Gaelle Salem

Born and raised on the island of Sint Maarten, Gaelle moved to the Netherlands in 2018 to attend university. Still trying to survive the erratic Dutch wind and rain, she has taken up the hobby of buying a new umbrella every month. You can probably find her in the centre of The Hague appreciating the Dutch architecture with a coffee in one hand and a slice of appeltaart in the other.

From 2023, Brits will need an ETIAS visa waiver to visit the Netherlands: here’s how it works

The Netherlands has long been a favourite destination for Brits, thanks to its iconic canals and cheese markets. However, come 2023, UK travellers will...

High score: inflation rate rises to 17.1% in the Netherlands

Once again, the Dutch inflation rate is surging at a pace unmatched in over 70 years — rising to 17.1% in September. Last month, Dutchies...

It’ll pass: Netherlands to get some ‘nice’ autumn weather next week

Those keen to venture outdoors must keep an umbrella at hand. Alas, more heavy showers will hit the lowlands this week.  But wait! There’s a...

Two trains derail in the south of the Netherlands, police are investigating

Last night, 250 people were on board an intercity train in Limburg, when the front compartment suddenly derailed. During the incident, another oncoming train...

Looking for work? Dutch vacancies have nearly doubled in one year

On the hunt for a job? You’re in luck. All professions in the Netherlands have a shortage of personnel — leaving folks with a...

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