Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
Do you always pee 'just in case' before leaving? Why that is a bad idea
Urologist Bart Schrier and pelvic physiotherapist Liesbeth de Nekker explain why the habit of 'just peeing before departure' can be counterproductive for bladder health. They provide expert advice on ...
Dutch tourists flee massive wildfires on the Costa Brava: It looked like everything was on fire
Dutch tourists in Spain's Costa Brava have been forced to evacuate or remain on high alert following a massive wildfire near La Bisbal. Thick smoke from the blaze has covered surrounding coastal towns...
Video | Famous stars arrive for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding
Famous stars arrived for the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. The ceremony was held behind closed doors.
ANWB: nearly half of Dutch people not going on vacation this summer
According to research by the ANWB, 52 percent of the Dutch population plans to go on vacation this summer. This figure indicates a continued decline in holiday travel compared to previous years, with ...
KLM names Dries Roelvink best-dressed passenger of the last five years
KLM has named singer Dries Roelvink the best-dressed passenger of the last five years. Roelvink celebrated the recognition by sharing a photo of himself in a suit while holding a cake at Schiphol Airp...
How the Tour de France cycles into our lives
As the Tour de France begins this weekend, the event is set to influence cycling culture across the Netherlands. The article explores how the popular French race impacts daily life for Dutch fans.
Mushroom coffee, croissants and organic strawberries: Nanja wakes up pleasantly at the Botermarkt in Haarlem
Food enthusiast Nanja Pol visits the Botermarkt in Haarlem to explore local culinary offerings. During her trip, she focuses on sourcing organic ingredients for a morning breakfast.
One last time Formula 1 in Zandvoort: what you need to know about the very final Dutch Grand Prix
The Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort will host its final Formula 1 race from August 21 to 23, 2026. This event marks the conclusion of the racing tradition in the Zandvoort dunes.
Delflandplein neighborhood now officially a nuisance area: People still clearly involved in drugs
The Delflandpleinbuurt in Amsterdam has been officially designated as a nuisance area by the municipality due to ongoing issues with drug trafficking, public drug use, and intimidation. This classific...
The future of Dutch sing-alongs is clear at De Amsterdamse Zomer
Dutch-language party music and sing-alongs are experiencing a surge in popularity in the Netherlands. The Amsterdamse Zomer event at the Olympic Stadium is currently showcasing this trend with a three...
From Belgium to Israel and Turkey: Telstar icon Glynor Plet on his career highlights, missing his family, and locker room humor. I sat in the trash can to scare the coach
Former Telstar striker Glynor Plet reflects on his extensive football career, which spanned across various countries including Israel and Turkey. Now 39 and retired for three years, he shares personal...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married in New York in the presence of celebrities
Taylor Swift and American football player Travis Kelce were married on Friday evening at Madison Square Garden in New York. The ceremony was attended by approximately one thousand guests, including nu...
May we buy your land? The hunt for campsites to turn into luxury parks is in full swing, but who benefits?
Real estate developers are actively pursuing owners of traditional campgrounds in the Netherlands to purchase their land for multi-million euro deals. The proposed plan involves redeveloping these sit...
The dog, the axe, the forest and the yellow jersey. Visiting Joop Zoetemelk (79): I remain a world champion and Tour winner after all
Former Tour de France winner Joop Zoetemelk reflects on his legendary cycling career as he nears his 80th birthday. Despite the passage of time, he remains a celebrated figure who famously won the Tou...
Soapbox race in Wijk aan Zee celebrates 75th edition with spectacular runs down the beach ramp
The soapbox race in Wijk aan Zee celebrates its 75th anniversary with 22 participants racing custom-built vehicles down the beach entrance. This traditional event features competitors speeding down th...
Quick-fire poet Jan de Cler wrote the verses for ‘Hup Holland hup’ live during the Oranje matches
Theater maker Ellen Dikker: It is ridiculous that an atmosphere has developed where social housing tenants are seen as losers
Podcast maker Rebecca Boektje's Amsterdam: 'I don't care for those restaurants that cook with foams and garnishes'
Levant is comfortable and classic, but is being overtaken by new Turkish businesses
US woman (40) has lived in Amsterdam for ten years: 'The free spirit, the alternative: that is the essence of Amsterdam to me'
Outdoorsy Juanita (62) misses her backyard dearly but needs help making it accessible again
Many young adults have no room to think about the future: 'They are growing up in a financially toxic environment'
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Barbara Tammes (59) gives Parool readers assignments in 'more flexible thinking' this summer
Travel companion full of words: Brankele Frank, Splinter Chabot and 9 other writers share their ideal summer book
City executive board stands by Kolenkit relocation plans: "Unfortunately sometimes leads to disappointment"
Amsterdam's executive board remains committed to the relocation project in the Kolenkitbuurt, despite acknowledging that matching residents with suitable new housing sometimes causes disappointment. O...
RTL takes a break from Married At First Sight: 'Unrelated to UK controversy'
RTL has announced a pause for the program Married at First Sight. The broadcaster confirmed that the search for new contestants has not yet begun, clarifying that this decision is unrelated to controv...
Halsema on Osdorp explosion: "No reports received that could have prevented this"
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema stated that the city received no specific warnings regarding explosive activity prior to a major blast in the Osdorp neighborhood that injured seven people. While residen...
Have you seen the djembe player anywhere? Seniors fully enjoy the Volbloeiers senior festival at Landgoed Akerendam
Over 350 seniors participated in the fourth edition of the Volbloeiers theater festival, held at the Akerendam estate in Beverwijk. Attendees enjoyed a variety of performances and workshops tailored s...
Why the public outrage, Henk Spaan asks. Van Dijk played much better than public opinion gave him credit for
Columnist Henk Spaan defends Virgil van Dijk's recent football performances, arguing that the public criticism directed at the player is unwarranted. Spaan evaluates the performances of several player...