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Helping children adjust to a wonderful new life in Haarlem
The UN-sponsored World Happiness Report has named the Netherlands…
January 23, 2022/by Jennifer DeeYes/no stickers to be replaced by online junk and advertising mail register
From 1 January 2023, the registration of every household whether…
January 20, 2022/by AriannaFast delivery services triple client base in 2021
The fast delivery market is growing turbulently in the Netherlands.…
January 19, 2022/by AriannaGoede voornemens: New Year’s Resolutions for the Dutch
New year, new me. Or as they would say in the Netherlands: ‘Nieuwe…
January 18, 2022/by TaalthuisMore hospitality sector protest actions after saturday success
Cafes and restaurants all over the Netherlands opened their doors…
January 16, 2022/by AriannaShops, gyms and hairdressers reopen on Saturday 15 January
Although more than 200,000 people are now testing positive…
January 15, 2022/by AriannaPermanent pitches in Haarlem
At a number of locations in Haarlem, permanent pitches have become…
January 14, 2022/by AriannaStore Your Seasonal Décor Like A Pro
Cooler temps mean the holidays are coming and bringing with them…
January 10, 2022/by Adriana LopezBody of missing Sam found in Leidsevaart
The family of Sam Hooftman (17) from Overveen confirms that…
January 8, 2022/by AriannaEpiphany celebrations
Many Christians around the world annually celebrate Epiphany…
January 4, 2022/by AriannaThe 8 books I loved in 2021
Old and new, fiction and real, funny and sad, these are my favourite…
December 31, 2021/by Christina KambanellaOliebollen, a Dutch New Year’s tradition
It is a Dutch tradition to eat 'oliebollen' on New Year's Day.…
December 27, 2021/by AriannaChristmas from home in Haarlem: shining light on an Irish tradition
Making sure there is a candle flickering in the window is one…
December 20, 2021/by Carmel McNamaraCOVID-19: The Unwanted Christmas Guest
I have such fond memories of Christmas time. Growing up, I would…
December 20, 2021/by Jennifer CakirA festive Dutch lesson for Christmas lovers
Ho, ho, ho! Christmas is here! The – normally – most wonderful…
December 19, 2021/by Lucile CourtinLockdown in the Netherlands to buy time ahead of Omicron surge
The Netherlands is going back into lockdown from Sunday morning…
December 19, 2021/by AriannaEvening lockdown prolonged untill 2022, primary schools to shut a week early before Christmas
December 15, 2021/by AriannaExpat Cinema: Amélie
One of the most iconic French films of all time returns to cinemas, presented one time only with English subtitles on Sunday 19 December at 14:30 hours by The Schuur in collaboration with expatsHaarlem.
December 12, 2021/by AriannaNew wing Pieter Teyler House open to the public
Teylers Museum has a new wing: the Pieter Teyler house. As blogger for expatsHaarlem I was invited for the opening to the press on 29 November 2021.
December 11, 2021/by AriannaINTERVIEW: Xavier is learning Dutch with Taalthuis
There was once a Frenchman, who was learning Dutch. He didn’t…
December 9, 2021/by Lucile CourtinFree Online Course: Introduction to Aromatherapy
In this Aromatherapy Class for Beginners you will discover Aromatherapy. This course initiates you into the world of essential oils and aromatherapy, and the strength and well-being they can create.
December 7, 2021/by AriannaDecember Events in Haarlem
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December 3, 2021/by AriannaLong-distance relationship: Is it for you?
December 3, 2021/by Angeles MercadoAn interview with Sinterklaas
December 3, 2021/by Simon WoolcotSinterklaas versus Santa Claus
They both work in the same sector, wear red, and have a big white…
December 2, 2021/by AriannaHow to Clean Antique Furniture and Décor
Keeping things nice and clean is an important part of good home…
December 1, 2021/by AriannaHow to Remove Humidity from Your Furniture and Textiles
Humidity is the presence of moisture in the air, and it can lead…
December 1, 2021/by Adriana LopezEXPAT CINEMA: The Hand of God
November 29, 2021/by AriannaEvening closures and stricter anticorona measures during the day
The Netherlands will shut down from 5pm to 5am, apart from…
November 27, 2021/by AriannaCoronavirus press conference this Friday, as hospital problems grow
Demissionary prime minister Mark Rutte and health minister Hugo…
November 24, 2021/by AriannaA journey you won’t forget
Did you know our body works as an orchestra? At the opera or…
November 24, 2021/by Sophie van AanholtIn which countries do people exercise most around the world and what stops them doing more?
