Cities

Best weed in Amsterdam: top strains & cannabis guide 2026

With hundreds of coffeeshops in Amsterdam, finding the good ones takes work. We visited 10 of the...

The 17 best coffeeshops in Amsterdam in 2026

Looking for the best coffeeshops in Amsterdam? As an international living in the Dutch capital, I’ve spent...

The best edibles and space cakes in Amsterdam: The ultimate guide for 2026

Edibles in Amsterdam are a rite of passage — and this guide covers everything you need to...

The Atlantic Wall: the remnants of Nazis on the Dutch coast

You might have noticed concrete bunkers in the dunes along The Hague's coastline, ominously pointing out toward...

The 16 best things to do in Amersfoort in 2026

Nestled near the centre of the Netherlands, you’ll find the lovely city of Amersfoort. If you’re looking...

What does the XXX on Amsterdam’s flag mean? Hint: it’s not what you think

"Why are there three Xs on Amsterdam's flag?" And "What do they mean?" If you live in...

7 things you didn’t know about The Hague

Ah, The Hague. The international city of peace and justice, home to many international institutions, and the...

You won’t believe what Rotterdam looked like before WWII (video inside!)

Discover a completely different Rotterdam from the one we know now. This colourised footage of Rotterdam before...