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  • Czech Republic

    Prague when it snows

    by Sonja Faul April 18, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    This was my first time in Prague. I chose to visit the capital of the Czech Republic during winter, in late December and again in early January. Why I hear you ask? …

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  • Hungary

    Budapest comes alive at night

    by Sonja Faul April 11, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Something magical happens in Budapest as the sun sets on the Danube…the whole city comes alive! The buildings are bathed in light, highlighting every feature. And then a peculiar thing happens. You …

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  • Poland

    Krakow Food Guide: what and where to eat

    by Sonja Faul March 28, 2017
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    I’ll be honest with you: I didn’t expect to find the culinary highlight of my Central European trip in Poland! I was blown away by the hearty food and all the great …

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  • Slovakia

    How to spend 24 hours in Bratislava

    by Sonja Faul March 4, 2017
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    On my way from Vienna to Budapest, I decided to stop and explore Bratislava for one day. Compared to other European capitals, the city is fairly small but definitely worth a visit! Here’s …

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  • Poland

    A quick guide to Zakopane

    by Sonja Faul February 18, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Zakopane is the winter capital of Poland. This charming town is located approximately 100 km south of Krakow. I visited Zakopane in early January when everything was covered in snow. It was …

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  • Animal experiencesPoland

    Dog sledding adventure in Zakopane

    by Sonja Faul February 13, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Exploring the white winter landscapes of Europe on a sled pulled by excited and eager dogs…Yes please! As an animal lover and husky owner myself, this activity has grabbed my attention for …

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  • Czech Republic

    Kutna Hora day trip from Prague

    by Sonja Faul January 30, 2017
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    Eighty kilometers east of Prague is the medieval city of Kutna Hora. Known for its silver mines, this once thriving city used to be the leading producer of silver in Europe. Today, …

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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