by Amanda van Mulligen | Cultural Holidays, Winter
New Year in the Netherlands is quite a shock for some newcomers. Amanda van Mulligen outlines below the mayhem ahead. Flee for your lives, or embrace the chaos – that’s been my motto when it comes to seeing the New Year in in the Netherlands since I moved here in...
by Simone Davies | Autumn, Children, Cultural Holidays, New to Amsterdam
Who is this man in red who looks a little like Santa, a little like Saint Nick, and comes from Madrid on a boat with his horse? Simone Davies explains this very important tradition… Who is Sint? Sinterklaas is the Dutch iteration of Saint...
by Catarina Queiroz and Lisa Benoist | Life in Amsterdam, Summer
We’ve compiled the best local beach and lake destinations for families, based on recommendations from our Mamas. This information dates from 2021. Please check zwemwater.nl for the latest information. A summer’s day at the beach is the best activity for...
by Editorial Team | Cultural Holidays, The Mamas Recommend, Winter
Are you looking for the perfect Christmas tree? Here are a few suggestions to help you create holiday magic! Home and Garden Stores Intratuin: This chain store has plenty of natural trees on offer, along with household decor and accessories to help you get your...
by Ellen Duckenfield | Quick Travel Guides, Summer, Travel
Looking to take some fun day-trips to help entertain your little one over the summer holiday but don’t want to venture too far outside the city? Ellen Duckenfield shares some of her favourite spots around Haarlem. Three years ago, while pregnant with my second...
by Elvira Mendoza | Autumn, Cultural Holidays, Winter
One Amsterdam mama shares how her family incorporates both Dutch and Colombian traditions during the holiday season – it sounds amazing and hectic! Read on to find out how she does it. One of the wonders of having a multicultural marriage is that you can...