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!).

Housing & rental scams in the Netherlands: the ultimate red flag guide

Finding housing in the Netherlands can be ridiculously hard — and there's a minefield of scams to dodge along the way. Even if you think...

How long does the integration process in the Netherlands take? 

Most people who are required to integrate in the Netherlands have three years to complete the inburgering process. That said, plenty of people finish...

What language level is the Dutch integration (inburgering) exam in 2026?

You know you need to take the Dutch integration exam, but is the level A2? B1? Something else completely? It’s normal to be confused,...

Banking in the Netherlands: The complete guide

Are you moving to the Netherlands or thinking of opening a Dutch bank account, and not sure what to expect? Don't stress, while banking...

Tipping in Amsterdam: all you need to know [UPDATED 2026]

Lost about tipping in Amsterdam? Received the bill and have no idea what to pay? I feel you. Coming from Australia, I had no idea...

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