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Wildlife in the Netherlands: a Dutch safari

Ever thought about taking yourself on a Dutch safari? You'd be surprised by the kind of wildlife...

The pilgrims in Leiden: Where were the pilgrims before they sailed to America?

The pilgrims in Leiden were a religious group that escaped from England and came to live in...

Why are the Dutch called the Dutch?

Have you ever wondered why the Dutch are called "Dutch"? You might be surprised by the word's...

Why I love Haarlem: a local’s guide to the Spaarnestad

No matter how many times I tell my friends I live in Haarlem, every time we chat,...

19 damn freakin’ annoying things Dutch people do

We put our heads together and asked for your help to compile the ultimate list of the most vervelende (annoying) things Dutch people do. 

7 things the Dutch don’t talk about, but should

There are some things the Dutch don't talk about that they really, really should. What on earth is...

What do you call a person from The Hague? The origin story of Hagenees vs Hagenaar

As one of the most important cities in the Netherlands (Amsterdammers, fight me), it’s no wonder The...

In the Netherlands it’s legal to offer driving lessons in exchange for…sex?

Driving lessons can be pricey, but apparently the Netherlands has an alternate payment plan available: a ride...