Freya Sawbridge

Freya was born in Edinburgh but raised in New Zealand (cue every person she meets saying “oh I have always wanted to go there but it’s so far away!”). A restless and curious nature has led her to move countries 5 times in the last 3 years in attempt to find a place she can call home. She contacted DutchReview on a whim and arrived in the Netherlands in summer 2019 to start her internship.

Wild swimming in the Netherlands: the best spots for a dip

When I was housesitting in Amsterdam's IJburg neighbourhood, I started wild swimming. 🌊 The house was located right next to the IJmeer, which made it...

Truffles and magic mushrooms in the Netherlands: all you need for a psychedelic trip 2026

Have you always wanted to try truffles in the Netherlands? Or are you just curious about what they are and how they work? In...

A guide to hitchhiking in the Netherlands

Looking to hitch a ride in the Netherlands? This guide is here to give you the best advice for a safe and fun journey...

We asked readers about their experiences with the infamous Dutch directness

Ahhh, the infamous Dutch directness: is it a stereotype, or is it accurate? Should it even be called "directness" or simply "honesty"? Straightforwardness is valued...

9 tourist traps in the Netherlands (and the best alternatives)

We've no doubt all heard about tourist traps in the Netherlands and Amsterdam, and many of us have probably even been to them. What...

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