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Emma Brown

A familiar face at DutchRevew. Emma arrived in Holland in 2016 for a few weeks, fell in love with the place and never left. Here she rekindled her love of writing and travelling. Now you'll find her eating stroopwafels in the DutchReview office since 2017.
Travel

Train etiquette on Dutch trains: 8 things you’ll always see

Ah, train journeys in the Netherlands: not the worst, yet not the best. We all have our...
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Cities

A guide to night buses and night trains in the Netherlands

Had one too many drinks and missed the last train? Bracing yourself for a taxi journey that...
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Culture

7 things that the Dutch kind of suck at

We've brought you a list of what the Dutch are great at and why the Dutch are...
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Attractions

A guide to 13 thrilling zoos and animal parks in the Netherlands

Looking for a fun day trip? Consider it sorted: here are the best zoos, animal parks, aquariums,...
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Financial

Huurtoeslag?! All you need to know about Dutch rental allowance in 2025

Are you renting a self-contained flat in the Netherlands? Then you may be entitled to huurtoeslag —...
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Culture

Ecstasy in Amsterdam: Party drugs in the Netherlands

So, you've made it to the Netherlands, but you're not here for the art and tulips. You...
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Health

Pollen, allergies, and hay fever in the Netherlands: how to survive it

Ah, the sun is shining, birds are singing, and spring is on its way. But you know...
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Day Trips

24 best free things to do in Rotterdam in 2025

Is Rotterdam your next destination, but you're trying to stick to a budget? Or maybe you're another...
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