by Mariska van der Meij | New to Amsterdam
Every culture has its cultural idiosyncrasies and the Netherlands is no exception. Whether you are newly arrived or have been here a while, check out this fun Top 5 list created by Netherlands native and language teacher Mariska van der Meij. Here are five of my...
by Eline Hausel | Schooling
Are you looking for a school for your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the choices? Eline Hausel has some tips for navigating the Amsterdam educational scene. When moving to The Netherlands with children, your first plan might be to send them to an...
by Editorial Team | Family Travel, Quick Travel Guides, Travel
Many of the best summer holidays begin in the depths of winter. If you are beginning to think of what the warmer days ahead will hold for you and yours, take a look at some of Amsterdam Mamas’ travel guides. Real parents, real kids, real experiences. The Netherlands...
by Clarissa Gosling | Travel
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...