Society

19 super annoying things internationals do in the Netherlands

As an international in the Netherlands, you might think some things the Dutch do are annoying —...

Why does the Netherlands love orange? The full explainer

Ever wondered why the Dutch wear orange to pretty much any national occasion when the colour is...

20 hilarious Dutch memes that will have you choking on your bitterballen

Who doesn't love a good meme? They're not only funny, they can also help cope with the...

Dutch clogs: the traditional wooden shoes of the Netherlands

Visit any Dutch tourist shop and you’ll see this national symbol on keychains, magnets, clothes — you...

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...

Seagulls in the Netherlands: villains, yet protected by law

Ah, seagulls — the ultimate winged villains. Always ready to fly down and reign chaos on unsuspecting...

Dutch bikes are superior, here’s why (VIDEO INSIDE)

It's no secret that Dutchies have a thing for cycling. Their love of bikes is no fling...

8 weird things about dying in the Netherlands

So, you’re planning on dying in the Netherlands. Well, not so much planning as…. you know, planning...