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26/08/2026

Who is your personal hero? Today is the time to honour them. Today is Namibia’s “Heroes’ Day”

It commemorates Namibia’s’ long struggle for independence. After the German had left their colony, South Africa took over “South West Africa”. They insisted on staying even after the UN revoked their mandate in 1966. Once more, Namibian people had to fight for independence and they took up arms. At the Independence Memorial Museum in Windhoek, you can learn the whole story.

In 1990 Namibia finally gained independence. Yesterday’s freedom fighters became today’s politicians. The independence movement “South West Africa People’s Organization” took over government and became the ruling party “SWAPO”

26 August is also called “Namibia Day” – the day on which Namibia commemorates its heroes.

Let’s join and honour our own heroes! 😊



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16/08/2026

Did you know that …?

👉 Namibia takes its name from the Namib desert, one of the oldest and driest deserts in the world – it’s official name being the Namib Sand Sea
👉 here you’ll find some of the world’s tallest sand dunes reaching heights of about 300 metres, as tall as London’s “The Shard”-skyscraper or New Yorks “Chrysler Building”
👉 the Namib desert stretches out 1600 along the Atlantic Sea Coast from Angola in the North to South Africa
👉 along its coast, the cold Benguela Current doesn’t only sustain a productive maritime ecosystem, it also creates heavy fogs where it meets Namibia’s hot desert climate
👉 this fog - together with treacherous sandbanks along the shore – proves a major hazard to ships, hence the name Skeleton Coast: it is littered with shipwrecks
👉 that same fog brings much-needed moisture to the desert and provides the basis for life for plants, insects and reptiles
👉 As most of the Namib is a Nature conversation area and forms part of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, the best-known access points for tourists are Sossusvlei and the coastal city Walvis Bay (Sandwich Harbour)

Although Namibia is a very arid country, it is neither always dry nor everywhere. Especially the central highlands benefit from the rainy season between November and April. The strangely shaped pan handle that protrudes from Namibia’s Northeast corner receives far more rainfall than the rest of the country.

This region, called the Caprivi Strip, is crisscrossed by rivers such as the Okavango, the Cuando and the Zambezi. It supports a diverse biosphere including hippos, crocodiles and elephants. For many travellers, the Caprivi Strip serves as a gateway to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe and Zambia.

Have you experienced the silence of the desert yet?
Have you ever had the chance to admire the starry sky on a desert night?

👉 Come and visit 😊

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09/08/2026

Sunday, 9th August. Today is The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. This annual commemoration day dates to a UN assembly in 1994. It was introduced it to raise the awareness of the needs of indigenous peoples.

As the world grows ever-more interconnected, globalized and fast-paced, ancient customs and lifestyles are at risk to get lost. Throughout human history, indigenous peoples have been driven from their homelands. They have lost the foundations of their traditional way of life. They are slowly losing their identity while being assimilated by other societies.

What about Namibia?
When Western colonialists arrived on these shores, they found a rich mosaic of local cultures: the Damara, Herero, Himba to name just a few.
Many of these had been immigrants themselves a long time ago. One of the oldest cultures in this part of the world are the San People. You might know them by the name “Bushmen People” – even though this term certainly had a negative connotation in the past.

The San are among the oldest indigenous people in Southern Africa with a history of more than 20.000 years. Ancient rock paintings illustrate their nomadic lifestyles in nowadays Namibia, Botswana and South Africa. The San are famous for their distinct click-consonant, their expert knowledge on life in the desert and their communal way of living with no concept of private possession.

Today, Namibia is estimated to be home to roughly 30.000 San people. Few of them practise their ancient way of life. Some offer so-called bushmen walk in which they share their knowledge with curious travellers. This practise has become a significant source of income and a way to preserve ancient knowledge.

Would you like to join bushmen walk? What better way is there to honour the “Indigenous Peoples’ Day”?

It is an interesting and entertaining experience of the Namibian wilderness. The The Bushmen's Survival Trust and Human Dreams e.V. offer guided tours just a stone’s throw from Windhoek. Feel free to ask us about bookings and transport.

https://www.unesco.org/en/days/worlds-indigenous-peoples

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long-established hostel in central Windhoek, 15mins walk from downtown

- camping site, shared & private rooms
- cosy common areas (kitchen, living room, terrace)
- beautiful garden & swimming pool:)
- barbecue

For tours and/or travel advice - please ask

07/08/2026

Friday, finally!
Do you have any plans for the weekend yet?
How about a visit to Paradise?
A barbecue with friends?
Meeting backpackers from all over the world. Sharing stories under the stars.
Next morning, an early bath in our refreshing pool?
And then… coffee in our tranquil garden.

Whom would you like to take with you? 😊
Tag your travel mate

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02/08/2026

Did you know that …?

🇳🇦 Namibia is a large, young country in Southern Africa that takes its name from the Namib Desert, that stretches along the Atlantic coast and into the central highlands
🦁For travellers seeking nature experiences and African wilderness, Namibia is a treasure trove of fantastic landscapes including deserts, mountain ranges, savannahs, canyons, the famous Skeleton Coast and National Parks like Etosha where you can spot the “Big 5”
🌍 Despite being such a large country (more than 3 times the size of the United Kingdom) it is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world (about 3 million inhabitants)
🫂Despite its small population, Namibia is home to many different ethnic groups speaking a wide variety of languages: Oshiwambo, Khoekhoegowab, Kavango and Herero and San Languages, German and Afrikaans
🇬🇧 Thanks to English being the official language of Namibia, you will find it easy to travel the country and getting in touch with its inhabitants

In our new series, we will present you with curious and exciting facts on our beautiful home country. Come and visit Namibia with us! 😊

✅ Accomodation in Windhoek?
✅ Travel advice?
✅ Tours through Namibia?
👉 Please reach out to us! 😊

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25/07/2026

“Princesa” is watchdog, food taster, personal trainer, animator and chief mascot of ParadiseGarden all at the same time. She has seen many travellers come and go.

If she likes you, she wants you to play ball with her. We could tell you the rules. But it’s more fun to watch you figure them out on your own😉

23/07/2026

16/04/2026

Hey everyone! 🌍✨

Staying with us in Windhoek? Don’t be shy — come chat with us at reception! Whether you’re looking for the best spots to eat, cool events happening in town, or just some insider tips, we’ve got you covered. 🍹🎶

Feeling social? Even better — sometimes we head out ourselves and you’re more than welcome to join! It’s always more fun exploring Windhoek together. 😄

Send us a message or stop by anytime — we love helping you make the most of your stay! So, please book yourself a bunk at ParadiseGarden and head for Windhoek you won’t regret it😊