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Living in the Netherlands

No credit cards!? Why won’t the Dutch just take my money?

The Dutch hate debt, credit cards, and anything associated with them β€” and they're not shy about...

Meet Factor, your fresh, chef-cooked meal delivery service

After a long day at work and a windy bike ride home, you only want to sit...

11 signs you have been successfully DutchifiedΒ (part two)

Do you enjoy Dutch directness? Are you lost without your planner? Can you not pass up a...

Now is the ideal time to upgrade your Dutch home with FlexiSpot’s birthday sale

In honour of their eighth birthday, innovative furniture company FlexiSpot just announced a celebratory sale β€” with...

Dos and don’ts of riding a bicycle in the Netherlands

Riding a bicycle in the Netherlands is one of THE main reasons why people are so happy...

The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from...

Open a Dutch bank account without a BSN at these banks

So, you need to open a Dutch bank account without a BSN? You'll be happy to hear...

11 ways to live waste-free in the Netherlands

Living waste-free isn't just a trend for eccentric, tote-bag-wearing vegans. 🌱 It’s a practice that can improve...