by Editorial Team | Life in Amsterdam, The Mamas Recommend, Winter
It’s winter in the Netherlands and that means skating! Permanent rinks, seasonal pop-ups and races on ice – there’s plenty to enjoy. Here is a compilation of our Mamas’ favourite spots for taking part in this quintessentially Dutch pastime. So get...
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 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 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...