Tag Archives: Netherlands
Netherlands: What’s Happening in February Posted by heather on Feb 2, 2012
We are already into the second month of 2012. The time seems to speed by. So, what can you expect in the Netherlands for the month of February? Here are some of the highlights: Friesland – Now that the temperatures have finally dropped and winter appears to truly have arrived, the province of Friesland is…
Maritime Museum Rotterdam Posted by heather on Jan 19, 2012
“Situated in the bustling heart of Rotterdam, the Maritime Museum Rotterdam is one of the world’s top maritime museums. It was founded in 1874 and is the oldest maritime museum in the Netherlands.” – Maritime Museum Rotterdam website The Maritime Museum is located in the city centre of Rotterdam, about half way between Central Station…
Happy New Year and Learning Dutch Resolutions Posted by heather on Dec 29, 2011
It was a bit odd realising that today’s post would be my last post in 2011 for the Transparent Language Dutch blog. The year has really gone by very snel (fast). Today I wanted to tell you about some of the things that happen in the Netherlands for the New Year’s celebration and hear about…
Things to Do in December Posted by heather on Dec 6, 2011
If you haven’t realised it already, it is December – one of my favourite months in the year. And just what Dutch goodies can you look forward to for the month? Here’s a small selection. Dickens Festival – Visiting Deventer from the 17th of December until the 18th of December might make you think you…
Using Online Newspapers to Improve Your Dutch Posted by heather on Nov 8, 2011
Have you been looking for a way to improve your Dutch? Maybe you were looking for a way to increase your vocabulary, or to improve your comprehension skills or you just wanted some real-world examples of Dutch in use. Well, perhaps online newspapers/news sites are something for you. Not only do online newspapers/new sites provide…
November in the Netherlands Posted by heather on Nov 1, 2011
Can you believe that another month is upon us and that before we know it, 2012 will be knocking at our door? I know I can’t. Fall and winter are actually my favourite times of the year. I love the cold, the scented candles, the festive atmosphere and of course the food. The Netherlands during…
Driest Spring, Wettest Summer Posted by heather on Sep 2, 2011
It is a regular conversation point to talk about the weather and now it seems there is a very good reason to do so. According to the national weather service, the KNMI, this summer was the wettest summer in the Netherlands since 1906. If your summer BBQ was rained out, it was probably because of…