Simone Jacobs

Originally from South Africa, Simone is having fun navigating the Dutch language, steep stairs, and bicycles (which she still manages to fall off of with her short, non-Dutch legs). An animal lover at heart, Simone can typically be found under her (growing?) mound of cats, where she uses the opportunity to read, write, and watch video compilations of creatures.

New fear unlocked: Dutch family finds TWO-METRE-LONG snake in their barbecue

Ahh, it’s a bright sunny day — the perfect day for a nice barbecue. Surprise! That’s not a stukje worst, it’s a snake! 😳 A...

Surf’s up: Amsterdam on the lookout for daredevil ‘metro surfer’

Is that the new 007 surfing the top of the metro in Amsterdam? Nee, that is just a man crazy enough to think he...

NS announces more train track work throughout the Netherlands

If you’re travelling by train, best keep an eye on the NS app for updates as more train track maintenance starting this year will...

Step aside, Zurich: Amsterdam was just named the MOST expensive city in Europe

If you’re looking for a cheap weekend getaway, Amsterdam is a Dutch city that you probably won’t be choosing any time soon. 🫣 The annual...

One Dutch cat just FLOODED a town hall this weekend (yes, you read that right!)

Ever wondered how much damage one cat can cause? Nee? Well, a certain tomcat decided to show us by wreaking havoc in a Dutch...

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