Katie Merkli – Travel & Photography

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Katie Merkli

Katie is a freelance travel writer and photographer, working from her home in the United Kingdom and around the world.

Photography Portfolio

Capturing stunning landscapes, hidden gems and the candid travel moments that make a destination one to remember.

DESTINATIONS

Capturing stunning landscapes, hidden gems and the candid travel moments that make a destination one to remember.

Photographing travel accommodation that showcases the design, comfort, location and amenities as a collective.

STAYS

Photographing travel accommodation that showcases the design, comfort, location and amenities as a collective.

Highlighting the individual elements of an adventure, including eateries, experiences and excursions.

EXPERIENCES

Highlighting the individual elements of an adventure, including eateries, experiences and excursions.

Travel Stories

I’m that person that takes 100 photos of things

I’m that person that takes 100 photos of things around the pool instead of relaxing like you’re supposed to 🫢

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowntravel #visitcapetown #visitsouthafrica #franschhoek #capewinelands #winelands #maisoncabriere #boutiquehotel #poolside #coffee #hmxme

Just a little bit windy at Cape Point, but the rea

Just a little bit windy at Cape Point, but the real highlight was getting to see a wild zebra from the coach on the way back to the city ✨🦓 (swipe for the photo)

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowntravel #visitcapetown #visitsouthafrica #capepoint #capeofgoodhope #dontlookdown #wildzebra #zebra #oceanview

Sunset picnic on Signal Hill, wine compulsory 🌅

Sunset picnic on Signal Hill, wine compulsory 🌅 I highly recommend taking a quick Uber up to this spot an hour before the sun sets for a new view of the city.

#signalhill #capetown #capetownsouthafrica #capetownliving #southafrica #visitsouthafrica #westerncape #paragliders #winetime #picnicdate #tablemountain #lionshead #sunsetphotography #amateurphotography #travelphotography #travelstories #wintersun #citybreak #britishairways #citysightseeing #slowtravel #birdseyeview #cityscape #atlanticocean

Introducing @capediemlodge 📷 Swipe to see more

Introducing @capediemlodge 📷 Swipe to see more from this boutique find in Green Point, just a short walk away from Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront. I’m always on the hunt for really good small and friendly places, and this one absolutely ticked the box! The people couldn’t have been more welcoming, the few rooms that are on site were spacious and modern, the breakfast was divine (eggs benny was my go to), the pool and garden area was a great spot to soak up the winter sun with a glass of wine in hand, and I can’t forget to mention the friendly resident cat, Kai. Definitely one to consider for a Cape Town visit 🇿🇦

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowntravel #visitcapetown #visitsouthafrica #boutiquehotels #boutiquestays #boutiquehotel #smallhotels #catsofinstagram #greenpoint #vandawaterfront

Cape Town does low cloud like nowhere else I’ve

Cape Town does low cloud like nowhere else I’ve seen ☁️

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowntravel #visitcapetown #visitsouthafrica #travelreel #minivlog #ferriswheel #vandawaterfront #capetowntravel #tablemountain #lionshead #lowcloud #foggyphotography

If I’ve learned one thing about hotels this year

If I’ve learned one thing about hotels this year, it’s not to book them based on the pool when it’s too cold to even use it! My hotels for Nice, Palma, Cape Town and Franschhoek have all had beautiful pools but the most I could brave was two feet. What’s the betting the next hotel with a pool is also too cold to use because the trip is in autumn? 😂

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowntravel #visitcapetown #visitsouthafrica #travelreel #minivlog #igvsreality #instavsreality #hotelswithpools #hotelinspo #boutiquehotel #hotelpool #poolside

Who loves a road trip? Hiring a car and driving in

Who loves a road trip? Hiring a car and driving in a new country is always a little nerve wracking, but it’s also one of the best ways to get out there and have the freedom to explore. We hired a car in central Cape Town and drove it out to the Winelands, before returning it to the airport a few days later. The main reason was because taxis are a little harder to come by out there, and it’s about an hour’s drive from the city making it a pricier public transport destination. Most places seemed to have free parking, you drive on the left like in the UK and the views from the road are next level — so I’m really glad we took the rental route! There are a few safety things to be aware of, so just do your research beforehand. Drop any car hire in Cape Town questions you have below! 🚗👇🏼

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #capetowncarhire #carhire #aviscarrental #roadtrip #ontheroad #caradventures #winelands #capewinelands

Can’t say I ever expected to be penguin spotting

Can’t say I ever expected to be penguin spotting on the beach, but when in South Africa… 🐧 📷 Swipe to see some of the fuzzy little cuties!

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #bouldersbeach #bouldersbeachpenguins #penguincolony #penguinsofinstagram #capetownbeaches #animalphotography #visitsouthafrica

The absolute stunner that is Lion’s Head. Great

The absolute stunner that is Lion’s Head. Great to look at, great to climb. Table Mountain is one of the main focal points of the city and beyond, but this mountain is the one I couldn’t stop staring at. And I still can’t believe I managed to get myself up to the very top of it too — more on that soon! ⛰

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #lionshead #campsbay #tablemountain #lionsheadhike #campsbaybeach #westerncape #beachphotography #mountainphotography #capetownliving #capetownphotographer #visitsouthafrica

Sunset cruising around Table Bay, honestly magical

Sunset cruising around Table Bay, honestly magical 🌅 ✨

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #sunset #cruise #yacht #tablebay #waterfrontcharters #capetowncruise #hmxme #lionshead #onthewater #visitsouthafrica

I’ve been on more sightseeing buses than I can p

I’ve been on more sightseeing buses than I can possibly remember in the past five days, but when these are the views from the top deck can you blame me? 🇿🇦🌞

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #campsbay #cliftonbeaches #palmtrees #westerncape #citysightseeing #capetownsouthafrica #goldenhour #hazydays #capetownbeaches #visitsouthafrica

Crazy to think I was stood right up there yesterda

Crazy to think I was stood right up there yesterday. This is the most insane backdrop to the city 📸 ⛰

#africa #southafrica #capetown #travelphotography #travelphotos #amateurphotographer #travelblogger #travelwriter #beautifuldestinations #passionpassport #tlpicks #tablemountain #tablemountainview #mountainphotography #capetownphotographer #capetownguide #visitsouthafrica

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