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    Budget Bangkok: Roof View Place

    by Sonja Faul May 22, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I was searching for accommodation in Bangkok. The hotel had to tick three boxes: it had to be affordable, clean and centrally located. Enter Roof View Place. This budget hotel/hostel is located …

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  • HotelsIndonesia

    Review: Maison at C Boutique Hotel & Spa

    by Sonja Faul April 24, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Here’s a review of my one night stay at the hotel. The Maison at C Boutique Hotel & Spa is a 4* property centrally located in Seminyak on the island of Bali. …

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  • Thailand

    Thailand in June – should you go?

    by Sonja Faul February 28, 2017
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    I visited Thailand last year in June for two reasons: because it was my birthday and I wanted to celebrate it abroad, and because I got a fantastic flight deal I couldn’t …

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  • Luxury HotelsSingapore

    Review: The swanky Crowne Plaza Changi Airport

    by Sonja Faul February 21, 2017
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    The Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is a 5* hotel located, as the name suggests, at Terminal 3 of Changi Airport. It’s a luxurious and elegant hotel, the perfect place to stay for …

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  • Cambodia

    The best way to explore the Angkor Temples

    by Sonja Faul February 7, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    There are a number of ways to explore the Angkor temples just outside Siem Reap. You can take a Tuk-Tuk and be chauffeured around from temple to temple. But the drivers usually …

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    Review: The Artini Resort

    by Sonja Faul February 4, 2017
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    The Artini Resort is a beautiful 4* property in Ubud. It’s surrounded by rice patties and lush gardens. Yet, right up the street, you’ll find shops, restaurants, and spas. One of the …

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  • Cambodia

    9 interesting facts about Cambodian culture you probably didn’t know

    by Sonja Faul February 1, 2017
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    A highlight for me when visiting a new country is to learn about the culture and customs of that country. I was lucky enough to strike up a conversation with a local …

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  • Thailand

    A quick guide to Ko Phi Phi

    by Sonja Faul January 26, 2017
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    Ko Phi Phi is a popular tourist island destination in Thailand. The island gained fame when The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, was filmed here. It’s also a popular destination for adventure activities …

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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