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Sonja Faul

Sonja Faul

I’m a travel fanatic, nature lover, geek, metalhead, and writer. My promise to you: transparency, depth, and passion. Keep it real and stay weird everybody!

  • Spain

    Postcards from Abroad: The Sagrada Familia

    by Sonja Faul December 28, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

        The Sagrada Familia is Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished masterpiece. The church, now a minor basilica, is probably the main tourist attraction in Barcelona, with good reason. The basilica is …

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  • Animal experiencesIndonesia

    Releasing turtle hatchlings in Bali

    by Sonja Faul December 25, 2016
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    Kuta consists of narrow little streets and pushy vendors trying to sell you things you really don’t need or want. The only redeeming feature for me is the Bali Sea Turtle Society. …

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  • Singapore

    Spending an afternoon at Gardens by the Bay

    by Sonja Faul December 24, 2016
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    Visiting the Gardens by the Bay is the number one rated activity to do in Singapore according to TripAdvisor. After an unexpected and unplanned lengthy layover in Singapore, I was searching for …

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  • South Africa

    Are these the best waffles in South Africa?

    by Sonja Faul December 23, 2016
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    Where can you find the best waffles in South Africa? In my opinion, at The Waffle House in Ramsgate on the south coast of South Africa. Now, I have not tasted every …

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  • Indonesia

    How to spend 48 hours in Ubud

    by Sonja Faul December 20, 2016
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    I fell in love with Ubud during my brief stay in this bohemian/hippy town. Why? The lush jungles that surround the town, the rice patties in the middle of town and all …

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    Postcards from Abroad: The Animals of Indonesia

    by Sonja Faul December 15, 2016
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    I only spent a week in Indonesia, but I saw so many animals! Just by keeping my eyes peeled on hiking trails, I saw so many creatures including butterflies and spiders. Indonesia …

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  • IndonesiaLuxury Hotels

    Review: Novotel Bali Ngurah Rai Airport

    by Sonja Faul December 12, 2016
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    The Novotel is conveniently located right at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar. Elegantly and beautifully decorated, it’s the perfect place to stay before you catch a flight or if you have …

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    Exploring Komodo National Park

    by Sonja Faul December 9, 2016
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    Every nature lover should visit Komodo National Park in Indonesia! Not only is it a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it has also recently been named one of the New 7 Wonders of …

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Hi, I’m Sonja!

Hi, I’m Sonja!

I’m a South African expat currently living in Amsterdam. Follow my adventures around the globe as I write about places and faces, indulge my sweet tooth, take photographs and learn about animals.

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Sightseeing Scientist
  • About Me
  • Destinations
    • Africa
      • South Africa
    • Asia
      • Cambodia
      • India
      • Indonesia
      • Singapore
      • Thailand
    • Central America
      • Dominican Republic
    • Europe
      • Central Europe
        • Austria
        • Czech Republic
        • Hungary
        • Poland
        • Slovakia
      • Northern Europe
        • Denmark
        • Norway
      • Southern Europe
        • Cyprus
        • Greece
        • Italy
      • Western Europe
        • Belgium
        • France
        • Germany
        • Luxembourg
        • Netherlands
        • Spain
        • Switzerland
    • North America
      • USA
    • Oceania
      • Australia
  • Wildlife
    • Animal Experiences
    • Animal Facts
    • National Parks
    • Reserves and Sanctuaries
    • Volunteering
  • Resources
    • Group tours
    • Reviews
      • Airlines
      • Cruise Lines
      • B&B
      • Hostels
      • Hotels
      • Luxury Hotels
    • Travel Tips
  • Personal Stories