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What is Tikkie? How to use the Dutch’s favourite payment system
Anyone who lives in the Netherlands has probably found themselves in a situation where someone says the following: “don’t worry about it, I’ll Tikkie you,” — to which you’ve been left very confused.
Did they...
Lemonade: easy insurance for fresh-faced expats
Let me guess, like many other expats, you arrived here, snapped up the cheapest contents and liability insurance policy in the Netherlands you could find, and called it a day. But did you know...
EDUCATION
Over half of teachers want stricter coronavirus measures in schools
Teachers are worried about the safety of their work environment, according to a poll by teachers union Leraren in Actie (LIA).
Of those who took part in the poll, 55% believe it is not safe...
Primary schools in the Netherlands: a guide for expat parents
Education in the Netherlands is considered to be of high quality, but negotiating the system can be somewhat confusing. This article looks at the ins and outs of primary schools (basisscholen) and all you...
AMSTERDAM
A garage in Amsterdam has appeared on housing website Funda for the bargain-basement price of just €995,000 — plus tax.
What can you get for a million euros in the Netherlands today?
Here are a few ideas:
33 mid-range sedans
3.3 mid-size apartments in a small Dutch city
food, accommodation, and education for 1302 African children for a year.
But why buy...
LEIDEN
Do you want to check out a beautiful Dutch city that isn't Amsterdam? Are you eager to prove to your friends you travel "off the beaten path"? Or do you simply want respite from touristy and crowded cities? Then consider Leiden! We have all the tips and tricks on where to shop, eat and drink to ensure your trip...
ROTTERDAM
Rotterdam, a city where everyone loves to rave about the quirky new-age architecture, its multicultural quotient, and the resilience and 'realness' of the Rotterdammers. But living in a city you love should not stop you from exploring places around it because you'll never know what you'll find. Here are some day trips you can take from Rotterdam!
Oosterschelde in Zeeland
The...
TILBURG
If you're scouring the web for reasons to visit Tilburg, this photo report might inspire you to make a trip down south to an underrated Dutch city with a lot to offer.
When you think of visiting a Dutch city, the cities of Amsterdam, Rotterdam or The Hague usually come to mind. But this dear little country has a lot...
THE HAGUE
So you're thinking about moving to The Hague? Literally the best decision of your life. But, as with any big upheaval in life, there's a lot you're probably wondering about before actually taking the leap, packing your bags, and moving to The Hague.
From registering at the municipality, to deciding which museums and cafes to visit on the weekend,...
SCHEVENINGEN
Yesterday, the body of the fifth surfer who died at Scheveningen on May 11 was recovered from the sea. An investigation from the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ) has shown that the conditions that day were exceptional.
On 11 May, five surfers died during exceptional weather conditions while surfing at Scheveningen. Two bodies were taken out of the water...
UTRECHT
To all those who thought the Netherlands didn't have a summer worth speaking of, think again. With temperatures climbing to 30 degrees celsius this summer, it's time to start thinking of the best summer escapes.
Since travelling to the rest of the world is more difficult with coronavirus, many of us are looking to spend summer in the Netherlands....
DAYTRIPS
Dordrecht is a very quick day trip from Rotterdam. Just 14 minutes on the train (€4), or accessible even by ferry. It's not too far for a longer day trip from Amsterdam (90 minutes each way and €19) or easily done with a quick one-night stopover — it's well worth it!
I've travelled all over the Netherlands. I've been...
