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Simple, smart, secure: How bunq’s trading feature makes investing easy

Interest rates in the Netherlands (and the rest of the world) keep dropping while living costs keep...

The best neighbourhoods in Utrecht: The 2026 guide

Wondering where to live in Utrecht? We set out to find you the best neighbourhoods (and yes,...

13 best coffeeshops in Den Haag: Where to smoke weed in 2026

South Holland joint enjoyers, don’t underestimate the coffeeshops in Den Haag! Behind the city’s formal facade lies...

How to learn Dutch: the ultimate guide (by people who learned!)

Is the year that you will finally learn Dutch? The year that you will finally move...

7 things to know before surfing the web on your mobile in the Netherlands

Whether you’re looking for super-fast 5G coverage, ironclad data protection, or an affordable prepaid/SIM-only plan, there’s a...

Online payments in the Netherlands: Everything you should know about choosing your payment method

Whether you’re paying your rent, topping up your OV-chipkaart, or treating yourself to some cheeky online shopping,...

7 fun and practical tips to help expat children integrate seamlessly into Dutch life

Our son Stefan (then 10 years old) never, ever wanted to move to the Netherlands. He was...

The Netherlands has one of the highest crypto tax rates in the world: Here’s what you should know

With Bitcoin reaching a new all-time high and the new US president bringing out his own “meme-coin”,...