Stories and tips
Writing about Netherlands
Longer reads, seasonal ideas and practical tips from the people who write this guide.
· 4 min read
The Hague vs Amsterdam
How Amsterdam and The Hague differ for visitors, and how to choose or combine them.
· 4 min read
Cozy Up in Leiden
Museums, glasshouses, libraries and brown cafés that make Leiden a good choice for a cold or rainy winter day.
· 4 min read
Winter Walks and Cosy Retreats
Where to walk in the Netherlands in winter, what to expect from the weather, and how the Dutch warm up afterwards.
· 4 min read
Sinterklaas in the Netherlands: A Visitor's Guide to the Traditions, Treats and Dates
What visitors should know about Sinterklaas, from his November arrival by steamboat to pakjesavond on 5 December, the sweets in every shop and how the tradition is changing.
· 4 min read
Autumn Markets in Tiel
Where to buy Betuwe fruit in and around Tiel in autumn, from the weekly town market to farm shops and the September Fruitcorso.
· 4 min read
Dutch Winter Holiday Markets
Where to find the Netherlands' best-known Christmas markets, from Valkenburg's caves to Dordrecht and Deventer, and what to eat while you are there.
· 4 min read
Cozy Cafés in Oss for Chilly Days
Where to warm up with coffee, cake or soup in Oss on a cold day, from the museum café to the brasseries around the Heuvel.
· 15 min read
The Dark Side of Amsterdam
Gallows, slavery, betrayal and gangland murders: the history behind the postcard, and where to see it
· 4 min read
Dutch Wine Tasting: Vineyards in Limburg, Gelderland and Beyond
Where Dutch wine is made, which areas have protected designations, what grapes to expect, and how to arrange a tasting in Limburg or Gelderland.
· 3 min read
Taste of Adventure at Apenheul Zoo
How to plan a full day at Apenheul in Apeldoorn: timing, food, family tips and what else to see nearby.
· 4 min read
Tiel Food and Dining Guide
What to eat in Tiel, the Betuwe's fruit town, and how to plan a food-focused visit around its markets, museum and festivals.
· 4 min read
Dutch Etiquette for Travelers
The everyday Dutch customs that visitors notice most, from directness and punctuality to splitting the bill, cycling paths and paying by card.