Society

7 ways you can level up your Dutch life with a personal OV chip card

Who doesn’t love a bargain? Getting a personal OV chipkaart for travelling the Netherlands is fast, relatively...

Dutch emergency numbers you should know in the Netherlands

So you're in the Netherlands and you come across an emergency! What shall you do? Here is...

Waste separation in the Netherlands: why it’s the best

The Netherlands is one of the most sustainable countries in the world, with one of the best...

Lights, camera, action: The Leiden International Film Festival is back in 2022!

Grab some hot, buttery popcorn and your favourite slushie, because the Leiden International Film Festival is officially...

How Dutch design became a pinnacle (and what to expect in the future)

In everything from fashion to industrial design, Dutch design has been characterised by both minimalism and unconventionality....

Dinner in the Netherlands: traditions, dishes and restaurants

Dinner is an important aspect of any country's culture. The Dutch, like in other aspects of their...

The easy guide to the Dutch nitrogen crisis, farmers’ protests, and more

You’ve probably heard of the Dutch nitrogen crisis and understood that something major is changing in Dutch...

This Dutch-born dating app is your best bet for finding love at first swipe

Let’s face it. Dating as an international in the Netherlands isn’t easy. Sometimes, Tinder, Bumble and the...