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    Tips for visiting Gellert Baths in Budapest

    by Sonja Faul July 26, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Visiting a thermal bath during your trip to Budapest is like a rite of passage! It’s a must-do activity you cannot miss! There are various thermal baths across the city for you …

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    Staying at Hostel Stara Polana, Zakopane

    by Sonja Faul July 7, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I was searching for budget accommodation in Zakopane in January. The small town was nearly fully booked (as December/January is peek season), so I was lucky to find a private room at …

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    Staying at Patio Hostel, Bratislava

    by Sonja Faul June 26, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Looking for budget accommodation close to everything in Bratislava? Look no further than Patio Hostel. The hostel is only 7 minutes’ walk from the historical city centre of Bratislava, yet away from …

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    Staying at the Enziana Hotel in Vienna

    by Sonja Faul June 4, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    The Enziana Hotel is an Alpine themed hotel located two kilometres from Vienna’s city centre. It’s close to public transportation and in no time you’ll be anywhere in the city. The Enziana Hotel …

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    Free Walking Tour Vienna – this is what you’ll see and do

    by Sonja Faul May 31, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I’m a huge fan of the free walking tour. When I’m travelling to a new city or town, it’s the first thing I Google. It’s the perfect way to get the layout …

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  • Poland

    Must-see Street Art in Krakow

    by Sonja Faul May 28, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Street art in Krakow isn’t merely meaningless graffiti on the sides of buildings. Actually, quite the opposite is true. Street art in Krakow is filled with symbolism and substance. The first street …

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    A slow morning in Wroclaw

    by Sonja Faul May 19, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    At the end of my Central Europe trip, I was travelling from Zakopane in the South of Poland back to Prague. The bus ride was too long for one stretch, so I …

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  • Hungary

    11 cool things to do in Budapest inspired by hit songs

    by Sonja Faul May 7, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe with lots to see and do. If it’s not on your bucket list yet, you should add it immediately. Right now, I’m …

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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