Moving To Amsterdam? Read This First!

“What’s special about Amsterdam is that the city is able to connect worlds that are not otherwise connected.” – Marcel Wanders

Amsterdam has captured the imagination of many around the globe. It has a charming vibe that is engulfed in history. Did you know that the city centre is so well-preserved that it has become a UNESCO World Heritage Site? Do you know what’s cooler? The Netherlands is one of the happiest countries in the world to live in!

While you might be sold — before you consider moving to Amsterdam like many others, know what the city has in store for you. Here are the pros and cons of moving to Amsterdam!

THE UPSIDE

Most Dutch people speak English, so communication should not be much of a problem.
Excellent bike paths, which means transportation is cheap and great for health!
If you are ready to commute, then you can find an apartment for reasonable rent in the outskirts of the city.
The culture is free and the people are open-minded. Prostitution is legalized, marijuana is decriminalized and it is perhaps one of the most gay-friendly cities you will ever live in.
The healthcare system is great, that’s one thing less to worry about.
The city is beautiful (especially the canals) to look at which might keep you in high spirits.
The infrastructure is great.
The city is well-located for travel to the rest of Europe.

THE DOWNSIDE

While English is spoken, most of the banking and government paperwork is in Dutch. You will need to know the language if you are going to be dealing with a lot of this.
Expensive housing. Rents are sky-high.
If you are used to great customer service, don’t expect that is most parts of Amsterdam.
If you are used to politeness, you might find the locals to be rude.
The weather is unpredictable.

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