Fabel Friet, a small french fry shop on Runstraat in Amsterdam, has been forced to have limits placed on its queues outside after going viral on the popular social media app... | Continue reading
Not all alcohol free drinks in the Netherlands are completely alcohol free according to small print on their packages, say many experts. Now, nutritional specialists are calling... | Continue reading
Police in the Netherlands are no longer pursuing people who commit minor offences in a protest to demand a new early retirement scheme for ex-cops. The police union is not opposed... | Continue reading
A parking space in Amsterdam was recently listed for sale for the mind-blowing price of 495.000 euros. The garage parking spot, located close to the Vondelpark, can be bought for... | Continue reading
A study has found that many new mothers in the Netherlands need more help breastfeeding their newborns. Many women reported difficulties with breastfeeding for as long as they... | Continue reading
Russian fishing boats that regularly dock at a port near the Dutch city of Groningen have been accused of spying, according to a report by investigative journalism platform... | Continue reading
Moving to a new country brings both excitement and challenges. Once settled, navigating tax obligations becomes inevitable. FAIR Administration provides clear and supportive... | Continue reading
Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, the biggest airport in the Netherlands for international travel, has been named the second most stressful in Europe, according to a ranking by... | Continue reading
The non-competition clause is often a standard part of most Dutch employment contracts. However, a new bill has been passed in the Netherlands which will affect this clause as... | Continue reading
Are you an international student who is planning to do an exchange or enrol in a degree programme in the Netherlands? ABN AMRO explains the advantages of having a Dutch bank... | Continue reading
Nord Anglia International School Rotterdam (NAISR) is a small private international school for students 3 - 18 years of age, located in Rotterdam. In addition to being a proud... | Continue reading
KLM staff will now be permitted to wear sneakers during work as of May 6, according to a report from Luchtvaartnieuws. A spokesperson for the airline has since confirmed the... | Continue reading
April was the wettest April in the Netherlands for almost 100 years, according to data released from Weerplaza. The amount of rainfall was double that usually expected for the... | Continue reading
Whether it’s at a borrel after work or on a sunny terrace with lunch, the Dutch know how to enjoy a refreshing glass of beer. So, while you’re in the country’s capital, you may as... | Continue reading
Workers in the Dutch healthcare system are set to stop working for two minutes on May 2 at 2pm in protest of violence against healthcare workers. Their silence will also... | Continue reading
If you've ever been to the Netherlands, you may have noticed that many stores have a "PIN-only" sign. This sign indicates that only payments from a PIN debit card, usually from a... | Continue reading
May is upon us, bringing some wonderful weather and lots of exciting events and festivals, but what are the things that expats in the Netherlands really need to look out for this... | Continue reading
Temperatures are rising across the Netherlands as the weather is set to reach highs of 27 degrees celsius on Wednesday and Thursday. The beginning of May brings with it... | Continue reading
In this article, the Dutch language school Taalthuis, which frequently organises in-company Dutch courses, guides you through a typical Dutch office, giving you tips on... | Continue reading
The Air France-KLM group has made its largest loss since the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new data revealed by the company. In the past quarter, the group made an operating... | Continue reading
Fast-delivery grocery service Getir has announced that it will be pulling out of the Dutch, German and British markets, after gaining popularity during the peak of the COVID-19... | Continue reading
Do you ever feel haunted by past experiences, no matter how much time has passed? Stress Talk is not your typical psychology practice; it's a safe shelter for expats seeking... | Continue reading
The average retirement age in the Netherlands is almost 66 years, with the age increasing by three months since 2022. The average age of the 86.000 workers who retired in 2023 was... | Continue reading
Working in the Netherlands for a foreign employer? Taxsight explains how to set up the right tax structure and apply for the 30% ruling. When you become a Dutch resident, you... | Continue reading
If you want to bring your partner, family or business to the Netherlands, or you already live in the Netherlands and you want to know what your options are for permanent residence... | Continue reading
People in the Netherlands are increasingly trying to make their gardens, terraces and balconies greener by growing plants, flowers and shrubs, after years of gravel, tiles and... | Continue reading
A growing number of Dutch dairies are falling victim to thefts and burglaries according to an interview given by members of the Association of Farm Dairy Producers to RTL Nieuws.... | Continue reading
Though we’re surely in for some more April showers, the weather is set to become warmer over the coming days, making for some potential T-shirt temperatures during the King’s Day... | Continue reading
Those walking around Utrecht and Leiden recently might have noticed the newest advertisements for the fast food chain McDonald’s - blank red and yellow scented billboards, hoping... | Continue reading
Consumers in the Netherlands have launched a case against Apple after customers alleged that a number of iPhone models were deliberately slowed down by software updates, to... | Continue reading
NS has temporarily closed ATMs at all but four train stations across the country, for fear of explosions after several bombings targeting cash machines led to station closures.... | Continue reading
A new study has found that Camp Amersfoort played a more significant role in the persecution and extermination of Jews during the Second World War than originally thought. The... | Continue reading
Dutch airline Transavia has reportedly scrapped 124 flights, amounting to around 20.000 seats, that were set to depart Rotterdam The Hague Airport this summer. Slot coordinator... | Continue reading
Learning Dutch in the Netherlands can bring many benefits as an expat. You can make Dutch friends, get to know the culture better through the language, integrate more easily and... | Continue reading
The city of Amsterdam is looking to dramatically cut the number of river cruises arriving in the capital in a bid to reduce the number of tourists visiting the city. The measure... | Continue reading
A man in the Netherlands tested positive for COVID-19 for 613 days before his death in October 2023, it has been revealed by Amsterdam UMC. Researchers from the hospital believe... | Continue reading
In this article, Erik Jan Peffer from Taxt explains important information about your Dutch tax return as an expat in the Netherlands. Migrating to another country such as the... | Continue reading
Rent assessments, conducted by Dutch housing authorities, saved applicants an average of 433 euros on their monthly rents in 2023, according to figures from the Rent Assessment... | Continue reading
In this article, Justyna Remijn from Inside Creations will share with you some of the best time-saving tips that will help you navigate the renovation process. Renovating your... | Continue reading
Dutch public transport provider NS will run longer and more frequent trains on King’s Day in 2024. The national holiday, which is celebrated all over the country, will take place... | Continue reading
In this article, Rebecca Hazlett from The British School in The Netherlands discusses the implications and advantages that a school’s alumni network may have for parents who are... | Continue reading
In a world where time is of the essence, keeping your living or working space spotless can feel like an endless battle. Enter Easy Clean - your go-to solution for residential and... | Continue reading
Two, rare night monkeys, also known as slow lorises, have been born at a zoo in the Dutch city of Amersfoort. The monkeys are nocturnal creatures and move slowly, hence the name... | Continue reading
After 96 years of service, public transport providers in the Netherlands and Germany have confirmed that the direct day train between Amsterdam and Basel will be discontinued from... | Continue reading
Dutch politicians are making moves they pledge will sure up the Netherlands’ democratic principles by creating checks and balances for political parties standing for elections in... | Continue reading
The number of bikes stolen in the Netherlands went up by 10 percent in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to new statistics by Independer and Statistics Netherlands (... | Continue reading
Russian propaganda has been shown on a Dutch children’s TV channel for the second time in less than a fortnight. Experts suggest that the hacking was carried out by the Russian... | Continue reading
Are you suffering from mental health issues as an expat in the Netherlands and are thinking of consulting a therapist? This article explains everything you need to know about... | Continue reading