At the heart of Oud-West along Kinkerstraat is De Hallen, a former tram depot now one of Amsterdam’s top cultural centers.

Learn the truth about Amsterdam’s LGBTQ+ Red Light District, its queer-friendly spaces, and the cruising traditions in this ...

When it comes to differences between life in North America versus life in the Netherlands, grocery shopping might just be the biggest thing. In this video I discuss the differences between the ...

This week we wander the canals of De Baarsjes in west Amsterdam. With an abundance of specialty cafés, bakeries and global ...

Tens of thousands of different coloured tulips are planted in the park for the public to pick for free. The day started with ...

If you're buying from small shops and pop-ups in the country, expect to pay in cash — but this norm has started to change with the rise of digital payment apps. Small and medium enterprises have ...

“Starting a coffee shop was a risk I wanted. I’m grateful for my past, but wanted something more fulfilling.” Starting a food business can be immensely difficult because the high cost of ...

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Last year was difficult for many of Britain’s biggest brands, who were forced to pull the shutters down on several shops for the last time. Reduced footfall and lower takings have put pressure ...

More than 13,000 high street shops closed their doors for good in 2024, new figures show – the equivalent of 37 closures every single day. The data from the Centre for Retail Research showed the ...