As of 25 September, we no longer have to stay 1.5 metres from others. The coronavirus entry pass system is being introduced

Netherlands to reopen further with coronavirus entry pass

As of 25 September, we no longer have to stay 1.5 metres…
free COVID self-testsDimitri Karastelev

Ordering free COVID self-tests

The Dutch government has announced that between 10 August and…
Coronavirus vaccinations without appointmentUnsplash

Coronavirus vaccinations without appointment

Have you not been vaccinated against COVID-19 yet but do you…
No restrictions for on-site learning but other measures against COVID-19 extendedDaniel Schludi

No restrictions for on-site learning but other measures against COVID-19 extended

This week saw the 22 millionth dose of vaccine administered.…
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Checklist entering or returning to the Netherlands from abroad – August 2021

Good preparation is important for your return trip to the Netherlands.…
Since June 5th the Mall of the Netherlands in Leidschendam presents an interactive TikTok-Museum.Solen Feyissa

First Tik-Tok-Museum in The Netherlands

Since June 5th the Mall of the Netherlands in Leidschendam presents…
Bavaria takes over Haarlem brewery UiltjeUiltje

Bavaria takes over Haarlem brewery Uiltje

Uiltje Brewing Company from Haarlem, the brewer of specialty…
Dutch turn to live-stream webcams during curfewGemeente Haarlem

Dutch turn to live-stream webcams during curfew

The national coronavirus curfew came into effect on January 23,…
Netherlands to remain in lockdown until at least 9 February inclusiveMartin Sanchez on Unsplash

Dutch lockdown continues until at least 9 February

On the evening of Tuesday 12 January, prime minister Mark…
From December 1, face masks compulsory in all indoor public places in the NetherlandsUnsplash

From 1 December, face masks compulsory in all indoor public places in the Netherlands

To reduce the spread of the coronavirus, it is compulsory to…
Cabinet tightens up measuresMarkus Winkler

Cabinet tightens up measures to tackle coronavirus

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On the evening of 3 November, prime minister Mark Rutte…
Major job losses are imminent at and around Schiphol due to coronaBen Koorengevel on Unsplash

Major job losses imminent at Schiphol due to coronavirus crisis

Due to the coronavirus crisis, about half of the jobs at and…
There is recurrent car vandalism in the Vijfhoek in Haarlem. Local Municipality and Police are aware of the situation but do nothing. The citizens pay the fee of this uncontrolled vandalism.

Car vandalism in the Vijfhoek

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Last Friday morning my car was damaged in de Vijfhoek. The perpetrator…
The Netherlands officially has the first national heat wave of the yearGerd Altmann via Pixabay

First official national heat wave of the year

The Netherlands officially has the first national heat wave of…
Greenjoy Boat Renting Summer 2020: Special € 20 Discount for expatsHaarlem readers

Greenjoy Boat Renting Summer 2020: Special € 20 Discount for expatsHaarlem readers

Wow, it’s amazing.. SUNNY WEATHER IN THE NETHERLANDS! Can you…
New wine bar Zuid Noord

A natural wine bar & bistro in the centre of Haarlem!

Our new favorite wine place Zuid Noord Natuurwijnbar & Bistro,…
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Things to do around Haarlem during July

As July rolls in, more restrictions are eased and more events…
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Get on Your Bike for Rondje Haarlem: The Most Stunning Cycle Route

Hey you! Are you, like me, feeling the wanderlust growing as…
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Bison in Haarlem’s backyard

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Did you know that there is a herd European bison roaming a stone’s…
Rijksmuseum open 1 June

Rijksmuseum opens on 1 June

The Rijksmuseum will re-open on 1 June. All visitors need to…
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The coronavirus and your company: government measures to help businesses

This information is provided by Netherlands Chamber of Commerce,…
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Around Haarlem during the coronavirus crisis

It is advisable to stay indoors at this time of social distancing.…
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Update on new Dutch measures as prime minister addresses the nation

The Dutch prime minister has given a historic live address to…
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Netherlands closes schools, bars, cafes and restaurants in coronavirus fight

All schools and daycare centres in the Netherlands will be shut…
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A Day Trip to the Children’s Book Museum

The Children’s Book Museum, a museum dedicated to Dutch language…
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Comedy double this March in Haarlem

Get a double dose of laughs during March at the English spoken…
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Haarlem New Year’s Comedy

Start 2020 laughing at the HAARLEM NEW YEAR'S COMEDY on Saturday,…
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Haarlem Xmas Comedy & Drinks

Join the Haarlem Xmas Comedy, with a great international line…
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Boom Marketing 2019

Join the first International Marketing Conference & Comedy…