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Dutch culture meets US politics: have you met President Martin van Buren?

In the 19th century, Martin van Buren, a man of Dutch descent served as the eighth President...
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Culture

New Amsterdam: the Dutch settlement that became New York

Back in their glory days, the Dutch were busy going around the globe, stealing spices and resources,...
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Living in the Netherlands

5 myths about weed in the Netherlands

Alright, let’s roll up those sleeves and get to business. Time to grow some weed! Oh wait…...
Martijn Van Veen -
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Culture

On this day in 1963, Dutch exporters became millionaires overnight (thanks to one clever decision)

Forget today's Wall Street traders doing sneaky insider trading — back in the 60s, Dutch exporters had...
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9 things to know before coming to the Netherlands: a survival guide

The Netherlands is a wonderful place to live, especially for internationals. But that doesn't mean there aren't...
Stuart Billinghurst -
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Banking

Transaction declined: Why don’t my bank cards work in the Netherlands?

In the Netherlands, cash isn’t king — debit cards are. But, while cash is also widely accepted,...
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Culture

Worm hotels in the Netherlands: an eco-friendly approach to community building

Community composting is taking off in the Netherlands. So far, its effectiveness in addressing food waste has...
Brin Andrews -
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Art

Wereldmuseum Leiden lets you explore African culture in a whole new light

Whether you’re looking to escape the rain, want to learn about African culture, or doing research for...
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