AN EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION OF TRAVEL PHOTO GUIDESTRAVEL GUIDES
Plan, collect and capture extraordinary memories from all over the world.
Zhenya Savina
TRAVEL AND LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHER, JOURNALIST AND TRAVEL ADVISOR BASED IN GERMANYShe visited more than 45 countries and worked with world-renowned hotels. Her work has been published in such magazines and travel blogs as Travel+Leisure, National Geographic, Magnolia Rouge, Veter Mag, WebVibes, Conde Nast Traveler etc.
She carries a special passion for horseback riding and safaris and loves combining these two ventures into horse safaris across Africa and other remote parts of the world.
As a photographer and writer, she sees her mission to create bespoke stories about people and places and share them with her audience, inspiring people to travel to extraordinary places mindfully and purposefully – learning about the uniqueness of our planet and also embarking on a journey of self-discovery.
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“Travelling has always been my passion,
but I have never done it in a trivial way”
I have always wanted my journeys to be unique, exceptional, and beyond conventional routes, and recommended itineraries. Something that people would describe as ‘This is the one for the books’’! 10 000 km through Namibia and South Africa by car? Why not! Couchsurfing and hiking the most famous trails in Hawaii? Hell yes! Exploring Patagonia in a saddle and hitting the roads less travelled? I am in! Volunteering in a Buddhist monastery in Nepal? Sounds like a plan!
For many travelling is eye-opening in terms of learning about different countries and cultures, meeting new people, and trying new foods, however, there is a deeper aspect to it. To me, It is first and foremost a journey of self-discovery. Personal growth and new awakening experiences are what I seek out when I travel. People I meet become my teachers, and places I visit light my mind up with new ideas. Embarking on a journey to a new destination can open up your heart, teach you about compassion and humility, navigate your feelings in the right direction, and even reveal your true calling.
“To me, travelling is first and foremost
a journey of self-discovery”
So, after 12 years of travelling, often solo, I have developed a certain way of planning my experiences which I call ‘mindful travel’. It means I search for a deeper sense and meanings which can enrich me as a person - inside and outside.
It also means attention to detail. I do care about the places where I stay - who is the owner, what is the philosophy standing behind, are they environmentally friendly or are the spaces beautifully designed? These criteria are very important and reflect on the impression at the end. Also, regarding restaurants and cafes, I love searching for special places, which not only have a mission to serve food, but to deliver an experience that will be remembered for years later.
Finally, I preach self-fuelling experiences, the ones that make your heart sing and boost your body with energy. Whether it is journaling on the beach during the sunset or meditating in the mountains - I believe these little individual practices can elevate our minds, giving a new perspective on the place.
“At a certain point, I felt the urge
to share my experiences and insights with others, in the hopes of inspiring them to travel in a transformative way that would broaden their horizons and shift their perspectives”
Therefore, I started creating travel guides to my favourite destinations which brought the most self-growth to me and discovered the parts of myself I never knew had existed before. I have summarised all the knowledge and recommendations, so you can plan an adventure of a lifetime on your own.
Also, as a travel photographer and writer, I tend to choose places and things which tingle your visual and tactual senses, please your eyes and make you feel things. So if you are a desperate romantic, a hungry-hearted adventure solo seeker or a couple team, or maybe a visual aesthete with hedonistic inclinations - this might be something you find very useful on your future journey.
Mindful Travel Guides
I have designed these guides to help people plan their adventures in the style of “Mindful Travel” - with attention to detail, love for nature and design, a conscious approach, smart logistics but also off the beaten paths routes, visual and sensual aesthetics,
and a focus on self-discovery.
Each guide is a summary of personal experiences, knowledge gathered from fellow travel experts and photographers, but also deep research on a chosen destination. It is illustrated with my photos added with photography tips, detailed technical and location descriptions, top lists of places to eat, stay and visit, recommended experiences and pro tips about a country/place.
With the help of the guide, you can easily find out, what is the best time to visit, what to pack, and also read about possible itineraries to a certain destination which can save you tons of time of planning and $$$. Written by a photographer, dozens of pages are dedicated to the most photographic places and how to get there, what gear to pack, and how to take that “banger shot” that will remind you of this lifetime adventure.
Explore The Guides
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South Africa. Part I. National Parks and Game Reserves.
This comprehensive 70-page online guide, available for download in PDF format, offers a captivating journey through South Africa's wilderness. From the sprawling Kruger National Park to the majestic Drakensberg mountains, the guide not only showcases the best places to visit, stay, and dine, but also provides valuable tips on capturing the most breathtaking photographs of your journey. With insightful advice and personal recommendations, this guide will help you plan your dream African safari with ease and precision.
