Articles by

Samantha Dixon ๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ

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 (almost) 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 โ€” and she still canโ€™t jump on the back of a moving bike (she's learning!).

Best Black Friday deals in the Netherlands 2024

Looking to score some Black Friday bargains in the Netherlands in ? Weโ€™ve rounded up the top...

Learn to speak Dutch at ‘werk’ with Taalthuisโ€™s in-company courses

Confused about why your Dutch colleague laughed when you said, โ€œIk ben heetโ€ (I am hot)? Well,...

The 19 biggest differences between France and the Netherlands

France and the Netherlands may share a love of bread, the same three colours on their flags,...

How to land a sponsored job in the Netherlands in 2024

When considering getting a visa for the Netherlands, you may have wondered, "Can I just get a...

Pass the inburgering (integration) speaking exam easily with this simple method

Ah, the long-feared Dutch inburgering speaking exam: what a test! Many internationals have stepped nervously into DUO's exam...

The Dutch integration (inburgering) exam: the ultimate 2024 guide

If you need to take the Dutch inburgering (integration) exams, congrats! Youโ€™re about to go on a...

Halloween in the Netherlands: the ultimate [and spookiest] guide for 2024

Double, double, toil and trouble, Halloween in the Netherlands is just a nubble. Luckily for our American...

Banking in the Netherlands: The complete guide

Are you moving to the Netherlands or thinking of opening a Dutch bank account and not sure...