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    A complete guide to Monterosso al Mare, Italy

    by Sonja Faul October 20, 2018
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    Monterosso al Mare is the oldest and biggest of the quintet villages that make up the Cinque Terre. This picturesque village is dived into two parts, an old town that is connected …

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    10 reasons why Ostello Bello Grande Milan is one of the best hostels

    by Sonja Faul August 4, 2018
    by Sonja Faul

    It’s so rare to find a hostel that goes out of its way to make you feel welcome and cram as such value as they can into your stay. Ostello Bello Grande …

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    Where to find some of the best Neapolitan pizza in Florence

    by Sonja Faul July 24, 2018
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    Who doesn’t love pizza? Because even if it’s bad, it’s still good, right? As far as food revelations go, I came to an important one in Florence during my recent trip to …

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    Why I fell in love with San Gimignano in Tuscany, Italy

    by Sonja Faul November 14, 2017
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    How long does it take to fall in love? A second? That’s too short for me. A minute? That’s still a little bit too short. An hour or two? Now that sounds …

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    Staying at Ostello Santa Fosca, Venice

    by Sonja Faul September 4, 2017
    by Sonja Faul

    Are you searching for a rustic, homely hostel in the heart of Venice? Look no further than Ostello Santa Fosca hostel in Cannaregio, Venice. There are a lot of cheaper hostels out …

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    My Venice Photo Diary

    by Sonja Faul August 29, 2017
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    In July, I visited Venice for the second time. The city was just as I remembered it: hot and humid, packed full of people, but OH SO postcard-perfect! Venice attractions Venice has …

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    Cinque Terre day trip from Florence

    by Sonja Faul March 10, 2017
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    Have you heard of the Cinque Terre? Five colourful villages along the Mediterranean Sea in Liguria, Italy. With heaps to do and see in Venice, Florence, and Rome, the Cinque Terre might …

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    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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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