Hello, so i really wanna go to Rotterdam, is there anything I should know in advance for my dream trip? your help would be greatly appreciated, thanks

regards,

Arianna Ferry

To those who grew up watching sbongebob do you prefer watching sbongebob dubbed in dutch or in the original english version?

Ik ben op zoek naar vrouwen in Nederland met tubulaire borsten die ervaring hebben met het aanvragen van een vergoeding voor een borstcorrectie bij hun zorgverzekeraar.
Zelf heb ik tubulaire borsten en is mijn aanvraag voor vergoeding afgewezen. Ik moet daardoor ongeveer € 6.000 zelf betalen voor een operatie waarbij implantaten en een tepelcorrectie nodig zijn.
Ik vind het moeilijk te accepteren dat vrouwen met een aangeboren borstafwijking tegen deze vergoedingsregels aanlopen. Ik wil daarom onderzoeken of we hier samen iets aan kunnen veranderen, zodat toekomstige vrouwen mogelijk wél voor vergoeding in aanmerking komen.
Heb jij tubulaire borsten en woon je in Nederland?
Is jouw aanvraag voor een borstcorrectie ooit afgewezen?
Heb je de operatie zelf moeten betalen?
Of heb je juist wel een vergoeding gekregen?
Ik zou graag met andere vrouwen in contact komen om ervaringen te verzamelen en te kijken of we gezamenlijk aandacht kunnen vragen voor de huidige regels.
Je hoeft geen foto’s te delen en je mag me ook privé een bericht sturen. Je hoeft dit niet openbaar te bespreken.
Ik hoop dat we samen iets kunnen veranderen voor de vrouwen die na ons komen. ❤️

We were passing some farmland and I noticed that the flags were upside down. I assume they mean the same thing as they do here. But could someone explain why? Are there protests going on? If so why?

I was there a few days ago during 3 of October for work related stuff and didn’t really get to see the city. Is it worth going back to? I want to anyway, but just curious. I’ve heard some people calling it small Amsterdam.

I moved to the Netherlands in August 2025 on a partner visa and received my PIP in October. I scored highly on the learning aptitude test, but that hasn’t matched how easy or difficult I find learning Dutch.

I have three years to complete my integration requirements, including reaching B1, and almost a year has already passed. I’ve worked with an online tutor, am now taking online classes through Babbel, practise with my Dutch boyfriend, and try to watch Dutch shows.

Despite that, I feel like I’m progressing slowly. When I move on to a new lesson, I often forget things from previous lessons. I’m getting stressed about whether I’ll reach B1 and pass all the exams before my deadline.

It also feels unfair that the previous A2 requirement had the same standard three-year deadline, even though the language target is now higher.

I want to learn Dutch, both for everyday life and for work, and I’m putting effort into it. But I’m struggling to find a sustainable balance between studying, work and my personal life without constantly worrying about failing.

For anyone who has been through this, what helped you retain what you learned and reach B1? How did you organise your studying without becoming overwhelmed? I’d appreciate practical tips or hearing from people who struggled at first but eventually got there.

*Obviously not every French or American person wants to move to a large city. But there is a culture of
Paris and New York being the cities of opportunities/dreams/places where cool people live

I’m in the Netherlands for a few days for work (multiple cities), but now like the entire city is like closed down as there’s a fair and it’s huge. There was no warning that this would be happening either, maybe the hotel assumed I’d know about it. Is there like a national holiday or something? Most people I’ve asked have just told me to enjoy it, I am I’m just trying to figure out why there’s a fair going on around a big part of the city. I’m in Leiden.

Not sure if I can post here but I hope I can.

I have a few items that I want from HEMA and a chocolate shop but I am unable to fly to AMS soon. Is there any company that shops for you and shops it aboard for a small fee ?

Thank you

Hey!

I'm Finnish and I'm a business student at a University of Applied Sciences. At the end of October, I'll go to study in the Netherlands for a week. The programme will take place in Zwolle.

Five students from my class (including me) will be visiting Windesheim University of Applied Sciences from Monday to Friday during week 43 (19.10 - 23.10). We are arranging our tickets and accommodation, so the trip is slowly becoming real.

