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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...

“Verjaardagskring”: A guide to surviving the circle of death at Dutch birthday parties

Ah, the verjaardagskring. If you're not Dutch, you might be wondering, "Is that a ritual? A secret...

What your favourite Dutch mode of transport says about you

The Netherlands has truckers, horse riders, hikers, bikers, chronic Uber-ers, and those who simply avoid the hassle...

15 dang smart things Dutch people do

Whether it’s hot tips on saving money or getting furniture up those narrow staircases, the Dutch are...

Why the Netherlands will never have an ‘Elfstedentocht’ (Eleven Cities Tour) again

Dutch people want an Elfstedentocht in Friesland more than winning a World Cup in football or unlimited...

Why are there no public bathrooms in the Netherlands?

It's the moment we all dread: needing to use the loo when you're out and about. Why are there no public toilets in the Netherlands?

This former Dutch queen used crystal meth while in power

When we think of crystal meth, we usually picture people roughing it on the streets, not an...

So, you moved to the Netherlands for love! (Welcome, but…)

You've just moved to the Netherlands for love and are ready to live out your Dutch fairytale....