LIVING IN THE NETHERLANDS FOR 3 MONTHS 🇳🇱 | What's it like?

Yep guys, for 3 months I am living in the Netherlands. 🇳🇱 Wondering what’s it like living as a foreigner in the Netherlands? Let’s find out in this video! And out of curiosity: are there any watchers who also moved to the Netherlands? Leave a comment! I would love to hear your thoughts and let's discuss our experiences!
Life in the Netherlands (or should I say 'life in Holland') has been really amazing so far. It's interesting to slowly get used (and adapt) to the Dutch culture and Dutch traditions. 🇳🇱
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[@LetsMeetAbroad]

☀Thanks for watching! Want to see more about moving to the Netherlands? Check out my experience after 7 months! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3epc3VrapyMeq8

[@singletonchannel]

Hello brother I want to relocate to the Netherlands I am currently in United Arab Emirates

[@Surya-jz6te]

This comment section is soo positive it makes me wanna cry! Thank you so much for being friendly and good people! The negativity almost makes you feel like the whole world is a bad place with a lot of bad people, when actually it's the complete opposite:)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

That is true. We are really greatfull to receive such a positive feedback from everyone. That just pushes us to make more videos for our community.

[@razarchtech9746]

I want to move to the Netherlands after the pandemic to study my PHD and I'm so happy that I found your channel and LOVED the videos😍👌keep up the good work💪🙌

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you!! 😊 We'll show you a lot more about the Netherlands this year 😄 Cheers, Adi & Myra

[@lucianotl9476]

Hello, I have lived in the Netherlands (Utrecht and Amersfoort). Now I live in Spain but I try to go there every year. I love the Netherlands, it is my second home!!! Thank you for your videos, I am so happy to watch them!!!!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hi Luciano, Utrecht and Amersfoort are so pretty! So cool that you have lived there. But Spain is also not bad haha ☀️ thanks for your support. Have a nice evening 😊 cheers Adi en Myra

[@ian184]

Spain is so much better quality of life though , NL is nice for holidays only

[@veggiesteww]

This video just makes me even more motivated to move to the Netherlands. I used to travel there almost every year (sometimes more than once) and I absolutely LOVEEE it. I can definitely see myself settling down in this country. Hopefully, by this summer, I can get my visa to finally live like a local! Love your videos by the way!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you so much! ☺ We really hope you can sort out your visa, it is a great country to life in! We can't wait for summer ☀️🌊

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome!

[@DaughterofJesusChrist-80]

I feel the exact same way... watching this makes me wanna move like yesterday!.. but in Gods perfect timing🙏

[@ian184]

Don't do it

[@lp9777]

the only problem in the nederlands is that people are VERY impatient, and sum area in nederland like zeeland, vlissigen or where farmers are, they really dont like outsiders, ive lived in nederland 12 years straight,besides thoses issues, thats a SUPER country to be in

[@daantjemaantje]

Peanutbutter on oliebollen? Me as a Dutch person, my body screams NOOOO. But somehow I also want to try it. 😂

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha.. I got the exact message from a few of my Dutch friends. However, you might either love it or hate it. There is no in between. Haha

[@herby4911]

Haha! Same here... 😂

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

@@herby4911 :D :D

[@ArjenHaayman]

nooooooooooooo

[@mourlyvold7655]

Why not try honingdrop with mayonaise?

[@JonBogdanove]

This slice-of-life stuff is not just fun, but hugely informative. Thanks for sharing these frank glimpses into your lives!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@dr.perfect6604]

This video was pretty inspiring, thank you for keeping it real and sharing this vibes with us! 🙏

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you so much. Really appreciate it 🙏🙏😊

[@alexusmay]

I've also moved to the NL about 4 months ago, in Bergen op Zoom. The Hague is beautiful, and I really enjoyed your video. I also miss all the opportunities to go out, travel, but as you've said, all we have to do is wait it out. Good luck and can't wait for the next video! Also, my favourites are the Bossebollen 😉 try those as well!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks so much for watching. Yeah, it's just the waiting game. We can't really do much about it rather than to be positive and get something good out of these times.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Omg just searched Bossebollen, they look fantastic. Ok, that's coming in the next video. Haha

[@Swaxdude]

@@LetsMeetAbroad You need to get the real ones in Den Bosch though. They have the original recipe and are the only ones allowed to use that recipe. And for sure it's much better than all the copies you'll find in supermarkets or bakeries in other places!