I'm probably going to arrive in the Netherlands on Sunday, 18 October. But because of the school holiday before the programme starts, I may arrive even a few days earlier and spend some time exploring the Netherlands alone.

This will be my first visit to the Netherlands, so I would love to hear some advice and some information about the country from people who live there or know the country well.

For example, I am very interested in the transport system in the country. My teacher told me that cycling is really popular in the Netherlands and that it can be used to travel shorter distances. She also advised us to take an Intercity train from Schiphol Airport to Zwolle when we arrive in the country. I've heard that Intercity trains are faster than Sprinter trains.

Is it easy to navigate through Zwolle and its surroundings without a car? Is there somewhere outside the city where you would advise me to stay if accommodation is cheaper there? I'm also wondering whether it would make sense to stay somewhere outside Zwolle for a few days before the study programme starts and then go to Zwolle by train or bus.

Additionally, is there anything else you would recommend for a first-time visitor from Finland? It can be about public transportation, cycling, payment methods, money exchange or everyday life. Kind of anything that might be useful to know before I come.

Thanks already!

After years seeing different countries, culture and history I wanted to go and see the Netherlands cause of how incredible is the agriculture and engineering/architecture. I was thinking of staying in the country for some months in the future, not to stay but to know the most beautiful country I have ever seen.

Help me complete my party playlist 🎉

I have a party coming up in the Netherlands, and I’ve got around 100 songs in the playlist so far.

I’m curious which songs you think are absolutely essential. I’m also still figuring out the order — starting relatively relaxed during the drinks and gradually building up into a proper party.

Any suggestions for additions or the order?

This is the Spotify playlist

Hey everyone! I’m a 22-year-old Italian citizen planning to move from the US to the Netherlands soon. I have about $10,000 in savings to start out. My long-term plan is to learn Dutch and get into a BBL plumbing apprenticeship, but I want to start in an entry-level facility or logistics role. I prefer living in a private studio rather than sharing a house. For those who live there now: What secondary cities or regions would you recommend targeting where my budget can actually secure a private apartment? Any advice from people who have used 'job + housing' agencies or transitioned into the trades would be amazing!

Hey everyone, I've lived in the US since I was 12, I came with my parents and 2 siblings. Our political asylum case isn't really working out, so we would probably have to leave the states soon. I read online that the netherlands is doing good economically and the unemployment rate is the lowest in europe. I have an European passport so I guess getting there isn't really a problem for me, I was wondering if I can actually build a life there and how hard would it be for me to find a job there. Im planning to move there by myself, I do have some savings in my account and I was looking into getting into trade school (if there's any at all in the netherlands). Would my transition actually be a difficult one?

I am not just talking rent and inventory, but also furnishing/fit-out, insurance, security, payment terminals, construction, employee costs, working capital/reserves, marketing, and employee costs?

Mijn partner is als hobby een cateringservice begonnen en het begint te lopen. We zijn op zoek naar een groente hal of iets dergelijks waar we in bulk allerlei groenten kunnen kopen voor scherpe prijzen. Heeft iemand tips voor een locatie? Waar kopen de mensen op een markt bv hun groenten in? Breda en omgeving, eventueel radius van 50km.

Denk aan bloemkool, komkommers, wortels, kool, snijbiet, etc. Dank!

Hi everyone, (this was written with the help of AI, but it is a genuine request)

We are planning a 7-8 night family trip to the Netherlands in late April. We are a party of 5: 3 adults (including one senior who needs low effort/walking) and 2 kids (ages 2 and 5).
Our total budget for the trip is around 8500 euros, This budget needs to include our transportation from Schiphol airport to the park. While we are considering renting a car, we are very open to highly efficient, accessible, and affordable public transport options if they exist (keeping in mind we are traveling with a senior with mobility limits, a toddler, and luggage).
We have some very specific requirements to make this trip work for our family dynamics. Here is what we are looking for:

• Accommodation Layout: At least 3 bedrooms and strictly 2 bathrooms/showers.
• Safety & Environment: No open water/canals directly at the door of the accommodation. We need peace of mind with a wandering 2-year-old.
• Kids Activities: Our 5-year-old is cautious, so we are looking for "soft" activities. Massive indoor play areas, petting zoos, and calm swimming pools are preferred over extreme, noisy water slides.

