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  • HotelsThailand

    Budget Bangkok: Roof View Place

    by Sonja Faul May 22, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I was searching for accommodation in Bangkok. The hotel had to tick three boxes: it had to be affordable, clean and centrally located. Enter Roof View Place. This budget hotel/hostel is located …

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  • Airlines

    My Air Asia review

    by Sonja Faul May 17, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Air Asia is one of the best and biggest budget airlines in Asia. They were my first choice for travel within Thailand, and travel between Thailand and Cambodia. For the most competitive …

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  • HotelsIndonesia

    Review: Maison at C Boutique Hotel & Spa

    by Sonja Faul April 24, 2017
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    Here’s a review of my one night stay at the hotel. The Maison at C Boutique Hotel & Spa is a 4* property centrally located in Seminyak on the island of Bali. …

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  • HotelsNetherlands

    My stay at the quirky Lloyd Hotel in Amsterdam

    by Sonja Faul March 16, 2017
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    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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    Singapore Airlines Review: meals and flight experience

    by Sonja Faul February 25, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    [Updated 2019] I flew with Singapore Airlines from Johannesburg, South Africa to Denpasar, Bali via Changi Airport in Singapore. My journey was pleasant, but certainly not without a couple of hick-ups. Below …

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  • Luxury HotelsSingapore

    Review: The swanky Crowne Plaza Changi Airport

    by Sonja Faul February 21, 2017
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    The Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is a 5* hotel located, as the name suggests, at Terminal 3 of Changi Airport. It’s a luxurious and elegant hotel, the perfect place to stay for …

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    Review: The Artini Resort

    by Sonja Faul February 4, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    The Artini Resort is a beautiful 4* property in Ubud. It’s surrounded by rice patties and lush gardens. Yet, right up the street, you’ll find shops, restaurants, and spas. One of the …

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    Why Qatar is one of my favourite airlines

    by Sonja Faul January 28, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    I’ve flown with Qatar Airways a couple of times now, and in my opinion, they are one of the best airlines in the world. The flights have always been on time. In the …

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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