According to Statistics Netherlands (CBS), renewable energy sources are used for more than half of electricity production in the Netherlands. This makes it the first time ever... | Continue reading
The Dutch government has drawn up a draft decree to increase traffic fine rates from 2025. If this is approved, it would see drivers pay 10 euros more for the majority of common... | Continue reading
Seven out of 10 first-time buyers struggle to find a suitable home in the Netherlands due to the housing shortage, ING has reported. This forces young people entering the housing... | Continue reading
Learning Dutch can be tricky. Albert Both from Talencoach offers some helpful ideas to take your Dutch to the next level, fast! Have you been learning Dutch for a while and... | Continue reading
Being an overprotective parent may seem like a good thing, as you are protecting your kids after all. But is it actually good? In-Mentis Integrative Psychology talks about the... | Continue reading
Research by the Netherlands Environmental Assessment Agency (PBL) has revealed that travelling by car in the Netherlands is always faster than using public transport or a bicycle... | Continue reading
The Dutch parliament recently announced a new proposal regarding the Dutch wage tax law. The proposal includes a change in the current 30% ruling. The 30% ruling will be altered... | Continue reading
As autumn settles in, the colour of the leaves and cooler weather aren’t the only changes hitting the Netherlands this month. From the end of Daylight Saving Time to the much-... | Continue reading
The Dutch cities of Amsterdam, Groningen and Delft have been named among the 50 best student cities in Europe in the 2024 ranking by The Campus Advisor. Best student cities in... | Continue reading
KLM has confirmed that they are considering an adjustment to the food offered in Economy Class on European flights. The Dutch airline could stop serving free sandwiches from 2025... | Continue reading
The Netherlands has been ranked as the fifth-best country in the world to retire in by the Global Retirement Index. Overall, the Netherlands is one of the best countries for... | Continue reading
The 2024 edition of the Global Real Estate Index by UBS has been published and once again the high prices of Dutch housing in Amsterdam have landed the capital in the top 10 for... | Continue reading
As an international family settling into life in the Netherlands, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is choosing the right educational path for your child. The Dutch... | Continue reading
DSW has once again announced their monthly premiums before the rest of the health insurance companies, giving the public its first view of what to expect for health insurance... | Continue reading
In August 2024, houses on the market in the Netherlands cost an average of 11 percent more than during the same month last year, Statistics Netherlands (CBS) has reported. This is... | Continue reading
The summer has almost ended. We hope you had time to relax in your hammock, sip on your Piña Colada and ponder your goals for the rest of the year. If one of these goals is to buy... | Continue reading
Do you want to invite your parents to visit you in the Netherlands? Or has your friend's Schengen visa application been denied? What are your options? Everaert Advocaten, a... | Continue reading
When it comes to money, the Dutch are said to be frugal and sometimes even stingy. But is this actually true or just a stereotype? ING Bank, the largest bank in the Netherlands,... | Continue reading
Invisible braces, commonly associated with clear aligners like Invisalign or Angel aligners, are a popular orthodontic solution for individuals seeking to straighten their teeth... | Continue reading
Based on the budget that the Dutch government announced on Prinsjesdag 2024, payroll service provider Visma Raet has calculated that people working in the Netherlands who earn an... | Continue reading
Ever thought of planning a holiday to get some really good sleep? As “sleep retreats” become more popular, MattressNextDay has compiled a list of the best countries in Europe for... | Continue reading
A bulk deposit machine has opened at recycling location Droppie in Amsterdam, where residents can return up to 200 plastic bottles and cans at a time to get their statiegeld (... | Continue reading
Eurostar high-speed trains from Amsterdam and Rotterdam to Brussels, London and Paris could be scrapped from 2025 due to the continuous problems with Dutch rail infrastructure and... | Continue reading
Statistics Netherlands (CBS) has revealed the countries that were visited the most for vacations by Dutch residents in 2023. For those living in the Netherlands, the most popular... | Continue reading
The Hague municipality has passed a law banning the advertising of fossil fuel-related products and services, such as cars with combustion engines and long-haul flights. This... | Continue reading
The number of parents in the Netherlands taking advantage of the new parental leave scheme has risen sharply in the past year, according to new figures from the state benefits... | Continue reading
One of the first words that you’ll learn is lekker. You’ve probably noticed this already. But there is something else that only few people are aware of… The word actually has... | Continue reading
After last week saw heavy rain and thunderstorms, many people in the Netherlands had already bid farewell to summer. However, from Wednesday an Indian summer is expected to bring... | Continue reading
On the afternoon of Tuesday, September 17, the Dutch government announced the official budget for the coming year. Here’s everything you need to know about Prinsjesdag 2024 and... | Continue reading
If you are looking for flexible workspaces in Amsterdam, you need look no further than beyond. Flexible workspaces across Amsterdam are being redefined by beyond, who blend the... | Continue reading
As the weather starts cooling down, more people around you might be falling ill. To decrease the chance of getting sick yourself, you could consider getting vaccinated.... | Continue reading
Navigating the world of mortgages as a freelancer or entrepreneur can feel like stepping into a maze of myths and misconceptions. In this article, the team at Mister Mortgage aims... | Continue reading
After surveying rental teams in student cities in the Netherlands, NRC has reported that the Affordable Rent Act, which is meant to regulate rent prices, is the reason that many... | Continue reading
Starting a life abroad is no reason to stop feeling like your radiant self. Located in the beautiful museum quarter of Amsterdam, Esthetisch Centrum Jan van Goyen can help you... | Continue reading
Breakfast, lunch and dinner; pancakes can be enjoyed any time of the day and the popularity of pancake restaurants in the Netherlands certainly shows just how true this is. One of... | Continue reading
Sunday in Amsterdam is the day when locals take a break and the city vibrates. The Dutch capital is full of life and offers many options for leisure and exploration. What to do... | Continue reading
If dating apps haven’t been giving you much success, you might just meet your other half where you least expect; your local supermarket in the Netherlands. Jumbo has launched “... | Continue reading
After their latest match was cancelled due to police strikes, supporters of Ajax Football Club in Amsterdam have planned a demonstration to protest against the police action that... | Continue reading
The NOS has added a news bulletin that broadcasts in an easier version of Dutch for people who have difficulty following the regular news programme, including those learning Dutch... | Continue reading
As many residents of the Netherlands may have noticed, the weather has been even more wet than normal in the past few years, with new records set for several months this year.... | Continue reading
Schiphol Airport has announced the largest investment plan in the history of the Dutch airport. Spending 6 billion euros over the next five years, the airport plans to make... | Continue reading
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are set to hit the Netherlands on Wednesday, with the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) having issued a code yellow weather warning... | Continue reading
From January 1, 2025, the Dutch tax authorities (Belastingdienst) are set to start enforcing the Employment Relationships Deregulation Act (DBA Act). This means that checks will... | Continue reading
Strikes are planned for over 20 industries in the Netherlands this week, including public transport, healthcare and the police. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s... | Continue reading
How can you get a competitive edge in the Dutch housing market, given the fierce competition for homes currently? There are options, like bidding on a house without a “subject to... | Continue reading
Moving to a new country is an exciting adventure, especially in the vibrant and welcoming Netherlands. However, one of the biggest challenges expats face is navigating daily life... | Continue reading
Dutch railway company NS has been working with the government and the Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management to come up with a solution to limit the ticket price increase... | Continue reading
After a week of slow-down action by pharmacists that didn’t yield results from employers, the Dutch trade unions FNV and CNV have announced that pharmacists in the regions of... | Continue reading