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We asked readers about their experiences with the infamous Dutch directness

Ahhh, the infamous Dutch directness: is it a stereotype, or is it accurate? Should it even be...

The Dutch Bible Belt: What’s that all about?

The Netherlands is a progressive, innovative, forward-thinking country… with its very own deeply religious bible belt. 🙏🏻 Yup,...

9 things to expect as an expat mother in the Netherlands

Motherhood in the Netherlands can be quite different from what you might anticipate. Here are some things...

5 mistakes that will get your bike stolen in the Netherlands

Got a bike in the Netherlands? Congrats, you've just entered the national sport of bike theft. With...

15 ways to spot an international in the Netherlands

Picture this: you’re strolling down a beautiful Dutch street when someone with zero spatial awareness bumps into...

14 things you’ll find in Dutch houses that make internationals go: “Wait, what?”

Love or hate them, the Dutch are fiercely unique (even though they may not dress like it). One...

5 things you won’t miss if you leave the Netherlands

While I always try to look for the positive in life, I will admit that a part...

Queers in the Netherlands: FLINTA is the acronym you need to know

As the first country to legalise same-sex marriage, the Netherlands has long been considered one of the...