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Sonja Faul

Sonja Faul

I’m a travel fanatic, nature lover, geek, metalhead, and writer. My promise to you: transparency, depth, and passion. Keep it real and stay weird everybody!

  • Airlines

    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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  • Thailand

    A quick guide to Ko Phi Phi

    by Sonja Faul January 26, 2017
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    Ko Phi Phi is a popular tourist island destination in Thailand. The island gained fame when The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio, was filmed here. It’s also a popular destination for adventure activities …

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  • Dominican RepublicPersonal Stories

    Why my mother would have loved the Caribbean

    by Sonja Faul January 24, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    If there’s such a thing as the ‘wanderlust gene’, I definitely have it. And if this gene is heritable, I definitely got it from my mother. She didn’t travel much herself, but …

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    Review: Laprima Hotel

    by Sonja Faul January 22, 2017
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    Laprima Hotel is located right on Pede beach, just 1.8 km outside the fishing town of Labuan Bajo. The hotel is only 15 min from the airport and 10 min from the …

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  • Thailand

    Exploring the sights and islands of Phi Phi

    by Sonja Faul January 17, 2017
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    The Phi Phi islands are made up of six islands, of which Ko Phi Phi Don and Ko Phi Phi Leh are the main two islands. I wanted to explore the islands …

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  • Indonesia

    Guide to Bali for South Africans

    by Sonja Faul January 11, 2017
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    Bali is a tropical island paradise with beautiful beaches, lush forests, interesting critters and friendly locals. It’s a popular destination for South African travelers, mainly because it’s one of the most affordable …

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  • Spain

    9 hour layover in Madrid? Here’s what to do

    by Sonja Faul January 3, 2017
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    A 9-hour layover in Madrid sounds like a lot of time, right? Mmm… if you spend all that time at the airport sure, it’s a long time. If you decide to explore …

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  • Cambodia

    Exploring Ta Prohm – My favourite Angkor Temple

    by Sonja Faul January 1, 2017
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    Better known as the Tomb Raider temple in popular culture, Ta Prohm forms part of the Angkor temple complex located just outside Siem Reap. This beautiful temple is my absolute favourite! 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