[@jyotiverma460]

Hey! I really enjoy your content. I am coming to the Netherlands for my further studies in August this year and your videos are making me more and more excited about it.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you Jyoti. Good luck with your studies 😃

[@marcellowilker2474]

Hello! I loved the video. The Netherlands is really amazing! I am gonna do my Erasmus there next month

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks for watching Marcello. :)

[@photobima]

man! your footage really wondeful, really enjoy ur video and give me an insight about how to live in nl, i move there next year with whole family

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Wao.. good luck 😉

[@shubhrasingh6642]

Good to see how you are adapting in Netherlands 😇😇keep posting we are waiting for more videos👌👌

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha Adi is slowly becoming a Dutchie. Wait for the video this weekend, you will be proud of him ❄⛄

[@hansiedelange515]

Hope the two of you are well. How is Adi's Dutch coming along? He is been a year in the Nederlands. Vriendelike groete uit Suid Afrika 🇿🇦

[@madcea888]

Hey! Just found your channel. This video is super helpful and gives us a great insight on life there! We are moving to the Netherlands this year and I'll be watching all your videos to get some pointers on the move. Great channel and content! Loving it so far!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you!! 😄 nice that you're moving here! You will enjoy it, I'm sure!!

[@dutchyjhome]

Once you have decided to live in another country, especially in a country on the other side of the world, you will go through all the steps of grieving: you say goodbye to family, friends and everything you are emotionally attached to in your original country. And don't underestimate it; this farewell can be compared with saying goodbye to someone who has fallen away from you. In addition, the home country and the conditions in the home country as you left it will not be the home country and the conditions in which you will find the it after years abroad for 2 reasons: 1. Your home country and the people who live there (family and friends) is/are subject to constant changes and evolution's, however small as they can be which you hardly notice when you live there, but all together most likely will provide you a completely different experience of your home country and that this is the reason that after years of absence your home country does no longer feel like your home country and your friends and even family the way you left it/them. 2. Like it or not, you'll still get used (socially, politically, climate-technically and more) to the host country where you stay for a number of years and this habituation changes your perspective with regard to many things to your homeland. Being critical in your home country with regard to matters that you previously never would have discussed in your home country will therefore occur more often than you would like. And you simply cannot have both; you will have to make choices. Structural choices that give you a future in your country of choice. By choosing a certain country, you distance yourself and say goodbye to the other country, including the people who live there, and you welcome the new country, the new language and the new culture and the new norms and values ​​and the people who live there just like yourself. Even if you would fully accept the host country or new country and you would fully integrate into this new country with the new language and the new culture and the new norms and values, you still will go through the complete grieving process of parting with regard to the old country. It is absolutely not possible to keep everything you had in the old country without hindering your integration in the new country. This really is a Black or White situation, you've gotta choose...so it's all about choices unfortunately. You simply can't have both. The grieving process is inevitable, but don't go into the grieving process without giving yourself a real chance of success in the host country or perhaps during permanent immigration; the new country. These are unfortunately the facts as they are. I wish you wisdom at your choices.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks for the insight. Very interesting what you are saying 👍😊

[@loumccarthy7252]

Cant wait to come and ride bikes. Thanks for information

[@ljclauson]

Hello from Seattle, I just found your channel and I like it very much. I like your enthusiasm with the olliebollen !

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you Linda!! 😊 haha oliebollen are just the best 🥰

[@chamilaranathunga4445]

I just want to know about countries .This is the best video I have seen about Netherlands .Thank you so much.Wish you good luck!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you so much :) :)

[@mrsrockbison]

Thank you for being so transparent. I am hoping to move this year to the NL, but I am scared of the job situation, because of Covid. I've started to apply for jobs now, even though I want to move in the Spring/Summer. I was actually supposed to move last Spring but the pandemic messed up my plans. Now I just feel frustrated for still being in the UK.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Yep the job situation is a bit of a challenge, but of course this also really depends on what kind of job you are searching for! If I had a car for example it would already be much easier to find a job! But don't let this stop you moving to the Netherlands. It's a beautiful country 😊😊

[@okkietrooy6841]

Ofcourse it depends a lot on the kind of work you are looking for. Being a native english speaker can be a big advantage. There are many international companies where most communication is in English. It is an asset if you would also speak Dutch but not always a requirement. Some companies might expect that you learn Dutch in due time. If you can handle another language besides English that could be an asset for example in the international companies but also in tourist Industry, hotels restaurants in Amsterdam and other large towns. You could even consider providing english conversation classes If you are able to explain grammar pitfalls. Another possibility is to start by entering the temporary workforce of an uitzendbureau. They provide companies with temporary personnel like for seasonal work, but it could also be as a temporary replacement for someone on pregnancy leave or for a sudden spoke in production. Normally they are not the nicest jobs and don't provide a lot of job security but it would provide you with some income and you have the chance to check out many different companies, and you will meet many different Dutch people. It are jobs as data-entry, different kinds of factory work, doing the dishes in a restaurant, help in an hospital, cleaning jobs, nurse (then you need a Dutch registration of your own certification), plumber, reception work, waiter, car mechanic, truck driver (If you have the right license), temporary jobs in tourist season, painter, helpdesk, calling center, etc. Etc. And It is not unusual that If you and the employer like each other that you end up with your own contract.

