What to Expect as an American Expat Working in the Netherlands
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- Written by: Deepayan Bhadra
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
An American expat examines how different countries value work-life balance.
Wild Goose Chase for Dutch Cuisine
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- Written by: Deepayan Bhadra
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
One expat considers whether a true Dutch food exists.
A Tale of Two Wheels
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- Written by: Deepayan Bhadra
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
An expat learns that a bike is more than just a mode of transportation in the Netherlands.
How to Land an Apartment Rental in Brainport
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- Written by: Deepayan Bhadra
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Spoiler: Getting an apartment in a city in the midst of an affordable housing crisis involves a lot of luck.
Don't Make Assumptions About Working Abroad
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- Written by: Deepayan Bhadra
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
A software engineer in the Netherlands discovers that being an expat in a "Western" country is not always as easy as advertised.
8 Reasons Why Relocating to Amsterdam Could be a Great Move for Your Tech Career
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- Written by: James Lloyd-Townshend
- Category: Work Abroad
With innovation and start-ups around every corner, Amsterdam is considered the new Silicon Valley. Here's why it's the place to launch your tech career.
Exiting Expat Life
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
I knew there would be tears shed when I left home. What I didn't expect was the sadness that would accompany saying "so long" to expat life.
Cobblestones? Say Goodbye to Your Heels.
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
After over a year abroad, my life has changed in lots of little ways.
Happy Canada Day From Amsterdam
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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This holiday weekend, I'm reflecting on what I miss most about my home and native land.
Starting from Scratch as an Actress in Amsterdam
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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Casting directors, agencies, production companies and theatres. You name it, I researched it.
I Just Want To Be Friends. What Could Go Wrong?
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- Written by: Nicole Sharon Schultz
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Friends: We all need them, but getting them overseas can be tricky.
Expat Living: Building Friendships
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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Making friends with expats has its downfalls, but I still do it. Here's why.
An Actress Abroad
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- Written by: Melissa Verwey
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I never thought I'd move to the Netherlands. Here are three hurdles I encountered along the way.
Doing "Normal" in the Netherlands
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- Written by: Nicole Sharon Schultz
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Just how hard is it to fit in abroad? I thought I was normal. Turns out I’m not.
Finding My Way Abroad
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- Written by: Nicole Sharon Schultz
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Navigating life in the Netherlands requires more than Google Maps.
Saying Goodbye to the American Midwest
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- Written by: Nicole Sharon Schultz
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
I was a week away from getting married when I decided to move abroad.
A Mini Guide to Amsterdam
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- Written by: Charlotte Bridge - Sponsored Content
- Category: Beyond the Guidebook
Skinny houses on skinny streets, bobbing houseboats and some of the Western world’s most important art. No wonder the "Venice of the north” is one of Europe’s most-visited cities.
5 Ways to Travel Like a Local
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- Written by: Abigail Zeitler
- Category: Study Abroad Blogs
Tourist guidebooks and websites aren’t the best way to learn about a destination. Try these tips instead.
The Best Part of Long-Term Study Abroad
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- Written by: Emily King
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After winter holidays at home, Emily dreads going back to Amsterdam—but returns to a pleasant surprise.
Volunteer as an Expat: Close the Gap Between "Tourist" and "Resident"
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- Written by: Tori Holmes
- Category: Work Abroad Blogs
Looking for a way to contribute to your new community? Consider volunteering for a local organization.
