Society

What is a ‘roepnaam’? One of the best Dutch quirks explained

Why is it that we, as Dutchies, often assume that the way we do things is the...

Wild swimming in the Netherlands: the best spots for a dip

When I was housesitting in Amsterdam's IJburg neighbourhood, I started wild swimming. 🌊 The house was located right...

Cycling like a Dutchie? First, you have to pass their bike exam!

We all know that the Dutch love their bikes, and they love cycling. However, we were a...

11 gross things Dutch people do

All humans have a tendency to be quite revolting sometimes — but we’re only here to point...

15 dang smart things Dutch people do

Whether it’s hot tips on how to save money or how to get furniture up those narrow...

9 tourist traps in the Netherlands (and the best alternatives)

We've no doubt all heard about tourist traps in the Netherlands and Amsterdam, and many of us...

15 weirdly cute things Dutch people do

The Dutch are known for being direct, stingy, and innovative — but they can also be surprisingly...

14 downright stingy things Dutch people do

Lovable as the Dutch are, it won’t come as a surprise to anyone that they have a...