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6 Cologne Christmas markets you cannot miss!

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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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    15 Platypus Facts That Will Blow Your Mind

    by Sonja Faul May 28, 2019
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    I’m back with another Aussie animal article and this time I’m bringing you 15 awesome platypus facts. The platypus is arguably the world’s strangest mammal, and hands down the most interesting animal …

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    April update: highlights from my Australia trip

    by Sonja Faul April 30, 2019
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    As I’m finishing up this article, I’m in my hostel dormitory room in Brisbane. It’s the end of April and my Australia trip has almost come to an end. ALMOST. I still …

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    10 Tasmanian Devil facts you need to know

    by Sonja Faul April 27, 2019
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    If you grew up watching the Looney Tunes, you’ll be familiar with Taz. He’s a Tasmanian Devil cartoon character with little patience and a short temper. I’ve never seen a Tasmanian Devil …

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    16 photos to inspire you to visit South Straddie

    by Sonja Faul April 22, 2019
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    South Stradbroke Island or South Straddie as the locals call it, is an island off the coast of Queensland, Australia. At a width of just 2.5 km and length of 21 km, …

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    My favourite Notre Dame photos and memories

    by Sonja Faul April 19, 2019
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    I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of the fire that blazed through the Notre Dame and almost burned it to ashes. It’s one of those things that you think …

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    The Notre Dame in flames: a metaphor for life

    by Sonja Faul April 16, 2019
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    I woke up in Australia this morning to the devastating news about the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. An accidental fire engulfed the historic monument in flames, completely destroying the roof and …

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    A complete guide to South Stradbroke Island

    by Sonja Faul April 15, 2019
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    South Stradbroke Island is located a stone’s throw away from the Gold Coast. This narrow, long island is a peaceful break away from civilization with pristine beaches, natural vegetation and lots of …

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Hi, I’m Sonja!

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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
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      • Hostels
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