Society

15 dang smart things Dutch people do

Whether it’s hot tips on saving money or getting furniture up those narrow staircases, the Dutch are...

Why the Netherlands will never have an ‘Elfstedentocht’ (Eleven Cities Tour) again

Dutch people want an Elfstedentocht in Friesland more than winning a World Cup in football or unlimited...

Why are there no public bathrooms in the Netherlands?

It's the moment we all dread: needing to use the loo when you're out and about. Why are there no public toilets in the Netherlands?

5 ways to blend in with the Dutch (when you’re obviously an international)

Living in the Netherlands and feeling a little… out of place? Between pannenkoek-eating blondes and friendly giants,...

How did the Netherlands become the first country without stray dogs?

According to the World Health Organisation, there are nearly 200 million stray dogs worldwide. Impressively, not one...

7 reasons why living in the Netherlands will change your life

I honestly can’t remember what it felt like to live outside the Netherlands. There are so many...

A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

The Netherlands officially has two languages, but in practice, it sometimes seems as if you hear many...

In need of a giggle? This American comedian perfectly explains the hilarity of learning Dutch

Ever done a double-take when someone yells "kijk uit"? Do Dutch names still tickle you? Michelle Buteau...