[@ian184]

They are so desperate for workers but it's very hard to find a place to rent .. its a full time job and super expensive and often without any floors

[@s.s.productions]

I appreciate the content and the quality of your video. The B-roll is very nicely shot and pleasant to look at. Good work!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you so much :)

[@VikasKumar-nq8if]

We (I and my wife) are planning to move to Hague by next month. See you around

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Ah that's nice. Good luck with moving to The Netherlands :)

[@spraakkanon]

It is actually The Hague or Den Haag, some Dutch people will perhaps don't understand which place you mean if you say Hague. Not that I can pronounce Indian names.

[@VikasKumar-nq8if]

@@spraakkanon agree my bad it's The Hague or Den Haag

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome!

[@ShreyaSingh-gq5fu]

The city looks beautiful. Keep posting more.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Yeah The Hague is lovely! More will come 😊 thanks for your support Shreya!

[@TrollTube66]

Love the video! Super helpful. I plan on moving to the Netherlands next year, perhaps a video in the future on Cost of living and budgeting would be super helpful!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Yes, sure. that's actually a good idea. We will make it soon. :)

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome

[@Soldknight324]

I live in Melbourne, Australia - have been thinking about moving to the Netherlands to do my Masters (Irish citizen also). Love the B-roll footage of Melbourne!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks Daniel!! Doing your Masters here will be a good choice, it's a really nice place to life 😊

[@ingridwatsup9671]

Australian AND Irish! We love you already. Bring a raincoat though and watch out for high rent-thieves. WELCOME

[@VulcanicYT]

ive lived here my whole life idk why im watching this but i guess it motivates me to stay ;)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha thanks for watching. We are glad that you are enjoying the video!

[@Thomas_98]

Tip!! If you forgot your bonus card at the Albert Heijn, ask the cashiers if you can use theirs! They are more than happy to scan it for you

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha yep good advice Tom! I actually just did the other day :) I will not happen to me 2 times haha

[@Thomas_98]

@@LetsMeetAbroad Good! That can easily safe you a few bucks👍

[@leigh5161]

Me and my husband plan to go there in Netherlands. Can you make also content or tips on how to moved in Netherlands. Greatly appreciated. Thank You!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you for watching Lean. Yes, for sure. We will keep that video idea in mind for our future video. 😃😃

[@ayandamkhize9971]

Also moving to the Netherlands in Amsterdam. Got a job offer there and will be moving with my husband. If you dont mind please post content expat living. thank you

[@patriciasantiago2341]

Thank you for this video! The NL is one of the places I want to visit. I live in Brooklyn, NY and I use my bike for pretty much everything! It looks so beautiful and the oliebollen, looks delicious!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

If you love cycling you should def visit the Netherlands 🤗 We really would like to go to NY! Already a dream for years haha

[@basvanderwerff2725]

1 thing about the oliebollen, they only around at the end of the year (they a new years thing)

[@rajivmenon8191]

How well you shot it cinematic 🙏🙏, i am impressed.. I too want to visit Netherlands

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you Rajiv!! 😊

[@koosmotormuis]

Fantastic video and comment! Tip! When the oliebollen are cold they are a bit "rubbery" 😂. Put each one 25 seconds in the Microwave and they are like reborn! Congrats with your Dutch girlfrend! Blond, long typical Dutch. Have fun and enjoy LIFE !

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha thaks!! Good tip for the oliebollen, try that next year haha

[@okkietrooy6841]

Spray them with little water before you put them in the microwave.

[@ellyreimert8973]

Loved to see your video, good quality . I was born and raised in Amsterdam, now living in U S state of Florida Part of me misses my country and have not been able to go back for a visit ( all my family and friends are there) because I do animal rescue and have no help to take care of them. Therefore thank you for this video it's nice to see my country.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you Elle, yes its amazing here

[@okkietrooy6841]

I have lived in the USA for a couple of years. My American Friends loved the cookies: Speculaas and Jan Hagel. There are a lot of different kinds of speculaas. Thin ones that can also be interesting on a slice of bread, with or without shaved almonds. But there are also very thick ones with whole almonds on them.

[@philsarkol6443]

Speculaas....is so lekker!!! I can't wait until my favorite bakery is selling them again from end of november till new year, is the only period they bake and sell them. So it remains a special delicacy....!!!

[@nkrknl6443]

I was born there lived there till I immigrated to US at age 23. It’s nice to see you’re adjusting. I grew up in Nieuwerkerk a/d Ijssel between Rotterdam and Gouda. So much has changed in 30+ years tho!

