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30 years of international recruitment in the Netherlands: what’s changed, what hasn’t?

When Undutchables started matching multilingual talent with Dutch employers back in 1996, candidates were still mailing paper CVs in envelopes, and recruiters archived them in filing cabinets.  Three decades and one...
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7 things the Dutch could learn from the Kiwis

After a year of living in the Netherlands, I’ve come to find a few things here lacking, so I started wondering if there...
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Registration in the Netherlands: the complete guide for 2026

Fresh off the plane? Welcome! 🇳🇱 If you’re feeling a bit lost and aren’t sure what you're meant to do next, don’t stress;...
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30 years of international recruitment in the Netherlands: what’s changed, what hasn’t?

When Undutchables started matching multilingual talent with Dutch employers back in 1996, candidates were still mailing paper CVs in envelopes, and recruiters archived...
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The pros and cons of moving to the Netherlands (from someone who’s done it)

Before you move to this gorgeous country, it's always worth knowing what the pros and cons of living in the Netherlands are. This...
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Registration in the Netherlands: the complete guide for 2026

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Fresh off the plane? Welcome! 🇳🇱 If you’re feeling a bit lost and aren’t sure what you're meant to do next, don’t stress; we’re here to help. First things first, let’s get you registered...
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30 years of international recruitment in the Netherlands: what’s changed, what hasn’t?

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When Undutchables started matching multilingual talent with Dutch employers back in 1996, candidates were still mailing paper CVs in envelopes, and recruiters archived them in filing cabinets.  Three decades and one AI revolution later, one...
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The pros and cons of moving to the Netherlands (from someone who’s done it)

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Before you move to this gorgeous country, it's always worth knowing what the pros and cons of living in the Netherlands are. This way, you can work out if the place is really for...
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Cheapest supermarkets in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide in 2026

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Anyone who has lived in the Netherlands for more than a month knows that buying groceries here can be expensive. If you're ballin' on a budget, getting things from your local Albert Heijn can feel...
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Expat experiences: “I think my pregnancy cost me my job”

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Every successful woman fears one thing: “Will pregnancy hurt my career?” In Amelia’s case, a company based in Noordwijk made her feel justified in her fear.   A “lovepat,” she moved from Italy to the Netherlands...
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Registration in the Netherlands: the complete guide for 2026

Fresh off the plane? Welcome! 🇳🇱 If you’re feeling a bit lost and aren’t sure what you're meant to do next, don’t stress;...
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30 years of international recruitment in the Netherlands: what’s changed, what hasn’t?

When Undutchables started matching multilingual talent with Dutch employers back in 1996, candidates were still mailing paper CVs in envelopes, and recruiters archived...
Read

The pros and cons of moving to the Netherlands (from someone who’s done it)

Before you move to this gorgeous country, it's always worth knowing what the pros and cons of living in the Netherlands are. This...
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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 in 2026

Looking for a Dutch unlimited data SIM card? This guide covers the best providers, the costs involved, and what "unlimited" data actually entails. While...
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WestCord Hotel Eindhoven: comfort, design, and a great location in one stay

Whether you're visiting Eindhoven for business, Dutch Design Week, or just a weekend break, WestCord Hotel...
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19 best things to do in Utrecht in 2026

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Hiking in Amsterdam: top 7 places for wandelen near the city

Hiking and Amsterdam are two words that are not often paired — but that didn't stop us from trying.  Escaping to the wilderness is an ideal solution for managing stress, yet,...
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Free-roaming bunnies, hundreds of books, and silence: welcome to The Quiet Rex

Somewhere in Amsterdam-Noord, a rabbit named Caesar is waiting for you to feed him some mint...
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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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Why is there a Chinese temple in the middle of Amsterdam?

Ah, yes, Amsterdam: the city of canals, flower markets, cute crooked houses… and Chinese temples?! That’s right:...
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11 things to know before taking a taxi in Amsterdam

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