Namibia Local Markets and Hospitality
We spent three days in Namibia, two in Walvis Bay/Windhoek and one in Luderitz. Near Windhoek we visited some of the world’s highest sand dunes where some intrepid folks wind-surf. On the way to nearby beaches a good time was had by all, including the seals and pelicans who jumped into our launch looking for a handout. We paddled sea kayaks to visit seal colonies. A lone coyote prowled the beach while another sought daytime shelter. There were massive salt flats and evaporation ponds, one of Namibia’s prosperous industries.
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Namibia was fun and refreshing. Though it clearly has elements of poverty, it seems to be a relatively open and prosperous society. Windhoek has a mid-level mall. Luderitz was relaxing. I wandered around the small community. People looked like me and at least at first glance people paid me no mind. If I hid my camera and tried not to speak, I could pass for a local. Some people spoke English but they had difficulty understanding me, since I have a heavy American accent. I visited a supermarket, and a small department store where I tried on shoes and ended up buying a hat. There were goods typical of what I would find at home and the prices were reasonable.
Linda