The importance of taking a break
This article addresses all students, those who are succeeding in their studies and those who are struggling through difficulties and failures. Luckily enough, you are all good in the end. … Continue reading
Exploring The Neighbouring Towns of Leiden – Part Wassenaar
Finally, we have long day times and bright sunshine over the Netherlands. It calls for having more outdoor activities for me. Then it suggests a good period of time to … Continue reading
Let’s Go to a Concert!
Are you looking for a cool new band to follow? Or maybe just in the mood for some good live music? Whatever it is you’re looking for, I’ve got you … Continue reading
The Bookworm’s Guide to Leiden
Love reading? Well, hopefully, this guide will help you get your reading on! I present to you a few recommendations for all that concerns reading- where to buy your books, … Continue reading
How-To: Biking Through the Tulip Fields
It’s warm outside, the sun is shining, and flowers are blooming all around. You’ve got it- it’s spring! Here in the Netherlands, it means something else, too- tulip season! … Continue reading
Teylingen, the ruins of a medieval castle a stone’s throw away from Leiden
The weekend before last I visited the ruins of the medieval castle of Teylingen. The weather was amazing, as spring is finally here. The day was sunny and actually a … Continue reading
Explore The Netherlands on Your Day Off – Saturday in Breda
After my last exam period, this was my first Saturday off. As much as I love being in Leiden, Saturday is the day I enjoy being here the least, because … Continue reading
The Fun Forest: A Climbing Adventure with ISN Amsterdam (or: how to find cool activities on Facebook)
Who said that students from Leiden can’t go on activities in other cities? You’ve got it- no one! And when those activities involve things that you can’t do around the … Continue reading
Part 4 of Food in Leiden: Potluck!
One of the great joys of studying abroad is being part of the international community. The friends I’ve met since moving here come from all over the world, and with … Continue reading
Students vs food waste: the Conscious Kitchen initiative
There could be no better follow-up to the climate strikes of these months than to go out and eat delicious and sustainable food, especially if cooked by fellow students. I … Continue reading
