by Amanda van Mulligen | Legal, New to Amsterdam
Thinking of applying for Dutch nationality? Amanda van Mulligen finally took the big step. Here she shares, in 10 simple steps, her experience of the ‘Optie’ procedure. How I Became a Kaaskop (or 10 Steps to Dutch Nationality Through the Option Procedure)...
by Kittie Ansems | Children, Life in Amsterdam, Pregnancy, Teenagers
Is there such a thing as over-parenting? Take comfort in these lessons from a traditionally Dutch mode of parenting, where less is more. Culture is Relative Culture has a big impact on how we raise our children and no culture gets everything right. I used to...
by Mark Schiefelbein | Children, Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Spring
It’s April, the days are getting longer and the sun has been out a few times also. But we’re still under corona lockdown with travel restrictions. So what to do during May vacation? We have you covered … A day camp can be a great option to keep kids active...
by Mark Schiefelbein | Children, Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Summer
Art, Hockey, Theatre, Science, Riding, BMX, General Sports, Sailing, Soccer/Football, Tennis, Cooking …. and more! Here are some summer camp options for your kids in Summer 2021. Day camps are getting more and more popular amongst kids and parents in Amsterdam....
by Donna Bardsley | Family Travel, Quick Travel Guides, Travel
Looking for inspiration and recommendations for a child-friendly holiday? Consider Budapest! Here’s everything you need to jump start your planning. Budapest – actually two cities, Buda and Pest (pronounced pesht), on either side of the Danube river – offers plenty...