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.

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...

Dutch Quirk 113: Have multiple Christmas days (because one isn’t enough)

Get ready to party! Throughout December, you can expect many festive events in the Netherlands, beyond an epic two-day Christmas celebration. From the arrival of...

Ice-skating rinks in the Netherlands: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and beyond

Looking for the best ice-skating rinks in the Netherlands? One of the most festive ways to enjoy the winter season has got to be...

8 ultra-gezellige ways to spend Christmas in Amsterdam [2026 guide]

It's the most wonderful time of the year,  especially if you’re celebrating Christmas in Amsterdam!  Amsterdam, as one of the most festive European cities, has...

Dutch Quirk 29: Wave goodbye until they can’t see someone anymore

Picture this; the wonderful dinner party you've been lucky enough to attend at a Dutch person’s house has just ended, and you’re on your...

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