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7 times the Dutch did it first: fun facts from the Netherlands

The Netherlands is such a small country, and yet it has always played an important role in...

That time the Dutch conquered Britain (ja, we’re serious)

You remember learning about the Glorious Revolution in history class, right? Us neither. Don’t worry; it’s not...

8 books about the Netherlands you need to read

Grey and rainy days are no exception in the Netherlands, and there's nothing better than curling up...

Why didn’t they tell me? A guide for visiting the Netherlands

I’ve been frequenting the Lowlands for a good many years now, and when I first came over,...

7 odd Dutch quirks that show the stranger side of the Netherlands

I'm proud to be Dutch; I really am. After all, the Netherlands is a country of amazing...

9 surprisingly unsustainable Dutch habits 

You might have heard that the Netherlands is a super sustainable, climate-friendly country — a green warrior’s...

Provinces in the Netherlands: the easy guide

The Netherlands might be a small country, but don’t be fooled! The country is divided into 12...

Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy...