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Largest protest in 20 years: Thousands gather in The Hague to march against governmentโ€™s stance on Israel

Yesterday, an estimated 100,000 people dressed in red flooded the streets of The Hague in what has become the largest protest in the Netherlands in two decades.  Their demands? For the...
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9 tourist traps in the Netherlands (and the best alternatives)

We've no doubt all heard about tourist traps in the Netherlands and Amsterdam, and many of us have probably even been to them....
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9 Dutch actors in Hollywood you probably didnโ€™t know were Dutch

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Queen Mรกxima of the Netherlands: how an Argentinian became a Dutch royal

Queen Mรกxima is the first non-European and a โ€œcommonerโ€ to join the Dutch Royal Family. But who is Queen Maxima, and how did...
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5 reasons why ING should be your bank of choice in the Netherlands

As an international living in a foreign country, finding a bank you can trust and rely on is crucial for easily navigating everyday...
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This Dutch bank is offering free financial consultation to get your money in tip-top shape

Managing your finances can be tricky, but when youโ€™re an expat, it becomes even more complex.  With bank accounts, investments and financial commitments spread...
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Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands

Between traditional banking apps and apps for saving and investing, the Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools. In this article, weโ€™ve tested the...
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Online supermarkets: a guide to Dutch grocery delivery services

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With everything slowly moving online, from doing your job to finding the love of your life, itโ€™s hard to imagine why doing groceries wouldnโ€™t follow suit. Whether youโ€™ve got to do groceries for a...
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Burnout in the workplace: Your rights as an employee in the Netherlands

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Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Burnout can happen to anyone and almost always leads to an inability to work. Itโ€™s important to get the necessary medical help and focus on recovery....
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How to ace the KNM integration exam (and skip the boredom)

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Hereโ€™s a little secret: the KNM exam is one of the most underestimated among the Dutch inburgering (integration) exams.  It sounds so simple: knowledge of Dutch society (Kennis van de Nederlandse Maatschappij). All you have...
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11 things that can go wrong in your Dutch house

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Whether youโ€™re buying or renting a home in the Netherlands, there are many things that you can encounter that areโ€ฆ less than ideal.  Pests, leaks, mould, loud neighbours โ€” the list goes on. Besides these...
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Whatโ€™s Tikkie? How to use this popular Dutch payment system

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Anyone in the Netherlands has probably found themselves in a situation where someone says the following: โ€œDonโ€™t worry about it, Iโ€™ll Tikkie you,โ€ โ€” leaving you very confused.  Did they just say theyโ€™ll tickle you?...
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Online supermarkets: a guide to Dutch grocery delivery services

With everything slowly moving online, from doing your job to finding the love of your life, itโ€™s hard to imagine why doing groceries...
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Burnout in the workplace: Your rights as an employee in the Netherlands

Written by Seliz Demirci, employment lawyer at GMW lawyers. Burnout can happen to anyone and almost always leads to an inability to work. Itโ€™s...
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Hereโ€™s a little secret: the KNM exam is one of the most underestimated among the Dutch inburgering (integration) exams.  It sounds so simple: knowledge...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2025 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers a number of challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself โ€” and you've beat them all!...
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The best SIM-only plans in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Whether youโ€™ve just stepped off the plane at Schiphol, or have been in the Netherlands for a while, you may be debating whether...
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Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Hoera, youโ€™ve landed in the Netherlands, tried your first stroopwafel, and now youโ€™re looking for the perfect unlimited data plan to power your...
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The top 3 best coffeeshops in Almere

If youโ€™ve just moved to the Netherlands or are visiting for a while, you're probably curious...
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The Singelpark in Leiden: how citizens created one of the best parks in the Netherlands

What if we told you that there's a park in the Netherlands that's kind of like...
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29 awesome things to do in The Hague in 2025

The city of peace and justice is always bustling with life, so itโ€™s no surprise that thereโ€™s an excess of things to do in The Hague. Ready to discover the...
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The 10 best hikes in and near Utrecht to bask in Dutch nature

We love Utrecht for its quaint streets, cute cafe nooks, and bustling atmosphere โ€” but sometimes,...
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Need some peace and quiet this spring? Visit the Japanese Garden in The Hague

The Japanese Garden in The Hague is opening up again! Twice each year, this tranquil hideaway...
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A day trip to Maastricht: what to see, do, and eat

Ahh, Maastricht. The metropolis of Limburg. Youโ€™ll find plenty there! This beautiful city is the ultimate...
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How to get to and from Amsterdamโ€™s airport: the easy guide

Before stepping foot in the land of windmills, canals, and fun-filled activities, youโ€™ll likely have to...
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