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...

19 charming things to do in Haarlem

So, you’ve found your way to Haarlem, the Netherlands, otherwise known as ‘little Amsterdam’. However, now that you’ve landed in the picturesque streets, you’re likely...

13 intriguing things to do in Kinderdijk in 2026

A recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, there are so many things to do in Kinderdijk, a small village in the south of...

The 10 best hikes in and near Utrecht to bask in Dutch nature

We love Utrecht for its quaint streets, cute cafe nooks, and bustling atmosphere — but sometimes, you really need to escape the city.  Luckily, there...

14 best clubs in Amsterdam according to locals [2026 guide]

So, you’re on the hunt for the best clubs in Amsterdam — where the music is booming and the dance floor is jumping. Well,...

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