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Celebrating Easter in the Netherlands: all you need to know

From Sinterklaas to Koningsdag, the Netherlands can be quite a festive place (perhaps to distract from the...

The 11 best authentic Dutch villages that you have to visit

Looking for an authentic Dutch village to visit for a day trip outside of Amsterdam? There are...

11 of the best hotels for an epic stay in Amsterdam

Whatever brings you to the Dutch capital, whether it’s an epic stag night or a romantic couple’s...

Ice-skating rinks in the Netherlands: Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and beyond

Looking for the best ice-skating rinks in the Netherlands? One of the most festive ways to enjoy...

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...

Celebrating Carnival in the Netherlands: your ultimate guide

Carnival in the Netherlands in 2024: all you need to know about the drinking, weird language, when...

Holidays in the Netherlands: when are the public, national, and school holidays in 2024?

There are holidays of cultural, religious and historical significance throughout the year in the Netherlands — but...

The ultimate guide to tulip season in the Netherlands in 2024

Hoera — buds are growing, the days are getting longer, and spring will soon be knocking at...