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    Eagle Encounters

    by Sonja Faul December 1, 2016
    by Sonja Faul

    I will be the first to admit that I’m more of a warm-blooded mammal than a scales and feathers person. But I love all types of animals, so I jumped at the …

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    Pops of Purple – Pretoria in October

    by Sonja Faul November 22, 2016
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    Pretoria is the city I call home. I love it all year round, but during the month of October, Pretoria transforms into a purple paradise. Why? The Jacaranda trees bloom from late …

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    Restaurant week 2016 – Spring edition

    by Sonja Faul November 16, 2016
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    Restaurant week is the best time of the year for any foodie! Numerous top-rated restaurants participate in this event, offering unique menus at discounted prices. I visited three restaurants for the Spring …

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    Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve

    by Sonja Faul November 16, 2016
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    Lekgalameetse, meaning ‘Place of Water’ in the native Pedi language, is a beautiful nature reserve nestled in the Wolkberg Mountains. The soothing whooshing of water is prominent as waterfalls, rock pools, streams …

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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
      • Cruise Lines
      • B&B
      • Hostels
      • Hotels
      • Luxury Hotels
    • Travel Tips
  • Personal Stories