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Gourmetten in the 五楼自拍: a greasy and ‘gezellig’ Dutch dining tradition

You haven't celebrated Christmas in the Netherlands properly if you haven't done gourmetten. Gour-what-en? Exactly. If you鈥檙e the foreigner in a relationship and this is...
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The complete guide to writing a top Sinterklaas poem

There is no Dutch tradition as cherished as the Sinterklaas poem (well, except perhaps Zwarte Piet). But, what is this mysterious sinterklaasgedicht 鈥 and...
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15 weirdly cute things Dutch people do

The Dutch are known for being direct, stingy, and innovative 鈥 but they can also be surprisingly cute!  We put our readers to the...
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7 ways to teach your children about money in the Netherlands

Dutch children are heel independent 鈥  from cycling to school on their own to getting their first jobs at a young age. If...
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The best banks in the Netherlands for internationals in 2025

Finding the best banks for expats in the Netherlands can be a real search. There'll be many factors that influence your decision, from...
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5 reasons why ING should be your bank of choice in the Netherlands

As an international living in a foreign country, finding a bank you can trust and rely on is crucial for easily navigating everyday...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the 五楼自拍: ultimate 2025 guide

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Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beat them all! But now, there's one more challenge. How do you set up your mobile phone...
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Separations and divorce in the 五楼自拍: what does it mean for our kids? An expert鈥檚 advice

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The end of a relationship is never easy. However, it can be especially difficult when there are children involved 鈥 and you鈥檙e in a foreign country.  That said, you can rest easy knowing that multiple...
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How to survive the Dutch winter: clothing, will to live, and more

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Knowing how to prepare for a Dutch winter can be daunting, especially if you鈥檙e completely unfamiliar with the weather here. But adjusting to your new climate needn鈥檛 be so scary. I arrived here from South...
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14 forward-thinking things Dutch people do

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Throughout history, the Dutch have encouraged innovation, development, and creativity in many arenas. In fact, the Netherlands is world-renowned for being progressive! So, naturally, I've compiled a list of the most forward-thinking things Dutchies do....
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So you want to learn Dutch, and you want to learn it fast? It won鈥檛 be easy, but it鈥檚 doable with the right...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the 五楼自拍: ultimate 2025 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beat them all! But now, there's...
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The end of a relationship is never easy. However, it can be especially difficult when there are children involved 鈥 and you鈥檙e in...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the 五楼自拍: ultimate 2025 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beat them all! But now, there's...
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The best SIM-only plans in the 五楼自拍: the ultimate guide

Whether you鈥檝e just stepped off the plane at Schiphol, or have been in the Netherlands for a while, you may be debating whether...
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21 beautiful towns in the Netherlands that aren鈥檛 Amsterdam

There are so many beautiful towns in the Netherlands, but getting wrapped up in that city...
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This Dutch city was key to the origins of Thanksgiving

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The 18 best street markets in Amsterdam: the ultimate guide

Street markets in Amsterdam have stacks to offer when it comes to shopping: the thrill of running into a good bargain, finding ethically resourced and healthy ingredients, or gobsmackingly delicious,...
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Stunning colourised footage of Rotterdam before WWII (video inside!)

Discover a completely different Rotterdam from the one we know now. This colourised footage of Rotterdam...
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Why is there a Chinese temple in the middle of Amsterdam?

Ah, yes, Amsterdam: the city of canals, flower markets, cute crooked houses鈥 and Chinese temples?! That鈥檚 right:...
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The Rembrandt experience: discover the life of a young Rembrandt by walking through Leiden

The famous Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn was actually born and raised in Leiden. Yes, that...
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Hiking in Amsterdam: top 7 places for wandelen near the city

Hiking and Amsterdam are two words that are not often paired 鈥 but that didn't stop...
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