Society

5 personality traits that the Brits could learn from the Dutch

What could the Dutchies possibly have to teach the Brits? We'd never generalise, but the stereotypes (on...

13 things living in Amsterdam has taught me

Living abroad teaches you lessons, and Amsterdam hands you a test before you’ve even found a place...

That time a Dutch tourist accidentally became a celebrity in Georgia

If you’re dreaming of fame, you might not need to try too hard. Put down your guitar...

That time a woman from The Hague saw people as dragons (until her rare diagnosis)

In the Netherlands, the most common explanation for seeing people as dragons involves a trip to Amsterdam...

Gezellig: an essential Dutch concept

During your time in the Netherlands, you've probably heard the word gezellig being used. Dutchies are very...

Ever wondered how the Dutch ditch their Christmas trees? Here’s how (photos inside!)

Where do all the Christmas trees in the Netherlands go after the holidays? Unfortunately, it's not to...

9 Dutch birthday traditions that’ll confuse the heck out of internationals

First time celebrating a birthday in the Netherlands? Gefeliciteerd! Birthdays are a special event in every culture and...

How to survive the Dutch winter: clothing, will to live, and more

Knowing how to prepare for a Dutch winter can be daunting, especially if you’re completely unfamiliar with...