Society

Calvinism in the Netherlands: why are the Dutch so Calvinist in nature?

Travelling around the Netherlands, you'll spot tons of beautiful churches, and meet people living simply and modestly...

How Dutch are you? Take the quiz!

Are you a bitterballen-eating, fiets-riding, orange-wearing Nederlander? Or are you just plodding along in the land of...

The asylum crisis in the Netherlands: here’s the rundown

The Dutch asylum system is slowly crumbling and putting people in unsafe living conditions — often for...

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

An Elfstedentocht in Friesland, the Netherlands is what the Dutch people want more than winning a World...

The best apps for ordering food in the Netherlands

It's raining, it's pouring... and you might be looking for an easy way to get a delicious...

Becoming a father? Here’s everything you need to know about paternity leave in the Netherlands in 2025

What an exciting time! Are you becoming a father soon, or hoping for it in the near...

Cocaine in the Netherlands: everything you need to know 2025

Cocaine in the Netherlands is available, semi-popular, and relatively affordable. In fact, the drug and country have...

Truffles and magic mushrooms in the Netherlands: all you need for a psychedelic trip 2025

Have you always wanted to try truffles in the Netherlands? Or are you just curious about what...