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    All the animals I saw in Yosemite National Park

    by Sonja Faul November 29, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Everybody who likes nature will love Yosemite National Park. With cliffs, mountains, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls, there is literally a postcard-perfect picture around every corner. Despite all these beautiful sights, what excited …

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    Where to find the best views in San Francisco

    by Sonja Faul November 28, 2017
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    Are you wondering where to find the best views in San Francisco? I’ve got you covered! I spent four days in the City by the Bay this past summer. As I expected, the …

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    The Freehand in downtown Los Angeles

    by Sonja Faul November 27, 2017
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    Freehand opened its doors in downtown Los Angeles this past summer. I stayed at this beautiful hostel/hotel combination for one night. The hostel is well connected to the rest of the city. …

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    Everything you need to know about eating a cruffin in San Francisco

    by Sonja Faul November 25, 2017
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    San Francisco is every foodie’s dream destination. And I love me some great food, especially the sweet kind. When I started to search for the best bakeries in San Francisco, Mr Holmes …

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    Watching the sunset at the Santa Monica Pier

    by Sonja Faul November 23, 2017
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    I wanted to watch the sunset at the Santa Monica Pier. I know, right? So unoriginal. It’s one of those must-do Los Angeles activities on everybody’s bucket lists. Perhaps it’s even a …

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    Staying at the Walk of Fame Hostel in Hollywood

    by Sonja Faul November 21, 2017
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    If you’re looking for an affordable place to stay in Hollywood, look no further than the Walk of Fame Hostel. It’s as the name suggests, located right on the Walk of Fame, …

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    My favourite stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

    by Sonja Faul November 20, 2017
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    I’ve been a movie buff ever since I can remember, so needless to say, I was so excited to set foot on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. There are thousands of stars …

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    Getting to know California Ground Squirrels

    by Sonja Faul November 19, 2017
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    My favourite part of visiting Yosemite National Park this past summer was all the animals I saw. Rodents, birds, and deer. I encountered numerous of these furry rodents inside the park. At …

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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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      • Dominican Republic
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