Vlad Moca-Grama

Vlad was born and raised in Brasov, Romania and came to the Hague to study. When he isn't spending time missing mountains or complaining about the lack of urban exploration locations in the Netherlands, you can find him writing at Dutch Review.

Van hier tot Tokio: a history of Dutch-Japanese relations

Dutch-Japanese relations have a long and interesting history determined by commerce, trade, and war. Here's a glimpse into the 400 years the Netherlands and...

The best hash in Amsterdam: top coffeeshops and strains for 2026 2026

When it comes to cannabis in the Netherlands, most people go straight for weed — but let’s not forget its smoother, often underrated cousin:...

Whit Sunday and Monday 2026: your guide to Pentecost in the Netherlands

The spring season comes with all sorts of public holidays in the Netherlands, and Pentecost is right at the top of that list. Pentecost (also...

The Atlantic Wall: the remnants of Nazis on the Dutch coast

You might have noticed concrete bunkers in the dunes along The Hague's coastline, ominously pointing out toward the sea. What's up with these bunkers...

Photo report: the Netherlands at war, 1940-1945

This year marks 80 years since the end of World War II. Although it has been almost a century, the war left an indelible...

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