Sarah O'Leary 🇮🇪

Before becoming the Senior Editor of DutchReview, Sarah was a fresh-faced international looking to learn more about the Netherlands. Since moving here in 2017, Sarah has added a BA in English and Philosophy (Hons.), an MA in Literature (Hons.), and over five years of writing experience at DutchReview to her skillset. When Sarah isn't acting as a safety threat to herself and others (cycling), you can find her trying to sound witty while writing about some of the stickier topics such as mortgages and Dutch law.

Dutch police shoot 15-year-old boy dead following fatbike robbery

Yesterday, a 15-year-old boy was shot dead by Dutch police outside a McDonald's in Capelle aan den IJssel. According to the NOS, the boy...

Taalthuis turns 20 this year: Here’s why this Dutch language school stands out

Twenty years ago, Margreet van 't Haaff had a simple idea: make learning Dutch fun for internationals. Fast-forward to 2025, and Taalthuis has become...

This free webinar will tell you how to buy a house in the Netherlands (without losing your mind)

Thinking of buying a home in the Netherlands but feeling completely overwhelmed by the Dutch housing market? You're not alone, and help is coming...

In Amsterdam you can buy a “hallway” for a quarter of a million euros

If someone turned to you and said they bought a property in Amsterdam for €250,000, you probably wouldn't believe them. However, if they clarified...

Art meets science at Leiden’s Days of Art&Science festival (and you don’t want to miss it!)

Ever wondered what happens when you throw art and science together? Magic. The Days of Art&Science festival is returning to Leiden from September 15 to 21,...

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