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To switch or not to switch: here’s how changing energy contracts can save you money 

Energy prices in the Netherlands are finally declining, and savvy, money-saving Dutchies are looking for the best...

A guide to Dutch hand gestures: 5 things you need to know

As if it wasn't hard enough to move to another country, learn the language, and integrate yourself...

Did you learn Dutch (or not) to move to the Netherlands? It’s time to share your voice!

Apple = appel. Hello = hallo. Insurance = …verzekering?! Learning Dutch seems easy to start, but you’ve...

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

Whether you’ve recently moved to the glorious land of stroopwafels or are considering a move in the...

How to save a ton on your Dutch energy bill this year, from the experts

Whether you’re new to the Netherlands or a bonafide tote-bag-slinging, handlebar-swinging, biertje-drinking adopted Dutchie, one thing about...

7 scenic bike paths in the Netherlands

With summer rolling around the corner and hot weather here to stay, we all want to spend...

Looking for health insurance in the Netherlands? Cigna is here to help

If you’re aiming to work, study, or live in one of the most beautiful and progressive countries...

11 creative solutions to the Dutch student housing crisis that makes us say “Why didn’t we think of that?”

Boring student rooms — no more! From repurposed churches to matchmaking, the Dutch are rethinking student housing...