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Four ways the Dutch and Swedes are the same (but different)

The Dutch and the Swedes have a few things in common, but of course, they're not quite...
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Dutch Quirk #9: Drink copious amounts of coffee at work

Ok, picture this. You're at the office, the clock reads 12:42, and you're fired up like one...
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7 ways Dutchies and Italians are more alike than you think

At first glance, Italians and the Dutch seem worlds apart, shaped by different histories, climates, and habits,...
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In need of a giggle? This American comedian perfectly explains the hilarity of learning Dutch

Ever done a double-take when someone yells "kijk uit!"? Or do Dutch names still tickle you? Michelle...
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3 things we don’t like about the aftermath of King’s Day festivities

It’s the day after King's Day, and unless you live under a rock, you probably had some...
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Dutch architecture in South Africa you can still see today

It’s easy to spot Dutch architecture in the Cape of South Africa thanks to these two nations'...
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I had to pay €4 to use a toilet on King’s Day — and I’m pissed

Listen, I know that there are worse things in the world, but let me rant for a...
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Pillarisation — or why do the Dutch have big windows

Pillarisation (verzuiling in Dutch) is one of the most distinctive — and fascinating — characteristics of Dutch...
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