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This Dutch family selling luxe villa want their profits to help new home-buyers

When life deals you a good hand (ahem, living in a luxe villa worth around a million), you might easily lose touch with reality. Not if you're René and Helma...
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The one where the cast of Friends tried to speak Dutch — and failed

It may come as no surprise that the most popular sitcom of the 1990s, Friends, was also a hit in the Netherlands. But...
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Celebrating Easter in the Netherlands: all you need to know

From Sinterklaas to Koningsdag, the Netherlands can be quite a festive place (perhaps to distract from the dull weather, but who knows?) However,...
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Everything you need to know about mediators in the Netherlands

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Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands

Between traditional banking apps and apps for saving and investing, the Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools. In this article, we’ve tested the...
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9 common financial mistakes expats in the Netherlands make (and how to avoid them)

Living in a foreign country is exciting, but amidst this emotion, many internationals make financial mistakes that could easily be avoided.  From using the...
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Important financial dates in the Netherlands in 2025

Staying on top of important financial dates in the Netherlands is important for everyone — whether you’re a bright-eyed international or a born-and-raised...
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Need storage or have extra space? This platform connects you with neighbours for an affordable and convenient solution

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An issue that I faced when moving within the Netherlands for the first time was that I suddenly landed in a room that was much smaller than my last.  I had the same number of...
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Minimum wage in the Netherlands in 2025: The ultimate guide

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Knowing what the minimum wage is in the Netherlands and how it works is important for you to know when you start working in the Netherlands.
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What are your rights as an international working in the Netherlands? We asked the experts

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When moving to a new country, there are a lot of things you may not think about at first — even though they will greatly affect you. An example? The local employment laws. We’re sorry...
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11 TikToks that perfectly describe Dutch weather

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"What's the weather like over there?" — you probably get asked this question about the Netherlands often. Instead of saying, "Remember when mom went through menopause? It's that incarnate." Just show them these videos....
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Sustainability, remodelling, and your mortgage in the Netherlands

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Let’s be real: sustainability might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you’re trying to figure out your mortgage in the Netherlands. However, it’s a super important factor to consider before agreeing...
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Need storage or have extra space? This platform connects you with neighbours for an affordable and convenient solution

An issue that I faced when moving within the Netherlands for the first time was that I suddenly landed in a room that...
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Minimum wage in the Netherlands in 2025: The ultimate guide

Knowing what the minimum wage is in the Netherlands and how it works is important for you to know when you start working in the Netherlands.
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What are your rights as an international working in the Netherlands? We asked the experts

When moving to a new country, there are a lot of things you may not think about at first — even though they...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2025 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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19 best things to do in Utrecht in 2025

The Dom Tower, the Miffy museum, and the inner city's sunken canals — there are tons...
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21 best day trips from Amsterdam: the ultimate travel guide

Thinking about taking a day trip from Amsterdam? Wat leuk! (How nice!) There is heaps to...
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8 carbon copies of the Netherlands across the world

Want to leave the Netherlands but afraid that you’ll miss the beautiful architecture? These places are modelled after Dutch towns — but are found in all corners of the world! Dutch...
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A guide to night buses and night trains in the Netherlands

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Aparthotel Adagio — have a long stay in luxury (at an affordable price)

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21 epic day trips from Rotterdam: the ultimate guide

Rotterdam — a city where everyone loves to rave about the quirky new-age architecture, its multicultural...
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16 captivating things to do in Maastricht in 2025

What lies at the very bottom of the Netherlands is an ancient and thriving cultural hub....
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