The IamExpat Fair is coming to The Hague

The ninth edition of the IamExpat Fair is taking place at the Grote Kerk in The Hague on 9 November. The meeting place for expats and local businesses At the IamExpat Fair in The Hague, the leading expat event in the Netherlands, learn all about...

Amsterdamaged?

The global economic crisis of 2008 led Amsterdam to look for new income streams. To attract more visitors, Amsterdam has been promoted as a city of fun and entertainment where anything is possible. Ten years later, 20 million people visit the city annually, and while...

Factors of Success – A Review of ACCESS 38 Years On

ACCESS turns 38 in 2024; August 11 to be specific. It is exciting to reflect on the fact that a volunteer-based, and run, organisation has managed to reach this age of maturity. Is it the formula, the people or the times, one wonders? Or is...

ACCESS NL Anniversary: ACCESS at 35!

ACCESS has successfully adapted over 35 years, remaining the preeminent resource of information and support for internationals in the Netherlands.

Autumn walks to remember

As the leaves change colour and the heather blooms, autumn is the perfect time to bundle up and head out into the Dutch countryside. Whether a walk through formal gardens, a cross-country hike or a seaside stroll, the Netherlands has something for all. While there...