Going Dutch

A perspective on The Netherlands that goes beyond the stereotypical tulips and wooden shoes, curated by a Dutch native living overseas.

By Christel van der Boom

Christel van der Boom
Dutch Covid test centre hit by suspected bomb attack
The Guardian - Jon Henley
Windows damaged but no one hurt in explosion at drive-through test centre in Bovenkarspel Police have said they are working on the assumption that an explosion that damaged a Dutch coronavirus test centre...
Mar 3
Christel van der Boom
The Presidio gets a roundabout, and slew of new bike lanes
hoodline.com
It’s an old and entirely accurate criticism that European countries often have vastly better urban design for walking and biking than America has. …
Mar 3
Christel van der Boom
Dutch bar owners, sex workers protest against virus lockdown
Associated Press
ROTTERDAM, Netherlands (AP) — In a scene reminiscent of carefree cafe life before coronavirus lockdown, Peter Bender reached across one of the outdoor tables at De Ooievaar bar and placed a cup of coffee...
Mar 2
Christel van der Boom
Why London’s city bankers are flocking to Amsterdam
standard.co.uk - Mark Smith
As Brexit bites — will the capital’s financiers follow the money and decamp to Amsterdam?
Mar 1
Christel van der Boom
This home floats in a self-sufficient Amsterdam neighborhood
inhabitat - Written by Katherine Gallagher
In a city characterized by fast population growth, Amsterdam residents are beginning to entertain alternative living situations. Enter Schoonschip, a …
Mar 1