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Dutch people turned headwind cycling into a competition — and it’s absolutely hilarious

Ever had the displeasure of cycling against the wind in the Netherlands? Well, turns out Dutch people...

Koek & zopie? Let’s talk about this mysterious Dutch ice skating snack

During my first Dutch winter, I spent a lot of time missing my seasonal favourites from home...

Where in the Netherlands is it safe to ice skate right now?

As soon as temperatures in the Netherlands drop below 0 degrees Celsius and the puddles from all...

Here’s how technology changed the iconic way the Dutch sell their flowers

Somewhere in the Dutch city of Aalsmeer, you'll find a warehouse that holds the title of one...

Dutch winter culture: time to get your skates on!

Dutch culture is known for fields of tulips, windmills, and cheese, of course! But Dutchies permanently have...

Cocaine in the Netherlands: everything you need to know 2026

Cocaine in the Netherlands is available, semi-popular, and relatively affordable. In fact, the drug and country have...

A Sexscraper? Here are Amsterdam’s plans for a new Red Light District

Amsterdam's iconic Red Light District is notorious for attracting millions of tourists to the capital's streets —...

The Dutch built cities on sinking land: how will this fare with climate change?

The Netherlands literally means "low country" and for good reason too: only about 50% of the country...