The approach to Saint Denis Airport offers a view of the island as it pushes up from the endless ocean blues. It looks small, yet
A scenically captivating island that juts magically out of the ocean, Reunion Island enjoys an astonishing diversity of landscapes. Dramatic mountains, emerald forests, tumbling waterfalls,
A destination that left me yearning for more. Found off the east coast of Africa, with Mauritius and Madagascar its closest neighbours, Reunion Island is
Thinking back to the uniqueness of this Indian Ocean destination, I am reminded of very many reasons to visit Reunion Island. Some Background Reunion Island is
One of the three hotels that I stayed at during a recent visit to Reunion Island was the beautiful LUX* Saint Gilles, the only five-star
White Orchids on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion Reunion Island. – ’Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a
Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. At
My visit to Reunion Island remains a highlight of my travels. The creole music, sultry atmosphere, myriad of attractions and activities are on offer. Black
Reunion Island. – As I travel, I love the children that I meet along the way. Everywhere there is commonality in their innocence and purity. These
Reunion Island. – Everybody loves a good market, especially one that is bursting with fresh fruit and veg, local specialty cuisine, crafted goods, woven baskets,
Long past are the days when a cup of coffee came out of a tin and took two minutes to make. The craft has truly
My weekend on Reunion Island attending the Festival Liberté Métisse, or festival of Mixed Freedom. Taking to the beach with the vibrant Creole people
Reunion Island. The Freedom of Festival Liberté Métisse.
How to Prepare Your Dog for a Road Trip.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema is back this Summer season with a star-studded line-up!
Mozambique vs. Mauritius. Where best for a beach holiday?
I’ve always loved watches and remember clearly the first one I was given as an 10-year-old. I’d been nagging my parents for ages, wearing my
Looking back at my travel experiences of the past few years, there are certainly some adventurous moments that stand out as highlights and that I
My wonderful MSC Sinfonia Cruise from Durban to Mozambique Island is now published in the Air Namibia in-flight magazine, Flamingo. The helicopter hovers overhead as
About Dawn Jorgensen, The Incidental Tourist.
The worlds favourite ocean liner, the magnificent Queen Mary 2, was docked at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal for a couple of days, and I
2104. A Good Year. It’s never too late to reflect on a good year. One that I embarked on with determination, hope and the promise
Reunion Island. – Saint Pierre coastline. Look at that water. This island is a celebration! Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – Skater boys and girls, at the skate park next to to the Saint-Pierre’s market, right on the coastline. I was amazed by how active
Reunion Island. – Festival goers savoring the moment and the music, the family and the love, the coastline and the beach, irrespective of the rain. Read
Reunion Island. – The rhythm, dance and vibrant colours all naturally intertwined. Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – When rules are guidelines. And the dogs are winning! Who said no dogs allowed? Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – Street Art forms a great part of the Reunion Island culture and one of the festival offerings was live works being created as
The approach to Saint Denis Airport offers a view of the island as it pushes up from the endless ocean blues. It looks small, yet determined. The landing strip runs along the coastline and the
A scenically captivating island that juts magically out of the ocean, Reunion Island enjoys an astonishing diversity of landscapes. Dramatic mountains, emerald forests, tumbling waterfalls, scenic coastal cities and a scattering of white and black-sand
A destination that left me yearning for more. Found off the east coast of Africa, with Mauritius and Madagascar its closest neighbours, Reunion Island is a Department of France, with the laid back Réunionese people
Thinking back to the uniqueness of this Indian Ocean destination, I am reminded of very many reasons to visit Reunion Island. Some Background Reunion Island is found off the coast of Africa, with Madagascar its closest neighbour. A
One of the three hotels that I stayed at during a recent visit to Reunion Island was the beautiful LUX* Saint Gilles, the only five-star hotel on Reunion Island and about an hour’s drive from
White Orchids on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion Reunion Island. – ’Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. At the crossroads of
Located in the Mascarene Archipelago, Reunion Island, a French overseas department, offers travellers the exoticism of a tropical island in the Indian Ocean. At the crossroads of European, African and Asian cultures, Reunion is
My visit to Reunion Island remains a highlight of my travels. The creole music, sultry atmosphere, myriad of attractions and activities are on offer. Black beaches, white beaches, blue lagoons, aerial views. Hilltop villages, an
Reunion Island. – As I travel, I love the children that I meet along the way. Everywhere there is commonality in their innocence and purity. These beauties, safe in their world, playing in the mud and
Reunion Island. – Everybody loves a good market, especially one that is bursting with fresh fruit and veg, local specialty cuisine, crafted goods, woven baskets, photography, jewellery and hand produced clothing. I spent a Saturday
Long past are the days when a cup of coffee came out of a tin and took two minutes to make. The craft has truly come full circle and artisans are being offered appreciation for
My weekend on Reunion Island attending the Festival Liberté Métisse, or festival of Mixed Freedom. Taking to the beach with the vibrant Creole people for this major cultural and unifying event which celebrates the
Reunion Island. The Freedom of Festival Liberté Métisse.
How to Prepare Your Dog for a Road Trip.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema is back this Summer season with a star-studded line-up!
Mozambique vs. Mauritius. Where best for a beach holiday?
I’ve always loved watches and remember clearly the first one I was given as an 10-year-old. I’d been nagging my parents for ages, wearing my Gran’s when she’d let me and asking incessantly when it
Looking back at my travel experiences of the past few years, there are certainly some adventurous moments that stand out as highlights and that I would like to recommend in my African Wish List for
My wonderful MSC Sinfonia Cruise from Durban to Mozambique Island is now published in the Air Namibia in-flight magazine, Flamingo. The helicopter hovers overhead as the MSC Sinfonia pulls out of Durban’s port, the deck
The worlds favourite ocean liner, the magnificent Queen Mary 2, was docked at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal for a couple of days, and I was lucky enough to enjoy a tour and lunch onboard.
2104. A Good Year. It’s never too late to reflect on a good year. One that I embarked on with determination, hope and the promise of travel. It gave me all of that in abundance.
Reunion Island. – Saint Pierre coastline. Look at that water. This island is a celebration! Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – Skater boys and girls, at the skate park next to to the Saint-Pierre’s market, right on the coastline. I was amazed by how active all the Reunionese seem to be. Running, skating, cycling, hiking. Plus
Reunion Island. – Festival goers savoring the moment and the music, the family and the love, the coastline and the beach, irrespective of the rain. Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – The rhythm, dance and vibrant colours all naturally intertwined. Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – When rules are guidelines. And the dogs are winning! Who said no dogs allowed? Read more about my time on Reunion Island. #GoToReunion
Reunion Island. – Street Art forms a great part of the Reunion Island culture and one of the festival offerings was live works being created as we watched. See more on the Reunion Island blog here.
Dawn Bradnick Jorgensen
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