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The tunnel under the River IJ: will this giant spiral get cyclists in Amsterdam across the river?

A proposal to build a tunnel with a giant spiral entrance connecting Amsterdam Central Station and Amsterdam...

The list of most expensive cities for expats is out — but where is Amsterdam?

Close your eyes and consider this question: on a global list of 200 cities, how expensive is...

Hot, dry summer ahead as Amsterdam considers promoting wild swimming in canals

The Netherlands is due a hot summer this year, and with many people planning to stay in the...

Dutch bars and restaurants make room for social-distancing life by spilling onto streets

Restaurants and bars across the Netherlands are rushing to get ready for June 1, when they can...

Amsterdam exceptionalism: why the Dutch capital might be the last to relax coronavirus restrictions

In the Netherlands, social distancing measures seem to be doing their job, as death rates stay fairly...

Will coronavirus change Amsterdam’s tourism policies?

In recent years, Amsterdam has been overrun by tourists, and local residents have been feeling overwhelmed. Will coronavirus change how...

The straight white friend who was actually gay

The Netherlands: a safe haven for queers, an incredibly culturally diverse nation and a place where all...

Airbnb’d in the Netherlands? You too could get a hefty refund after lawsuit finds Airbnb broke Dutch law

A court in Amsterdam delivered a ruling in which Airbnb was found to have broken Dutch law...