After Hours X Christmas: a festive winter evening at Museum Beelden aan Zee
On Friday 11 December, Museum Beelden aan Zee in Scheveningen will welcome visitors for an international Christmas edition of After Hours. From 6 to…
2026 – Edition 8 November
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at Gelderlandplein
Looking for the perfect outfit or gift for the holiday season? Meet Sinterklaas or get in the mood for Christmas with the famous Winter…
Praat Nederlands Day comes to The Hague
For many internationals, speaking Dutch can be one of the biggest challenges to feeling at home in the Netherlands. On Thursday, 26 November 2026,…
Christmas in the heart of The Hague | Royal Christmas Fair 2026
December is a good time to discover a different side of The Hague. From 3 to 23 December 2026, the historic Lange Voorhout turns…
The Hague What expats says about their city
LUCIA What’s your name and age, and where are you originally from? My name is Lucia, I’m 32, and I’m originally from Sevilla, Spain….
Interview with an expat
Where do you come from and where do you live in the Netherlands? My name is Alisa, and I’m from Ukraine. I was born…
THE HAGUE come for the culture, stay for the coast
A morning with Vermeer, an afternoon among the dunes and dinner with your feet in the sand: The Hague makes a convincing case for…
Tanzania: a strategic gateway for Dutch investment into East Africa and beyond
As Tanzania’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands, I see a significant opportunity to deepen the economic partnership between our two countries and…
Your 2027 salary and taxes: what changes for expats?
January could bring changes to your take-home pay—and your wider tax position. Two separate changes affect users of the Dutch expat tax scheme, commonly…
Christmas shopping for expats: A little piece of home when home feels far away!
Christmas is a magical time of year, but when you’re living abroad, there are certain things you simply cannot imagine celebrating without. Maybe it’s…
The IamExpat Fair is back in The Hague in November 2026
The IamExpat Fair returns to the Grote Kerk in The Hague on November 7, 2026. This meeting place for expats and local businesses is…
The Hague Justice Week 2026: Renewing the Promise of Peace and Justice
From 16 to 20 November 2026, The Hague Justice Week brings together people from around the world to explore how international law, diplomacy and…
Eva Besnyö – The Liberated Camera | Fotomuseum The Hague
Discover the remarkable life and work of a pioneering photographer at Fotomuseum Den Haag What does it take to capture a changing world through…
Growing concerns over safety among young people in the Netherlands
The Netherlands is generally regarded as a safe country, but recent research suggests that many young people do not always experience it that way….
Health insurance in 2027: what expats need to know
November brings the annual opportunity to review your Dutch health insurance. With household budgets under pressure and healthcare costs rising, checking your policy could…
International students: is the Netherlands changing course?
For international students planning university applications, it’s important to know that the future of English-language education in the Netherlands is set to change. More…
Eindhoven Airport to shut down for 5,5 months in 2027
Eindhoven Airport is preparing for a temporary shutdown in 2027. The second-busiest airport in the Netherlands will close its runway for 5,5 months from…
The Winter Salon 2026 | Hotel Des Indes
Winter wonderland, exceptional objects and the stories behind them at Hotel Des Indes The Salon returns to Hotel Des Indes from 3 to 6…
Amsterdam after dark: fifteen years of light and imagination
Don’t hesitate to go outdoors this winter: Amsterdam’s canals are about to become a gallery of glowing sculptures, unexpected encounters and art you can…
Creating space
I have spent most of my life seeking certainty in whatever form I could find it. I was never one for the sciences, so…
A school that grows with you: the journey behind OIA Secondary
For international families building a life in the Netherlands, choosing a school is about more than finding the right classroom. It is about helping…
Game on, gift wrapped
Buying a present for a sports fan ought to be straightforward. They have spent most of the year telling you what they like, often…