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  • AustraliaReserves and Sanctuaries

    5 Reasons to visit David Fleay Wildlife Park

    by Sonja Faul June 19, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    Want to get up close to and learn more about native Australian animals in a relaxed atmosphere? Then David Fleay Wildlife Park is the place for you. The park is home to …

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  • GreeceTravel Tips

    The best photo spots along the Fira to Oia hike

    by Sonja Faul June 14, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    The Fira to Oia hike is, without a doubt, the most popular hiking trail in Santorini. It’s not just the most popular hike, but also one of the top activities to do …

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    Hiking in Santorini: 2 alternative routes to the Fira-Oia hike

    by Sonja Faul June 11, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    The thing that surprised me most about Santorini was the amazing hiking trails. Hiking in Santorini is a fun way to explore the natural beauty of the island. The most popular trail …

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  • Animal FactsAustralia

    15 Platypus Facts That Will Blow Your Mind

    by Sonja Faul May 28, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    I’m back with another Aussie animal article and this time I’m bringing you 15 awesome platypus facts. The platypus is arguably the world’s strangest mammal, and hands down the most interesting animal …

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    10 Tasmanian Devil facts you need to know

    by Sonja Faul April 27, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    If you grew up watching the Looney Tunes, you’ll be familiar with Taz. He’s a Tasmanian Devil cartoon character with little patience and a short temper. I’ve never seen a Tasmanian Devil …

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  • Australia

    16 photos to inspire you to visit South Straddie

    by Sonja Faul April 22, 2019
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    South Stradbroke Island or South Straddie as the locals call it, is an island off the coast of Queensland, Australia. At a width of just 2.5 km and length of 21 km, …

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  • FrancePersonal Stories

    My favourite Notre Dame photos and memories

    by Sonja Faul April 19, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of the fire that blazed through the Notre Dame and almost burned it to ashes. It’s one of those things that you think …

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    The Notre Dame in flames: a metaphor for life

    by Sonja Faul April 16, 2019
    by Sonja Faul

    I woke up in Australia this morning to the devastating news about the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. An accidental fire engulfed the historic monument in flames, completely destroying the roof and …

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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