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Permits and visas for the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

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Mr Poops and Mrs Born Naked: the story behind strange Dutch surnames

Roll call: Mr Poepjes (Little Poops), Mrs Naaktgeboren (Born Naked), Mr Muis (Mouse), and Ms Gekkehuis (madhouse). No, this isn't a children's picture book....
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Can the Dutch insult the royals (and get away with it?)

Soon, the whole country comes together to celebrate King's Day. However, not all Dutch people are fans of the monarchy. For example, during...
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Things Dutch people would never say (video inside!)

Overall, the Dutch are very decent people. But they have their ways, and there are just some things no Nederlander would ever say....
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Permits and visas for the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

Before starting your new Dutch life, you’ll likely need to arrange a visa or residence permit to live in the Netherlands. With its entrancing...
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Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands in 2026

The Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools, from traditional banking apps to apps for saving and investing. In this article, we’ve tested the...
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How to get a Dutch phone number: A step-by-step guide for internationals

Getting a Dutch mobile number can be a complex process, especially if you’re an international who’s just landed in the Netherlands. As internationals ourselves,...
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Permits and visas for the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

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Before starting your new Dutch life, you’ll likely need to arrange a visa or residence permit to live in the Netherlands. With its entrancing fields of tulips, delicious stroopwafels, and healthy work-life balance, the Netherlands...
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Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands in 2026

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The Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools, from traditional banking apps to apps for saving and investing. In this article, we’ve tested the best and prioritised apps that are accessible to English speakers, feature-rich,...
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How to get a Dutch phone number: A step-by-step guide for internationals

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Getting a Dutch mobile number can be a complex process, especially if you’re an international who’s just landed in the Netherlands. As internationals ourselves, we’ve already crested that wave and are here to pass on...
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11 TikToks that perfectly describe Dutch weather

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"What's the weather like over there?" — you probably get asked this question about the Netherlands often. Instead of saying, "Remember when mom went through menopause? It's that incarnate." Just show them these videos....
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9 things you need to know about Dutch health insurance as an international

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Whether you’ve recently moved to the Netherlands or are considering a move in the near future, it’s only natural to have some questions about Dutch health insurance. Between terms like eigen risico and zorgtoeslag, understanding...
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Permits and visas for the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

Before starting your new Dutch life, you’ll likely need to arrange a visa or residence permit to live in the Netherlands. With its entrancing...
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Best banking apps for internationals in the Netherlands in 2026

The Netherlands has plenty of international-friendly financial tools, from traditional banking apps to apps for saving and investing. In this article, we’ve tested the...
Read

How to get a Dutch phone number: A step-by-step guide for internationals

Getting a Dutch mobile number can be a complex process, especially if you’re an international who’s just landed in the Netherlands. As internationals ourselves,...
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Mobile phones and SIM cards in the Netherlands: ultimate 2026 guide

Moving to the Netherlands offers several challenges: from navigating the housing crisis to registering yourself, and you've beaten them all! But now, there's...
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The best SIM-only plans in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide

Whether you’ve just stepped off the plane at Schiphol or have been in the Netherlands for a while, you may be debating whether...
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Unlimited data SIM cards in the Netherlands: the ultimate guide in 2026

Looking for a Dutch unlimited data SIM card? This guide covers the best providers, the costs involved, and what "unlimited" data actually entails. While...
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Amsterdam

This video shows incredible footage of 1920s Amsterdam in colour

Looking for a little diversion from reality? How about a mesmerising video of Amsterdam circa 1922...
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Need some peace and quiet this autumn? Visit the Japanese Garden in The Hague

The Japanese Garden in The Hague is opening up again! Twice each year, this tranquil hideaway...
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WestCord Hotel Eindhoven: comfort, design, and a great location in one stay

Whether you're visiting Eindhoven for business, Dutch Design Week, or just a weekend break, WestCord Hotel Eindhoven is one of the most elegant and fascinating places to stay in the...
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19 best things to do in Utrecht in 2026

The Dom Tower, the Miffy museum, and the inner city's sunken canals — there are tons...
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Amsterdam

Hiking in Amsterdam: top 7 places for wandelen near the city

Hiking and Amsterdam are two words that are not often paired — but that didn't stop...
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Amsterdam

Free-roaming bunnies, hundreds of books, and silence: welcome to The Quiet Rex

Somewhere in Amsterdam-Noord, a rabbit named Caesar is waiting for you to feed him some mint...
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Cities

Planning a weekend in Eindhoven? Here’s where to stay, eat and explore

Often, Amsterdam gets all the attention from visitors to the Netherlands. But Eindhoven, AKA the City...
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