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. With the help of unique learning methods and a whole lot of creativity, the Dutch Brainwash from Amsterdam-based Talencoach will help you reach new heights […]
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 your Dutch sweetheart but don’t expect them to make a big deal out of the day. https://dutchreview.com/expat/valentines-day-in-the-netherlands/
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 high-quality online language courses — and you can try them out for FREE at UvA Talen’s Online Open Evening. During UvA Talen's free online trial lessons, […]
Ready to start 2023 by levelling up your career skills? Then it's time to apply for the first government-funded STAP subsidy of the year on March 17! The STAP subsidy is a government budget aimed at helping employees of the Dutch labour market advance their career skills. By covering up to €1,000 of the costs […]
It’s that time of the year again when spring has sprung and across the Netherlands, flowers have started to bloom. This includes the stunning Japanese cherry blossom trees. Fancy a nice spring photoshoot or just an extremely Instagram-worthy spot for a picnic? Head to Amsterdamse Bos where you’ll find 400 of these beautiful trees. READ […]
The world's biggest International Community Art Festival is back with its ninth edition! Under the theme of "The Sound of Change," the ICAF is bringing together artists from all corners of the world — right in the heart of Rotterdam. During the festival, creators from across the globe will turn the city into one big stage, […]
Who doesn’t like an extra hour of sunshine, especially in the Netherlands? On this day, the clock jumps an hour in the middle of the night, skipping 2 AM straight to 3 AM. This gives us more light to enjoy during the day in the following spring and summer months. READ MORE | 15 things to […]
While Goede Vrijdag originally commemorates Jesus’ resurrection, nowadays people typically start their Easter celebrations with chocolate eggs. Easter egg hunts are popular in the Netherlands, where Dutchies hide chocolate and painted hard-boiled eggs for children to find. Maybe it’s time to check your garden to see if the neighbour left a little surprise for you! […]
What better occasion to decorate your house with tulips and colourful eggs? Painting eggs to make cute Easter decorations is a big thing in the Netherlands and you’ll find painting kits, egg stands and other handy tools all over Dutch supermarkets. Maybe this year you should give it a try! READ MORE | Easter in the […]
Get ready for a big brunch including croissants, eggs and paasbrood (bread with cinnamon and raisins). Dutch Easter is all about getting together with family and celebrating the time spent together with plenty of tasty food. READ MORE | Easter in the Netherlands: What’s happening in 2019?
Navigating life as an international in the Netherlands can be stressful (trust us, we know). As worries from different areas of life build up, have you ever felt like just SMASHING them all to pieces? 💥 Well... now you can (safely and with a purpose)! At AMP Community's Smash and Grab event on April 22, […]
From finding a house within your budget to navigating complicated Dutch terms and getting a mortgage — the process of buying a house in the Netherlands can be intimidating. Luckily, the experts from Expat Housing Network are here to offer their advice. Purchasing a home is guaranteed to bring up some questions, whether you’re a […]
