Amsterdam is a great city for expats but can be overwhelming at first! Here are our tips for a great Amsterdam Expat Life!
Two days in Amsterdam is enough — as long as you accept, on day one, that you are not going to see all of it. The people who leave disappointed are the ones who tried to compress a week into a weekend and spent both days exhausted. This is the two-day version of our 3…
Yes, Uber works in Amsterdam. The locals also use a very similar app called Bolt, which tends to be cheaper. After eight years here, I honestly still check both Uber and Bolt every time and pick the cheaper one. Getting Around Amsterdam: What Each Option Costs Option Typical cost Best for Avoid when Tram, bus,…
If you live in or near Amsterdam, you’re familiar with how intense New Year’s Eve can be. Between the fireworks, firecrackers, and general chaos, it’s a stressful night — especially for dogs. This year is genuinely different, hopefully: as of August 1, 2026, the Netherlands has a nationwide ban on private consumer fireworks (the “Wet…
Wanna be a real Amsterdammer and discover the city’s fairytale streets with a bike tour? In this post, I share the best bike tour Amsterdam and the surrounding area as well as some tips on how to handle your first bike ride on the famous Dutch bike lanes. If you’re curious about Dutch cycling culture…
There is nothing like brunch with your friends on a sunny Saturday/Sunday morning. Amsterdam is an explosion of brunch locations that are very popular, especially during the summer on sunny days. Here is a list of my favorite best brunch Amsterdam places across the city by neighborhood listed below. All 25 Brunch Spots at a…
Struggling to find a vegan brunch in Amsterdam that actually fills you up? I’ve spent years living in the city testing the plant-based scene. From high-protein tofu scrambles to fluffy gluten-free pancakes, here is the ultimate local’s guide to the best spots. Every Spot at a Glance Spot Neighbourhood Fully vegan? Known for Koffie ende…