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South Africa. Part II. Cape Town, Cape Winelands and The Western Cape.
This online guide, spanning 70 pages and available for download in PDF format, is the ultimate resource for planning your dream trip to Cape Town, Cape Winelands, and the Western Cape. In addition to featuring over 50 top-rated locations to visit, dine, and stay, the guide provides valuable insights from a local expert and photography tips from a professional travel photographer and consultant. With its comprehensive recommendations and insider knowledge, this guide will help you create an unforgettable journey through one of South Africa's most breathtaking regions.
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The Dolomites. Travel Photographer’s Guide.
This 45-page online guide to the Dolomites offers a convenient 7-day itinerary covering the essential places in the region. Along with useful travel information, the guide provides photography tips for capturing stunning shots during your trip. You'll also find plenty of recommendations for accommodations with breathtaking views and opportunities to sample traditional South Tyrolean cuisine. With this guide, you can create a dream adventure journey through the majestic region of Italy's Dolomites, immersing yourself in the beauty and culture of this unique destination.
Special Bundle Offer
More than 100 pictures with detailed descriptions of how they were shot, 50+ trendy recommended places to dine, visit and stay at.
If you're planning an adventurous journey and want to explore both Cape Town and Winelands, as well as fly to National Parks for a real African safari, I'm pleased to offer a BUNDLE deal consisting of two guides that contain over 140 pages of valuable information, tips, and recommendations.
By purchasing this bundle, you'll receive a 25% discount and gain access to ultimate insider knowledge that will help you arrange a trip of a lifetime to one of the most beautiful countries in the world. These guides created with unlimited love and years of experience provide everything you need to know about planning and executing a seamless, unforgettable journey that encompasses the best of South Africa's urban and natural wonders.
Mindful Travel Services
If you are looking for a more personal approach when planning your trip and want an expert to plan your dream travel, I offer travel concierge services and create bespoke travel itineraries to the most extraordinary destinations; from selecting the best hotels to organising logistics and comfortable transfers, I will help you manage your budget wisely and investing in the most extraordinary life-lasting memories and experiences, whether it's a family journey, a romantic getaway or a solo trip.
Packages
Personal Consultation
Private consultation for up to 60 minutes during which I will listen to your requests, recommend the best route and places to visit based on your budget and preferences, provide useful contacts (not shown in the guide), share my competent opinion on various places and answer general questions about the country.
150 euros (exl. VAT)Personal Itinerary
According to your preferences, interests and the estimated budget, I will develop a 10-15 day itinerary where you will find a detailed program of each day, fully adapted to your wishes. I will choose hotels (and give at least 1 alternative to each), restaurants, and plan the logistics. I will include transfers, activities, special requests (a horseback beach ride, for example) and give you all the necessary contacts for booking.
from 300 euros (exl. VAT)Travel Concierge
It is a fully tailored service where you don’t have to worry about anything. Except showing up at the airport. I will be your personal travel concierge and create an individual program based on your preferences and estimated budget, book all the restaurants, activities, hotels and transfers. I will also recommend the optimal flights and then be in contact with you during the trip to help with any questions, on the go bookings, and advise what to bring from South Africa (wine , diamonds, art etc).
10 % from the planned budgetFAQs
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Yes, they are online guides that you will receive in a PDF format after a purchase. For your convenience you can print them to have them on the road, however I find online format very handy as it has all the necessary active links, like hotels and restaurants, clothes items, app download pages etc., which you can simply click on.
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After the purchase is made, you will have 24 hours to download the digital product you bought. If you didn’t do it and the link expired, you can send us an email with the order number and a new link will be sent to you again.
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Once the purchase is made and the digital product is downloaded from the provided link, no refund is possible.
If you have received a digital content link but not downloaded it, and you are seeking an exchange/refund, please contact us and we will review it on a case by case basis.
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After your order is placed, you will receive an email immediately with your order number and details of your purchase. You may also receive a second email that will include a download button for an online travel guide you have made. Can't find it? Make sure you check your spam/junk folder as the security settings on your computer may have sent it there.
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We accept card payments, like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, China UnionPay (CUP), Discover & Diners, eftpos Australia, and Japan Credit Bureau (JCB).
In case you are ordering a guide to South Africa from the territory of the Russian Federation and want to pay in rubles, please proceed to the website of our partner Anastasia Frost. If you are willing to buy other guides and pay in rubles, please send us an email and we will offer you available options.
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There are a few ways to get in touch. If you have a question about a Shop order, please contact our team via email. Please provide as much information as possible including your order number.
The team will get back to you as soon as possible.
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All the guides are in English and Russian. After purchase, you will receive the files in both languages.
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