Dutch museums see record visits in 2023
There were close to 9.5 million visits by Museum Pass holders to Dutch museums and cultural institutions in 2023, the highest number ever registered….
2024 – Edition 1 February
Money alone can’t buy happiness for today’s employees
Gone are the days when a great salary was the only driving force for a person to accept a job offer. In today’s world,…
Barbie 65 years: always a doll moment
Ever seen more than 1200 Barbie dolls together? Stedelijk Museum Almelo celebrates Barbie’s 65th birthday with the largest Barbie exhibition ever in the Netherlands….
Movies that Matter Film Festival in The Hague
In the heart of The Hague, where art and culture intertwine, a cinematic spectacle awaits you that promises to captivate both your mind and…
Alison Jackson | Truth is Dead in Fotomuseum aan het Vrijthof Maastricht
Fotomuseum aan het Vrijthof in Maastricht presents an exciting exhibition by British photographer and filmmaker Alison Jackson from 23 March until 15 September 2024….
By 2050, Dutch population could reach 23 million
In 2023, the Netherlands was ranked the fifth-happiest country in the world. However, happiness comes at a price. Last month the national committee on…
Rembrandt as director in the spotlight
Rembrandt was a master storyteller, not with words but with images. To tell stories, he made use of techniques also used in the theatre,…
Magnificant Georgia: A Life-Changing Travel Experience
On Saturday, 23rd September 2023, a group of 19 friends embarked on a remarkable journey to Georgia, a country known for its rich history,…
Kelly’s Expat Shopping
At Kelly’s Expat Shopping, we’ve created the perfect store for all you Expats to stay fully stocked up on your favourite foods! Whether you…
Rental prices are rising due to a declining supply of rental properties
The housing market in the Netherlands is experiencing a sharp rise in rental prices, primarily attributed to a declining supply of available rental properties….
Millennials spend more money in cafes and takeaways than their parents
The catering industry has had a tumultuous time over the past few years of trading. It has suffered under the weight of food inflation…
New law for equal distribution of asylum seekers
The Dutch Senate (Eerste Karmer) has passed a law that will enforce an equal distribution of asylum seekers and refugees across the country. This…
Interview with an expat
What’s your name and where do you come from? Can you tell us something about your hometown/country? My name is Nikos Charalambous and I…
Psychoanalysis today
As psychoanalysis fell out of fashion in the mid-1980s, psychoanalysts retreated with it. Their theories remained largely inaccessible to anyone unwilling to dedicate thousands…
Saving money: Grocery shopping
It’s no secret that prices are going up just about everywhere. If you’ve been living in the Netherlands for a while, you’ve no doubt…
Amsterdam implements 30 kph speed limit
Amsterdam has recently implemented a city-wide speed limit of 30 kilometers per hour (kph). This bold move is driven by the city’s commitment to…