International Community
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Healthy is the best (out)fit
Many of the most popular international blogs in the Netherlands give great pointers about outdoor activities, parks in Amsterdam, Dutch cycling culture and healthy tips. PHOTO: COEN VAN DE-BROEK
BY SANDRA SILVA
International bloggers in the Netherlands
Amsterdam parks
Blogs can be not only a great source of information about fitness, health and sports but also an inspiration when moving to a new country, by helping with integration and improving social life.
Dana Marian, a Romanian writer and photographer, is the author of the photography and lifestyle blog Amsterdamian. Her article “Hiking in the Netherlands: The Amsterdamse Bos” is specially dedicated to those who enjoy hiking, or are just beginning and would like to do it in Amsterdam. Dana describes the Amsterdamse Bos as “a popular spot for outdoor activities for Amsterdammers of all ages” and as “a beautiful nature area that covers 1000 hectares and provides 4 to 15 kilometres walk in the forest, where you can admire plants, birds and animals,” as well as a place for other outdoor sport activities, like horseback riding, canoeing, cycling and swimming.
Start your own blog Inspired to write about your international experience in the Netherlands, share discoveries and tips, or give support, laughs and friendship? Give a blog a go! It can also be a way to meet like-minded people, create bridges and make new friends, highlight your own hidden talents or even find a new career in your adoptive land.
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