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  • HostelsSpain

    Why you should stay at Casa Gracia when in Barcelona

    by Sonja Faul November 22, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    If you’re looking for an elegant and spacious yet affordable hostel in Barcelona, look no further than Casa Gracia. This boutique hostel looks and feels more like a hotel. I loved my …

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  • HostelsUSA

    Staying at the Walk of Fame Hostel in Hollywood

    by Sonja Faul November 21, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    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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  • AirlinesTravel Tips

    My secrets for finding and booking cheap flights

    by Sonja Faul November 17, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Let’s get real for a second. One of the greatest expenses while travelling is transportation, getting from point A to point B. This is especially true for flying. But 2016 has been …

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  • HostelsUSA

    Why staying at Hostel Cat is a great budget option in Las Vegas

    by Sonja Faul November 16, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    It’s true that the hotels in Las Vegas are relatively cheap compared to hotels in other US cities. But relatively cheap doesn’t necessarily mean budget friendly. What pushes the hotel prices significantly …

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  • HotelsHungary

    Why my stay at Hotel Mediterran in Budapest wasn’t great

    by Sonja Faul November 9, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Don’t get me wrong. On paper, Hotel Mediterran ticked all the right boxes. It’s a four-star property on the Buda side of Budapest. The hotel is well connected to public transportation and …

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  • HostelsPoland

    Staying in a private room at Hostel Wratislavia, Wroclaw

    by Sonja Faul November 8, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I chose to stay at Hostel Wratislavia in Wroclaw for three reasons. Firstly, the review scores across all booking websites were excellent. Secondly, the price was right. The hostel offers great value for money …

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  • HotelsPoland

    Staying at the Ascot Hotel in Krakow

    by Sonja Faul November 5, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    The location of the three-star Ascot Hotel is spot on! It’s within walking distance from the central bus and train stations, and the heart of the city, the Old Town of Krakow. …

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  • Czech RepublicHostels

    Staying at Hostel Florenc in Prague

    by Sonja Faul November 2, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Hostel Florenc is, as the name suggests, conveniently located right around the corner from the Florenc bus station. The beautiful Old Town Square of Prague is only 20 minutes away on foot. …

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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