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Should I use a mediator when ending a relationship in the Netherlands? Here’s an expert’s opinion

✍🏻 Written by Stephanie Hasselaar-Veltkamp, divorce lawyer at GMW lawyers. Ending a relationship is never easy, especially when...

Dutch traits: 5 things that make you realise you are becoming a bit Dutch

Often, even after living in the Netherlands for a while, you notice yourself adopting some Dutch traits....

Why more expats are ditching Amsterdam for smaller Dutch cities

For years, Amsterdam has reigned supreme as the Netherlands' darling among expats, with its bustling streets, historic...

Where to read Dutch news in English: the best outlets

Do you want to keep up with Dutch news in English? We know the struggle: it’s not...

7 practical questions about smoking weed in Amsterdam, answered

So, you’re planning a trip to an Amsterdam coffeeshop but don’t quite know where to start?  If you’re...

We tried out the Netherlands’ new LEGAL weed in Almere: Here’s what we thought

Did you know that weed isn't legal in the Netherlands? Surprising, right? But for the first time...

7 bizarre things about being German and working in the Netherlands

Germany and the Netherlands might not be polar opposites, but if you’ve had the pleasure of working...

13 best coffeeshops in Den Haag: Where to smoke weed in 2026

South Holland joint enjoyers, don’t underestimate the coffeeshops in Den Haag! Behind the city’s formal facade lies...