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The best places to swim outdoors in Amsterdam to beat the heat

Dutch summer is so... damp. If you're not shaking rain from your umbrella, you're mopping sweat from...

A friendly guide to Dutch accents and dialects in the Netherlands

The Netherlands officially has two languages, but in practice, it sometimes seems as if you hear many...

Should you hire a dismissal lawyer in the Netherlands? Here’s 6 times that answer is yes

Let's be honest: when you lose your job in the Netherlands, calling a lawyer probably isn't the...

What is a tropenrooster? Why Dutch schools send kids home early in a heat wave (and what parents can do)

A tropenrooster is a hot-weather school timetable that sends pupils home early, and right now, with a heat wave...

How to beat the Dutch heat: 11 tips to keep your cool

Temperatures are rising, the sun is blasting, and the sweat is trickling down our backs. Welcome to...

Starting a business in the Netherlands as an expat: the practical checklist

Setting up a business in the Netherlands as an expat is entirely doable, but it requires ticking...

VPNs in the Netherlands: The ultimate 2026 guide

The Netherlands’ fastest and most reliable VPNs enable you to protect your privacy online, access region-locked content,...

14 dang smart ways to save on energy costs in the Netherlands [UPDATED 2026]

Struggling with a hefty energy bill? No problem! Here are 10 easy steps you can take to cut down those costs.