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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...

It’s King Willem Alexander’s birthday — let’s do some highlights!

As most of the country will be partying on the streets of the Netherlands, biertje in hand...

Opinion: why you shouldn’t “go Dutch” this Valentine’s Day

Whether or not you’ve heard the phrase "going Dutch", you probably instantly understand what this means. The...

Christmas in the Netherlands: your guide to Dutch holiday foods and celebrations

For expats in the Netherlands, December is a confusing time. Saint Nicolas, who? What about the Christmas...

Gourmetten in the Netherlands: a greasy and ‘gezellig’ Dutch dining tradition

You haven't celebrated Christmas in the Netherlands properly if you haven't done gourmetten. Gour-what-en? Exactly. If you’re the foreigner...

The secret Dutch side of Santa Claus

Sinterklaas has left the Netherlands on his steamboat and is probably recuperating by his pool in Spain....

How to eat like a Dutchie this holiday season

Christmas is right around the corner, which means it's time for feasting on Dutch delicacies! 🎄 You might...

New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Netherlands: which city is doing what in 2026?

New Year's Eve in the Netherlands is a spectacular sight to see: but with more and more...