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06/02/2010 High heels are not Dutch
Why do Dutch women so seldom wear high heels?
26/01/2010 Following the path of the warrior with Japanese martial arts
22/01/2010 Expat groups and clubs in the Netherlands - Part II
22/01/2010 Expat groups and clubs in the Netherlands - Part I
18/01/2010 Expat groups and clubs in the Netherlands - Part III
10/01/2010 The first decade: How internet changed the way we live
04/01/2010 Ten crucial consumer trends for 2010

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05/02/2010 Video: Dutch news roundup, 5 February 2010
Captain Marco Kroon was recognized by Queen Beatrix for his bravery in Afghanistan but has now found himself embroiled in a criminal investigation which could cast shame on the military and the royal family.
01/02/2010 Immigrant shopkeepers, saviours of the Dutch inner cities
31/01/2010 Winning the Afghan war, Dutch style
29/01/2010 Video: Dutch news roundup, 29 January 2009
25/01/2010 Justice for latent Dutch
24/01/2010 How do you tackle child sex tourism?
22/01/2010 Video: Dutch news roundup, 22 January 2009

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Expat Voices

09/02/2010 Expat Voices: Pankaj Khurana on living in the Netherlands
Indian expat Pahkaj Khurana loves the Dutch weather, the quality of roads, cleanliness, safety, but finds that although the Netherlands is beautiful, there isn't much to see.
29/01/2010 Kirsty Johnstone on student life in the Netherlands
25/01/2010 Expat Voices: ConnieLene Johnston on living in the Netherlands
09/01/2010 Jeanette Calder on student life in the Netherlands
22/12/2009 Expat Voices: Ken Hardy on living in the Netherlands
08/12/2009 Expat Voices: Arwa Lokhandwala on living in the Netherlands
01/12/2009 Expat Voices: Steve White on living in the Netherlands

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05/02/2010 A tale of three cities: Finding a home in Italy, Holland and Germany
More often than not, the process of finding a home seems to be one of the most painful experiences in life. But it is possible to find the right place after a series of left turns and a little luck, as Michele Carloni found out.
02/02/2010 Join Expatica’s “i am not a tourist” Fair photo competition
30/01/2010 Share your content with Expatica
29/01/2010 Moving country in your teens
15/01/2010 Be ‘slim’ and keep peddling
12/01/2010 Snow sports in the Netherlands
03/01/2010 Snowfall in Haarlem

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Legal Problems in the Netherlands
Why does inburgering people insist to meet me?, by osita
Legal Problems in the Netherlands
Tax declarations for an ex-partner - how long to submit them?, by ouloveit1
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Inside Expatica: Setting up home in the Netherlands

A guide to telephone, internet and television along with utility services water, electricity and gas in the Netherlands.

Dutch immigration and residency regulations

Lost in the Dutch immigration system? Look no further than this guide compiled for our Survival Guide 2009.

The Netherlands at a glance

Some basic facts and figures about living and working in the Netherlands.

Giving birth in the Netherlands

The challenges and benefits of the maternity system in the Netherlands and how it differs to other countries.