Simone Jacobs

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Editor for the Netherlands at IamExpat Media. Simone studied Genetics and Zoology at the University of Pretoria in South Africa before moving to the Netherlands, where she has been working as a writer and editor since 2022. One thing she lo... show more
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Amsterdam Dance Event expands to new location in WestergasAmsterdam Dance Event expands to new location in Westergas
First public charging network for e-bikes launches in AmsterdamFirst public charging network for e-bikes launches in Amsterdam
Safety warnings issued for 164 swimming locations in the NetherlandsSafety warnings issued for 164 swimming locations in the Netherlands
Majority of people in the Netherlands have easy access to food and funMajority of people in the Netherlands have easy access to food and fun
Railway line between Amsterdam and Alkmaar to be upgradedRailway line between Amsterdam and Alkmaar to be upgraded
More than 20 Dutch municipalities call for national fatbike regulationsMore than 20 Dutch municipalities call for national fatbike regulations
Mailing letters to Dutch addresses cheaper from Germany than the NetherlandsMailing letters to Dutch addresses cheaper from Germany than the Netherlands
3x as many public toilets for men as for women during Pride Amsterdam3x as many public toilets for men as for women during Pride Amsterdam
Summer temperatures return to the Netherlands with highs of up to 35CSummer temperatures return to the Netherlands with highs of up to 35C
NS blocks temporary digital bank cards due to fraud by fare dodgersNS blocks temporary digital bank cards due to fraud by fare dodgers
Union calls for year of parental leave to ease pressure on Dutch childcareUnion calls for year of parental leave to ease pressure on Dutch childcare
Dutch train tickets cost same as European average despite rising pricesDutch train tickets cost same as European average despite rising prices
Buienradar forecasts 40C temperatures and hurricane winds due to errorBuienradar forecasts 40C temperatures and hurricane winds due to error
Average price of a new car in the Netherlands rises above 50.000 eurosAverage price of a new car in the Netherlands rises above 50.000 euros
Europe’s speed marathon kicks off in the Netherlands this weekEurope’s speed marathon kicks off in the Netherlands this week
Unrealistic promises from politicians worsen Dutch housing crisis, say expertsUnrealistic promises from politicians worsen Dutch housing crisis, say experts
Ouwehands Zoo welcomes first koala ever born in the NetherlandsOuwehands Zoo welcomes first koala ever born in the Netherlands
Zandvoort residents fake road closures on Google Maps to deter touristsZandvoort residents fake road closures on Google Maps to deter tourists
Cloudy and rainy weather forecast for final weekend of Pride AmsterdamCloudy and rainy weather forecast for final weekend of Pride Amsterdam
Dutch airports can scrap 100ml liquid limit for hand luggage with new EU rulesDutch airports can scrap 100ml liquid limit for hand luggage with new EU rules
NS launches glamping at Utrecht Centraal for new students without housingNS launches glamping at Utrecht Centraal for new students without housing
August 2025: 7 things expats in the Netherlands need to knowAugust 2025: 7 things expats in the Netherlands need to know
More Dutch rental agents request sensitive financial information before viewingsMore Dutch rental agents request sensitive financial information before viewings
Uber and Bolt drivers to strike on evening of the Amsterdam Pride ParadeUber and Bolt drivers to strike on evening of the Amsterdam Pride Parade
NS to launch pilot scheme arming security staff with batonsNS to launch pilot scheme arming security staff with batons
Dutch passport crowned world’s fourth strongest in Henley Passport IndexDutch passport crowned world’s fourth strongest in Henley Passport Index
People in the Netherlands have longest working lives in Europe, study findsPeople in the Netherlands have longest working lives in Europe, study finds
Dutch planetarium to auction off giant 4,6-billion-year-old meteoriteDutch planetarium to auction off giant 4,6-billion-year-old meteorite
Artis Zoo in Amsterdam to relocate sea lions to SingaporeArtis Zoo in Amsterdam to relocate sea lions to Singapore
Surge in last-minute bookings for summer travel due to poor Dutch weatherSurge in last-minute bookings for summer travel due to poor Dutch weather
Dutch trains arrive on time more often, despite serious disruptionsDutch trains arrive on time more often, despite serious disruptions
Cheaper areas outside the Randstad becoming more popular among homebuyersCheaper areas outside the Randstad becoming more popular among homebuyers
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