If you’ve ever moved to a new country, you understand how challenging it can be. Not only do you have to learn a new language and all about a new culture, but you’ll also have to relearn how to do basic things like how to shop for groceries and get to work. But you know […]
Where to Look for Vacancies When Trying to Find a Job in the Netherlands
Looking for a job anywhere, let alone in a foreign country, can be a tedious process. Luckily for you, there are many jobs available in the Netherlands right now. A lot of companies really need employees right now, so that means you have a lot of choices. The downside is that the process can be […]
Part 2: 6 Pros and Cons of Living in the Netherlands
No matter where you live or move, there will always be good and bad things about that place. No country is a utopia. The most important thing is to weigh the pros and cons to decide whether that place is the best option for you. I moved to the Netherlands for love 4 ½ years […]
How to Survive an Air Conditioner Free Summer
Please take note that this post contains affiliate links. Ahh summer, the time when the sun shines, the terraces are full, and people take long vacations. It’s a wonderful time of year, except for that one annoying thing: no air conditioning. You walk into a shop or restaurant, and instead of being blasted with cold […]
8 American Things I Still Miss After Living in the Netherlands for Four Years
Someone recently asked me if I miss living in the USA. My answer was, “no, I don’t.” I don’t miss living in a country where work and money come first and wellbeing is an afterthought. But I definitely do miss some things about the USA. This doesn’t mean I don’t love my life in the […]
7 Pros And Cons Of Living In The Netherlands
Moving to the Netherlands was probably one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. I left a community that was always there for me. I left everything I’ve ever known to be with the man I love. The decision to move abroad was not an easy one. Uprooting your life is never easy. The first […]
How to Become a Better Writer No Matter Your English Level
We all have to write more English text than we prefer at one point or another. That could be redoing your CV and cover letter or just conversing with your colleagues via email. Everyone has their strong suits. You may be great at math or science and hate writing. That’s fine. But if you want […]
9 Dutch Themed Gifts to Give Your Loved Ones This Holiday Season
Please take note this post contains affiliate links. The holidays are just around the corner, and that means it’s the gift-giving season. One of the things I love the most about traveling home to see my family is giving them Dutch-themed gifts. You can always give your family and friends another pair of socks, but […]
One of the Things I Miss the Most as an Immigrant in the Netherlands
Recently someone commented on one of my videos that I’m not an immigrant because I’m from the west. A lot of internationals use the terms immigrant and expat interchangeably; me included sometimes. But the reality is, I came here for love, did all the inburgeringsexamen, and own a business registered with the Dutch chamber of […]
There’s No Use Living Your Life Wondering, “What If?”
You are probably familiar with the expression, “where there’s a will, there’s a way.” You may have grown up hearing something similar, if not that exact expression. I’m a big believer in what this expression means. In my opinion, it is never too late to learn something new. You never know what’s going to happen […]