As a leading supporter and sponsor in the fight against rhino poaching in Namibia, subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) […]
The Olthaver & List group is involved in the consistent adaptation of its leisure establishments to be more ecologically friendly through the use of solar power. The group recently turned their attention to Chobe Water Villas, an O&L lodge situated in the north of Namibia in the Zambezi region.
The Camelthorn brand proudly celebrates its one year anniversary since the launch of its new look in July 2017, with the inclusion of the Urbock variant […]
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) – a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group – has once again proven its commitment to its vision of being […]
Strand Hotel Swakopmund: Where the Namib dunes meet the Atlantic Ocean With its extensive and entertaining Restaurants, Bars, Lounges, Deli, sea facing Terraces and Conference & […]
Chobe Water Villas: A paradise 50,000 elephants call home and where two mighty African rivers meet Chobe Water Villas, an exclusive and intimate “boutique” Lodge is […]
Mokuti Etosha Lodge: The closest lodge to Etosha National Park Mokuti Etosha Lodge in Namibia is the perfect venue for travellers wanting to explore the famous […]
Midgard Country Estate: The ideal family hideaway Midgard Country Estate is an ideal family hide-away, a first or last stop for international visitors, the perfect venue […]
On its journey of upgrading and enhancing the experience of its guests, Midgard Country Estate – part of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Leisure portfolio – has started with renovations on 15 January this year.
The town of Swakopmund is beyond time, as if it has slipped in between the centuries like a joker in a pack of cards. With its old German flavour and extreme desert location, it is a charming anomaly.
Tourism is everyone’s business, and Namibia’s tourism family once again demonstrated commitment, passion and team-work aimed at advancing Namibia as destination of choice globally. As has become tradition, the Hospitality Association of Namibia hosts an annual tourism awards gala to help honour and celebrate the top performers in the industry.
Previously we looked at the Lagoon Five, now we’re moving on to the Dune Five. This list includes some tiny critters that are too often overlooked when visiting the dunes of the Namib Desert.
The Minister of Agriculture, Water & Forestry (MAWF), John Mutorwa visited the Teufelsbach farm on Wednesday, 10 August, on invitation of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group’s subsidiaries, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) and Organic Energy Solutions. The Minister was officially introduced to O&L Energy’s latest innovation that converts invader bush to energy.
Namibia has an abundance of sand, so what better way to utilize it than creating our own version of snowboarding? A few enterprising winter sport enthusiasts realized that it was possible to sled down the sand dunes on thin wooden boards. Sand boarding quickly became a national pastime, and a few years after this discovery someone got the idea that you could strap a snowboard to your feet and go “dune boarding.”
Strand Hotel Swakopmund is situated along the Namibian coast, making it the ideal base from which to explore the surroundings. Not too far from Swakopmund you will find Sandwich Harbour, one of Namibia’s wetland wonders and top birding destinations.
The private sector has teamed up with the Ministry of Environment and Tourism in a project which is aimed at saving Namibia’s rhino population.
Most of us have heard of the “Big Five”, which include the lion, buffalo, leopard, rhinoceros and elephant, but have you ever heard of the “Lagoon Five”? The Lagoon Five refers to the Big Five of the Namibian coast, which includes some less popular,but by no means less spectacular, animals.
In 2015 the luxurious Strand Hotel Swakopmund opened. It was by far the most costly hotel project in the history of the country. In anticipation of visitors from all over the world that have not yet been to Swakopmund, or those that would simply like to know more about the quaint town, Strand Hotel decided to answer a few frequently asked questions.
It is said that the Strand Hotel Swakopmund is the most ambitious hotel project in the history of Namibia. It has 125 rooms and is recognized as a four star hotel and the reason for this huge investment made by O&L Leisure is all the activities in and around Swakopmund. The Strand Hotel Swakopmund recommends exploring Namibia on horseback the next time you pay them a visit.
The top 10 new activities to try on your next visit to the Namibian coast!
Today is the big day! The long-awaited Strand Hotel Swakopmund is officially opening its doors. At 12:00 today the brand new Strand Hotel situated at the Swakopmund Mole will start its new journey.
Sunday Sermons and Decorated Calves' Heads - THE LEGACY OF THE OLD STRAND HOTEL Text Edward Jenkins | Photographs Courtesy of the Sam Cohen Library, Swakopmund […]
Go Green! Main Photo: O&L Environmental Manager, Stefanus Gariseb standing by the official Environmental Week poster That is the new war cry of everyone from food […]
Last week, Olthaver & List, owners of the Strand Hotel in Swakopmund, held the ground-breaking ceremony for the project which will cost approximately N$340 million by […]
Fully revamped empire of the people by Marita van Rooyen Arriving at Midgard Country Estate after a scenic drive past giraffes, black-faced impalas and large numbers […]