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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!

  • ThailandVolunteering

    9 reasons to volunteer at Elephant Nature Park

    by Sonja Faul October 6, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    Located a couple of hours’ drive from Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand, Elephant Nature Park (ENP) is an incredible place to visit, a must for all animal lovers and the best place …

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  • B&BItaly

    Review: Bed & Breakfast Rialto

    by Sonja Faul September 24, 2016
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    Bed & Breakfast Rialto is a cozy guest house right in the heart of Venice. It’s the perfect place to stay if you’re looking for central accommodation, and just minutes away from …

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  • Thailand

    Mini guide to Ao Nang

    by Sonja Faul September 21, 2016
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    Ao Nang is a beach town approximately 15 km from Krabi town in Southern Thailand. Although all the action takes place in Krabi, I’d rather stay in Ao Nang as it’s much …

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  • Thailand

    How to spend a day at Railay Beach

    by Sonja Faul September 19, 2016
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    Hidden in a cove halfway between Krabi town and Ao Nang, is Railay beach. It’s scenic, ideal for swimming with lots of adventure activities to keep you occupied for a day. Getting …

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    Review: The Empress Hotel Chiang Mai

    by Sonja Faul September 17, 2016
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    The Empress Hotel is a four-star luxury hotel, located in the heart of Chiang Mai. It’s only a few minutes’ drive to the old city and within walking distance from the Night …

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    Siem Reap cooking class

    by Sonja Faul September 15, 2016
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    As a self-proclaimed foodie, attending a Khmer cooking class in Cambodia was a must for me. There are a couple of companies that offer cooking classes in Siem Reap. I selected a …

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  • Thailand

    Quick Chiang Mai Temple Guide

    by Sonja Faul September 14, 2016
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    Chiang Mai has over 300 Buddhist temples. Where should you begin? I’ve made it easy for you by narrowing it down to six must-see temples (to start with anyway). The majority of …

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    Review: Phi Phi Relax Beach Resort

    by Sonja Faul September 8, 2016
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    This was my Thai island bungalow experience! Phi Phi Relax Beach Resort is located on the northeastern side of Koh Phi Phi, far away from the commercial side of the island. Accessible …

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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