If you were disappointed by the lack of Halloween parties, Sint-Maarten celebrations may make up for it! Some Dutch cities take this seriously, with parades, bonfires, and lantern tours. Sint-Maarten […]

Short on time, but interested in improving your Dutch skills with rapid speed? Seven days of this Dutch Brainwash will get you immersed in the fun world of Dutchness, and […]

There's a lot to consider when you decide to buy a house in the Netherlands: where do you want to live? What type of house suits you best? But the […]

Sinterklaas is one holiday where the Dutch go all out on big celebrations and exciting traditions. While the youngsters sit their shoes under the chimney to receive chocoladeletters (chocolate letters) and […]

Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to rock the world with their cutting-edge startups! Nestled in the heart of Leiden lies PLNT: a startup hub and centre for innovation […]

Calling all aspiring entrepreneurs who are ready to rock the world with their cutting-edge startups! Nestled in the heart of Leiden lies PLNT: a startup hub and centre for innovation […]

Christmastime conjures up a picture of sipping warm glühwein, eating delicious oliebollen, and basking in the cheery glow of hundreds of fairy lights. But there’s still one question we often […]

After a night of drinking, fireworks and stuffing yourself with oliebollen, the Dutch like to take it easy on New Year’s Day by jumping into the sea. As if this […]

Do you want to kick start your New Year's resolution of learning Dutch? This 7-day Dutch Brainwash will get you praaten like a pro in the first month of 2023! This course, […]

Don't let your New Year's resolutions die just because January is over! This 7-day Dutch Brainwash will help you reach your Dutch language goals this year, kicking off on January 28, 2023. […]

Valentine’s Day is not widely celebrated in the Netherlands, but it has gained some popularity in recent years. Flowers, chocolate, and valentines won’t go amiss if you buy them for […]

Have you been putting off learning a new language? Is it because you can't be bothered to physically attend a class? 😉 Well, say no more, because UvA Talen offers […]