, Windhoek is a great place to stay at the beginning or end of a safari trip in Namibia (or Botswana which is easily accessible by small plane from here too) This splendid old castle which has been extended and converted into a luxury hotel, with a fine wine cellar, good food and a terrace with views over Windhoek.