Lifestyle News in English
Latest lifestyle headlines from Dutch news, translated into English.
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Renting a car in Ibiza is becoming expensive, if they are even available
Rental car availability on the island of Ibiza has decreased significantly, leading to a sharp rise in prices. Travelers booking for early August are now paying up to 50% more compared to the previous...
Have you seen Motya, Elza or Dozie? These 15 pets are missing in Haarlem
Fifteen pets have been reported missing in Haarlem over the past week. Local residents are being urged to keep an eye out for animals such as Motya, Elza, and Dozie.
Mystery solved: this is why a 30-meter-high mast is floating in the IJ
A large 30-meter-high mast known as 'De Zenmast' located in the IJ river in Amsterdam has finally been explained to the public. The structure serves as an artistic installation rather than a functiona...
Father of deceased cyclist Nina starts petition for safety of De Ronde Hoep cycling route
The father of a 21-year-old cyclist who died in a collision with a tractor on the De Ronde Hoep route has launched a petition calling for improved traffic safety. He is urging local authorities to imp...
North/South line route shortened, shuttle buses between Noorderpark and Central Station
Metro service on the Noord/Zuidlijn in Amsterdam was disrupted this morning following a collision on the tracks between Noorderpark and Rokin stations. The GVB has deployed shuttle buses between Noord...
Comedian Kirsten van Teijn expecting first child
Cabaret artist Kirsten van Teijn has confirmed she is expecting her first child. The baby is due in mid-October, and the 37-year-old performer expressed great happiness regarding the news.
It started with insulation, but energy coaches are now also helping to prevent heat stress
Energy coaches from the initiative De Groene Hub in Amsterdam-Zuidoost are expanding their services to help residents mitigate heat stress in their homes. By providing practical adjustments like shade...
Rick runs 246 kilometers and has his sweat measured: "He is a salty sweater"
Ultrarunner Rick van der Burg from Weesp is preparing for the 246-kilometer Spartathlon in Greece. To optimize his performance, he underwent a sweat analysis in Hilversum, which revealed that he loses...
More people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left
Last year, 39 more people moved to Haarlem from abroad than left the city, according to Statistics Netherlands (CBS). The largest group of new arrivals consisted of 235 individuals from Ukraine.
Pink banknotes and unity during Pride Haarlem: "Too special to spend"
The third edition of Pride Haarlem featured a large Pride March and community festivities centered around the theme of unity. A unique highlight of the event was the introduction of specially designed...
Nature club loses everything in fire: I feel like a part of me is missing, like I've been amputated
A fire at a storage shed in Amsterdam's Sportpark Middenmeer has destroyed all equipment belonging to the volunteer nature organization 'Natuur, je beste buur'. Coordinator Els de Vos reported that es...
Reality series about Frans, Gerard and Wolter: we love watching folk singers
Dutch singers Frans Bauer, Gerard Joling, and Wolter Kroes are opening up their private lives to camera crews for new reality series. The show aims to connect with viewers by highlighting the ordinary...
Summer clothing is flying off the shelves: experts say these summer dresses are a must-have
As summer sales begin, fashion experts have identified seven key dress trends that are currently popular. Consumers are encouraged to take advantage of the discounted prices to update their wardrobes ...
Gert had been director of his family business for years, then he was done: 'There had to be more in the world'
After decades as the director of his family business, 58-year-old Gert decided to resign to travel and explore new experiences. He shared his story of taking on various side jobs in the Netherlands to...
Twenty years of nature conservation work goes up in flames after fire at Middenmeer sports park: ‘We will really have to start over’
Undocumented man may not be evicted from shelter: "No good alternative"
A court has ruled that a Ghanaian man with schizophrenia can remain in his supported housing facility in Amsterdam for now, despite his expired residence permit. The judge determined that evicting him...
The great Amsterdam festival guide for 2026: where you want to go this summer
This article provides a comprehensive guide to the summer festival season in Amsterdam for 2026. It highlights a variety of events, including techno, theater, and music performances, to help residents...
A joke turns Cas's (35) life from Helmond completely upside down: 'My father was not my father'
Cas Reijnders discovered that his father was not his biological parent after a lighthearted investigation into his origins turned serious. He uncovered evidence of malpractice involving sperm donation...
Mick Harren's girlfriend treated again after complications
Kim, the partner of Mick Harren, is facing new health complications just days after being treated in intensive care following her recent delivery. She remains under medical care as she deals with thes...
Cees Geel's family opens digital condolence register for work memories
The family of actor Cees Geel, who passed away earlier this week, has opened a digital condolence register. They are inviting the public to share memories of Geel and his professional work on this pla...
Veerle moved to England: 'Even buying a sponge was suddenly an adventure'
Veerle, originally from Haarlem, moved to Reading, England, last year. She shares that the experience of emigrating involves adjusting to small, everyday tasks that can become challenging in a new cou...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. Inspired by a 48-year-old performance by Max Ne...
Underwater concert at Marnixbad: "Almost a meditative experience"
Visitors at the Marnixbad swimming pool in Amsterdam are attending a unique underwater concert created by artists Pak Yan Lau, Thomas Jaspers, and Herman van den Muijsenberg. The performance, which dr...
If you are looking for subtlety, Nikotin is not for you: these are flavors with exclamation marks (8.5)
Actor Maarten Heijmans' Amsterdam: 'My bikes have been stolen more often by the city than by a junkie'
Curator Justin's style: 'Black helps ground me, I wear white for energy'
The 26 of 26: these are Amsterdam's biggest young talents according to Het Parool
