Jen Lorimer πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡Ό

An avid tea drinker, Jen was born and raised in Zimbabwe. She moved to Utrecht in 2017 to pursue her history degree. She loves people-watching, canoeing the Utrecht canals, and observing how the Dutch come alive in summer. Having been traumatised by a Dutch circle party, Jen wants to help equip other internationals with tips and tricks to survive and thrive in this wonderful flat country.

World’s first 3D-printed bridge made entirely of steel is opened in Amsterdam

Following an extensive period of testing, the 3D-printed bridge connecting the quays of Oudezijds Achterburgwal in Amsterdam's Red Light District was opened by Queen...

2021 sees increase in immigration to the Netherlands following unprecedented lows in 2020

For years the number of people moving to the Netherlands has been increasing, but the coronavirus crisis was an obstacle to this last year....

Make the most of the sun β€” the weekend will bring thunderstorms

The weather will be great over the coming days β€” the sun will shine, but it won’t be too hot. Over the weekend, there...

Is Dutch beer the best in Europe? The Netherlands is the top exporter, once again

Last year, the Netherlands was (for the 21st time) the biggest exporter of beer in the EU, according to the Central Bureau of Statistics....

Dutch cabinet declares flooding in Limburg a disaster β€” see what’s happening in the area

Last night the cabinet formally declared the flooding in Limburg a disaster. The government will help to pay for the damages. Meanwhile, 12,000 people...

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