In the Netherlands, things are different. Your Albert Heijn Bonuskaart is basically a personality test in barcode form. The moment you reach the checkout at your local Appie, your entire life ...
Expect some whiplash thanks to the weather this week. Snow is forecast for Thursday, followed by spring-like temperatures.
You can expect more disruptions in the coming weeks if you commute around Utrecht and Amsterdam. Here are the alternative routes you can take.
The Netherlands ranks first in Numbeo’s 2026 Quality of Life Index, overtaking Denmark and Luxembourg. But daily life comes with a hefty price tag.