[@themoviem0ment]

Just wanna know where were you born and lived in during your childhood.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Adi is from India and he spent his childhood there.

[@dedeschuringa1529]

Try some Speculoos spread on those little yum yums!! Great video! Thanks to my dear friends, Michael Carmine and Lisa Assante for recommending this awesome video!!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks Dede. We will definetly try that. I had Bossche bol last night, someone recommended that in the comments as well, it was soooo good. Glad you liked our video :)

[@meganeo8099]

Hi Adi, love your videos. (and let me say, I envy your phisic :D) Awesome you are liking it till now. I moved here and am enjoying it quite a lot. Actually, i don't live far from you guys, almost down the street. The quality of your videos is awesome, and this last ones about the Netherlands (and specially the Hague) makes view thing in another perceptive, which is awesome. I will continue to watch your videos for sure. keep going and good luck for the future. Regards for you and Myra

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hello, thank for watching our videos. Glad that you are enjoying it here as well. It's gonna be more beautiful here in spring. Can't wait for that.

[@tineuhlig3202]

I love your youtube channel! It is very inspiring and makes me want to grab my camera and start filming! keep going!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks for the kind words. We are glad that our work inspired you in some way.

[@shawnodonahue1680]

Great videos and more over I love your story, similar to my own and how I met my wife. We too are considering relocating to the Netherlands from Los Angeles -but we will see how COVID will impact that in the coming year. As an architect, we will also have see what the professional transition to working there will be like. We have been to the Netherlands many times, and we feel more at home there than the many other places in the world we have traveled and lived. Great work! Keep it up!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks so much Shawn. Glad to hear that you found Netherlands amazing.

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome 🍺

[@iedzjee]

Hi Shawn, working as an architect here will be very different from working in the US I suppose. The good thing is that BIM engineers are in great demand here, so if you have experience in 3d moddeling it won’t be too big a challenge to find a job to start with. The building trade is not hard hit by Covid. Working as an architect you will have to be licenced. Contact the Bond van Nederlandse Architecten (BNA). Good luck!

[@DKlompsma]

Enjoy my home country, Adi! You just made me homesick ;-) Living in a different place myself I know it is hard to get to know a place. I am sure you will make it a success! Warm regards from Brooklyn, New York, USA

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks! True, it always takes time to get used to a new country, but my first impressions are great 😀 Can't wait to explore more of the Netherlands.

[@nkrknl6443]

I was born and raised in Nieuwerkerk a/d Ijssel, miss some aspects of the Old Country but so much has changed it’s just not home anymore! But all my family still live there! And some in Australia too.

[@shivhpatel]

Lovely insight and lovely editing 👌

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you Shiv :)

[@sudipchand2371]

Subs count doesn't matter I am watching you guys You will shine one day , the day is near ❤️🔥🔥

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks Sudip for your constant love and support. We really appreciate it :) :)

[@krandoshigoswami8577]

Hello, I am a student from India planning to pursue further studies in the Netherlands. How hard is it for an Indian to assimilate into the dutch culture? Is there a huge culture gap? I am scared to be on my own but I am in love with The Netherlands and its culture and I do hope to be studying there by next fall.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hello Krandoshi, It's a great place to do your studies. There is a big culture gap but in the end it all depends on how open you are to other cultures. If people for other countries show respect to the Dutch culture and are putting effort to be a part of if, then Dutch people are very welcoming. I would highly recommend to learn Dutch or know at least basic before you come here. It will help you a lot.

[@bencaspar]

My advice: be pro active. Dutch people are kind but it is hard to intergrate into their social lives. If you are looking for new friends go do an activity, like salsa dancing or rock climbing or a cooking class or volunteer work. If you like someone tell them you are new and would like to hang out, because you need new friends. Do not be too subtle, be straight forward about it. It is blunt and very direct.... but that's Holland.

[@shuangxu8315]

Wooo At the 1:14 mins of the video, that's Hawthorn in Melbourne!! The neighborhood where I used to hang when I went to Swinburne Uni. OMG, I miss Hawthorn, haven't been back to Australia for a year now. Also, planing of moving to the Netherlands in Aug with my partner. How is the weather in the Netherlands compare to Melbourne?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha yes, you got it right. Hawthorn is such a lovely place. Me and Myra used to hangout a lot there in summer. Hmmm the weather, it's kind of similar to Melbourne where it can rain any time but a lot colder than Melbs. Even when its sunny, there are cold winds which can be a bit annoying sometimes. But overall I would prefer Melbourne's weather over The Netherlands. Well... speaking of that, I have yet to experience the Dutch summer, so lets see!

[@tusharsabat3007]

Still figuring out to get those bonus cards .. Lol.. loved your video

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha it is complicated, isn't it ..

