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.

Wait, what? Temperatures to reach up to 18 degrees this week in the Netherlands

While you may be nursing a runny nose and a chill after the weather this weekend, you should opt for a lighter jacket this...

The biggest changes to the Dutch integration exam (KNM) in 2025

The Dutch integration exam has gotten a serious makeover this year. Gone are the days of being quizzed on whether to congratulate your neighbour...

Code yellow in west of Netherlands on Monday: watch out for strong winds

If you live in Zeeland, South Holland or North Holland, then your Monday is getting off to a particularly bad start this week. No,...

Amsterdam’s canal houses: why are they so wonderfully weird?

Images of Amsterdam's much-loved narrow and wonky canal houses have shaped the world’s perception of Dutch architecture. So how did we end up with...

Tourists just can’t get enough of Utrecht’s “bike jams”

"De Keukenhof is cool and all, but have you seen Utrecht's cycle lanes during rush hour!?" Apparently, this is a conversation among many German...

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