The Hague International Centre Celebrates 10 Years of Expat Service
This month, The Hague International Centre celebrates its 10 year anniversary. Though unable to celebrate in person, it has moved its celebrations online in recognition of the support gained since its start.
5 Destinations for Film Lovers in the Netherlands
The Netherlands has a vibrant, unique history in film. The country has been home to many exciting cinematic endeavors since the production of the first Dutch film in 1896.
How Can Expats Ring in the 2020/2021 Holidays in the Netherlands?
For many expats the holiday season is an opportunity to head home and reunite with loved ones. However, visiting home may not be much of an accessible option this year.
Should Dutch Museums Return Looted Colonial Art?
The directors of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum and Tropenmuseum say they’ll hand over 100,000 pieces of looted art taken during the colonial era. Is the move a step toward justice? Or is the Netherlands giving away its history?
Having a Baby in the Netherlands? Here Is Your Essential Baby Checklist
Ensuring your little one arrives in the world with everything they need can be a daunting task, whether it’s something you’ve been through before or are living for the first time.
Squatting In Amsterdam: The Comeback Of An Old Tradition
It is a location that every Amsterdamer has secretly dreamed about. An old house at the Keizersgracht, right at the bridge, with a stunning view over the water. For most of us, this will probably stay a dream as the rents in the historical canal zone in Amsterdam are ridiculously high.
What’s the Longest Dutch Word? Twist Your Tongue Around These Confusing Creations
You’ve mastered your “dankjewel” and your “alsjeblieft,” but the Dutch language has far more creative and tongue-twisting words to offer. So what are the most complicated and longest Dutch words? We cracked open the dictionary and found out.
September Temperatures Break Records, But How Do the Dutch Live Without Air Conditioning?
The Netherlands just clocked its hottest September 15th on record, with temperatures passing 30 degrees celsius. But how can you beat the Dutch heatwave in a country where air conditioning is a foreign concept?
Forced Adoption In The Netherlands: Now The Mothers Fight Back
This beautiful moment after nine months of happy anticipation and hours of pain when a mother finally gets to hold her newborn baby in her arms. A moment that can be one of the happiest in life. Or one of the worst.
Is There a Beyoncé Street in the Netherlands? Yep, and Here is Why…
Ferdinand van Bolstraat. Jacob van Lennepkade. Hugo de Grootplein. Noticing something? If not, then you are probably male.