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Here’s how the New York Knicks got their name from the Dutch

Even if you’re not from the Big Apple, chances are you’ve heard of the New York ‘Knicks.’ What you might not know is...

Here’s the best way to get your meat in the Netherlands (and no, it’s not Albert Heijn)

Supermarket meat has always been a bit of a gamble in the Netherlands: limited cuts, inconsistent quality, and very little information about where...

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Registering with a doctor in the Netherlands can be quite a confusing process compared to how it works in your home country. Is the practice accepting patients? Do you have all the required documents?...

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How to register with a doctor in the Netherlands

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What is the Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT)? A guide for Americans moving to the Netherlands

The Dutch-American Friendship Treaty (DAFT) visa is one of the most accessible routes to legal residency in the Netherlands for American citizens —...

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