Your insider guide on how to find an apartment in Amsterdam for expats with what to know about the Amsterdam housing market!
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An expat guide to living in the Hague, the Netherlands, including the cost of living in the Hague
Considering moving to the Hague, the Netherlands? The Hague has been my home for some months now and after having some difficult decisions on where to live in the Netherlands, my husband and I chose to move to the Hague. Living in the Hague was right for us for a number of reasons, in particular,…
17 things to know before celebrating King’s Day in Amsterdam, the Netherlands
If King’s Day in Amsterdam is not on your radar, you need to put this Dutch holiday on your bucket list. One day a year, the Netherlands becomes a street party of massive proportions; Amsterdam is the epicenter of this party. Tourists and locals alike take to the canals to drink, dance, and buy/sell goods…
15 books about Amsterdam that you’ll want to read!
Love reading books about new destinations? An insider guide to the best literature about Amsterdam, the Netherlands by a Dutch resident. Includes a mix of non-fiction books and fiction books about Amsterdam as well as the best bookstores in Amsterdam for English literature.
20 tips on how to survive biking in Amsterdam by a resident
One of the most common questions that I get about the Amsterdam is about biking. Bicycling in Amsterdam is the best way to get around, however biking can be terrifying for people who are used to leisurely bike rides in the park who haven’t done city biking before. Keep reading tips from a Dutch resident…
The Best Souvenirs to Buy in the Netherlands by a Dutch Resident
If you’re looking for the best souvenirs to buy in the Netherlands, we got you covered. Jacob and I have lived in the Netherlands for several years now and we’ve sent a lot of gifts from the Netherlands to family members! We include lots of tips for buying great gift ideas as well as souvenirs…
25 Essential Travel Tips for Amsterdam From An Amsterdam Resident
I lived in Amsterdam for over three years. These are my tried and tested tips for visiting Amsterdam based on advice for my friends and family visiting me. I’ve structured in the form of 25 tips including some Do’s/Don’ts. Although I have plenty to write about living in Amsterdam, I’m most often asked for tips…