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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!

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    My two favourite fairy tale Swiss mountain villages

    by Sonja Faul September 5, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Snowy mountains, green pastures with grazing livestock and turquoise lakes. Every frame in Switzerland is postcard-perfect. Adding to the lure of this beautiful country is it’s charming mountain villages. My two personal …

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  • ThailandVolunteering

    Journey to Freedom: Volunteering with Asian Elephants

    by Sonja Faul September 1, 2016
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    I spent a week volunteering with Asian elephants in Northern Thailand. It was the highlight of my Thailand trip and an experience that will stay with me for a long time. I …

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  • Airlines

    KLM New World Business Class

    by Sonja Faul August 30, 2016
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    Flying business class has always been a dream of mine. You know, one of those dreams that I thought would never come true. Here I was, thinking I’d forever be boarding airplanes, …

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  • USA

    New York City on a South African budget

    by Sonja Faul August 30, 2016
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    New York City is ranked as one of the most expensive cities in the world. That’s not exactly the kind of thing you want to hear if you are travelling to New …

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    New York City food hack

    by Sonja Faul August 30, 2016
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    It’s no secret that New York is one of the most expensive cities in the world. When it comes to food, the most cost-effective way to get by is to prepare your …

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    Golden Triangle Tour with G Adventures

    by Sonja Faul August 27, 2016
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    I joined the eight-day classic G Adventures Golden Triangle Tour that started and ended in Delhi. It was my first time joining a group tour and what a terrific experience it was! …

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  • HotelsThailand

    Review: Ao Nang Viva Resort

    by Sonja Faul August 24, 2016
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    Ao Nang Viva Resort is located right in the middle between two beaches, approximately 1.2 km from both Ao Nang and Nopparat Thara beach. The resort is built around a beautiful courtyard …

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    A sobering visit to Dachau Memorial

    by Sonja Faul August 24, 2016
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    Munich is the heart and soul of Bavaria and the home of Octoberfest. However, reminders of the terror caused by the Nazi regime can be found everywhere in and around the city. …

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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
 

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