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Why don’t the Dutch like to use curtains?

Dutch culture is notoriously open-minded. Controversial topics such as abortion, drug use, euthanasia, homosexuality and prostitution are...
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Lifestyle

12 realisations every expat in the Netherlands can relate to

There’s a saying that goes, “celebrate the little moments because one day you’ll look back and realise...
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Learn Dutch

Learning Dutch and sick of people switching to English? This app would never

One of the plagues of learning Dutch is rehearsing something in your head, working up the nerve...
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Culture

5 weird things Dutch landlords do that are somehow completely legal

While renting in the Netherlands generally comes with tenant protection, there's still plenty of legal wiggle room...
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Household

eSIMs in the Netherlands: how they work, who they’re for, and when to consider one

Dutch eSIMs have vastly simplified the process of getting connected — and if you haven't considered making...
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Banking

Moving to the Netherlands: all you need to know in 2026

So you’re thinking of taking the leap and moving to the Netherlands? Congrats! Whether you're relocating for...
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Learn Dutch

The inburgeringsexamen: 8 questions answered

Whether you're legally obliged to take it or you're doing it voluntarily on your path to a...
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Culture

Afrikaans and Dutch: the differences and similarities

Afrikaans and Dutch — what is the connection? Are these two languages as similar as they're rumoured...
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