Articles by

Amanda Steck

I am a Mexican girl, born to a Swiss father and married to a Dutch guy, living in The Netherlands for 9 years (oh how time flies!). I have a background in Biology and Veterinary medicine and a passion for travel, writing, baking, reading, discovering bookshops jumping around like crazy and red dresses. I also blog at Poppies and Ice-cream.

6 ways to keep your kids entertained and educated during the indoor days of coronavirus

With most countries imposing measures to restrict social contact in response to the coronavirus outbreak, many children...

Linnaeushof, Nijntje museum and Sea life: 3 great places for toddlers

Where to visit with your kids in the Netherlands? The summer is upon us and with it free...

Reducing plastic use in the Netherlands: Top tips on how to attempt to go plastic free in Holland

Most of us have heard about the decline in marine life and have seen images of the...

The Best Museums for Children and Book Lovers in The Hague

Looking for the best museums for children and book lovers in the Netherlands? If you are a book...

All you need to know about celebrating your child’s birthday in the Netherlands

We've all heard about the famous way the Dutch celebrate birthdays: the kringverjaardag, where everyone sits in...

Will the Dutch deny access to daycare to un-vaccinated children?

  No daycare for un-vaccinated children? A vast majority of the Dutch parliament (Tweede-kamer) wants to approve a law...

Saving money in the Netherlands: 5 Ways to Save Money Like the Dutch

The Dutch are quite famous for being frugal or should I say stingy? They are the pros...

Commuting with children in the Netherlands: what the Dutch could learn

Both the Dutch and the Portuguese have long stories as experienced sailors through history. This is, however,...