Ida Allen-Auerbach

Ida Allen-Auerbach is an Amsterdam-based writer and journalist originally from Los Angeles. She relocated to the Netherlands in 2021 for her bachelor’s studies, earning a degree in Political Science through UvA’s PPLE program. She now covers news at Dutch Review, drawing on her multicultural background to report on politics, society, and more. Outside of work, she's usually busy kickboxing or bouldering with friends.

WestCord Hotel Eindhoven: comfort, design, and a great location in one stay

Whether you're visiting Eindhoven for business, Dutch Design Week, or just a weekend break, WestCord Hotel Eindhoven is one of the most elegant and...

OPINION: Dutch men need to ditch the hair gel 

While there are plenty of things to admire about Dutch men (their ability to reach even the highest shelves, for instance), there’s one element...

Who are the Dolle Mina’s? The Dutch feminist group is back

Who run the world? As Beyoncé wisely said, girls. But which ones paved the way? The answer many Dutch women will give you is:...

Bouldering: a surprisingly popular trend in the Netherlands

Despite the fact that the Netherlands is, shall we say, vertically challenged, topography hasn’t stopped the Dutch from being absolute bouldering addicts.  It may surprise...

Planning a weekend in Eindhoven? Here’s where to stay, eat and explore

Often, Amsterdam gets all the attention from visitors to the Netherlands. But Eindhoven, AKA the City of Light, has been quietly building a case...

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