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A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

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What is a tropenrooster? Why Dutch schools send kids home early in a heat wave (and what parents can do)

A tropenrooster is a hot-weather school timetable that sends pupils home early, and right now, with a heat wave gripping the Netherlands and the national...
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My Dutch employer is “restructuring” — what does this mean for me? We asked the experts

Getting a letter saying your position is being made redundant is stressful enough, but when it's written in Dutch legalese, it can feel...
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The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from your brow. Luckily, the latter can...
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A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

The Netherlands officially has two languages, but in practice, it sometimes seems as if you hear many more. In addition to Dutch and...
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My Dutch employer is “restructuring” — what does this mean for me? We asked the experts

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Getting a letter saying your position is being made redundant is stressful enough, but when it's written in Dutch legalese, it can feel completely overwhelming.  With AI reshaping entire industries and companies quietly trimming their...
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The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

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Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from your brow. Luckily, the latter can be cured with a nice, refreshing outdoor dip. Get familiar with the...
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A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

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The Netherlands officially has two languages, but in practice, it sometimes seems as if you hear many more. In addition to Dutch and Frisian, there are countless dialects and accents. For such a small...
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Can you open a Dutch business bank account before registering with the KVK?

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Starting a business in the Netherlands often comes with a classic chicken-and-egg conundrum; you need a bank account to operate, but the bank wants your KVK number first. As a team of internationals, we’ve all...
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7 things you need to keep for your accounting as a ZZPer in the Netherlands

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Going freelance in the Netherlands is an appealing move for many internationals — flexible hours, being your own boss, and no more awkward office birthday cakes. But being a ZZP’er (zelfstandige zonder personeel, or self-employed...
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My Dutch employer is “restructuring” — what does this mean for me? We asked the experts

Getting a letter saying your position is being made redundant is stressful enough, but when it's written in Dutch legalese, it can feel...
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The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from your brow. Luckily, the latter can...
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A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

The Netherlands officially has two languages, but in practice, it sometimes seems as if you hear many more. In addition to Dutch and...
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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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The best SIM-only plans in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Whether you’ve 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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Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

With an unlimited data SIM card in the Netherlands, you can surf, scroll, and stream without worrying about running out of data. Perfect...
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18 unmissable things to do in Scheveningen: A local’s guide

In Scheveningen, stately houses meet the laid-back atmosphere that comes with having the beach as your...
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Aparthotel Adagio: a long stay in luxury at an affordable price

Are you planning a move to Amsterdam? Or perhaps coming to the city for a long trip? With incredible amenities, modern design, and excellent long-stay rates, the Aparthotel Adagio Amsterdam...
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Planning a weekend in Eindhoven? Here’s where to stay, eat and explore

Often, Amsterdam gets all the attention from visitors to the Netherlands. But Eindhoven, AKA the City...
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The top 3 best coffeeshops in Almere

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Smoking weed in Amsterdam: ultimate guide [Updated 2026]

If you're heading to the Netherlands, chances are you want to smoke weed in Amsterdam —...
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Can I smoke weed in an Amsterdam bar? Yes — here’s where

The Dutch are famously relaxed about many things — smoking weed, sipping a drink, and generally...
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