Society

National Remembrance Day in the Netherlands: Here’s all you need to know

National Remembrance Day in the Netherlands is dedicated to remembering those who lost their lives in World...

Murdered on May 6: Who was Pim Fortuyn, and does he still have an impact?

May 4 and May 5 are both important days in the Netherlands. The country remembers the people...

15 ways to spot an international in the Netherlands

Picture this: you’re strolling down a beautiful Dutch street when someone with zero spatial awareness bumps into...

Can the Dutch insult the royals (and get away with it?)

Soon, the whole country comes together to celebrate King's Day. However, not all Dutch people are fans...

16 ideas that make the Dutch sustainability super-heroes

The Dutch are using their creative brain-power to create innovative (and sometimes fun!) solutions to save the...

Did you know Amsterdam has a boat full of cats? Introducing De Poezenboot

Looking for something quirky and unforgettable to do in Amsterdam this week? Head straight to De Poezenboot...

We need to talk about Dutch music, even though it hurts

Imagine you’re at a bar sipping biertjes at an intimate gathering with friends, minding your own business....

14 things you’ll find in Dutch houses that make internationals go: “Wait, what?”

Love or hate them, the Dutch are fiercely unique (even though they may not dress like it). One...