Celebrating Sint Maarten on November 11

Celebrating Sint Maarten on November 11

Culture and History, Kids

Each year, on November 11th, children in several parts of The Netherlands, celebrate Sint Maarten by ligthing up the streets with lanterns, singing songs, and sharing in the spirit of kindness and giving. While Halloween has a similar vibe, Sint Maarten is a typical...
Switching to Standard Time | Enjoy an Extra Hour of Sleep

Switching to Standard Time | Enjoy an Extra Hour of Sleep

Life

On Sunday, October 27th of October we switch from daylight saving time to standard time. At 3:00 a.m., we switch the clock back to 2:00 a.m. This not only mean an extra hour of sleep but also signals the start of shorter days. Mornings will feel brighter earlier,...