The hospitality industry in Haarlem and its surrounding areas is adjusting to rapid shifts in Dutch weather as temperatures are expected to rise to over 25 degrees Celsius this weekend. Local businesses are preparing for the sudden transition from autumn-like conditions to summer heat to accommodate visitors.
Approximately 80 percent of women wear the incorrect bra size, making the purchase of new lingerie or swimwear a difficult task. Experts highlight that Dutch women buy an average of 1.5 bras annually, and this guide provides tips for finding the correct fit for comfort and aesthetics.
Roxane Swager from Watergang honors her heritage and family through tattoos, including a piece dedicated to her late grandmother. During a 2024 trip to Tahiti to meet her biological family, she received a traditional Polynesian tattoo to commemorate the journey.
An investigation into the costs of buying a round of drinks at terraces in Haarlem provides locals with an estimate of what they will spend when socializing. The study looks at typical prices for drinks when treating friends or family at outdoor cafes across the city.
The Haarlem municipality has decided to proceed with a housing development that requires the demolition of historical remains of the 1897 Conradwerf shipyard, which were recently rediscovered hidden inside a 1970s office building. While the site is recognized for its significant industrial heritage value, officials opted to relocate specific architectural elements rather than preserve the structure in place to meet the urgent demand for new homes. Heritage advocates have criticized this choice, arguing that the relocation plan effectively destroys the historical integrity of the city's industrial past.
Forest ranger Jeroen Engelhart highlights the thriving wildlife, including amphibians and nesting birds, within the Amsterdamse Waterleidingduinen near Zandvoort. The area's clean water supports a healthy ecosystem where various species maintain a natural balance during the busy spring breeding season.