Travel Advisor
Sharon Schneider
Expertise
- Africa,
- Australia,
- Luxury,
- Outdoors & Nature
Based in
Living Where the Great Ocean Road Begins: Torquay, Australia
Languages spoken
English, Afrikaans
Minimum booking Budget
$500/night
Profile details
About
I'm a South African mama, living in Australia with my three guys and fur baby Scotty, Angus.
Travel style
I'm always plotting a way back into to the African bush. Luxurious safaris and secluded beaches are my ULTIMATE. Properties that have me daydreaming are not just about a pinnacle experience for guests, but also about sustainability, epic conservation initiatives (saving rhinoceros', leopards, wild dog populations and ocean biomes) and local community development.
I create the 'best of both worlds' itineraries.
Sharon's travel guides & trip reports
The Best of Cambodia: Three Heavenly Hotels, 9 Magic Moment-Filled Days
Quintessential Southern Africa: From Victoria Falls to Cape Town
A Luxe Three-Week Latin American Extravaganza: Argentina and Chile
Ultimate Luxe Rwanda: 3 locations
Conscious Tourism Girls Trip: Combining Halong Bay, Vietnam & Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Where There are No Roads, Australia Less Traveled
Two Hours from Cape Town: A Romantic Weekend or Girls' Getaway
Two LUXURY Weeks Soaking Up the Best of South Africa
Singita Ebony Lodge in Sabi Sands for pinnacle Safari Magic
Favorite hotels
Singita Ebony Lodge
Nestled in the heart of South Africa's Sabi Sand Game Reserve, this luxury safari lodge offers a unique blend of wildlife experiences and opulent accommodations, featuring contemporary design and awe-inspiring views of the African wilderness.
Heritage Le Telfair Golf & Wellness Resort
Comfortable and refined five-star resort with golf courses, spas and fine dining.
Fora Perks
- ★
$50 - $100 food / beverage or spa credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
A historic standout in pink at the base of Table Mountain; stay here for the storied history, art-focused activities and luxe spa.
Fora Perks
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Afternoon/evening tea for two.
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Breakfast daily.
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Upgrade & extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Sequoia Lodge
A sanctuary of exclusive luxury lodges in Adelaide, Australia catering exclusively to adults, where refined elegance and serenity converge in a pristine setting.
Fora Perks
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$100 hotel / resort credit.
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Breakfast daily.
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Extended check-in/out whenever possible.
Sharon's travel photos
Sharon's reviews
My feet have touched the ground and I’ve arrived back in Capetown. Thank you so much for curating such a fabulous trip. Everything worked, the timing the connections all fine. I know that you must have worked remotely and in the background to do this as you often knew before I did if things changed. Did you arrange the Stoli-Bolli which kicked the whole train journey off ( Absolutely Fabulous, ( sic)? ) Maybe our friend Ashleigh was involved in that! I’m wondering if anyone apart from you could have arranged that hopefully once in a lifetime experience of the train crash! Seriously there was, on the Ghan train, (please see the link below). That was above and beyond! So many experiences in such a short time I’m still digesting the it all, especially the food. Bammaru,-Masterchef Australia’s John Creece creative, outstanding use of local flora and fauna ( green ants come to mind!) Stefanie’s “brunch” also exceptional there! The team at Longitude 131 also knew how to make a great “Perfect Manhattan”,- my test of a celebrated bar/restaurant. ( they even had my favorite bourbon Woodford in the recipe). I was impressed that Lou ( GM) herself drive me to the airport. They ( or probably you ) also arranged for me to have the “Swag” experience under the stars and around an open fire! Much more to say I’ll save it for another time and I hope that you’ll curate many more trips for me. Best Bernard PS Bruce Monroe’s Field of light attached PPS I would have spent a week at Sequoia lodge the ambience, the rooms, ( some of the best in the world )…..
- Bernard F.
Booked travel to Australia
- April 2024
Thank you for curating a fabulous trip, all connections worked fine, you must have worked remotely and in the background to do this as you often knew before I did if things changed.
- Bernard F.
Booked travel to Australia
- April 2024
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