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In Holland they are the ones who have it easy. Dutch women take the initiative without a problem, not only can they ask you out but they are even capable of daring to propose marriage. 

In Sweden it's more or less the same. 

If this romance thing depends on specific cultural reasons, I'm sure more than one would be happy to replicate the Swedish and Dutch conditions here. 

Amsterdam, Netherlands - April 10, 2018: Hundreds of padlocks (called love locks) in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Locks as promises to loved ones on the Kloveniersburgwal/Staalstraat bridge.

Something that stands out about the Dutch is that they are very friendly and good to talk to strangers. Also, they don't go out of their way to walk down the streets, they are very relaxed and practical with fashion. The men, in my opinion, care more than the girls.

Reasons to live and work in the Netherlands

 

Holland is one of the countries that if you visit, you won't want to go back. If there is one thing that characterizes it, it is its extensive cultural variety.

There are many European countries that offer great job opportunities, however, Holland is one of the most demanded destinations to work. This is undoubtedly due to the lifestyle of its people, its open-mindedness,

To work in the Netherlands you do not need to know the Dutch language. If you can speak English you are almost all the way there. 

The minimum wage for 2018 in the Netherlands is almost €1,600 per month. This amounts to more than €19,000 per year, compared to €10,300 in Spain. 

People in dutch

 The Netherlands is ranked fifth in the World Hapiness Report. So Dutch people are happy, but they love to complain. However this is not in a serious way. 

When Dutch people meet for the first time they shake hands. The handshake should be made with the right hand and should be firm (without squashing the other’s hand) and short. 

You should always keep an eye on the time and make sure you are present at the agreed time. 

That means not too early and not too late. 

If you are delayed, it is appreciated and seen as good manners to call.

Everywhere you go you will see bikes.

Outside train stations, in the city centre, outside supermarkets and so on. Some people have more than one bike.

What's the Dutch weather like?

 

The Netherlands enjoys a moderate maritime climate. This type of climate generally features mild winters and cool summers. 

Precipitation, such as rain, is common throughout the year, which means there is no dry season.

On average, the northern provinces endure lower temperatures compared to the southern provinces. In summer, the southern provinces enjoy a warmer climate. 

The warmest winter ever recorded took place in 2007, with an average temperature of 6,5C

The average annual rainfall in the Netherlands is only 790mm. As a comparison, what some call the wettest place on earth, Maysynram in India.

What to do in The Netherlands?

 Amsterdam offers a diverse array of world-class entertainment, as for centuries has been one of the leading centers of culture in Europe. 

A variety of Amsterdam entertainment is staged in hundreds of venues throughout the city. 

Amsterdam being an important theatre city has each evening a variety of spectacles to offer. You can also find quality, English-language theatre

There are over 50 cinemas in Amsterdam, where films are shown in their original language, with Dutch subtitles. Be careful not to choose the film in some rare exotic language. 

The Tuschinski Theater deserves a special mention.

Throughout the whole year, each day of the week many attractive fun events take place in Amsterdam.

Sport in The Netherlands

The Dutch people love to play and watch sports. The most popular sport in The Netherlands is football (soccer), though a large range of sports are played and watched.

The Netherlands became known for its love of sports. There are various types of competitive sports that one can see in this country but there are two popular sports that people love to both play and watch.

The rankings are based on the number of registered members by sportsbond (national Dutch sports associations). 

#1 Football/Soccer

#2 Tennis ,#3 Golf 

#4 Gymnastics #5 Hockey

#6 Equestrian , #7 TIE: Running

#9 Volleyball , #10 Skating

Organization of sports began at the beginning of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century.

Culinary Netherlands

Traditional Dutch cuisine is not very diverse. It’s very simple and straightforward. The traditional Dutch meal consists of a lot of vegetables with a little meat.

Breakfast typically consists of a slice of bread with various toppings like different cheeses, peanut butter, treacle, and chocolate spread.

While lunch can include the same foods as breakfast, often times there will be sandwiches with different cold cuts and cheeses – Gouda, Edam, and Leyden.

Dinners in the Netherlands are typically a two or three-course meal consisting of soup as an appetizer, potatoes with a large portion of vegetables and a small portion of meat as the main course, and pastries or cookies for dessert. 

The Netherlands is famous for its cheese. Gouda, Edam, and Leyden are known worldwide, and Alkmaar is a town famous for its cheese market.