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The Most Beautiful Windmills in the Netherlands
Standing tall across the country, the most beautiful windmills in the Netherlands, among the country’s most treasured symbols and an important part of its 750-year heritage. Over the centuries, windmills were used for various purposes, primarily to grind grain, produce oil, and make paint. There are mainly two types of windmills, polder mills and industrial…
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How to (Re)connect with the Dutch Part of Your Family
Did you grow up outside of the Netherlands, and do/did you have Dutch parents? Then chances are high that you heard a lot of Dutch. You may remember that your parents or other family members were using certain words or expressions, and when you hear Dutch, it sounds familiar to you. Maybe, if you are…
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The 7 Best Alpaca Farms in the Netherlands
With their gentle eyes, fluffy coats, and gentle nature, what’s not to like about delicate little alpacas? Not limited to the Peruvian outback, these creatures have been living in the Dutch countryside for years. All over, you can find many of the continent’s best alpaca farms right here in the Netherlands, opening their gates to…
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The Different and Delicious Types of Stroopwafels
Stroopwafels are the quintessential Dutch snack. Crunchy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and altogether irresistible. Since their invention, many types of stroopwafels are made, each offering a new twist on the traditional caramel-filled waffle biscuit, but every inch as delicious. Tulips, windmills… and stroopwafels. The stroopwafel was invented in the Dutch city of…
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bunq: A Better Way to Handle Your Money in the Netherlands
One of the first things you notice about the Dutch financial system is how much it relies on automation. Direct debits (automatische incasso) are the default for rent, utilities, phone plans, and almost everything else. It is efficient, but it can also make your bank account feel like a black box where money disappears without…
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Why the Netherlands Ranks #1 for Child Happiness
It’s well known that the Netherlands is a great place to live; in fact, it’s one of the top countries in the world for quality of life. It’s all about balance, balancing work and leisure, a strong sense of personal responsibility, and social freedom. But this isn’t new; it takes years of development and refinement,…