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Did the Dutch really buy New York for 24 dollars? 

Have you ever wondered how New Amsterdam came to be New York? Why did the Dutch buy...

11 best places for high tea in Amsterdam: The deluxe guide

Nibbling on the best high tea in Amsterdam will make you forget all about that brunching fad....

Odd Dutch quirks: things Dutchies do, but won’t ever admit to

Dutchies do some pretty weird things sometimes — and no, I'm not talking about visiting the Red...

Bitterballen uncovered: What’s really inside the Netherlands’ favourite snack?

Two things are known about bitterballen: that they're legally required to be on the menu of every...

‘Friet’ or ‘patat’? The ultimate guide to Dutch fries

The humble Dutch fries. In a nation known for fierce and unadulterated debates, the Dutch will disregard...

Afrikaans and Dutch: the differences and similarities

Afrikaans and Dutch — what is the connection? Are these two languages as similar as they're rumoured...

I lived in a former Dutch prison: here’s what it was like

One innovative response to the housing crisis hitting students in Amsterdam was to convert a former prison...

17 Dutch towns with the funniest names

The Netherlands has countless cities and villages, each with its unique atmosphere. While some towns have gained...