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The Depot - bowled over by art

On 6 November 2021 Rotterdam witnessed the dramatic unveiling ceremony of the Depot of Museum Boijmans van Beuningen, the world’s first publicly accessible art depot. Read more about it in this article.

Dogs ‘n’ cats… and ferrets?

For many, a pet is an important member of the family so when you move to another country, you take it with you. Even your ferret. Or perhaps you live in the Netherlands and are thinking about adding a bundle of fur to your life....

Join the clubs in The Netherlands

The popularity of sports clubs in the Netherlands could partly be explained by how sports are organised from early childhood, which is quite different from other countries. Join the clubs today!

Even getting married has bureaucratic steps

After the excitement of an engagement and the thrill of planning a wedding, there are steps to consider in making your plans. Understanding the legal requirements and procedures is crucial for ensuring that your big day goes smoothly. This guide outlines the prerequisites and steps...

To Rent or to Buy? (That is the Question)

These Face2Face interviews conducted by Tasneem Hatimbhai look at two perspectives of buying or renting a home in the Netherlands. Internationals have similar as well as very different considerations about renting or buying a home than a Dutch family would. The many variables include: estimated...