Articles by

Emily Burger

Emily grew up in South Africa but has also lived in Egypt, the UK, Canada and now the Netherlands. She first came here for her Bachelors in Arts and Culture at Maastricht University and soon fell in love with the land of canals, clogs and cheese. When she's not daydreaming about sci-fi movies or countries yet to explore, you can find her writing for DutchReview.

Moving to the Netherlands: all you need to know

So you’re thinking of taking the leap and moving to the Netherlands? Congrats! Whether you're relocating for...

Dutch sororities and fraternities: yep, they exist (and are echt bizarre)

Hold up — sororities and fraternities in the Netherlands? Isn’t that an American thing? Well, it’s complicated,...

Student societies in the Netherlands: what you need to know

The Netherlands has an incredibly rich student life, where everyone is encouraged and welcome to take on...

Why does the Netherlands love orange? The full explainer

Ever wondered why the Dutch wear orange to pretty much any national occasion when the colour is...

Dutch clogs: the traditional wooden shoes of the Netherlands

Visit any Dutch tourist shop and you’ll see this national symbol on keychains, magnets, clothes — you...

11 Dutch sports that are 100% weird (but wonderful)

There are many weird and wacky sports in the Netherlands that will make you raise your eyebrows...

Surfing in the Netherlands: where to go and what to know in 2024

Surf’s up in the Netherlands? You bet. If you can brave the chilly waters, there are plenty...

What currency is used in the Netherlands? Paying in Amsterdam and beyond

Knowing what currency is used in the Netherlands is critical if you’re heading to the land of...