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Sharon Waugh

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The lighter side of South African, international and cruise travel. Travel writer. Contributor to @timeslive and @insiderlife 🇿🇦

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Sharon is a full-time freelance travel writer and content creator. She loves exploring quirky places, eating cheesecake on wine farms, reviewing luxury hotels, and embarking on adrenaline-fueled adventures. As a former cruise ship crewmember, she has visited 59 countries. She is in love with life and wants to inspire people to stop living like they're not dying.

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Here's What Cruise Ship Bartenders Notice About You Before You Order Your First Drink

Here's What Cruise Ship Bartenders Notice About You Before You Order Your First Drink

By the time you have stepped up to one of the bars and ordered your first drink of the cruise, the chances ar…

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Wellington's R20 museum has a 5000-year-old secret

Wellington's R20 museum has a 5000-year-old secret

See Ancient Egyptian relics and Stone Age tools at R20 for adults and just R5 for kids. Plus find other cheap…

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Unique & Boutique: Western Cape Hotels Worth Travelling For

Unique & Boutique: Western Cape Hotels Worth Travelling For

The Western Cape is home to no shortage of world-class hotels. In order to stand out, some hoteliers have tak…

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Our 18 best-kept secrets of renovated Webersburg Wine Estate

Our 18 best-kept secrets of renovated Webersburg Wine Estate

From kudu macaron wine pairings to sunset vineyard experiences, luxury stays, free kids activities, and more,…

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Cape Town’s Michelin Star Moment

Cape Town’s Michelin Star Moment

This December, Cape Town celebrates a milestone with the arrival of three new restaurants led by Michelin-sta…

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A Taste of the Cape: Sampling the Mother City's Unique Flavours

A Taste of the Cape: Sampling the Mother City's Unique Flavours

When you visit a place, dining there is never just about sampling the local cuisine, it’s about the whole exp…

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Here's What Cruise Lines Won't Tell You About Solo Cruising

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By Sharon Waugh
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Contributor Sharon Waugh leading a solo social on NCL ship (Photo: Sharon Waugh) During my five years as cruise staff for Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), part of my role included hosting solo-cruiser socials. There, I witnessed hundreds of cruisers attend meet-ups. Some were hoping to make friends, some looking for romance, and others just for a dinner companion. I've learned that your first cruise on your own can be daunting, yet mostly liberating and empowering.
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Wellington Museum, a small town museum with a 5000-year-old surprise

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By Sharon Waugh
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Photos Videos Wikipedia Hide all CapeTownMagazine.com Wellington Museum, a small town museum with a 5000-year-old ... Rare antique pianos, Stone Age tools and 5000-year-old Egyptian relics Last updated: Thursday, 4 June 2026 You probably wouldn’t expect an Ancient Egyptian vase from 3100 BCE in a small town museum. For just R20 for adults and R5 for kids, you can see Middle Stone Age tools, Ancient Egyptian jewellery, and other artefacts at the Wellington Museum.
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Sophisticated private event space in Gardens

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By Sharon Waugh
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Photos Videos Wikipedia Hide all Auslese Sophisticated private event space in Gardens Photos Videos Wikipedia Hide all Bespoke menus, wine pairings, and timeless interiors Last updated: Tuesday, 26 May 2026 This 100-year-old house is the secret to an event that your guests will be talking about for ages.
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