A smooth start for expats in Amstelveen
With a convenient location in a lush and residential neighbourhood in expat-hotspot Amstelveen, Htel Serviced Apartments offers a place where expats have all the…
2025 – Edition 1 March
The IamExpat Fair is back in Amsterdam this spring
“Everything internationals need, in one location, on one day” The IamExpat Fair offers helpful information and services tailored to global citizens with local needs….
Eindhoven, city of creativity and innovation
Eindhoven is not just a destination; it is an experience. Come for the food, stay for the culture and fall in love with a…
Interview with an expat
Where do you come from and where do you live in the Netherlands? My name is Dani (Danielle) Originally I’m from the beautiful, sunny…
Dutch language requirements needed for workers in childcare
As of 1 January 2025, Dutch childcare professionals will need to meet new language requirements designed to enhance the quality of care and support…
Dutch DJs bring export value to great heights
Dutch musicians absolutely crushed it on the international music scene last year. In 2024, the Dutch music industry earned more than 220 million euros…
New tax rules complicate contracting of self-employed people
The Dutch government has unveiled a package of new rules and tough enforcement measures for self-employed workers. These new regulations aim to address the…
Inflation in the Netherlands still high compared to other European countries
The grip of inflation on the Dutch economy remains strong. Recent figures showed that, despite inflation rates falling from 3.8% in 2023 to 3.3%…
Dutch bankruptcies rose by 30% in 2024
Last year was not an easy one for many businesses, especially those specialized in retail. According to a January 2025 report by Statistics Netherlands…
Art Rotterdam 2025
In 2025, Art Rotterdam will celebrate its 26th edition at a new venue! From Friday 28 to Sunday 30 March, this increasingly varied fair…
I’m so happy you are here – Japanese women photographers from the 1950s to now in Fotomuseum The Hague
The influence of women within Japanese photography has been highly underestimated. This oversight is corrected in the exhibition I’m so happy you are here –…
Welcome to Gelderlandplein shopping mall, where shopping and art come together
Shopping mall Gelderlandplein is the place for internationals to shop things from far away and discover the best local brands, all under one roof….
Jewels by George Balanchine back in Amsterdam
Jewels by choreographer George Balanchine returns to the National Opera & Ballet after 10 years. In this production, the choreographer pays homage to women,…
The New Mother Sculptures in Museum Cobra Amstelveen
An Enveloping Sculptural Experience The revolutionary exhibition The New Mother Sculptures is on view at Museum Cobra in Amstelveen until 2 March 2025! The exhibition features…
Your circle of friends is just a social event away
Moving to a new country is an adventure, but it can also feel isolating at times. When I first moved to the Netherlands, I…
Thoughts on self-love
In the Netherlands, there often seems to be a moral imperative to be ‘well’. We constantly evaluate each other’s actions as either ‘good’ or…
The top fitness and wellbeing trends for 2025
The world of health and wellbeing is in a state of flux. The future of fitness lies in the convergence of innovative technology, personalised…
Preventing youth access to vapes: key strategies
The easy accessibility of vapes and cigarettes to young people has become a significant public concern, posing a serious threat to their health and…
Brafa Art Fair Brussel 2025
The opening of the BRAFA Art Fair Brussel, which took place on Saturday 25 was a most wonderful event. I was happy to see…