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~ ABOUT US ~

We’re the Schoeman’s – the family behind Our Soulful Travels!


We’re part-time travelers who love to discover hidden gems in Africa and Europe. From our home in the gorgeous Garden Route of South Africa to the beautiful islands of the Indian Ocean to the cute cobblestone streets of Europe, we’re on a mission to show you how to travel with young kids without compromising on luxury while taking care of your mental and physical well-being through travel too.

Read more about our story here!

~ Our Favorite Destinations ~

~ Best Ways to Travel ~

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A travel family at an aquarium inspired by family travel quotes.
Family Travel | Travel

111 Family Travel Quotes to Ignite Wanderlust in 2025

Family travel is more than just a vacation—it’s an opportunity to create lasting memories, strengthen bonds, and experience the world together. We love to travel as a family! Whether it’s the 3 of us in our immediate family or the extended multi-generational family. Our preference is luxury family travel, of course, but we’re always open…

Signpost with Table Mountain in the Background showing the best areas to stay in Cape Town.
South Africa | Travel

What are the BEST Areas to Stay in Cape Town in 2024? (With a Map)

Are you planning a trip to South Africa and looking for the best areas to stay in Cape Town? Then you’re in the right place! Although we aren’t based in South Africa, we live only a few hours away on the Garden Route. Therefore, we visit Cape Town multiple times a year and have personally…

The pool area of LUX Belle Mare located in the best area to stay in Mauritius.
Mauritius | Travel

What is the BEST Area to Stay in Mauritius in 2024? (With a Map)

Are you planning a trip to this tropical paradise and wondering what’s the best area to stay in Mauritius? With numerous beautiful and unique regions, choosing the best spot can be tough. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back! We travel to Mauritius regularly and have stayed on every corner of the island. That means…