I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels. Today I would like to introduce you to Amelia , a writer and blogger based in the Garden Route of South Africa. She blogs at “Suddenly A Mom”.
I would love to hear about your travels too. Go to “Travellers’ Tales” , fill in the quick questionnaire and email it to me with your blog links.
I’m a blogger (for clients and myself) and a freelance writer in the gorgeous Garden Route of South Africa. I have a family (a lovely husband and daughter) and nurture a penchant for anything that 1) tastes good, 2) makes music and/or 3) has fur/feathers/fins.
A camping trip on the banks of the Keurbooms River with my parents when I was 4 or 5 years old. We were sitting around a bonfire when someone handed a sparkler to me. I remember wondering how much more magical life could get after holding the stars in my hand.
Mauritius. Mint-coloured water, palm trees, French food and South African wine. Just about perfect.
Mauritius Sunset
Snorkelling with eels in irresistibly warm waters and eating the freshest seafood in super-romantic settings.
A camping retreat in the Eastern Cape of South Africa – I met the love of my life there and learnt to catch waves on a SUP.
The place I’d like to go to next is the USA – there’s just so much to see and do with just the right combination of natural beauty, entertainment, culture and fun. I’d love to do a train trip from east to west and discover a bit more of the mid-western farmlands.
Well, I’m yet to go...but Yellowstone and New York City are on my bucket list.
My husband – he’s an adventurer that’s always up for trying something new.
My phone so that I can take pictures, keep in touch with friends back home, and do a little bit of work on the way. I do love my job.
Don’t be pedantic about an itinerary. Have a few places you’d like to see and try your hardest to get there, but be open-minded. Some of the best adventures start by getting lost or taking a chance.
Italy; especially the countryside, far away from the city centres.
The Wild Coast is spectacularly beautiful. It changes you.
Spending the afternoon at a backpackers’ in Coffee Bay while it rained. When I had to head back to our campsite, the river that I needed to cross was flooded. I slipped down the embankment and got soaked through and covered in mud. The campsite was blocked by water, there was no access. So, I headed to a hotel, which charged me an exorbitant rate to stay the night. I had an amazing hot bath, but my clothes were wet and muddy, so I wrapped myself in a stripy African blanket and headed to the restaurant. I could only eat the peanuts at the bar as I’d spent all of my money on one night’s accommodation.
Mauritius
Website: www.voxate.co.za / www.suddenlyamom.co.za
Email: amelia@voxate.co.za
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VoxateWritingEditing
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mieliepip
Thank you, Amelia , for sharing your fascinating travels with us!
I would love to hear about your travels too. Go to “Travellers’ Tales”, fill in the quick questionnaire and email it to me with your blog links.
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Sara Essop is a travel blogger and writer based in South Africa. She writes about family travel and experiences around the world. Although she has been to 50 countries thus far, she especially loves showcasing her beautiful country and is a certified South Africa Specialist.
