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Sonja Faul

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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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    10 Tasmanian Devil facts you need to know

    by Sonja Faul April 27, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    If you grew up watching the Looney Tunes, you’ll be familiar with Taz. He’s a Tasmanian Devil cartoon character with little patience and a short temper. I’ve never seen a Tasmanian Devil …

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    16 photos to inspire you to visit South Straddie

    by Sonja Faul April 22, 2019
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    South Stradbroke Island or South Straddie as the locals call it, is an island off the coast of Queensland, Australia. At a width of just 2.5 km and length of 21 km, …

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    My favourite Notre Dame photos and memories

    by Sonja Faul April 19, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of the fire that blazed through the Notre Dame and almost burned it to ashes. It’s one of those things that you think …

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    The Notre Dame in flames: a metaphor for life

    by Sonja Faul April 16, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    I woke up in Australia this morning to the devastating news about the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. An accidental fire engulfed the historic monument in flames, completely destroying the roof and …

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    A complete guide to South Stradbroke Island

    by Sonja Faul April 15, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    South Stradbroke Island is located a stone’s throw away from the Gold Coast. This narrow, long island is a peaceful break away from civilization with pristine beaches, natural vegetation and lots of …

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    March Musings

    by Sonja Faul March 31, 2019
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    January and February were really uneventful months for me. I didn’t travel anywhere and it felt like I didn’t do anything. But boy, March was a horse of a different colour! I …

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    How to apply for an Australian Visitor Visa online

    by Sonja Faul March 22, 2019
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    As the holder of a South African passport, I’m no stranger to applying for tourist visas when I travel. At the end of last year, I had to get a new passport …

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    The best time of the year to visit Amsterdam

    by Sonja Faul March 7, 2019
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    I’ve been living in Amsterdam for two years now and although I enjoy every season in the city, I have a clear favourite. Let me give you a hint: tulips. Did you …

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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