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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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July update: Norwegian fjord cruise

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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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    Staying at Hostel Florenc in Prague

    by Sonja Faul November 2, 2017
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    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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    The cheapest way to travel around Central Europe

    by Sonja Faul November 1, 2017
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    Winter is just around the corner and what better time of the year to explore Central Europe than during the Christmas Season. Why? Markets. Lights. Snow. Gluhwein. Central European capitals transform into …

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    Everything you need to know about visiting Alcatraz

    by Sonja Faul October 23, 2017
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    Alcatraz has inspired many a TV show and movie over the years. After watching The Rock and X-Men: The Last Stand, I really wanted to visit Alcatraz! The former prison is one …

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    Why you should definitely do an Alcatraz Night Tour

    by Sonja Faul October 20, 2017
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    Alcatraz is one of those must-do activities in San Francisco. It’s so popular and touristy and a little bit pricey that I almost didn’t do it. But in retrospect, I’m so glad …

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    Guide to biking the Golden Gate Bridge

    by Sonja Faul October 16, 2017
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    The Golden Gate Bridge is the most famous bridge in the world, and no surprise, the most famous landmark in San Francisco. There is a number of ways to see the Golden …

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    My first stay in a boutique hostel – Generator Barcelona

    by Sonja Faul October 3, 2017
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    I’ve only heard about boutique hostels, but I’ve never stayed in one before. Needless to say, I was super excited to stay in my very first boutique hostel, Generator Barcelona! I think …

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    Should vegetarians and vegans get excited about In-N-Out Burger?

    by Sonja Faul September 27, 2017
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    As I was planning my trip to California, I searched for foodie hotspots not to be missed. One fast food chain kept popping up in my search, In-N-Out Burger.  Everybody raves about …

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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
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    • Animal Facts
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    • Volunteering
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    • Group tours
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      • Airlines
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