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    Review: Two Chefs Inn Kata Beach

    by Sonja Faul October 19, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    The Two Chefs Inn is located above the Two Chefs Bar & Grill on the main road that runs through Kata, only 200 m from Kata Beach. The location of the hotel …

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  • Thailand

    10 reasons to visit The White Temple in Chiang Rai

    by Sonja Faul October 17, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    The only reason I took a winding 3-hour bus ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai was to see The White Temple. Was it worth it? Yes, definitely yes! This is my …

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  • ThailandVolunteering

    9 reasons to volunteer at Elephant Nature Park

    by Sonja Faul October 6, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Located a couple of hours’ drive from Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand, Elephant Nature Park (ENP) is an incredible place to visit, a must for all animal lovers and the best place …

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  • B&BItaly

    Review: Bed & Breakfast Rialto

    by Sonja Faul September 24, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Bed & Breakfast Rialto is a cozy guest house right in the heart of Venice. It’s the perfect place to stay if you’re looking for central accommodation, and just minutes away from …

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  • Thailand

    Mini guide to Ao Nang

    by Sonja Faul September 21, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Ao Nang is a beach town approximately 15 km from Krabi town in Southern Thailand. Although all the action takes place in Krabi, I’d rather stay in Ao Nang as it’s much …

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  • Thailand

    How to spend a day at Railay Beach

    by Sonja Faul September 19, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Hidden in a cove halfway between Krabi town and Ao Nang, is Railay beach. It’s scenic, ideal for swimming with lots of adventure activities to keep you occupied for a day. Getting …

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  • Luxury HotelsThailand

    Review: The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai

    by Sonja Faul September 17, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    The Empress Hotel is a four-star luxury hotel, located in the heart of Chiang Mai. It’s only a few minutes’ drive to the old city and within walking distance from the Night …

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  • Cambodia

    Siem Reap cooking class

    by Sonja Faul September 15, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    As a self-proclaimed foodie, attending a Khmer cooking class in Cambodia was a must for me. There are a couple of companies that offer cooking classes in Siem Reap. I selected a …

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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