Heather Slevin

Heather is a Dublin native, addicted to catching the Luas, the Irish version of a tram, for one stop, and well used to the constant rain and shine. Seeking to swap one concrete city for another (with a few more canals and a friendlier attitude to cyclists) here she is with the Dutch Review! As a Creative Writing student, she can usually be found sweating over the complicated formatting of her latest poem or deep inside the pages of a book, and loves writing, writing, writing.

10 things you’ll notice your first week in the Netherlands

So, you just moved to the Netherlands. Congratulations! Be prepared to be confused. Navigating the, erm, labyrinth, that is, the world of the Dutch can...

The 16 best things to do in Amersfoort in 2026

Nestled near the centre of the Netherlands, you’ll find the lovely city of Amersfoort. If you’re looking to explore its cobblestoned streets, you’re probably...

Is the 9-to-5 dead in the Netherlands?

So, you’re looking for a job in the Netherlands. You’re probably wondering: am I going to be stuck in the office Monday to Friday,...

Dutch Quirk #98: Talk back to authorities

Walking around the streets of Amsterdam, you might be a bit intimidated by the presence of police on the roads. But for the Dutch,...

8 weird things about dying in the Netherlands

So, you’re planning on dying in the Netherlands. Well, not so much planning as… you know, planning the unplannable.  Death plays a significant role in...

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