Located in Amsterdam Westpoort, VR GameHouse (VRGH) is a venue specialising in shared virtual reality experiences, utilising the latest VR technology. It's more than just a gaming... | Continue reading
In this article, Mike Wallace from Greenback Expat Tax Services simplifies the concept of double taxation and sheds light on its impact on US expats in the Netherlands, offering... | Continue reading
Software developed by a Dutch university in Groningen can now detect sarcastic facial expressions, according to NOS. Researchers Xiyuan Gao, Shekhar Nayak and Matt Coler of the... | Continue reading
Farmer Erik Stegink from Bathmen in Overijssel has been experimenting with a new type of ice cream since Ascension Day. The ice cream, which is made from pig’s milk, “takes some... | Continue reading
The politician tipped to be the next Dutch Prime Minister has written a public apology letter to the leader of the NSC, Pieter Omtzigt, about an incident that occurred at an... | Continue reading
Escaping from prison is not a criminal offence in the Netherlands, but could soon become one under proposals announced by the outgoing minister for Legal Protection. Minister... | Continue reading
The four parties that came together to attempt to form the next Dutch government have finally reached an agreement between them. The PVV, VVD, NSC and BBB parties are said to be... | Continue reading
More kids between the ages of 10 and 14 are starting their own businesses in the Netherlands, according to new figures from the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK). Many kids are... | Continue reading
In this article, Jaime Silva, the founder of BOAH Bikes, talks about the role of the cargo bikes in the lives of many families in the Netherlands. A bakfiets is a type of cargo... | Continue reading
Representatives of the Dutch right-wing coalition, who have been negotiating since the Dutch election in November 2023, could soon sign an agreement to form the next government,... | Continue reading
After several weeks of sunny weather and high temperatures, the Netherlands is set to be bathed in rain from Tuesday afternoon onwards. Various Dutch cities are expected to see... | Continue reading
No, the title isn't a mistake. Egle Kemezyte, from Mister Mortgage, overviews the primary reasons why people opt to increase their mortgages, highlighting the advantages and... | Continue reading
The Dutch entry for Eurovision 2024 has still not commented on his controversial disqualification from the Eurovision Song Contest, despite having arrived back in the Netherlands... | Continue reading
Htel Serviced Apartments has all the essentials to give expats a smooth start in the Netherlands. With a convenient location in a residential neighbourhood of Amstelveen,... | Continue reading
Tulips. Clogs. Windmills. Giant wheels of Gouda cheese. Tulip farmers in clogs holding giant wheels of Gouda cheese posing in front of windmills! These are the images of "the... | Continue reading
When you first move to a new country, usually you will start with renting a house. After some time, you might want to consider buying. But the whole process can also feel a bit... | Continue reading
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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