by Magdalena Laas | Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam, Quick Travel Guides, Spring
The sky looks bluer, the sun shines brighter, and the world is greener. Het is Lente (it is Spring!) which only means one thing in the Netherlands … flower season! Like many things in the Netherlands, the bulb flower season’s exact dates depend on the...
by Clarissa Gosling | Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
Many people, particularly new arrivals, wonder whether it is is better to be carless or not be carless in the Netherlands, particularly in the city. Here is one car-free Mama’s perspective on the pros and cons of having a dedicated automobile. The Netherlands is...
by Jenna van Aswegen | Children, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
ARTIS is a beloved Amsterdam institution. But don’t let its history lead you to think it is a sleepy place, content to coast on its laurels! It is very much alive with all kinds of living things – animals, people, science, and art! The Royal Amsterdam...
by Lana Huf-Germain | Bicycling, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
If you’re a parent in Amsterdam, you’re going to want to do what the locals do and transport your children by bike. Whether you’re a mama or a papa you’re going to need what is known in this country as a moederfiets, or...
by Lana Huf-Germain | Health, New to Amsterdam, Quick Start
If you’re new to the Netherlands, the process of going to the doctor might well be confusing and quite different from your previous country. Amsterdammer, Lana Huf-Germain’s, quick guide to some of the distinctive features of the Dutch healthcare system...
by Lori Evans | Children, Life in Amsterdam, New to Amsterdam
Have you got creature-crazy kids? Here’s a list of animal-oriented Amsterdam adventures sure to please fauna enthusiasts of all stripes. Visiting and interacting with animals can make for great family outings. One thing to remember – it is important to be respectful...