A new global Ipsos study conducted with the World Economic Forum…
November 21, 2021/by AriannaHealthy vs. Unhealthy Gaming: Tips for Parents
Many parents have concerns about video gaming and their children…
November 19, 2021/by Vivian ChionaPress conference: Light lockdown and 2G policy to come
The Netherlands will be going into a three-week light lockdown.…
November 13, 2021/by AriannaExpat Cinema: Do Not Hesitate
On Sunday November 21st Toneelschuur and expatsHaarlem will present…
November 10, 2021/by AriannaNovember 2021 Events in Haarlem
''11 November is the nacht....''. Sint Maarten 2021 is happening.…
November 9, 2021/by AriannaSint Maarten will go on in Haarlem, but with coronavirus measures
Singing with the kids door to door on Sint Maarten on Wednesday…
November 9, 2021/by AriannaCrafting a lantern for Sint Maarten
On November 11, it's Sint Maarten (Saint Martin)' s Day. Sint…
November 8, 2021/by Daniëlle MartensExpat Cinema November: Riders of Justice
On Sunday, November 7th at 19 hours the Schuur and expatsHaarlem…
November 4, 2021/by AriannaNew coronavirus measures: face masks are back, more working at home again and coronapass entry in more locations
The government has announced this second of November, 2021,…
November 3, 2021/by AriannaHow is the office life in the Netherlands (and in Haarlem)?
The Netherlands is ranked third in the world for work-life balance…
October 30, 2021/by Jennifer DeeBreathe yourself free!
Release. Let go. Easier said than done. We all have things we…
October 22, 2021/by Sophie van AanholtTravel through your senses, and let them take you to Mexico
When you think of home, what is the first thing that comes to…
October 17, 2021/by Angeles MercadoHaarlem’s autumn festival 2021!
You can see the complete schedule for Haarlem's Autumn Festival…
October 15, 2021/by Christina KambanellaWe are great, but how many are we?
Yes, us expats are interesting and fun and adventurous and brave,…
October 12, 2021/by Christina KambanellaWhat to do this autumn in & out of Haarlem
The average autumn temperature in the Netherlands is a balmy…
October 5, 2021/by Jennifer DeeAre you feeling safe in your relationships?
To connect with others, it’s often important that we feel safe…
September 28, 2021/by Vivian ChionaEnjoy autumn in Haarlem’s nature
Autumn with its beautiful colours and invigorating breeze makes…
September 17, 2021/by Jennifer DeeNetherlands to reopen further with coronavirus entry pass
As of 25 September, we no longer have to stay 1.5 metres…
September 16, 2021/by AriannaJoel lives in Haarlem. Joel is sad. Joel is funny. Joel wrote a book.
So who is Joel Azulay? Joel is your neighbour who takes the dog…
September 6, 2021/by Christina KambanellaEMOTIONAL EATING: WHY IT HAPPENS AND HOW TO MAKE THE SHIFT
Do you eat when you feel stressed, sad, happy, lonely, bored…
August 28, 2021/by Vivian ChionaHow To Start Working Out In Haarlem After A Long Break
The Netherlands has been recently ranked as the 15th healthiest…
August 24, 2021/by Jennifer DeeBack to school!
If you’re a parent, you’ll be more than aware that children…
August 22, 2021/by AriannaOrdering free COVID self-tests
The Dutch government has announced that between 10 August and…
August 22, 2021/by AriannaCoronavirus vaccinations without appointment
Have you not been vaccinated against COVID-19 yet but do you…
August 18, 2021/by AriannaNo restrictions for on-site learning but other measures against COVID-19 extended
This week saw the 22 millionth dose of vaccine administered.…
August 16, 2021/by AriannaWar Paint For Men opens world’s first men’s makeup store
Men’s beauty brand War Paint for Men opened the world’s…
August 16, 2021/by AriannaWorld Heritage Committee deletes Liverpool from UNESCO’s World Heritage List
The World Heritage Committee, holding its 44th session in…
August 12, 2021/by AriannaChecklist entering or returning to the Netherlands from abroad – August 2021
Good preparation is important for your return trip to the Netherlands.…
August 9, 2021/by AriannaSUMMER COURSES DUTCH: ONLINE AND FACE TO FACE
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August 8, 2021/by AriannaThe butterfly effect: A butterfly can flap its wings in a park in the Netherlands, and you get people visiting it.
The Netherlands with many picturesque cities around its canals…
July 31, 2021/by Christina KambanellaUnderstanding Non-Emergency Healthcare In Haarlem
The Dutch healthcare system is one of the best in the world,…
July 27, 2021/by Jennifer DeeWhich nationalities have the biggest and the smallest penises?
Even if you don't want to admit it, you are curious about the…
July 21, 2021/by Christina Kambanella“You are the hosts of death!”, said the leading Greek professor of international fame Theodosis Tassios to the unvaccinated.
Professor Theodosis Tassios described the vaccine deniers as…
July 12, 2021/by Christina KambanellaOrganizing Your Wedding In Haarlem
Every year, 130,000 people get married in the Netherlands.…
July 6, 2021/by Jennifer DeeA free virtual vacation game. Enjoy!
I just discovered a way to go on virtual vacation and gain some useful knowledge at the same time!
