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The Hague’s fascinating histories

The Hague’s fascinating histories explore a forgotten airport, warring squatters, van Gogh’s drinking spot, a different kind of tourist spots for you to visit! Read more about it and make your way to these wonderful places.

Book Review: All the Time We Thought We Had By Gordon Darroch

It’s possible that author Gordon Darroch’s memoir has already been recommended to you. In my case each recommendation came with hushed tones, knowing sighs, and a warning not to read it on public transport–unless you’re cool with blubbing your eyes out in front of complete...

The carillon in Dutch culture

Often housed in bell towers, the carillon is a musical instrument consisting of (at least) 23 bells which ‘ring out’ when played on a keyboard. The keyboard is similar to a piano or organ and each ‘key’ (or baton) is linked to a bell with...

Here to support

Perhaps what makes ACCESS unique is our supportive networks, offering assistance to internationals across the Netherlands. On-call counselling service The ACCESS Counselling Service Network (CSN) consists of licensed professionals with practices all over the Netherlands. The CSN’s strength is its diversity of psychologists, with different...

Happy Motoring in The Netherlands!

There are numerous ways to get around the Netherlands and driving around the country this summer is a perfect idea! Happy Motoring!