When does a Dutch BV become interesting for international entrepreneurs?
For many internationals starting a business in the Netherlands, the Dutch eenmanszaak (sole proprietorship, that is, being self-employed) is the logical first step. It…
For many internationals starting a business in the Netherlands, the Dutch eenmanszaak (sole proprietorship, that is, being self-employed) is the logical first step. It…
Students in Dutch schools are still encountering difficulties with essential literacy and numeracy skills. The Education in 2026 report emphasizes the ongoing problem of…
Relocating to a new country is exciting. It is also one of the most overwhelming experiences you can go through. For most expats arriving…
For many newcomers to the Netherlands, Amsterdam is the obvious first stop. But ask long-term expats where they actually enjoy spending their weekends, and…
Living folk arts, colour-drenched festivals, ancient temples, master weavers, Himalayan yoga retreats, and a cuisine of breathtaking variety — India rewards the curious traveller…
For expats, living and working in the Netherlands brings not only new opportunities, but also complex financial and tax considerations. A well-structured approach and…
For many people, drinking means fun, friendship and escape from boredom and worry. It’s carefree time with friends and a feeling that life is…
In the summer of 2026, Eindhoven will gain a remarkable new cultural destination: Museumpark VONK. Rising in the greensurroundings of Genneper Parken, this new…
The Maltese Islands are truly the perfect destination for anyone wishing to further their studies, no matter what level they seek. To start off with,…
Spending time in the Netherlands can feel like stepping into a parallel universe – one where people cycle through rainstorms without complaint, eat lunch…
Rotterdam’s most vibrant and diverse exhibition Wild Summer of Art (WSoA) returns to Brutus Art Space (Brutus) on 17 July, bringing together 50 local-based…
A childhood in Normandy forms the basis of one of the world’s greatest fashion houses. In Dior. In Memories of Childhood, Laurence Benaïm delves…
In Home for now: living well without staying, publisher gestalten and lifestyle brand Earl of East explore how temporary living can evolve into a…
At most sporting events, the first sign that something important has happened is noise. A roar from the far side of a stadium. A…
High above the river Waal, on the edge of Nijmegen’s Valkhof Park, stands one of the Netherlands’ most historic sites. Roman soldiers once guarded…
Where do you live in the Netherlands? What is one of your favourite things about it? My name is Frederico. I live in Rotterdam….
Amsterdam is facing increasing challenges with drug-related nuisance, as authorities try to balance public safety with care for vulnerable groups. A key example of…
The Dutch cabinet has decided to extend its contract with IT company Solvinity, the firm responsible for keeping DigiD operational, despite growing opposition in…
On a crisp, sun-kissed spring evening in Alkmaar, what defences remained for AZ to fight off the remorseless collapse that had been toppling Dutch…
When I started working in a Dutch office, I quickly realised I had entered a professional culture that operates with its own quiet logic,…
I have spent a great deal of my life trying to optimise my encounters with other people. The clinical term for what I thought…
Moving to Amsterdam is supposed to be the exciting part. In practice, the first month often disappears into a blur of house viewings, utility…
Finding an affordable place to live in the Netherlands is becoming increasingly difficult, especially for younger people trying to rent or buy their first…