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A Tough Lesson: Why You Should Always Book in Advance

by Ella McKendrick
Toyota Hilux self-drive 4x4 in Sossusvlei with sand dunes, Namib Desert in Namibia, Africa

I considered amending my previous blog post on choosing the perfect car for a Namibian road-trip with the new information that I’ve … Read more

Guide to Choosing the Perfect Car for a Namibian Road-Trip

by Ella McKendrick
Toyota Hilux self-drive through the desert in the Skeleton Coast, Namibia, Africa

After booking my flights to Namibia (a horrible, stressful experience which you can read about here), it’s now time to … Read more

How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off Buying Flights

by Ella McKendrick
View out of plane window over Mahé island, Seychelles

I have just bought my flights to Namibia for this winter (hallelujah!) I wish I could say that it was a pleasant … Read more

How to Plan a 14 Day Road Trip Around Namibia

by Ella McKendrick
Toyota Hilux 4x4 self-drive with rooftop tent in Namib-Naukluft Mountain Zebra Park, Namibia, Africa

Yep, you heard right – I am going back to Namibia. OK, I haven’t actually booked my flights yet but … Read more

The Time I Fostered a Baby Baboon For A Night

by Ella McKendrick
Ella with Baby Baboon at Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary Namibia

This is a travelogue, a personal essay from my time volunteering in Namibia. This piece delves into my experience of … Read more

I Took a Caracal for a Walk! – Ethical Wildlife Sanctuary Experience

by Ella McKendrick
Caracal at Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary Namibia

This is a travelogue, a personal essay from my time volunteering in Namibia. This piece delves into my experience taking … Read more

Arriving at N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary – My First Solo Travel Experience

by Ella McKendrick
Naankuse Wildlife Sanctuary Namibia

This is a travelogue, a personal essay from my time volunteering in Namibia. This piece delves into my experience travelling … Read more

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