The Great African Balloon Adventure - Off to the Desert!

Here's a shot from the first landing...right at the beginning of this great adventure!
It has been suggested I introduce you to the crew, so I shall try and assemble mug shots of the ace crew and add descriptions. (Bribes in plain envelopes will protect you from the worst embarrassments).
Windhoek has made enormous progress since getting independence 18 years ago. My first impressions yesterday have been happily updated this morning.
After lunch, we head off south west whilst considering news that the weather in our destination has been wet and windy for the last week, and the river Tschauchab is running so nobody can cross. Out with the maps!!

Our fixer, Martin, has been a great help and runs a very successful business. His website is HERE.

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Susie B said…
Good to hear your latest update - logging on in Lupfig whilst Maya sleeps and Amanda is with Alex doing a woodland excursion!
Snowing here and -11 forcast, brrrr... enjoy your sunshine! xx
16 February 2009 at 12:38
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