Direct train to Munich, anyone? The Netherlands may soon get a new international train route!

It looks like the Netherlands is about to welcome yet another international train route — this time, to the German city of Munich! Yep, that's right, avid train passengers will soon...

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What is the Dutch National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG)?

If you’re an international who is looking to settle down and get a mortgage in the Netherlands, you’ve probably come across the term: Nationale Hypotheek Garantie (NHG). While you may not know what it...

Revolut Business: is this the best business banking account in the Netherlands?

Revolut is a strong contender for a business banking account in the Netherlands. This neobank is jam-packed with handy invoicing features, seamless Tap to Pay transfers, and convenient app integrations. Let’s be real: between KvK...

Want to seriously level up your Dutch? This course is for you

Sure, in the short term, you can get around alright by just speaking English in the Netherlands. But once you’ve stayed in this wonderfully flat, rainy land for more than a couple of weeks,...

Money transfers in the Netherlands: the easy (and cheap!) guide

Trying to transfer money internationally to and from the Netherlands means one thing: fees, fees, and more fees. In fact, everyone wants a cut: there are transfer fees, conversion fees, and sometimes even fees just...

The top 16 free ways to learn Dutch

There are a few things to consider before learning Dutch, one of them being your budget. But if you’ve been spending your money on bitterballen rather than books (if so, we can’t blame you),...

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What is the Dutch National Mortgage Guarantee (NHG)?

If you’re an international who is looking to settle down and get a mortgage in the Netherlands, you’ve probably come across the term:...

Revolut Business: is this the best business banking account in the Netherlands?

Revolut is a strong contender for a business banking account in the Netherlands. This neobank is jam-packed with handy invoicing features, seamless Tap...

Want to seriously level up your Dutch? This course is for you

Sure, in the short term, you can get around alright by just speaking English in the Netherlands. But once you’ve stayed in this...

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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2024 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers a number of challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself — and you've beat them all!...

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...

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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11 of the best free things to do in The Hague in 2024

If you're sick and tired of spending your money in expensive and touristy Amsterdam, there are...

Where are the ‘I amsterdam’ letters? The complete selfie guide

Here's a riddle for you: what weighs 250 kilos, is two metres high, and features in...

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...

33 unmissable things to do in Rotterdam in 2024

As the Dutch centre of modern architecture and big city vibes, there are lots of things...

Hikes and walks in Rotterdam: 12 places for the perfect nature escape

A city known for its epic modern architecture, Rotterdam is the place to go when you...

19 outstanding things to do in Tilburg in 2024

Tilburg is a creative city with lots of heart and character. Thanks to its mix of...

These derelict Rotterdam train tracks are being made over into a luscious green airpark!

The narrowest and longest roof park in the Netherlands, sitting six metres above street level, is...