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Living in the Netherlands

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,...

How to take control of your Dutch utility bills in 5 simple steps

A white envelope drops at your doorstep, or a bill summary finds its way to your inbox,...

5 things to know about the Dutch student housing crisis

We hear about it all year round because the student housing crisis in the Netherlands is quite...

This online savings platform is the solution to the Netherlands’ stingy savings rates

While interest rates in the Netherlands are finally rising after years of sitting at an all-time low,...

Am I eligible to get a mortgage in the Netherlands?

If you’re thinking of buying a house in the Netherlands as an international, the first question that...

17 ideas that make the Dutch sustainability super-heroes

The Dutch are using their creative brain-power to create innovative (and sometimes fun!) solutions to save the...

How to survive a ‘hospiteeravond’: expectations, tips, and tricks

Are you a student looking to rent a room in the Netherlands? Then chances are that you’ll...

Mental health in Dutch workplaces: an expert’s tips (and signs of a top employer)

Moving to the winding canals and quaint windmills of the Netherlands can be the adventure of a...