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The Dutch school system for dummies: a guide from one parent to another

If you haven't grown up in the Netherlands but find yourself raising a young family here, sending...

WorldPride Amsterdam 2026: your complete guide to parties, events, and the Canal Parade

For the first time ever, Amsterdam is hosting WorldPride, and it's turning the city into a nine-day...

Trans healthcare in the Netherlands: The ultimate guide in 2026

Navigating trans healthcare in the Netherlands can appear overwhelming, but accessing gender-affirming care is possible — if...

6 ways international schools differ from Dutch state schools

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the biggest decisions you'll face as an...

9 top pieces to upgrade your home office in the Netherlands

Most people in the Netherlands have seen their workweeks change significantly over the past few years. How?...

The best SIM-only plans in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Whether you’ve just stepped off the plane at Schiphol or have been in the Netherlands for a...

Here’s how to smash the Dutch integration exam, stress-free

The Dutch integration exam: feared, made fun of, and heavily debated. However, the time might come when...

Are you homesick in the Netherlands? Here’s what you can do about it

A lot of us are familiar with homesickness: the lurching, grapple-at-your-heart ache when you long to be...