Events

Also known as the first day of Christmas in the Netherlands, Christmas Day is usually celebrated with the family. Don’t expect to see a turkey dinner or any Christmas pudding. […]

Boxing Day is for lounging around and eating leftover turkey, right? Not in the Netherlands. Unlike in most cultures, the Second Day of Christmas is a big deal to the […]

The Dutch like to bring the New Year in with a bang — literally. Throughout the day, you can hear fireworks being set off left, right and centre. People also […]

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 […]

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 […]

Are you thinking of buying a house in the Netherlands? Then grab your calendar and circle this date: January 25, 2024.  Why? Because it's time to get all your burning […]

Want to speak Dutch with Dutch people (who always speak English back to you)? Considering taking a Dutch language course but you don’t know if it’s the right thing for […]

Dreaming of an apartment that’s stylish, modern, and just right for you? Well, look no further than Hyde Park.  Hyde Park is one of the Netherlands' biggest currently ongoing construction projects, […]

It's never too late to get started on your 2024 New Year's resolutions, so why not dive head-first into the Dutch language by taking a 7-day intensive course? Talencoach's week-long […]

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 […]