by Emmy Coffey McCarthy | Do You Need Help, Legal, Money, New to Amsterdam
Navigating the law in a foreign country can be stressful and confusing. Below is our edit of free or inexpensive services, providing answers to difficult legal questions and support in your time of need. Please note that The Wetwinkel, Rechtswinkel and...
by Mary Petiet | Children, Life in Amsterdam, The Mamas Recommend
The Amsterdam Mamas Recommend awards shine a spotlight on the best family activities, events, and services in the city for all budgets, ages, and interests. Nominated by parents, voted for by parents. Presenting the winner of the category Best Day...
by Elvira Mendoza | Life in Amsterdam, Restaurants & Eating Out, The Mamas Recommend
Even parents need a romantic evening out every so often – maybe especially so. And to make it easy for our busy and exhausted mamas and papas to plan the perfect night out, we’ve compiled the best recommendations from our Facebook group. So book a...
by Annebet van Mameren | Education, New to Amsterdam, Quick Start
One of the main challenges for families new to Amsterdam is figuring out the school system. Annebet van Mameren, from relocation specialists New2nl, explains the basics. Introduction In the Netherlands, school is compulsory for children from the age of 5 until...
by Anastasia Drost | Autumn, Children, Children's Activities, Cultural Holidays, Life in Amsterdam, Seasons
Halloween, or ‘Hallowed Eve’, falls on 31 October, the night before the Catholic feast of All Saints Day. Originally of Celtic origin, Halloween has transcended countries and cultures; the opportunity to dress up in costume and give frights big and small to other...