The Netherlands is one of the most culturally vibrant places in the world—and the holidays celebrated in Holland are no exception. With its long tradition of welcoming expats and the 7,000+ foreign companies that call Holland home, the Netherlands is bustling with multi-cultural festivities year-round—from Diwali to Thanksgiving. Here are just a few holidays you […]
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Although I was an Amsterdam resident for four years, I’ve always advocated for visitors to the Netherlands exploring beyond the tourist center of Amsterdam and seeing more of the country. For being such a tiny country, the Netherlands really packs a punch in terms of how much there is to see and do there. Best […]
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Although there are a lot of great reasons to visit Amsterdam, the Netherlands is so much more than its most famous city. As local Nicola explains, you won’t regret staying an extra few days to discover the culture and charm that exists beyond the Dutch capital. Most Netherlands itineraries begin and end in Amsterdam, including […]
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From the liberal d.r.u.g policy to window shopping responsibly, here’s everything travelers need to know to stay safe in Amsterdam’s Red Light District. Despite what many visitors may think is a place with relaxed laws, some travelers misunderstand what really is okay and not okay to do in this Dutch city. W.e.e.d laws in The […]
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An overview of the most popular day trips in the Netherlands: Day Trip from Amsterdam to Volendam and Windmills When you think of Holland, what comes to mind? If you’re like many travelers from around the world, you’ll think of wooden clogs, cheese and windmills. See all of this, and so much more, on a […]
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There is something very undignified about losing a fight with a bicycle rack. Even if you do manage to win you still can’t walk away without feeling more than a little humiliated.The problem is that there are just so many bicycles in Amsterdam and so few bicycle racks to park them in. Bikes end up […]
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Tradition runs deep at Dutch cheese markets, on top of selling world-renowned cheeses. Discover the most famous cheese markets in the Netherlands at Alkmaar, Edam, Gouda, and Woerden. A visit to a Dutch cheese market is a great day outing from Amsterdam. There are many Dutch cheese markets in places near Amsterdam. Although, the market […]
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Although it’s one of Europe’s smallest nations, the Netherlands offers plenty of good reasons for tourists to visit. Sightseeing opportunities are everywhere, and thanks to a superb rail and road network – not to mention the country’s diminutive size – it’s extremely easy to get around. One of the top things to do in the […]
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In order to endure the unforgiving Dutch winter, people in the Netherlands turn to their homeland’s cuisine for warmth and comfort. For centuries, Dutch kitchens have been cooking up a variety of hearty meals that are deliberately designed to stave off chills and reinvigorate dampened spirits. Although stamppot is undoubtedly the most famous dish to […]
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The Dutch are among the tallest people in the world. On average a Dutch adult will stand at 1.78 meters high and as a nation, the Netherlands towers over its European neighbors. This statistical anomaly has been the source of considerable scientific speculation and has consistently perplexed researchers. A recent study aims to uncover the […]
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