Affordable student life pt. 3 – Allowances
Here we are in our last segment on how to come to live in the Netherlands without worrying too much about money. You can find the first two episodes here: … Continue reading
7 Facts to Know About Leiden University
Whether you already are a student or planning to apply for, there are some key facts you should know about Leiden University. 1. Oldest university in the Netherlands Established by … Continue reading
On Moving Out: Getting Rid of Your Furniture
You’ve finished your study and plan to move out. You own furniture that you need to get rid of in a short period. Here are several options to consider: 1. … Continue reading
Festivals to look out for in the Netherlands
It’s finally festival time again, and why not put aside some money at the end of this year to experience one in the Netherlands? There are plenty around, and even … Continue reading
Holland has hills! – Day-trip to National Park Veluwezoom
The Netherlands is famous for its incredible flatness, and for good reason, more than a quarter of the country lies below sea-level! As a student coming from Wales, the land … Continue reading
The Joys of Dutch Public Transport
Seven months into my year in the Netherlands, and I continue to be amazed by the Dutch public transport system. Not only is it fantastically efficient (I don’t think I … Continue reading
A Semester at Leiden; More than Just Bikes
Vitamin D scarcity during the first semester doesn’t stop life in Leiden from unfolding in all its diversity. Read more about Dutch weather and the annual LUCIS Middle Eastern Culture Market here. 🙂
How did I end up in Accra, Ghana?
By special guest blogger: Eline Sleurink, African Studies student 2 months and counting in Accra, Ghana For the past 2 months I have been based at Impact Hub Accra, Ghana. … Continue reading
The Dutch Connection (part 1): multicultural Netherlands, global opportunities and Nour Project
The Dutch connection (as I have now coined this brand-meets-global-network) is very real within our globalised world, and the benefits to circulating within this network continue to surprise, the world over.
