Society

A Sexscraper? Here are Amsterdam’s plans for a new Red Light District

Amsterdam's iconic Red Light District is notorious for attracting millions of tourists to the capital's streets —...

The Dutch built cities on sinking land: how will this fare with climate change?

The Netherlands literally means "low country" and for good reason too: only about 50% of the country...

Who is Geert Wilders? 7 questions about the controversial Dutch election winner

The news of Geert Wilders’s victory in the recent Dutch elections has been making headlines worldwide.  To many...

Joran van der Sloot: the story of a Dutch killer

How did an 18-year-old boy from the Dutch city of Arnhem become the number one criminal on...

5 reasons the Netherlands is the best place to live for expat families

The Netherlands is the best place to live for expat families? It's true! The land of stroopwafels...

How do the Dutch feel about climate change?

Wind turbines to ensure clean energy? Sure, but not in our backyard. Driving electric cars? Yeah, maybe...

The miracle cure-all? Everything you need to know about CBD in the Netherlands

CBD in the Netherlands is hyped, affordable, and widely available. Chances are that you have heard of...

Visiting a coffeeshop in Amsterdam: etiquette, tips and tricks for first timers

Ever thought about visiting a coffeeshop in Amsterdam but don’t quite know where to start? Don’t fret, you’ve...