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The geography of the Netherlands explained (video inside!)

The Netherlands has islands, over 70 animal species, and, to say the least, it's very flat. Travelling across this tiny country from the...

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The geography of the Netherlands explained (video inside!)

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How long does the integration process in the Netherlands take? 

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Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy here. But there are some rules you need to get used to. Before moving to the Netherlands, many...

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The geography of the Netherlands explained (video inside!)

The Netherlands has islands, over 70 animal species, and, to say the least, it's very flat. Travelling across this tiny country from the...

How long does the integration process in the Netherlands take? 

Most people who are required to integrate in the Netherlands have three years to complete the inburgering process. That said, plenty of people...

Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy here. But there are some rules...

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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beaten them all! But now, there's...

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Whether you’ve just stepped off the plane at Schiphol or have been in the Netherlands for a while, you may be debating whether...

Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

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You’ve arrived in Amsterdam, you’re ready to hit the coffeeshops, but wait: Is smoking weed in...

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The pilgrims in Leiden were a religious group that escaped from England and came to live in the Netherlands. From there, they would sail to the New World and become...

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No matter how many times I tell my friends I live in Haarlem, every time we...

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A well-connected public transportation system, the locals’ ability to speak excellent English, and the Netherlands’ modest...