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 Genevieve Haywood | Featured, Holiday Camp Guides, Life in Amsterdam, Living Sustainably, Summer
Art Camps ArchiKids During the art camp children are guided to build imaginary cities, houses, landscapes and many more… The variety of materials and exploration of the nearby park become the starting point of their creative projects. In English. Ages: 5 – 11 years...
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....