July 5, 2021/by Christina KambanellaCoronavirus in the Netherlands: what changes from June 26
From June 26 most of the coronavirus measures in the Netherlands…
June 26, 2021/by AriannaFirst Tik-Tok-Museum in The Netherlands
Since June 5th the Mall of the Netherlands in Leidschendam presents…
June 25, 2021/by Julia DerksenWhat’s that noise coming from the painting?
Imagine you are lying on the couch, thinking about the beauty…
June 25, 2021/by Jelle Passchier5 delicious cocktails that stand the test of time
They are called classic cocktails because they were created in…
June 19, 2021/by Christina KambanellaREPATRIATION: Will I ever feel that I belong somewhere?
I love the concept of “Cultureland”. It expresses the essence…
June 10, 2021/by Vivian ChionaAre you stuck? Here are 7 steps to create the life you desire.
Are you fed up working hard every day? Do you want to finally…
May 29, 2021/by Rachel SmetsProof that the corona-vaccine works
The age of corona patients admitted to hospital is shooting down.…
May 25, 2021/by Christina KambanellaAre you in a toxic relationship with your smartphone?
Smartphones have become an accepted part of our personal and…
May 24, 2021/by Vivian ChionaPentecost 2021 in Holland
Something that intrigued me ever since I first arrived in Holland…
May 23, 2021/by AriannaArt in Haarlem: Just like the flowers, Galerie Bloemendaal is coming back to us this month!
Finally, the Galerie Bloemendaal reopens after five months with…
May 17, 2021/by Christina KambanellaBest holiday parks in the Netherlands for an unforgettable summer
Summer holidays are around the corner! If you are already thinking…
May 13, 2021/by Gala Lázaro MurAre you a woman over 30? It’s time to celebrate… you, with a special photo-shoot!
Get ready to celebrate your amazing self this May! The super-talented…
May 7, 2021/by Christina KambanellaThe number of unemployed Haarlemmers has risen
Unemployment in the Netherlands rose in 2020 for the first time…
May 4, 2021/by Christina KambanellaBavaria takes over Haarlem brewery Uiltje
Uiltje Brewing Company from Haarlem, the brewer of specialty…
May 1, 2021/by AriannaBuying a property in today’s housing market
If you are, or have recently talked to anyone who is, a prospective…
April 16, 2021/by Alison MillsDutch for Children
This Monday afternoon course is meant for children in the age…
April 15, 2021/by AriannaHow to remove guilt and worry, and move forward.
Why do we feel guilty so often or dwell on the past? Why is it…
March 27, 2021/by Rachel SmetsWonderful and safe getaways during the pandemic
Since March 2020, the Netherlands has had several different levels…
March 25, 2021/by Dan GlasstetterAneta, who won the ‘Unlike Portrait Awards’, lives in Haarlem!
I recently saw this portrait that left me speechless. The light,…
March 22, 2021/by Christina KambanellaFree new clothes while saving the environment: Start swapping!
The fashion industry has a disastrous impact on the environment.…
March 19, 2021/by Christina KambanellaDreams do come true and Dušan lives his in Haarlem!
When I met Dušan the first thing I saw was his passion for Czech…
March 15, 2021/by Christina KambanellaSo, any plans for this another-social-distancing weekend?
Although it's been a year that we’re practising social distancing,…
March 12, 2021/by Vivian ChionaInternational Women’s Day: 12 remarkable Haarlemmer women!
March 8 is the International Women's Day and here in Expats Haarlem…
March 8, 2021/by Christina KambanellaThe year of corona: Dutch superiority – Superior failure
In the Netherlands if we are better at something, we like international…
March 4, 2021/by Christina KambanellaNew CBS report tracks Dutch government’s climate targets
February has had its fare share of extreme weather scenarios…
March 1, 2021/by Carmel McNamaraIs your job making you sick? Stop pretending and take action!
Is your job making you sick? Do you feel trapped in your 9-5…
February 28, 2021/by Rachel SmetsAmsterdam’s Tuschinski most beautiful cinema in the world
Amsterdam’s Tuschinski Theatre has been named the most beautiful…
February 28, 2021/by AriannaOnline retail turnover increased by over 92 percent
Online sales were 92.1 percent higher in January than in the…
February 27, 2021/by AriannaCorona: rules for shops in the 1.5 metre society
From 3 March all non-essential shops may offer shopping by appointment.…
February 27, 2021/by AriannaMore breathing space in lockdown, but caution remains
The coronavirus measures are testing everyone’s resilience,…
February 24, 2021/by AriannaDutch turn to live-stream webcams during curfew
The national coronavirus curfew came into effect on January 23,…
February 14, 2021/by AriannaWhy do we love the snow so much?
There's no doubt that we are going through some weird times with…
February 8, 2021/by Christina KambanellaDutch snow? Time for Dutch mulled wine: bisschopswijn!
Finally, we had the snow storm we all have been waiting for and…
February 7, 2021/by Christina KambanellaLocal Charities Worldwide: four Haarlemmers start a revolution of giving
I don’t know about you but I am quite done getting my heart…
February 1, 2021/by Lucile Courtin