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Netherlands Expat

Thinking of moving to Amsterdam? An Amsterdam expat's review of cost of living in Amsterdam with daily living expenses in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

The Cost of Living in Amsterdam, the Netherlands

November 27, 2017 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

After living in Amsterdam for over two and a half years, I was surprised how many questions that I’d get about the cost of living in Amsterdam as an expat.  I’ve broken down our monthly expenses in Amsterdam from rent to phone bills in the Netherlands, so hopefully this will help you decide if living…

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Filed Under: Expat Life, Moving Abroad, Netherlands Expat Tagged With: Amsterdam, expat, Netherlands

Easy Surinamese-inspired Savory Chicken Tacos

November 26, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

I’ve been experimenting a lot with my cooking.  As Jacob often goes climbing on certain nights, we only have thirty minutes to cook dinner.  This easy recipe for savory tacos draws inspiration from both Tex-Mex as well as Surinamese cuisine.  It’s the perfect mix of savory and spicy for anyone looking for something different.  The…

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Filed Under: Expat Life, Netherlands Expat, Recipes

Adorable Dutch kitten adopted from a cat shelter in the Netherlands. Read about how to adopt a cat in the Netherlands!

What to know about adopting a cat in the Netherlands for expats

November 1, 2018 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

So, we have some great news: We have a new furry creature at home!  Last month, we adopted an adorable kitten from a Dutch cat shelter.  Compared to the United States, it was significantly different, so I figured that I’d quickly post about what it’s like to adopt a cat in the Netherlands. 

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Beautiful Cafe Papeneiland in the snow. It does not snow much in Amsterdam in winter, however the snow makes the city look beautiful! #amsterdam #netherlands

Expat life in Amsterdam: What it’s like to live in Amsterdam

November 2, 2018 by Karen Turner 9 Comments

It’s been about three and half years since I moved to the Netherlands and until this time last year, I lived in Amsterdam.  I’d like to think that this has given me a bit of perspective on what is unique about living in Amsterdam and what is more typical for the rest of the Netherlands. …

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Cat on the cat boat in Amsterdam, one of the best places to see cats in Amsterdam!

Catspotting: A crazy cat lover’s guide to cats in Amsterdam

October 17, 2018 by Karen Turner 21 Comments

I love cats.  This is a detailed guide to my beloved Amsterdam with the best places to meet cats in Amsterdam, officially and unofficially, with my favorite cats.  If you’re a fan of Catspotting, you’re going to love this guide to Amsterdam. I’m a crazy cat lady and meeting cats when traveling is one of my favorite hobbies. …

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Filed Under: Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, Sustainable Tourism, The Netherlands, Uncategorized Tagged With: Amsterdam, beautiful places, cats, City Guide, europe, Netherlands, off the beaten path travel, Travel, travel tips

Planning to attend Carnival in the Netherlands? What to know before your first Dutch carnival, carnival costume inspiration, the best places to celebrate Carnaval in the Netherlands for foreigners, and the history of Carnival in the Netherlands.

Celebrating Carnival in the Netherlands: What to know about celebrating Carnaval

April 25, 2018 by Karen Turner 2 Comments

I have to admit: I have a weakness for celebrations, especially ones with a fascinating history.  Ever since moving to the Netherlands, I’ve been curious about carnival.  These are my tips for attending carnival in the Netherlands for the first time. I headed down to Breda (known as Kielegat during carnaval) to celebrate carnival in Brabant! This…

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Filed Under: Brabant, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

Girl using the Dagkaart, one of the best ways to save money on the Dutch trains and buy discount train tickets in the Netherlands. #dutch #trein #travel

How to buy cheap train tickets in the Netherlands

July 15, 2018 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

After living in the Netherlands for three, I’ve become frugal as I find the Dutch trains expensive.  I’m here to dish my insider tips for how to buy cheap train tickets in the Netherlands.   I’ve divided this post on how to save money on the Dutch trains into two sections: tips for tourists to save…

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Filed Under: Budget Travel, Day Trips from Amsterdam, Europe, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized, Weekend Trips from Amsterdam

30+ useful Dutch apps for new expats in the Netherlands

October 28, 2019 by Karen Turner 3 Comments

I ended up being asked recently about the most useful apps that I’ve downloaded during my 4+ years living in the Netherlands.  It took me a while to dig through my phone, but this post will be an overview of my favorite Dutch apps and some others that my friends swear by.  I hope this…

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Your independent guide for traveling from Eindhoven Airport to Amsterdam

January 25, 2019 by Karen Turner Leave a Comment

So, you’ve found an incredibly cheap flight from/to Eindhoven Airport… You’re probably wondering: Is it worth it to fly into Eindhoven Airport if your final destination is Amsterdam? This guide aims to help you figure this out. Similarly, I’ll cover the best ways to independently travel from Eindhoven Airport to Amsterdam.

Filed Under: Amsterdam, Brabant, Budget Travel, Europe, Expat Life, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

Wine not? The best wine bars in the Hague for a glass of wine (or two)

February 5, 2019 by Leanne Claire 1 Comment

Sometimes all you need is a cosy bar and a quality glass (bottle) of wine.  Below are 4 unique wine bars in the Hague where you can share excellent wine with friends and family or keep it to yourself.  Writer Leanne braved the cold to review the best wine bars in the Hague in this…

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Filed Under: Europe, Expat Life, Food and Drink Adventures, Holland, Local Guides, Netherlands Expat, The Hague, The Netherlands, Uncategorized

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Karen. American expat and cat lover from New York City who lived in Amsterdam…. Then, Paris. Now, living in The Hague, the Netherlands. Happily married to Jacob.

Guidebook Author to Moon Amsterdam, Brussels, and Bruges, published March 2022.

 

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