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This 1950s video introducing the world to the Netherlands is pure vintage wholesomeness

Ah, the glorious and almighty Netherlands! One of the great things about living in a country is...

Hiking in Amsterdam: top 7 places for wandelen near the city

Hiking and Amsterdam are two words that are not often paired — but that didn't stop us...

Meet Mata Hari: the famous Dutch First World War “spy”

Though the world knows her by her stage name Mata Hari, she was actually born Margaretha Geertruida...

Who are the Dolle Mina’s? The Dutch feminist group is back

Who run the world? As Beyoncé wisely said, girls. But which ones paved the way? The answer...

The narrowest houses in Amsterdam: everything you need to know

Amsterdam’s architecture is unique and varied. You’ll find tall houses, historic houses, slanted houses, and even sinking...

That time a Dutch tourist accidentally became a celebrity in Georgia

If you’re dreaming of fame, you might not need to try too hard. Put down your guitar...

How the Dutch raise their kids to be independent

It's just another weekday for Dutch children: As their parents wave goodbye from a distance, they make...

Here are the most obscure dating apps people use to find love in the Randstad

Living in a country where the infrastructure is designed to isolate, it’s no wonder people struggle to...