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Hi, I’m Mariza — a South African travel writer who spent 14 years living in Taiwan. I started Hoponworld to share real tips and travel guides that make trip planning easier — from exploring offbeat places in Taiwan to island hopping in Indonesia and Thailand. While my blog mostly focuses on Taiwan and Asia travel, I also cover some of my favorite spots in South Africa and Europe.

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