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Wild swimming in the Netherlands and why you should dive in

When I was housesitting in Amsterdam's IJburg neighbourhood, I started wild swimming. 🌊 The house was located right next to the IJmeer, which made...

A guide to Dutch hand gestures: 5 things you need to know

As if it wasn't hard enough to move to another country, learn the language, and integrate yourself — someone thought it would also...

A love/hate relationship: the Dutch-Belgian rivalry explained

You know that annoying sibling that you kind of hate but also absolutely love? Well, it turns out that same sentiment can apply...

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To switch or not to switch: here’s how changing energy contracts can save you money 

Energy prices in the Netherlands are finally declining, and savvy, money-saving Dutchies are looking for the best deals out there before their current energy contracts end.  While sticking to the same energy provider and contract...

A guide to Dutch hand gestures: 5 things you need to know

As if it wasn't hard enough to move to another country, learn the language, and integrate yourself — someone thought it would also be fun to use hand signals along with the Dutch language...

The 18 most magnificent lakes in the Netherlands (near Amsterdam and beyond)

Here’s our guide to the best lakes in the Netherlands! Whatever lake-loving adventure you’re after, we’re here to give you all the juicy details to make it happen. Fancy a freshwater swim, or maybe...

9 things no one tells you about living in the Netherlands for the first time

Before you move to a new country, the Netherlands or otherwise, you are sure to be showered with tips, tricks, anecdotes, recommendations, and more than a few warnings. When I announced I was moving...

Did you learn Dutch (or not) to move to the Netherlands? It’s time to share your voice!

Apple = appel. Hello = hallo. Insurance = …verzekering?! Learning Dutch seems easy to start, but you’ve probably discovered that it’s not a piece of taart. 🍰 So what are your experiences of learning Dutch...

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To switch or not to switch: here’s how changing energy contracts can save you money 

Energy prices in the Netherlands are finally declining, and savvy, money-saving Dutchies are looking for the best deals out there before their current...

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As if it wasn't hard enough to move to another country, learn the language, and integrate yourself — someone thought it would also...

The 18 most magnificent lakes in the Netherlands (near Amsterdam and beyond)

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5 things we wish we knew about utilities in the Netherlands

You’ve braved the Dutch housing market, secured your dream home, and now it’s finally time to settle in and relax. But what about...

Gas, electricity, water and more: ultimate guide to utilities in the Netherlands

Just moved to the Netherlands? First of all, congrats! There’s a lot to love about this country. But first, let’s get your utilities...

14 dang smart ways to save on energy costs in the Netherlands [UPDATED 2023]

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The 18 most magnificent lakes in the Netherlands (near Amsterdam and beyond)

Here’s our guide to the best lakes in the Netherlands! Whatever lake-loving adventure you’re after, we’re...

There’s a completely solar-powered bus station in Tilburg (and it looks super slick!)

Tilburg keeps on finding new ways to innovate! From repurposing an old locomotive hall into a...

The Singelpark in Leiden: how citizens created one of the best parks in the Netherlands

What if we told you that there's a park in the Netherlands that's kind of like the High Line (that elevated railroad tracks-turned-park in New York)? Well, first of all, you...

17 best coffeeshops in Amsterdam: the best spots to smoke in 2023

The challenge? Finding the best coffeeshops in Amsterdam. The cremè de la cremè of cannabis, the...

Stunning colourised footage of Rotterdam before WWII (video inside!)

Discover a completely different Rotterdam from the one we know now. This newly colourised footage of...

Edibles in Amsterdam: the ultimate guide [2023]

Welcome to our epic guide to edibles in Amsterdam in 2023 (and yes, we're telling you...

11 things to know before taking a taxi in Amsterdam

Unless you know the ropes, taking a taxi in the Netherlands can be a confusing and...