[@tusharsabat3007]

Good thing is Jumbo and Albert Heijn have moved to app based bonus cards. Just need to install the app and register for a digital bonus card .

[@rosavand7128]

Awesome video, I am planning to study there. Sooo, thanks .

[@jlokijones]

I love these videos. We are neighbors so I relate quite a lot.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks so much Lee. You live close by?

[@jlokijones]

@@LetsMeetAbroad Yep, I live over in Statenkwartier. :)

[@Digizella]

6-7 degrees Celsius is freezing cold? You won't last in Canada then! We are expecting 11 degrees tomorrow (March 30th) and that's like Spring to us!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

I think it is more about the mindset, when I was in india 13-14 degrees was cold, when I was in Australia 8-9 degrees was cold and when I am here 4-5 degrees is cold and there has been days in The Netherlands where it was -6 to -8 degrees, it is cold but stil doable

[@schatzeemilien625]

Hi! Beautifully done video. I would love to move to the Netherlands and am currently looking for roles within my company to make the move. Something that started worrying me.. how are Dutch people towards people of color/Asians?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks Schatze. Netherlands is an amazing place to be. Dutch people are really nice and friendly in general.

[@aishajong7092]

I have the same thoughts as you. As a Muslim and an Asian people, I do feel lil bit hesitate to move to Netherlands but I hope everything working fine for me and you too!

[@schatzeemilien625]

@@aishajong7092 Hi Aisha! I'm sorry it's a thought that even has to make you/me hesitate but I hope we're able to step out in courage and give it a try :)

[@soraya4890]

Your vlogs are so cozy. I also want to move to The Nederlands..

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you.. yes, it's beautiful here except for the rain in summer..haha

[@atuldeshmukh4471]

Bro I live in Canadian High Arctic.The tempreture goes up till -50C and 4 months 24 hours light and 4 months 24hours darkness.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

😱😱 I really can't image how that is!!

[@alexandruc.5128]

Where did you live there? What neighbourhood? It looks nice, and we're planning on moving back to the Netherlands soon. Thx!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hey Alexandru.. We lived in Den Haag.. its a good area to live.. but sometimes gets too packed ..

[@alexandruc.5128]

@@LetsMeetAbroad I know Den Haag, I was there for a few months in 2019. Still not as bad as Amsterdam in terms of being packed. I was more curious to know which neighbourhood in den Haag that was, where you live(d).

[@mixtape2640]

Yooo wth peanut butter op oliebollen?! I NEED to try that out, sounds delicious! Glad you're enjoying the netherlands!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha We had that exact reaction from a lot of people. Please let us know if you like it with peanutbutter. Thanks for watching :) :)

[@DonDorian416]

Thank you for this video a lot of knowledge I am American but want to explore The Netherlands looks beautiful

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

The Netherlands is a great place to explore 😊 and we would love to discover America haha

[@ritvarsrolis5734]

Netherland very beautiful,and good people!Thank you!🙂💗🙏

[@palantir135]

Peanut butter, lovely. Oliebollen, also lovely. The combination is a big no for Dutch people but if you like it, just do it your way. You have to learn Dutch to really integrate and learn to know the country. Try the Appie app in AH. You can use it to scan your shopping. If you fill in the Bonuskaartnummer in the app, if will automatically give you the bonus. Suger usage depends on the individual. I don’t use sugar at all.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha thanks for the tips and recommendations :) :)

[@keinedaten1640]

I never tried oliebollen....I should remember that next time in the Netherlands -- someday after Covid19....*sigh* Den Haag is beautiful....I have been there only on a daytrip. My husband had given me the "breakfast at the seaside" - treat for one of my birthdays and we went to Scheveningen. We later decided to visit Den Haag - and I really lost my heart there. Such a beautiful place....I remember we saw the parliament and did not know what kind of building it was. So I declared proudly (showing off): "They have a king, must be his castle" :-D....okay....or the Parliament ;-) .

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hey keine, Thanks for watching. You should definitely try oliebollen next time you are here. It's a must have thing in winters. Yes, Den Haag is such a beautiful place. Haha yes, the parliament buildings looks a bit like king's palaces, easy to get confused. I'm sure a lot of other people would have been confused too 😂

[@ingridwatsup9671]

… and try ‘poffertjes’ ofcourse.

[@clifffan3]

@@LetsMeetAbroad Parliament building its called het Binnen hof

[@anthonyescosio1167]

I am planning to work jn Netherlands, if not this year maybe next year!! Excited to move there! Currently I am ofw here in South Korea for 7years and counting.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hey Anthony, great to hear from you, Which city you will be living in in The Netherlands?

