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How to land a sponsored job in the Netherlands in 2026

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Meet Mata Hari: the famous Dutch First World War “spy”

Though the world knows her by her stage name Mata Hari, she was actually born Margaretha Geertruida Zelle on August 7, 1876, in...
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Who are the Dolle Mina’s? The Dutch feminist group is back

Who run the world? As Beyoncé wisely said, girls. But which ones paved the way? The answer many Dutch women will give you...
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The narrowest houses in Amsterdam: everything you need to know

Amsterdam’s architecture is unique and varied. You’ll find tall houses, historic houses, slanted houses, and even sinking houses. But Amsterdam's homes are perhaps...
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How to land a sponsored job in the Netherlands in 2026

When considering getting a visa for the Netherlands, you may be wondering, "Can I just get a sponsored visa through a job?" It may...
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OPINION: Dutch men need to ditch the hair gel 

While there are plenty of things to admire about Dutch men (their ability to reach even the highest shelves, for instance), there’s one...
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Expat experiences: “My Bumble match turned out to be married”

Dating is all fun and games until your dinner date casually mentions, “I’m married.” Yikes. Let’s back up here a bit.  One of our readers,...
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How to land a sponsored job in the Netherlands in 2026

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When considering getting a visa for the Netherlands, you may be wondering, "Can I just get a sponsored visa through a job?" It may seem like an easy route; find a job, snap up an...
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OPINION: Dutch men need to ditch the hair gel 

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While there are plenty of things to admire about Dutch men (their ability to reach even the highest shelves, for instance), there’s one element of their look we need to talk about: the hair...
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Expat experiences: “My Bumble match turned out to be married”

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Dating is all fun and games until your dinner date casually mentions, “I’m married.” Yikes. Let’s back up here a bit.  One of our readers, Ashwin, has been on a fair share of dates. A total...
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This is one of the only Dutch schools that can take your level to C1 — Meet Taalthuis

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So, you’ve decided to learn Dutch. Brave. Very brave.  But before you start sweating over the difference between de and het (good luck with that), let us introduce you to a school that makes learning...
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Why nearly 2 million customers pick Vattenfall as their energy supplier (and why you should too)

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Vattenfall powers around 2 million customers across the Netherlands, making it one of the country's biggest energy suppliers. For internationals weighing up who gets to keep their lights on, that scale comes with a...
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How to land a sponsored job in the Netherlands in 2026

When considering getting a visa for the Netherlands, you may be wondering, "Can I just get a sponsored visa through a job?" It may...
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OPINION: Dutch men need to ditch the hair gel 

While there are plenty of things to admire about Dutch men (their ability to reach even the highest shelves, for instance), there’s one...
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Expat experiences: “My Bumble match turned out to be married”

Dating is all fun and games until your dinner date casually mentions, “I’m married.” Yikes. Let’s back up here a bit.  One of our readers,...
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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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Amsterdam

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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Amsterdam

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: Amsterdam has its very own Buddhist temple, and it’s hidden in plain sight! In fact,...
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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...
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Cities

PLNT Leiden is turning 10: Here’s what it’s all about

There's a community in the middle of Leiden where someone is always launching something, pitching something,...
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Enjoy this photo report of beautiful Leiden in the rain

Leiden is a picturesque town centrally located between Amsterdam and The Hague, and happens to look...
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Leiden

Living in Leiden: 5 things to do when you move to Leiden

So you've decided you're going to move to Leiden, congrats! It's a beautiful Dutch town, and...
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