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  • Animal FactsSouth Africa

    10 interesting facts about giraffes

    by Sonja Faul April 21, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    With over one million people watching the live stream of April the giraffe giving birth and Earth Day right around the corner, I thought it appropriate to share some facts about giraffes …

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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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  • NetherlandsPersonal Stories

    Looking back at my first month in Amsterdam

    by Sonja Faul April 6, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I cannot believe it’s been a month since I’ve moved to the Netherlands! One whole month. How time flies. If you want to know more about my first month in Amsterdam, keep …

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  • Poland

    Krakow Food Guide: what and where to eat

    by Sonja Faul March 28, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    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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  • HotelsNetherlands

    My stay at the quirky Lloyd Hotel in Amsterdam

    by Sonja Faul March 16, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    The Lloyd Hotel and Cultural Embassy in Amsterdam is certainly a colourful and interesting property! It features 1 to 5-star rooms, the first of its kind in the world. More than 50 …

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  • Italy

    Cinque Terre day trip from Florence

    by Sonja Faul March 10, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Have you heard of the Cinque Terre? Five colourful villages along the Mediterranean Sea in Liguria, Italy. With heaps to do and see in Venice, Florence, and Rome, the Cinque Terre might …

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  • Germany

    Postcards from Abroad: Neuschwanstein Castle

    by Sonja Faul March 7, 2017
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    Fairytale castle alert…quite literary! Neuschwanstein Castle in Germany inspired the Sleeping Beauty Castles in Disneyland and Disneyland Hong Kong. It was originally constructed as a personal refuge and retreat for the reclusive …

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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