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7 ways life in the UK is drastically different to life in the Netherlands

The quantity of beer consumed aside, how does life in the Netherlands compare to life in the...

7 things I’ve learned since becoming an expat in the Netherlands

Moving and living in a new country isn't without its challenges, but perhaps the hardest challenge of...

The 18 most magnificent lakes in the Netherlands (near Amsterdam and beyond)

Here’s our guide to the best lakes in the Netherlands! Whatever lake-loving adventure you’re after, we’re here...

7 places to live near Amsterdam: the ultimate guide

Looking for the best places to live near Amsterdam? We get it.  So the inevitable happened: you spent...

Worm hotels in the Netherlands: an eco-friendly approach to community building

Community composting is taking off in the Netherlands. So far, its effectiveness in addressing food waste has...

Renting a boat in the Netherlands: all you need to know

One thing's certain about the Netherlands: there's loads and loads of water. And where there's water, there...

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....

Bike fishing: a Dutch occupation you never knew existed

Bike riding, bike commuting, bike delivering, bike...fishing? It's no news that the Netherlands is a bike country....