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I’m Mariza—I’m a full-time travel blogger and a new resident of the Netherlands.

Originally from sunny South Africa, I’ve visited over 33 countries and lived in Taiwan for 14 years.

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Charming canal scene in Amsterdam featuring a stone arch bridge, houseboats docked along the edges, and classic Dutch buildings in the background. Pink flowers frame the foreground while leafy trees line the waterway, with pedestrians and cyclists adding to the lively city vibe.

Amsterdam

A colorful statue of Miffy, the iconic cartoon bunny, dressed in a red floral dress with blue flowers and a blue patchwork design on the left side of her head. The sculpture stands on a stone pedestal in an urban setting with trees, cobblestone pavement, and bicycles in the background.

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A small boat with a few people floats down a quiet canal lined with tall trees and traditional Dutch buildings in Delft, Netherlands. In the background, the iconic leaning tower of the Oude Kerk (Old Church) rises into a clear blue sky, framed by golden autumn leaves.

Delft

A traditional Dutch windmill with large wooden blades stands beside a dark blue house with a red-tiled roof. The scene is set along a canal, with neatly trimmed greenery and a small waterway in the foreground.

Zaanse Schans

The Inntel Hotel in Zaandam, Netherlands, a striking architectural design featuring stacked green and blue traditional Dutch-style houses. The building’s facade appears as a collection of classic Zaanse houses, giving it a playful yet cohesive look. The lower section has blue houses with white trim, while the upper portion consists of stacked green structures with stepped gables and white-framed windows.

Zaandam

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