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It's getting nippy out! Keep your spirits warm during the cold weather with the best Dutch winter events, from Christmas markets to winter wonderland festivals: expatica.com/nl/lifestyle/th…

Do you have your own business or are you making money on the side? Here’s what you need to know about freelance taxes in the Netherlands: expatica.com/nl/finance/taxe…

Maastricht often gets overlooked because of Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, and the likes. But it's a pretty neat city... Check out this article to find the best spot to start a life in the southern province of Limburg: expatica.com/nl/moving/locat…

One of the benefits of having a child? You get free money from the government... Discover more about childcare allowances in the Netherlands: expatica.com/nl/living/famil…

Working from 8 to 4, bringing a packed lunch, being friends with your boss... Is the Dutch work culture really so different from that elsewhere? Here's what you need to know: expatica.com/nl/working/empl…

Finally had enough? (Good for you!) Here’s what you need to know about filing for a divorce or dissolution in the Netherlands: expatica.com/nl/living/love/…

Do you know your aub from your svp? tl;dr Dutch abbreviations might seem confusing at first, so here's a list to get you clued up. expatica.com/nl/living/integ…

Hiding your savings under your mattress is historically a bad move. Here's what you need to know about opening a Dutch bank account instead: expatica.com/nl/finance/bank…

The Dutch pension system is one of the world's best. Find out how to claim a pension and what to consider when retiring in the Netherlands: expatica.com/nl/finance/reti…

Looking for work in Amsterdam? Before you pack your bags, discover how affordable the cost of living in the Netherlands really is: expatica.com/nl/moving/about…

Always wanted to try a traditional stamppot, but don't know where to go? We’ve rounded up the 10 best restaurants in Amsterdam where you can try out authentic Dutch dishes: expatica.com/nl/lifestyle/fo…

Many think that the Dutch have legalized drugs, but this isn’t actually the case. Here’s more on the soft drug policy in the Netherlands: expatica.com/nl/living/gov-l…

In need of some entertainment? The Netherlands has plenty of options to keep expats connected with their favorite programs, at home or on the go. expatica.com/nl/living/house…

While driving is often overshadowed by cycling in the Netherlands, the country also has plenty of cars on its roads. Get to know Dutch driving rules, how to get a license, and more: expatica.com/nl/living/trans…

Rotterdam has it all – a lively city center, hipster areas, and peaceful neighborhoods. Explore the best places to live in this vibrant city: expatica.com/nl/moving/locat…

Ready to take your career to the next level in the Netherlands? Discover the different highly skilled migrant permits you can apply for: expatica.com/nl/moving/visas…

From pay-to-pee to the oh-so-charming inspection shelf, Dutch toilets are a whole different world. Here's everything you always wanted to know (but never dared to ask): expatica.com/nl/living/integ…

Looking to earn your university degree in Groningen? Or perhaps you want to do your internship in Nijmegen? Here's all you need to know about student visas in the Netherlands, including the application process and costs: expatica.com/nl/moving/visas…

Just over a decade ago, Eindhoven was called the smartest region in the world. We're not one to argue, so here's where to live in the Isaac Newton of cities: expatica.com/nl/moving/locat…