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Losing your job in the Netherlands: what you should know (and the next steps)

So you’ve lost your job in the Netherlands — yep, that sucks. Of course, after drowning your...

9 things you need to know about Dutch health insurance as an international

Whether you’ve recently moved to the Netherlands or are considering a move in the near future, it’s...

11 things no one tells you about living in the Netherlands for the first time

Before you move to a new country, the Netherlands or otherwise, you are sure to be showered...

Going Dutch? Why ING’s payment requests are the way to go

We’ve all heard of the term “going Dutch,” the classic practice of splitting the bill after a...

Why don’t the Dutch say sorry?

Coming from England, I have the habit of saying "sorry" even if someone runs over my foot...

12 weird laws the Netherlands still has in 2025

In a country that's described as overly bureaucratic, it's not surprising that the Netherlands controls some things...

The 19 biggest differences between Germany and the Netherlands

Germany and the Netherlands are (really) old neighbours.  They share historical ties, a love for beer, loads of...

This Surfshark VPN Black Friday deal will have you streaming securely and snagging the best bargains

You’ve probably heard all about the benefits of VPNs (virtual private networks), now we’re here with another...