Lifestyle

5 things that will surprise you when you first arrive in the Netherlands

When my husband and I were first presented with the opportunity to live in The Hague, we...

How a lack of light in the Netherlands affects your health

When winter rolls around, the days become shorter and the nights longer. Here in the Netherlands, that...

Always an expat, never a local: an international’s attempt to integrate into Dutch life

I'm a South African living in Amsterdam, here's why I'm still waiting to feel like a Dutch...

7 breathtaking places to hike in the Netherlands this winter

Winter is finally in here, which means Netflix, hot chocolate, and every reason to stay inside (yeah,...

27 ways to thrive in the gloomy Dutch weather

Dutch weather can get us down sometimes. As soon as it gets gloomy (like, 99% of the...

Why does it rain so much in the Netherlands?

If you've ever visited, lived (or still live) in the Netherlands, then you know that the weather...

Separations and divorce in the Netherlands: what does it mean for our kids? An expert’s advice

The end of a relationship is never easy. However, it can be especially difficult when there are...

The surprising challenges of using a sidewalk in the Netherlands

The Netherlands is an amazing place to live, with so many places to see and discover. But,...