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Finding Your Dream Home in the Netherlands

ACCESS Magazine editor and writer Richard Morris details the complex path to securing a home in the Netherlands. Whether you are renting or buying, it's crucial to understand the fast-paced housing market and how to navi-gate the financial and legal requirements. Richard equips you with...

Employment Contracts in the Netherlands

In the Netherlands, an employment contract can be established for either a fixed term or an indefinite term. Understanding the intricacies of temporary employment contracts in the Netherlands is crucial for expats to ensure their rights are protected and to make informed decisions about their...

Year of the Rabbit

An estimated two billion people celebrate Chinese Lunar New Year (or Spring Festival) around the world but what is the connection between this event and animals? We look at the traditions and superstitions associated with the Chinese zodiac and, the Year of the Rabbit.

Empowerment Through Volunteering

Many internationals who come to the Netherlands are curious about volunteering and connecting with local Dutch non-profit organizations, but don't know where to start. How can one find opportunities? Are Dutch language skills necessary? And what are the benefits of volunteering? Find out more in...

How a Lost Dog Helped Me Connect With My Dutch Neighbourhood

It was a normal weekend morning. Well, not very normal because this time my husband was away. When I say normal, I mean a morning when our dear dog Salsa (yes, her name is in honour to Latin music and the hot chilli sauces I...