Articles by

Samantha Dixon 🇦🇺

Sam has over six years experience writing about life in the Netherlands and leads the content team at DutchReview. She originally came to the Netherlands to study in 2016 and now holds a BA (Hons.) in Arts, a BA (Hons) in Journalism, and a Masters in Teaching. She loves to write about settling into life in the Netherlands, her city of Utrecht, learning Dutch, and jobs in the Netherlands — and she still can’t jump on the back of a moving bike (she's learning!).

The Americans have learned of Dutch ‘droppings’ and now they’re confused

Americans took to Twitter to discuss a peculiar Dutch practice: dropping. Much like their fascination with other...

How to get a driver’s licence in the Netherlands: the 2025 guide

If you’re considering getting a driving licence in the Netherlands, your first question is probably: “But how?” And...

7 ways a Dutch job is different

Dreaming of a Dutch job? Here's the thing: working in the Netherlands can be dramatically different to...

7 benefits you could be claiming from your Dutch employer

Congratulations on landing a job in the Netherlands — but your work isn’t over yet. There are...

‘Friet’ or ‘patat’? The ultimate guide to Dutch fries

The humble Dutch fries. In a nation known for fierce and unadulterated debates, the Dutch will disregard...

The secret to making a winning bid on a house in the Netherlands — with zero risk

Making a winning bid on a house or apartment in the Netherlands is a challenge. In a...

Where are the ‘I amsterdam’ letters? The complete selfie guide

Here's a riddle for you: what weighs 250 kilos, is two metres high, and features in around...

Job interviews in the Netherlands: what to expect (and how to nail one!)

Hey, congratulations on scoring that job interview in the Netherlands! However, as a foreigner, you may be...