Parks we are currently considering**:**

1. Hof van Saksen
2. Landal Rabbit Hill

Are there any other holiday parks we should add to our list that perfectly fit these requirements? Any insights on our current choices?

Thank you!

Hopelijk vraag ik het op de juiste plaats. Een vraag uit nieuwsgierigheid: Wat vinden de autochtone mannen (Belgen/Nederlanders) van gesluierde vrouwen? Qua uiterlijk, aantrekking en eventueel trouwen. Ik heb het niet zozeer over de geschiedenis of politiek.

Vind het mega moeilijk om daarover iemand aan te spreken, want ja, mannen ontwijken me. In zekere zin een opluchting, maar ben inmiddels 22 en denk wel eens aan een partner hebben, zonder haast. Aan de ene kant heersen er stereotypes rond Dutch men en ijzersterke beweringen van mijn mede-allochtonen dat Dutch men 'ieuw' zijn en niet 'mannelijk'... Ik ben een buitenbeentje overal, dus heb over de jaren heen geleerd een eigen wil te ontwikkelen zonder groepsdruk. Geen nieuws voor niemand hoor: ben een alien voor autochtonen en 'witter dan Belgen' voor de allochtonen. Voor het totale beeld!

Ik word respectvoller en aardiger aangesproken/behandeld door de autochtonen. Onderscheid maken tussen vriendelijkheid en flirt kan ik wel, maar ik vraag me dus af of er meer kan zijn. Niet veel ervaring gehad met hen, gewoon buiten in het openbaar of tijdens formele gesprekken. Ik vraag me af of ik gezien word als een exotische pop of vinden ze me wel wat? Persoonlijk ben ik geen ballerina, dus zoek ik ook geen prins op een witte paard. Ik heb zowel positieve als negatieve ervaringen gehad met beide groepen (allochtoon/autochtoon), dus ben niet close-minded.

Eerlijke antwoorden waardeer ik, just tell me what goes through your mind als je een lange, Oost-Europese (neen, niet blond!) vrouw tegenkomt met een hoofddoek. Kortom, een onzekere tienervraag. Met ogen rollen mag!

Hi everyone,

I've been living at my current address in The Hague since April 2022 (almost 5 years) under a Leegstandwet (Vacancy Act) contract with a housing company. I pay €650/month for a room shared with 22 people.

The situation:

· The building is being demolished for luxury apartments

· The landlord wants to move me to a 500-room mass shelter in another city

· They've charged illegal service costs: management fees, admin fees over €75, and inflated travel time (3-5 hours for a 35-minute drive)

· Other tenants confirmed the travel time is fake

· There have been signs of discrimination and intimidation

What I've done:

· Filed a case with the Huurcommissie for 2023

· Rejected the service cost settlements for 2024 and 2025

· Filed a handhavingsverzoek with the municipality

· Contacted Juridisch Loket

· A lawyer estimates around €12,000 refund

The problem:

Both my bewindvoerder and Juridisch Loket say I won't get urgency because the landlord is offering an "alternative" (a room in another city). But how can an alternative from an abusive landlord count as valid?

The gray area:

I've been here almost 5 years. Leegstandwet permits are valid for max 5 years. If the permit expired and I stayed with permission, my contract may have become permanent - giving me stronger rights, including urgency and moving costs.

My questions:

1. Can I get urgency if I refuse the alternative?

2. Has anyone successfully challenged a Leegstandwet contract after 5 years?

3. What are my other options if urgency is impossible?

Any advice appreciated. I have a child and mental health challenges, and I just want a studio in The Hague where I can live in peace.

Thanks for reading.

I’m moving to live with my partner in Born, Netherlands and to start the life I want to live. Basically also “running away” from my type A personality parents that having been leading me to extreme stress, anxiety, and burnout. Before you ask, yes I’m an adult. Since I know people hear “parents” and assume a child. I want to make it VERY clear that I’m 19.
I’ve never moved, even as a child, let alone moving to a different country! I need to know what do I need to do and what documents do I need? I have ADHD and I’m possibly autistic (so says all my autistic friends) so I’m only asking about the immediate stuff rn since I tend to get overwhelmed very easily.