[@anthonyescosio1167]

Probably in Amsterdam

[@anthonyescosio1167]

Hope to meet you in Amsterdam

[@Anna-hr6kg]

Nice im coming to live in the Netherlands next year it will be our forever home with my family looking forward to our big move eventually.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

That sounds exciting Annita. Hopefully everything goes well! Good luck

[@vincenzodigrande2070]

I like peanut butter on croissants, so yeah, not surprised it also tastes great on oliebollen. Personally I prefer the oliebollen without raisins, and put some home made 'room' (A very thick type of custard) on it. yum!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha yes, it was actually really good.

[@StevanOutdoor]

Where are lot of the Dutch don't like the overwhelming amount of 'refugees' coming in I never met a Dutch person who had a problem with students, expats or partners. It's strange to me that our immigration and visa laws are so strict but basically everybody can walk in as a 'refugee'. Judging by the comments a lot of people responding are expats or (were) students. I have this friend in Brazil who wants to study medicine in The Netherlands and also work here. She is already learning Dutch and I can give her a temporary room to stay but at age 59 I really have no clue how the educational system works today most of all for foreign students. Any advice would be welcome. Thx in advance and also to the content maker for sharing your experiences.

[@Dutchbelg3]

Hi Adi and Myra, I love the pictural quality of your videos! You have to be a professional cinematograph ! Nice to see you (Adi) enjoy the Netherlands even if you do sometimes things in a different way ;-) No-I did not say "wrong".. Please could you also show the "other" parts of The Netherlands? The main cities are usual overrepresented in KZbin videos but there is (even though being a over-populated country) so many beautiful and peaceful spots left! Just go to Nieuwkoop and its wetlands and lake region. You can bike around beautiful places ! And pretty soon the flower-fields near Lisse and Hillegom!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hey Hans, thank you so much 😄 Adi is indeed working as a videographer as well :) Yep, in the coming months we will show all of the Netherlands, for now mainly the bigger cities, but as soon the weather is nice we're planning to go camping around the Netherlands. Can't wait ☀️

[@alekmekazh797]

Bro is possible to find job az pizza chef in restaurant, but if I don’t have permanent viza to work is ok. Can I find job , and if can tell me about the rent of there. Please

[@dilanirasangika4571]

Grate video..... We are Sri Lankan, We like to move Nedarlands. Could you please explain what are the legal requirements for move Nedarlands

[@Mrevolva]

very nice video, greetings from a dutchie

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you very much!

[@MJ-xv2uw]

Love ur video! Planning to move there but I know nothing about this wonderful country!😊

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks!! Hopefully our videos will give you an impression of the Netherlands 😃

[@okkietrooy6841]

There are quite a few video's about the Netherlands on you tube. Many video's about experienced of people omging to the Netherlands, what kind of places to visite outside Amsterdam but also video's about how the Dutch gained land from the sea, how the Dutch prevent flooding, how the traffic infrastructure is designer for safety for everybody.

[@dutchymarketing5218]

I'm from the Netherlands now living in sunny LA . I miss the food and the culture but not the weather.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha that very true :)

[@unnmutedstudio]

We are moving to The Hague in the next following months.. And whatching your videos are really helpful ❤

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Ah nice. We enjoy living in The Hague so much. Thank you for watching our videos and good luck with moving here :)

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome!

[@TTTzzzz]

Toasted 'krentenbrood' with butter and peanut butter is excellent!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha yes it is :)

[@jijbuizen]

Peanut butter on your oliebollen? Alright, never saw anyone do that before hahahahah .. Enjoy, great vid....Grtzzzz Utrecht

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

It is actually really good haha

[@Machospecimen]

Hello Brother! Loved this video & I understand you have moved from India. If yes, how much of a change was it, going from India. And where in India are you put up. Netherlands is just a beautiful place. Hoping to visit in the near future =)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hello Nithin, I first moved to Australia for my masters so that helped a lot with adjusting in the Netherlands

[@alexandergrofics1885]

Hello, welcome to the Netherlands!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks Alexander 🙂🙂

[@monicaliu6096]

My partner and I are moving to Den Haag from Canada this July for grad school! Can't wait to explore the city (with COVID safety in place of course haha.) Did you have to quarantine when you moved there in Janurary? How did you do groceries/find food every day? I'm assuming you could just order Skip the Dishes etc.?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hi Monica, oh you will love Den Haag! Especially in July it must be so beautiful here 😀 yep, I had to quarantine, but Myra already got me a lot of groceries so it was easy to survive haha

[@monicaliu6096]

@@LetsMeetAbroad Awe I can't wait! Thank you! Love the content you and Myra are putting out :)

[@okkietrooy6841]

Just search on google for supermarkt and the name of your town/village and you will find all the supermarkets in your neighbourhood. An easy way would be to ask someone in your neighbourhood. You can be unlucky and meet a cranky person but most Dutch people are friendly (unless they are running late for work or to pick up their kids) and speak enough english to help you out or will find someone who can help you. When you are in a grocery store you can always ask an employee for help or just another shopper. Asking them: Can you help me is enough. And If you need an item that is not in the store just als someone where you have to go to buy it.

