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Why you should stay at Hotel Pantheon on your next trip to...

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5 Must Try Foods at the Nuremberg Christmas Markets

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6 Cologne Christmas markets you cannot miss!

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5 Reasons to visit the Tvindefossen in Norway

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Where to find the best views in Geiranger

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Everything you need to know about visiting the Kjosfossen in Norway

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A comprehensive MSC Poesia review

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July update: Norwegian fjord cruise

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A visitors guide to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary

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5 Reasons to visit David Fleay Wildlife Park

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The best photo spots along the Fira to Oia hike

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    My Air Canada review

    by Sonja Faul June 4, 2018
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    Let me start this review by saying that I flew with Air Canada after purchasing error fare tickets. I only paid €80 for return tickets from Brussels to New York, including checked …

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    Staying at the Atrium Palace Thalasso Spa Resort & Villas, Rhodes

    by Sonja Faul June 3, 2018
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    Rhodes is the largest of the Greek Dodecanese islands and known for its ancient ruins. It’s one of the most beautiful Greek islands with low mountains and picturesque beaches. In the quiet …

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    Eating Chef’s lunch at Hortus Restaurant, The Hague

    by Sonja Faul June 2, 2018
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    Hortus Restaurant is unique in that it only serves vegetarian dishes made from local and organic produce. It’s rated as one of the best vegetarian and vegan restaurants in The Hague, so …

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    Vegetarian dishes to try on Rhodes

    by Sonja Faul June 1, 2018
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    One of the highlights of my recent trip to Rhodes was the incredible local food. Just thinking about it now makes my mouth water. Add to that amazing Greek hospitality and you’ve …

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    Why Lindos should be on your bucket list

    by Sonja Faul May 24, 2018
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    The moment I saw the white buildings and beautiful beaches of Lindos, I fell in love with the village on the Greek island of Rhodes. Prior to booking my vacation, I’d never …

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    Romance in Flowers: Keukenhof 2018

    by Sonja Faul May 19, 2018
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    A week ago Keukenhof, undoubtedly the main attraction during Spring in the Netherlands, or in Europe for that matter, closed its gates for the year. Did you visit the gardens between March …

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    All the food I ate in Zürich

    by Sonja Faul May 4, 2018
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    If you are anything like me, then you love eating your way through a new destination. Is there a better way to get a taste of local life than indulging in local …

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Hi, I’m Sonja!

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Sightseeing Scientist
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      • South Africa
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      • Dominican Republic
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      • Central Europe
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        • Czech Republic
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