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Quick Guide: Friesland
If you’re planning to stay in the Netherlands for the autumn holidays (a good idea for 2020) but you still want to feel like you’ve left the country, check out Friesland. This beautiful province located to the east and north of Noord Holland is close enough to be easy...
New to Amsterdam: Public School Protocols
Fairly new Amsterdammer Audrey Coggins shares her experience settling her children into school in Amsterdam – the similarities and the differences between the Netherlands and her home country and some lovely surprises, like ‘the handshake’! When my...
Quick Guide: Summer Travels Near and Far
Summer holidays are upon us and whether it’s day trips, weekend getaways, traveling far, or staying closer to home, Amsterdam Mamas can help. Here’s a handy guide to destinations near and far. Trips Near … Even when you think you’ve got every single day of...
Adjusting to the Bike: One Mama’s Experience of Getting Back on Two Wheels
Learning to get back on her bike was an embarrassing experience for one Amsterdam Mama. Here she explains why. I was 14 when I asked my Dad if I could take the British Cycling Proficiency Test – his answer was a candid no. He told me that it would be better for all...
What are the ABC Swimming Diplomas?
In this country of canals and open water, learning to swim is a necessity. A national swimming programme called Zwem-ABC ensures that children develop sound swimming and water survival skills and covers everything from freestyle to what to do if you fall through the...
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