[@StevanOutdoor]

Ok. You are probably here now and didn't have to quarantine. What bothers me is The Netherlands still requires full vaccination. There's many options for getting groceries delivered at extra cost of course. I did not wear a facediaper on the street or in a grocery store once. The Dutch are pretty good at breaking/bending the rules. So I hope you made it and have fun.

[@18debasmita]

I am planning to move in NL soon from Australia but scared too. I am a RN here with 2 years experience. I don’t know the job market there. I don’t speak Dutch either.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hi, it's a bit hard in the beginning, but that's normal. Luckily most people talk english here :)

[@okkietrooy6841]

I have the impression that there are for sure possibilities. Better to figure now If you can transfer your certificate as a licensed nurse to a certificate as a Dutch licensed nurse. You could maybe als the Dutch Embassy. If top want to work in a general hospital not being able to speak Dutch could be an handicap. Most Dutch people do speak English but it does not come naturally to everybody. If you are seriously ill you possibly would not want to use extra energy to communicate in English. The same holds for the family of such a patiënt. Maybe there are possibilities in areas were many non-native speakers live or work. Then it can be an asset if you are a native speaker. Or for example at the first aid station at the airport or in the harbor. If in those situation you work in a team, then the other nurse can help out if you need to communicate in Dutch. Another possibility could be to work as a surgery nurse if you have those qualifications. Dutch maybe sound very difficult at first, but it is relatively easy for english speaking people. The two languages are from the same family and have many worss in common. Also by the time you know the pronounciation rules, it is not that hard to figure out how to pronounce a written Dutch word. What can help If you want to learn Dutch quickly is to listen to childrens TV shows. Start with Sesame street? And read Dutch childrens books. Listen to commercials on television was very helpful to me for learning family live english when I lived in the USA.

[@kuyajhong]

i've been to NL from '15-'16 and i would love to go back there in the future

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

It's a great place to be 😄

[@the100guy]

I would move in a heartbeat

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha you're welcome!! 😁

[@Thebeast-tt7dd]

Hey is there any language barrier over there ?? Or people are comfortable with english . Secondly is it good idea to go there for studies ??

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Most of the people know english here in The Netherlands, but it's handy to know little bit of Dutch becuase all the signs are in Dutch and local people appreciate it. I am not sure if It's a good ides to study here or not, I did my studies back in Australia(easy to blend in there because english is the main language).

[@Thebeast-tt7dd]

@@LetsMeetAbroad thanks for the reply , love your videos

[@baskoning9896]

You should do a special about drop: try different kinds, hard, soft, sweet, salty, from different brands. At least include katjes drop (venco), honingdrop (venco) and muntendrop (klene) if you can, find a speciality shop, and ask for original 'trekdrop' Some drop you will most likely not like: dubbelzoute drop, its verrrrrrry salty, and an acquired taste.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks for the recommendation. I think I have tried some of them, few were good but rest was really sour. But they are really addictive. Haha

[@kirstenlouwes6852]

Could you please make a video about how your did it with your visas?m

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

We might do!

[@craig1115]

I'm immigrating to nl in june I'm south african I hope it wont be too difficult!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Good luck Craig 🙂 hopefully everything goes well ☺️☺️

[@tahamaradias9470]

Can you Share how you managed to rent a house for a short term ,3 months?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hi Tahamara, I was living in Mlyra's (my girlfriend) house so I didn't have to search for it but there are a lot you facebook groups about expats in The Netherlands, you can find there people posting about houses :)

[@basvanderwerff2725]

peanut butter on an oliebol got to give that a try

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha just a few more weeks and they are back!! 😄

[@disharaleaa9064]

Hey there, I was wondering if you can give me a bit of guidance as to how to apply for a bonus card. I am a few months away from moving to the Hague and I would like a little bit of clarity so life could be a little bit easier :)), thanks!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hey Disha! That's exciting, you will love The Hague! A bonus card is easy to get in the supermarket (Albert Heijn). Most of the other things like a travel card (ov-chipkaart) is also easy to get, there are enough information points :) People here are friendly enough to help sorting stuff out 😁

[@disharaleaa9064]

@@LetsMeetAbroad Thank you for your help! I look forward to the new experiences :)

[@Catelixs]

What about the frikandellen? (Dutch snack)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

We're vegetarian, so maybe we try the vega frikadellen once 😁

[@touraneindanke]

Cold? Put something on your head especially when on your bike 🍀

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Yep, should become a habit haha

[@paparazzina1]

May I ask which camera you use to make your videos

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hi, we are using this camera: amzn.to/3niRJqd and with this lens: amzn.to/2KKnuuB It’s the best combination! We highly recommend the camera and the lens. We will make a review video about them really soon! Just let us know if you have more questions! 😁

[@garinchahermelijn9133]

How did I ended up here, lol? I am living all my life in the Netherlands, but If I can I would be so happy to live in Spain. That would feel like home and it would be so much better to live in!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

In my opinion, there is no perfect place. There are always pros and cons about living in any part of the world.

