With Christmas coming soon, I’ve been thinking about how to take better photos. It will be my niece’s first Christmas, so I want to up my photography game to capture it. I found a few tips online and thought about the things I usually do to take photos. This is my shortlist for how to…
Top 10 Tips to follow when visiting the Bokaap
t’s said that color impacts our mood, and when you walk down the streets of Bo-Kaap, you’ll find that the bright colors make you feel happy. There’s something about this area—once home to slaves, later becoming multicultural, and eventually declared a Cape Malay quarter by the Apartheid state—that draws both tourists and locals. The vibrant…
How to survive long bus trips
I used to take many long-haul bus trips while living in Germany. I would typically board the bus at 3:00 p.m. and end up at my destination around 7:00 a.m. the next morning. Almost all my travels to other European countries were done by bus. I travelled by bus to the Netherlands, France, Austria, Italy,…
How to survive a music festival and have a blast
Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the most out of your festival experience.
A Memorable Yacht Cruise Around Cape Town: Celebrating My Sister’s Birthday
For my big sister’s birthday, we had the incredible opportunity to sail around Cape Town from the V&A Waterfront to Llandudno.
The history of Germany’s beautiful Gingerbread hearts
Oktoberfest 2019 has kicked off in Münich, Germany. This means it’s time to wear lederhosen guys, dirndls ladies, and to drink lots of beer. Then there’s the wildly popular Lebkuchenhertz, which are sold at Oktoberfest, Christmas markets, and at some bakeries around Germany. Lebkuchenhertz are gingerbread heart cookies; in South Africa, we call them biscuits….
My wonderful day trip to Drachenburg castle
Nestled on a steep hill, Schloss Drachenburg (Dragon Castle) offers a charming and picturesque experience that’s well worth the hike.
The best stress free guide to gorgeous Ghent, a Belgian treasure
Before my Erasmus journey, I had never even heard of Ghent. I met my friend Bilqees at the Erasmus scholarship departure event. While she was heading to Ghent for a short study program, I was bound for Germany. However, Bilqees kindly invited me to visit her in Belgium. I ended up visiting Ghent in June…
How to Avoid Common Mistakes in Paris
If you want to have a better time in Paris, here are some essential tips based on my personal experiences and insights from local French friends. Avoid these common travel mistakes to make your Parisian adventure more enjoyable and stress-free. Don’t carry tons of luggage bags When visiting Paris, especially if you’re just there for…
How to Skip Long Queues in Paris
If you’d rather not spend your time in Paris waiting in long lines, check out my quick guide on how to avoid them.
The Creamery: A Sweet Escape for Ice Cream Lovers
The Creamery in Cape Town is a must-visit. With multiple branches across the city, it’s a hotspot for ice cream lovers.
Useful tips on how to survive Kings Day and have fun
Here are a few tips I learned for surviving Kings Day
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