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The Netherlands has a new coalition: Here’s how it affects internationals and expats

Following the general elections in November 2023, Dutch political parties have finally formed a coalition agreement. But what does it have in store for internationals and expats? Outlined in a 26-page...
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People often think of the Netherlands as a small, prosperous, forward-thinking country. But beyond the picturesque bikes, windmills, and tulips lays a dark...
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Stunning colourised footage of Rotterdam before WWII (video inside!)

Discover a completely different Rotterdam from the one we know now. This colourised footage of Rotterdam before the war offers a unique glimpse...
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Remembering the bombing of Rotterdam on May 14

Just ten days after the yearly Dutch commemoration that is Dodenherdenking (Remembrance Day) and Bevrijdingsdag (Liberation Day), the inhabitants of Rotterdam have another infamous...
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At this bank you can ACTUALLY earn 4% on your savings

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Sick and tired of savings accounts that serve you a big, fat 0% in interest? Well, we've got exciting news for you, as this new bank is offering the highest interest rates available in...
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Discover Holafly: The ultimate eSIM for travelling in the Netherlands

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Bursting with features such as unlimited data and connectivity upon arrival, Holafly is one of the best travel eSIM options for tourists en route to the Netherlands. 🤳🏼✈️ Whilst it’s exciting making plans to tiptoe...
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This online savings platform is the solution to the Netherlands’ stingy savings rates

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While interest rates in the Netherlands are finally rising after years of sitting at an all-time low, when we look abroad, Dutch bank accounts still don't have much to offer to savers!  For those of...
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8 top pieces to upgrade your home office in the Netherlands

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The majority of us in the Netherlands have seen our workweek change significantly over the past few years. How? We now spend a large amount of our time working from the good ol’ home...
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Like a native: 21 ways to elevate your everyday Dutch phrases

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Whether your feet have just touched Dutch soil or you have been living in the Netherlands for 20 years — the prospect of learning this wonderfully guttural language can be a scary one.  As an...
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At this bank you can ACTUALLY earn 4% on your savings

Sick and tired of savings accounts that serve you a big, fat 0% in interest? Well, we've got exciting news for you, as...
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Discover Holafly: The ultimate eSIM for travelling in the Netherlands

Bursting with features such as unlimited data and connectivity upon arrival, Holafly is one of the best travel eSIM options for tourists en...
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This online savings platform is the solution to the Netherlands’ stingy savings rates

While interest rates in the Netherlands are finally rising after years of sitting at an all-time low, when we look abroad, Dutch bank...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2024 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers a number of challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself — and you've beat them all!...
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The best SIM-only plans in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Whether you’ve just stepped off the plane at Schiphol, or have been in the Netherlands for a while, you may be debating whether...
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Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Hoera, you’ve landed in the Netherlands, tried your first stroopwafel, and now you’re looking for the perfect unlimited data plan to power your...
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From the lowlands to Leuven: take a trip to the fantastic Flemish city

With its rich history, lively culture, and captivating architecture, the Belgian town of Leuven offers a perfect...
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10 unique things about Rotterdam

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Stunning colourised footage of Rotterdam before WWII (video inside!)

Discover a completely different Rotterdam from the one we know now. This colourised footage of Rotterdam before the war offers a unique glimpse into the city's former image.  On May 14,...
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11 iconic things to do in Volendam in 2024

Volendam is packed full of things to do to channel your inner, traditional Dutchie. The historical...
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18 charming things to do in Haarlem

So, you’ve found your way to Haarlem, Netherlands, otherwise known as ‘little Amsterdam’. However, now that you’ve...
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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...
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Is smoking weed in Amsterdam legal? (+ 7 best coffeeshops!)

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