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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...

Online grocery shopping: a guide to Dutch grocery delivery services

With everything slowly moving online, from doing your job to finding the love of your life, it’s...

Live in the Netherlands, learn in English, and become an international citizen at The British School

With an increasingly international community in the Netherlands, there’s a need for fitting, high-quality education with a...

How to calculate your utility costs in the Netherlands

Sure, some surprises can be fun, if they’re good. What’s not fun is being surprised by sky-high...

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

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

Switching utility providers in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

So, you've managed to secure your dream home in the Netherlands and bravely fought the bitter fight...

9 things to know before coming to the Netherlands: a survival guide

The Netherlands is a wonderful place to live, especially for internationals. But that doesn't mean there aren't...

Dutch sororities and fraternities: yep, they exist (and are echt bizarre)

Hold up — sororities and fraternities in the Netherlands? Isn’t that an American thing? Well, it’s complicated,...