Frederiksoord is a beautiful and peaceful area, very popular to camp, spend some nights in a B&B and enjoy your holiday. This is a wonderful area in the North of …
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The Netherlands was not always a rich and prosperous country. Around the year 1800, at the beginning of the 19th century, over 200 years ago, there was great hunger and …
In the Netherlands, there is a well-known theater group "De Parade," which is a traveling theater festival that visits various cities in the Netherlands during the summer. The Parade features …
Paying in the Netherlands can be an interesting experience. It feels like a well-coordinated dance between your money and the Dutch treasury. Every transaction carries the Dutch vibe, which is …
The Netherlands, or as we affectionately call it, Holland! Welcome to this delightful country, where windmills spin lazily, bicycles rule the roads, and tulips splash the landscape with a kaleidoscope …
Delft's Blue used to be very popular in Dutch Households, but like the wooden shoes, and how beautiful it all may be, Delft's Blue is something from the past. Great …
The next International Tall Ship Race Harlingen is in 2026, an event you don't want to miss so put the date on your agenda. Harlingen, this harbor city is the port …
The city of Harlingen is located in the northern part of the Netherlands, this picturesque gem is a delightful destination for those seeking a unique blend of history, culture, and …
Condomerie Shop Amsterdam perfectly represents the liberal and open-minded Dutch culture. There are several shops and stores in the city specializing in, let's say, adult products. The store specializing in …
On December 6th, 1997, the Kinderdijk Windmills complex was officially designated a UNESCO Netherlands World Heritage Site. Kinderdijk windmills has been celebrating its 25th UNESCO anniversary in 2023.➔ READ MORE …
Dutch New Herring is only available in June. Nevertheless, you can eat a herring all year long. When you visit the Netherlands make sure to hop into one of our …
Ah, the Oudewater Witch's Scale, an intriguing place steeped in mystery and history! If you're wondering when someone is considered a witch, then you should visit this historic Witch Scale …
This is an overview of the best yearly returning Dutch Events, Festivals, and Exhibitions. This information will help you to pick the right moment for your stay in Holland. So, …
Over the centuries Dutch nobility builds many mighty and beautiful castles in the Netherlands. A castle appeals to the imagination. Thus, entering a castle, makes you relive old times. For …
Asparagus, in the Netherlands they are also called white gold. Why is that you may think, well it's mainly because asparagus is so expensive! But let's be honest, what could …
Stolperstein, or stumbling stones, are small brass plaques. The plaques lie embedded in the pavement. In front of buildings throughout Europe. Almost every plaque starts with "Lived Here" or "Worked …
Truus van Lier is closely involved with the Dutch resistance during the Second World War. Resistance is not only a men's work, many women take part in the resistance. Women …
This year, 2023, it is 78 years ago that the Netherlands was liberated and the horrors of the Second World War ended. Since the end of the 2WW, it is …
Every year on the 5th of May the National Committee 4 and 5 May organizes free Liberation Festivals. These free Liberation festivals are enormously popular. There are 14 Free Liberation …
Since 2017, Dutch botanic gardens have been renamed as Hortus. The Hortus is committed to preserving biodiversity, as many plant species are disappearing today and some are even on the …