Amsterdam students

One and a half semesters in, and here I am. I must say, it has been an incredible journey so far; many ups and downs, many new experiences, many learnings. Continue reading to get a blast from my past. Time and money management Having never lived alone and on my own previously, the added responsibilities -- cooking, cleaning, laundry, etc. – felt like a burden initially. Keeping up with studies, alongside maintaining a light social life and fulfilling all “responsibilities” w

A little more than one month since I landed in Amsterdam has passed and I discovered that life here happens on wheels. Yes, I know, this is no news for anyone. But what we don’t really hear about is how it feels like to be on wheels here. When you are riding through Amsterdam you are faced with beautiful views no matter where you. Literally, no exceptions. Either on your way to the university or to have dinner at your friend’s house or even to do your groceries at the closest

Here is a list of thngs that will make your life in Amsterdam easier: 1. The BSN number BSN, or 'burgerservicenummer' is a citizen service number (social security number) and is unique for everyone living in The Netherlands. It is required for a lot of authoritative purposes. You'll need it to: open a bank account, start a job, claim the student benefits and register at any online government portal. Your BSN will be provided to you when you register at the municipality (Gemee

There’s an event in town, you’ve lost your OV chipkaart, you’re waiting to get your next instalment of money again, considering the fact that you spent it all on partying and new pillow covers for your bedroom. You really want to go, it’s a free techno rave, or a street exhibition, or something else that would gain your interest. “How on Earth do I get there?!” A bicycle, a bicycle is what you need. If you showed up in this country without the knowledge that bicycles in this

Maybe the most characteristic thing about Amsterdam is the amount of bicycles on the street. So, when it comes to planning a life in this vibrant city, one of the first things every expat does is to buy a semi ruined bike. Riding a bike is an easy and super cheap way to move around town as well as a very fun and exciting physical activity. Nevertheless one should keep in mind many obstacles before starting an everyday bike adventure. Buying a bike First of all make sure that