[@markrutte5637]

netherlands #1 !

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Is it not Netherlands #2 ;)

[@switzerlandch4986]

Omg Mark Rutte

[@switzerlandch4986]

@@LetsMeetAbroad No. No.

[@MrRvpatil]

After watching this video it reminds my initial days in Netherlands. I also did so many stupid things ;) it was hard to understand the few things like you mentioned bonus card ;)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Hahaha even after 1 year it is still hard to understand everything here! 😜

[@hunchbackaudio]

Whoa, pindakaas on an oliebol, never tried that before. But it works on a krentebol, so why not. By the way, only the Albert Hein has this stupid bonus card, all other supermarkets give you all the discounts without any kind of card.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Haha yes, some dutchies would freak out with that combination.. haha Yes, I eventually figured out the bonus card system. Haha

[@twinkalink8687]

Questions to any person who has visited/lived/or lives in the Netherlands: Would I be fine going to the Netherlands only knowing English? Or would I need to learn Dutch for jobs or simply ordering food? Also is there like a certain part of the Netherlands that mostly speaks English more than the rest? . I am trying to learn Dutch on Duolingo tho 😂

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

We can answer this 😄 you will be completely fine with just English, especially in and around the larger cities (amsterdam, den haag, rotterdam)! There are also enough English jobs in this region! But, knowing a bit of Dutch will make your life easier!

[@expatfamilylive9041]

You create fantastic content! Enjoyed so much!!!!!👍

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thank you so much! 🤗 happy to hear. Cheers, Adi & Myra

[@poonams448]

Is civic intergration exam compulsory to get visa for netherlands?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

That depends on what visa are you getting But for a partner visa,it's a must.

[@ChocolateBoxPhotography]

lovely video :)

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks maaaatee

[@NeoOnyx]

I think I recognize the street you live in. I’m not going to name it, but it’s in Voorburg. I know because my friend lives in the same street 😊 Anyway, I just wanted to say I always enjoy your video’s a lot. Keep up the good work 😁👍🏻

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

haha pretty obvious isn't it. Maybe you catch us filming in that street sometime. haha. Thanks so much for watching our videos. We are glad that you are enjoying them :)

[@NeoOnyx]

Lol, that would be super fun, if I were to catch you guys filming. I’d make sure to say hi if I do 😉 I hope you both can still make vlogs even if we are in lockdown and under curfew.

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

@@NeoOnyx Yes, please say hi. Can be funny but a big moment for us that, someone who watches our videos and we get to meet them to say thanks in person. Yeah, hope the lockdown ends soon.

[@joycevanrossum1811]

But kids just don't seem to feel the cold... It's the most amazing thing. I had so many layers last week otherwise I would not have survived

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Yes, I can tell. Even with the snow last week, they were just chilling outside all the time. And we were wearing so many layers as well. Two layers of hand gloves too 😂😂

[@MichaelCarmine]

Love it. My family and I have been here since end of July 2020. We moved from South Korea to The Hague. We are from the US. We have absolutely fell in love with the Netherlands. So much so, we want to retire here. For the majority of my life I have lived in warm sunny places. The cold will take some time to get used to as you stated in the video. Keep up the great work. Perhaps will meet on the street someday. Cheers!!

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Thanks so much Michael. Wao, South Korea to The Hague, that's a big change. That's good to hear that you love the NLs so much. Yes, if there was no restrictions, would love to meet in person. I am glad that you are enjoying our videos. Thanks again 😊

[@koosmotormuis]

Welkom! Welcome 🍺!

[@martzenvandenbroek]

Adi, do you mean aditya? Are you from Malaysia or india originally?

[@LetsMeetAbroad]

Aditya :) yep, from India

[@mbontekoe3358]

Why does every one who make these videos believe that Amsterdam is the Netherlands, they should try living outside "Everyone speaks English" I live 100km outside of Amsterdam and not only do few speak English, also few speak Dutch by choice ans as a stranger you are treated with some suspicion To the east more speak German as a 2nd language I have only lived here for 35 years

[@rajivmenon8191]

Beautiful dop👌👌

[@mg79277]

I wish i could live there. 💕