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One of the world’s biggest free, weekly fitness events is launching in the...
parkrun. No, this is not a spelling mistake, that is how you write it, no capital. This name with no capital letter befits the casual and warm nature of this movement. And a fun movement it certainly...
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Primary schools in the Netherlands: a guide for expat parents
Education in the Netherlands is considered to be of high quality, but negotiating the system can be somewhat confusing. This article looks at the ins and outs of primary schools (basisscholen) and all...
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It takes a village: Dutch community initiative helps raise children
Since corona hit our shores, I became painfully aware of our small expatriate family’s isolation, without extended family or life-long friends to physically rely on. The reality check was that no...
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16 Haarlem museums that are well worth a visit
Haarlem, for its size, has a fair amount of museums to browse, and after months of museums being forced to close, we’re sure that you’re dancing in your seat to soak up some culture yet again. If you...
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Flying solo: a parent’s tips for travelling alone from the Netherlands with kids
If you’re a parent, the unbridled travel days of stuffing a carry-on with the essentials and grabbing your passport are gone. Travelling with the little critters requires a lot more planning,...
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Why I love Haarlem: a local’s guide to the Spaarnestad
No matter how many times I tell my friends I live in Haarlem, every time we chat, they ask — “So how is life in Amsterdam?” Haarlem, people, Haarlem! Trust me, there is so much more to the Netherlands...
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After one year in the Netherlands, this is what I’ve learned
I arrived on these shores just over a year ago, and the Dutch lifestyle has already taught me a few things about myself. So, muse along with me and take this opportunity to reflect on how the lowlands...
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