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Becoming a freelancer in the Netherlands: The 2025 ZZPer guide

Dreaming of quitting your job and becoming a freelancer in the Netherlands? It sounds like you may...

Where to live in Amsterdam: the 2025 neighbourhood guide

So you’re moving to Amsterdam? Excellent choice! It's a great city that thrives with energy, history, and...

5 things we wish we knew about utilities in the Netherlands

You’ve braved the Dutch housing market and secured your dream home, and now it’s finally time to...

After one year in the Netherlands, this is what I’ve learned

I arrived on these shores just over a year ago, and the Dutch lifestyle has already taught...

7 practical questions about smoking weed in Amsterdam, answered

So, you’re planning a trip to an Amsterdam coffeeshop but don’t quite know where to start?  If you’re...

Natural ice skating in the Netherlands: where to go and what to bring

Do what the Dutch do best. Grab your skates and hit the natural ice rinks! Here's all...

Moving to Utrecht: everything you need to know about living in Utrecht in 2024

If Amsterdam is the blood of the Netherlands, and The Hague is the brains, then Utrecht is...

Energy prices in the Netherlands: what’s changing in 2024

Many changes are coming to the Netherlands in 2024, including to the energy market. So, how will...