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Moving to Netherlands - are Dutch people friendly?

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By Dave - Posted on
12 April 2011
How easy it to meet and connect with Dutch people? Are the friendly and welcoming to expats?
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Expats in the Netherlands often criticise the Dutch for being closed to new arrivals. People don't just pop around - its more usual to make an appointment - and the office culture can be difficult to penetrate. Expats nearly always say that other expats are their closest friends. Certainly having children or a big passion for a sport or activitry makes it much easier to meet others. Its also a good plan to meet people online on forums and then connect in person.
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