The Dutch Doom Diaries: 7 Dangers of Not Learning (Any) Dutch
Dear diary, Today was another dynamic day at The Language Institute TaalTaal in Scheveningen.
The Best Christmas Markets Across Europe
Look, there’s no such thing as a tepid Christmas fair. At the very least, you can expect stalls and stalls’ worth of freshly-fried food – salty and sweet – a wealth of wooden toys, scented candles, leather goods, and other items showcasing the talent of local craftsmen.
How to Feel More Included When Speaking Dutch, Even if Your Vocabulary is Limited
Have you ever wondered if you have truly magical powers? Every time you walk in The Netherlands, people stop speaking Dutch and automatically switch over to English, even if you are the only non-Dutch native in the room… It happens just like that, almost like magic!
Looking for Breakfast? These are the Bakeries You Should Try
Tired of the chalky, tasteless supermarket loaves that would function better as a sponge than an edible good? We have some news.
The 5 Quirkiest Museums in the Netherlands
Have you ever stumbled upon a life-size replica of a microbe? Do you know how an early-modern era jukebox works? Can you tell what Gerrit Rietveld’s favorite armchair looks like?
Utility Connection Services in the Netherlands
So you’ve found a great new house or apartment. Now, all that is left to do is set up your utilities. But, what is the best way to go about this? Is it to find individual providers for energy, internet, tv, electricity, sim card etc?
Rotterdam Architecture: 6 of the Most Unique Buildings in Holland
If you visited Rotterdam over 10 years ago, you probably got out of Centraal Station and felt like you were looking at a concrete wall. But over the past decade, Rotterdam architecture projects have transformed the cityscape.
Eating Out on a Budget: The Best Indian Restaurants in Amsterdam
You don’t have to travel all the way to India to grab an authentic, fiery-hot, deep-red serving of delicious curry that will warm your heart and soul in an instant.
How To Choose The Best Dutch Phone Plan
Once you set up a Dutch bank account, you can ditch your pre-paid SIM card and sign up for a Dutch phone plan! But which one will be best for you?
How to Gently Force Dutch People to Speak Their Language With You
Have you already started to learn Dutch? Congratulations! And.. how have you liked your new adventure so far? Chances are high that at least you will have one frustration. It is easy to guess.