‘i am not a tourist’ Annual Expat Fair for Internationals

Sunday, October 8 will see the 15th edition of Amsterdam’s renowned “i am not a tourist” Expat Fair. Come to the stunning Beurs van Berlage in the heart of Amsterdam to explore what the Netherlands has to offer you!   Every year, this event gives you the opportunity to take part in engaging and useful … Continued


How to Buy a House in the Netherlands?

  Finding somewhere to live is the main concern of expats when they arrive in the Netherlands. Buying a home is certainly an option and may be even more interesting than renting. But there are conditions attached and customised advice is essential. These are the words of Susan Mulders, mortgage advisor at ABN AMRO International … Continued


Relocating Your Relationship

In Life, Love Is Not Everything, But Without Love, Life Is Nothing By Wills Langedijk Sharing new experiences, spending more time together as a family, and having to turn to each other because there is no-one else can bring you closer and make your relationship stronger. But we can’t ignore that there are relationships that … Continued


The Student Hotel

By fusing luxury and flexible-stay with top-notch facilities, The Student Hotel is pioneering a modern hybrid in hospitality, and the perfect base for the new generation of young professionals, corporate expats, trainees and students. The Student Hotel offers safe, conveniently-located hotel-style accommodation throughout Europe. The luxurious, state-of-the art rooms are equipped with bedding, designer furniture, … Continued


Dining Out… At Home

The XPat Journal likes to point you in the right direction when it comes to fine dining and interesting restaurants – but where should you go for catering, or great food prepared in your own kitchen? In this edition we introduce you to a spectacular, Asian concept and a chef who takes over your home … Continued


Events for all Internationals in The Hague

Every year, more than 4,500 new internationals come to the Hague region. In total, more than 60,000 internationals live and work in The Hague, in various sectors such as embassies, NGOs, universities and multinationals. The Hague International Centre is the first point of contact for these people who can have all sorts of questions and … Continued


Are You Moving Abroad?

Then you need to be able to quickly focus on your new job and living environment, without having to worry about your relocation. Atlas International Movers takes the entire relocation process off your hands. Since their daily work includes relocations to New York, Sydney and Singapore, for example, you can count on an efficiently organized … Continued


Volvo Ocean Race

For the first time in its history, the legendary Volvo Ocean Race will be making a stop in The Hague. On June 18, 19 and 20, the harbor of Scheveningen will be home to the race, with a three-day festival offering a host of activities, a children’s program and concerts by some of the Netherlands’ … Continued