Whit Sunday is part of what the Dutchies call the Pentecost. What is it all about? Originally a Christian holiday, nowadays Pentecost is about enjoying time off with family and friends or singing your heart out at outdoor music festivals. And the most popular one that takes place during this long weekend? Pinkpop! READ MORE […]
Being an international in the Netherlands has many hurdles — but is becoming a homeowner really a pipe dream? You may be pleasantly surprised! If you’re curious about your chances of becoming a homeowner in the Netherlands and the next steps you should take, start with this one: Attend Hanno’s free “How to buy a […]
Many of us learn things as we go, but when it comes to buying a house in the Netherlands, you don't want to enter into the process completely blind — especially when you're doing something in a foreign language. This is why Hanno hosts its free “How to buy a house in the Netherlands” webinar. […]
It's no secret that the job market has become more competitive in the last few years: everyone has the same titles, credentials, and skills, and it's only become harder to set yourself apart. So, how do you distinguish yourself from the crowd? How can you show off your strengths? At Nyenrode Business University's personal branding […]
Life in the Netherlands is busy, especially when you're navigating it all as an international. You're probably not an expert on the Dutch housing market — and that's ok. This is because Expat Mortgages has people whose job it is to know your chances, limitations, and opportunities when it comes to buying a house. Intrigued? […]
It's hard to keep up with what's happening in the world when you're busy living your day-to-day life. However, once it's time for you to start your house hunt in the Netherlands, you need to be informed. This is why Hanno is hosting its free “How to buy a house in the Netherlands” webinar. During this […]
While Father’s Day (Vaderdag) may not be as famous as Mother’s Day, it definitely does put the dads in the spotlight. In the Netherlands, dads might be surprised with breakfast in bed or other little gifts from their children. And the best part? They get an excuse to take the day off from doing any […]
June solstice, also known as summer solstice or midsummer, celebrates the longest day of the year. Sounds like a great excuse to have your garden party until late in the evening, no? READ MORE | It’s the longest day of the year! And it’ll be a hot one too
Sometimes, before you decide on which ice cream flavour you want, you ask for a free taster. What if we said you could do this before choosing your summer Dutch language course? The Amsterdam-based Dutch language school, Koentact understands that you don't want to immediately dedicate yourself to one course. This is why they're offering […]
Ancient canal houses are cute, but do you see yourself living in a more sleek and modern setting? Hyde Park's upcoming open evening will let you glimpse into the latest new builds on offer in the Netherlands — and how to buy one. Located near Amsterdam, Hyde Park's innovative and exciting new build projects are […]
Summer is the time for chilling on a terrace, making new friends — oh, and finally learning some Dutch. If you find yourself kicking around stones while your international friends are back home for the summer, one way to fill your time is by starting (or continuing) to learn Dutch — and making some new […]
It's time for the third edition of Pasar Leiden, the annual festival that celebrates Indo and Indonesian culture. After its success in previous years, Pasar Leiden is just getting bigger and better. Organised in collaboration with the Indonesian embassy and hosted at the Pesthuis, the event takes place on Saturday, 31 August. And let me tell […]
